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Fatal GamesTM, 3055 N. Clybourn Suite 3, Chicago, IL 60618
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 Welcome to a fantasy medieval role-playing What is a Role-Playing Game?
game that focuses on realism and detail whenever A role-playing game is a game in which the
possible without sacrificing fun. Despite the focus players make decisions as though they were a cer-
on realism, several tenets of fantasy are assumed. tain character. The decisions a player may make are
In the world of this game, magic exists as well as diverse compared to other games. Table-top role-
spellcasters such as mages, witches, and druids. Sec- playing games allow more decisions to a player than
ond, fantastic creatures roam the world, including any other type of game.
kobolds and dragons, among others. Finally, doz- For instance, assume you are an adventur-
ens of gods exist, and moreover these gods are con- ing knight who has just fought his way to the top of
cerned with their worshippers, the state of the world, a dark tower where you find a comely young maiden
and their own godly interests. Aside from these ba- chained to the wall. What would you do? Some
sic assumptions of fantasy, realism is sought in ev- players may choose to simply free the maiden out
ery other respect and applied to these fantastic te- of respect for humanity. Others may free her while
nets as well as the gaming world and role-playing hoping to win her heart. Instead of seeking affec-
system. tion, some may talk to her to see if they can collect
a reward for her safe return. Then again, others
Fantasy and Historical Accuracy may be more interested in negotiating freedom for
Since the fantastic tenets above contradict fellatio. Some may think she has no room to bar-
historical accuracy, the relationship will be clarified. gain and take their fleshly pleasures by force. Oth-
Since multiple gods exist in the game, Christianity ers would rather kill her, dismember her young ca-
has been extracted or minimized from historical ref- daver, and feast on her warm innards.
erences. Although the technology of the game rep- As you can see, the number of decisions one
resents 1335 A.D., many elements of pagan cultures could make with one simple situation can quickly
are included in this fantasy medieval game. become overwhelming. Typically, this is the attrac-
This game attempts to isolate Europe from tion of role-playing games. No other game allows
influences that originate outside it. Therefore, spices so much individual choice, and consequently, so
from the East are not included, all human charac- much fun.
ters are Caucasian, zombies are not presumed to Since the purpose of a table-top role-play-
exist, and human corpses are burned -- Egyptians ing game should be to allow a player to play the role
invented embalming, and Egypt is outside Europe. of their character as desired, this game includes a
The fantasy of F.A.T.A.L. is a polytheistic, wide range of material, from moral to immoral. This
European-based world with medieval technology, in game does not support morality or immorality, but
which Christianity never existed. Although it is tech- allows each player to role-play as desired.
nically impossible to be historically accurate in a fan- Events in the game do not occur merely by
tasy game, historical accuracy that supports the fan- the will of the player, however. Instead, decisions
tasy of this game is referenced at the end of this and outcomes are mediated by odds and rolls of
book. Footnotes appear throughout this book to the dice. Hence, this book is full of rules and guide-
reference classical, historical, or scholarly sources. lines based on odds. Do not let the sheer volume
The application of historical accuracy to the of information be intimidating; as a player you will
fantasy of this game is a neverending goal. Schol- not need to memorize it, though familiarity helps.
arly sources are preferred above all others. For con- The best definition is that a role-playing
sideration, please suggest references to game is a game that allows players to utilize their full
fatalgames@excite.com. potential for imagination and enjoyment within a
controlled setting.

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 Necessary Gaming Materials When a die is to be rolled, the type of the
To play this game, some materials are nec- die (how many sides it has) usually appears after a
essary. It is convenient to have a separate copy of ‘d’, designating the die. For instance, ‘d10’ indicates
this book for each player; it will be used often. Next, that one 10-sided die is to be rolled. If a number
a set of gaming dice is necessary, which may be pur- appears before it, such as ‘3d10’, then three 10-sided
chased at most hobby stores and some bookstores. dice are to be rolled, and the numbers added to-
Sets of gaming dice usually include one 4-sided, one gether, which this example produces a range from
6-sided, one 8-sided, two 10-sided (or percentile 3-30. Finally, a number may follow as a modifier,
dice), one 12-sided, and one 20-sided die. Another such as ‘3d10 + 2’, which means that three 10-sided
book entitled Neveria will be very useful, and nec- dice are rolled and added together as before, but
essary if anyone plays a priest as a character. Fur- now 2 is added to the sum. This particular example
ther, numerous pencils, erasers, scratch paper, and produces a range from 5-32. Additionally, ‘d%’ or
graph paper are handy. Miniatures are available from ‘d100’ indicates that two 10-sided dice are to be
several companies for purchase and are useful for rolled, but the results are not added together. In-
combat situations, though they are not required for stead, 1 die (which is announced beforehand) is in-
play; any coin could be used instead to represent a terpreted as the ‘tens’ position and the other as
character. A gaming mat that is drawn in a 1-inch the ‘ones’ position. So, if two 10-sided dice were
grid may be purchased or easily made, and is used rolled, resulting in a 6 and a 9, and the die that re-
on which to place the miniatures. Calculators, while sulted with a 6 was announced as the ‘tens’ position,
not required, are recommended. Finally, a small then the results would be interpreted as 69. If the
group of gaming participants, typically 4-8 players, results are a 10 and a 10 (probably a 0 and a 0 on the
is best. Here is a review: dice), then this is interpreted as 100. Finally, a ‘d1000’
is possible, which simply requires three 10-sided dice,
• Numerous copies of this book with the 3rd die being interpreted as the ‘hundreds’
• Gaming dice (d4, d6, d8, d10, d12, position.
d20)
• Character Generator Program Math
• Neveria Fantasy World Players will not need math that is more com-
• Pencils, erasers, scratch paper, plicated than basic algebra, and even that is rela-
and graph paper tively rare. A rule that applies to all calculations is
• 25mm Miniatures or small markers that whenever a decimal remainder exists, such as if
such as coins a character has 53.96 points of Intelligence, the num-
• Gaming mat (1” grid) ber is truncated or the decimal is discarded. So, this
• Calculator particular individual would have 53 points of Intel-
• Players ligence. While this game attempts to simplify any
math that may be involved, percentages are used
Terminology frequently. Here are a few helpful reminders, which
Two types of terminology are discussed: will consistently use 88% as the modifier:
pronouns and dice. Given the content of this game,
both should be understood. • 88% of any value (say, a character’s Strength
Since it is impossible to be correct gram- score of 150) is equivalent to multiplying the
matically and avoid a gender bias, Fatal Games sac- value (150) by 0.88. In this example, 88%
rifices grammar to avoid a bias. Throughout this of 150 is 132.
book, pronouns such as ‘they’, ‘their’, and ‘them’ • If a value (say, an Intelligence score of 115)
replace ‘he’ or ‘she’, and ‘his’ or ‘hers’, unless more is reduced by 88%, then only 12% remains.
appropriate. In this example, 12% of 115 is 13.

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• If 88% is added to any value (say, 22 points The role of the Aedile is more complicated
of damage due to Strength), then the value than that of a player, since a good and entertaining
is multiplied by 1.88. In this example, an Aedile must be familiar with everything that players
additional 88% of 22 results in a total of 41 are familiar with, but also be familiar with their own
points of damage (1.88 x 22 = 41.36). role. For this reason, this book has been arranged
so that information for players is presented before
Roles information for Aediles. If you are new to the game,
Two fundamentally different roles must be the best suggestion is to read this book.
fulfilled for a game to occur, and hence this game
requires at least 2 people. 1 person must assume the Creating a Character
role of the Aedile (EE-dial). Historically, an Aedile A character is required to play the game.
was a Roman official in charge of the games and Each player must progress through this book, chap-
had control over the public. In the game, the Aedile ter by chapter, to create a character. Before begin-
controls everything except the players and dice. ning, each player will need character sheets, which
Aediles do not create and role-play a character like may be photocopied from Appendix 1: Character
the players of the game. Instead, the Aedile directs Sheets. These sheets are a handy means of record-
the game, often acting as a referee or story-teller. ing character information. As each player progresses
Objectivity should be the highest goal of through the chapters of the book, rolling dice and
every Aedile. Otherwise, the Aedile may become making decisions, the results must be recorded on
known as a Vile Aedile or Hostile Aedile. their character sheets. Record the information with
Essentially, before the game the Aedile de- a pencil and do not write heavy-handedly; a lot of
vises a plot or a purpose to the game. For example, the information is subject to change. During the
one plot may be for the characters to happen upon game, each player will refer continually to their char-
a dungeon in the wilderness, and to encourage them acter sheets.
to enter and combat its inhabitants. If this were the Not every chapter, nor each part of every
case, prior to the game the Aedile would draw a map chapter, will be used while creating a character.
of the dungeon on graph paper. Next, the Aedile Nonetheless, the safest method is to progress
would stock the dungeon with monsters, traps, and through the book page by page to avoid missing
treasure for the characters to encounter. During anything. The order in which the material is pre-
the game, the role of the Aedile is to explain to the sented is the order in which a character should be
players what their characters see and hear as they created, otherwise alterations may occur to the char-
enter and traverse the dungeon. Further, as the char- acter. When in doubt, information relevant to char-
acters encounter monsters, the Aedile role-plays the acter creation is listed in the beginning of each chap-
monsters, representing them against the characters. ter, though some chapters, such as Chapter 1: Race
The players, on the other hand, create 1 char- and Gender are vital, while others such as Chapter 15:
acter apiece, and role-play that character for the Conducting the Game are irrelevant to creating charac-
game. For example, a player named Ryan may cre- ters. In general, the more relevant the information
ate a character who is a ruffian by occupation. to creation, the sooner it appears in the book.
Throughout the game, Ryan role-plays the ruffian, The fastest way to create a character is to
making gaming decisions as though he actually were use a computer program called the Fatal Character
the ruffian. Typically, several players work together, Generator, which is available free on-line. Visit
creating a small group of unique characters, each www.fatalgames.com to obtain the free generator.
with their own talents and shortcomings. Together, Character creation is often as fun as the game
the small group of characters attempts to tackle a itself, due to the seemingly infinite variety of pos-
dilemma or plot devised by the Aedile. sible characters. For instance, when rolling a
character’s sub-abilities, there are (19920) combina-
tions possible!

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 Mean System is the best example of violence, and has occurred
The Mean System is the set of mechanics throughout European history.
behind F.A.T.A.L. -- the gaming engine, if you will. Since the game includes both sex and vio-
A realistic game should have realistic game mechan- lence, the combination is also included: rape. Rape
ics. The Mean System was created for this purpose. is not intended to be a core element of F.A.T.A.L.,
Although the Mean System is based on as killing is a core element of most role-playing
mathematics and statistics, the players do not need games. Fatal Games considers rape to be a sensitive
to understand the mechanics to use them. The Mean issue, and only includes it because of its prominence
System is realistic, but also simple to use. in the past. For example, Europe was named after
The most common aspects of the Mean Europa, who was raped by Zeus, according to Greek
System are the normal curve, mean, and standard mythology. In Jacques Rossiaud’s Medieval Prosti-
deviation, though parabolic curve-fitting and trigo- tution, he reviews statistics on rape from numerous
nometric functions have been incorporated as well. towns and cities in southeast France during eco-
A mean game needs a mean system. Enjoy nomic and social stability, not war. Jacques attempts
the most simple and sophisticated mechanics in the to represent all medieval prostitution with this book.
industry. Enjoy F.A.T.A.L. In it, he estimates that half the male youth partici-
pate in at least one gang rape, and that sexual vio-
Warning lence is an everyday dimension of community life.
F.A.T.A.L. is for adults only. This role-play- Role-playing situations that accurately rep-
ing game is not intended for children due to con- resent mythology are likely at some point to include
tent that is obscene, lecherous, and violent. rape, molestation, encounters in brothels, or possi-
This game includes obscene language. Fatal bly situations that deviate more from social norms.
Games considers obscenity to be a sensitive issue, While the objective of the game is not intended to
and only includes it because of its prominence in be any of these in their own right, sex and violence
the past as a significant part of human history. Most may reasonably occur depending on the circum-
of the rules of the game avoid obscenity. For ex- stances, and have been detailed in gaming terms
ample, it is possible to determine a character’s man- herein. It is possible to play this game without a
hood, not cock, or vaginal depth, not cunt depth. character entering a single sexual or violent situa-
However, the greatest concentration of obscenity tion, though information and tables for sex and vio-
is in Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects, and is in- lence are provided so that they may be used or dis-
tended for humorous effect. missed as deemed appropriate by each gaming group.
This game includes sex and sexual situations. Fatal Games advises minors not to partici-
Fatal Games considers sex to be a sensitive issue, pate in this game, and suggests that the players and
and only includes it because of its prominence in Aedile discuss the appropriateness and degree of
the past as a significant part of human history. Op- sex and violence for their gaming group. The infor-
tional material exists so that a player may determine mation in this game does not represent the world-
sexual features of their character, such as genitalia. views of Fatal Games, nor is extreme violence or
For example, it is possible to determine penis size, extreme sex condoned by Fatal Games. Instead,
cup size, or vaginal circumference, among others. the information is included for comprehensiveness.
Violence may exceed that of other role-play- F.A.T.A.L. (From Another Time, Another Land)
ing games. Graphic Gore presents descriptions of may be adapted to any gaming group.
damage to body parts and internal organs depend-
ing on the type of weapon. Killing is a core ele-
ment of most role-playing games. Fatal Games con- AD.INITIUM
siders the act of killing to be a sensitive issue, and
only includes it because of its prominence in the to the beginning
past as a significant part of human history. Warfare

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Race and Gender.............................................. 9
Chapter 2: Body ................................................................. 39
Chapter 3: Abilities ............................................................ 68
Chapter 4: Disposition .................................................... 101
Chapter 5: Mind ............................................................... 124
Chapter 6: Sociality .......................................................... 146
Chapter 7: Occupation.................................................... 200
Chapter 8: Skills ............................................................... 314
Chapter 9: Equipment..................................................... 401
Chapter 10: Combat ........................................................ 470
Chapter 11: Magic ............................................................ 498
Chapter 12: Spells ............................................................ 510
Chapter 13: Magical Items ............................................. 705
Chapter 14: Treasure ....................................................... 764
Chapter 15: Conducting the Game ............................... 773
Chapter 16: Advancement .............................................. 785
Chapter 17: Natural Substances .................................... 789
Chapter 18: Warfare ........................................................ 803
Appendix 1: Character Sheets........................................ 820
Appendix 2: Spell Lists ................................................... 832
Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects ......................... 847
Appendix 4: Phobias ....................................................... 887
Appendix 5: Ingredients ................................................. 897
Appendix 6: Aedile Characters ...................................... 938
Appendix 7: Names ......................................................... 947
Index .................................................................................. 966
References ......................................................................... 975
About Fatal Games ......................................................... 977
Author ............................................................................... 978
Abettors ............................................................................. 978
Credits................................................................................ 979

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Chapter 1: Race and Gender

Chapter 1: Race and Gender

To begin creating a character, this chapter If the Aedile declares that Race is deter-
st
presents information on 2 of the 1 considerations: mined randomly, then roll 1d100 and consult the
Race1 and gender2. Race and gender may affect the following table:
rest of character creation, opening some doors of
opportunity and closing others. The different races
and genders, while flexible to a certain extent, are Rac e : Random D e te r m ination
also more naturally suited for different things. For Roll Rac e
instance, male anakim are likely to be more success- 01 Ana k i m
ful as gladiators than female kobolds. 0 2 -1 6 Bugbe a r
1 7 -1 9 Dwa rf, Bl a c k
20 Dwa rf, Brown
21 Dwa rf, Whi te
Race 22 E l f, Da rk
Most importantly, consult with the Aedile 23 E l f, Li ght
to see if Race is determined randomly or may be 2 4 -5 3 Huma n
chosen by the player. Random determination is 5 4 -7 3 Kobol d
more realistic, since no one gets to choose their race 7 4 -7 9 O gre
in reality. However, the random determination of 8 0 -8 1 O gre , Cl i ff
race is problematic if a group of players are involved 8 2 -8 4 O gre , Gr ua ga c h
because the races may not get along with each other. 85 O gre , Ki nde r-fre sse r
Therefore, the Aedile must choose whether Race is 8 6 -8 7 Trol l , Borby ti nga rna
determined randomly or chosen by the player. 8 8 -9 0 Trol l , Hi l l
9 1 -1 0 0 Trol l , Subte rra ne a n

1. The races for players have been selected strictly from European mythology and folklore. Other criteria include that they
must be bipedal, mortal, smaller than giants, and have no special abilities such as invisible gnomes. For more information, see
the References section at the end of this book.
2. Though sex usually refers to biological differences and gender usually refers to environmental differences, gender is chosen for
this chapter because sex may be confused with sexual acts.

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 Race may seem an inappropriate term be- Rac e Pe rc e nt O ve rall Population
cause humans and trolls are not merely different Ana k i m 0.3%
races, but different species. However, various races Bugbe a r 15%
of trolls exist, and so it is the more specific term. Dwa rf, Bl a c k 3%
Race is a correlative factor with many things, from Dwa rf, Brown 0.4%
abilities to height and weight. For example, on av- Dwa rf, Whi te 2%
erage it is obvious that humans are physically stron- E l f, Da rk 2%
ger, taller, and weigh more than kobolds. Players E l f, Li ght 2%
may select from the races in this chapter. Huma n 30%
Following is a brief description of each race. Kobol d 20%
A character may deviate from the following racial O gre 6%
notes with the Aedile’s permission, though this must O gre , Cl i ff 2%
be done with caution; characters should comply with O gre , Gr ua ga c h 3%
the following descriptions in the majority of cases O gre , Ki nde r-fre sse r 0.3%
or observable instances. As a case in point, it is Trol l , Borby ti nga rna 2%
noted that bugbears tend to have a melancholic tem- Trol l , Hi l l 3%
perament (see Chap. 5: Mind). A character may, at Trol l , Subte rra ne a n 9%
the Aedile’s discretion, role-play a bugbear who is ers role-play human characters. Indeed, this is also
the opposite -- sanguine. However, the further the the best combination for inexperienced players.
character deviates from the general nature of the
Chapter 1: Race and Gender

However, even if the Aedile is experienced, caution

race, the more caution must be observed. If the
should be heeded regarding the mixture of races
Aedile concurs, then a player may choose a race from
among the players’ characters. Racial diversity is likely
Neveria; this is not recommended. to cause gaming problems, such as threatening group
If the Aedile is inexperienced with cohesion if role-played properly. Therefore, the
F.A.T.A.L., then the game will be easiest if all play- Aedile has the right to limit the racial options of
players as necessary. Under normal gaming circum-
stances, at least half of the players in
the group should be role-play-
ing characters of the
same race.
A variety of
races exist, each with
d i f f e r e n t
strengths and
weaknesses. It
is recom-
mended that a
player review
each race be-
fore selecting
the race for
their character.
Races are ex-
plained hereaf-
ter.

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Format for Races Disposition Modifiers: Disposition repre-
sents the ethics and morals of the character, and is
The following races are presented in the
presented in Chapter 4: Disposition. Disposition var-
format shown on this page. First, each race is de-
ies by race.
scribed in general terms, including useful gaming
Temperament Modifiers: Temperament
information such as their preferred armor or weap-
represents the personality of the character, and is
ons. The information presented here is incomplete
presented in Chapter 5: Mind. Temperament varies
and supplemented in other chapters where appro-
by race.
priate. Instead, the information in this chapter is
Sociality: Information on sociality is pre-
meant to give an impression that is representative
sented in Chapter 6: Sociality. Because sociality varies
of each race.
by race, an overview is presented here. Informa-
Aside from the information presented here,
tion may include tendencies in social class, location
most other information on races may be found in
of kingdoms, and more.
Chapter 6: Sociality.
Language: Different races tend to speak
When possible, the information is accurate
different languages. Languages are presented in
historically or mythically. However, much informa-
Chapter 6: Sociality.
tion has been invented so that an equal amount of
Occupation: Information on occupations
information or statistics could be presented for all

Chapter 1: Race and Gender

is presented in Chapter 7: Occupation. Hundreds of
races.
occupations are available for characters. The age
Sub-Ability Modifiers: Sub-abilities are
that a character begins work is listed, which may be
presented in Chapter 3: Abilities. Racial modifiers to
used to determine their current occupational level.
sub-abilities are listed here. Sub-abilities, for example,
Skills: Information on skills is presented in
include Strength, Health, and Common Sense among
Chapter 8: Skills. Skills vary by race. Skills are a large
others.
part of the game and should be considered care-
Base Current Armor: Current Armor (CA)
fully. Hundreds of skills are available to be chosen
is presented in Chapter 10: Combat. CA varies by
by the player. Although most skills listed for char-
race. Base CA represents the amount of natural
acters grant bonuses, some bestow penalties.
protection of the character in terms of being physi-
Religion: Information on religions and gods
cally attacked.
is presented in Neveria, a supplemental book that
Base Life Points: Information on Life
presents the official gaming world for F.A.T.A.L.
Points (LP) is presented in Chapter 2: Body, Chapter 3:
Since gods are an aspect of the gaming world, not
Abilities, and Chapter 10: Combat. LP vary by race.
the game system itself, they are not presented in
LP represent the capacity for damage among other
this book.
things.
Names: Names have been compiled from
Physical Description: Physical information
historical sources and are available in Appendix 7:
is presented here, such as average height. Most physi-
Names. Names vary by race. The names of each
cal features of a character are determined in Chapter
fantasy race have been based on actual names from
2: Body. To enhance the understanding of the physi-
history.
cal appearance of each race, artwork is presented
with each race, and an overview of the races is pre-
sented with artwork on the previous page.

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 Anakim (sing.), Anakim (pl.)
Anakim1 are the offspring of cacodaemons
and human women. Cambion are the offspring of
cacodaemons and human men. Mortals often mis-
take anakim and cambion for giants, since they are
much taller than the typical human. Ancient terms
for anakim are the annunaki, enim, nephilim, zuzim,
and zamzumin. Cambion is a rare term, and most
are considered by mortals as anakim. Anakim and
cambion are not a natural race, but a crossbreed. It
is not every day that cacodaemons mate with hu-
mans, so few anakim and cambion exist. Mortals
call the father of an anakim an incubus, and the
mother of a cambion a succubus; both are
cacodaemons.
Sub-Ability Modifiers: Strength + 100,
Hand-Eye Coordination - 30, Agility - 25, Reaction
Speed - 20, Language + 5, Math + 5, Analytic + 5,
Spatial + 5, Drive - 5, Intuition - 10, Common Sense
Chapter 1: Race and Gender

- 20, and Reflection - 10.

Base Current Armor: 11.
Base Life Points: 27.
Physical Description: Anakim average a
towering 8’ in height for males, 7’ 6” for females,
and are appropriately heavier than humans as well.
Often, they are considered giants. Also, they are
likely to live much longer, provided they do not meet
a premature death. Because of their demonic heri-
tage, anakim characters have 1d10 Anakim Traits, Occupation: It is possible for an anakim to
which are each determined by rolling 1d100 and be nearly any occupation, but the most common
consulting the table that begins on the next page. include: Bandit, Berserker, Gladiator, Mercenary,
Disposition Modifiers: - 25 Ethicality and Ruffian, Slave, Slave-Trader, and Sorcerer. Anakim
- 50 Morality. begin work at age 10.
Temperament Modifiers: - 25 to Sanguine Skills: Brawling + 3, Intimidation + 5, Man-
and - 25 to Melancholic. gling + 3, Sexual Adeptness + 5, Trickery + 3, a
Sociality: The mother of an anakim dies bonus Weapon (Specific), and Wrestling + 5.
during childbirth, and a succubus kills her mate af- Religion: Anakim may worship any religion,
ter ejaculation. Anakim do not have their own soci- though often they venerate cacodaemons or are in-
ety, so they try to live secretly among humans or in different to notions of worship. All anakim receive
isolation. Anakim tend not to get along well with a bonus of 1d20 PP (see Chap. 4: Disposition).
others. Names: Anakim often have human names,
Language: Anakim usually speak Sapien, since their mother names them at birth, or if she
and if they have both good Language ability and dies immediately, those in her culture will name the
the luxury of education, most aspire to learn Un- infant. Cambion children are found by humans and
derworld. given a human name.
1. Anakim have been referenced from Gustav Davidson’s A Dictionary of Angels. For more information, see the References
section at the end of this book.

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Roll A nakim Trait
The a na k i m ha s a bsol ute odds of re produc ti on. If ma l e , the n the a na k i m wi l l i mpre gna te a ny fe ma l e
01 wi th whom he c opul a te s. If fe ma l e , the n the a na k i m wi l l be c ome pre gna nt by a ny ma l e wi th whom she
c opul a te s.
The a na k i m i s ov e rc onfi de nt due to the i r de moni c he ri ta ge . The re fore , thi s a na k i m suffe rs a pe na l ty of
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2 d2 0 Common Se nse .
The a na k i m ma y i nsti l l be sti a l l ust i nto a ny me mbe r of the opposi te se x, wi thi n v i sua l ra nge . The foe
03 must pa ss a Dri v e c he c k a t TH 2 0 or se xua l l y forc e the mse l v e s upon the a na k i m i mme di a te l y, re ga rdl e ss
of l oc a ti on. Thi s tra i t ma y onl y be use d onc e pe r da y a nd onl y i n 1 -on-1 si tua ti ons.
04 The a na k i m i s re pe l l e d by hol y ground.
The a na k i m ha s 2 horns, 1 d8 i nc he s i n l e ngth, protr udi ng from the i r he a d. Any he a dge a r worn by thi s
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a na k i m must be c ustom-ma de to fi t the horns.
06 The a na k i m i s c a nni ba l i sti c , a nd e a ti ng v e ge ta bl e s wi l l i nduc e v omi ti ng.
The a na k i m ma y, by forc e of wi l l , c a use a ra ndom ma gi c a l e ffe c t (Se e Ap p end i x 3 : Ra nd om Ma gi ca l Ef f ects)
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on a ny ta rge t wi thi n si ght, onc e pe r we e k .
The a na k i m c a use s ba bi e s to sc re a m whe n pre se nt. If the a na k i m touc he s a sc re a mi ng ba by, the n the
08 ba by i s 7 5 % l i k e l y to uri na te , 5 0 % l i k e l y to de fe c a te , a nd 2 5 % l i k e l y to v omi t. The re a fte r, the a na k i m
ma y touc h the c hi l d wi thout suc h a n oc c urre nc e for 1 da y.
The a na k i m ha s the l e gs a nd hoov e s of a goa t, de c re a si ng Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss by 3 d1 0 . He nc e , the
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The a na k i m ha s bl oodl ust, c ra v i ng the a c t of murde r 1 d4 ti me s pe r we e k . If the a na k i m doe s not murde r
the de te r mi ne d numbe r of c re a ture s pe r we e k , the n the a na k i m be gi ns foa mi ng a t the mouth, e xpe ri e nc e s
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a n i nc re a se d he a rt ra te , a n i nc re a se of 2 d1 0 Stre ngth a nd Dri v e , a nd a de c re a se of 2 d1 0 Ha nd-E y e
Coordi na ti on a nd Agi l i ty unti l the re qui si te numbe r of c re a ture s a re murde re d.
11 The a na k i m ma y c a st Ca l l Ma g gots onc e pe r da y. Ca sti ng re qui re s no c ha nt, i ngre di e nt, or ri tua l .
The a na k i m’ s v e i ns a re a l l v i si bl e ne a r the surfa c e of the i r sk i n, c a usi ng pe na l ti e s of 1 d1 0 to both Bodi l y
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Attra c ti v e ne ss a nd Fa c i a l Cha ri sma .
13 The a na k i m ha s a fi e ndi sh hunge r, a nd must e a t 6 ful l me a l s da i l y to l i v e .
The a na k i m i s a ddi c te d to v a gi na l or pe ni l e c a rri on. O nc e pe r we e k , the a na k i m ha s the urge to k i l l the
14 fi rst me mbe r of the opposi te se x i n si ght a nd fe e d on the pre v i ousl y sta te d re ma i ns. The a na k i m ma y
re si st thi s urge by pa ssi ng a Dri v e c he c k a t TH 2 2 .
15 The a na k i m ma y c a st Forc e Sc re a m onc e pe r da y. Ca sti ng re qui re s no c ha nt, i ngre di e nt, or ri tua l .
16 The a na k i m suffe rs 1 d1 0 LP of da ma ge on c onta c t wi th hol y wa te r.
The a na k i m ha s bl a c k e y e s wi th no whi te s, de c re a si ng Fa c i a l Cha ri sma by 2 d1 0 , si nc e thi s fe a ture i s
17 obv i ousl y i nhuma n. It i s i mpossi bl e to obse r v e the fa c e of thi s a na k i m a nd be sure whe re the y a re
l ook i ng.
18 The a na k i m ha s a 1 0 % c ha nc e to a tta c k a ny c ha ra c te r who i nsul ts the m pe r pe rc e i v e d i nsul t.
19 The a na k i m ma y c a st De te c t Ma gi c onc e pe r da y. Ca sti ng re qui re s no c ha nt, i ngre di e nt, or ri tua l .
20 The a na k i m i s a c c ompa ni e d by a n odor of fe c e s tha t e xte nds 1 d6 fe e t from the i r body.
The a na k i m ha s v e ry pa l e sk i n, de c re a si ng Fa c i a l Cha ri sma by 1 d1 0 be c a use of the i r l i k e ne ss to a c orpse .
21 The a na k i m pre fe rs to a v oi d sunl i ght. No ma tte r how muc h ti me the a na k i m spe nds i n the sun, the i r
sk i n wi l l not ta n.
The a na k i m ha s a 2 % c ha nc e of wa k i ng wi th bl oodthi rst. If so, the n the a na k i m must murde r a c re a ture
22 a nd dri nk i ts bl ood wi thi n 2 4 hours. If the a na k i m fa i l s to ful fi l l i ts bl oodthi rst, the n a l l c ha ra c te rs wi thi n
1 d1 0 0 fe e t wi l l dre a m tha t ni ght tha t the a na k i m di sme mbe rs a nd e a ts the m.
23 The a na k i m ma y c a st De te r mi ne Ma gi c onc e pe r da y. Ca sti ng re qui re s no c ha nt, i ngre di e nt, or ri tua l .
24 The a na k i m c a use s huma ns wi thi n 1 foot to de si re a na l se x a c c ordi ng to the i r se xua l i ty.
The a na k i m ha s bl ood for se xua l fl ui d, c a usi ng a pe na l ty of 1 d1 0 to the Se xua l Ade ptne ss Sk i l l . If ma l e ,
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the n the a na k i m e j a c ul a te s bl ood. If fe ma l e , the n bl ood i s the l ubri c a ti ng v a gi na l fl ui d a l l month l ong.
The a na k i m i s a nge re d e a si l y. Any a tte mpt to i nti mi da te thi s a na k i m wi l l re sul t i n the a na k i m a tta c k i ng
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wi th i nte nt to k i l l unl e ss the y pa ss a Dri v e c he c k a t TH 2 2 .
27 The a na k i m ma y c a st Ca l l Fog onc e pe r da y. Ca sti ng re qui re s no c ha nt, i ngre di e nt, or ri tua l .
28 The a na k i m i s a c c ompa ni e d by whi spe ri ng v oi c e s tha t ma y be he a rd 1 d1 0 fe e t a wa y.
The a na k i m ha s whi te e y e s, a ppa re ntl y wi th no pupi l or i ri s, de c re a si ng Fa c i a l Cha ri sma by 2 d1 0 , si nc e
29 thi s tra i t i s c l e a rl y i nhuma n. It i s i mpossi bl e to obse r v e thi s a na k i m a nd de te r mi ne e xa c tl y whe re the y
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The a na k i m ha s a bnor ma l ha tre d for ma l e s. Whe ne v e r wi thi n 1 d1 0 0 fe e t of one , the a na k i m must pa ss a
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Dri v e sub-a bi l i ty c he c k a t TH 1 7 or a tta c k wi th i nte nt to k i l l .
31 The a na k i m ma y c a st Frosty Touc h onc e pe r da y. Ca sti ng re qui re s no c ha nt, i ngre di e nt, or ri tua l .
32 The a na k i m c a use s gra ss to di e whe re the y wa l k . De a d gra ss i s y e l l ow.
The a na k i m ha s a bnor ma l l y re c e sse d e y e s, de c re a si ng Fa c i a l Cha ri sma by 1 d1 0 , si nc e the y l ook more
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i mmora l , de a d, a nd l e ss i nnoc e nt.
The a na k i m ha s a bnor ma l ha tre d for fe ma l e s. Whe ne v e r wi thi n 1 d1 0 0 fe e t of one , the a na k i m must pa ss
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a Dri v e sub-a bi l i ty c he c k a t TH 1 7 or a tta c k wi th i nte nt to k i l l .
35 The a na k i m ma y c a st Ac i di c Touc h onc e pe r da y. Ca sti ng re qui re s no c ha nt, i ngre di e nt, or ri tua l .
36 The a na k i m i s a l wa y s a c c ompa ni e d by the ga the ri ng of 1 d1 0 bl a c k bi rds ne a r a nd a bov e the m.
The a na k i m ha s a 3 rd e y e i n the mi ddl e of the i r fore he a d, de c re a si ng Fa c i a l Cha ri sma by 3 d1 0 . Ha v i ng 3
37 e y e s i mprov e s Vi si on by 1 d2 0 poi nts. Si nc e 5 0 Vi si on poi nts i s pe rfe c t Vi si on, the se poi nts a re a ppl i e d
i n thi s di re c ti on.
The a na k i m ha s a bnor ma l ha tre d for huma ns. Whe ne v e r wi thi n 1 d1 0 0 fe e t of one , the a na k i m must pa ss
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a Dri v e sub-a bi l i ty c he c k a t TH 1 7 or a tta c k wi th i nte nt to k i l l .
39 The a na k i m ma y c a st Forc e Sl umbe r onc e pe r da y. Ca sti ng re qui re s no c ha nt, i ngre di e nt, or ri tua l .
40 The a na k i m i s a c c ompa ni e d by the odor of se x, whi c h e xte nds 1 d6 fe e t.
41 The a na k i m i s a bl e to c ry a t wi l l , wi th te a rs.
The a na k i m ha s a bnor ma l ha tre d for k obol ds. Whe ne v e r wi thi n 1 d1 0 0 fe e t of one , the a na k i m must pa ss
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43 The a na k i m ma y c a st Forc e Mi ssi l e onc e pe r da y. Ca sti ng re qui re s no c ha nt, i ngre di e nt, or ri tua l .
44 The a na k i m i s fol l owe d by a c ol d wi nd. Al l wi thi n 1 d1 0 fe e t of thi s a na k i m wi l l fe e l a c ol d c hi l l .
The a na k i m ha s a n unusua l l y l ong tongue . De te r mi ne the l e ngth of the c ha ra c te r's tongue a s usua l (Se e
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Ch a p ter 2 : Bod y) the n a dd (2 0 0 + 1 d1 0 0 )% to the l e ngth.
The a na k i m ha s a bnor ma l ha tre d for bugbe a rs. Whe ne v e r wi thi n 1 d1 0 0 fe e t of one , the a na k i m must
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pa ss a Dri v e sub-a bi l i ty c he c k a t TH 1 7 or a tta c k wi th i nte nt to k i l l .
47 The a na k i m ma y c a st Forc e Ra nc or onc e pe r da y. Ca sti ng re qui re s no c ha nt, i ngre di e nt, or ri tua l .
The a na k i m a utoma ti c a l l y e v a pora te s pure wa te r whe n touc he d. Ra te of e v a pora ti on i s 1 d1 0 c ubi c fe e t
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pe r round.
49 The a na k i m ha s a body tha t c a sts no sha dow.
The a na k i m ha s a bnor ma l ha tre d for trol l s. Whe ne v e r wi thi n 1 d1 0 0 fe e t of one , the a na k i m must pa ss a
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Dri v e sub-a bi l i ty c he c k a t TH 1 7 or a tta c k wi th i nte nt to k i l l .
51 The a na k i m ma y c a st Be stow Vi r us onc e pe r da y. Ca sti ng re qui re s no c ha nt, i ngre di e nt, or ri tua l .
52 The a na k i m ha s a touc h tha t wi the rs fl owe rs.
The a na k i m ha s a robust j a w tha t i s a bl e to c r ush bone . Howe v e r, i t i s so robust tha t the a na k i m l ose s
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1 d1 0 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma i f ma l e , 2 d1 0 i f fe ma l e .
The a na k i m ha s a bnor ma l ha tre d for ogre s. Whe ne v e r wi thi n 1 d1 0 0 fe e t of one , the a na k i m must pa ss a
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Dri v e sub-a bi l i ty c he c k a t TH 1 7 or a tta c k wi th i nte nt to k i l l .
55 The a na k i m ma y c a st Se a l O ri fi c e onc e pe r da y. Ca sti ng re qui re s no c ha nt, i ngre di e nt, or ri tua l .
56 The a na k i m ha s no re fl e c ti on i n a mi rror.
The a na k i m sl owl y de v ours food l i k e a sna k e . The y ne e d to fe e d onc e pe r we e k , c onsumi ng a t l e a st one -
thi rd of the i r body we i ght to sur v i v e . Di ge sti on of food, whi c h i s one -thi rd of body we i ght, ta k e s 1
57 hour. Bone i s di ge ste d a s we l l . The a na k i m ha s a mouth c i rc umfe re nc e of (1 5 + 1 d2 0 ) i nc he s. The j a w
di sl odge s l i k e a sna k e so tha t l a rge food ma y be swa l l owe d. Whe n the j a w i s not di sl odge d, the l i ps of
thi s a na k i m a ppe a r a bnor ma l l y wi de .
The a na k i m ha s a bnor ma l ha tre d for othe r a na k i m. Whe ne v e r wi thi n 1 d1 0 0 fe e t of one , the a na k i m
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must pa ss a Dri v e sub-a bi l i ty c he c k a t TH 1 7 or a tta c k wi th i nte nt to k i l l .
59 The a na k i m a utoma ti c a l l y de te c ts mora l be i ngs wi thi n 1 d1 0 fe e t.
60 The a na k i m c a use s a l a r m or fe a r i n a ni ma l s.
The a na k i m’ s e y e s c a n be c ome re d a t wi l l , te mpora ri l y i nc re a si ng the i r Inti mi da ti on sk i l l c he c k by 3 .
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The a na k i m be l i e v e s he i s, fi gura ti v e l y, si l v e r-tongue d. If the a na k i m’ s sub-a bi l i ti e s of Rhe tori c a l
62 Cha ri sma , E nunc i a ti on, a nd La ngua ge a re a bov e 9 0 , the n thi s a na k i m ha s i nc re a se d Pe rsua si on a nd
Tri c k e ry sk i l l c he c k s by 1 d1 0 . If not, the n thi s a na k i m re c e i v e s a pe na l ty of 1 d1 0 to sa i d sk i l l s.
The a na k i m c a n re a d the thoughts of a ny a ni ma l i n v i sua l ra nge . The a na k i m re c e i v e s + 3 poi nts
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i nv e ste d i nto the sk i l l s of Ani ma l Ha ndl i ng a nd Ani ma l Condi ti oni ng.
The a na k i m ma y e mi t a n odor of rotti ng fl e sh from hi s pore s a t a 1 -foot ra di us 3 ti me s pe r da y. Due to
64 the horri d ste nc h, a ny foe i n tha t a re a ha s a 1 0 % c ha nc e of v omi ti ng. Vomi ti ng l a sts for 1 round, a nd for
thi s round the y a re sl owe d by 5 0 %, CA i s ha l v e d, a nd ma y not a tta c k .
65 The a na k i m ha s fa ngs tha t a re 1 d3 i nc he s i n l e ngth. E a c h fa ng c a use s 1 LP of da ma ge pe r i nc h.
66 The a na k i m ha s unc a nny a na tomi c a l k nowl e dge , i nc re a si ng the se v e ri ty of a l l Gra phi c Gore rol l s by 5 .
The a na k i m ha s sk i n tha t re duc e s da ma ge due to c orrosi on (a c i d or ba se ) by 5 0 %. The sk i n doe s not
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se e m a bnor ma l whe n e xa mi ne d.
68 The a na k i m ma y turn a ha ndful of roc k s i nto a n e qui v a l e nt we i ght i n si l v e r pi e c e s onc e pe r we e k .
The a na k i m ha s a sc a l y ta i l . Rol l 4 d1 2 to de te r mi ne i ts l e ngth i n i nc he s. The a na k i m ta i l ha s 1 BPP for
e a c h foot i n l e ngth, but no LP a re a dde d to the a na k i m. If l onge r tha n 1 foot, the n i t i s pre he nsi l e . Rol l
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1 d1 0 0 to de te r mi ne the numbe r of Stre ngth sub-a bi l i ty poi nts the ta i l posse sse s. Re fe r to the de a d l i ft
me a sure of Stre ngth to de te r mi ne how muc h we i ght the ta i l ma y mov e or l i ft.
The a na k i m ma y i nsti l l fe a r i nto a foe who i s sma l l e r i n both We i ght a nd He i ght. The sc a re d foe wi l l
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The a na k i m ha s sk i n tha t re duc e s da ma ge due to e l e c tri c i ty by 5 0 %. The sk i n doe s not se e m a bnor ma l
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whe n e xa mi ne d.
The a na k i m ma y fa rt a s l oud a s thunde r. Al l c re a ture s wi thi n a 1 0 -fe e t ra di us of thi s a na k i m, e xc e pt the
72 a na k i m, a utoma ti c a l l y ta k e 1 d4 soni c da ma ge a nd a re stunne d for 1 round, whi c h c a n be a v oi de d by
pa ssi ng a Dri v e c he c k a t TH 1 7 . Thi s c a n be uti l i ze d onl y onc e pe r we e k .
The a na k i m ha s a n a bnor ma l l y thi c k sk ul l , de c re a si ng Fa c i a l Cha ri sma a nd e a c h sub-a bi l i ty of
73 Inte l l i ge nc e by 1 d1 0 , a s we l l a s a ddi ng 1 d4 BPP to the he a d. The y re c e i v e onl y 5 0 % of da ma ge from
phy si c a l he a d wounds suc h a s ha c k i ng, poundi ng, or sta bbi ng.
74 The a na k i m i s a bl e to spe a k ba c k wa rds a t wi l l , i nc re a si ng the i r E nunc i a ti on sub-a bi l i ty by 1 d1 0 0 .
The a na k i m ha s sk i n tha t re duc e s da ma ge due to c ol d by 5 0 %. The sk i n doe s not se e m a bnor ma l whe n
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76 The a na k i m i s a bl e to be l l ow a s l oud a s a l i on.
The a na k i m se c re te s a ra ndom a c i d (Se e Ch a p ter : 1 7 N a tura l Sub sta nces) from i ts fi nge rna i l s. The a na k i m
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i s a l so i mmune to tha t a c i d.
The a na k i m ha s de moni c i nte l l e c t. The re fore , thi s a na k i m ga i ns 1 d2 0 poi nts i nto e a c h sub-a bi l i ty of
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Inte l l i ge nc e , rol l e d se pa ra te l y.
The a na k i m ha s sk i n tha t re duc e s da ma ge due to fi re by 5 0 %. The sk i n doe s not se e m a bnor ma l whe n
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80 The a na k i m l e a v e s no footpri nts whe n wa l k i ng ba re foot.
The a na k i m ha s sha rp, poi nte d bone s protr udi ng from i ts e l bows whi c h c a n be use d to a tta c k . Rol l 3 d8
to de te r mi ne l e ngth i n i nc he s. 3 -8 ” c a use s 1 d1 2 poi nts of sta bbi ng da ma ge , 9 -1 6 ” c a use s 1 d2 0 poi nt of
81 sta bbi ng da ma ge , a nd 1 7 -2 4 ” c a use s 2 d1 2 poi nts of ha c k i ng da ma ge . The de l i v e ry pe na l ty i s
i na ppl i c a bl e . The numbe r of bone bl a de a tta c k s i s a l so the numbe r of Bra wl i ng a tta c k s. Thi s a na k i m
ha s a pe na l ty of 2 d1 0 to Ki ne ti c Cha ri sma .
The a na k i m ha s de moni c Wi sdom. The re fore , thi s a na k i m ga i ns 1 d2 0 poi nts i nto e a c h sub-a bi l i ty of
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Wi sdom, rol l e d se pa ra te l y.
83 The a na k i m ma y use a ny ma gi c a l de v i c e , re ga rdl e ss of re qui re me nts.
The a na k i m i s a bl e to re fra c t, i nste a d of re fl e c t, a ny ty pe of l i ght, ma gi c a l or na tura l , be stowi ng 1 d1 0
poi nts i nv e ste d to the Hi de sk i l l c he c k . Most sol i d obj e c ts re fl e c t l i ght, a nd i s why huma ns c a n se e the m.
Thi s a na k i m i s a bl e , upon c onc e ntra ti on, to not re fl e c t l i ght. Howe v e r, the a na k i m i s not i nv i sbl e whi l e
84 not re fl e c ti ng l i ght. Duri ng thi s ti me , the a na k i m i s re fra c ti ng l i ght. Inste a d of l i ght be i ng re fl e c te d from
the surfa c e of the a na k i m, i t pa sse s through the a na k i m, but i ts a ngl e i s sl i ghtl y re fra c te d. Thi s doe s not
c a use the a na k i m to a ppe a r i n ra i nbow c ol ors, but a ppe a rs to a n obse r v e r a s though the ba c k ground
be y ond the body of the a na k i m i s di storte d.
The a na k i m ha s k ne e c a ps tha t protr ude through the sk i n by 2 i nc he s, c a usi ng 5 0 % more ba se Bra wl i ng
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The a na k i m i s se nsi ti v e to othe rs’ moti v e s. The re fore , the y ha v e a 5 0 % c ha nc e of a utoma ti c suc c e ss
86 a ga i nst Tri c k e ry. If the a na k i m fa i l s thi s c he c k , the n the y ma y sti l l ma k e the i r nor ma l Tri c k e ry sk i l l
c he c k .
The a na k i m ma y, onc e pe r we e k , te mpora ri l y i mbue a nor ma l we a pon wi th ma gi c a l powe rs, gi v i ng the
87 we a pon + 1 d1 0 to a tta c k rol l s for 1 d1 0 rounds. The a na k i m ma y not i mbue bodi l y we a pons suc h a s
k ne e s or fi sts.
88 The a na k i m ha s unusua l l y ha rd a nd thi c k sk i n, i nc re a si ng i ts CA by 1 d1 0 .
The a na k i m ha s 1 -i nc h spi k e s of bone protr udi ng from i ts k nuc k l e s, c a usi ng 5 0 % more ba se Bra wl i ng
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da ma ge whe n punc hi ng.
90 The a na k i m k nows how to spe a k De moni c , i nc re a si ng the i r La ngua ge sub-a bi l i ty by 1 d1 0 0 .
The a na k i m ma y “swa l l ow the soul s” of othe r a na k i m c orpse s. For e a c h “soul swa l l owe d, ” the a na k i m
91 ha s the powe r to c ure 1 , ra ndoml y de te r mi ne d me nta l i l l ne ss i nfl i c ti ng hi mse l f or a nothe r c ha ra c te r
touc he d a t the ti me of “soul -swa l l owi ng. ”
92 The a na k i m he a l s BPP a nd LP a t twi c e the da i l y ra te (se e Na tura l He a l i ng i n Ch a p ter 1 0 : Comb a t).
93 The a na k i m i s a ma zi ngl y a gi l e , i nc re a si ng the i r sub-a bi l i ty sc ore for Agi l i ty by 1 d2 0 .
94 The a na k i m k nows how to spe a k Unde rworl d, i nc re a si ng the i r La ngua ge sub-a bi l i ty by 1 d1 0 0 .
95 Non-ma gi c a l we a pons c a nnot ha r m the a na k i m. Consul t wi th the Ae di l e .
The a na k i m ha s supe rna tura l e y e s. The a na k i m c a n se e e qua l l y we l l i n da rk ne ss a s i n bri ght l i ght;
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bri ghtne ss doe s not a ffe c t thi s a na k i m. Thi s a na k i m c a nnot di sti ngui sh da y from ni ght.
The a na k i m ha s a wi ngspa n of 2 d8 fe e t. The we i ght of the wi ngs i s a l re a dy pa rt of the we i ght of the
c ha ra c te r; a na k i m wi ngs we i gh a numbe r of pounds e qua l to (Wi ngspa n i n fe e t)2. Ana k i m wi ngs ha v e 1
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BPP for e a c h foot of wi ngspa n, but do not a ffe c t the LP of the a na k i m. The y a re a bl e to fl y i f the
wi ngspa n e xc e e ds 1 0 fe e t. Consul t Ae ri a l Wa rfa re (Se e Ch a p ter 1 8 : Wa rf a re) for fl i ght i nfor ma ti on.
The a na k i m ha s te l e k i ne ti c powe r. Usi ng thi s powe r; thi s a na k i m i s a bl e to mov e a n obj e c t we i ghi ng up
98 to 1 d1 0 pounds a s fa r a s 1 d1 0 0 fe e t a wa y from the m a nd a t a ra te of up to 1 d1 0 fe e t pe r round. Whi l e
usi ng thi s powe r, the a na k i m must c onc e ntra te a nd i s the re fore una bl e to ta k e a ny othe r a c ti on.
99 The a na k i m ha s 1 % i mmuni ty to ma gi c pe r oc c upa ti ona l l e v e l .
The a na k i m ha s fl a me -bre a th. Thi s a na k i m ma y bre a the a stre a m of fl a me s tha t i s 1 i nc h i n di a me te r a nd
100 e xte nds 1 d4 fe e t i n di sta nc e for up to 3 rounds. Duri ng thi s ti me the a na k i m ma y not ta k e a ny othe r
a c ti on. The fl a me s c a use 2 d6 fi re da ma ge pe r round.

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Bugbear (sing.), Bugbears (pl.) speech patterns, societal customs, and talk endlessly
about dominating the world in the future and their
Also known as a bugbeare, a bugbear is a
superiority to other races. A bugbear is 20% likely
malevolent humanoid creature resembling a large,
to have either (01-10) Obsessive-Compulsive Dis-
hairy beast. Above all, bugbears enjoy devouring
order (see Chapter 5: Mind) or (11-20) Obsessive-
naughty human children; adults contain more gristle
Compulsive Personality Disorder.
and do not taste as well. Naughty light elven chil-
Since the pale human-like skin of bugbears
dren are also a delicacy to bugbears. When unavail-
is covered with dark fur, the hide of a bugbear is
able, bugbears prefer salmon and other fish, ber-
valued by other races. Of course, a bugbear will not
ries, and honey. Their favorite drink is mead.
wear the hide of another bugbear. However, if a
The most renowned characteristic of bug-
bugbear discovers that any character is wearing such
bears is that they annoy all other races, but not each
a hide, then violence is likely to occur.
other. Bugbears have annoying behavioral habits,

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 Bugbears prefer melee weapons and medium Experiments are usually cruel, and often
armor. The favorite weapons of bugbears are spiked performed on living subjects. Bugbears calculate
bludgeoning melee weapons, such as military flails subject pain tolerance and torture humans for in-
and morgensterns, though axes and polearms are formation. Currently, they are attempting to accu-
also utilized. Although full-scale warfare is rare, when mulate enough population to be able to extermi-
it occurs bugbear military is organized into massed nate light elves and humans, and dominate the sur-
formations, in which soldiers with polearms rush face world.
the foes first. Bugbear soldiers of lower rank are Sub-Ability Modifiers: Strength + 50,
the first to fight. Their favorite armor includes Bodily Attractiveness - 20, Facial - 15, Rhetorical -
bronze plates. When raiding, bugbears wear 10, Hand-Eye Coordination - 10, Agility - 10, Enun-
spangenhelms. ciation - 10, Language - 10, Math + 10, Analytic -
The most seagoing of the available races, 10, Spatial + 5, and Drive + 10.
bugbears are skilled shipwrights and sailors. Bug- Base Current Armor: 12.
bear communities are either coastal or near rivers. Base Life Points: 25.
Their favorite vessel is the longship, which they use Physical Description: A male bugbear av-
to plunder coastal human communities at night. erages 7’ in height, while a female averages 6’ 6”.
If bugbears raid a human community, then Bugbears have fur that is dark brown, though it is
the vessel is beached in or near the harbor. Next, thin. A male bugbear has a hairless Manhood, ex-
small groups of 2-3 bugbears enter nearby cottages, cept for the glans or head, which has hair that is 1”
immediately seeking and killing the father or adult long and grows away from the spout-hole. A fe-
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males. Victorious bugbears will often rape human male bugbear has a hairy vagina.
women before devouring the children. Human Disposition Modifiers: Ethicality + 25 and
women who are raped by bugbears may become Morality - 50.
pregnant, though the fetus aborts prior to birth. In Temperament Modifiers: Sanguine - 25,
fact, 50% of human women who are ravished by a Choleric + 25, and Melancholic + 25.
bugbear die due to ripped uteral lining. Sociality: Bugbears live in communities
After the raiding bugbears have had their ranging from a hamlet to a capital city of their kind.
fun, they collect the women and children who are Bugbears rarely live alone.
still alive, board their vessel, and go home to brag Language: Kobold. The bugbear dialect is
about their exploits. When bugbears lose the ele- known as Buggeric, but is not a distinct language.
ment of surprise, they abandon their raid and re- Occupation: Any. Bugbears begins work
turn to the north. Raiding expeditions serve many at age 12.
purposes, including a ritual passage into adulthood Skills: Brawling + 3, Delousing + 5, Divi-
for males. nation (Anthropomancy) + 3, Divination
Throughout the spring, summer, and fall, (Dririmancy) + 3, Law + 3, Sailing + 3, Search + 3,
bugbears plunder coastal human communities for Shipwright + 3, Surgery + 3, Tracking + 3, 1 Weapon
food, slaves, and supplies. During the winter, bug- (Specific), and Wrestling + 3.
bears do not venture away from their communities, Religion: Bugbears worship their own im-
but remain inactive and indoors. While it is cold, moral gods.
bugbears eat, sleep, and mate. Names: Common male first names include
Slaves brought back from raided communi- Lljotbjaltr and Radketill. Common female first
ties are placed in what the bugbears call subjecting names include Ismaer and Sigrheidr. Common last
facilities. There, slaves perform labor until they die names for a bugbear include Arnlidi and Botgeirr.
or are used for experimentation. Most bugbear chil-
dren dissect humans as part of their education.
Many males study the anatomy of their foes, con-
stantly looking for weaknesses.

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Dwarf (sing.), Dwarves (pl.) A ge Cate gor y D uration
Infa nt -
A dwarf is a humanoid creature who is short Chi l dre n 1 d1 0 se c onds
and stocky, compared to a human. The origin of Pube rty 1 d1 0 mi nute s
this race is the most recent compared to other hu- Young Adul thood 1 d1 0 hours
manoids. Dwarves prefer to live underground in Mi ddl e Age 1 d1 0 da y s
palaces and near water. Their favorite place to dwell O l d Age 1 d1 0 we e k s
Ve ne ra bl e 1 d1 0 months
is deep within a mountain. If a dwarf is exposed to
direct sunlight, then they turn to stone and die im- This is the longest that each dwarf may have
mediately. Dwarves value precious stones, metals, shape-shifted per day or period of 24 hours. Each
and craftsmanship. Most dwarves are skilled jewel- dwarf is different. Once the duration is determined
ers, smiths, and craftsmen. 3 races of dwarves ex- above, a dwarf retains that duration as long as they
ist, named according to the color of their garments: remain in the age category. For each unit (seconds,
black, brown, and white. minutes, etc.) of duration that is maintained, the
Dwarves are neither mortal nor immortal. dwarf temporarily loses 1d10 Strength. The cumu-
Although dwarves may be killed just as mortals, lative loss of Strength remains in effect for 1d4
they do not die naturally. In fact, they do not times the duration during which the
suffer penalties due to aging.

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dwarf had shape-shifted. Strength
Since dwarves are above mortal- will return slowly and evenly dur-
ity, they have closer associations ing the period of recovery. If
with their gods. Strength is ever reduced to 0, then
All dwarves have the the dwarf dies.
ability to shape-shift. However, All dwarves have
dwarves may only shape-shift into Low-Light Vision (see
the following creatures: butterfly, Vision in Chap. 2: Body).
chipmunk, and owl. Each dwarf
may choose from those
creatures each time
they shape-shift.
Age affects du-
ration (see
Lifespan in
Chapter 2:
Body).

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 Dwarf, Black When elder black dwarves are on the sur-
Black dwarves thwart humans. For example, face, they prefer to travel after shape-shifting into a
it is common for them to lure ships with lights at screech owl, and fly through the night. Other names
night onto rocks so that the crew may be murdered for black dwarves are duergar, dvergar, and svart alfar.
or enslaved and the ship plundered. Black dwarves Sub-Ability Points: Physical Fitness - 10,
usually attack humans on sight. It is rumored that Bodily Attractiveness - 15, Health + 10, Facial - 15,
their race was born as a result of the sorcerous com- Hand-Eye Coordination + 5, Agility - 5, Analytic +
bination of humans and maggots; instead, others 5, Spatial + 10, Drive + 10, and Common Sense +
maintain that black dwarves are related to kobolds. 10.
By thwarting humans for so many genera- Base Current Armor: 10.
tions, black dwarves have become renowned as ex- Base Life Points: 20.
perts in road-traps. Most underground palaces of Physical Description: Black dwarves aver-
black dwarves tend to be near human roads that are age 4’ tall for males, 3’ 11” for females. By appear-
well-traveled. The sun turns dwarves to stone. ance, they usually have dark skin, green reflective
Most black dwarves wear black lambskin eyes, long gray beards, and powerful bodies. Oddly,
coats, black moleskin breeches and shoes, and a green their feet resemble the feet of crows.
moss hat. Black dwarves who are experienced smiths Disposition Modifiers: Morality - 25.
may make silver weapons that are both magical and Temperament Modifiers: Sanguine - 25
dangerous. One characteristic of such magical weap- and Choleric + 25.
Sociality: Black dwarves live in underground
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ons is that if taken by force, then the weapon will

bring misfortune upon the new owner. Black palaces of treasure, and use treasure to lure and then
dwarven sorcerers are famous for making magical murder or enslave humans.
cloaks of invisibility. Language: Dwarven.
The preferred weapons of black dwarves are Occupation: It is possible for a black dwarf
axes and hammers. Dwarves love armor of all kinds, to be any occupation, but the most common in-
as long as it is made from metal. clude: Appraiser, Armorer, Assassin, Bandit, Black-
smith, Bladesmith, Brazier, Brickmaker, Copper-
smith, Dockwalloper, Gemcutter, Gilder, Goldsmith,
Hewer, Ironmonger, Jeweler, Locksmith, Marbler,
Mason, Mercenary, Miner, Minter, Money-Lender,
Mountaineer, Pewterer, Pick Pocket, Silversmith,
Slave-Trader, Sorcerer, Spy, and Weaponsmith.
Dwarves begin work at age 24.
Skills: Appraise + 3, Architecture + 3,
Armorsmithing + 3, Blacksmithing + 8, Brass-
smithing + 3, Climb + 8, Coppersmithing + 3, Di-
rection Sense + 3, Divination (Axinomancy) + 3,
Divination (Cleromancy) + 3, Gambling + 3,
Gemcutting + 3, Goldsmithing + 3, Mining + 3,
Mountaineering + 3, Pewtersmithing + 3,
Silversmithing + 3, Stonemasonry + 3, Trickery +
3, and Weaponsmithing + 3.
Religion: Black dwarves worship their own
gods.
Names: Common male names include
Gunterus and Heidolfus. Common female names
include Alberadis and Constantia.

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 Dwarf, Brown Physical Description: Brown dwarves av-
Brown dwarves are solitary creatures; brown erage 4’ tall for males, 3’ 11” for females. By ap-
dwarven communities do not exist. Instead, each pearance, they usually have tan skin, brown reflec-
brown dwarf leaves their mother when they reach tive eyes, long gray beards, and powerful bodies.
young adulthood, seeking a human family of peas- Disposition Modifiers: None.
ants or serfs. The brown dwarf will hide and sleep Temperament Modifiers: None.
during the day, and emerge at night. During the Sociality: None. See human.
night, brown dwarves perform tasks for their hu- Language: Dwarven and Sapien.
man family. Brown dwarves are well-known for steal- Occupation: It is possible for a brown
ing human babies, as well as playing tricks on their dwarf to be any occupation, but the most common
human family. Brown dwarves dance during moon- include: Appraiser, Ar morer, Blacksmith,
light. If a brown dwarf likes their human family, Bladesmith, Brazier, Brickmaker, Chambermaid,
then the brown dwarf will leave presents and pro- Coppersmith, Dockwalloper, Gemcutter, Gilder,
tect them. However, if a brown dwarf dislikes their Goldsmith, Hewer, Ironmonger, Jeweler, Laundress,
human family, then the brown dwarf will cause Locksmith, Marbler, Mason, Miner, Minter, Moun-
trouble and bad dreams. It is rumored that their taineer, Pewterer, Silversmith, Sorcerer, and
race was born as a result of a sorcerous experiment Weaponsmith. Dwarves begin work at age 24.

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with humans. For this reason, brown dwarves have Skills: Appraise + 3, Architecture + 3,
an obsessive love/hate relationship with human fami- Armorsmithing + 3, Blacksmithing + 8, Brass-
lies. The sun turns dwarves to stone. smithing + 3, Cleaning + 8, Climb + 8,
The preferred weapons of brown dwarves Coppersmithing + 3, Dance + 3, Direction Sense +
are axes and hammers. Dwarves love armor of all 3, Divination (Axinomancy) + 3, Gemcutting + 3,
kinds, as long as it is made from metal. Goldsmithing + 3, Mining + 3, Mountaineering +
Sub-Ability Points: Physical Fitness - 10, 3, Pewtersmithing + 3, Silversmithing + 3, Stone-
Bodily Attractiveness - 10, Health + 10, Facial - 5, masonry + 3, and Weaponsmithing + 3.
Hand-Eye Coordination + 5, Agility - 5, Analytic + Religion: Brown dwarves worship human
5, Spatial + 10, Drive + 10, and Common Sense + gods.
10. Names: Common male names include
Base Current Armor: 10. Godscalcus and Deigenhardus. Common female
Base Life Points: 20. names include Ditwinus and Evfemia.

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 Dwarf, White Sociality: White dwarves live in under-
White dwarves are jolly. During summer, ground palaces of treasure. On rare occasions, white
elders come to the surface at night, shape-shifting dwarves may reward a human with treasure.
into butterflies and owls, and dancing freely under Language: Dwarven.
the moon. The sun turns dwarves to stone. During Occupation: It is possible for a white dwarf
winter, smiths craft fine artistic works of silver and to be any occupation, but the most common in-
gold in their underground forges. clude: Appraiser, Armorer, Blacksmith, Bladesmith,
The preferred weapons of white dwarves Brazier, Brickmaker, Coppersmith, Dancer,
are axes and hammers. Dwarves love armor of all Dockwalloper, Gemcutter, Gilder, Goldsmith,
kinds, as long as it is made from metal. Hewer, Ironmonger, Jeweler, Locksmith, Marbler,
Sub-Ability Points: Physical Fitness - 10, Mason, Miner, Minter, Mountaineer, Pewterer, Sil-
Bodily Attractiveness - 10, Health + 10, Facial - 5, versmith, and Weaponsmith. Dwarves begin work
Hand-Eye Coordination + 5, Agility - 5, Analytic + at age 24.
5, Spatial + 10, Drive + 10, and Common Sense + Skills: Appraise + 3, Architecture + 3,
10. Armorsmithing + 3, Blacksmithing + 8, Brass-
Base Current Armor: 10. smithing + 3, Climb + 8, Coppersmithing + 3, Dance
Base Life Points: 20. + 3, Direction Sense + 3, Divination (Axinomancy)
Physical Description: White dwarves av- + 3, Gemcutting + 3, Goldsmithing + 3, Mining +
erage 4’ tall for males, 3’ 11” for females. By ap- 3, Mountaineering + 3, Pewtersmithing + 3,
Silversmithing + 3, Stonemasonry + 3, and
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pearance, they usually have pale skin, brown eyes,

long gray beards, and powerful bodies. White Weaponsmithing + 3.
dwarves are cleanly and have a pleasant appearance. Religion: White dwarves worship their own
Disposition Modifiers: Ethicality + 25 and gods.
Morality + 25. Names: Common male names include
Temperament Modifiers: Sanguine + 25, Gerlacus and Godscalcus. Common female names
Choleric - 25, and Melancholic - 25. include Berta and Binhildis.

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Elf (sing.), Elves (pl.) Due to their lengthy lifespan, elves are con-
sidered to be wise. Elves are often sought by others
An elf is a tiny, humanoid creature connected
for their advice. However, it is difficult to find an
with a forest. Each forest inhabited by elves has an
elf unless they want to be found. A forest does not
elven kingdom, which is hidden from others. Elves
contain both dark and light elves.
do not allow other races to see their kingdom, so it
Most elves do not venture far from their
is magically hidden.
forest. For each mile that an elf is removed from
All elves are either dark or light, immoral or
their forest, their Strength and Health sub-ability
moral respectively. Dark or light, all elves seek to
scores decrease by 1. If either sub-ability reaches 0,
protect and preserve their forest, including the wild
then the elf dies.
animals. Dark elves protect their forest using im-
All elves have the special ability to shape-
moral means, while light elves protect their forest
shift. Elves may only shape-shift into the following
using moral means. Unlike dwarves, it is possible to
creatures: cat, dog, fox, and rabbit. Each elf may
distinguish between races of elves by observing their
choose from those creatures each time they shape-
skin color; dark elves have dark skin, while light elves
shift. Age affects duration.
have light skin.
Since elves protect wildlife, they do not eat A ge Cate gor y D uration
them. In fact, elves refuse to eat meat, and prefer

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Infa nt -
fruits and vegetables instead. Because their diet con- Chi l dre n 1 d1 0 se c onds
sists of fruits and vegetables, elves fart 3d10 times Pube rty 1 d1 0 mi nute s
per day. Elves have been known to advise humans Young Adul thood 1 d1 0 hours
Mi ddl e Age 1 d1 0 da y s
that they will be healthier and live longer if they O l d Age 1 d1 0 we e k s
avoid eating meat. Ve ne ra bl e 1 d1 0 months
All elves enjoy music and are skilled with an
instrument, usually the voice. Music is such a large This is the longest that each elf may have
part of the lives of elves that it is a sufficient pun- shape-shifted per day or period of 24 hours. Each
ishment to restrict an elf from making music after elf is different. Once the duration is determined
committing a crime. Elves, however, rarely commit above, an elf retains that duration as long as they
crimes in their forested communities. remain in the age category. For each unit (seconds,
The Lifespan of an elf is determined by the minutes, etc.) of duration that is maintained, the elf
size of their forest (see Lifespan in Chapter 2: Body). temporarily loses 1d10 Strength. The cumulative
If their forest is destroyed, then its elves die and loss of Strength remains in effect for 1d4 times the
their bodies wither, decay, and disappear like leaves duration during which the elf had shape-shifted.
from a tree. If a forest shrinks in size, such as due Strength will return slowly and evenly during the
to a forest fire or humans felling trees, then the lo- period of recovery. If Strength is ever reduced to
cal elves are physically unaffected, though they will 0, then the elf dies.
be angry. The larger the forest in miles squared, the Other names for an elf are alp, aelf, alfar,
longer the lifespan of its elves. alfe, alve, elve, and ylf.

Roll (1d8 ) Fore s t Siz e Life s pan

1 <1 2 5 0 y e a rs
2 1 -1 0 5 0 0 y e a rs
3 1 1 -5 0 7 5 0 y e a rs
4 5 1 -1 0 0 1 , 0 0 0 y e a rs
5 1 0 1 -2 0 0 1 , 5 0 0 y e a rs
6 2 0 1 -3 0 0 2 , 0 0 0 y e a rs
7 3 0 1 -4 0 0 2 , 5 0 0 y e a rs
8 >4 0 0 3 , 0 0 0 y e a rs

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 Elf, Dark Sub-Ability Points: Physical Fitness + 5,
Dark elves are immoral and ugly. Nonethe- Strength - 60, Bodily Attractiveness - 10, Health +
less, they are incredibly fertile and are always trying 10, Facial - 10, Vocal + 10, Kinetic + 10, Hand-Eye
to mate. Few children are born. Due to the sexual Coordination + 10, Agility + 5, Enunciation + 5,
nature of dark elves, humans have been known to Drive + 5, Intuition + 10, Common Sense + 10,
form cults to worship or summon them. and Reflection + 5.
Because dark elves are naturally unattractive Base Current Armor: 10.
and lecherous, they desire to magically enhance their Base Life Points: 15.
beauty in order to seduce those who would ordi- Physical Description: Dark elves tend to
narily reject them. be ugly and have black skin. Dark elves do not have
If any character enters a forest that is in- pubic hair. Dark elves average 4’ tall.
habited by dark elves, then their life may be in dan- Disposition Modifiers: Morality - 25.
ger. Dark elves use the hides of trespassers for Temperament Modifiers: Sanguine - 25,
leather, some body-parts for ingredients, and usu- Choleric + 25, Melancholic + 25, and Phlegmatic -
ally feed the local forest animals with the meat. 25.
Dark elves enjoy tricking their victims, even Sociality: Dark elves live in forest kingdoms.
more than being vicious. For example, a female en- The kingdoms are usually hidden underneath their
joys enticing a lone human deeper into the woods, forest, which they consider their property.
seducing him until he is most vulnerable, and then Language: Elven.
Occupation: Any. Common occupations
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depriving him of life.

The preferred weapons of dark elves are for dark elves include Acrobat, Bard, Dancer, Druid,
shortbows and short swords. Dark elves avoid ar- Gardener, Herbalist, Musician, Ranger, Sage, Sor-
mor made from metal, and prefer soft leather ar- cerer, and Stabler. Elves begin work in puberty.
mor that is crafted from the skin of trespassers. Skills: Contortion + 3, Dance + 3, Etiquette
It is wise for humans never to underestimate + 3, Herbalism + 3, Musical Instrument (Singing) +
dark elves, since they are sinister and powerful. Dark 3, Nature (Plants) + 3, Nature (Trees) + 3, Smell +
elves are famous for crafting magical swords. 3, Tracking + 3, Trickery + 5, and Tumbling + 3.
Other names for a dark elf are dockalfar, Religion: Dark elves worship their own
docalfar, dark alfar, swartalfar, svartalfar, and black gods.
alfs. Names: Common male names include
Sighard and Tondberct. Common female names
include Aedelberga and Uuffa.

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 Elf, Light Sub-Ability Points: Physical Fitness + 5,
Also known as elves of light, light elves are Strength - 60, Bodily Attractiveness + 10, Health +
moral and attractive. Even though they are beauti- 10, Facial + 10, Vocal + 10, Kinetic + 10, Hand-Eye
ful, few children are born. Coordination + 10, Agility + 5, Enunciation + 5,
If any character enters a forest inhabited by Drive + 5, Intuition + 10, Common Sense + 10,
light elves, and if a light elf detects them, then they and Reflection + 5.
may be either befriended, ignored, or influenced to Base Current Armor: 10.
leave. If any character harms a forest or its inhabit- Base Life Points: 15.
ants, and if a light elf is aware, then the light elf will Physical Description: Light elves tend to
play mischievous tricks on the character. For ex- be attractive; however, this race has no pubic hair.
ample, their possessions may be stolen. The appearance of light elves is whiter than the sun.
Above all, light elves enjoy playing harmless Their hair ranges from white to golden or blonde.
pranks on others. For instance, shoelaces may be Light elves prefer to wear green clothes. Light elves
untied. If a light elf is not on bad terms with a average 4’ tall.
character, then a prank will never ruin their prop- Disposition Modifiers: Morality + 25.
erty. Just the same, some characters become angry Temperament Modifiers: Sanguine + 25
when they are the object of a prank. and Melancholic - 25.

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Because light elven maidens are usually beau- Sociality: Light elves live in forest kingdoms.
tiful, relationships or marriages may rarely develop There, elves often live in the hollows of huge tree
between a female light elf and a male human. Some- trunks, and are hidden from others.
times, humans kidnap beautiful light elven maidens Language: Elven.
and attempt to force marriage. If the female Occupation: Any. Common occupations
percieves herself to be slighted in any way, then she for light elves include Acrobat, Bard, Dancer, Druid,
will punish him harshly by playing mischievous tricks. Gardener, Herbalist, Musician, Ranger, Sage, Sor-
It is impossible for such relationships to produce cerer, and Stabler. Elves begin work in puberty.
children. Skills: Climb + 3, Contortion + 3, Dance
The preferred weapons of light elves are + 3, Etiquette + 3, Herbalism + 3, Musical Instru-
shortbows and short swords. Light elves avoid ar- ment (Singing) + 3, Nature (Plants) + 3, Nature
mor made from leather or metal, and prefer (Trees) + 3, Smell + 3, Tracking + 3, and Tumbling
gambesons if necessary, or none at all. Most light + 3.
elves dress as lightly as possible and decent. Religion: Light elves worship their own
Light elves enjoy making music and dancing gods.
in large rings in the mists or under moonlight. Other Names: Common male names include
names for light elves are ellen, elfvor, and light alfs. Aedilfrid and Earconberct. Common female names
include Cynwise and Quoenburg.

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 Human (sing.), Humans (pl.)
In almost every respect, humans are the most
neutral and the norm of the humanoid races. Other
races consider humans to be corrupt, greedy, and
power-hungry. As a race, humans are more inse-
cure, but are also more adaptable than other races.
Many humans consider the human race to be supe-
rior to all others, and most human cultures seek to
expand.
Although humans have the most diverse diet,
most human peasants survive merely on bread and
ale. Humans from southern climates have more di-
verse diets than those from the north.
Sub-Ability Modifiers: None.
Base Current Armor: 10.
Base Life Points: 20.
Physical Description: Humans, including
males and females, average 5’ 7” and 130 pounds,
and have a life expectancy of 73 years. Males aver-
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age 5’ 10” in height, while females average 5’ 4”.

Disposition Modifiers: No modifiers.
Temperament Modifiers: No modifiers.
Sociality: Humans, by and large, are unedu-
cated peasants working in the service of a lord,
though this varies depending on urbanity. Like
kobolds, humans reproduce frequently, and often
consider large families desirable, whether the par-
ents can afford to feed them or not.
Language: Sapien.
Occupation: Any. Humans begin work at
age 10.
Skills: Due to their short lives, humans do
not receive bonus skills.
Religion: Humans range from devoutly re-
ligious to irreligious. Of all the races, humans have
the widest selection of gods, though they also differ
sharply from culture to culture.
Names: Common male first names include
John and Thomas. Common female first names
include Helen and Sarah. Common last names in-
clude Hall and Smith.

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Kobold (sing.), Kobolds (pl.) combat, kobolds prefer light armor so that their
movement is not too impaired. The favorite weap-
Also known as a kobolt, cobolt, kobalos, or
ons of kobolds include a footman’s war hammer
dasik, kobolds have a silvery-white skin color, though
and javelin or spear.
sometimes tinted slightly blue or green. Their skin
It is known that kobolds value beer, milk,
is rough and cracked, and even withstands high tem-
and porridge (flour and/or oats boiled in milk). If
peratures. As a result, kobolds suffer only half-dam-
offered as gifts and trickery is not suspected, then a
age from non-magical fire. All kobolds live under-
kobold’s temper may be appeased. Kobolds are
ground. As such, this race is skilled at metalworking
cruel, feeding just enough gruel to slaves for them
and Mining (see Chap. 8: Skills), and each kobold
to survive. Gruel is a thin porridge, boiled in water
has Low-Light Vi-
instead of milk.
sion (see Vision in
Sub-Ability
Chap. 2: Body). Their
Points: Strength - 40,
favorite metal is sil-
Bodily Attractiveness -
ver, since it reminds
15, Facial - 15, Vocal -
them of their own
15, Kinetic + 15, Rhe-
skin. Kobolds steal
torical - 10, Hand-Eye
silver whenever

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Coordination + 15, Agil-
possible. Their love
ity + 15, Reaction Speed
of silver is the rea-
+ 15, Enunciation + 15,
son that kobolds dig
Language - 10, Analytic
mines.
- 10, Spatial + 15, and
Kobolds
Drive - 15.
enslave every spe-
Base Current
cies or race pos-
Armor: 10.
sible. Children
Base Life
slaves are used to
Points: 15.
dig narrow mine shafts. Adult slaves are used for
Physical Description: Kobolds have skin
heavy labor, which kobolds avoid at all costs. Slave-
that is silvery white and rough. Most have brown,
trading is the only enjoyment of kobolds that rivals
reflective eyes. The average height of a male kobold
their greed for silver. The preferred slave of a kobold
is 4’ 6”, while a female averages 4’ 3”.
is a human. Kobolds instruct their human slaves
Disposition Modifiers: Morality - 50.
never to stand on their feet, under penalty of death,
Temperament Modifiers: Sanguine - 25,
unless commanded specifically. For example, hu-
Choleric + 25, and Phlegmatic + 25.
man slaves in a mineshaft may be allowed to pick
Sociality: Kobolds live in underground min-
while on their knees, but slaves who transport ob-
ing communities that are organized loosely. Every
jects must crawl on their hands and knees, with the
community has its own king.
object on their back. This practice allows kobolds
Language: Kobold.
to remain taller than humans, and maintains the
Occupation: Any. Kobolds begin work at
dominance of the kobold master.
age 6.
Perhaps kobolds are most famous for their
Skills: Direction Sense + 3, Mining + 3,
ingenious and cruel traps. In their underground en-
Trickery + 3, and 1 Weapon (Specific).
vironment, kobolds fashion mechanical traps to
Religion: Kobolds worship their own im-
ensnare or kill characters who invade and trespass.
moral gods.
Although black dwarves use similar traps, the origin
Names: Common male names are Kraeng
of malicious traps is with kobolds.
and Muda. Common female names are Darlicia and
As their name implies, kobolds are bold.
Rachmatilla.
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 Ogre (sing.), Ogres (pl.) Sense - 30.
Base Current Armor: 13.
An ogre is a large humanoid of low Intelli-
Base Life Points: 30.
gence, strong bulk, and carnivorous appetite. Easily
Physical Description: Base ogres are hairy,
outwitted by a clever human, ogres are gross and
have tan skin, and brown eyes. The tallest race that
bloodthirsty. A female ogre is known as an ogress,
a player may select is an ogre. Male base ogres aver-
and an ancient term for an ogre is eotena. There
age 9’ in height, while females average 8’.
are 4 ogre races: base ogre, cliff ogre, gruagach ogre,
Disposition Modifiers: Ethicality - 50 and
and kinder-fresser.
Morality - 50.
Temperament Modifiers: Sanguine - 25,
Choleric + 25,
and Phlegmatic
+ 25.
Social-
ity: Ogre off-
spring are aban-
doned by their
parents, so they
prefer to live
alone. A cave is
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the ideal home

for a base ogre.
Ogres have
minimal loyalty
to others.
Lan-
guage: None,
or Cigan if
gifted.
Occu-
pation: Roll
1d100: (01-16)
Bandit, (17-32)
Berserker, (33)
Chieftain, (34-
Ogre, Base 50) Gladiator, (51-66) Mercenary, (67-82) Ruffian,
This race of ogre, often referred to as a ‘base and (83-100) Slave. Ogres begin work at age 18.
ogre’ to distinguish it from the others, is hairier than Skills: Brawling + 5, Mangling + 5, and
most humans, but nowhere near as hairy as a Wrestling + 3.
gruagach ogre. All base ogres have a hump in their Religion: Ogres have never considered the
backs. existence of gods.
Sub-Ability Points: Physical Fitness - 18, Names: Ogres do not name their offspring.
Strength + 240, Bodily Attractiveness - 20, Facial - However, most who have contact with more intelli-
20, Kinetic - 40, Rhetorical - 15, Hand-Eye Coordi- gent creatures acquire a nickname, such as Face-
nation - 40, Agility - 30, Reaction Speed - 25, Enun- Pounder.
ciation - 50, Language - 50, Math - 50, Analytic - 50,
Spatial - 10, Drive - 15, Intuition - 20, and Common

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 Ogre, Cliff Base Current Armor: 13.
Physically the smallest ogre, a cliff ogre lives Base Life Points: 27.
to force unweary travelers over cliffs to feed their Physical Description: The tallest race that
children below. Each victim is either hurled or kicked a player may select is an ogre. Male ogres average 9’
over the edge. Each parental cliff ogre hopes to in height, while females average 8’.
cause the victim to hit only hard ground, especially Disposition Modifiers: Ethicality - 50 and
jagged rocks. The offspring of the cliff ogre ea- Morality - 50.
gerly await each victim at the base of the cliff. Temperament Modifiers: Sanguine - 25,
The greatest enjoyment among cliff ogres Choleric + 25, Melancholic + 25, and Phlegmatic -
is competing with each other regarding the accu- 25.
racy of hurling victims. The favorite type of con- Sociality: At most, cliff ogres may be orga-
test requires 4 victims, dead or alive. The rules to nized into groups of 3 cooperative families. Lead-
this contest are that the first cliff ogre hurls a victim ership is unnecessary, and cliff ogres have some loy-
where desired. The competing cliff ogre must then alty to their family. However, when the parents are
hurl a victim where desired. Finally, each cliff ogre deemed too old, they are eaten by their children.
attempts to Hurl a victim as close to the previous Language: None, or Cigan if gifted.
victim of the other as possible. The cliff ogre wins Occupation: Roll 1d100: (01-16) Bandit,

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who throws the second victim closest to the other’s (17-32) Berserker, (33) Chieftain, (34-50) Gladiator,
victim. In the case of a tie, a re-throw must be (51-66) Mercenary, (67-82) Ruffian, and (83-100)
made. Frustration is never felt between competing Slave. Ogres begin work at age 18.
cliff ogres; it is pure enjoyment. Skills: Brawling + 5, Climb + 8, Hurl + 5,
Sub-Ability Points: Strength + 200, Bodily Mangling + 5, and Wrestling + 3.
Attractiveness - 20, Facial - 20, Kinetic - 20, Rhe- Religion: Ogres have never considered the
torical - 15, Hand-Eye Coordination - 10, Agility - existence of gods.
15, Reaction Speed - 25, Enunciation - 50, Language Names: Cliff ogres do not name their off-
- 50, Math - 10, Analytic - 25, Drive - 15, Intuition spring. However, most who have contact with more
- 20, and Common Sense - 30. intelligent creatures acquire a nickname, such as
Body-Tosser.

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 Ogre, Gruagach
As a race, gruagach ogres are called the
“Hairy-Ones”. In fact, the origin of the word
‘gruagach’ means ‘hairy’. The blubbery form of a
gruagach ogre confuses some foes, who misjudge
this race of ogre to be fat and weak. A gruagach
ogre moves slowly due to its low Physical Fitness,
though when considering Strength, it is the stron-
gest ogre. Laziness and ineptitude define a gruagach
ogre.
Sub-Ability Points: Physical Fitness - 22,
Strength + 275, Bodily Attractiveness - 30, Health -
5, Facial - 35, Kinetic - 75, Rhetorical - 30, Hand-
Eye Coordination - 40, Agility - 45, Reaction Speed
- 35, Enunciation - 50, Language - 60, Math - 60,
Analytic - 60, Spatial - 15, Drive - 30, Intuition - 20,
and Common Sense - 60.
Base Current Armor: 13.
Base Life Points: 35.
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Physical Description: A gruagach ogre is

the tallest, strongest, and heaviest race a player may
select. Their hairy skin is dark brown, and they have
long, golden hair. Although their hair is naturally
black, they are obsessed with dying it blonde. The
face of a gruagach ogre is prognathous, and the fore-
head is sloping. The head of a gruagach ogre is
larger than other races of ogres. Male gruagach
ogres average 9’ in height, while females average 8’.
Disposition Modifiers: Ethicality - 50 and
Morality - 50.
Temperament Modifiers: Melancholic - 25
and Phlegmatic + 25.
Sociality: Although graugach ogre parents
produce numerous offspring, most die between birth
and infancy. Overall, gruagach ogres live in tribal
hamlets among their kind. In gruagach society, the
strong dominate the weak, and 1 leader and his en-
tourage dominates the tribe. Gruagach ogres have
minimal loyalty to others, and their hamlets are al-
ways located in a glade of a forest. They are too 5, and Wrestling + 3.
lazy to expand their clearings. Religion: Ogres have never considered the
Language: None, or Gruagan if gifted. existence of gods, but gruagach ogres are curiously
Occupation: Roll 1d100: (01-16) Bandit, fearful of magic.
(17-32) Berserker, (33) Chieftain, (34-50) Gladiator, Names: Gruagach ogres do not name their
(51-66) Mercenary, (67-82) Ruffian, and (83-100) offspring. However, most who have contact with
Slave. Ogres begin work at age 18. more intelligent creatures acquire a nickname, such
Skills: Brawling + 5, Mangling + 5, Smell - as Lazy-Ass.

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 Ogre, Kinder-Fresser ogres average 9’ in height, while females average 8’.
Also known as a kinderschrecker or child- Disposition Modifiers: Ethicality - 50 and
guzzler, a kinder-fresser is an ogre who feeds on Morality - 50.
human children. Although a kinder-fresser will eat Temperament Modifiers: Sanguine - 25,
any human child, their favorite is a moral child. The Choleric + 25, and Phlegmatic + 25. Kinder-fressers
voice of a kinder-fresser attracts human children who often act sanguine to lure children to their doom.
are prepubescent and virginal. If a prepubescent, In fact, kinder-fressers receive a bonus of 50 to their
virginal human child hears the voice of a kinder- Sanguine score only while attempting to feed.
fresser, then the child must pass a Drive sub-ability Sociality: A kinder-fresser does not partici-
check at TH 25 or believe that the voice heard is pate in society, except by waiting outside of a hu-
their parents, and obey any commands given. man town for traveling, bipedal food. Each kinder-
Strangely, the voice of a kinder-fresser does fresser lives alone. Kinder-fresser offspring are aban-
not attract others. Since a kinder-fresser survives doned by their parents, so they prefer to live alone.
by eating human children, this creature attempts to A kinder-fresser is loyal only to their own survival.
reside nearby a significant human population. The Language: Sapien.
favorite residence of a kinder-fresser is a cave close Occupation: Roll 1d100: (01-25) Bandit,
to a long, well-traveled road. Since a kinder-fresser (26-50) Berserker, (51-75) Gladiator, and (76-100)

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has higher Facial and Vocal Charisma compared to Slave. Ogres begin work at age 18.
other ogres, victims and foes are sometimes fooled Skills: Hide + 5, Mangling + 3, Persuasion
into thinking the kinder-fresser is a gentle giant. + 8, Silence + 5, Trickery + 5.
The unfortunate child is fooled, lured, Religion: Ogres have never considered the
strangled, and swallowed -- usually without evidence. existence of gods.
Human children smaller than 30 pounds are eaten Names: Kinder-fresser ogres do not name
whole; shoes are regurgitated 10% of the time, if their offspring. However, most who have contact
applicable. In extreme cases, a kinder-fresser has with more intelligent creatures acquire a nickname,
eaten all the young humans of a village. such as Baby-Taker.
Sub-Ability Points: Strength + 240, Bodily
Attractiveness - 10, Fa-
cial - 12, Kinetic - 20,
Rhetorical + 15, Hand-
Eye Coordination - 40,
Agility - 30, Reaction
Speed - 25, Enuncation
- 10, Language - 10,
Math - 50, Analytic - 50,
Spatial - 10, Drive - 15,
and Common Sense -
30.
Base Current
Armor: 13.
Base Life
Points: 30.
Physical De-
scription: The tallest
race that a player may
select is an ogre. Male

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 Troll (sing.), Trolls (pl.) jected to clearly superior force. A borbytingarna
troll will always rebel violently.
Also known as trold and trolld, a troll is an
Sub-Ability Points: Physical Fitness + 20,
immoral creature who is ugly and hairy. Trolls were
Strength + 100, Bodily Attractiveness - 50, Facial -
the first humanoid creature. Female trolls are known
40, Kinetic - 40, Hand-Eye Coordination - 5, Agility
as trollops. 3 races of trolls exist: borbytingarna,
- 25, Reaction Speed - 20, Language - 90, Math - 60,
hill, and subterranean.
Analytic - 60, and Spatial - 10.
Base Current Armor: 14.
Troll, Borbytingarna Base Life Points: 27.
The borbytingarna race inhabits caverns and Physical Description: The average height
roams the forests and mountains. They will attempt of a borbytingarna troll is 8’ tall. It is nearly impos-
to kill and eat any creature met, including another sible to distinguish between males and females, un-
troll, unless the troll is the opposite gender. This less you are a troll. All look exceptionally thin. Trolls
race is not petrified by sunlight, unlike the subterra- have greenish skin and brown hair.
nean troll. Disposition Modifiers: Ethicality - 50 and
A borbytingarna troll does not have huge, Morality - 50.
sharp claws like a hill troll. The hands of these trolls Temperament Modifiers: Sanguine - 25
are unusually long and slender. Borbytingarna con- and Choleric + 25.
sider armor and weapons to be useless. If this type Sociality: These trolls inhabit caverns and
of troll fears for its life in combat, then it will attack roam the forests and mountains. Borbytingarna do
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by Brawling and Wrestling. If a borbytingarna does not have Social Class, since they would die before
not fear for its life, then it will play with its prey. In submitting to another.
this case, a borbytingarna prefers to overbear and Language: None.
fish-hook (see Wrestling in Chap. 8: Skills) its foes. Occupation: Roll 1d100: (01-25) Bandit,
When the foe is close to unconsciousness, a (26-50) Berserker, (51-75) Gladiator, and (76-100)
borbytingarna enjoys slamming the foe into hard Slave. Trolls begin work at age 13.
objects until they lose consciousness. Skills: Blindfighting + 5, Brawling + 5, Di-
Once a victim is unconscious or dead, and rection Sense + 5, Disarm + 3, Mangling + 5, and
the troll is not threatened by other creatures, this Wrestling + 5.
type of troll delights in thrashing around the body Religion: Trolls have never considered the
of the fallen foe. These trolls thrash meat to ten- existence of gods.
derize it. A borbytingarna troll may do this for 1d100 Names: Borbytingarna trolls do not name
minutes before it decides to feed. their offspring. However, most who have contact
Due to the extreme hatred of borbytingarna with more intelligent creatures acquire a nickname,
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 Troll, Hill Sub-Ability Points: Physical Fitness - 25,
A hill troll has a large, hairless belly that drags Strength + 100, Bodily Attractiveness - 70, Facial -
along the ground, and black claws on both hands 40, Kinetic - 40, Hand-Eye Coordination - 20, Agil-
and feet. Their claws are sharp as knives, causing ity - 25, Reaction Speed - 20, Language - 90, Math -
substantial slashing damage per successful Brawling 60, Analytic - 60, and Spatial - 10.
attack (see Brawling in Chap. 8: Skills). Always black, Base Current Armor: 14.
these claws resemble obsidian, even when broken. Base Life Points: 27.
Whenever a claw is broken from a hill troll, the edges Physical Description: The average height
are always sharp. For this reason, ancient humans of a hill troll is 8’ tall. It is nearly impossible to
sought the claws of hill trolls for arrowheads. The distinguish between males and females, unless you
claws of a hill troll significantly aid it in climbing. are a troll. The belly is the distinguishing feature,
Hill trolls either roam the hills or lurk in a because hill trolls look skinny elsewhere, yet fat in
hiding spot, waiting to attack their favorite victim -- the middle. The belly of a hill troll is shaped like a
humans. When a hill troll gets ahold of a human, it gigantic, drooping breast. Trolls have greenish skin
rips the flesh from the human’s body. This type of and brown hair.
troll is not petrified by sunlight, unlike the subterra- Disposition Modifiers: Ethicality - 50 and
nean troll. It will attempt to kill and eat any creature Morality - 50.

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it meets, including another troll, unless the troll is Temperament Modifiers: Sanguine - 25
the opposite gender. and Choleric + 25.
Hill trolls consider armor and weapons use- Sociality: These trolls are solitary and in-
less, unless trained as a gladiator. Hill trolls prefer habit hills. Hill trolls do not have Social Class, since
to brawl, wrestle, and claw their victims until they they would rather die before submitting to another.
are a bloody pulp. Most enjoy removing all flesh Language: None.
from the victim, then eating the internal organs. Occupation: Roll 1d100: (01-25) Bandit,
They are very selective, and will leave all muscle un- (26-50) Berserker, (51-75) Gladiator, and (76-100)
touched, but eat the internal organs instead. Al- Slave. Trolls begin work at age 13.
most always, hill trolls save the brain for last, which Skills: Blindfighting + 5, Brawling + 5,
they consider a delicacy; it takes as long as an hour Climb + 5, Direction Sense + 3, Mangling + 5, Taste
to eat. + 3, Weapon (Specific -- Claws) + 5, and Wrestling
Although hill trolls crave the cortex and the + 3.
surrounding cerebrospinal fluid, they savor the taste Religion: Trolls have never considered the
of the limbic system, most specifically the amygdala, existence of gods.
basal ganglia, and hippocampus. Oddly, they always Names: Hill trolls do not name their off-
reject the thalamus, but devour the hypothalamus. spring. However, most who have contact with more
While tasting the limbic system, hill trolls will be- intelligent creatures acquire a nickname, such as
come erect or wet with sexual excitement as well. Head-Slasher.

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 Troll, Subterranean Subterranean trolls are expert metalsmiths,
In ancient times, all trolls were one race. herbal healers, and sorcerers. They craft superb plate
When ogres appeared, trolls and ogres battled to armor and weapons. Platemail is crafted so that it is
exterminate each other. One group of trolls was as quiet as possible. Subterranean trolls prefer
loyal to the king god of trolls, and for their loyalty polearms, and usually attack the neck or lungs of
he bestowed greater Intelligence. A lesser troll god their foe so that they will die quietly.
became angry, and cursed them, so that sunlight This race survives on spores and water from
would turn them to stone. Most died, but enough underground springs, but they are cannibalistic and
escaped below to survive. Today, these are known consider a baby subterranean troll who is slightly
as subterranean trolls. flawed to be the finest meal.
All subterranean trolls have Low-Light Vi- Sub-Ability Points: Physical Fitness + 5,
sion (see Vision in Chap. 2: Body). Although subter- Strength + 100, Bodily Attractiveness - 50 for males,
ranean trolls are few in number, their race is ancient Facial - 40 for males, Kinetic - 40, Hand-Eye Coor-
and powerful. If they wanted to dominate the sur- dination - 20, Agility - 25, Reaction Speed - 20, Lan-
face world, some speculate that they could. But they guage + 10, Math + 10, Analytic + 10, and Spatial +
do not. Subterranean trolls want to live quietly away 10.
from other races, and all of them hate noise nearly Base Current Armor: 14.
as much as the sun. Base Life Points: 27.
Subterranean trolls worship the moon, and Physical Description: The average height
of a subterranean troll is 8’ tall. Males tend to be
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most venture to the surface on the night of a full

moon to offer praise and show their devotion. When ugly, while females are beautiful; both have greenish
not worshipping the moon and out of their home skin. Females usually have long, red hair, and most
and community, subterranean trolls act hatefully males have brown hair.
toward everything, including trees. Although they Disposition Modifiers: Ethicality - 50 and
avoid other sentient species, subterranean trolls have Morality - 50.
been known to steal women, children, and prop- Temperament Modifiers: Sanguine - 25
erty. However, if a human is encountered, it is pos- and Choleric + 25.
sible, no matter how rare, for a subterranean troll to Sociality: Subterranean trolls live in com-
like them and grant riches. Nonetheless, humans munities underneath hills. Their homes are crafted
use a branch of mistletoe to protect them from being to the amazement of all others, including dwarves,
taken by a subterranean troll against their will. though rarely seen. The home of a subterranean
Male subterranean trolls tend to be unsightly troll is a palace full of treasure.
and malicious, while females are beautiful but ex- Language: Troll.
ceedingly vile. These female trolls hate elven and Occupation: Appraiser, Armorer, Bandit,
human females who have higher Bodily Attractive- Berserker, Blacksmith, Bladesmith, Brass-smith,
ness or Facial Charisma. Whenever 1 is seen, the Cook, Coppersmith, Gemcutter, Gladiator, Gold-
female troll must pass a Drive sub-ability check at smith, Herbalist, Hierophant, Ironmonger, Jeweler,
TH 24 to refrain from attempting to maim her. Mason, Miner, Pewtersmith, Silversmith, Slave-
When tales are told among humans, female subter- trader, Sorcerer, Weaponsmith, and Whore. Trolls
ranean trolls are often called harlot-hunters. begin work at age 13.
Female subterranean trolls are willing to ex- Skills: Blindfighting + 5, Brawling + 5, Di-
periment sexually with large male anakim or humans. rection Sense + 3, Mangling + 5, Sound + 3, Trick-
These trolls know from experience and history that ery + 3, and Wrestling + 5.
interracial offspring never occurs as a result. Their Religion: All worship the moon, their god.
willingness to experiment is due to the ugliness of Names: Common male names include
male trolls. For this reason, female subterranean Aktorion and Kephisophon. Common female
trolls are also called trollops. names include Amaxerete and Thrinacia.

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Racial Hatred who are deemed dissimilar. Racial opinions and at-
titudes vary with each character. However, trends
Different races usually regard each other
in opinions emerge among masses of characters.
differently, based on observed, imagined, or feared
At the present time, the degree of racial
dissimilarities. Most characters prefer to associate
hatred among the races allowed as characters for
with those who are deemed similar. Further, most
players may be observed in the table below:
characters avoid, dislike, belittle, or condemn those

Rac ial D wa., D wa., D wa., Elf, Elf, O gre , O gre , O gre , Troll, Troll, Troll,
A na. Bug. Hu. Kob. O gre
Hatre d Blac k Bro. White D ark Light Cliff Gr u. Kin. Borb. Hill Sub.
A nakim
1 5 5 5 5 5 5 4 5 4 4 4 4 5 5 5
Bu g b e ar
5 1 5 5 5 5 5 5 4 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
D warf,
5 5 1 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 4 5 5 5 5 5
Blac k
D warf,
5 5 5 1 3 5 3 2 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
Brown
D warf.

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5 5 5 3 1 5 4 3 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
White
Elf,
5 5 5 5 5 1 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
D ar k
Elf,
5 5 5 3 4 5 1 2 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
Light
Hu m an
4 5 5 2 3 5 2 1 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
Kobold
5 4 5 5 5 5 5 5 1 4 5 4 5 5 5 5
O gre
4 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 4 1 4 4 4 5 5 5
O gre ,
4 5 4 5 5 5 5 5 5 4 1 4 4 5 5 5
Cliff
O gre ,
4 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 4 4 4 1 4 5 5 5
Gr u.
O gre ,
4 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 4 4 4 1 5 5 5
Kin.
Troll,
5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 4 5 5
Borb.
Troll,
5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 4 5
Hill
Troll,
5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 1
Sub.

Individual Rac ial Hatre d

Rac ial Hatre d Individual Rac ial Hatre d
From Table A bove 1 2 3 4 5
1 3 -2 1 2 2 -2 6 2 7 -2 8 29 30
2 3 -1 1 1 2 -2 1 2 2 -2 5 2 6 -2 8 2 9 -3 0
3 3 -4 5 -1 1 1 2 -2 1 2 2 -2 8 2 9 -3 0
4 3 -4 5 -7 8 -1 1 1 2 -2 1 2 2 -3 0
5 3 4 5 -6 7 -1 1 1 2 -3 0

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 1 = Preference: A preference exists for the Racial Slurs
indicated race. Note that, as a gen- A racial slur is a derogatory term for a race,
eral rule, characters prefer their own usually used comically, to belittle, or to incite vio-
kind. lence. A stockpile of racial slurs has accumulated
2 = Acceptance: While these races may not through the centuries, though most have been for-
prefer each other’s company above gotten, lost due to the passage of time. The follow-
their own kind, they are generally on ing are derogatory terms for races, which are trans-
good terms with each other and will lated into other languages:
tend to be accepting and tolerant.
3 = Indifference: These races have no strong Anakim
attitudes in favor of, or opposition Human men call females Hourglasses.
to, each other. Human men call males Raptors.
4 = Dislike: Negative attitudes exist be- Human women call females Demon-whores.
tween these races. They are usually Human women call males Skinloaf or
not hostile openly toward each other Stovepiper (due to their Manhood)
and opt to avoid members of this
race, but perceived insults may in- Bugbear
cite violence. Dwarves, elves, and kobolds call them Rugs.
5 = Hatred: Between these races, insults Humans call them Buggers.
usually occur frequently, and violence
Chapter 1: Race and Gender

Ogres and Trolls call them Bugs.

is common, if not declared openly
on sight. Generally, these races hate Dwarf
each other. Elves call them Gemmers.
Humans call them Alkies.
Kobolds call them Fatties.
Although general attitudes exist between
races, individual attitudes may differ from general Elf
attitudes. To determine a particular character’s de- Stick, Twig
gree of racial hatred for another race, consult the
accompanying table -- Individual Racial Hatred. A Human
character’s degree of hatred for each race may be Bugbears call them Poople, not people.
determined during character creation, or upon each Dwarves and elves call them Corruptians.
introduction to a race never seen. Consult the Aedile. Kobolds call them Slavs (slaves).
To determine an Individual Racial Hatred, roll 3d10 Ogres call them Ribbers (human ribs taste
and consult the table. so good).

Kobold
Spear-chucker, Holer, Shiner

PERPETUI.INIMICI Ogre
Oaf

Ogre, Gruagach
Hairy-One
perpetual enemies
Troll
Knuckle-dragger

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 The philosopher’s observations presented
Gender above are generalizations and do not hold true for
Now that you know the race of your charcter all characters, though the generalizations apply across
and have recorded it on your character sheet, con- the available races. Certainly, it is possible to find a
sider your character’s gender: male or female. Gen- surpassingly shameless male, or a female who is less
der is a correlative factor with many things, from susceptible to depression than males, but these in-
abilities, to height and weight. For example, on av- stances are the exception to the observed rule.
erage it is obvious that males tend to be physically Consult the following table of Gender Modi-
stronger, taller, and weigh more than females. fiers to adjust the sub-abilities and Temperament of
Most importantly, consult with the Aedile a character:
to see if gender is determined randomly or may be
chosen by the player. Random determination is
more realistic, since no one gets to choose their gen- Ge nde r Modifie rs 2
To be Modifie d Male Fe m ale
der in reality. However, the random determination A BILITIES
of gender is problematic if a group of players are Phy si que : Phy si c a l Fi tne ss + 5% - 5%
involved because random genders may be inappro- Phy si que : Stre ngth + 30% - 30%
priate. Therefore, the Aedile must choose whether Phy si que : Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 3% + 3%

Chapter 1: Race and Gender

gender is determined randomly or chosen by the Cha ri sma : Fa c i a l - 3% + 3%
player. Inte l l i ge nc e : La ngua ge - 2% + 2%
If the Aedile declares that gender is deter- Inte l l i ge nc e : Ma th + 3% - 3%
mined randomly, which is rare, then consult Off- Inte l l i ge nc e : Spa ti a l + 3% - 3%
spring Gender in Chapter 6: Sociality. Otherwise, a Wi sdom Dri v e + 2% - 2%
Wi sdom: Intui ti on - 5% + 5%
player should choose their gender based on the fol-
Wi sdom: Re fl e c ti on - 4% + 4%
lowing information or personal preference. Record
TEMPERA MEN T
the gender of your character on your character sheet. Sa ngui ne -2 +2
According to a prominent philosopher,1 Chol e ri c +2 -2
males tend to be more spirited, savage, simple, and
less cunning. Females, on the other hand, tend to
be more compassionate than males, more easily According to the adjustments above, it may
moved to tears, at the same time are more jealous, seem as though males are superior, though it is im-
more querulous, and are more apt to scold and to portant to understand that there are other instances,
strike. Females are, furthermore, more prone to such as nurturing, that are unapparent in the adjust-
despondency and less hopeful than males, more void ments and may become evident and valuable during
of shame and self-respect, more false of speech, role-playing. The function of altering gender ac-
and more deceptive. Females are also more wake- cording to the table above is to shift the averages of
ful, shrinking, and difficult to rouse to action. The the sexes to more closely resemble reality3.
philosopher notes that males are more courageous, Do not apply the gender modifiers until af-
sympathetic, and stand by to help. Even in the case ter the sub-abilities or temperaments have been gen-
of mollusks, when the cuttle-fish is struck with a erated. Following is some information about gen-
trident, the male stands by to help the female; but der and culture.
when the male is struck, the female runs away.
1. In Book IX of “Historia Animalium,” Aristotle refers to gender differences and compares animals as well as humans. His
comments are deemed relevant to the setting of F.A.T.A.L. due to the prevalence of his opinion throughout the Middle Ages.
2. All Gender Modifiers are based upon scholarly literature. Hand-Eye Coordination receives no Gender Modifier. Males
have faster Movement Times, but finger size is a better predictor than gender. For more information, see studies concerning
dexterity in the References section at the end of this book.

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 Most cultures are patriarchal and the preva-
lent belief regarding gender is that females are infe-
rior to males physically, intellectually, morally, and
emotionally. For example, menstruation may be un-
derstood as punishment by the gods. Further, the
natural role of women regarding childbirth, and sub-
sequently motherhood, has impacted the societal
role of women, such that they are deemed better
suited to stay at home, cook, clean, and care for their
husband and children. Prior to marriage, maidens
are expected to be chaste, though few fulfill this ex-
pectation. Once married, a wife is expected to be
submissive to her husband, who owns her.
Conversely, in most patriarchal cultures,
males are considered superior to females physically,
intellectually, morally, and emotionally. For example,
since emotions are often understood as the antith-
esis of reason, and since females seem more influ-
enced by their emotions, males value the ability to
suppress emotions. The role of a husband is to
Chapter 1: Race and Gender

work outside the home and thereby provide for his

wife and children. Within a family structure, the
husband is considered dominant and the final arbi-
ter, though some males are passive or soft-spoken.
In most patriarchal societies, a husband owns his
wife and children and may sell them into slavery if
necessary to pay a debt.
It is unwise to violate cultural norms. The
more that males or females deviate from the cul-
tural norms of their gender, the more disapproba-
tion, and possibly punishment, they receive.
Despite the presence of gender norms, it is
unwise to consider either gender, overall, to be su-
perior to the other. Males and females are differ-
ent, and merely better suited for different things.
Males are clearly better suited for violence. Since
violence is the primary cause of shifts in power, and
because males are larger than females, it is sonal and familial relationships, where their Bodily
unsurprising, in fact to be expected, that males have Attractiveness, Language, Intuition, and Reflection
emerged as the dominant gender across the avail- are most influential, and dominant over that of
able races. Females are better suited for interper- males. Males and females are far from equal.
3. The shift in range represents masses of characters better than extreme instances. For instance, the highest measured
intelligence is that of a female, though by large numbers females tend to score slightly lower than males in overall intelligence.
Shifting the range lower for females prevents the possibility of a female possessing the highest Intelligence, except when
considering Persistent Exercise (see Chapter 3: Abilities). As a contrast, males have lower Intuition than females, in which case
Persistent Exercise cannot help. A gender difference exists in distributions, such that males have a lower central tendency than
females, and hence have wider distributions; the most intuitive male should exceed the most intuitive female. Therefore, if the
gender modifiers are accurate for this game, then they are more biased against males than females.

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 Chapter 2: Body

Chapter 2: Body
This chapter is concerned with anthropom- Standard Features
etry (physical measures of the body), such as height
Each of the standard features must be de-
and weight, including genitalia, as well as allergies,
termined randomly for each character.
intoxication, and diseases affecting the body. The
contents of this chapter are listed under 4 catego-
ries: Standard Features, Sexual Features, Rare Fea-
Age
tures, and Allergies, Intoxication, and Disease. To determine the age of a character, roll ac-
Perhaps the most frequently used physical cording to the formula in the table below. Notice
measure is Life Points (LP) and Body Part Points that the absolute value of the result is taken, so it is
(BPP), which are numeric representations of con- impossible to have a negative age. It is possible to
sciousness, energy, and life, as well as the ability to role-play an infant or venerable character, as well as
withstand or sustain damage. LP were first intro- young adult. The Aedile may allow a player to choose
duced regarding races in Chapter 1: Race and Gender. the age of their character, but random is recom-
LP will also be adjusted by Strength, Health, and mended. Consider the race of the character and
Drive in Chapter 3: Abilities. LP and BPP are more consult the table below:
appropriately covered in detail in Chapter 10: Com- Rac e Star ting A ge
bat. Ana k i m |((4 d1 0 0 / 2 . 5 ) - 5 0 )|
If generating a new character, then progress Bugbe a r |((4 d1 0 0 / 3 ) - 4 0 )|
Dwa rf 1 d1 0 0 0
through this chapter topic by topic to determine
E l f* Young Adul thood
and record information concerning the body of a Huma n |((4 d1 0 0 / 4 ) - 3 0 )|
character. Information including and beyond Rare Kobol d |((4 d1 0 0 / 5 ) - 2 5 )|
Features may be relevant to a character’s body in a O gre |((4 d1 0 0 / 2 ) - 5 5 )|
gaming session, but not character creation. Trol l |((4 d1 0 0 / 3 ) - 4 0 )|

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 Lifespan

Rac e Infant Child Pube r ty Young A dult Middle A ge O ld A ge Ve ne rable

Ana k i m 0 -4 5 -1 4 1 5 -2 1 2 2 -4 5 4 6 -7 0 7 1 -1 0 0 1 0 1 -1 5 0
Bugbe a r 0 -4 5 -1 3 1 4 -2 0 2 1 -3 5 3 6 -5 0 5 1 -7 0 7 1 -1 2 5
Dwa rf 0 -6 7 -2 5 2 6 -5 0 5 1 -1 0 0 1 0 1 -1 5 0 1 5 1 -2 0 0 >2 0 0
E l f* (0 -5 %) (6 -1 5 %) (1 6 -2 5 %) (2 6 -4 0 %) (4 1 -5 5 %) (5 6 -7 5 %) (7 6 -1 0 0 %)
Huma n 0 -3 4 -1 1 1 2 -1 5 1 6 -3 0 3 1 -4 0 4 1 -5 0 5 1 -1 1 0
Kobol d 0 -2 3 -7 8 -1 2 1 3 -2 0 2 1 -3 0 3 1 -4 0 4 1 -8 0
O gre 0 -5 6 -2 0 2 1 -4 0 4 1 -7 0 7 1 -1 0 0 1 0 1 -1 3 0 1 3 1 -2 0 0
Trol l 0 -4 5 -1 4 1 5 -2 5 2 6 -4 0 4 1 -6 0 6 1 -8 0 8 1 -1 5 0

Note: Females live (1d10)% longer than males, regardless of race. If female, then roll and apply.
*The Lifespan of an elf is also determined in Chapter 1: Race and Gender.
Chapter 2: Body

The age category of a character affects their height and weight, which are determined on the
following pages. However, the modifier should not be applied until after height and weight are deter-
mined, yet before BMI is calculated. After calculating height and weight, consult the table below:

Life s pan Modifie rs

A ffe c ts A ge 0 Infant Child Pube r ty Middle A ge O ld A ge Ve ne rable
He i ght 20% 40% 80% 90% 99% 98% 97%
We i ght 5% 40% 60% 80% 110% 110% 110%
Ha i r Col or - - - - w/some Gra y Gra y Whi te
Ha i r Le ngth - 90 - 70 - 50 - - - -
Foot Si ze 20% 40% 80% - - - -
He a d Ci rc . 55% 70% 85% - - - -

Bodily features are calculated initally for the Lifespan category of Young Adult and then modified
for the category of the character.

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 Height
1
The height of a character is determined according to the following table:

He ight in Inc he s
Rac e Male A vg. Male Fe m ale A vg. Fe m ale
Ana k i m (2 d2 0 ) + 7 6 8’ (4 d1 0 ) + 6 8 7’ 6”
Bugbe a r (6 d8 ) + 5 7 7’ (8 d6 ) + 5 0 6’ 6”
Dwa rf (6 d6 ) + 2 7 4’ (8 d4 ) + 2 7 3’ 11”
Elf (6 d4 ) + 3 3 4’ (6 d4 ) + 3 3 4’
Huma n (6 d6 ) + 4 9 5’ 10” (8 d4 ) + 4 4 5’ 4”
Kobol d (6 d6 ) + 3 3 4’ 6” (6 d4 ) + 3 6 4’ 3”
O gre (6 d8 ) + 8 1 9’ (8 d6 ) + 6 8 8’
Trol l (6 d8 ) + 6 9 8’ (8 d6 ) + 6 8 8’

Height also affects weight, Strength, and Bodily Attractiveness (see Chapter 3: Abilities) for males,
or weight and Strength for females. Therefore, taller males tend to be stronger, better looking, and weigh
more.

He ight Modifie rs
Male Fe m ale
Rac e

Chapter 2: Body
For Eac h Inc h Talle r For Eac h Inc h Shor te r For Eac h Inc h Talle r For Eac h Inc h Shor te r
+ 1 5 l bs. We i ght - 6 l bs. We i ght
+ 1 0 l bs. We i ght - 1 0 l bs. We i ght
Ana k i m + 1 5 Stre ngth - 4 Stre ngth
+ 5 Stre ngth - 1 0 Stre ngth
+ 1 Bodi l y Attra c t. - 1 Bodi l y Attra c t.
+ 1 2 l bs. We i ght - 5 l bs. We i ght
+ 7 l bs. We i ght - 5 l bs. We i ght
Bugbe a r + 1 2 Stre ngth - 4 Stre ngth
+ 4 Stre ngth - 5 Stre ngth
+ 2 Bodi l y Attra c t. - 2 Bodi l y Attra c t.
+ 1 0 l bs. We i ght - 4 l bs. We i ght
+ 5 l b. We i ght - 1 l b. We i ght
Dwa rf + 1 0 Stre ngth - 3 Stre ngth
+ 3 Stre ngth - 1 Stre ngth
+ 3 Bodi l y Attra c t. - 3 Bodi l y Attra c t.
+ 4 l bs. We i ght - 1 l b. We i ght
+ 2 l b. We i ght - 1 l b. We i ght
Elf + 4 Stre ngth - 1 Stre ngth
+ 1 Stre ngth - 1 Stre ngth
+ 3 Bodi l y Attra c t. - 3 Bodi l y Attra c t.
+ 1 0 l bs. . We i ght - 4 l bs. We i ght
+ 5 l bs. We i ght - 1 l b. We i ght
Huma n + 1 0 Stre ngth - 3 Stre ngth
+ 3 Stre ngth - 1 Stre ngth
+ 2 Bodi l y. Attra c t. - 2 Bodi l y Attra c t.
+ 7 l bs. We i ght - 2 l bs. We i ght
+ 3 l bs. We i ght - 1 l b. We i ght
Kobol d + 7 Stre ngth - 2 Stre ngth
+ 2 Stre ngth - 1 Stre ngth
+ 3 Bodi l y Attra c t. - 3 Bodi l y Attra c t.
+ 2 0 l bs. We i ght - 7 l bs. We i ght
+ 1 5 l bs. We i ght - 1 2 l bs. We i ght
O gre + 2 0 Stre ngth - 6 Stre ngth
+ 8 Stre ngth - 1 2 Stre ngth
+ 1 Bodi l y Attra c t. - 1 Bodi l y Attra c t.
+ 1 6 l bs. We i ght - 6 l bs. We i ght
+ 1 5 l bs. We i ght - 6 l bs. We i ght
Trol l + 1 6 Stre ngth - 5 Stre ngth
+ 8 Stre ngth - 6 Stre ngth
+ 1 Bodi l y Attra c t. - 1 Bodi l y Attra c t.

1. Height in medieval times varies with the source cited. Multiple sources indicate average females were 5’ 4”, just as today.
Average Viking males have been claimed to be 5’ 10”, English longbowmen 5’ 2”, and average Saxon males 5’ 7”. For more
information, see the References section at the end of this book.

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 Weight
The weight of a character is determined by race, gender, chance, and height. First, roll on the
table below to determine the Base Weight in Pounds of a character by gender and race:

Bas e We ight in Pounds

Rac e Male A vg. Male Fe m ale A vg. Fe m ale
Ana k i m (3 d1 0 0 ) + 2 4 9 400 (2 d1 0 0 ) + 9 9 200
Bugbe a r (2 d1 0 0 ) + 1 9 9 300 (1 d1 0 0 ) + 2 0 0 250
Dwa rf (4 d1 0 ) + 7 8 100 (6 d6 ) + 6 9 90
Elf (2 d6 ) + 5 3 60 (2 d4 ) + 5 0 55
Huma n (6 d2 0 ) + 8 7 150 (6 d1 2 ) + 7 6 115
Kobol d (3 d6 ) + 7 0 80 (2 d6 ) + 6 3 70
O gre a nd Hi l l Trol l (3 d1 0 0 ) + 4 9 9 650 (2 d1 0 0 ) + 3 9 9 500
Trol l , Borb. a nd Sub. (6 d2 0 ) + 1 8 7 250 (6 d1 2 ) + 2 1 1 250

Weight affects Strength (see Chap. 3: Abili-

ties). If a character weighs more than the amount in
the left column, then the modifier in the right col-
umn is added to their Strength. Consult the table
below:
Chapter 2: Body

We ight Modifie r to Stre ngth

N um be r of N um be r of
Stre ngth Stre ngth
Rac e lbs . A bove lbs . Be low
Modifie r Modifie r
A vg. We ight A vg. We ight
Ana k i m 4 +1 8 -1
Bugbe a r 3 +1 7 -1
Dwa rf 1 +1 5 -1
Elf 1 +1 2 -1
Huma n 2 +1 5 -1
Kobol d 1 +1 3 -1
O gre 5 +1 10 -1
Trol l 4 +1 20 -1

1. Height and Weight of various fantasy races have been computed by consulting biology, physiology, and zoology textbooks
that refer to the Cube-Square Law, and the proportions to larger and smaller creatures. For example, as a creature increases
proportionately in size, its surface area increases by a ratio of the difference in Height squared, but the Weight increases by the
ratio of the difference cubed. When a muscle is increased twofold in all 3 dimensions, its volume and weight are cubed, but
the muscular power is only multiplied by 4, since cross-sectional distance determines muscular strength, not volume and
Weight. The fact that the percentage of bone weight to body weight increases with creature size has been considered, as well
as the fact that more muscle is necessary at larger creature sizes in order to do less when compared to body weight. The
interesting implications of the Cube-Square Law on larger and smaller creatures is that smaller creatures will be strong for
their size (such as an ant being able to put 40 times its body weight over its head), and larger creatures will be weak for their
size. For more information, see the References section at the end of this book.

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 Body Mass Index BMI (lbs ./inc he s 2 x 7 0 5 )
Body Mass Index1 (BMI) is a method of es- Rac e Ge nde r Unde rw. O ve rw.
timating the appropriateness of an adult character’s Ana k i m M 27 33
weight compared to their height. The higher the Ana k i m F 16 19
BMI, the more a character weighs compared to their Bugbe a r + Dwa rf M 28 32
Bugbe a r + Dwa rf F 27 30
height. A character with a low BMI is underweight, Elf M 17 20
while a character with a high BMI is overweight. Elf F 16 19
Overweight characters, however, are not necessarily Huma n M 20 25
unhealthy. An overweight character may be excep- Huma n F 18 22
tionally strong and physically fit. Usually, an over- Kobol d M 18 21
Kobol d F 17 20
weight character is obese, not fit. O gre + Hi l l Trol l M 36 43
Characters have never heard of BMI, and O gre + Hi l l Trol l F 35 41
will never discuss it with each other. BMI is pro- Trol l , B. + S. E i the r 17 21
vided in this book to provide the Aedile and player
a better understanding of the relationships between BMI also affects Bodily Attractiveness. For
Physique, height, and weight. each unit below underweight or above overweight,
To determine if a character is under- or over- a modifier is usually applied to Bodily Attractive-
weight, simply divide their weight by the square of ness. For example, for each 0.1 BMI below under-
their height, and multiply the result by 705. weight (18) for a human female, Bodily Attractive-
Due to poor nutrition and living conditions, ness increases by 5. So, a human female with a BMI
many characters will be underweight2. If a male

Chapter 2: Body
of 17.7 has a bonus of + 15 to Bodily Attractive-
character has a BMI of at least 30, then he will be ness. Consult the following table:
unable to see his Manhood while standing without
using a mirror.

BMI Modifie rs
Male Fe m ale
Rac e Unit Unde rwe ight/ Unit O ve rwe ight/ Unit Unde rwe ight/ Unit O ve rwe ight/
Modifie r to Bod. A tt. Modifie r to Bod. A tt. Modifie r to Bod. A tt. Modifie r to Bod. A tt.
Ana k i m 0 . 1 / -1 0 . 1 / -1 0.1 / + 10 0 . 1 / -1
Bugbe a r 0 . 1 / -1 0 . 1 / -1 0 . 1 / +1 0 . 1 / -1
Dwa rf 0 . 1 / -1 0 . 1 / -1 0 . 1 / +2 0 . 1 / -1
Elf 0 . 1 / -5 0 . 1 / -1 0.1 / + 10 0 . 1 / -1
Huma n 0 . 1 / -1 0 . 1 / -1 0 . 1 / +5 0 . 1 / -1
Kobol d 0 . 1 / -3 0 . 1 / -1 0 . 1 / +3 0 . 1 / -1
O gre - 0 . 5 / -1 - 0 . 5 / -1
Trol l 0 . 1 / -1 0 . 5 / -1 0 . 1 / -1 0 . 5 / -1

1. According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (http://nhlbi.com), an adult human should have a BMI
between 18.5 and 25. Regarding BMI, the NHLBI does not distinguish between males and females. For more information on
the sources, see the References section at the end of this book.
2. In reality, BMI varies by country and social class. According to an article by David Kelleher entitled “54% of 10-year-old
girls in Malta are Obese,” from the Malta Independent, Issue No. 414, 24% of Americans are obese. Since the convenience of
the American lifestyle is influencing Europeans, obesity is increasing in Europe. Between 15-20% of European adults are
obese, and 50% of European adults are projected to be obese by the year 2030. According to personal observation, the
modern upper class has a lower BMI than the lower class. This observation seems reasonable because healthy food is more
expensive than unhealthy food, and is therefore more easily accessible for the upper classes. The upper classes are able to
spend more money to improve their looks, such as with corrective surgery, and to pay for health club memberships. The
relationship between social class and BMI was probably the opposite for Medieval people. The peasant probably had a lower
BMI than nobility.

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 Body Part Proportion
Different races have different proportions of body parts, relative to other body parts. For ex-
ample, ogres have proportionally thicker arms than trolls. The information in the table below is unneces-
sary at the moment if creating a character and progressing through the book page by page. However,
after Life Points (LP) are determined, Body Part Points (BPP) will be determined based on this table.
After calculating BPP from the LP and the proportions below, BPP are entered on a character sheet next
to an image of a body. Body Part Proportions are arranged in a 1d100 format, so that during an attack the
particular body part may be determined, and there is also a percentage of the body part’s area compared
to the body. For now, observe the Body Part Proportion of the appropriate race and progress forward for
character creation.

Body Par t Propor tions

A nakim , Bugbe ar, Troll,
Elf, Hum an, D warf, O gre Borby tingar na + Troll, Hill
Body Par t Kobold Subte r rane an
1d10 0 Propor tion 1d10 0 Propor tion 1d10 0 Propor tion 1d10 0 Propor tion
Foot, Le ft 1 .01 1 .01 1 .01 1 .01
Foot, Ri ght 2 .01 2 .01 2 .01 2 .01
Le g, Lowe r, Le ft 3 -7 .05 3 -6 .04 3 -1 2 .10 3 -9 .07
Le g, Lowe r, Ri ght 8 -1 2 .05 7 -1 0 .04 1 3 -2 2 .10 1 0 -1 6 .07
Chapter 2: Body

Le g, Uppe r, Le ft 1 3 -2 2 .10 1 1 -1 8 .08 2 3 -3 2 .10 1 7 -2 3 .07

Le g, Uppe r, Ri ght 2 3 -3 2 .10 1 9 -2 6 .08 3 3 -4 2 .10 2 4 -3 0 .07
Groi n 33 .01 27 .01 43 .01 31 .01
Torso, Lowe r 3 4 -4 7 .19 2 8 -4 8 .21 4 4 -5 6 .13 3 2 -6 4 .33
Torso, Uppe r 4 8 -7 6 .29 4 9 -7 0 .22 5 7 -7 0 .14 6 5 -7 4 .10
Ha nd, Le ft 77 .01 71 .01 71 .01 75 .01
Ha nd, Ri ght 78 .01 72 .01 72 .01 76 .01
Ar m, Lowe r, Le ft 7 9 -8 1 .03 7 3 -7 6 .04 7 3 -7 7 .05 7 7 -8 0 .04
Ar m, Lowe r, Ri ght 8 2 -8 4 .03 7 7 -8 0 .04 7 8 -8 2 .05 8 1 -8 4 .04
Ar m, Uppe r, Le ft 8 5 -8 8 .04 8 1 -8 6 .06 8 3 -8 7 .05 8 5 -8 8 .04
Ar m, Uppe r, Ri ght 8 9 -9 2 .04 8 7 -9 2 .06 8 8 -9 2 .05 8 9 -9 2 .04
Fa c e 9 3 -9 4 .02 9 3 -9 4 .02 9 3 -9 4 .02 9 3 -9 4 .02
He a d 9 5 -1 0 0 .06 9 5 -1 0 0 .06 9 5 -1 0 0 .06 9 5 -1 0 0 .06

Body Part Proportions have been based on an average character for each race. If a character has
bodily features that differ significantly from the proportion listed above, then the player may consult the
Aedile about altering the proportions listed. For example, a character may have a BMI that indicates
obesity, in which case their lower torso should have a higher proportion and other parts of their body
should have a lower proportion. Conversely, a female may have D-cup breasts and a low BMI, indicating
that the upper torso should have a higher proportion while the lower torso should have a lower propor-
tion. Alterations to Body Part Proportions occur solely at the discretion of the Aedile. Features that may
affect Body Part Proportion include: Anakim tail or wings, BMI, Cup Size, Head Circumference, Fist
Circumference, Foot Size, Manhood Length or Circumference, and Strength.

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 Most Attractive/Repulsive Feature Hair Color
Roll 1d100 twice, first for the most at- Roll 1d100 and consult the table below for
tractive feature of your character, then for the most the appropriate race:
repulsive feature. If the most repulsive feature is
identical to the most attractive feature, then reroll. Hair Color for A nakim , Hum ans , Kobolds ,
Otherwise, the player and Aedile must consult each an d O g r e s *
other in contradictory cases, such as when a charac- R o ll Hair Color
0 1 -0 5 Al bi no Bl onde
ter has a high Facial Charisma, yet their face is their
0 6 -1 5 Bl onde
most repulsive feature. 1 6 -2 5 Di rty Bl onde
2 6 -3 0 Re d
3 1 -4 0 Auburn
Roll Fe ature Modifie rs 4 1 -6 5 Li ght Brown
0 1 -1 5 Ha i r +/- 1 d1 0 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
6 6 -8 5 Br une tte
1 6 -2 5 Eyes +/- 1 d1 0 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
8 6 -1 0 0 Bl a c k
2 6 -3 0 Li ps +/- 1 d1 0 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
3 1 -3 5 Voi c e +/- 1 d1 0 Voc a l Cha ri sma
3 6 -5 0 Fa c e +/- 1 d1 0 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma * Gruagach ogres color their hair blonde.
+/- 1 d1 0 Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss
5 1 -5 5 Crotc h Hair Color for Bugbe ars , D war ve s , D ark
Ma l e s: +/- (1 d1 0 )% Ma nhood
+/- 1 d1 0 Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss Elve s , and Trolls
5 6 -6 5 Che st
Fe ma l e s: +/- 1 d1 0 Cup Si ze Roll Hair Color
6 6 -7 5 Wa i st +/- 1 d1 0 Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss 0 1 -0 5 Re d
7 6 -8 5 Rump +/- 1 d1 0 Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss 0 6 -1 5 Auburn

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8 6 -9 0 Le gs +/- 1 d1 0 Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss 1 6 -4 0 Li ght Brown
9 1 -9 5 Ha nds/Fe e t +/- 1 d1 0 Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss 4 1 -8 5 Br une tte
9 6 -1 0 0 Ma nne ri sms +/- 1 d1 0 Ki ne ti c Cha ri sma 8 6 -1 0 0 Bl a c k

Hair Color for Light Elve s

Skin Color Roll Hair Color
The color of a character’s skin may range 0 1 -0 5 Di rty Bl onde
from deathly pale to black. Certain races have modi- 0 6 -1 5 Bl onde
fiers. Consider the following racial modifiers: 1 6 -4 0 Gol de n-bl onde
4 1 -8 5 Gol de n
8 6 -1 0 0 Whi te
Rac e Modifie r
Ana k i m - 20
Bugbe a r fur
Dwa rf, Bl a c k bl a c k
Dwa rf, Whi te - 50
Hair Length
E l f, Da rk bl a c k Roll 1d100 and consult the following table:
E l f, Li ght - 80
Kobol d si l v e ry whi te Roll Hair Le ngth*
O gre + 30 0 1 -1 0 <4 ” or ne c k l e ngth
O gre , Gr ua ga c h da rk brown 1 1 -2 9 4 -8 ” or shoul de r l e ngth
Trol l gre e ni sh 3 0 -5 0 9 -1 6 ” or uppe r ba c k
5 1 -8 0 1 7 -2 2 ” or mi ddl e of the ba c k
Now, roll 1d100 and determine skin color: 8 1 -9 7 2 3 -3 0 ” or l owe r ba c k
9 8 -9 9 3 1 -3 8 ” or r ump-l e ngth
Roll Skin Color 100 3 9 -5 0 ” or thi gh l e ngth
<0 6 De a thl y Pa l e (ma ny thi nk the y a re unde a d)
0 6 -1 5 Pa l e (obv i ousl y, the y ra re l y go outdoors) *Bugbears roll 1d6 to determine the length of their
1 6 -3 5 Li ght or fa i r fur, considering it in inches.
3 6 -6 0 Me di um
>6 0 Ta n (the sk i n of a l a bore r)

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 Hair, Thickness and Type
To determine hair thickness and type, roll 1d100, consider possible gender and racial modifiers,
and consult the following table:

Roll Hair Thic kne s s and Ty pe Fac ial Charis m a Modifie r O the r Modifie rs
0 1 -0 2 Thi n, ba l di ng, a nd fri zzy - 4 d2 0 Ge nde r Modifie r
0 3 -0 4 Thi n, ba l di ng, a nd c url y - 3 d2 0 Ma l e -
0 5 -0 6 Thi n, ba l di ng, a nd stra i ght - 2 d2 0 Fe ma l e +8
0 7 -0 8 Thi n, ba l di ng, a nd wa v y - 1 d2 0 Rac e Modifie r
0 9 -1 1 Thi n a nd fri zzy - 1 d1 2 Ana k i m -
1 2 -1 4 Thi n a nd c url y - 1 d1 0 Bugbe a r + 10
1 5 -2 2 Thi n a nd stra i ght - 1 d8 Dwa rf + 10
2 3 -2 6 Thi n a nd wa v y - 1 d6 Elf -
2 7 -3 2 Thi c k , k i nk y, a nd oi l y - 2 d1 0 Huma n -
3 3 -3 5 Thi c k a nd k i nk y - 1 d1 0 Kobol d + 10
3 6 -4 2 Thi c k , c url y, a nd oi l y - 1 d8 O gre + 10
4 3 -5 0 Thi c k , wa v y, a nd oi l y - 1 d6 Trol l + 30
5 1 -5 5 Thi c k , stra i ght, a nd oi l y - 1 d4 A ge Modifie r
5 6 -6 0 Me di um thi c k ne ss, c url y, a nd oi l y + 1 d6 Infa nt - 74
6 1 -6 5 Me di um thi c k ne ss, wa v y, a nd oi l y + 1 d8
6 6 -7 0 Me di um thi c k ne ss, stra i ght, a nd oi l y + 1 d1 0
7 1 -7 5 Thi c k a nd c url y + 1 d8
7 6 -8 0 Thi c k a nd stra i ght + 1 d1 0
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8 1 -8 5 Thi c k a nd wa v y + 1 d1 2
8 6 -9 0 Me di um thi c k ne ss a nd c url y + 1 d1 0
9 1 -9 5 Me di um thi c k ne ss a nd stra i ght + 1 d1 2
9 6 -1 0 0 Me di um thi c k ne ss a nd wa v y + 1 d2 0

Eye Color
Roll A nakim Bugbe ar D warf Elf ( D /L) Hum an Kobold O gre Troll
0 1 -0 5 Bl a c k Brown Gra y Bl a c k /Bl ue Bl a c k Brown Dk . Brown Bl a c k
0 6 -7 0 Brown Brown Gra y Bl k . /Bl ue Brown Brown Brown Brown
7 1 -8 0 Re ddi sh-brown Dk . Brown Lt. Brown Bl k . /Bl ue Bl ue -gra y Gra y Dk . Gra y Bl oody -brown
8 1 -9 9 Gra y Dk . Brown Lt. Brown Bl k . /Bl u-Gn. Bl u e Bl ue -gra y Gra y Huma n bl ood
100 Bl ue -gra y Bl a c k Dk . Brown Bl k . /Gre e n Gre e n Bl u e Bl a c k Bri ght re d

Breadth
Breadth is a measure of reach. Though races vary, human armspan usually equals height. Differ-
ent from armspan, Breadth is the length of 1 arm and half the width of an upper torso of a character.
Breadth affects reach with weapon Size (see Chap. 9: Equipment) and Initiative (see Chap. 10: Combat).

Bre adth
Rac e Bre adth
Al l othe rs 50% of he i ght i n i nc he s
Dwa rf 60% of he i ght i n i nc he s
O gre 45% of he i ght i n i nc he s
Trol l , Borby ti nga rna 60% of he i ght i n i nc he s

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 Vision
Vision is a character’s sense of seeing. Of the 5 senses, Vision is the only humanoid sense that
cannot be improved with practice; although a character may become more skillful with their sight (see
Chap. 8: Skills), their Vision does not improve. Of the 5 senses, all humanoids depend on Vision.
The table below describes the accuracy of a character’s Vision. Undesirable Vision is either near-
sightedness or far-sightedness. Near-sightedness means that a character can see normally when objects
are near, though distant objects are blurry. Far-sightedness means that a character can see normally when
objects are distant, but has headaches when objects are near and focused upon for any duration. Spec-
tacles exist, though only ones that correct far-sightedness. Regarding near-sightedness, a character’s Vi-
sion is determined by the distance that they can distinguish between similar heraldic coats of arms. Near-
sighted characters suffer penalties regarding 5 skills: Aim, Hurl, Mounted Archery, Search, and Sight (see
Chap. 8: Skills). Far-sightedness is the distance that a character no longer receives headaches. Characters
who are far-sighted or have perfect natural Vision do not include Vision when calculating skill checks. Roll
1d100 and consult the following table to determine the state of a character’s Vision:
Vis ion
Skill Modifie r to A im ,
Roll Hurl, Mounte d A rc he r y, Condition Im pair m e nt
Se arc h, and Sight
01 - 27 Ne a r-si ghte dne ss Di sti ngui sh si mi l a r he ra l di c c oa ts of a r ms a t 5 fe e t
02 - 24 Ne a r-si ghte dne ss Di sti ngui sh si mi l a r he ra l di c c oa ts of a r ms a t 5 0 fe e t

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0 3 -0 4 - 21 Ne a r-si ghte dne ss Di sti ngui sh si mi l a r he ra l di c c oa ts of a r ms a t 1 0 0 fe e t
0 5 -0 6 - 18 Ne a r-si ghte dne ss Di sti ngui sh si mi l a r he ra l di c c oa ts of a r ms a t 2 0 0 fe e t
0 7 -0 9 - 15 Ne a r-si ghte dne ss Di sti ngui sh si mi l a r he ra l di c c oa ts of a r ms a t 3 0 0 fe e t
1 0 -1 2 - 12 Ne a r-si ghte dne ss Di sti ngui sh si mi l a r he ra l di c c oa ts of a r ms a t 4 0 0 fe e t
1 3 -1 6 -9 Ne a r-si ghte dne ss Di sti ngui sh si mi l a r he ra l di c c oa ts of a r ms a t 5 0 0 fe e t
1 7 -2 0 -6 Ne a r-si ghte dne ss Di sti ngui sh si mi l a r he ra l di c c oa ts of a r ms a t 6 0 0 fe e t
2 1 -2 5 -3 Ne a r-si ghte dne ss Di sti ngui sh si mi l a r he ra l di c c oa ts of a r ms a t 7 0 0 fe e t
2 6 -7 5 - Pe rfe c t na tura l Vi si on Di sti ngui sh si mi l a r he ra l di c c oa ts of a r ms a t 7 5 0 fe e t
7 6 -8 0 - Fa r-si ghte dne ss He a da c he for foc usi ng on a n obj e c t wi thi n 1 foot
8 1 -8 4 - Fa r-si ghte dne ss He a da c he for foc usi ng on a n obj e c t wi thi n 3 fe e t
8 5 -8 8 - Fa r-si ghte dne ss He a da c he for foc usi ng on a n obj e c t wi thi n 5 fe e t
8 9 -9 1 - Fa r-si ghte dne ss He a da c he for foc usi ng on a n obj e c t wi thi n 1 0 fe e t
9 2 -9 4 - Fa r-si ghte dne ss He a da c he for foc usi ng on a n obj e c t wi thi n 1 5 fe e t
9 5 -9 6 - Fa r-si ghte dne ss He a da c he for foc usi ng on a n obj e c t wi thi n 2 0 fe e t
9 7 -9 8 - Fa r-si ghte dne ss He a da c he for foc usi ng on a n obj e c t wi thi n 2 5 fe e t
99 - Fa r-si ghte dne ss He a da c he for foc usi ng on a n obj e c t wi thi n 5 0 fe e t
100 - Fa r-si ghte dne ss He a da c he for foc usi ng on a n obj e c t wi thi n 1 0 0 fe e t
With perfect natural Vision and daylight, masses of troops can be recognized at 5,100 feet, infan-
try can be distinguished from cavalry at 3,900 feet, individual humans may be seen at 3,000 feet, heads and
crossbelts can be distinguished at 2,100 feet, uniforms and reflections from weapons may be seen at 1,500
feet, and uniforms may be recognized at 750 feet. This visual range diminishes proportionately with less
light. For example, if the Aedile declares that current conditions offer 50% daylight, then a character
named Brice may recognize uniforms at 375, not 750, feet. The modifier for light is considered separately
from the quality of Vision. For instance, Brice is near-sighted, and can distinguish coats of arms at 400
feet instead of 750. For Brice, 50% daylight does not diminish his range of recognizing uniforms, which
is still at 375 feet, not 200 feet (50% of 400).
All dwarves, kobolds, and subterranean trolls are color-blind, have reflective eyes, and Low-Light
Vision (LLV). Their visual range is 100% in light equal to a full-moon, 75% in starlight without moonlight
or during twilight, 25% in darkness, and is 0% (fully blinded) during daylight.

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 Facial Features
Physiognomy is a methodical attempt to correlate facial features with presumed characteristics.
The first formal treatise on physiognomy originated with humans, though most other humanoids enjoy it
as well. Many characters believe that a character’s outward form, especially a facial feature, is indicative of
their inner form, such as Intelligence (see Chap. 3: Abilities), Disposition (see Chap. 4: Disposition), or Tem-
perament (see Chap. 5: Temperament). While the correlations vary with the physiognomist as well as race
and culture, the following table provides popular observations. Roll 1d100 and consult the following table.
Reroll nonsensical results:

Roll Fac ial Fe ature Pre s um e d Charac te ris tic / Modifie r

0 1 -0 2 E a rs, bi g Dumb / - 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
0 3 -0 4 E a rs, hi gh or a bov e e y e brow Hi gh me nta l c a pa c i ty / + 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
0 5 -0 6 E a rs, l ow or be l ow e y e -l e v e l Low me nta l c a pa c i ty / - 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
07 E y e brows, bl a de Bra v e , ri ghte ous, a ma gne t for a tta c k s
08 E y e brows, we i ghi ng down the e y e s Prone to ma ni pul a ti on, e a si l y c ontrol l e d
09 E y e brows, de nse wi th c url e d up ta i l Cha nge a bl e , doe s not k now l i mi ts, bra v e
10 E y e brows, di sti nc t + promi ne nt a rc h E moti ona l l y i nde c i si v e , gutsy, sma rt
11 E y e brows, downwa rd sl opi ng O pportuni sti c , se l fi sh, de ba uc he d
1 2 -1 3 E y e brows, fe a the r or upwa rd sl opi ng O pportuni sti c , shi fty, i l l -i nte nti one d
14 E y e brows, he mi sphe ri c a l O v e rl y e moti ona l , e xtra v a ga nt, k i nd-he a rte d
15 E y e brows, short a nd bl unt O pportuni sti c , i mpa ti e nt, he a rtl e ss / - 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha r.
1 6 -1 8 E y e brows, the y r un toge the r Dumb a nd a ni ma l i sti c / - 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
1 9 -2 0 E y e l a she s, l ong Proud, v a i ngl ori ous, a uda c i ous / + 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
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21 E y e , l a zy Stupi d a nd a nnoy i ng / - 1 d1 0 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma

22 E y e s, de e p se t wi th we l l -de fi ne d i ri se s Di pl oma ti c , unde rsta ndi ng, a nd orde rl y
23 E y e s, downwa rd sl opi ng Irre sponsi bl e , phl a nde re rs
24 E y e s, hoode d a nd downnsl opi ng l i d Ha rshl y re a l i sti c , not one to re turn fa v ors
2 5 -2 6 E y e s, l a rge (frog-e y e s) Unsta bl e , l uxuri ous / - 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
2 7 -2 9 E y e s, re c e sse d or de e p Cra fty
La c k s di sc i pl i ne , ne e ds to wi n, a c ti v e , good obse r v e r /
3 0 -3 1 E y e s, sma l l
- 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
Ruthl e ss, c ra fty, c ol d, hi ghl y str ung, a pl otte r /
32 E y e s, sma l l i ri se s surrounde d by whi te
- 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
Ta rge t for bul l y i ng, we a k c ha ra c te r /
33 E y e s, surrounde d by ba gs a nd ri ngs
- 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
3 4 -3 5 E y e s, ti re d Sl oppy, i l l ogi c a l , domi na te d / - 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
3 6 -3 7 Fore he a d, l a rge Ira sc i bl e , c r ue l / - 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
3 8 -4 0 Ha i r, fa c i a l , e xc e ssi v e Br uta l a nd ov e rbe a ri ng / - 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma i f fe ma l e
Ma sc ul i ni ty / + 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma i f ma l e ,
4 1 -4 2 Ja wbone , a c c e ntua te d
- 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma i f fe ma l e
Fe mi ni ti y / - 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma i f ma l e ,
4 3 -4 4 Ja wbone , di mi ni she d
+ 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma i f ma l e
4 5 -4 6 Mol e , a bov e mouth Fi na nc i a l l y sta bl e
47 Mol e , brow Bi g he a rt, tol e ra nt, pl e a sa nt
4 8 -5 1 Mol e , c he e k bone s Li k e l y to e nd up v i c ti ms (dumpe e s) of l ov e tri a ngl e s
52 Mol e , e a r Nobl e , one who re pa y s fa v ors, good fri e nd
53 Mol e , l i p Inte sti na l probl e ms
5 4 -5 5 Mol e , na sa l Prone to fi na nc i a l l osse s, c hroni c me di c a ti on re l i a nc e
5 6 -5 8 Mol e , off the si de of the e y e Prone to l ov e tri a ngl e s
59 Mol e , sol e of foot Pote nti a l l e a de rshi p
6 0 -6 2 Mol e , throa t Prone to i nte sti na l probl e ms
6 3 -6 5 Mouth, bi g l i ps Da ri ng, re c k l e ss, l e wd, a nd untr uthful , - 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha r.
Ha rd to pl e a se , ta ntr um-throwe r, i rra ti ona l /
6 6 -6 7 Mouth, c rook e d, une v e n l i ps
- 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
6 8 -6 9 Mouth, downwa rd sl opi ng Unre a sona bl e , bl a me rs, sc ore k e e pe rs

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He a l thy, good fa mi l y fortune , a nd c ha ri sma ti c /
7 0 -7 1 Mouth, ful l l i ps
+ 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
E goti sti c , shows gre a te r c onc e rn for se l f /
7 2 -7 4 Mouth, protr udi ng uppe r l i p
- 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
Al tr ui sti c , shows gre a te r c onc e rn for othe rs /
7 5 -7 7 Mouth, protr udi ng l owe r l i p
- 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
78 Mouth, re c ta ngul a r l i ps We a l thy, of uppe r c l a ss stoc k , a ri stoc ra ti c
Se l fi sh, i nc onsi de ra te of othe rs’ fe e l i ngs /
7 9 -8 0 Mouth, thi n uppe r l i p
- 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
8 1 -8 2 Mouth, upwa rd sl opi ng Strong-wi l l e d, te nde nc y to ri se i n soc i e ty
8 3 -8 5 Nose , bi g We a k a nd c uri ous / - 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
8 6 -8 8 Nose , bi g nostri l s Wa ste r of mone y, ge ne rous
8 8 -9 0 Nose , bony Low i nte l l i ge nc e , good he a l th
Attra c ts troubl e , c ov e tous, bra v e , gutsy /
9 1 -9 2 Nose , broa d
- 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
93 Nose , bul bous e nd Inse nsi ti v e , swi ni sh / - 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
94 Nose , l a rge a nd rounde d Ma gna ni mous / - 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
95 Nose , sl e nde r a nd hook e d E a gl e -l i k e / - 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
96 Nose , sma l l nostri l s Sti ng y sc ore k e e pe rs, good sa v e rs
97 Nose , sha rp-ti ppe d Ira sc i bl e , those e a si l y prov ok e d / - 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
9 8 -1 0 0 Te e th, y e l l owe d or unk e mpt Cr ue l / - 1 d4 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma

Freak of Nature

Chapter 2: Body
Roll 1d1000000 (6 dice that are 10-sided) to see if something about a character is a freak of nature.
If the results equal 000001, then the character is a freak of nature who has survived; most freaks of nature
are killed when their deformity is discovered at birth. Any character who is a freak may be killed if others
discover their deformity, depending on the culture. Most consider a deformity to be punishment by the
gods, and fear that letting a freak live will bring vengeance of the gods. Others, such as bugbears and
kobolds, consider deformity to be weakness and bad for their race, so all freaks must die. The player of a
freak must roll 1d100, and consult the table below:

Fre ak of N ature
Roll N am e Modifie r
0 1 -2 0 Funne l Che st (Pe c tus E xc a v a tum) - (1 d1 0 )% Stre ngth, - 1 d1 0 Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss
2 1 -4 0 He r ma phrodi te No Ge nde r Modi fi e rs, - 1 d1 0 Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss
4 1 -6 0 Pi ge on Che st (Pe c tus Ca ri na tum) - (1 d1 0 )% Stre ngth
6 1 -8 0 Pol y da c ty l y + 1 d1 0 Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on for fi nge r onl y
8 1 -1 0 0 Supe rnume ra ry Ni ppl e - 1 d1 0 Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss

Funnel Chest: The character has a large de- Polydactyly: Roll 1d100. The character has
pression in their chest, which is caused by excessive either an extra finger (01-50) or toe (51-100). Roll
rib growth that forces the sternum back. It looks as 1d100 to determine whether the left (01-50) or right
though the character is heartless. (51-100) appendage. This extra digit is smaller than
Hermaphrodite: The character has both the normal digits. Consult the Aedile to determine
male and female genitalia. where it grows from exactly. Hand-Eye Coordina-
Pigeon Chest: The character has a chest tion is only enhanced if it is an extra finger.
that is bowed due to excessive rib growth that forces Supernumerary Nipple: The character has
the sternum forward. an extra nipple that does not function. This nipple
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Below are optional measures of the body. These are provided so that the sexual dimension of
role-playing may be included at the Aedile’s discretion.

Areola Diameter
The areola, the skin immediately surrounding the nipple, may vary in diameter and according to
race, gender, and age. A roll of 86-95 causes - 1d4 Bodily Attractiveness, while 96-100 causes - 1d6. Roll
below to determine the diameter of the character’s areolae, - 15 if male, - 30 if Infant or Child:

Roll A nakim Bugbe ar D warf Elf Hu m an Kobold O gre Troll

<2 6 2” 1” ½” ½” 1” ½” 4” 2”
2 6 -6 5 3” 2” 1” 1” 1 ½” 1” 5” 3”
6 6 -8 5 4” 3” 1” 1” 2” 1 ½” 6” 4”
8 6 -9 5 6” 4” 1 ½” 1 ½” 3” 2” 7” 5”
9 6 -1 0 0 8” 5” 2” 2” 4” 3” 8” 6”

Areola Hue
Chapter 2: Body

Roll Hu e Bodily A ttrac tive ne s s Modifie r (Fe m ale O nly )

0 1 -1 0 Di ffi c ul t to i de nti fy - 1 d6
1 1 -5 0 Li ght -
5 1 -8 5 Me di um + 1 d4
8 6 -1 0 0 Da rk - 1 d4

Cup Size
1
Though cup sizes are human expressions, the Cup Size herein is considered relative to each race.

Cup Siz e Modifie rs

Age , Infa nt or Chi l d - 75
Age , Pube rty -5
Fa t + 25
Pre gna nt + 25
Sk i nny - 25

Roll Cup Siz e Bodily A ttrac tive ne s s Modifie r

<1 1 AA - 2 d1 0
1 1 -2 5 A - 1 d1 0
2 6 -7 0 B -
7 1 -9 2 C + 1 d1 0
9 3 -9 9 D + 2 d1 0
100 >D -

1. A scholarly study on female human bust size indicates that both males and females prefer a female with a medium bust
size (Kleine & Staneski, 1980). For more information, see the References section at the end of this book.

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 Nipple Length
A nipple that is flaccid may have no length whatsoever, and may be inverted. First, roll 1d100 to
see if a character’s nipples are inverted. If the result exceeds 01, then both nipples are normal. If the
result is 01, then roll 1d100 again, to see if both nipples are inverted: (01-80 - both, 81-90 left only, 91-100
right only). The following table yields the maximum erect nipple length. Roll 1d100, and - 15 if male, - 50
if Infant or Child. A Bodily Attractiveness modifier applies only to female characters.
Roll A nakim Bugbe ar D warf Elf Hum an Kobold O gre Troll B.A . Mod.
0 1 -6 5 ½” ½” ¼” ¼” ¼” ¼” 1” ½” - 1 d4
6 6 -8 0 1” ¾” ¼” ¼” ½” ½” 2” 1” -
8 1 -9 7 1 ½” 1” ½” ½” ¾” ¾” 3” 1 ½” + 1 d4
9 8 -9 9 2” 1 ½” ½” ½” 1” 1” 4” 2” - 1 d6
100 3” 2” ¾” ¾” 1 ¼” 1 ¼” 5” 3” - 1 d6

Vaginal Circumference Potential

Should any vagina be stretched beyond the limit as determined by the table below, which differs
from woman to woman, the orifice will rip to accommodate the incoming object. First, consider all
relevant modifiers, then roll 1d100 and proceed to the following tables:

Modifie rs for Vaginal Circ um fe re nc e Pote ntial

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Age , Infa nt - 95
Age , Chi l d - 85
Age , Pube rty - 25
Age , Mi ddl e Age + 10
Age , O l d Age +5
Age , Ve ne ra bl e +5
Mothe r + 6 to + 2 6 (1 d2 0 + 5 )
Ny mphoma ni a c + 1 1 to + 3 0 (1 d2 0 + 1 0 )
Sl ut + 1 to + 2 0 (1 d2 0 i f unsure )

Equivale nt from A nakim , Bugbe ar, D warf, Elf, Hum an, O gre
Roll
Sam e Spe c ie s (Inc heasnCdircTurmofellre nc e ) (Inc haensdCiK obold
rc um fe re nc e )
(Inc he s Circ um fe re nc e )

<0 6 two fi nge rs 5 -6 ” 3 -4 ” 6 -7 ”

0 6 -1 5 thre e fi nge rs 6 -7 ” 4 -5 ” 7 -9 ”
1 7 -5 0 nor ma l ma nhood 7 -9 ” 5 -6 ” 9 -1 2 ”
5 1 -8 5 thi c k ma nhood 9 -1 2 ” 6 -8 ” 1 2 -1 5 ”
8 6 -9 5 woma n’ s fi st 1 2 -1 5 ” 8 -1 0 ” 1 5 -2 0 ”
>9 5 ma n’ s fi st 1 5 -2 0 ” 1 0 -1 5 ” 2 1 -3 0 ”

Vaginal Depth Potential

No object may be fully inserted into a vagina if it is longer than the female’s Vaginal Depth
Potential. In such extreme situations, internal damage may occur, though this is best left to the Aedile. A
female’s Vaginal Depth Potential equals her height in feet converted to inches (such as a female of 5’ 6”
becoming equivalent to 5 1/2”), and then (2d20)% is added.

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 Tongue Size
Instead of measuring the length of the entire tongue, this feature lists only the length of the
tongue1 that may be extended outside the mouth of a character. Roll 1d100 and consult the following
table, but include - 80 for Infant or - 60 for Child:

A nakim , Bugbe ar, D warf, Elf, Hum an,

Roll Exam ple O gre
and Troll and Kobold (Inc he s Le ngth)
(Inc he s Le ngth) (Inc he s Le ngth)
0 1 -1 0 Ti ny tongue 1” 1 /2 ” 3”
1 1 -2 0 Sma l l tongue 2” 1” 4”
2 1 -6 0 Nor ma l si ze tongue 3” 2” 5”
6 1 -9 0 Ti p ma y touc h ti p of nose 4” 2 1 /2 ” 6”
9 1 -9 8 Ti p ma y touc h c hi n 5” 3” 7”
9 9 -1 0 0 Ti p re a c he s top of nose 6” 4” 8”

Anal Circumference Potential

Should any anus be stretched beyond the limit as determined by the table below, which differs
from anus to anus, the orifice will rip to accommodate the incoming object. First, consider all relevant
modifiers, then roll 1d100 and proceed to the following tables:

Modifie rs for A nal Circ um fe re nc e Pote ntial

Age , Infa nt - 90
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Age , Chi l d - 80
Age , Pube rty - 25
Age , Mi ddl e Age + 10
Age , O l d Age +5
Age , Ve ne ra bl e +5
Ma l e +5
Ny mphoma ni a c /Sa ty roma ni a c + 1 1 to + 3 0 (1 d2 0 + 1 0 )
Ac c ustome d to a na l se x + 1 to + 2 0 (1 d2 0 i f unsure )

Equivale nt from A nakim , Bugbe ar, D warf, Elf, Hum an, O gre
Roll
Sam e Spe c ie s (Inc heasnCdircTurmofellre nc e ) (Inc haensdCiK obold
rc um fe re nc e )
(Inc he s Circ um fe re nc e )

<1 1 two fi nge rs 5 -6 ” 3 -4 ” 6 -7 ”

1 1 -2 0 thre e fi nge rs 6 -7 ” 4 -5 ” 7 -9 ”
2 1 -6 0 nor ma l ma nhood 7 -9 ” 5 -6 ” 9 -1 2 ”
6 1 -9 0 thi c k ma nhood 9 -1 2 ” 6 -8 ” 1 2 -1 5 ”
9 1 -9 8 woma n’ s fi st 1 2 -1 5 ” 8 -1 0 ” 1 5 -2 0 ”
>9 8 ma n’ s fi st 1 5 -2 0 ” 1 0 -1 5 ” 2 1 -3 0 ”

Anal Depth Potential

No object may be fully inserted into an anus if it is longer than the character’s Anal Depth
Potential. In such extreme situations, internal damage may occur, though this is best left to the Aedile. A
character’s Anal Depth Potential equals their height in feet converted to inches (such as a female of 5’ 6”
becoming equivalent to 5 1/2”), and then (3d20)% is added.

1. According to the Guiness Book of World Records, Stephen Taylor has the longest tongue, which measured 3.7 inches
outside of his mouth on May 29, 2002. For more information, see the References section at the end of this book.

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 Ripped Orifice Menstruation
Should a vagina or anus stretch to accom- Menstruation is periodic vaginal discharge
modate the entry of an object that exceeds the Vagi- and occurs in all races available to players, as well as
nal or Anal Circumference Potential, damage may most mammals. Menstruation accompanies a
result to the individual due to a Ripped Orifice. A woman’s childbearing years, usually beginning in
vagina or anus that is stretched to twice its limit re- puberty and most often ceasing during middle age.
sults in the necessity of a Health check at TH 20. If A common belief regarding menstruation is that it
this check fails, then death occurs. If successful for is punishment from the gods for being female. If
a female character, then the skin between the vagina pregnancy does not occur, smelly blood may flow
and anus rips and the 2 orifices effectively become from the lining of the uterus, seeping out of the
1. If successful for a male character, then the skin vagina. The (1d6 + 2) days that menstruation lasts
rips into the scrotum. Damage is a percent of LP is called the menstrual period, though colloquially it
equal to the extent of ripping. is known as the rag, since women secure rags on
their crotch to catch the blood and prevent it from
Hymen Resistance running down their legs. In most women, the men-
A hymen is a membrane that, when broken, strual cycle is about 28 days, but it can vary consid-
is used to indicate that a woman is no longer a vir- erably, even from 1 month to another. A missed
gin. Each player of a female character may, at their period is often the first indicaton of pregnancy.
option, determine the Hymen Resistance of the Many (50%) women experience premen-
character by rolling 5d20. A 100 means she was strual discomfort, namely tender breasts and a ten-
dency to retain fluid known as bloating (1d8 - 1)

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born without a hymen. Every time a male inserts
his Manhood into a female with an intact hymen, days prior to menstruation. Some (40%) women
he must roll 1d100 to see if it breaks, and it may experience 1d6 of the following symptoms: 1) head-
only break once. He must divide Manhood Circum- aches, 2) irritability, 3) nervousness, 4) fatigue, 5)
ference by Vaginal Circumference Potential and crying spells, and 6) depression with no apparent
multiply the quotient by 100. Apply this modifier cause. A few women (10%) also experience men-
to the roll. If the result exceeds her Hymen Resis- strual cramps during the first day or 2 of the period.
tance, then it was broken. If it breaks, then blood If they experience irritability, then the choleric part
seeps from her vagina. Common folk consider an of their temperament may increase by 1d100 dur-
unbroken hymen indicative of virginity, though she ing menstruation. If they experience depression,
may either have a high Hymen Resistance or never then the melancholic part of their temperament may
have accommodated sufficient Manhood. increase by 1d100 during menstruation.

Pregnancy Likelihood Infant Mortality Rate

At best, a fertile woman has less than a 1% An infant mortality rate is the probability
chance of becoming pregnant by a fertile man with of death in the first year of life.
a high sperm count per completed intercourse1.
Rac e O dds of D e ath pe r Infant
First, the male must make a Sperm Count (or load Ana k i m 25%
size) check by rolling 1d100. Average loads contain Bugbe a r 5%
200 million sperm. If he rolls 20 or less (80 million Dwa rf 2%
sperm or less), then his Sperm Count was insuffi- E l f 1%
Huma n 10%
cient for impregnation. Every ejaculation within a K obol d 15%
24-hour period incurs cumulative penalties of - 30 O gre 1%
to Sperm Count checks. Next, if he had a sufficient Tr o l l 2%
Sperm Count, she must roll 1d100. Results greater
than 1% indicate that she was not impregnated.
1. This statistic concerning fertility has been referenced from Microsoft Encarta Encyclopedia 99.

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 Manhood circumference than its length is known as a chode.
The Manhood of a male character is his pe- Most females prefer a Manhood that is thick so she
nis. Most males consider their Manhood to be their feels it, but not thick enough to hurt, and long, but
most treasured possession. Some races value their not long enough to hit the end of her vagina. Some
Manhoods more than others. Anakim, bugbears, females prefer veins, others do not want to see them.
dark elves, humans, and kobolds consider their Some females prefer that the head, or glans, is large
Manhoods more important than other races. Man- and puffy, while others do not care. A phallophiliac,
hood is important for sexual intercourse, because for example, prefers the largest Manhood available.
usually, size matters. 2 measures may be useful: length Below a player may determine the length and cir-
and circumference. cumference of a Manhood. Other details are left to
Different females prefer different sizes and the Aedile.
shapes of Manhoods. A Manhood with a larger Length: The height (or length) of the char-
acter (or creature) in feet is converted directly to
inches (6’ = 6”; 5’ 10” = 5.83”). This is the Base
Manhood Roll Siz e Modifie r1 Length of his Manhood.
1 -6 - 70% Then roll 10d100, divide the sum by 5, and
7 -1 2 - 68% subtract 1 from the total [(10d100 / 5) - 1]. Consult
1 3 -1 8 - 66% the table below:
1 9 -2 4 - 64%
2 5 -3 0 - 62%
The resultant percentage is applied to the
3 1 -3 6 - 59% Base Length of the character’s Manhood, determin-
3 7 -4 2 - 56% ing the actual length. For instance, a Manhood roll
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4 3 -4 8 - 52% of 115 indicates a Size Modifier of + 28%. If the

4 9 -5 4 - 48% character were 6’ tall, then the length of his Man-
5 5 -6 0 - 43%
6 1 -6 6 - 38%
hood would now be 7.68 inches (28% of 6 = 1.68;
6 7 -7 2 - 33% so, 6 + 1.68).
7 3 -7 8 - 27% Note that this is the shortest measurable
7 9 -8 4 - 21% length, taken from the top or belly-button side, not
8 5 -9 0 - 14% the bottom or testicular side, and constitutes all that
9 1 -9 6 - 7%
9 7 -1 0 2 -
a female may take from a missionary position. How-
1 0 3 -1 0 8 + 7% ever, if the female were to mount the Manhood from
1 0 9 -1 1 4 + 16% above while facing her partner and leaning back, she
1 1 5 -1 2 0 + 24% would actually take 1.15 times the Base Length, ac-
1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 33% counting for the remainder. For instance, with a
1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 43%
1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 53%
Base Length of 6 inches, with experimentation, it is
1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 63% possible for the female to enjoy 6.9 inches, depend-
1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 74% ing on the angle.
1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 85% Circumference: The Base Length of the
1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 97% Manhood is now multiplied by 0.85. This is the
1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 109%
1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 121% Base Circumference of the Manhood in question.
1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 134% Finally, roll [(10d100 / 5) - 1], observe the
1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 147% Size Modifier on the table above, and apply this
1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 160% modifier to the Base Circumference to determine
1 9 3 -1 9 9 + 175% the actual circumference.

1. The Manhood Size Modifier was solved with a polynomial using quadratic regression based on what Fatal Games believes
is the smallest to largest possible Manhood relative to height. In the following equation, ‘x’ represents the category of roll (1-
6 = 1, 7-12 = 2, etc.), and ‘y’ = Size Modifier. Here is the equation: y = 0.205078125x2 + 0.68359375x - 70.888671875.

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Rare Features
These features are not usually determined during character creation, unless the player so desires.
These features rarely become necessary components of the game, but are detailed here for the sake of
comprehensiveness.

Foot Size

Chapter 2: Body
To determine the length in inches of a character’s foot, first consider the height of the character.
Consult the height table in the beginning of this chapter. For each inch a character is taller than the
average height for a character of the appropriate gender and race, add 10 to the roll for Foot Size. For
each inch shorter, subtract 10. Roll 1d100 and consult the table below:

A nakim , Bugbe ar, Hu m an an d

Roll D warf and Elf O gre
and Troll (Male /Fe m ale ) Kobold (Male /Fe m ale )
(Male /Fe m ale ) (Male /Fe m ale )
<1 1 1 0 -1 1 ”/9 -1 0 ” 6 -7 ”/6 -7 ” 8 -9 ”/7 -8 ” 1 2 -1 3 ”/1 1 -1 2 ”
1 1 -2 0 1 1 -1 2 ”/1 0 -1 1 ” 6 -7 ”/6 -7 ” 8 -9 ”/7 -8 ” 1 3 -1 4 ”/1 2 -1 3 ”
2 1 -6 0 1 2 -1 3 ”/1 1 -1 2 ” 7 -8 ”/6 -7 ” 9 -1 0 ”/8 -9 ” 1 4 -1 5 ”/1 3 -1 4 ”
6 1 -9 0 1 3 -1 4 ”/1 2 -1 3 ” 7 -8 ”/6 -7 ” 1 1 -1 2 ”/9 -1 0 ” 1 5 -1 6 ”/1 4 -1 5 ”
9 1 -9 8 1 4 -1 5 ”/1 3 -1 4 ” 8 -9 ”/7 -8 ” 1 2 -1 3 ”/1 0 -1 1 ” 1 6 -1 7 ”/1 5 -1 6 ”
>9 8 1 5 -1 6 ”/1 4 -1 5 ” 9 -1 0 ”/8 -9 ” 1 3 -1 4 ”/1 1 -1 2 ” 1 7 -1 8 ”/1 6 -1 7 ”

Fist Circumference
The circumference of a character’s clenched fist is a number of inches equal to the length of the
character’s foot in inches. Foot Size is determined above.

Handedness
To determine whether a character is right- or left-handed, roll 1d100. Ambidexterity is not deter-
mined here, but may be acquired as a skill (see Chap. 8: Skills). Handedness1 refers to which hand the
character uses predominantly. Results are as follows: 01-10 = Left-handed, 11-100 = Right-handed.
1. The odds of being right- or left-handed have been referenced from “Handedness and Eye Dominance: A Meta-Analysis of
Their Relationship,” by Bourassa, McManus, and Bryden. For more information, see the References section at the end of this
book.

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 Head Circumference
The circumference of the head of a character may be relevant when a character finds a helmet or
hat and desires to wear it. Head Circumference is listed in inches. It is impossible for a character to wear
a hat or helmet that is smaller than the character’s Head Circumference. The hat or helmet is comfortable
if it is not larger than 101% of the character’s Head Circumference. It is possible to wear a hat or helmet
if it is between 102% and 103% of the character’s Head Circumference, though the loose fit will be
annoying. If the hat or helmet is larger than this, then it is impractical to wear it.
To determine the Base Head Circumference of an adult, roll 1d100 and consult the following
table:

Bas e He ad Circ um fe re nc e
Roll A nakim Bu g b e ar D warf Elf Hu m an Kobold O gre Troll
0 1 -0 2 24.00 22.00 19.20 19.12 19.20 19.12 26.00 25.00
0 3 -0 5 26.00 23.00 20.40 20.12 20.40 20.12 28.50 27.00
0 6 -3 1 28.00 24.50 21.60 21.12 21.60 21.12 31.00 29.00
3 2 -6 8 30.00 26.00 22.80 22.12 22.80 22.12 33.50 31.00
6 9 -9 4 32.00 27.50 23.90 23.12 23.90 23.12 36.00 33.00
9 5 -9 8 34.00 28.50 25.00 24.12 25.00 24.12 38.50 35.00
9 9 -1 0 0 36.00 30.00 26.10 25.12 26.10 25.12 41.00 37.00

The table above produces male Base Head Circumference. If female, multiply the result by 0.97.
Finally, the base must be modified randomly. Roll 1d100. If 01-50, then the Base Head Circumference
Chapter 2: Body

will be decreased. If 51-100, then the Base Head Circumference will be increased. Roll 1d100, and add or
subtract the result as hundredths of an inch.

1. Head circumference and intelligence are uncorrelated, although intelligence is correlated with brain size. The relationship
between intelligence and brain size occurs in at least 3 studies appearing in scholarly journals. See the References section at the
end of this book for: a) Lynn, R., b) Rushton, J., c) Willerman, L, Schultz, R., Rutledge, J., & Bigler, E.

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 Pregnancy
1
Pregnancy occurs when a sperm of a male
fertilizes an egg of a female. Should a pregnancy be
determined (see earlier in this chapter), then the body
of the female character will experience change. The
pregnant woman will gain 2d4 of the following
symptoms: (1) breast tenderness and swelling, (2)
fatigue, (3) nausea, (4) sensitivity to smell, (5) in-
creased frequency of urination, (6) mood swings,
(7) weight gain [(2d20)% of weight], and (8) cravings
for unusual substances. These symptoms last for
1d20 weeks.
The outcome of a pregnancy is that the fe-
male produces offspring. There is a 15% chance
for each pregnancy to result in miscarriage. If this
is determined, then miscarriage occurs in the (3 +
1d8)th week of pregnancy. In this case, the baby is
born dead.
After 12 weeks of pregnancy, other symp-
toms emerge. Now, the pregnant woman experi-
ences another 2 of 3 symptoms: (1) breasts increase

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1d4 cup sizes, (2) nipples darken, and (3) weight gain
[(2d20)% weight].
If the pregnant woman is middle-aged, then
there is a 30% chance of producing an offspring
who is less than ideal. If a complication occurs,
then roll 1d100 and consult below:

Roll Com plic ation Re s ult

E g g i s fe rti l i ze d i n the fa l l opi a n tube ,
0 1 -1 5
mothe r di e s upon c hi l dbi rth
1 6 -3 0 O ffspri ng l ose s 1 d1 0 0 He a l th
3 1 -4 5 O ffspri ng l ose s 1 d1 0 0 Inte l l i ge nc e
4 6 -6 0 O ffspri ng l ose s 1 d1 0 0 Wi sdom Roll Re s ult
6 1 -7 5 O ffspri ng l ose s 1 d1 0 0 De xte ri ty <0 2 Pre ma ture bi rth by 2 d1 0 we e k s, de a d offspri ng
7 6 -9 0 2 Ra ndom Me nta l Il l ne sse s 0 3 -0 8 Pre ma ture bi rth by 1 d6 we e k s
9 1 -1 0 0 1 Ra ndom Me nta l Il l ne ss >0 8 Nor ma l bi rth dura ti on
The duration of the pregnancy depends on
the race. Roll 1d100 and consult below: Labor may take up to 14 hours. Features of
the offspring may be determined in Chapter 6: Social-
Rac e Ge s tation D uration ity.
Ana k i m 60 we e k s Pregnant females experience a decrease in
Bugbe a r 50 we e k s
Dwa rf 80 we e k s
Bodily Attractiveness equal to 1d20. This decrease
Elf 90 we e k s is in full effect immediately before childbirth, and
Huma n 40 we e k s the effect increases from 0 to the full effect propor-
Kobol d 30 we e k s tionate to the length of the pregnancy. Although in
O gre 70 we e k s
some sense a pregnant female is ‘beautiful’, her
Trol l 60 we e k s
Bodily Attractiveness is affected negatively.

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 Allergies, Intoxication, and 3. Mammals: Characters allergic to mam-
mals sneeze vehemently within 1d20 feet of them
Disease due to dander. However, 90% of characters who
are allergic to mammals are allergic only to 1 species
Allergies of animal. The player and Aedile must determine
If a character’s Health sub-ability is not high this together; a list of creatures is available in Neveria.
enough, then the character has at least 1 allergy (see 4. Dust: Characters allergic to house dust
Chap. 3: Abilities). Allergies are exaggerated and sneeze vehemently in the presence of it, usually pre-
sometimes harmful reactions to external substances. ferring to be outdoors.
Allergic symptoms may include itching, sneezing, a 5. Eggs: When eaten, eggs make a charac-
stuffy nose, watery eyes, inflammation of the air- ter with this allergy extremely sick to their stomach.
ways in the lungs and wheezing, and even allergic This allergy is discovered usually in childhood and is
shock and death in rare situations. At any given 75% likely to disappear by puberty.
time, roughly 20% of the population is susceptible 6. Hay fever: This is a reaction to pollen,
to at least 1 allergy. To randomly determine an al- characterized by violent sneezing, a release of wa-
lergy, roll 1d8: tery fluids, and itching. When pollen affects the eyes,
they become red, itchy, and watery.
1. Asthma: For no apparent reason, char- 7. Milk: When consumed, milk makes a
acters with this allergy will periodically experience character with this allergy extremely sick to their
difficulty breathing. During an asthma attack, a char- stomach. This allergy is discovered usually in child-
acter suffers - 50% to their Strength sub-ability. hood and is 75% likely to disappear by puberty.
Chapter 2: Body

2. Bee stings: Some characters break-out 8. Wasp stings: Some characters break-out
in hives or welts on the skin, itching all over the in hives or welts on the skin, itching all over the
body when stung by a bee. body when stung by a wasp.

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Intoxication
Below are 3 main forms of intoxication and their effects on the body. Finally, diseases are pre-
sented.

Intoxication by Alcohol
When a character is drinking, consider the character’s weight and consult the table below:
Be e r A le Wine M e ad
We ight
B I V B I V B I V B I V
4 1 -5 0 - 1 2 - - 1 - - 1 - - 1
5 1 -6 0 - 1 2 - 1 2 - - 1 - - 1
6 1 -7 0 - 1 2 - 1 2 - - 1 - - 1
7 1 -8 0 1 2 3 - 1 2 - 1 2 - - 1
8 1 -9 0 1 2 3 - 1 2 - 1 2 - - 1
9 1 -1 0 0 1 3 4 1 2 3 - 1 2 - 1 2
1 0 1 -1 1 0 2 3 4 1 2 3 - 1 2 - 1 2
1 1 1 -1 2 0 2 4 5 1 2 3 1 2 3 - 1 2
1 2 1 -1 3 0 2 4 5 2 3 4 1 2 3 - 1 2
1 3 1 -1 4 0 2 4 6 2 3 4 1 2 3 1 2 3
1 4 1 -1 5 0 2 5 6 2 4 5 2 3 4 1 2 3
1 5 1 -1 6 0 3 5 7 2 4 6 2 3 4 1 2 3

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1 6 1 -1 7 0 3 5 7 3 5 6 2 4 5 2 3 4
1 7 1 -1 8 0 3 5 7 3 5 6 2 4 6 2 3 4
1 8 1 -1 9 0 4 6 8 3 5 7 3 5 6 2 4 5
1 9 1 -2 0 0 4 6 8 3 5 7 3 5 6 2 4 6
2 0 1 -2 1 0 4 6 8 4 5 8 3 5 7 3 5 6
2 1 1 -2 2 0 4 7 10 4 6 8 3 5 7 3 5 6
2 2 1 -2 3 0 5 7 10 4 6 9 4 5 8 3 5 7
2 3 1 -2 4 0 5 7 10 4 7 9 4 6 8 3 5 7
2 4 1 -2 5 0 5 8 12 5 7 9 4 6 9 4 5 8
2 5 1 -2 6 0 5 8 12 5 7 10 4 7 9 4 6 8
2 6 1 -2 7 0 6 8 12 5 7 10 5 7 9 4 6 9
2 7 1 -2 8 0 6 8 12 5 8 10 5 7 10 4 7 9
2 8 1 -2 9 0 6 9 14 6 8 10 5 7 10 5 7 9
2 9 1 -3 0 0 6 9 14 6 8 11 5 8 10 5 7 10
3 0 1 -3 5 0 7 10 16 6 9 12 6 8 10 5 7 10
3 5 1 -4 0 0 8 12 16 6 9 12 6 8 11 5 8 10
4 0 1 -4 5 0 9 14 18 7 11 14 6 9 12 6 8 10
5 0 0 -6 0 0 10 16 20 8 12 16 6 9 12 6 8 11
6 0 1 -7 0 0 12 18 24 10 15 20 7 11 14 6 9 12
7 0 1 -8 0 0 24 36 48 12 18 24 8 12 16 6 9 12
8 0 1 -9 0 0 36 48 72 24 36 48 10 15 20 7 11 14
>9 0 0 48 72 96 36 48 72 12 18 24 8 12 16

NUNC.EST.BIBENDUM

Now we must drink.

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 Beer: Beer is made from distilled wheat and per hour. For instance, a character may drink 1 beer
is lowest in alcohol content. Soon after the initial per hour for twelve hours, totaling twelve beers. Due
discovery of mead as alcohol, beer was discovered. to the slow pace, however, the character effectively
Since beer could be made faster (mead takes a year has only 1 beer in their system at all times, and is
to distill), it quickly became very popular. unlikely even to get a buzz.
Ale: Ale is made from distilled barley and is Regardless, a character must get buzzed be-
the daily staple of most peasants. fore intoxicated, and intoxicated before vomiting.
Wine: The most expensive alcohol, wine is A check must be made on the table below with 3d10
produced from distilled grapes and is preferred by every time a character drinks as much per hour as
the upper classes of humans. indicated by the table on the previous page, though
Mead: The first form of alcohol discovered the modifier from the sub-ability Health for Intoxi-
and drank, mead is made from distilled honey and cation is applied to the TH obtained below. Note
water. Mead is potent alcohol and tastes sweet. that the highest the TH may be adjusted is 24 and
Unfortunately, it is slow to produce, since it must the lowest is 11. If the check is passed, then the
distill for a year. Therefore, it is expensive. character avoids the effects of alcohol, but with ev-
ery drink increased per hour, they must make an-
other check on the table below. Eventually, the drink-
Buzzing: If a character is buzzing from ing character will become buzzed, intoxicated, and
drinking alcohol, then they feel less inhibited, vomit if they drink enough. Just the same, if the
warmer, and are more sociable. Buzzing characters character exceeds 4 times the number of drinks that
suffer a reduction to 95% of Agility, 90% Reaction may make them vomit for their weight as indicated
Chapter 2: Body

Speed, 95% Enunciation, 90% Intuition, and 90% above, they must roll on the table below, modified
Common Sense. for shock from the sub-ability Health, or die from
Intoxication: If a character is intoxicated alcohol poisoning. If they pass, then they only pass
from drinking alcohol, then they feel uninhibited, out for 2d12 hours and remain alive.
dizzy, and are prone to depression. Others within
1d10 feet smell alcohol from the intoxicated char-
acter. Intoxicated characters suffer a reduction to Rac e Male Fe m ale
80% Hand-Eye Coordination, 80% Agility, 75% Re- A na k i m 1 7 20
Bugbe a r 16 18
action Speed, 75% Enunciation, 75% Intuition, and
Dwa rf 16 18
80% Common Sense. Elf 18 21
Vomiting: If a character is vomiting from Huma n 17 20
drinking alcohol, then they are noticeably impaired K o b o l d 1 8 21
and smelly. Vomiting characters suffer a reduction O g re 1 3 1 4
Trol l 14 16
to 70% of Hand-Eye Coordination, 70% Agility,
60% Reaction Speed, 60% Enunciation, 50% Intu-
ition, and 75% Common Sense.
So, if a character named Ornereus weighs
155 lbs. and drinks 3 beers in an hour, Ornereus
Quantities are considered relevant to each must consult the table for a TH (threshold). If
type of alcohol, such as a tankard of either beer or Ornereus rolls higher than the TH, then heth did not
ale and a glass of either wine or mead. The num- get a buzz. However, upon drinking the 4 beer in
bers in this table reflect the popularity and resultant an hour, Ornereus must check again. If he passes
tolerance of alcohol; cloudy ale and rye bread is the his check and avoids the theffects of alcohol again,
staple of most peasants, so someone who does not then upon drinking the 5 beer within an hour, he
drink and have tolerance to alcohol must half these must pass another check, or he will suddenly feel
numbers. This table also reflects a ratio of drinks buzzed. If he drinks another drink within an hour,
he must pass a check or be intoxicated.

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 Intoxication by Marijuana Negative effects, however, may include con-
Marijuana is a plant that grows up to 6 feet fusion, acute panic reactions, anxiety attacks, fear, a
in height and may be smoked or eaten for its hallu- sense of helplessness, and loss of self-control.
cinogenic and pleasuring effects. The psychoactive Chronic users may develop an amotivational atti-
ingredient is concentrated in the flowering tops. tude, characterized by passivity and decreased moti-
While the plant grows throughout temperate regions, vation.
the more potent varieties grow in dry, hot uplands. Like alcohol intoxication, marijuana intoxi-
Marijuana has no physical dependence or withdrawal cation impairs judgment, comprehension, memory,
symptoms, though psychological dependence may speech, problem-solving ability, and reaction time
develop with prolonged use. (see below). Unlike alcohol, however, there is no
Of all the humanoid races available to a correlation between intoxication and weight; a char-
player, only humans ingest or smoke marijuana. acter who uses marijuana will not become more or
Even with humans, marijuana is unpopular because less intoxicated depending on their weight. How-
few are familiar with its effects. Of all the occupa- ever, a character who uses marijuana is likely to weigh
tions, priests use marijuana the most, usually as part more if food is available, because appetite is usually
of a religious ceremony. increased during intoxication.
After 1-2 minutes, initial stimulation and Regarding the table for euphoria below, each
euphoria occur, which depending on the amount inhalation increases the degree of euphoria. Even
used, may last as long as 2 hours. Afterward, tran- if inhalation does not occur, euphoria may occur
quility and sedation occur. For many users, the eu- due to breathing in second-hand smoke. Assuming
phoria increases the desire to eat. By large num- this occurs in an enclosure of some sort such as a

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bers, females tend to become more sexually aroused, room, 10 inhalations by others translates to the
while males may desire sex less. During euphoria, equivalent of 1 inhalation by the character absorb-
bodily fluids dry up, especially in the mouth and other ing it second-hand. Refer to the table below to de-
orifices, which may make sex more difficult for a termine the Euphoria Factor (EF).
female. The stage of euphoria may be character- Regarding the table below, the EF needs to
ized by mood changes and altered perceptions of be modified according to the quality of the mari-
time, space, and one’s bodily dimensions. Cognitive juana. The quality ranges from putrid crap that will
processes become disrupted by fragmentary ideas only give you a headache (Q = 0.1) to normal (Q =
and memories. In addition, sensory awareness and 1.0) , to incredible quality (Q = 2.0). Incredible qual-
pleasure are often increased during euphoria. ity is also incredibly rare. Below are the effects of
marijuana intoxication:

Tim e Elaps e d Sinc e Las t Euphoria

Inhalations
Firs t Tim e 1 Hour 6 Hours 12 Hours 1 D ay 1 We e k 1 Month 1 Ye ar
Pe r Hour
1 - ¼ 1 2 5 6 7 8
2 ¼ ½ 2 4 10 12 14 16
4 ½ 1 4 6 15 18 21 24
8 1 2 6 8 20 24 28 32
16 2 4 8 10 23 26 30 34
32 4 6 10 12 25 29 32 36
64 6 8 12 14 28 31 34 38
128 8 10 14 16 30 33 35 40

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 • Physical Fitness (due to smoking) is Psychedelic Mushrooms
temporarily reduced by ¼ the EF This mushroom, when eaten, produces psy-
• Strength is temporarily reduced by ¼ the chedelic effects. 2 parts may be eaten, the caps and
EF the stems. Caps, by far, are the more potent por-
• Health is reduced by ¼ of an Ability point tion. Ingesting caps and stems of this mushroom
for 2 weeks evokes dreamlike changes in mood and thought and
• Rhetorical Charisma is temporarily reduced alters the perception of time and space. It can also
by ½ the EF create a feeling of lack of self-control and extreme
• Reaction Speed is temporarily reduced by terror. Physical effects include drowsiness, dizzi-
the EF ness, dilated pupils, numbness and tingling, weak-
• Enunciation is temporarily reduced by the ness, tremors, and nausea. Further, it may induce
EF transient abnormal thinking, such as a sense of
• Language is temporarily reduced by the ½ omnipotence or a state of acute paranoia, and can
the EF result in dangerous behavior. Long-term adverse
• Math is temporarily reduced by the EF reactions may develop such as persistent Psychosis
• Analytic Intelligence is temporarily reduced (see Chap. 5: Mind), prolonged Depression, or faulty
by the EF judgment. While it is not addictive physically, the
• Drive is temporarily reduced by twice the potent effects may be addictive psychologically.
EF Rather than recreational drug use, this mush-
• Intuition is temporarily increased by the EF room is ingested typically for 2 reasons: many reli-
• Common Sense is temporarily reduced by gious cults use this drug in attempts to become closer
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½ the EF to their god, and berserkers often eat this mush-

• Reflection is temporarily reduced by twice room before combat to produce berserker rage,
the EF which they call berserkerganga and comes from
Buggeric (see Languages in Chap. 6: Sociality). Al-
though the effects are unpredictable, berserkers ex-
pect superior performance in combat due to in-
creased Physical Fitness, Strength, Drive, and LP.
Colloquially, a ‘bad trip’ means a bad experi-
ence while under the effects of this drug. Worse,
some characters attempt too many caps and stems
and never return from their ‘trip’. To determine
whether or not bad effects occur, each time mush-
rooms are used, the number of caps and stems that
were ingested must be considered. Consider 1 Trip
Point (TP) to equal 1 stem, while 1 cap equals 3 TP.
Now, sum the TP’s and make a Health sub-ability
check. If the result rolled is equal to or less than the
number of TP’s, then a bad trip occurs. However,
if the number rolled is less than the TP’s by at least
25, then the character never returns to sobriety, feel-
ing the effects of psychedelic mushrooms for the
remainder of their lifespan.
If a bad trip occurs, then roll on the table
below to determine the bad effects. Continue to
roll until directed to stop or a duplicate event oc-
curs:

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 Roll Bad Trip Effe c ts Disease
0 1 -1 1 La c k of se l f-c ontrol , now rol l a ga i n Diseases1 are the introduction of any harm-
1 2 -2 2 E xtre me te rror, now rol l a ga i n
2 3 -3 3 Drowsi ne ss, now rol l a ga i n ful change that interferes with the appearance, struc-
3 4 -4 4 Di zzi ne ss, now rol l a ga i n ture, or function of the body or any of its parts.
4 5 -5 5 We a k ne ss, now rol l a ga i n Although opinions differ with race and culture, many
5 6 -6 6 Tre mors, now rol l a ga i n characters believe that diseased characters are being
6 7 -7 7 Na use a , now rol l a ga i n punished by the gods.
7 8 -8 8 Ac ute Pa ra noi a , now rol l a ga i n
8 9 -1 0 0 If a t l e a st 1 ba d e ffe c t oc c urs, the n stop rol l i ng
Anthrax
Whether the trip is good or bad, trips last This is a contagious disease of warm-
for an hour per TP and the following effects occur: blooded animals and characters. One of the oldest
known diseases, it has reached epidemic proportions
• Physical Fitness is temporarily increased by in the past. Animals acquire the disease from drink-
half the number of TP ing water that is draining from contaminated soil, in
• Strength is temporarily increased by half the which the infectious bacteria may live for years; from
number of TP eating infected carcasses and feedstuffs; and from
• Bodily Attractiveness is permanently the bites of bloodsucking insects. The disease, some-
reduced by ¼ of an Ability point times manifested by staggering, bloody discharge,
• Health is permanently reduced by half of convulsions, and suffocation, may be fatal almost
an Ability point immediately in acute cases and within 3-5 days in

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• Rhetorical Charisma is temporarily reduced subacute cases. In characters, the disease appears in
by half the number of TP both external and internal forms, with a death rate
• Language is temporarily reduced by ¼ the of about 20%. The external or cutaneous form is
number of TP contracted through cuts or abrasions in the skin by
• Math is temporarily reduced by the those who handle infected hides and carcasses and
number of TP may be self-limiting, but often disseminates into the
• Analytical Intelligence is temporarily bloodstream, with fever and prostration. The ex-
reduced by half of the TP ternal form is characterized by malignant pustules
• Spatial Intelligence is temporarily reduced on exposed skin areas. The internal type is acquired
by half of the TP by inhaling anthrax spores, as from animal hair and
• Drive is temporarily increased by half the wool, which invade the lungs and sometimes the
number of TP intestinal tract to cause hemorrhage.
• Intuition is temporarily increased by the
number of TP Bubonic Plague
• Common Sense is temporarily decreased by This is an acute, infectious, contagious dis-
half the number of TP ease of rodents and humans. It is characterized by
• Life Points are temporarily increased by a the appearance of enlarged and inflamed lymph
percent equal to TP nodes in the groin (01-33%), on the armpit (34-66%),
or the neck (67-100%). It is transmitted by the bite
Temporary adjustments do not take effect of any of numerous insects, most notably the rat
until 30 minutes after ingestion, and endure until flea. The odds vary of the fatality of the bubonic
the last hour of tripping before sobering. Adjust- plague. The likelihood of fatality is [20 + (1d6 x
ments remain in effect even while the character is 10)]%.
unconscious.

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 Cancer Common Cold
This is a malignant new growth anywhere in This is an acute infectious disease of the
the body of a character or animal. Cancers tend to upper respiratory tract. This infection affects the
spread locally and to distant parts of the body. In nose and throat, causing symptoms such as nasal
advanced stages, tumors develop. To determine the congestion and discharge, sore throat, and cough-
random location of cancer, roll 1d10 (1 =left leg, 2 ing. Normally, it runs a mild course, without fever,
= right leg, 3 = left arm, 4 = right arm, 5-6 = torso, and subsides spontaneously in about 7 days. The
7-10 = head). The exact location may be determined common cold is thought by common folk to result
by rolling 1d100 and consulting the table for Body from exposure to cold weather. On average, char-
Part Proportion earlier in this chapter. The Aedile acters contract about two-and-a-half colds per year.
determines the effect of cancer on this specific part
of the body. Diabetes Insipidus
This is a disease that causes excessive urina-
Chicken Pox tion and intense thirst.
This is a contagious viral disease that affects
mainly children. 95% of humans will acquire chicken Encephalitis
pox prior to adulthood. Typically, chicken pox be- This is an infectious disease characterized
gins with a low fever, headache, rash, and a general by inflammation of the brain. The typical symp-
feeling of sickness, or malaise. The rash, which usu- toms are headache, fever, and extreme lethargy,
ally covers the face, scalp, and trunk of the body, which lead eventually to coma; double-vision, de-
starts as red bumps but quickly develops into small
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lirium, deafness, and facial palsy often occur in the

blisters. The rash and blisters are extremely itchy. acute stage of the disease. Aftereffects of encepha-
As the disease progresses, the blisters break open litis may include deafness, epilepsy, and dementia.
and form scabs, which fall off after about 1-2 weeks. The disease is transmitted to characters from ani-
The incubation period -- the time between initial mals via mosquitoes and ticks.
infection and the first appearance of symptoms --
is approximately 2 weeks. The virus spreads through Epilepsy
the air via infected droplets emitted from the nose This is a recurrent disorder of the nervous
or mouth while coughing or sneezing. Touching system characterized by seizures of excessive brain
the fluid from a chicken pox blister can also spread activity, which cause mental and physical dysfunc-
the disease. Chicken pox is contagious for approxi- tion such as convulsions, loss of control of bodily
mately 7 days during a human’s period of infection. functions, and unconsciousness. During an epilep-
Contagiousness begins about 2 days before symp- tic seizure, the victim is aware of what is happening
toms appear and continues until all blisters have around them, but unable to control their actions or
formed scabs. This disease is much more debilitat- stop the seizure. A seizure lasts for 1d100 minutes.
ing, and 50% of the time fatal, to adults. Contract-
ing chicken pox provides immunity, or lifelong re-
Gangrene
sistance, against the disease. However, after the
Gangrene is an infection that develops in
symptoms disappear, the virus remains in the body
wounds, caused by a lack of blood supply. Affected
and occasionally reactivates later in life, causing a
areas require immediate surgery, and limbs are am-
disease known as shingles. Shingles usually occurs
putated to prevent it from spreading through the
in humans over 50, due to an age-related weakening
bloodstream to vital organs. If it enters the blood-
of the immune system, and causes pain, burning,
stream, then there is a 25% chance that the charac-
itching, inflammation, and blisters.
ter dies. If recognized and treated early, however,
approximately 80% of those with gangrene survive,
and only 15-20% require any form of amputation.

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 Influenza Measles
This is an acute, infectious, and contagious This disease is acute, highly contagious, and
disease of the respiratory tract, especially the tra- produces a fever. It is characterized by small red
chea. Colloquially, it is called the flu. The symp- dots appearing on the surface of the skin, irritation
toms of a simple infection include dry cough, sore of the eyes (especially on exposure to light), cough-
throat, nasal obstruction and discharge, and burn- ing, and a runny nose. About 12 days after first
ing of the eyes; more serious infections are charac- exposure, the fever, sneezing, and runny nose ap-
terized by chill, sudden onset of fever, headache, pear. Coughing and swelling of the neck glands often
aching of muscles and joints, and occasional gas- follow. 4 days later, red spots appear on the face or
trointestinal symptoms. In simple infections (90% neck and then on the trunk and limbs. In 2 or 3
of all infections), symptoms fade and temperature days, the rash subsides and the fever falls. Some
drops to normal in 1d4 days. Otherwise, symptoms peeling of the involved skin areas may take place.
may last for 3d10 days. Infection of the middle ear may also occur. This is
one of the most common childhood diseases. It is
Leprosy rarely fatal (5%), but should the virus spread to the
This is a chronic, infectious disease that pri- brain, it can cause (1-50%) death or (51-100%) brain
marily affects the skin, mucous membranes, and damage (suffer - 1d100 Intelligence and Wisdom).
nerves. Many consider leprosy to be a punishment The disease usually confers immunity after 1 attack.
from the gods; hence, the leper is in a state of de- If a pregnant woman becomes infected, then her
filement. About 5% of the population is suscep- fetus will become infected as well.

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tible to leprosy. The earliest symptom is often a
loss of sensation in a patch of skin. Large areas of Mumps (Epidemic Partotitis)
skin may become infiltrated. The mucous mem- An acute infectious viral disease, the mumps
branes of the nose, mouth, and throat may be in- is characterized by the swelling of the salivary glands.
vaded by large numbers of the organism. Because Though it may attack characters of any age, it most
of damage to the nerves, muscles may become para- frequently affects children between the human ages
lyzed. The loss of sensation that accompanies the of 5 and 9. This disease rarely involves the sex glands.
destruction of nerves may result in unnoticed inju- It is highly contagious and is spread by droplets
ries. These may result in secondary infections, the sprayed from the respiratory tract of infected char-
replacement of healthy tissue with scar tissue, and acters. The incubation period varies from 15-21 days.
the destruction or absorption of bone. The classic Few fatalities result from mumps (5%), and 1 attack
disfigurements of leprosy, such as loss of extremi- usually confers complete immunity, because only 1
ties from bone damage or the so-called leonine faces, antigenic type of virus causes this disease. In chil-
a lionlike appearance with thick nodulous skin, are dren, the first symptoms are usually a mild fever, a
signs of advanced disease. Leprosy is perhaps the feeling of illness and chilliness, loss of appetite, and
least infectious of all the contagious diseases. Of- dryness of the throat. This is followed by soreness
ten, lepers are isolated in leper houses, forbidden to and swelling around the ears, and a higher fever.
marry, and forced to wear a distinctive cloak or shake These symptoms are usually gone by 12 days. In
a rattle to announce their presence. There are sev- adult males, inflammation of the testes occurs in up
eral leper colonies per town. Bugbears, kobolds, to 20% of the cases, but resultant sterility is rare
and trolls kill lepers on sight. The disease is be- (5% of those inflamed). In children, infection of
lieved to be transmitted not only by touch but by the auditory nerve can cause deafness, but this is
breath. With all the care taken to isolate lepers, from also a rare result (5%).
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 Muscular Dystrophy Smallpox
This is a crippling disease characterized by This is an acute, highly contagious viral dis-
gradual wasting of skeletal muscle. Muscle mass di- ease that is often fatal (90%). This virus is transmit-
minishes and weakness increases until they are un- ted through droplets discharged from the mouth
able to walk, even with the aid of a walking cane. and nose from an infected character that are inhaled
No one recovers naturally from this hereditary dis- by another character. Onset of the first phase of
ease. smallpox infection occurs after a 12-day incubation
period following infection. This phase is marked by
Rabies high fever, prostration, back and muscle pain, and
This is an acute, contagious infection that sometimes vomiting. A characteristic rash develops
enters the body through the bite of an animal. All 2-5 days later on the face, palms, and soles of the
warm-blooded animals are susceptible. The incu- feet. During the next 6-10 days, the rash develops
bation takes (20 + 1d100) days, though (1d4 + 2) into pus-filled pimples. In extreme cases, the pimples
weeks is most common. Rabies is virtually always run together, usually indicating a lethal infection of
fatal (99%). At the end of the incubation period the virus. The return of fever and other symptoms
the site of the now healed wound becomes irritated initiates the second stage of the disease, during which
and painful, and the local tissues may become numb. the pimples may or may not become infected. As
Depression (see Chap. 5: Mind) and anxiety are com- recovery begins, the pimples become crusted, often
mon. This initial stage lasts for about 2 days. In the leaving scars, and the fever and symptoms subside.
next stage, the period of excitation, the infected crea- Death is caused by infection of the lungs, heart, or
ture becomes irritable and hypersensitive; the gen- brain. Blindness (01-05%) and male infertility (06-
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eral attitude is one of terror, intensified by the on- 10%) are possible side-effects of survivors of small-
set of difficult breathing and swallowing and a feel- pox. A character with smallpox is infectious from
ing of strangulation, caused by spasmodic contrac- the 3rd day through the erupting phase. Survivors
tions of the diaphragm and larynx. The infected usually enjoy lifetime immunity to smallpox.
creature is extremely thirsty but experiences spasms
of the larynx when water is presented or even men- Tourette’s Syndrome
tioned. Vomiting and fever are common during this This is a disorder characterized by involun-
stage. A thick secretion of mucus collects in the tary muscular movements and obscene vocal expres-
mouth and throat, and the individual expectorates sions. At the Aedile’s whim, an individual may be
frequently or attempts to cough. This stage lasts 3- compelled to voice obscenities. The affected char-
5 days and usually terminates in death from a con- acter is aware of their outburst, but is unable to pre-
vulsive seizure or from cardiac or respiratory fail- vent it. The outburst is always honest. The more
ure. When infected animals are in the excitation that the outburst is deemed forbidden socially, the
stage, they usually run amok, biting and snapping at higher the likelihood of the outburst occurring.
any living thing in their path.

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 Tuberculosis
This is a bacterial infection that primarily
attacks the lungs, but may also affect 1d4 other ar-
eas, including the kidneys (1), bones (2), lymph nodes
(3), and brain (4). Symptoms include coughing, chest
pain, shortness of breath, loss of appetite, weight
loss, fever, chills, and fatigue. However, symptoms
do not appear until usually at least 2 years after ex-
posure. Children are the most susceptible. This
disease is fatal for 50% of those who contract it. It
is transmitted from character to character (and char-
acter to animal) by inhaling air droplets, though only
10% of those who inhale it become infected. If
infected, then the disease is only contagious when
symptoms are present, which may take a while to
develop. Coughing of blood or phlegm may occur.

Typhoid Fever
This is an acute infectious disease that is
transmitted by milk, water, or solid food that is con-

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taminated with the feces of typhoid victims or car-
riers. The incubation period lasts 1-3 weeks. The
bacteria gather in the small intestine, where they
enter the bloodstream. This induces the first symp-
toms, which are chills followed by high fever and
prostration. Victims may also experience headache, Random Disease
cough, vomiting, and diarrhea. The disease sponta- If it is necessary to determine a disease ran-
neously subsides after 3-4 weeks in most instances, domly, roll 1d100 and consult the following table:
but in about 20% of untreated cases the disease
progresses to pneumonia (01-33%), intestinal hem-
orrhage (34-66%), and even death (67-100%). Ty- Roll Random D is e as e
0 1 -0 7 Anthra x
phoid fever has a 40% chance of fatality in bug- 0 8 -1 7 Buboni c Pl a gue
bears. 1 8 -2 2 Ca nc e r
2 3 -2 4 Chi c k e n Pox
Undulant Fever 2 5 -5 2 Common Col d
5 3 -5 5 Di a be te s Insi pi dus
This disease is transmitted to characters by 56 E nc e pha l i ti s
lower animals such as cattle, swine, and goats. Char- 5 7 -5 8 E pi l e psy
acters acquire the disease through contact with in- 5 9 -6 0 Ga ngre ne
fected animals or drinking their raw milk. The dis- 6 1 -8 0 Infl ue nza
ease causes abortions in pregnant females, and in 81 Le prosy
8 2 -8 3 Me a sl e s
males it causes the genitalia to swell (2d10)% in size. 8 4 -8 5 Mumps
The disease is named undulant because the fever is 86 Musc ul a r Dy strophy
continually rising and falling. The incubation pe- 8 7 -9 1 Ra bi e s
riod is 1-3 weeks after exposure. Symptoms include 9 2 -9 3 Sma l l pox
fatigue and depression, and last 6d10 weeks. Undu- 94 Toure tte ’ s Sy ndrome
9 5 -9 7 Tube rc ul osi s
lant fever has a 30% chance of fatality in ogres. 9 8 -9 9 Ty phoi d Fe v e r
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 Chapter 3: Abilities

Abilities are a character’s capacities. With a score of 100 is the average for all humans. For
few exceptions, abilities are unchanging. There are instance, if a male rolls a Strength sub-ability score
5 core abilities (Physique, Charisma, Dexterity, In- of 100 and is horrified that the average Bench Press
telligence, and Wisdom), each with 4 sub-abilities. is 113 pounds, as noted above this is also an average
Chapter 3: Abilities

To determine a character’s abilities, begin by calcu- for gender. To resolve this example, males receive a
lating each of the 20 sub-abilities. Sub-abilities must bonus for Strength. For now, simply determine your
be rolled in order and the order cannot be altered. sub-ability scores and record them on your charac-
For each sub-ability, roll 10d100, divide the sum by ter sheet, which is available in the back of this book
5, subtract 1 from the result, and truncate the re- in Appendix 1: Character Sheets. Finally, sub-abilities
mainder. This creates a range of 1-199 for all sub- may need to be modified depending on age, if a
abilities and the average of each sub-ability is 100. character is not a Young Adult. After the sub-abili-
It may be easier to look at the formula1: ties are described and the tables presented, aging
effects are presented, which must be considered
(10d100 / 5) - 1 throughout the character’s life. The last part of this
chapter details how Physical Fitness, Strength, and
Then, simply average each group of 4 sub- Intelligence may be increased by Persistent Exer-
abilities to determine the core ability. For example, cise. Finally, an alternate rolling method for sub-
average the sub-ability scores for Physical Fitness, abilities is presented.
Strength, Bodily Attractiveness, and Health to de- Lastly, these abilities are arranged not in an
termine the ability score for Physique. order of importance (they are all important), but in
Modifiers from other chapters may affect an order that progresses from concrete (Physique)
your sub-ability scores, such as modifiers from race, to abstract (Wisdom). Physique is immediately ob-
gender, and Chapter 2: Body. On the following tables, vious, while Wisdom is not.
1. The distribution for abilities and sub-abilities attempts to model the bell curve of intelligence. In their book The Bell
Curve, Hernstein and Murray note the distribution for intelligence in the standard “IQ metric” has a mean (M) of 100 and
standard deviation (SD) of 15. For more information, see the References section at the end of this book. The tables for
abilities and sub-abilities presented later in this chapter have highlighted columns to indicate M and SD.
As a test, sub-abilities were determined in the Fatal Character Generator and entered into SPSS. Descriptive statistics
were computed on 1,000 sub-abilities (M = 98.79, SD = 18.74). The range was 42-155. The formula [(10d100 / 5) - 1] has less
central tendency than the bell curve of intelligence, though it is a close approximation. Since this is a realistic, but time-
consuming, method to determine abilities, it is recommended that characters are created in the Fatal Character Generator,
available free at fatalgames.com.

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 Physique smithing, Coppersmithing, Hewing, Mountaineer-
The most obvious of all abilities, Physique ing, Silversmithing, Stonemasonry, Swim, and Wres-
is comprised of Physical Fitness, Strength, Bodily tling. Strength also affects the amount of damage a
Attractiveness, and Health. High Physique ability character inflicts with melee weapons. For instance,
scores indicate a body that is trim, strong, well-pro- a Strength score of 115 causes an additional 9% of
portioned, and resilient. normal damage, depending on the weapon. Strength
Physical Fitness: Often considered endur- also affects Life Points (see Chap. 10: Combat). Fi-
ance or stamina, a character’s Physical Fitness is not nally, Strength is affected by exercise. For informa-
concerned with the size or strength of the muscle, tion, see Persistent Exercise, which is detailed at the
but its ability for durative exertion. Characters with end of this chapter.
high Physical Fitness have low body fat and are able Bodily Attractiveness: Usually, this por-
to perform exerting activities for long durations, such tion of a character’s Physique represents the attrac-
as sprinting. Physical Fitness may affect another sub- tiveness of their frame and how appropriately
ability of Physique: Bodily Attractiveness. Physical muscles and fat are distributed over their skeletal
Fitness determines a character’s Sprint speed per frame. For example, characters with low Bodily
round according to their height (see Chap. 2: Body). Attractiveness1 may have disproportionately long or
The Sprint skill in Chapter 8: Skills has more infor- short arms, legs, or upper body. Physical Fitness
mation on sprinting, running, jogging, walking, and may affect Bodily Attractiveness. Males with high
forced marches. To determine the distance in terms Bodily Attractiveness tend to have high Strength and
of miles walked per hour, divide the Sprint speed height (see Chap. 2: Body), while females with high

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by 20. This sub-ability may be increased with Per- Bodily Attractiveness tend to have large Cup Size
sistent Exercise, as detailed at the end of this chap- (see Chap. 2: Body) and low weight (see Chap. 2: Body).
ter. Physical Fitness affects skills such as Climb, Con- Female reproductive capacity correlates with a sharp
tortion, Jump, Mountaineering, Sprint, and Swim. contrast between waist and hips. Bodily Attractive-
Strength: This refers to the size of the ness affects skills (see Chap. 8: Skills) such as Seduc-
character’s muscles and the amount of force that tion and Sexual Adeptness.
may be generated. Strength may be affected by Health: Healthy characters are not sickly
height and weight. Characters with high Strength or prone to illness, have fewer allergies, are unaf-
are able to exert considerable force and move im- fected by poison ivy, vomit only rarely, have better
pressive amounts of weight. Specifically, Strength hearing (see Sound in Chap. 8: Skills), have more
entails measurements of the Clean and Jerk (amount Life Points (see Chap. 10: Combat), and maybe most
in pounds that may be lifted and pressed above the importantly, respond well to shock and injury. The
head), Bench Press (pressed away from the chest), modifiers for Allergies and Intoxication are explained
and Dead Lift (lifted from the ground, but unable in Chapter 2: Body. Regarding skills, Health is useful
to carry it). If the Clean and Jerk is attempted with with Urinating.
only 1 hand, then 40% of the weight on the table
may be pressed. In Chapter 9: Equipment, the amount
listed for Dead Lift will determine a character’s En-
cumbrance; 2 other measures are included: Pull and
Push. Strength has a Skill Modifier for use with the
skills in Chapter 8: Skills, such as Blacksmithing, Brass-

1. The standards for female Bodily Attractiveness have been referenced from Life in a Medieval Castle, by Joseph and Frances
Gies. For more information, see the References section at the end of this book. Gies claims that “Nicolette...physically
exemplified the medieval feminine ideal...”, and quotes the source who describes the following female: “Her breasts so firm
that they showed beneath her vesture like two rounded nuts; so frail was she about the girdle that your hands could have
spanned her...” A thin waist and large, round breasts are physical standards of female attractiveness, and are historically
accurate.

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 Charisma erence point for comparisons. Other characters tend
The ability of Charisma is the appeal of a to enjoy listening to the voice of a character with
character to others based on 4 sub-abilities: Facial, high Vocal Charisma. Vocal Charisma affects the
Vocal, Kinetic, and Rhetorical Charisma. High Cha- skill (see Chap. 8: Skills) of Musical Instrument (Sing-
risma is indicative of a beautiful countenance, voice, ing).
movement, and style of speech. Kinetic: Different from the Bodily Attrac-
Facial: Distinct from all other forms of at- tiveness sub-ability, Kinetic Charisma deals not with
tractiveness, this considers only facial attractiveness1. the physical shape and appearance of the character
All humanoid races and cultures consider certain in question, but the beauty of their bodily move-
features to be attractive. The most attractive male ments, gestures, stride, etc. For example, characters
features are large eyes, large eyebrow ridges, low-set with high Kinetic Charisma tend to stand up straight,
eyebrows, high cheekbones, and bigger jaws. The instead of slouching. On the table presented later
most attractive female features are eyes that are large in this chapter, a description of Kinetic Charisma at
and wide-set, small noses, narrow facial breadths, each category of ability offers a reference point for
small chins and jaws, high eyebrows, high cheek- comparisons. This sub-ability is important particu-
bones, full lips, large smiles, dilated pupils, hair that larly in Dance, Massage, and Sexual Adeptness (see
is well-groomed and full, and skin that is soft, Chap. 8: Skills).
smooth, and unblemished. The symmetry between Rhetorical: As rhetoric is the art of per-
the left and right face of a character correlates with suasion, this sub-ability of Charisma is concerned
higher Facial Charisma. Symmetry suggests good with the potential to seem credible, to make one’s
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reproduction, healthiness, and youth. On average, ideas or suggestions seem appealing by soliciting
female characters have higher Facial Charisma than emotions. Rhetoric has been accused as an art of
male characters. Characters with low Facial Cha- verbal trickery, a tool of political propaganda, and
risma may seem to have 1 eyebrow instead of 2, the foe of reasoned and logical arguments. Just the
severe acne, an ugly birthmark, a large nose or ears, same, it is very influential and often more influential
dark rings under the eyes, rotten or missing front than reasoned argument. Further, rhetoric is im-
teeth, or disfiguring scars to list a few examples. portant for leadership. Talented rhetoricians know
Although Facial Charisma is an ability because it is a that the most persuasive speech rate is slightly faster
capacity for attractiveness determined before birth, than the societal norm, and accordingly speak at such
it may be enhanced cosmetically or with a hairstyle a rate. Average Speech Rate is indicated on the table
that complements features (see Barber in Chap. 7: for Rhetorical Charisma later in this chapter. It is
Occupation and Hairstyling in Chap. 8: Skills). Facial represented in words-per-minute (w.p.m.), and is not
Charisma affects the skill of Sexual Adeptness (see to be confused with a character’s Maximum Speech
Chap. 8: Skills). Rate, as indicated on the table for the sub-ability of
Vocal: While a character may be speaking Enunciation. Obviously, a character’s Average
or singing in a foreign language not understood by Speech Rate, as listed for Rhetorical Charisma, may
the listener, factors such as tone, pitch, accent, and never exceed their Maximum Speech Rate, as listed
inflection may influence the listener to perceive them for Enunciation. This sub-ability is useful in skills
as attractive, or conversely, repulsive. On the table (see Chap. 8: Skills) such as Haggling.
presented later in this chapter, a description of Vo-
cal Charisma at each category of ability offers a ref-
1. In a scholarly journal article by Chen, German, and Zaidel (1997), a gender effect occurred regarding facial attractiveness.
On a Likert scale, the mean rating for the attractiveness of a female face (M=2.71) was higher than the mean rating for the
attractiveness of a male face (M=2.34). Interestingly, males rated females (M=2.64) lower than females rated females (M=2.89),
and males rated males (M=2.45) higher than females rated males (M=2.29). Finally, “cross-cultural agreement on facial
attractiveness” (p. 472) exists, because just as with animals, facial attractiveness provides “external features (e.g. feathers,
antlers, fur) to reveal clues related to health, quality of genes, state of immune system,” and is relevant to reproduction. For
more information, see the References section at the end of this book.

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 Dexterity Reaction Speed: Often considered to be
This ability is physical precision, which is mental Dexterity, Reaction Speed entails neural re-
more abstract or less concrete than Physique. Dex- sponsiveness such as combat responsiveness or the
terity is comprised of 4 sub-abilities: Hand-Eye speed of awakening in an emergency. Those with
Coordination, Agility, Reaction Speed, and Enun- high reaction speeds can awaken from a deep sleep
ciation. A high ability score in Dexterity indicates and be coherently on their feet in a few
that a character is probably nimble, moves easily seconds, or react very quickly to the
and as desired, has lightning reactions, and can many minute factors of combat.
speak quickly and clearly if necessary. This is represented on the table as
Hand-Eye Coordination: This type of Deep Sleep Recovery, listing the num-
Dexterity affects skills (see Chap. 8: Skills) such ber of rounds required to be alert and
as Aim, Ambidexterity, Basketweaving, able to react without penalty in an
Blindfighting, Delousing, Disarm, Dying, emergency. Reaction Speed directly af-
Enameling, Engraving, Forgery, Hunt- fects Initiative (see Chap. 10: Combat), as
ing, Hurl, Juggling, Lock-picking, Mas- well as the Blindfighting skill (see Chap. 8:
sage, Milking, Mounted Archery, Mu- Skills). For example, a character with
sical Instrument, Painting, Parry, Pick a high Reaction Speed may en-
Pocket, Complex Ritual, Rope Use, counter a snake and be able to
Sculpture, Surgery, Tailoring, Urinat- grab the snake behind its head
ing, Weapon (General), Weapon (Spe- without getting bitten.

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cific), Weapon Trick, and any other Enunciation: Verbal coor-
activity demanding accurate finger dination is the basis of Enunciation,
or hand movements. Hand-Eye such as speaking quickly and not
Coordination determines a getting tongue-tied, avoiding the
character’s Finger Precision, the slurring of words, and speaking
finest intended precision with which clearly. Characters with low scores
fingers may be manipulated. in Enunciation may, upon being frus-
Agility: Differing from Reac- trated or fearful, become unable to
tion Speed below, Agility is not the articulate their speech, and therefore
ability to physically react to a stimu- babble incomprehensibly. Direct
lus, so much as the ability to physi- measures of Enunciation include
cally enact an action as desired, how quickly a character may cast
once chosen. Agility affects Cur- a spell, and a character’s Maxi-
rent Armor, thereby protecting mum Speech Rate, which is rep-
those who are agile, while those resented in words-per-minute
with low Agility are more vulner- (w.p.m.). Few characters ever
able to attacks. Agility affects speak at this rate, but this is the
skills (see Chap. 8: Skills) such as Balance, Brawling, fastest that this sub-ability of Dexterity allows a
Climb, Physical Comedy, Contortion, Dance, Dis- character to speak. Obviously, a character’s Aver-
arm, Hide, Juggling, Mountaineering, Mounted Ar- age Speech Rate, as listed for Rhetorical Charisma,
chery, Parry, Riding, Silence, Tumble, Weapon (Gen- may never exceed their Maximum Speech Rate, as
eral), Weapon (Specific), and Wrestling. Regarding listed for Enunciation. Enunciation affects the skills
the Brawling skill, Agility affects the number of of Spitting and Ventriloquism (see Chap. 8: Skills).
Brawling attacks per round. Agility also affects the
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 Intelligence Analytic: Characters with high analytic or
Fairly abstract, Intelligence is a character’s reasoning ability are able to think critically and logi-
mental precision, as well as capability and capacity cally. Analytic characters make better decisions based
to learn new things. Intelligence is comprised of 4 upon available facts and probabilities. Some argue
sub-abilities: Language, Math, Analytic, and Spatial that morality is derived from Analytic reasoning.
Intelligence. A high Intelligence ability score indi- Analytic Intelligence affects skills (see Chap. 8: Skills)
cates that a character is likely to easily learn languages such as Appraise, Chemistry, Logic, and Music
and properly use them, perform abstract mathemati- (Counterpoint).
cal operations such as geometry, solve logical prob- Spatial: This sub-ability is concerned with
lems and arrange critically reasoned arguments, and manipulating visual-spatial images. Spatial Intelli-
perceive and manipulate parts and the whole of ob- gence may be observed during the following: the
jects with accuracy. After controlling for body size, ability to imagine correctly how objects will appear
brain size weakly correlates to Intelligence, so those when rotated in two- or three-dimensional space,
with bigger brains also tend to be more intelligent1. finding hidden figures within the contours of a larger
Also, Intelligence is affected by mental exercise, just figure, accurately predicting where a moving object
as Strength is affected by physical exercise2. will be at any given moment, the ability to arrange
Language: Those with excellent Language items to make or resemble a specific design, and
sub-ability are able: to speak multiple languages flu- object assembly. On the table later in the chapter
ently; acquire, retain, and utilize a large Vocabulary; for this sub-ability, Unfamiliar Object Assembly dem-
and demonstrate impressive reading comprehension. onstrates the differences in ability. This does not
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However, this is only the potential to do these things. mean that a character is qualified to assemble all un-
In a fantasy medieval environment where illiteracy familiar objects, but that there is a limit to the num-
is the norm, most of the potential of this sub-abil- ber of pieces they can comprehend before being
ity may go unrealized. Note that the examples for overwhelmed. Generally, Spatial Intelligence may
Vocabulary are not necessarily words that are un- be considered mechanical aptitude, and is most use-
derstood by the character, so much as the level of ful with crafts or trades, and also with skills (see Chap.
the character’s Vocabulary that is used daily and 8: Skills) such as Architecture, Armorsmithing,
nonchalantly. Language affects skills (see Chap. 8: Blacksmithing, Bowyer, Brass-smithing, Carpentry,
Skills) such as Forgery, Read/Write Language, Speak Cartography, Clockmaking, Constellations,
Language, and Transcribing. Coppersmithing, Cosmetics, Fletching, Gemcutting,
Math: The ability to accurately and consis- Glassblowing, Glovemaking, Goldsmithing,
tently perform mathematical calculations entails al- Locksmithing, Musical Instrument, Painting, Paper-
gebra, geometry, and believe it or not, musical skills, making, Sailmaking, Shipwright, Silversmithing,
as well as basic arithmetic. The table lists the High- Stonemasonry, Weaponsmithing, and
est Possible Math3 that may be performed, provided Wheelwrighting.
the character has been trained in the Math listed.
Math affects skills (see Chap. 8: Skills) such as Archi- DISCE.QUASI.SEMPER.VICTURUS.
tecture, Chemistry, Numerology Divination, Gam- VIVE.QUASI.CRAS.MORITURUS
bling, Math (Algebra), Math (Fundamental), Math
(Geometry), Math (Trigonometry), Music (Coun- Learn as if you were going to live forever;
terpoint), and Music Theory.
live as if you were going to die tomorrow.
1. Brain size and intelligence have been correlated in at least 3 studies appearing in scholarly journals. See the References
section at the end of this book for: a) Lynn, R., b) Rushton, J., c) Willerman, L, Schultz, R., Rutledge, J., & Bigler, E.
2. In The Executive Brain, Elkhonon Goldberg cites studies demonstrating that parts of the brain, as well as intelligence,
change over time according to the amount of use. For more information, see the References section at the end of this book.
3. Although higher forms of math are possible, they had not been invented or discovered until after 1335 A.D., which
disqualifies higher forms of math from this game. For example, Isaac Newton published calculus in 1687.

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 Wisdom their god. Therefore, some consider morality to
The most abstract ability, Wisdom is a depend on Intuition. Some contrast Intuition with
character’s potential to actualize what they have and Intelligence, declaring Intuition to be the purest form
know; it is an ability to adapt to situations. Wise of instinct. Intuition affects skills (see Chap. 8: Skills)
characters tend to make decisions that they do not such as Animal Conditioning, Animal Handling,
regret. Wisdom is comprised of 4 sub-abilities: Blindfighting, Chemistry, Cosmetics, Direction
Drive, Intuition, Common Sense, and Reflection. Sense, many forms of Divination (Alectromancy,
A high Wisdom ability score indicates that a charac- Anthropomancy, Aspidomancy, Austromancy,
ter is likely to be determined and disciplined, recep- Axinomancy, Belomancy, Ceraunoscopy,
tive to subtle cues, adapt well to situations, and re- Chiromancy, Cleromancy, Crystalomancy,
flect frequently on their life. Dririmancy, Gastromancy, Gyromancy,
Drive: A Drive may be considered a Hydromancy, Libanomancy, Lithomancy,
character’s determination, willpower, persistence, dis- Lunomancy, Necromancy, Numerolog y,
cipline, and perseverance. A character with high Omphalomancy, Oneiromancy, Onomancy,
Drive sub-ability does not necessarily always ap- Oomancy, Ornithomancy, Pyromancy, Scatomancy,
proach everything with a high Drive, but has the Sortilege, Stichomancy, Urimancy, and Xenomancy),
ability, should it be necessary, preferred, or desired. Etiquette, Haggling, Read Lips, Sculpture, Search,
Drive also is used to determine whether creatures and Teaching.
remain in combat or flee (see Chap. 10: Combat), and Common Sense: It is easier to describe what
it also initially affects Life Points and Unconscious- this sub-ability is not, than what it is. Examples of

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ness (see Chap. 10: Combat). The column entitled individuals lacking in Common Sense are often those
Hours Relaxing indicates the number of hours per who are gullible and have a tendency toward ideal-
day that, if it were up to the character in question, ism more than pragmatism. Common Sense, as a
they would generally relax and refrain from all exer- sub-ability, is an abstract measure of how much a
tion. Drive affects the skills Animal Conditioning character is in touch with reality. Nerds are good
and Combat Spellcasting (see Chap. 8: Skills). examples of people who may have some high forms
Intuition: This sub-ability is a character’s of Intelligence, but may lack Common Sense. On
familiarity with, or awareness of, subconscious and the table presented later in this chapter, examples
subtle cues or clues; Intuition is an acuteness of per- of each category of ability demonstrate what a char-
ception and attention to nearby, local, or observ- acter may be “Likely to” do. Common Sense af-
able detail. Characters with high Intuition are still fects skills (see Chap. 8: Skills) such as Agriculture,
limited by the physical world, unable to glean facts Basketweaving, Bookbinding, Brewing, Brickmaking,
or feelings that do not present themselves or are Candlemaking, Cleaning, Cobbling, Cooking, Dis-
fully hidden. Often, what is attributed to Intuition guise, Divination (Alectromancy), Fishing, Foresting,
is subtle information that we are unable to attribute Gambling, Genealogy, Girdlemaking, Grooming,
to its source, so we consider it metaphysical when it Hatmaking, Heraldry, Hide, Inkmaking, Milking,
is not. For instance, a female may have an uneasy Milling, Mining, Minting, Perfumemaking,
feeling when a stranger looks at her. Though she Pewtersmithing, Pottery, Pursemaking, Ropemaking,
does not realize it in this example, the pupils of the Saddlemaking, Search, Sheathemaking, Silence, Skin-
male’s eyes are not dilated but very narrow. This is ning, Soapmaking, Tailoring, Tanning, Teaching,
a biological cue that the male is either in bright sun- Thatching, Tilemaking, Tinkering, Trapping,
light or displeased. Likely, the animal in her human Wainwrighting, Weather Prediction, and Weaving.
nature recognizes his displeasure as he looks at her, Reflection: While Intelligence, or learning,
though she is not consciously aware of the cue. is more concerned with short-term mnemonic ac-
Intuition is a form of knowledge that is indepen- curacy, the accuracy of long-term memory corre-
dent of experience or reason. Some claim that it is lates with a gain in Wisdom over time as the deci-
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 more experiences that are remembered accurately. Ability Checks
Those who do not remember and reflect upon the Instances in the game may occur when abili-
majority of their lives are more likely to make un- ties need to be checked. For instance, a slovenly
wise decisions. The Earliest Memory is determined chambermaid offers herself to a strapping young
by this sub-ability, though it is unaffected by aging. character if and only if he can expediently repeat a
For example, an old character does not remember tongue-twister of her choice. Driven by hormones,
more of their childhood than when they were a the young male agrees, and asks “What is the tongue-
young adult. Reflection affects skills (see Chap. 8: twister?” The chambermaid challenges “Huge hung
Skills) such as Constellations, Etiquette, Remember hero hunks hastily hump horny heaving hot whores.
Detail, and Weather Prediction. How‘bout it, huh?” To make an ability check, roll
3d10 and apply the Skill Modifier to the result. A 6
or less always represents failure or a fumble. This
Skill Modifiers number may be compared with a difficulty thresh-
Each ability and sub-ability has a Skill Modi- old (TH) determined by the Aedile or the roll of
fier. Whenever a skill is used or must be checked, another player. In the example provided above re-
abilities may modify the roll of a skill. Individual garding tongue-twisting, the Aedile may have secretly
skills may use Skill Modifiers from multiple abilities decided the TH to be 20. The player of the strap-
or sub-abilities. Information on skills and how Skill ping young character tests his character’s Enuncia-
Modifiers function may be found in Chapter 8: Skills. tion sub-ability at the moment by rolling 3d10 and
For example, if a character attempts to at- applying the Skill Modifier from Enunciation to the
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tack another, intending to hack a cleaver into their roll. He rolls 11 and the Aedile tells him that he
head, the character must consult a skill for that par- tried to say it faster than he was capable at the mo-
ticular weapon. If this character is skillful, then they ment. To the dismay of the character, the chuck-
will probably kill their foe. ling chambermaid abandons him for a lad with a
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Bodily Sprint Sprint Sprint Sprint Sprint Sprint
Sub-ability Skill
A ttrac tive ne s s for He ight for He ight for He ight for He ight for He ight for He ight
s c ore Modifie r
Modifie r 12 ”- 2 3 ” 2 4 ”- 3 5 ” 3 6 ”- 4 7 ” 4 8 ”- 5 9 ” 6 0 ”- 7 1” 7 2 ”- 8 3 ”
1 -6 - 99 - 99 1 1 1 1 1 1
7 -1 2 - 74 - 74 6 7 9 12 14 15
1 3 -1 8 - 64 - 64 8 10 12 16 20 21
1 9 -2 4 - 56 - 56 9 12 14 19 24 25
2 5 -3 0 - 50 - 50 11 14 16 22 28 29
3 1 -3 6 - 44 - 44 12 15 18 25 31 33
3 7 -4 2 - 38 - 38 13 16 20 27 34 36
4 3 -4 8 - 34 - 34 14 18 21 29 37 38
4 9 -5 4 - 29 - 29 15 19 23 31 39 41
5 5 -6 0 - 25 - 25 16 20 24 33 41 43
6 1 -6 6 - 21 - 21 16 21 25 34 43 46
6 7 -7 2 - 17 - 17 17 22 27 36 46 48
7 3 -7 8 - 13 - 13 18 23 28 38 48 50
7 9 -8 4 - 10 - 10 19 24 29 39 49 52
8 5 -9 0 -6 -6 19 25 30 41 51 54
9 1 -9 6 -3 -3 20 25 31 42 53 56
9 7 -1 0 2 - - 20 26 32 43 55 58
1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3 +3 21 27 33 45 56 59
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1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9 +9 22 28 35 47 60 63
1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12 + 12 23 29 35 48 61 64
1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14 + 14 23 30 36 49 63 66
1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17 + 17 24 30 37 51 64 67
1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20 + 20 24 31 38 52 65 69
1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22 + 22 25 32 39 53 67 70
1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25 + 25 25 32 40 54 68 72
1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27 + 27 26 33 40 55 69 73
1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30 + 30 26 34 41 56 71 74
1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32 + 32 27 34 42 57 72 76
1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34 + 34 27 35 43 58 73 77
1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37 + 37 28 35 43 59 75 78
1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39 + 39 28 36 44 60 76 80
1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41 + 41 28 37 45 61 77 81
1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43 + 43 29 37 45 62 78 82
2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45 + 45 29 38 46 63 79 83
2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47 + 47 30 38 47 64 80 85
2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49 + 49 30 39 47 64 82 86
2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52 + 52 31 39 48 65 83 87
2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54 + 54 31 40 49 66 84 88
2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56 + 56 31 40 49 67 85 89
2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58 + 58 32 41 50 68 86 90
2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59 + 59 32 41 50 69 87 91
2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61 + 61 32 42 51 70 88 93
2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63 + 63 33 42 52 70 89 94
2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65 + 65 33 43 52 71 90 95
2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67 + 67 34 43 53 72 91 96
2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69 + 69 34 44 53 73 92 97
2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71 + 71 34 44 54 73 93 98
2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72 + 72 35 45 54 74 94 99
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Sprint Sprint Sprint Sprint Sprint Sprint Sprint
Sub-ability Skill
for He ight for He ight for He ight for He ight for He ight for He ight for He ight
s c ore Modifie r
8 4 ”- 9 5 ” 9 6 ”- 10 7 ” 10 8 ”- 119 ” 12 0 ”- 13 1” 13 2 ”- 14 3 ” 14 4 ”- 15 5 ” 15 6 ”- 16 7 ”
1 -6 - 99 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
7 -1 2 - 74 16 17 17 18 19 19 20
1 3 -1 8 - 64 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
1 9 -2 4 - 56 27 28 29 30 32 33 34
2 5 -3 0 - 50 31 32 34 35 36 38 39
3 1 -3 6 - 44 34 36 37 39 41 42 44
3 7 -4 2 - 38 37 39 41 43 44 46 48
4 3 -4 8 - 34 40 42 44 46 48 50 52
4 9 -5 4 - 29 43 45 47 49 51 53 55
5 5 -6 0 - 25 46 48 50 52 54 56 58
6 1 -6 6 - 21 48 50 52 55 57 59 62
6 7 -7 2 - 17 50 53 55 57 60 62 64
7 3 -7 8 - 13 52 55 57 60 62 65 67
7 9 -8 4 - 10 55 57 60 62 65 67 70
8 5 -9 0 -6 57 59 62 65 67 70 73
9 1 -9 6 -3 59 61 64 67 70 72 75
9 7 -1 0 2 - 60 63 66 69 72 75 78
1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3 62 65 68 71 74 77 80
1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6 64 67 70 73 76 79 82
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1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9 66 69 72 75 78 81 84
1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12 67 71 74 77 80 83 87
1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14 69 72 76 79 82 85 89
1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17 71 74 77 81 84 87 91
1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20 72 76 79 83 86 89 93
1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22 74 77 81 84 88 91 95
1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25 75 79 82 86 90 93 97
1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27 77 80 84 88 91 95 99
1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30 78 82 86 89 93 97 100
1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32 80 83 87 91 95 99 102
1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34 81 85 89 93 96 100 104
1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37 82 86 90 94 98 102 106
1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39 84 88 92 96 100 104 108
1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41 85 89 93 97 101 105 109
1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43 86 90 95 99 103 107 111
2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45 88 92 96 100 104 108 113
2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47 89 93 97 102 106 110 114
2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49 90 94 99 103 107 112 116
2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52 91 96 100 104 109 113 117
2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54 93 97 101 106 110 115 119
2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56 94 98 103 107 112 116 121
2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58 95 99 104 109 113 118 122
2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59 96 101 105 110 114 119 124
2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61 97 102 107 111 116 120 125
2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63 98 103 108 112 117 122 127
2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65 100 104 109 114 119 123 128
2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67 101 105 110 115 120 125 129
2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69 102 107 111 116 121 126 131
2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71 103 108 113 118 122 127 132
2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72 104 109 114 119 124 129 134
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Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r D am ag e Life Points Mod. Cle an & Je rk B e n c h Pr e s s D e ad Lift
1 -6 - 99 - 99% -8 0 1 1
7 -1 2 - 74 - 74% -8 4 8 12
1 3 -1 8 - 64 - 64% -7 7 15 22
1 9 -2 4 - 56 - 56% -7 11 22 33
2 5 -3 0 - 50 - 50% -6 14 29 43
3 1 -3 6 - 44 - 44% -6 18 36 54
3 7 -4 2 - 38 - 38% -5 21 43 64
4 3 -4 8 - 34 - 34% -5 25 50 75
4 9 -5 4 - 29 - 29% -4 28 57 85
5 5 -6 0 - 25 - 25% -4 32 64 96
6 1 -6 6 - 21 - 21% -3 35 71 106
6 7 -7 2 - 17 - 17% -3 37 78 115
7 3 -7 8 - 13 - 13% -2 42 85 127
7 9 -8 4 - 10 - 10% -2 46 92 138
8 5 -9 0 -6 - 6% -1 49 99 148
9 1 -9 6 -3 - 3% -1 53 106 159
9 7 -1 0 2 - - - 56 113 169
1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3 + 3% +1 60 120 180
1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6 + 6% +1 63 127 190
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1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12 + 12% +2 70 141 211
1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14 + 14% +3 74 148 222
1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17 + 17% +3 77 155 232
1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20 + 20% +4 81 162 243
1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22 + 22% +4 84 169 253
1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25 + 25% +5 88 176 264
1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27 + 27% +5 91 183 274
1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30 + 30% +6 95 190 285
1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32 + 32% +6 98 197 295
1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34 + 34% +7 102 204 306
1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37 + 37% +7 105 211 316
1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39 + 39% +8 109 218 327
1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41 + 41% +8 113 225 338
1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43 + 43% +9 116 232 348
2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45 + 45% +9 119 239 358
2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47 + 47% + 10 123 246 369
2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49 + 49% + 10 126 253 379
2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52 + 52% + 11 130 260 390
2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54 + 54% + 11 133 267 400
2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56 + 56% + 12 137 274 411
2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58 + 58% + 12 140 281 421
2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59 + 59% + 13 142 288 430
2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61 + 61% + 13 147 295 442
2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63 + 63% + 14 151 302 453
2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65 + 65% + 14 154 309 463
2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67 + 67% + 15 158 316 474
2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69 + 69% + 15 161 323 484
2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71 + 71% + 16 165 330 495
2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72 + 72% + 16 168 337 505
2 9 5 -3 0 0 + 74 + 74% + 17 171 343 514

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Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r D am ag e Life Points Mod. Cle an & Je rk B e n c h Pr e s s D e ad Lift
3 0 1 -3 0 6 + 76 + 76% + 17 175 350 525
3 0 7 -3 1 2 + 78 + 78% + 18 178 357 535
3 1 3 -3 1 8 + 79 + 79% + 18 182 364 546
3 1 9 -3 2 4 + 81 + 81% + 19 185 371 556
3 2 5 -3 3 0 + 83 + 83% + 19 189 378 567
3 3 1 -3 3 6 + 85 + 85% + 20 192 385 577
3 3 7 -3 4 2 + 86 + 86% + 20 196 392 588
3 4 3 -3 4 8 + 88 + 88% + 21 199 399 598
3 4 9 -3 5 4 + 89 + 89% + 21 203 406 609
3 5 5 -3 6 0 + 91 + 91% + 22 206 413 619
3 6 1 -3 6 6 + 93 + 93% + 22 210 420 630
3 6 7 -3 7 2 + 94 + 94% + 23 213 427 640
3 7 3 -3 7 8 + 96 + 96% + 23 217 434 651
3 7 9 -3 8 4 + 97 + 97% + 24 220 441 661
3 8 5 -3 9 0 + 99 + 99% + 24 224 448 672
3 9 1 -3 9 6 + 101 + 101% + 25 227 455 682
3 9 7 -4 0 2 + 102 + 102% + 25 231 462 693
4 0 3 -4 0 8 + 104 + 104% + 26 234 469 703
4 0 9 -4 1 4 + 105 + 105% + 26 238 476 714
4 1 5 -4 2 0 + 107 + 107% + 27 241 483 724
Chapter 3: Abilities

4 2 1 -4 2 6 + 108 + 108% + 27 245 490 735

4 2 7 -4 3 2 + 110 + 110% + 28 248 497 745
4 3 3 -4 3 8 + 111 + 111% + 28 252 504 756
4 3 9 -4 4 4 + 112 + 112% + 29 255 511 766
4 4 5 -4 5 0 + 114 + 114% + 29 259 518 777
4 5 1 -4 5 6 + 115 + 115% + 30 262 525 787
4 5 7 -4 6 2 + 117 + 117% + 30 266 532 798
4 6 3 -4 6 8 + 118 + 118% + 31 269 539 808
4 6 9 -4 7 4 + 120 + 120% + 31 273 546 819
4 7 5 -4 8 0 + 121 + 121% + 32 276 553 829
4 8 1 -4 8 6 + 122 + 122% + 32 280 560 840
4 8 7 -4 9 2 + 124 + 124% + 33 283 567 850
4 9 3 -4 9 8 + 125 + 125% + 33 287 574 861
4 9 9 -5 0 4 + 126 + 126% + 34 290 581 871
5 0 5 -5 1 0 + 128 + 128% + 34 294 588 882
5 1 1 -5 1 6 + 129 + 129% + 35 297 595 892
5 1 7 -5 2 2 + 131 + 131% + 35 301 602 903
5 2 3 -5 2 8 + 132 + 132% + 36 304 609 913
5 2 9 -5 3 4 + 133 + 133% + 36 308 616 924
5 3 5 -5 4 0 + 134 + 134% + 37 311 623 934
5 4 1 -5 4 6 + 136 + 136% + 37 315 630 945
5 4 7 -5 5 2 + 137 + 137% + 38 318 637 955
5 5 3 -5 5 8 + 138 + 138% + 38 322 644 966
5 5 9 -5 6 4 + 140 + 140% + 39 325 651 976
5 6 5 -5 7 0 + 141 + 141% + 39 329 658 987
5 7 1 -5 7 6 + 142 + 142% + 40 332 665 997
5 7 7 -5 8 2 + 143 + 143% + 40 336 672 1008
5 8 3 -5 8 8 + 145 + 145% + 41 339 679 1018
5 8 9 -5 9 4 + 146 + 146% + 41 343 686 1029
5 9 5 -6 0 0 + 147 + 147% + 42 346 693 1039

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Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r D am ag e Life Points Mod. Cle an & Je rk B e n c h Pr e s s D e ad Lift
6 0 1 -6 0 6 + 148 + 148% + 42 350 700 1,050
6 0 7 -6 1 2 + 150 + 150% + 43 354 707 1,061
6 1 3 -6 1 8 + 151 + 151% + 43 357 714 1,071
6 1 9 -6 2 4 + 152 + 152% + 44 361 721 1,082
6 2 5 -6 3 0 + 153 + 153% + 44 364 728 1,092
6 3 1 -6 3 6 + 155 + 155% + 45 368 735 1,103
6 3 7 -6 4 2 + 156 + 156% + 45 371 742 1,113
6 4 3 -6 4 8 + 157 + 157% + 46 375 749 1,124
6 4 9 -6 5 4 + 158 + 158% + 46 378 756 1,134
6 5 5 -6 6 0 + 159 + 159% + 47 382 763 1,145
6 6 1 -6 6 6 + 161 + 161% + 47 385 770 1,155
6 6 7 -6 7 2 + 162 + 162% + 48 389 777 1,166
6 7 3 -6 7 8 + 163 + 163% + 48 392 784 1,176
6 7 9 -6 8 4 + 164 + 164% + 49 396 791 1,187
6 8 5 -6 9 0 + 165 + 165% + 49 399 798 1,197
6 9 1 -6 9 6 + 166 + 166% + 50 403 805 1,208
6 9 7 -7 0 2 + 168 + 168% + 50 406 812 1,218
7 0 3 -7 0 8 + 169 + 169% + 51 410 819 1,229
7 0 9 -7 1 4 + 170 + 170% + 51 413 826 1,239
7 1 5 -7 2 0 + 171 + 171% + 52 417 833 1,250

Chapter 3: Abilities
7 2 1 -7 2 6 + 172 + 172% + 52 420 840 1,260
7 2 7 -7 3 2 + 173 + 173% + 53 424 847 1,271
7 3 3 -7 3 8 + 174 + 174% + 53 427 854 1,281
7 3 9 -7 4 4 + 175 + 175% + 54 431 861 1,292
7 4 5 -7 5 0 + 177 + 177% + 54 434 868 1,302
7 5 1 -7 5 6 + 178 + 178% + 55 438 875 1,313
7 5 7 -7 6 2 + 179 + 179% + 55 441 882 1,323
7 6 3 -7 6 8 + 180 + 180% + 56 445 889 1,334
7 6 9 -7 7 4 + 181 + 181% + 56 448 896 1,344
7 7 5 -7 8 0 + 182 + 182% + 57 452 903 1,355
7 8 1 -7 8 6 + 183 + 183% + 57 455 910 1,365
7 8 7 -7 9 2 + 184 + 184% + 58 459 917 1,376
7 9 3 -7 9 8 + 185 + 185% + 58 462 924 1,386
7 9 9 -8 0 4 + 186 + 186% + 59 466 931 1,397
8 0 5 -8 1 0 + 188 + 188% + 59 469 938 1,407
8 1 1 -8 1 6 + 189 + 189% + 60 473 945 1,418
8 1 7 -8 2 2 + 190 + 190% + 60 476 952 1,428
8 2 3 -8 2 8 + 191 + 191% + 61 480 959 1,439
8 2 9 -8 3 4 + 192 + 192% + 61 483 966 1,449
8 3 5 -8 4 0 + 193 + 193% + 62 487 973 1,460
8 4 1 -8 4 6 + 194 + 194% + 62 490 980 1,470
8 4 7 -8 5 2 + 195 + 195% + 63 494 987 1,481
8 5 3 -8 5 8 + 196 + 196% + 63 497 994 1,491
8 5 9 -8 6 4 + 197 + 197% + 64 501 1,001 1,502
8 6 5 -8 7 0 + 198 + 198% + 64 504 1,008 1,512
8 7 1 -8 7 6 + 199 + 199% + 65 508 1,005 1,523
8 7 7 -8 8 2 + 200 + 200% + 65 511 1,022 1,533
8 8 3 -8 8 8 + 201 + 201% + 66 515 1,029 1,544
8 8 9 -8 9 4 + 202 + 202% + 66 518 1,036 1,554
8 9 5 -9 0 0 + 203 + 203% + 67 521 1,043 1,564

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Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r D am ag e Life Points Mod. Cle an & Je rk B e n c h Pr e s s D e ad Lift
9 0 1 -9 0 6 + 204 + 204% + 67 525 1,050 1,575
9 0 7 -9 1 2 + 205 + 205% + 68 529 1,057 1,586
9 1 3 -9 1 8 + 206 + 206% + 68 532 1,064 1,596
9 1 9 -9 2 4 + 207 + 207% + 69 536 1,071 1,607
9 2 5 -9 3 0 + 208 + 208% + 69 539 1,078 1,617
9 3 1 -9 3 6 + 209 + 209% + 70 543 1,085 1,628
9 3 7 -9 4 2 + 210 + 210% + 70 546 1,092 1,638
9 4 3 -9 4 8 + 211 + 211% + 71 550 1,099 1,649
9 4 9 -9 5 4 + 212 + 212% + 71 553 1,106 1,659
9 5 5 -9 6 0 + 213 + 213% + 72 557 1,113 1,670
9 6 1 -9 6 6 + 214 + 214% + 72 560 1,120 1,680
9 6 7 -9 7 2 + 215 + 215% + 73 564 1,127 1,691
9 7 3 -9 7 8 + 216 + 216% + 73 567 1,134 1,701
9 7 9 -9 8 4 + 217 + 217% + 74 571 1,141 1,712
9 8 5 -9 9 0 + 218 + 218% + 74 574 1,148 1,722
9 9 1 -9 9 6 + 219 + 219% + 75 578 1,155 1,733
9 9 7 -9 0 2 + 220 + 220% + 75 581 1,162 1,743
1 , 0 0 3 -1 , 0 0 8 + 221 + 221% + 76 585 1,169 1,754
1 , 0 0 9 -1 , 0 1 4 + 222 + 222% + 76 588 1,176 1,764
1 , 0 1 5 -1 , 0 2 0 + 223 + 223% + 77 592 1,183 1,775
Chapter 3: Abilities

1 , 0 2 1 -1 , 0 2 6 + 224 + 224% + 77 595 1,190 1,785

1 , 0 2 7 -1 , 0 3 2 + 225 + 225% + 78 599 1,197 1,796
1 , 0 3 3 -1 , 0 3 8 + 226 + 226% + 78 602 1,204 1,806
1 , 0 3 9 -1 , 0 4 4 + 227 + 227% + 79 606 1,211 1,817
1 , 0 4 5 -1 , 0 5 0 + 227 + 227% + 79 609 1,218 1,827
1 , 0 5 1 -1 , 0 5 6 + 228 + 228% + 80 613 1,225 1,838
1 , 0 5 7 -1 , 0 6 2 + 229 + 229% + 80 616 1,232 1,848
1 , 0 6 3 -1 , 0 6 8 + 230 + 230% + 81 620 1,239 1,859
1 , 0 6 9 -1 , 0 7 4 + 231 + 231% + 81 623 1,246 1,869
1 , 0 7 5 -1 , 0 8 0 + 232 + 232% + 82 627 1,253 1,880
1 , 0 8 1 -1 , 0 8 6 + 233 + 233% + 82 630 1,260 1,890
1 , 0 8 7 -1 , 0 9 2 + 234 + 234% + 83 634 1,267 1,901
1 , 0 9 3 -1 , 1 9 8 + 235 + 235% + 83 637 1,274 1,911
1 , 0 9 9 -1 , 1 0 4 + 236 + 236% + 84 641 1,281 1,922
1 , 1 0 5 -1 , 1 1 0 + 237 + 237% + 84 644 1,288 1,932
1 , 1 1 1 -1 , 1 1 6 + 238 + 238% + 85 648 1,295 1,943
1 , 1 1 7 -1 , 1 2 2 + 239 + 239% + 85 651 1,302 1,953
1 , 1 2 3 -1 , 1 2 8 + 239 + 239% + 86 655 1,309 1,964
1 , 1 2 9 -1 , 1 3 4 + 240 + 240% + 86 658 1,316 1,974
1 , 1 3 5 -1 , 1 4 0 + 241 + 241% + 87 662 1,323 1,985
1 , 1 4 1 -1 , 1 4 6 + 242 + 242% + 87 665 1,330 1,995
1 , 1 4 7 -1 , 1 5 2 + 243 + 243% + 88 669 1,337 2,006
1 , 1 5 3 -1 , 1 5 8 + 244 + 244% + 88 672 1,344 2,016
1 , 1 5 9 -1 , 1 6 4 + 245 + 245% + 89 676 1,351 2,027
1 , 1 6 5 -1 , 1 7 0 + 246 + 246% + 89 679 1,358 2,037
1 , 1 7 1 -1 , 1 7 6 + 247 + 247% + 90 683 1,365 2,048
1 , 1 7 7 -1 , 1 8 2 + 247 + 247% + 90 686 1,372 2,058
1 , 1 8 3 -1 , 1 8 8 + 248 + 248% + 91 690 1,379 2,069
1 , 1 8 9 -1 , 1 9 4 + 249 + 249% + 91 693 1,386 2,079
1 , 1 9 5 -1 , 2 0 0 + 250 + 250% + 92 696 1,393 2,089

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 Phy s ique : Bodily A ttrac tive ne s s
Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r
1 -6 - 99
7 -1 2 - 74
1 3 -1 8 - 64
1 9 -2 4 - 56
2 5 -3 0 - 50
3 1 -3 6 - 44
3 7 -4 2 - 38
4 3 -4 8 - 34
4 9 -5 4 - 29
5 5 -6 0 - 25
6 1 -6 6 - 21
6 7 -7 2 - 17
7 3 -7 8 - 13
7 9 -8 4 - 10
8 5 -9 0 -6
9 1 -9 6 -3
9 7 -1 0 2 -
1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3
1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6
1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9

Chapter 3: Abilities
1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12
1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14
1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17
1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20
1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22
1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25
1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27
1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30
1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32
1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34
1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37
1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39
1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41
1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43
2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45
2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47
2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49
2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52
2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54
2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56
2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58
2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59
2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61
2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63
2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65
2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67
2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69
2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71
2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72
2 9 5 -3 0 0 + 74

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Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r Life Points Modifie r Intoxic ation/Vom it A lle rgie s Illne s s Im m unity
1 -6 - 99 - 20 + 99 6 0%
7 -1 2 - 74 - 15 + 74 5 14%
1 3 -1 8 - 64 - 13 + 64 5 20%
1 9 -2 4 - 56 - 11 + 56 5 24%
2 5 -3 0 - 50 - 10 + 50 4 28%
3 1 -3 6 - 44 -9 + 44 4 32%
3 7 -4 2 - 38 -7 + 38 4 35%
4 3 -4 8 - 34 -6 + 34 3 37%
4 9 -5 4 - 29 -5 + 29 3 40%
5 5 -6 0 - 25 -5 + 25 3 42%
6 1 -6 6 - 21 -4 + 21 2 45%
6 7 -7 2 - 17 -3 + 17 2 47%
7 3 -7 8 - 13 -2 + 13 2 49%
7 9 -8 4 - 10 -1 + 10 1 51%
8 5 -9 0 -6 -1 +6 1 53%
9 1 -9 6 -3 -1 +3 1 55%
9 7 -1 0 2 - - - - 57%
1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3 +1 -3 - 58%
1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6 +2 -6 - 60%
1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9 +2 -9 - 62%
Chapter 3: Abilities

1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12 +3 - 12 - 63%
1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14 +4 - 14 - 65%
1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17 +4 - 17 - 66%
1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20 +5 - 20 - 68%
1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22 +5 - 22 - 69%
1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25 +6 - 25 - 71%
1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27 +6 - 27 - 72%
1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30 +7 - 30 - 73%
1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32 +7 - 32 - 75%
1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34 +8 - 34 - 76%
1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37 +8 - 37 - 77%
1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39 +9 - 39 - 79%
1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41 +9 - 41 - 80%
1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43 + 10 - 43 - 81%
2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45 + 10 - 45 - 82%
2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47 + 10 - 47 - 84%
2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49 + 11 - 49 - 85%
2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52 + 11 - 52 - 86%
2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54 + 12 - 54 - 87%
2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56 + 12 - 56 - 88%
2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58 + 13 - 58 - 89%
2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59 + 13 - 59 - 91%
2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61 + 13 - 61 - 92%
2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63 + 14 - 63 - 93%
2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65 + 14 - 65 - 94%
2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67 + 14 - 67 - 95%
2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69 + 15 - 69 - 96%
2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71 + 15 - 71 - 97%
2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72 + 16 - 72 - 98%
2 9 5 -3 0 0 + 74 + 16 - 74 - 99%

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 Charis m a: Fac ial
Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r D e s c ription TEMPUS.ERIT.QUO.VOS.SPECULUM.
1 -6 - 99 Monstrous VIDISSE.PIGEBIT
7 -1 2 - 74 Hi de ous
1 3 -1 8 - 64 De for me d
1 9 -2 4 - 56 Di sgusti ng The time will come when you will be
2 5 -3 0 - 50 Re pul si v e sorry to have looked into your mirror.
3 1 -3 6 - 44 Ugl y
3 7 -4 2 - 38 Unc ome l y
4 3 -4 8 - 34 Re pe l l i ng
4 9 -5 4 - 29 Unsi ghtl y
5 5 -6 0 - 25 But-he r-fa c e 1
6 1 -6 6 - 21 Il l -l ook i ng
6 7 -7 2 - 17 Home l y
7 3 -7 8 - 13 Pl a i n
7 9 -8 4 - 10 Pl a i n
8 5 -9 0 -6 Pl a i n
9 1 -9 6 -3 Pl a i n
9 7 -1 0 2 - Pl a i n
1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3 Pl a i n
1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6 Pl a i n
1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9 Pl a i n

Chapter 3: Abilities
1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12 Pl a i n
1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14 Attra c ti v e
1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17 Inv i ti ng
1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20 E nti c i ng
1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22 E nti c i ng
1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25 Good-l ook i ng
1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27 Good-l ook i ng
1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30 Come l y
1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32 Come l y
1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34 Al l uri ng
1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37 Al l uri ng
1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39 E nc ha nti ng
1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41 E nc ha nti ng
1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43 Fa sc i na ti ng
2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45 Fa sc i na ti ng
2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47 Tr ue be a uty
2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49 Tr ue be a uty
2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52 Ca use s we tne ss
2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54 Ca use s we tne ss
2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56 Inspi re s j e a l ousy
2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58 Inspi re s j e a l ousy
2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59 Inspi re s l ust
2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61 Inspi re s l ust
2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63 Stra nge rs must sta re
2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65 Stra nge rs must sta re
1. Although most who are unfamiliar with this term think it is
2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67 Al l othe rs must sta re
‘butterface’ when heard the first time, ‘but-her-face’ describes
2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69 Al l othe rs must sta re when every physical aspect of a female character looks good,
2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71 Posi ti v e l y ma dde ni ng but her face. This term should not be taken literally, since the
2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72 O rga sm from v i e wi ng character described by this term may not be female, or may
2 9 5 -3 0 0 + 74 Pe rfe c ti on have low Bodily Attractiveness as well.

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 Charis m a: Voc al Charis m a: Kine tic
Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r D e s c ription Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r D e s c ription
1 -6 - 99 Ga y 1 -6 - 99 De ge ne ra te
7 -1 2 - 74 We a k 7 -1 2 - 74 Lumbe ri ng
1 3 -1 8 - 64 De ta c he d 1 3 -1 8 - 64 Louti sh
1 9 -2 4 - 56 Whi ne y 1 9 -2 4 - 56 Rough
2 5 -3 0 - 50 Soft 2 5 -3 0 - 50 Ine pt
3 1 -3 6 - 44 Ra spy 3 1 -3 6 - 44 Unc outh
3 7 -4 2 - 38 Shri l l 3 7 -4 2 - 38 Ungra c e ful
4 3 -4 8 - 34 Sc ra tc hy 4 3 -4 8 - 34 Coa rse
4 9 -5 4 - 29 Hoa rse 4 9 -5 4 - 29 Bungl i ng
5 5 -6 0 - 25 Monotone 5 5 -6 0 - 25 Unre fi ne d
6 1 -6 6 - 21 Al wa y s sa y s “uh” or “um” 6 1 -6 6 - 21 Abr upt
6 7 -7 2 - 17 Al wa y s sa y s “uh” or “um” 6 7 -7 2 - 17 Awk wa rd
7 3 -7 8 - 13 Nor ma l 7 3 -7 8 - 13 O rdi na ry
7 9 -8 4 - 10 Nor ma l 7 9 -8 4 - 10 O rdi na ry
8 5 -9 0 -6 Nor ma l 8 5 -9 0 -6 O rdi na ry
9 1 -9 6 -3 Nor ma l 9 1 -9 6 -3 O rdi na ry
9 7 -1 0 2 - Nor ma l 9 7 -1 0 2 - O rdi na ry
1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3 Nor ma l 1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3 O rdi na ry
1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6 Nor ma l 1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6 O rdi na ry
1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9 Nor ma l 1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9 O rdi na ry
Chapter 3: Abilities

1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12 Nor ma l 1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12 O rdi na ry
1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14 Av oi ds sa y i ng “uh” or “um” 1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14 Smooth
1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17 Av oi ds sa y i ng “uh” or “um” 1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17 Smooth
1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20 E ffe c ti v e l y use s v oc a l pa use s 1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20 Fl owi ng
1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22 E ffe c ti v e l y use s v oc a l pa use s 1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22 Fl owi ng
1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25 Ry thmi c 1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25 Be c omi ng
1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27 Ry thmi c 1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27 Be c omi ng
1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30 Me l odi c 1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30 Re fi ne d
1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32 Me l odi c 1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32 Re fi ne d
1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34 Me l odi c 1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34 Pol i she d
1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37 Strong 1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37 Pol i she d
1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39 Strong 1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39 Pol i she d
1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41 Strong 1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41 Gra c e ful
1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43 Strong 1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43 Gra c e ful
2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45 Confi de nt 2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45 Gra c e ful
2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47 Confi de nt 2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47 Na tura l
2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49 Confi de nt 2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49 Na tura l
2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52 Confi de nt 2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52 Na tura l
2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54 Cl e a r 2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54 Sl e e k
2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56 Cl e a r 2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56 Sl e e k
2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58 Cl e a r 2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58 Sl e e k
2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59 Cl e a r 2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59 Sua v e
2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61 Proj e c ti ng 2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61 Sua v e
2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63 Proj e c ti ng 2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63 Sua v e
2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65 Proj e c ti ng 2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65 Ca t-l i k e
2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67 Proj e c ti ng 2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67 Ca t-l i k e
2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69 O the rworl dl y 2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69 Ca t-l i k e
2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71 O the rworl dl y 2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71 Gl a brous
2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72 O the rworl dl y 2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72 Gl a brous
2 9 5 -3 0 0 + 74 O the rworl dl y 2 9 5 -3 0 0 + 74 Gl a brous

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Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r A ve rage Spe e c h Rate Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r Finge r Pre c is ion
1 -6 - 99 1 1 -6 - 99 1 foot
7 -1 2 - 74 5 7 -1 2 - 74 6 i nc he s
1 3 -1 8 - 64 20 1 3 -1 8 - 64 2 i nc he s
1 9 -2 4 - 56 40 1 9 -2 4 - 56 1 i nc h
2 5 -3 0 - 50 60 2 5 -3 0 - 50 1 /2 i nc h
3 1 -3 6 - 44 80 3 1 -3 6 - 44 3 /8 i nc h
3 7 -4 2 - 38 90 3 7 -4 2 - 38 1 /4 i nc h
4 3 -4 8 - 34 1 0 0 or 2 7 0 (5 0 %) 4 3 -4 8 - 34 1 /4 i nc h
4 9 -5 4 - 29 1 1 0 or 2 6 0 (5 0 %) 4 9 -5 4 - 29 1 /4 i nc h
5 5 -6 0 - 25 1 1 5 or 2 5 0 (5 0 %) 5 5 -6 0 - 25 1 /8 th i nc h
6 1 -6 6 - 21 1 2 0 or 2 4 0 (5 0 %) 6 1 -6 6 - 21 1 /8 th i nc h
6 7 -7 2 - 17 1 2 5 or 2 3 0 (5 0 %) 6 7 -7 2 - 17 1 /8 th i nc h
7 3 -7 8 - 13 1 3 0 or 2 2 0 (5 0 %) 7 3 -7 8 - 13 1 /1 6 th i nc h
7 9 -8 4 - 10 1 3 5 or 2 1 0 (5 0 %) 7 9 -8 4 - 10 1 /1 6 th i nc h
8 5 -9 0 -6 1 4 0 or 2 0 0 (5 0 %) 8 5 -9 0 -6 1 /1 6 th i nc h
9 1 -9 6 -3 1 4 5 or 1 9 5 (5 0 %) 9 1 -9 6 -3 1 /1 6 th i nc h
9 7 -1 0 2 - 1 5 0 or 1 9 0 (5 0 %) 9 7 -1 0 2 - 1 /1 6 th i nc h
1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3 1 5 2 or 1 8 7 (5 0 %) 1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3 1 /3 2 nd i nc h
1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6 1 5 5 or 1 8 5 (5 0 %) 1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6 1 /3 2 nd i nc h
1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9 1 5 7 or 1 8 2 (5 0 %) 1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9 1 /3 2 nd i nc h

Chapter 3: Abilities
1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12 1 6 0 or 1 8 0 (5 0 %) 1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12 1 /3 2 nd i nc h
1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14 1 6 2 or 1 7 7 (5 0 %) 1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14 1 /3 2 nd i nc h
1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17 1 6 5 or 1 7 5 (5 0 %) 1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17 1 /6 4 th i nc h
1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20 1 6 7 or 1 7 2 (5 0 %) 1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20 1 /6 4 th i nc h
1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22 170 1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22 1 /6 4 th i nc h
1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25 170 1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25 1 /6 4 th i nc h
1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27 170 1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27 1 /6 4 th i nc h
1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30 170 1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30 1 /1 0 0 th i nc h
1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32 170 1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32 1 /1 0 0 th i nc h
1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34 170 1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34 1 /1 0 0 th i nc h
1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37 170 1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37 1 /1 0 0 th i nc h
1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39 170 1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39 1 /1 0 0 th i nc h
1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41 170 1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41 1 /2 5 0 th i nc h
1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43 170 1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43 1 /2 5 0 th i nc h
2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45 170 2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45 1 /2 5 0 th i nc h
2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47 170 2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47 1 /2 5 0 th i nc h
2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49 170 2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49 1 /2 5 0 th i nc h
2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52 170 2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52 1 /2 5 0 th i nc h
2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54 170 2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54 1 /5 0 0 th i nc h
2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56 170 2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56 1 /5 0 0 th i nc h
2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58 170 2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58 1 /5 0 0 th i nc h
2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59 170 2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59 1 /5 0 0 th i nc h
2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61 170 2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61 1 /5 0 0 th i nc h
2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63 170 2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63 1 /5 0 0 th i nc h
2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65 170 2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65 1 /1 , 0 0 0 th i nc h
2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67 170 2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67 1 /1 , 0 0 0 th i nc h
2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69 170 2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69 1 /1 , 0 0 0 th i nc h
2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71 170 2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71 1 /1 , 0 0 0 th i nc h
2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72 170 2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72 1 /1 , 0 0 0 th i nc h
2 9 5 -3 0 0 + 74 170 2 9 5 -3 0 0 + 74 1 /1 , 0 0 0 th i nc h

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 D e xte rity : A gility
Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r A r m or Brawling A ttac ks /round Se c onds to Stand
1 -6 - 99 - 16 1 /4 9
7 -1 2 - 74 - 15 1 /3 8
1 3 -1 8 - 64 - 14 1 /2 8
1 9 -2 4 - 56 - 13 1 7
2 5 -3 0 - 50 - 12 1 6
3 1 -3 6 - 44 - 11 2 5
3 7 -4 2 - 38 - 10 2 4
4 3 -4 8 - 34 -9 2 3
4 9 -5 4 - 29 -8 2 3
5 5 -6 0 - 25 -7 2 3
6 1 -6 6 - 21 -6 2 3
6 7 -7 2 - 17 -5 2 3
7 3 -7 8 - 13 -4 2 3
7 9 -8 4 - 10 -3 2 3
8 5 -9 0 -6 -2 2 3
9 1 -9 6 -3 -1 2 3
9 7 -1 0 2 - - 2 3
1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3 +1 2 3
1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6 +2 2 3
1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9 +3 2 3
Chapter 3: Abilities

1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12 +4 2 3
1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14 +5 2 3
1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17 +6 2 3
1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20 +7 2 3
1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22 +8 3 2
1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25 +9 3 2
1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27 + 10 3 2
1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30 + 11 3 2
1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32 + 12 3 2
1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34 + 13 4 2
1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37 + 14 4 2
1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39 + 15 4 2
1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41 + 16 4 2
1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43 + 17 4 2
2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45 + 18 4 2
2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47 + 19 4 2
2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49 + 20 4 2
2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52 + 21 4 2
2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54 + 22 4 2
2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56 + 23 5 2
2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58 + 24 5 2
2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59 + 25 5 2
2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61 + 26 5 2
2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63 + 27 5 2
2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65 + 28 5 2
2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67 + 29 5 2
2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69 + 30 5 2
2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71 + 31 5 2
2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72 + 32 5 2
2 9 5 -3 0 0 + 74 + 33 6 1

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 D e xte rity : Re ac tion Spe e d
Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r D e e p Sle e p Re c ove r y
1 -6 - 99 7
7 -1 2 - 74 7
1 3 -1 8 - 64 6
1 9 -2 4 - 56 6
2 5 -3 0 - 50 5
3 1 -3 6 - 44 5
3 7 -4 2 - 38 4
4 3 -4 8 - 34 4
4 9 -5 4 - 29 3
5 5 -6 0 - 25 3
6 1 -6 6 - 21 2
6 7 -7 2 - 17 2
7 3 -7 8 - 13 2
7 9 -8 4 - 10 2
8 5 -9 0 -6 2
9 1 -9 6 -3 2
9 7 -1 0 2 - 2
1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3 2
1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6 2
1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9 2

Chapter 3: Abilities
1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12 2
1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14 2
1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17 2
1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20 2
1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22 1
1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25 1
1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27 1
1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30 1
1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32 1
1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34 1
1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37 1
1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39 1
1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41 1
1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43 0
2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45 0
2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47 0
2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49 0
2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52 0
2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54 0
2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56 0
2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58 0
2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59 0
2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61 0
2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63 0
2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65 0
2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67 0
2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69 0
2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71 0
2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72 0
2 9 5 -3 0 0 + 74 0

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 D e xte rity : Enunc iation
Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r Maxim um Spe e c h Rate Tim e to Cas t a Spe ll
1 -6 - 99 40 Una bl e to c ha nt prope rl y
7 -1 2 - 74 50 Una bl e to c ha nt prope rl y
1 3 -1 8 - 64 60 Una bl e to c ha nt prope rl y
1 9 -2 4 - 56 70 + 130%
2 5 -3 0 - 50 80 + 120%
3 1 -3 6 - 44 90 + 110%
3 7 -4 2 - 38 100 + 100%
4 3 -4 8 - 34 110 + 90%
4 9 -5 4 - 29 120 + 80%
5 5 -6 0 - 25 130 + 70%
6 1 -6 6 - 21 140 + 60%
6 7 -7 2 - 17 150 + 50%
7 3 -7 8 - 13 160 + 40%
7 9 -8 4 - 10 170 + 30%
8 5 -9 0 -6 180 + 20%
9 1 -9 6 -3 190 + 10%
9 7 -1 0 2 - 200 -
1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3 210 - 2%
1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6 220 - 4%
1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9 230 - 6%
Chapter 3: Abilities

1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12 240 - 8%
1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14 250 - 10%
1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17 260 - 12%
1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20 270 - 14%
1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22 280 - 16%
1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25 290 - 18%
1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27 300 - 20%
1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30 310 - 22%
1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32 320 - 24%
1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34 330 - 26%
1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37 340 - 28%
1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39 350 - 30%
1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41 360 - 32%
1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43 370 - 34%
2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45 380 - 36%
2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47 390 - 38%
2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49 400 - 40%
2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52 410 - 42%
2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54 420 - 44%
2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56 430 - 46%
2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58 440 - 48%
2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59 450 - 50%
2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61 460 - 52%
2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63 470 - 54%
2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65 480 - 56%
2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67 490 - 58%
2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69 500 - 60%
2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71 510 - 62%
2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72 520 - 64%
2 9 5 -3 0 0 + 74 530 - 66%

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 Inte llige nc e : Language
Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r Pos s ible # Le ar ne d Voc abular y Lim it
1 -6 - 99 0 NA
7 -1 2 - 74 0 NA
1 3 -1 8 - 64 0 Ga -ga
1 9 -2 4 - 56 1 Mom
2 5 -3 0 - 50 1 Horse
3 1 -3 6 - 44 1 Woma n
3 7 -4 2 - 38 1 Vi ol a te
4 3 -4 8 - 34 1 De l i c i ous
4 9 -5 4 - 29 1 Insa ni ty
5 5 -6 0 - 25 1 Wa v e ri ng
6 1 -6 6 - 21 1 Pre pa ra ti on
6 7 -7 2 - 17 2 Combi na ti on
7 3 -7 8 - 13 2 Authori ze
7 9 -8 4 - 10 2 Substa nti a l
8 5 -9 0 -6 2 E xpe ri me nta l
9 1 -9 6 -3 2 Conv e rsi on
9 7 -1 0 2 - 3 Insta nta ne ous
1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3 3 Undi sma y e d
1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6 3 Be gui l e
1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9 3 Tra nsc e nde nta l

Chapter 3: Abilities
1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12 3 Di sc ursi v i ty
1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14 4 Pa ra di gma ti c
1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17 4 Contuma c i ous
1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20 4 Pe rni c i ousne ss
1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22 4 Di sa pproba ti on
1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25 5 Ne mi ne c ontra di c e nte
1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27 5 Anti di se sta bl i shme nta ri a ni sm
1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30 5 -
1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32 5 -
1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34 6 -
1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37 6 -
1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39 6 -
1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41 6 -
1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43 7 -
2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45 7 -
2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47 7 -
2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49 7 -
2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52 8 -
2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54 8 -
2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56 8 -
2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58 8 -
2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59 9 -
2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61 9 -
2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63 9 -
2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65 9 -
2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67 10 -
2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69 10 -
2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71 10 -
2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72 10 -
2 9 5 -3 0 0 + 74 11 -

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 Inte llige nc e : Math Inte llige nc e : A naly tic
Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r Highe s t Pos s ible Math Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r
1 -6 - 99 Addi ti on 1 -6 - 99
7 -1 2 - 74 Addi ti on 7 -1 2 - 74
1 3 -1 8 - 64 Addi ti on 1 3 -1 8 - 64
1 9 -2 4 - 56 Subtra c ti on 1 9 -2 4 - 56
2 5 -3 0 - 50 Subtra c ti on 2 5 -3 0 - 50
3 1 -3 6 - 44 Subtra c ti on 3 1 -3 6 - 44
3 7 -4 2 - 38 Mul ti pl i c a ti on 3 7 -4 2 - 38
4 3 -4 8 - 34 Mul ti pl i c a ti on 4 3 -4 8 - 34
4 9 -5 4 - 29 Mul ti pl i c a ti on 4 9 -5 4 - 29
5 5 -6 0 - 25 Di v i si on 5 5 -6 0 - 25
6 1 -6 6 - 21 Di v i si on 6 1 -6 6 - 21
6 7 -7 2 - 17 Di v i si on 6 7 -7 2 - 17
7 3 -7 8 - 13 Fra c ti ons 7 3 -7 8 - 13
7 9 -8 4 - 10 Fra c ti ons 7 9 -8 4 - 10
8 5 -9 0 -6 Fra c ti ons 8 5 -9 0 -6
9 1 -9 6 -3 Al ge bra 9 1 -9 6 -3
9 7 -1 0 2 - Al ge bra 9 7 -1 0 2 -
1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3 Al ge bra 1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3
1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6 Ge ome try 1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6
1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9 Ge ome try 1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9
Chapter 3: Abilities

1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12 Ge ome try 1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12
1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14 Tri gonome try 1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14
1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17 Tri gonome try 1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17
1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20 Tri gonome try 1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20
1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22 Tri gonome try 1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22
1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25 Tri gonome try 1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25
1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27 Tri gonome try 1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27
1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30 Tri gonome try 1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30
1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32 Tri gonome try 1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32
1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34 Tri gonome try 1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34
1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37 Tri gonome try 1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37
1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39 Tri gonome try 1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39
1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41 Tri gonome try 1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41
1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43 Tri gonome try 1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43
2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45 Tri gonome try 2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45
2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47 Tri gonome try 2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47
2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49 Tri gonome try 2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49
2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52 Tri gonome try 2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52
2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54 Tri gonome try 2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54
2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56 Tri gonome try 2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56
2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58 Tri gonome try 2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58
2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59 Tri gonome try 2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59
2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61 Tri gonome try 2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61
2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63 Tri gonome try 2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63
2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65 Tri gonome try 2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65
2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67 Tri gonome try 2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67
2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69 Tri gonome try 2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69
2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71 Tri gonome try 2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71
2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72 Tri gonome try 2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72
2 9 5 -3 0 0 + 74 Tri gonome try 2 9 5 -3 0 0 + 74

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 Inte llige nc e : Spatial
Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r Unfam iliar O bje c t A s s e m bly
1 -6 - 99 NA
7 -1 2 - 74 2
1 3 -1 8 - 64 3
1 9 -2 4 - 56 4
2 5 -3 0 - 50 5
3 1 -3 6 - 44 6
3 7 -4 2 - 38 7
4 3 -4 8 - 34 10
4 9 -5 4 - 29 12
5 5 -6 0 - 25 15
6 1 -6 6 - 21 17
6 7 -7 2 - 17 20
7 3 -7 8 - 13 50
7 9 -8 4 - 10 100
8 5 -9 0 -6 125
9 1 -9 6 -3 150
9 7 -1 0 2 - 200
1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3 250
1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6 350
1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9 500

Chapter 3: Abilities
1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12 750
1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14 1,000
1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17 1,250
1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20 1,500
1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22 1,750
1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25 2,000
1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27 2,500
1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30 3,000
1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32 3,500
1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34 4,000
1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37 5,000
1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39 6,000
1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41 7,000
1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43 8,000
2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45 9,000
2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47 10,000
2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49 11,000
2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52 12,000
2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54 13,000
2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56 14,000
2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58 15,000
2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59 16,000
2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61 17,000
2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63 18,000
2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65 19,000
2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67 20,000
2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69 21,000
2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71 22,000
2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72 23,000
2 9 5 -3 0 0 + 74 24,000

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 Wis dom : D rive
Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r Life Points Modifie r Unc ons c ious ne s s Hours Re laxing
1 -6 - 99 -5 + 5% 24
7 -1 2 - 74 -5 + 5% 24
1 3 -1 8 - 64 -5 + 5% 23
1 9 -2 4 - 56 -4 + 4% 23
2 5 -3 0 - 50 -4 + 4% 22
3 1 -3 6 - 44 -4 + 4% 22
3 7 -4 2 - 38 -3 + 3% 21
4 3 -4 8 - 34 -3 + 3% 21
4 9 -5 4 - 29 -3 + 3% 20
5 5 -6 0 - 25 -2 + 2% 20
6 1 -6 6 - 21 -2 + 2% 19
6 7 -7 2 - 17 -2 + 2% 19
7 3 -7 8 - 13 -1 + 1% 18
7 9 -8 4 - 10 -1 + 1% 18
8 5 -9 0 -6 -1 + 1% 17
9 1 -9 6 -3 - - 17
9 7 -1 0 2 - - - 16
1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3 - - 16
1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6 +1 - 1% 15
1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9 +1 - 1% 15
Chapter 3: Abilities

1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12 +1 - 1% 14
1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14 +2 - 2% 14
1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17 +2 - 2% 13
1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20 +2 - 2% 13
1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22 +3 - 3% 12
1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25 +3 - 3% 12
1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27 +3 - 3% 11
1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30 +4 - 4% 11
1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32 +4 - 4% 10
1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34 +4 - 4% 10
1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37 +5 - 5% 9
1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39 +5 - 5% 9
1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41 +5 - 5% 8
1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43 +6 - 6% 8
2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45 +6 - 6% 7
2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47 +6 - 6% 7
2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49 +7 - 7% 6
2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52 +7 - 7% 6
2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54 +7 - 7% 5
2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56 +8 - 8% 5
2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58 +8 - 8% 4
2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59 +8 - 8% 4
2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61 +9 - 9% 3
2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63 +9 - 9% 3
2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65 +9 - 9% 2
2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67 + 10 - 10% 2
2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69 + 10 - 10% 1
2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71 + 10 - 10% 1
2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72 + 11 - 11% 0
2 9 5 -3 0 0 + 74 + 11 - 11% 0

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 Wis dom : Intuition
Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r
1 -6 - 99
7 -1 2 - 74
1 3 -1 8 - 64
1 9 -2 4 - 56
2 5 -3 0 - 50
3 1 -3 6 - 44
3 7 -4 2 - 38
4 3 -4 8 - 34
4 9 -5 4 - 29
5 5 -6 0 - 25
6 1 -6 6 - 21
6 7 -7 2 - 17
7 3 -7 8 - 13
7 9 -8 4 - 10
8 5 -9 0 -6
9 1 -9 6 -3
9 7 -1 0 2 -
1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3
1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6
1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9

Chapter 3: Abilities
1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12
1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14
1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17
1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20
1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22
1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25
1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27
1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30
1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32
1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34
1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37
1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39
1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41
1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43
2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45
2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47
2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49
2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52
2 2 9 -2 3 4
2 3 5 -2 4 0
+ 54
+ 56
OMNIA.MEA.MECUM.PORTO
2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58
2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59
2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61 All that is mine,
2 5 9 -2 6 4
2 6 5 -2 7 0
+ 63
+ 65
I carry with me.
2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67 (My Wisdom is my
2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69
2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71 greatest wealth.)
2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72
2 9 5 -3 0 0 + 74

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 Wis dom : Com m on Se ns e
Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r Like ly to:
1 -6 - 99 Ge t c a ught for gre a te r sc he me s: Atte mpt to k i l l a god
7 -1 2 - 74 Ge t c a ught for gre a te r sc he me s: Atte mpt to l i e to the i r god
1 3 -1 8 - 64 Ge t c a ught for gre a te r sc he me s: Atte mpt to l i e to a god
1 9 -2 4 - 56 Ge t c a ught for gre a te r sc he me s: Di sre spe c t a god
2 5 -3 0 - 50 Ge t c a ught for sc he me s: Ma k e a pa c t wi th a n une thi c a l god
3 1 -3 6 - 44 Ge t c a ught for sc he me s: Whi l e bound, thre a te n the l i v e s of c a ptors
3 7 -4 2 - 38 Ge t c a ught for sc he me s: Whi l e bound, y e l l c urse s a t the i r c a ptors
4 3 -4 8 - 34 Ge t c a ught for l e sse r sc he me s: Ca l l a ma rc hi ng a r my a bunc h of pussi e s
4 9 -5 4 - 29 Ge t c a ught for l e sse r sc he me s: Sl e e p wi th the spouse of the i r be st fri e nd
5 5 -6 0 - 25 Ge t c a ught for l e sse r sc he me s: If a sl a v e , to ste a l from the i r ma ste r
6 1 -6 6 - 21 Ge t c a ught for l e sse r sc he me s: Ste a l from the mi l i ti a
6 7 -7 2 - 17 Ge t c a ught for l e sse r sc he me s: Fl i rt but the n ge t the i r a ss k i c k e d
7 3 -7 8 - 13 -
7 9 -8 4 - 10 -
8 5 -9 0 -6 -
9 1 -9 6 -3 -
9 7 -1 0 2 - -
1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3 -
1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6 -
1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9 -
Chapter 3: Abilities

1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12 -
1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14 Proba bl y ha s the tr ust of i mme di a te fa mi l y
1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17 Proba bl y ha s the tr ust of c l ose fri e nds
1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20 Proba bl y ha s the tr ust of non-i mme di a te fa mi l y
1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22 Proba bl y ha s the tr ust of fri e nds
1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25 Proba bl y ha s the tr ust of a ssoc i a te s
1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27 Usua l l y ha s the tr ust of stra nge rs
1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30 Proba bl y ha s not be e n i n some sort of troubl e for 1 y e a r
1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32 Proba bl y ha s not be e n i n some sort of troubl e for 5 y e a rs
1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34 Proba bl y ha s not be e n i n some sort of troubl e for 1 de c a de
1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37 Proba bl y ha s onl y be e n i n some sort of troubl e 3 ti me s i n l i fe
1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39 Proba bl y ha s onl y be e n i n some sort of troubl e 2 ti me s i n l i fe
1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41 Proba bl y ha s onl y be e n i n some sort of troubl e onc e i n l i fe
1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43 Proba bl y ha s ne v e r be e n i n troubl e i n l i fe
2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45 O the rs te nd to se e k thi s c ha ra c te r from mi l e s a round due to Wi sdom
2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47 O the rs te nd to se e k thi s c ha ra c te r from mi l e s a round due to Wi sdom
2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49 O the rs te nd to se e k thi s c ha ra c te r from mi l e s a round due to Wi sdom
2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52 O the rs te nd to se e k thi s c ha ra c te r from ne a rby c ountri e s due to Wi sdom
2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54 O the rs te nd to se e k thi s c ha ra c te r from ne a rby c ountri e s due to Wi sdom
2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56 O the rs te nd to se e k thi s c ha ra c te r from ne a rby c ountri e s due to Wi sdom
2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58 O the rs te nd to se e k thi s c ha ra c te r from a round the worl d due to Wi sdom
2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59 O the rs te nd to se e k thi s c ha ra c te r from a round the worl d due to Wi sdom
2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61 O the rs te nd to se e k thi s c ha ra c te r from a round the worl d due to Wi sdom
2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63 O the rs te nd to se e k thi s c ha ra c te r from othe r worl ds due to Wi sdom
2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65 O the rs te nd to se e k thi s c ha ra c te r from othe r worl ds due to Wi sdom
2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67 O the rs te nd to se e k thi s c ha ra c te r from othe r worl ds due to Wi sdom
2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69 O the rs te nd to se e k thi s c ha ra c te r from othe r worl ds due to Wi sdom
2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71 O the rs te nd to se e k thi s c ha ra c te r from othe r pl a ne s due to Wi sdom
2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72 O the rs te nd to se e k thi s c ha ra c te r from othe r pl a ne s due to Wi sdom
2 9 5 -3 0 0 + 74 O the rs te nd to se e k thi s c ha ra c te r from othe r pl a ne s due to Wi sdom

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 Wis dom : Re fle c tion
Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r Earlie s t Me m or y at:
1 -6 - 99 1 da y a go
7 -1 2 - 74 1 month a go
1 3 -1 8 - 64 1 y e a r a go
1 9 -2 4 - 56 a ge 8
2 5 -3 0 - 50 a ge 7
3 1 -3 6 - 44 a ge 6
3 7 -4 2 - 38 a ge 5
4 3 -4 8 - 34 a ge 5
4 9 -5 4 - 29 a ge 5
5 5 -6 0 - 25 a ge 5
6 1 -6 6 - 21 a ge 4
6 7 -7 2 - 17 a ge 4
7 3 -7 8 - 13 a ge 4
7 9 -8 4 - 10 a ge 4
8 5 -9 0 -6 a ge 3
9 1 -9 6 -3 a ge 3
9 7 -1 0 2 - a ge 3
1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3 a ge 3
1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6 a ge 3
1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9 a ge 2

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1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12 a ge 2
1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14 a ge 2
1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17 a ge 2
1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20 a ge 2
1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22 a ge 1
1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25 a ge 1
1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27 a ge 1
1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30 a ge 1
1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32 a ge 1
1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34 a ge 1
1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37 a ge 1
1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39 a ge 1
1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41 1 1 months
1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43 1 0 months
2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45 9 months
2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47 8 months
2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49 7 months
2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52 6 months
2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54 5 months
2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56 4 months
2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58 3 months
2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59 2 months
2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61 1 month
2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63 1 we e k
2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65 1 da y
2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67 1 hour
2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69 1 mi nute
2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71 1 se c ond
2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72 Bi rth
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 Skill Modifie rs 1 pe r O ve rall A bility
Sub-ability s c ore Skill Modifie r
1 -6 - 99
7 -1 2 - 74
1 3 -1 8 - 64
1 9 -2 4 - 56
2 5 -3 0 - 50
3 1 -3 6 - 44
3 7 -4 2 - 38
4 3 -4 8 - 34
4 9 -5 4 - 29
5 5 -6 0 - 25
6 1 -6 6 - 21
6 7 -7 2 - 17
7 3 -7 8 - 13
7 9 -8 4 - 10
8 5 -9 0 -6
9 1 -9 6 -3
9 7 -1 0 2 -
1 0 3 -1 0 8 +3
1 0 9 -1 1 4 +6
1 1 5 -1 2 0 +9
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1 2 1 -1 2 6 + 12
1 2 7 -1 3 2 + 14
1 3 3 -1 3 8 + 17
1 3 9 -1 4 4 + 20
1 4 5 -1 5 0 + 22
1 5 1 -1 5 6 + 25
1 5 7 -1 6 2 + 27
1 6 3 -1 6 8 + 30
1 6 9 -1 7 4 + 32
1 7 5 -1 8 0 + 34 1. Although the relationships between many variables in the
1 8 1 -1 8 6 + 37
tables for sub-abilities are linear, such as Strength and Damage,
many are also curvilinear, such as sub-ability scores and Skill
1 8 7 -1 9 2 + 39
Modifiers. Most curvilinear relationships are calculated as
1 9 3 -1 9 8 + 41
parabolas. The parabolic formula that opens to the right is: (y
1 9 9 -2 0 4 + 43
- yc)2 = 4a(x - xd). The variable ‘c’ is the vertical distance from
2 0 5 -2 1 0 + 45 the vertex to y=0, and ‘d’ is the horizontal distance from the
2 1 1 -2 1 6 + 47 vertex to x=0. Finally, ‘a’ is the distance from the vertex to
2 1 7 -2 2 2 + 49 the focus of the parabola. For example, Skill Modifiers are
2 2 3 -2 2 8 + 52 considered to range from -99 to +250 over 200 categories
2 2 9 -2 3 4 + 54 (such as 1-6, 7-12, etc.) of sub-ability scores. Only Strength
2 3 5 -2 4 0 + 56 has 200 categories; other sub-abilities have 50. Therefore, the
2 4 1 -2 4 6 + 58 vertex is (1, -99), so consider the vertex in the equation: (y +
2 4 7 -2 5 2 + 59 99)2 = 4a(x - 1). Now, solve for ‘a’ by inputting any other
2 5 3 -2 5 8 + 61
known point, such as the apex (17, 0), and: (0 + 99)2 = 4a(17
- 1). Hence: 992 = 4a(16). Therefore: 9801 = 64a. Finally,
2 5 9 -2 6 4 + 63
a=153.14. Consequently, 4a=612.56. Now, any point may be
2 6 5 -2 7 0 + 65
plotted along the curve: (y + 99)2 = 612.56(x - 1). For example,
2 7 1 -2 7 6 + 67
the highest Strength category (1,195-1,200, the 200th category)
2 7 7 -2 8 2 + 69 is: (y + 99)2 = 612.56(200 - 1). Next: (y + 99)2 = 612.56(199).
2 8 3 -2 8 8 + 71 Next: (y + 99)2 = 121899.44, and is equivalent to: y + 99 =
2 8 9 -2 9 4 + 72 121899.44 0.5. And: y + 99 = 349. Finally: y=250. All
2 9 5 -3 0 0 + 74 curvilinear relationships were calculated in Microsoft Excel.

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 Intelligence
Depending on race and Intelligence, a char-
acter may be considered retarded, slow, average,
gifted, or a genius. Infants who are obviously re-
tarded are usually killed or abandoned by their par-
ents. Retards are likely to have extra folds of skin
under their eyes, a flattened nasal bridge, and a large
tongue. Consult the table below:

Inte llige nc e Range

Rac e Re tard Slow A vg. Gifte d Ge nius
Ana k i m 0 1 -7 5 7 6 -9 0 9 1 -1 2 0 1 2 1 -1 3 5 1 3 6 -1 9 9
Bugbe a r 0 1 -6 8 6 9 -8 3 8 4 -1 1 3 1 1 4 -1 2 8 1 2 9 -1 9 9
Dwa rf 0 1 -7 3 7 4 -8 8 8 9 -1 1 8 1 1 9 -1 3 3 1 3 4 -1 9 9
Elf 0 1 -7 0 7 1 -8 5 8 6 -1 1 5 1 1 6 -1 3 0 1 3 1 -1 9 9
Huma n 0 1 -7 0 7 1 -8 5 8 6 -1 1 5 1 1 6 -1 3 0 1 3 1 -1 9 9
Kobol d 0 1 -6 8 6 9 -8 3 8 4 -1 1 3 1 1 4 -1 2 8 1 2 9 -1 9 9
O gre , Ba se 0 1 -3 0 3 1 -4 5 4 6 -7 5 7 6 -9 0 9 1 -1 9 9
O gre , Cl i ff 0 1 -4 8 4 9 -6 3 6 4 -9 3 9 4 -1 0 8 1 0 9 -1 9 9
O gre , Gr ua . 0 1 -2 1 2 2 -3 6 3 7 -6 6 6 7 -8 1 8 2 -1 9 9
O gre , Ki nde r 0 1 -4 0 4 1 -5 5 5 6 -8 5 8 6 -1 0 0 1 0 1 -1 9 9

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Trol l , Borb. 0 1 -1 5 1 6 -3 0 3 1 -6 0 6 1 -7 5 7 6 -1 9 9
Trol l , Hi l l 0 1 -1 5 1 6 -3 0 3 1 -6 0 6 1 -7 5 7 6 -1 9 9
Trol l , Sub. 0 1 -8 0 8 1 -9 5 9 6 -1 2 5 1 2 6 -1 4 0 1 4 1 -1 9 9
Retard Strength
Consult the former table entitled ‘Intelli-
gence Range’ to determine if a character is retarded.
For example, humans with Intelligence less than or
equal to 70 are retarded. Many Aediles will simply
tell the player to reroll the score, all abilities, or some
may demand that the character is played despite the
low score. If your character is retarded, consult your
Aedile.
Any character who is retarded must roll
1d100 to see if they have Retard Strength. Next,
consider 3 times the difference between the
character’s retarded Intelligence and the lowest In-
telligence they could have to be ‘Slow’, and consider
this to be the percentile chance of Retard Strength.

(lowest Slow score - retard Intelligence) x 3 =

(% chance of Retard Strength)

If the character has Retard Strength, then

increase the character’s Strength sub-ability by
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 Aging Effects
Abilities are not constants throughout a character’s lifespan. Instead, abilities vary as the character
ages, though some vary more or less, and in different proportions. Different races vary regarding lifespan
and years per age category listed below. Racial information may be found in Chapter 1: Race and Gender.
Percentile effects are reflect a distance from Young Adult. For instance, the average ability of Reflection
for an infant is 10 (100 - 90% = 10), while for Old Age it is 125 (100 + 25% = 125).

Sub-A bility Infant Child Pube r ty Young A dult Middle A ge O ld A ge Ve ne rable

Phy si c a l Fi tne ss - 90% - 40% - 10% - - 10% - 30% - 60%
Stre ngth - 90% - 60% - 20% - - 5% - 25% - 65%
Bodi l y Attra c t… - 90% - 40% - 10% - - 10% - 40% - 90%
He a l t h - 35% - 15% - 5% - - 10% - 30% - 60%
Fa c i a l - 70% - 30% - 10% - - 5% - 25% - 65%
Voc a l - 90% - 40% - 10% - - - 20% - 60%
Ki ne ti c - 90% - 35% - 5% - - - 20% - 60%
Rhe tori c a l - 90% - 45% - 15% - + 15% - - 55%
1
Ha nd-E y e Coord. - 90% - 30% - 10% - - 10% - 20% - 30%
Agi l i ty - 90% - 30% - 10% - - 10% - 40% - 80%
2
Re a c ti on Spe e d - 90% - 30% - 10% - - 10% - 30% - 50%
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E nunc i a ti on - 90% - 40% - 10% - - - 10% - 30%

3
La ngua ge - 90% - 40% - 10% - + 10% - - 20%
3
Ma th - 90% - 60% - 20% - - 5% - 25% - 65%
Ana l y ti c 3 - 90% - 60% - 20% - + 20% - - 40%
3
Spa ti a l - 90% - 40% - 10% - + 10% - - 20%
Dri v e - 40% - - - - - - 40%
Intui ti on - 55% - 15% - 5% - + 10% - - 40%
Common Se nse - 90% - 40% - 10% - + 10% - - 40%
Re fl e c ti on - 90% - 40% - 10% - + 20% + 25% - 25%

Persistent Exercise this does not directly change their Facial Charisma,
Only the following sub-abilities may be in- but is more applicable under a skill, such as Dis-
creased with Persistent Exercise: Physical Fitness, guise, since this is not their natural state. With the
Strength, Language, Math, Analytic, and Spatial. The exception of the sub-abilities noted above, the oth-
other 14 sub-abilities are unable to be increased by ers are relatively fixed, and may only be altered by
the character’s determination and efforts, though aging, magic, or something happening to the char-
particular skills that depend upon those sub-abili- acter that is debilitating.
ties may be increased substantially (see Chap. 8: Skills). Gains may occur with Physical Fitness and
For example, a character’s Facial Charisma is simply Strength, provided the character devotes at least an
that with which they are born. Although a charac- hour every other day to appropriate exercise. Ap-
ter can experiment with grooming and hairstyles, propriate exercise is somewhat of a qualifier, since
1. Manual Dexterity and age were correlated in the following study: Adult Norms for the Box and Block Test of Manual
Dexterity. For more information, see the References section at the end of this book.
2. According to The Owner’s Manual for the Brain, Reaction Speed doubles from age 20 to 60. For more information, see the
References section at the end of this book.
3. These estimates relate to the average character. According to The Owner’s Manual for the Brain, mental abilities do not
decline with age if the brain is exercised, but only from disuse. For more information, see the References section at the end
of this book. Consult with the Aedile to determine whether or not a particular character has exercised mentally.

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proper diets, techniques, and weights are unknown Roll Re s ult
to the races populating this gaming world. For in- 0 1 -2 0 Wa i st
stance, it was common to think that more exercise 2 1 -4 0 Buttoc k s
always yielded more benefit, which of course would 4 1 -6 0 Buttoc k s a nd thi ghs
6 1 -8 0 Buttoc k s a nd wa i st
fail to give the muscles time to repair. Therefore, 8 1 -1 0 0 E v e nl y di stri bute d
any character desiring to increase their Physical Fit-
ness or Strength through Persistent Exercise must Once this occurs, future fat gains will occur
pass a Common Sense sub-ability check at TH 18 to in the same location. Each character is different.
exercise successfully. Otherwise, the adopted Regarding the sub-abilities of Intelligence,
method utterly fails to cause noticeable results. they may increase or decrease according to how of-
If successful, and assuming that exercise is ten a character mentally subjects themselves to Per-
not neglected periodically, then the character must sistent Exercise.
make checks at certain time intervals to determine For every decade that a character challenges
improvement. These checks are made without modi- themselves in 1 of the sub-abilities of Intelligence,
fiers by rolling 3d10. If the roll exceeds the TH, there is a 50% chance that they may gain 1d4 points
then the following roll represents the number of in the appropriate sub-ability. For a character to
sub-ability points gained: challenge themselves in Language, they must con-
tinually learn a new language, or at least study the
Tim e Inte r val Thre s hold Gains etymology, grammar, or vocabulary of their current
3 months 7 (1 d2 0 )% language. The other sub-abilities require similar new
6 months 11 (1 d2 0 )%

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challenges.
1 year 13 (1 d1 2 )%
2 y e a rs 18 (1 d1 0 )%
Likewise, for every decade that a character
4 y e a rs 21 (1 d8 )% fails to challenge themselves in 1 of the sub-abilities
8 y e a rs 24 (1 d6 )% of Intelligence, there is a 50% chance that they lose
1 6 y e a rs 25 (1 d4 )% 1d4 points in the appropriate sub-ability.
If a character begins exercising, but does not
continue to exercise regularly, then gains will be sub-
stantially less, if any at all. The Aedile may assign Alternative Method: Rolling Abilities
penalties to sub-ability points gained due to incon- The method described in the beginning of
sistency or neglect. Further, if a character exercises the chapter for determining abilities should be the
for some time and then stops exercising altogether, standard method for several reasons. First, the av-
then they may lose sub-ability points. If they have erage sub-ability score rolled should be 100, which
exercised consistently for 1 year or less and then is the norm of all human populations. Additional
stop exercising altogether, then they lose (1d100)% modifiers, such as for gender and race, are applied
of their gains from the last year of exercise. The in the following chapter. This method [(10d100 /
losses will be distributed proportionally over (20 + 5) - 1] more accurately reflects nature, and there-
1d100) days. If they have exercised for 2 or more fore, adds a sense of realism to the game. Excep-
years, then they will lose (|1d100 - 3d20|%) of their tionally high and low ability scores still occur with
gains. Note that the previous roll utilizes absolute this method, though there is an appropriate mea-
values, which means that even if the resultant num- sure of central tendency, such that the mean, me-
ber is a negative number, the sign is changed to posi- dian, and mode are 100.
tive. Finally, the losses will be distributed propor- Due to this method, however, the resultant
tionally over (20 + 2d100) days. In either case, if sub-ability scores are less likely to allow the charac-
exercise is abandoned, in addition to losing previ- ter to meet the prerequisites of magic-using occu-
ous gains, then the character is 90% likely to gain pations, for instance, than warriors. Indeed, some
(3d6)% of their weight in body fat. Roll 1d100 to players become greatly disheartened when they ob-
determine where the fat accumulates: serve that some occupations are more rare than oth-

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 ers, not necessarily due to differences in appeal, but more than 4 attempts, meaning 4 sub-abilities or
ability. While objectivity should always be sought, retries, may be made with this method. For each
this is only a game. If a player expresses significant roll with this advantaged method, another roll must
discontent, and should the Aedile agree, then the be made, one that will balance the character; roll
Aedile may consider another method. Above all, 1d100 and consult the Random Mental Illness table in
caution is advised, since this may become a slippery the end of Chapter 5: Mind. If the roll indicates a
slope to other concessions. mental illness already possessed by the character,
Solely at the Aedile’s discretion, a player may then reroll. Hence, no more than 4 mental illnesses
be permitted to roll 5d100, drop the lowest result, may be acquired in this way. This option exists only
divide the sum by 2, and subtract 1 from the total to at the moment of character creation and at the
determine a sub-ability. This alternate method Aedile’s discretion.
should produce an average sub-ability of 115. No
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 Chapter 4: Disposition

1. If he were to admit that he is mar-

Chapter 4: Disposition
Dispositions refer to metaphysical beliefs of
a character. Metaphysical beliefs are concerned with ried, bids her good day, and is later genu-
speculation beyond the physical world, such as gods inely pleased that he dismissed her, then his
and conceptions of good and evil. Essentially, meta- actions were ethical and his feelings are
physical beliefs produce a blend of 2 related but moral. His disposition for this situation is
distinct dimensions: ethics1 and morals2. The dif- EM (Ethical Moral).
ference between ethics and morals is as follows: 2. If he were to admit that he is mar-
ried, bids her good day, and is later pained
Ethics: Regardless of how a character feels that he did not go home with her, then his
about their actions, ethics are concerned with ac- actions were ethical and his feelings are im-
tions. For instance, lawful behavior is ethical, while moral. His disposition for this situation is
criminal behavior is unethical. EI (Ethical Immoral).
Morals: Regardless of a character’s actions, 3. If he were to go home with her, pre-
morality is concerned with how the character feels tend he is not married, and later wishes he
about the issue in question or their actions. So, feel- had been faithful to his wife and not gone
ing good about doing an evil act is immoral, and home with this strange and attractive
feeling bad about doing a good act is immoral, but woman, then his actions were unethical and
feeling good about doing a good act is moral. his feelings are moral. His disposition for
this situation is UM (Unethical Moral).
The following example is oversimplified, but 4. If he were to go home with her, pre-
this hypothetical situation produces 4 polar out- tend he is not married, and later he is very
comes. pleased that he went home with her, then
Example: Assume that a married man is his actions were unethical and his feelings
walking down the street. An attractive woman stops are immoral. His disposition for this situa-
him, talks for a few minutes, and blatantly asks him tion is UI (Unethical Immoral).
to go home with her.

1. The ethical system in this chapter consists of material adapted from Democritus of Abdera, Plato, and Aristotle.
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 Obviously, many more ethical-moral positions are possible. The previous example considers only
1 situation and is not a generalization for a character over their lifetime. Dispositions in the F.A.T.A.L.
role-playing game are generalizations for a character’s actions and thoughts as affected by their metaphysi-
cal beliefs over their lifetime. It is very rare, if not impossible, for anyone’s disposition to never stray from
their dominant disposition. To a certain extent, disposition is situationally dependent. Nonetheless, every
character has a disposition. Overall, a character’s ethical and moral views create bounds for their actions
and affect how a character feels about their actions.

Moral Ethic al N e utral Une thic al

Kni ghts
Moral Mi l i ti ame n Ra nge rs
Ma ge s
Be rse rk e rs
Sa ge s Huma ns
N e utral Spi e s Dr ui ds
Me rc e na ri e s
Pi c k Poc k e ts
Sol di e rs
Ana k i m
Assa ssi ns O gre s
Kobol ds
Im m oral Bounty Hunte rs Whore s Ruffi a ns
Bugbe a rs Sorc e re rs
Trol l s
Chapter 4: Disposition

Piety Points
Before disposition can be determined, each player must determine the Piety Points (PP) of their
character. Characters vary in devotion to their god, religion, or philosophy. PP are an abstract represen-
tation of the devotion of a character. PP are important to priests (see Chap. 7: Occupation). Priests need to
keep track of their PP more than any other occupation, since priestly privileges may appear and disappear
as a result of the PP of a priest.
For each character, roll 1d100 to determine their PP. PP can never increase above 100 or fall below
1. Before recording the PP on a character sheet, consider the following modifiers:

Pie ty Point Modifie rs

Modifie r Ch an c e A djus tm e nt
Age 75% Di v i de Curre nt Age by Ma xi mum Age a nd mul ti pl y by 4 (e l v e s a re una ffe c te d)
Atone me nt Proc e ss se e Ne v e ri a
Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss 25% Mul ti pl y the Sk i l l Modi fi e r by -1 a nd a ppl y the re sul t a s the a dj ustme nt
Cul ture : 50%
Ana k i m NA
Bugbe a r +1
Dwa rf NA
Elf NA
Huma n NA
Kobol d +2
O gre - 100
Trol l NA
Dri v e 75% Sk i l l Modi fi e r
Fa c i a l Cha ri sma 25% Mul ti pl y the Sk i l l Modi fi e r by -1 a nd a ppl y the re sul t a s the a dj ustme nt
He a l th 75% Mul ti pl y the Sk i l l Modi fi e r by -1 a nd a ppl y the re sul t a s the a dj ustme nt
Ne a r-de a th e xpe ri e nc e 75% +/- 1 d8 *
w/whi te l i ght 90% +/- 1 d2 0 *
Ne ga ti v e e v e nt 10% +/- 1 d4 **
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* A near-death experience occurs when a char- Determining Disposition
acter is reduced to 10% or less of their po- Each character must have a disposition.
tential Life Points against their will. If an Upon character creation, 1d100 must be rolled twice:
adjustment is to be made, then there is a once for ethicality and once for morality. Apply
40% chance that it decreases PP, otherwise racial modifiers from Chapter 1: Race and Gender. The
it raises PP. However, 75% of those who results are recorded on a character sheet. These
have a near-death experience do not see a results can never be less than 1 or greater than 100.
white light while unconscious. Those who Consult the table below to interpret the results and
see white light have a higher chance of gain- determine a character’s disposition:
ing PP. White light in a near-death experi-
ence never decreases PP. Roll Ethic ality Morality
** A negative event is best determined by the <0 6 Une thi c a l Immora l
Aedile. Examples of negative events in the 0 6 -1 5 Une thi c a l w/Ne utra l Immora l w/Ne utra l
1 6 -3 0 Ne utra l w/Une thi c a l Ne utra l w/Immora l
life of an average character may be person- 3 1 -7 0 Ne utra l Ne utra l
ally experiencing the death of a loved one, 7 1 -8 5 Ne utra l w/E thi c a l Ne utra l w/Mora l
being forced into slavery for years, when a 8 6 -9 5 E thi c a l w/Ne utra l Mora l w/Ne utra l
spouse commits adultery against the char- >9 5 E thi c a l Mora l
acter, etc.
For example, a roll of 20 for ethicality and
11 for morality produces a disposition referred to
Pie ty

Chapter 4: Disposition
as NI w/UI tendencies (Neutral Immoral with strong
PP Exam ple Unethical Immoral tendencies). The majority of
0 1 -0 5 Be l i e v e s tha t gods do not e xi st
0 6 -1 5 Be l i e v e s i n the i r god, but doe s not c a re the time, a character’s actions and thoughts must
1 6 -3 0 Ha s worshi ppe d be fore reflect the disposition determined above. Disposi-
3 1 -7 0 Worshi ps i nte r mi tte ntl y, but ma y a tte nd re gul a rl y tion is an important element of a character, since it
7 1 -8 5 Worshi ps re gul a rl y may prevent a character from certain occupations
8 6 -9 5 Worshi ps fl ue ntl y
(see Chap. 7: Occupation), as well as affect important
9 6 -1 0 0 Worshi ps fa na ti c a l l y, wi l l i ng to di e for god
character decisions. Each disposition can be diffi-
Note that a character’s PP may change for cult to role-play properly. The following pages will
many reasons. A player need not be obsessed, but define each disposition.
it is a good idea to observe their character’s PP. Al-
though some of the best characters have no PP, the Alternative Method: Rolling Disposition
opposite is usually true. Philosophers tend either to If a player expresses significant discontent,
have no PP or be very religious. and should the Aedile agree, the Aedile may allow
the player to reroll either the ethical or moral di-
mension of the disposition of their character. Each
reroll results in the acquisition of 1 randomly deter-
mined allergy (see Chap. 2: Body), whether the player
REGNA.FIRMAT.PIETAS is satisfied with the result or not. A player may reroll
either ethicality or morality 4 times.
Otherwise, a Disposition Test exists and may
be downloaded freely at www.fatalgames.com. If
the Aedile concurs, then the player may use the re-
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 Disposition, General NN (Neutral Neutral): Without contest,
Below are the 9 general dispositions. If a this is the most common disposition. Characters
player deems that their character will have difficulty with this disposition tend to have 1 of 3 separate
and that these are too vague, specific dispositions reasons. First, some simply have inconsistent ethi-
follow. First, understand the general dispositions cal behavior and moral feelings, such that sometimes
below: they are one extreme while in other situations they
are the opposite. Therefore, NN is the best classifi-
EM (Ethical Moral): Those with strong cation for this type of character. Second, some are
ethical and moral views may be typified as a chivalric well aware of the metaphysical extremes and tenets,
knight intent on imposing their version of morality disagree with all of them, and they consciously seek
on others and attempting to maintain actions con- a balance, considering balance the healthiest and the
sistent with their beliefs. This disposition is very best. Those with this philosophical position call
difficult to maintain. Ethics and morals often con- themselves ethical and moral subjectivists. Finally,
flict with each other depending on the situation. By some argue that ethics and morality are man-made
habit of resolving such conflicts, one or the other constructs, that neither exists in nature, and that we
tends to become favored, which imbalances this dis- simply use the terms as is convenient, though they
position for most characters. Many more desire to lack any logical support. Therefore, these charac-
be, or prefer to consider themselves, EM, when in ters are best classified as NN and consider them-
reality attaining it can be an elusive, tedious, and a selves to be ethical and moral nihilists.
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lifelong goal. NI (Neutral Immoral): Characters with a

EN (Ethical Neutral): Characters con- dominant NI disposition care little about their ac-
cerned with consistent actions, regardless of how tions and simply want to gratify themselves and feel
they feel, are EN by nature. EN characters tend to pleased, though this pleasure is often derived at the
put aside their feelings, often shunning emotions as expense of others. Since they do not care about
problematic. The best example of EN is a judge, the implications of their actions, they often harm
since they are concerned with the law, its technicali- others and may take pleasure in it. Do not be con-
ties, and how it may be best adhered to, not the fused, NI characters do not prefer unethical behav-
moral feelings of the people. Some claim this to be ior, they simply do not care if it is necessary in or-
a position of objectivity. der to achieve their pleasing feelings. These charac-
EI (Ethical Immoral): Barristers are clearly ters do not support or oppose ethical codes or is-
the best examples of EI; barristers are concerned sues, they simply do not care as long as they feel
less with objectivity and the law, and more with how satisfied.
the law may be either twisted to their advantage or UM (Unethical Moral): These characters
pushed to the breaking point. The client, and fi- dislike ethical and orderly behavior, viewing it as a
nally the barrister’s reputation and winning record, largely inhibiting factor to morality as they under-
is more important than they or it should be. Some stand it. Those with UM dispositions are frequently
cacodaemons are EI, and attempt to get characters at odds with law in most societies, but claim that
to sign away their souls. Very few characters are their heart is in the right place. Someone robbing
predominantly EI. the rich to feed the poor is a good example of UM.
NM (Neutral Moral): Those who are un- UN (Unethical Neutral): Perhaps the most
concerned with actions or the law, but seek feeling unpredictable of all dispositions, these characters
pleased about moral issues tend to adopt a position actively dislike ethical and orderly behavior, and pat-
focusing on the greatest good or utilitarianism. terns of all sorts. As a matter of fact, since they are
Those who pursue the greatest good for the great- indifferent to the drive to be pleased with moral or
est number, and therefore favor the majority of immoral feelings, their thoughts and actions seem
people regarding goodness as they interpret it, are chaotic and random to those around them.
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 UI (Unethical Immoral): Characters who are unethical and immoral actively dislike organization
and orderly behavior, and feel pleasure upon committing behavior opposed by society or the majority.
These characters are often considered by others to be dangerous, even to their own kind, and hunger only
for power.

Ethic al E w/N N w/E N e utral N w/U U w/N Une thic al

Moral EM E M w/NM NM w/E M NM NM w/UM UM w/NM UM

M w/N E M w/E N E M w/NN NM w/E N NM w/NN NM w/UN UM w/NN UM w/UN

N w/M E N w/E M E N w/NM NN w/E M NN w/NM NN w/UM UN w/NM UN w/UM

N e utral EN E N w/NN NN w/E N NN NN w/UN UN w/NN UN

N w/I E N w/E I E N w/NI NN w/E I NN w/NI NN w/UI UN w/NI UN w/UI

I w/N E I w/E N E I w/NN NI w/E N NI w/NN NI w/UN UI w/NN UI w/UN

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Im m oral EI E I w/NI NI w/E I NI NI w/UI UI w/NI UI

Disposition, Specific
A player is not required to choose a specific EM w/NM: These characters value both
disposition, especially if a general disposition better ethics and morals, though occasionally a preference
suits their character. However, sometimes detail for the greater good supercedes ethical codes. A
provides a richer role-playing experience. Poten- knight who occasionally breaks their ethical code to
tially, the more information available, the better the do what they feel they know internally to be right
quality of decisions. The way to read the following and moral is an example of EM w/NM.
notation is that a dominant general disposition is EM w/NN: These characters believe that
claimed, but most metaphysical divergences from ethics and morals are the ideal, but from time to
this gravitate toward one different general disposi- time both must be ignored to do things properly or
tion. For example, EM w/EN should be under- to continue functioning in such a way. These char-
stood as Ethical Moral with strong tendencies to- acters are often called hypocrites. For example, a
ward Ethical Neutral. When cross-tabulated, 40 spe- knight may occasionally visit a bordello.
cific dispositions emerge. They are listed below: EN w/EM: Holding objectivity and con-
sistency above all other things, these characters of-
EM w/EN: Predominantly, these charac- ten have preferences for morality, when it does not
ters have impeccable ethical behavior and strong conflict. A stern judge with a good heart may be an
moral views. However, when forced to choose be- example of EN w/EM.
tween ethics and morality, they usually choose eth- EN w/NM: While these characters believe
ics. The consistency of their behavior is often very that objectivity and consistency reign supreme on a
important. While they prefer both ethics and mor- daily basis, occasions do arise when the greater good
als, these characters may realize that morality may is more important. A judge that vehemently op-
interfere with objectivity more than ethics. A poses legislation for concentration camps or war-
chivalric knight who occasionally disagrees internally fare, nearly to the point of losing their professional
with their ethical code, yet continues to abide by it, position, is an example of EN w/NM.
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 EN w/NN: Thoroughly indifferent to mo- NM w/EM: Different from simply sup-
rality and usually emotions, these characters chase porting the greatest good for the greatest number,
objectivity and consistency, except on occasion when characters with this disposition often support eth-
the system or the ethical code functions better overall ics, provided the ethics don’t conflict with morals.
if an occasional inconsistency occurs. A judge who These characters want to be true to themselves and
habitually flips a coin on tough decisions may be an have consistent behavior, but if a contradiction
example of EN w/NN. emerges from this, their own sense of right and
EN w/NI: Overall, objectivity and consis- wrong is more important than any ethical code.
tency are important to these characters, though oc- NM w/EN: Seeming self-contradictory and
casionally the appearance of this importance is often called hypocrites, these characters hold strong
handy, because the self may be served while seem- views, usually in favor of morality, regardless of eth-
ing to be thoroughly ethical. A militiaman who is ics, though depending on the topic or circumstance,
generally respected, but habitually pockets the money sometimes in favor of ethics regardless of morality.
or a portion recovered from thieves, is an example Most characters don’t understand these seemingly
of EN w/NI. sudden shifts and wish these characters would just
EN w/EI: Holding objectivity and consis- choose one or the other and stick to it.
tency above all other things, these characters often NM w/NN: Though these characters usu-
have preferences for immorality, when it does not ally favor the concept of a universal good and seek
conflict. A respected judge who will “throw the to be internally moral, occasionally and for what-
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book” at those disliked is an example of EN w/EI. ever reason, they stray from morality.
EI w/EN: These characters typically twist NM w/UN: Though these characters usu-
ethics and laws to their advantage, but occasionally ally favor the concept of a universal good and seek
they are compelled to be thoroughly objective. A to be internally moral, occasionally and for what-
barrister who has been known to turn away clients, ever reason, they find solace in random and unethi-
refusing to defend them because they think the law cal actions while disregarding morality.
should give them what they deserve, is an example NM w/UM: Always in pursuit of morality
of EI w/EN. and the greatest good, these characters will stray
EI w/NN: These characters twist ethics to toward unethical behavior to achieve it on occasion
their advantage on a daily basis, but in rare circum- if necessary.
stances are willing even to betray ethics for some- NN w/EM: Predominantly, these charac-
thing they inwardly feel is more important. Barris- ters live in an ethical and moral balance. On occa-
ters who lose their jobs because on rare occasion sion and for whatever reason, these characters seek
they are willing to break the law for something they morality and attempt to follow and support strict
internally deem needs to be done are examples of ethical codes.
EI w/NN. NN w/EN: Predominantly, these charac-
EI w/NI: These characters often take ad- ters live in an ethical and moral balance. On occa-
vantage of ethics and morals, of laws and others in sion and for whatever reason, these characters rec-
order to satisfy themselves. A barrister who defends ognize the value of objectivity and consistency in
a client equally, regardless of whether the client is their actions.
innocent or guilty, and then afterwards, violates the NN w/EI: Predominantly, these characters
trust of their client by financially taking advantage live in an ethical and moral balance. On occasion
of them as well is an example of EI w/NI. and for whatever reason, these characters oppose
morality, but enjoy doing so by using ethics to their
advantage and being consistent and objective about
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 NN w/NM: Predominantly, these charac- UM w/NN: While these characters gener-
ters live in an ethical and moral balance. On occa- ally oppose ethics and pursue morals, occasionally
sion and for whatever reason, these characters seek they seek balance in all things; put another way, oc-
morality and the greater good. casionally these characters behave moderately ethi-
NN w/NI: Predominantly, these characters cally and are less moral.
live in an ethical and moral balance. On occasion UM w/UN: While these characters gener-
and for whatever reason, these characters oppose ally oppose ethics and pursue morals, their enjoy-
morality and indulge themselves, seeking to satisfy ment of shunning ethics can be overwhelming, of-
their desires and needs. ten causing them to perform random actions.
NN w/UM: Predominantly, these charac- UN w/UM: While these characters gener-
ters live in an ethical and moral balance. On occa- ally perform random and unethical actions without
sion and for whatever reason, these characters seek regard for morality, occasionally they are motivated
morality and enjoy breaking ethical rules and norms. to be moral.
NN w/UN: Predominantly, these charac- UN w/NM: While these characters gener-
ters live in an ethical and moral balance. On occa- ally perform random and unethical actions without
sion and for whatever reason, these characters seek regard for morality, occasionally they are motivated
randomness without regard for morals. to be moral and moderately ethical.
NN w/UI: Predominantly, these characters UN w/NN: While these characters gener-
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and for whatever reason, these characters oppose regard for morality, occasionally they are motivated
both ethics and morals, committing random and evil to be moderately ethical and moral.
deeds. UN w/NI: While these characters gener-
NI w/EI: These characters find that pleas- ally perform random and unethical actions without
ing oneself is accomplished in opposition to moral- regard for morality, occasionally they are motivated
ity. Either for evil kicks or in order to hide their evil to be immoral, satisfying themselves in evil ways
from others, these characters act more ethically than though somewhat ethically.
most. UN w/UI: While these characters gener-
NI w/EN: These characters find that pleas- ally perform random and unethical actions without
ing oneself is accomplished in opposition to moral- regard for morality, occasionally they are motivated
ity. On occasion, instead of pleasing themselves, to also oppose morality, committing random and
these characters value objectivity and consistency of evil acts.
action. UI w/NI: Opposing ethics and morals is
NI w/NN: These characters find that pleas- what these characters do proudly, though occasion-
ing oneself is accomplished in opposition to moral- ally they will act moderately ethical in order to sat-
ity. On occasion, they seek balance in things and isfy themselves.
are more moral than usual. UI w/NN: Opposing ethics and morals is
NI w/UN: These characters find that pleas- what these characters do proudly, though occasion-
ing oneself is accomplished in opposition to moral- ally they will act moderately ethical and moral, seek-
ity. Sometimes, random actions produce the most ing balance.
pleasure. UI w/UN: Opposing ethics and morals is
NI w/UI: These characters find that pleas- what these characters do proudly, though occasion-
ing oneself is accomplished in opposition to moral- ally they will act moderately moral. No matter what,
ity. Sometimes, random immoral actions produce they always oppose ethics.
the most pleasure.
UM w/NM: Opposing ethics and pursu-
ing morality are often incompatible. When a choice
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 Changing Disposition Dispositions by Proportion
Generally, dispositions are established in Distributions of dispositions differ by race.
youth and do not change over a character’s lifespan. For example, if an equal number of anakim and black
However, exceptions such as traumatic events, philo- dwarves are selected randomly and considered, then
sophical studies, or magic may alter a character’s dis- there are higher odds of finding a UI anakim than a
position. UI black dwarf. Each race is represented with a pie-
In the case of an altered or abandoned dis- chart to show the proportions of dispositions.
position, the character’s occupation is disrupted as Although a particular disposition may not
they must adjust to their new perspective of the appear on a pie chart for a particular race, it does
world. Adjustments of this sort require (3 + 1d4) not mean that it is impossible for a member of that
months. During this period, the character acquires race to have that disposition, but only that the pro-
only 50% of the number of Advancement Points portion of members of that race who have that dis-
(AP) that they would normally. If a character re- position are too small to consider. For example,
verts to an old disposition, then a period of adjust- EM is not shown for bugbears. However, it is pos-
ment is not required since they are already familiar sible that a bugbear studied white dwarven philoso-
with the outlook. phy and became EM.
During the period (determined above) of If all races are considered simultaneously,
adopting a new disposition, a character ponders the then NN is the most common disposition and EM
consequences of such a disposition, and may be in- is most rare.
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clined to discuss it with others, including priests as-

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1. The proportion of dispositions for humans is accurate to an unpublished study, in which a sample size of 264 participants
answered the Disposition Test (a computer program that may be downloaded from www.fatalgames.com). In 1999 and 2000,
prior to the development of Fatal GamesTM or F.A.T.A.L.TM, this program was placed on numerous Websites for role-playing
games. Participants were unsolicited, and were asked upon running the program to e-mail their responses to Byron Hall, the
author of the questionnaire. The moral portion of the questionnaire is an attempt at matching Aristotle’s Nicomachean
Ethics. The ethical portion of the questionnaire is of secondary importance, and merely became a tool for role-playing games;
it is comprised of questions that measure philosophical views of Plato and Democritus. According to this test’s model of
Aristotle’s system, few participants scored as moral, some as immoral, and most as neutral. The lowest score was for truthfulness.
Although this study generalizes only to role-players who use the Internet, it indicates that few are moral according to Aristotle’s
Nicomachean Ethics. It is possible that these results represent all people, though further research would be necessary before
this claim could be made. Either on-line role-players or the human race leave(s) much to be desired.

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 A System of Ethics/Morals Intra-personal refers directly to the self and
Ethics and morals will be debated forever, no others. Characters make self-evaluations by com-
especially between different cultures and races. paring themselves with objective standards. When
Nonetheless, one philosopher has articulated a sys- no such standard exists, characters seek compari-
tem of ethics and morals that is so common among sons with similar others; so, this intra-personal con-
humanoid races, it is usually recognized as the de- struct cannot be absolutely exclusive from other
fault system. The system, outlined below, is derived selves.
from logic and may be used for gaming purposes to
resolve ethical and moral disputes. Conformity: The character high in conformity
tends to consider groups more important
than individuals, or at least succumb to their
Ethical Rationale norms. As such, the character is likely to
1. Ethics refer to behavior, the degree of avoid dressing or talking differently, deviat-
behavioral consistency, and beliefs about be- ing from customs, etc.
havior, as well as its relation to the self and Individuality: Individuality means here that the
a character’s social and physical environment. character values individuals over groups, or
2. Ethics and ethical codes provide charac- at least what distinguishes themselves from
ters with reasons to approve or disapprove others. Characters who are high in individu-
of each other. ality tend to dress differently, enjoy custom-
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3. Ethics belong to 1 of 5 categories: Intra- izing expressions, and see themselves as dif-
personal, Family, Community, State, and ferent than others.
Universe. These categories often differ Patterned: Categorically, patterned suggests that
sharply between individuals. For instance, a character prefers to seek patterns in things
someone may be sharply ethical regarding as a means to understanding. Patterned char-
their family, but unethical regarding their acters also tend to carefully weigh decisions
community. instead of utilizing randomness.
4. Ethics are orthogonal to morals. Many Randomness: Randomness suggests a lack of a
mistakenly assume that those who are ethi- definite aim, direction, rule, or method with
cal are also likely to be moral, or vice versa, no specific goal or purpose. Characters high
but it is equally likely that someone is ethical in randomness prefer to make decisions by
and immoral, or unethical and moral. the flip of a coin or pure chance.

Ethic ality
D im e ns ion Ethic al Une thic al
Intra -pe rsona l Confor mi ty Indi v i dua l i ty

Fa mi l y
Pa tte rne d
Loy a l ty
Ra ndomne ss
Be tra y a l
VOS.VESTROS.SERVATE.
Di sti nc ti on Ambi gui ty MEOS.MIHI.LINQUITE.MORES
Communi ty Inte rde pe nde nc Inde pe nde nc e
La wful ne ss Cri mi na l i ty
Sta te Bure a uc ra c y Ana rc hy
Pa tri oti sm Tre a c he rousne ss
Uni v e rse Ne c e ssi ty Cha nc e You keep to your own ways,
Me a ni ngful ne ss Me a ni ngl e ssne ss
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 Family refers here to the self of the char- Community refers to the self of the char-
acter and how it relates to family situations by atti- acter and how it relates to the greater community
tudes and beliefs. by attitudes and beliefs.

Loyalty: If high in family loyalty, a character is de- Interdependence: Interdependence is when

voted to their family. characters enjoy the mutual dependence be-
Betrayal: Characters who exhibit betrayal are likely tween themselves and their community, usu-
to cheat on their spouse and bad-mouth their ally valuing social contact and participating
family when not in their presence. Gener- in public events.
ally, these characters are either disgruntled Independence: Here, exhibiting independence in
with their families or taking them for a character’s community means that the char-
granted, not valuing them. acter prefers to avoid the community, mini-
Distinction: Characters high in distinction prefer mizing interaction when possible, and thus
to recognize a distinction between family and being independent of it. Characters who
non-family, usually feeling repulsed at the im- are high in independence are likely to avoid
plications of familial ambiguity (see below). socializing, value the privacy of their home
Ambiguity: To be societally unaware of a charac- and/or distance themselves from others by
ter’s own family and to draw no distinctions living rurally, etc.
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it is used here. Of course, breeding with a lawful character is one who obeys laws,
the immediate family is still disapproved though this obedience may be the result of
within this framework, but interplay between respect or fear of punishment.
cousins is approved. Moreover, it is held Criminality: Characters who have criminality do
that that familial ambiguity and uncertainty not respect the local laws, feeling as though
will minimize bias, placing more emphasis they are an imposition or a hindrance. These
on the society and its problems. characters are likely to disregard established
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 State refers to the self of the character and Universe refers to the self of the character
how it relates to the greater community by attitudes and how it relates to everything in the understood
and beliefs. Examples of opposites of states along universe by attitudes and beliefs.
this continuum would be bureaucracy (highly struc-
tured society) representing ethicality and anarchy Necessity: The opposite of chance, necessity
representing unethicality. means here that all events are the results of
causes, and chance plays no part in bringing
Bureaucracy: Along a continuum of the amount about events. A character who is high in
of government, bureaucracy is the most necessity believes that when events seem the
imposing, thorough, and cumbersome. result of chance, they are merely the result
Characters favoring bureaucracy prefer to be of unknown causes; chance does not exist.
governed by a structure of abundance, This does not presuppose that all events are
which, while it may adapt and move slowly, planned, pre-destined, or forced to occur to
results in a highly structured society with fulfill a decreed purpose. Instead, necessity
classes, rank, hierarchy, and organization. asserts simply that all events, including men-
Anarchy: The opposite of bureaucracy, anarchy tal events, are predetermined, the result of
is a preference for a lack of government, an infinitely long causal chains. The concept
abolishment of social distinctions. Anar- of fate is similiar to, yet different than, ne-
chists prefer natural law, which is the free- cessity. Fate is the belief that the end result
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dom to act as desired outside of organized is predetermined, while necessity is the be-
structure. lief that all events are predetermined.
Patriotism: Characters who are high in patrio- Chance: The opposite of necessity, a universal
tism prefer their state to others. Patriotic view of chance indicates that events are not
characters like the government that presides merely the result of causal chains, predeter-
over them. Often, patriotic characters act mined beyond our power. Instead, chance
to defend their government. emphasizes the power of choice, the free-
Treacherousness: The character high in treacher- dom to take the universe in a new direction
ousness prefers other states to their own, with every chosen action. Sometimes, things
disliking the government that presides over just happen.
them. However, more than just disliking, Meaningfulness: A character who views the uni-
treacherous characters are willing (and some- verse with meaningfulness asserts that there
times able) to act in accordance with their is an objective reality. Resultant from this
preferences. Sometimes these acts are se- objective reality, these characters tend to dis-
vere enough to be considered treasonous. cover purpose in their lives or purpose to
the universe. Characters who find purpose
in the universe tend to be more active in
making choices than those who do not find
purpose.
Meaninglessness: A meaningless view of the
universe results from the perceived subjec-
tivity of reality, the refusal to accept a singu-
lar objective reality. Characters with this view
tend to question reality and dismiss notions
of the universe progressing purposively.
These characters believe that life is short and
choices made do not affect anything with
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 Moral Rationale 4. To achieve happiness, we must understand
1. All activities of characters aim at some good that happiness in this sense is unique to sen-
(the end of military science is victory, of tient beings, derived from abstract contem-
medicine is health, of science is knowledge, plative reasoning and Wisdom. Further, as
etc.). happiness is an end state, no character is
2. While studying ethics and morality, we must born with it, and arguably children are not
be content with broad, general outlines. “happy,” though they possess this in poten-
Outlines hold true, while specificity poses tiality, because to be “happy,” we must be
problems. For example, truthfulness is satisfied with choices we have made based
clearly moral. However, in a specific in- on experiences, though children lack suffi-
stance, should truthfulness be practiced if it cient experiences. Therefore, no character
is known that such practicing will incite a is born moral, and we all may become moral
war responsible for many undue deaths? No, or immoral depending on our choices. It is
but aside from this specific instance, yes, it the consistency of choices that forms hab-
should generally be practiced. its, habits then forming a disposition.
3. Everyone agrees the good for characters is 5. Therefore, characters must learn of mo-
happiness, though no one agrees on its rality and immorality, and strive in choices
meaning. To some it is the pursuit of plea- to exercise morals. Typically, if a moral is
sure and the avoidance of pain, and to oth- practiced and pleasure is experienced in its

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ers it is wealth. These common thoughts, practice, then a character is being moral,
however, are inconsistent; they vary with the while experiencing pain indicates an inter-
topic and its conditions. Further, all sug- nal preference for immorality.
gestions prove to be means not ends in 6. Morals are all mathematically mean states
themselves, for a true end in itself offers on their continua, while the extremes are all
more finality. For example, wealth is not an immoral. One immorality is the deficiency
end in itself, but a means to other things. of the morality, the other exceeding it. For
Happiness, then, is an end not a means, and example, absolute fear (cowardice) is an im-
truly experienced only at the natural end of morality deficient from courage, while con-
a character’s uninterrupted life. Therefore, fidence (the polar opposite of fear) is cour-
characters must live not for today, not for age in excess. The extremes are opposed to
tomorrow, but for tomorrow so that they both each other and the mean. Further, one
are content with or do not regret today. This absolute extreme will be farther from the
is conclusively the final and self-sufficient mean than the other, this is the greater im-
good to which all character’s actions aim, morality. In the above example, absolute fear
whether each character is aware or not. is the greater immorality, while absolute con-
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7. Finally, 3 guidelines are offered if morality is Morality

sought: D e fic ie nc y M e an Exc e s s
1. Always be wary of pleasure. Fe a r Coura ge Confi de nc e
2. All things being equal and when you (c owa rdi c e ) (ra shne ss)
are unsure, avoid the greater immo- Inse nsi bi l i ty Te mpe ra nc e Se l f-Indul ge nc e
rality.
3. Assess where you are on the con- Me a nne ss Li be ra l i ty Prodi ga l i ty
tinuum (let’s say I believe I am closer
to absolute fear) and instead of sim- Ta ste l e ssne ss
Ni g ga rdl i ne ss Ma gni fi c e nc e
ply aiming at the proper mark (which a nd Vul ga ri ty
is difficult enough), as a carpenter Undue Humi l i ty Prope r Pri de E mpty Va ni ty
straightens a warped board by bend-
ing it beyond where he wants it for Ini ra sc i bi l i ty Good-Te mpe r Ira sc i bi l i ty
a short duration, you should aim be- Moc k
yond the mark for a while (so, then Tr uthful ne ss Boa stful ne ss
Mode sty
if I am closer to fear then I should
Boori shne ss Re a dy -Wi tte dne ss Buffoone ry
try to make decisions slightly exceed-
ing in confidence to temper myself). Qua rre l some ne ss
Fri e ndl i ne ss
O bse qui ousne ss
a nd Surl i ne ss or Fl a tte ry
Sha me l e ssne ss Mode sty Ba shful ne ss
Ri ghte ous
Spi te E nv y
Indi gna ti on
Una mbi ti ousne ss Unna me d Ba l a nc e Ambi ti ousne ss

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 Dimensions of Morality (mean): 3. Passion is sometimes mistaken for courage.
Courage: Courage is a mean between fear Those who act from passion, like wild beasts
and confidence. A character is courageous who rushing at those who have wounded them,
stands their ground before awe-inspiring and ter- are thought to be brave. Courageous char-
rible things. Though courageous characters fear, they acters are also passionate. While courageous
face things as is appropriate. A character is coura- characters act for the sake of honor and are
geous who faces and fears the right things, from the aided by passion, wild beasts act under the
right motive, in the right way, at the right time, and influence of pain and attack because they
who feels confidence under the corresponding con- have been wounded or are afraid. A charac-
ditions. A courageous character is keen in the mo- ter who attacks due to pain or fear, attacks
ment of action and quiet beforehand, while rash due to the strength of their feeling and not
characters wish for dangers beforehand and with- for the sake of honor. A passionate attack,
draw during danger. A character is more likely to however, is something akin to courage.
display courage when undisturbed in sudden alarms 4. Sanguine characters are not necessarily cou-
and dangers that are unforeseen. If a danger is un- rageous. A sanguine character who is expe-
foreseen, then the reaction of a character is more rienced in combat is confident in danger be-
likely to be caused by their disposition and less from cause they have conquered often and against
preparation. Foreseen dangers allow a character to many foes. Therefore, a sanguine character
calculate their reaction. Characters are considered who is experienced in combat thinks they

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courageous when they face something painful. Fur- are the strongest and can suffer nothing.
ther, if they take pleasure in facing what is painful, Drunken characters also behave this way;
then they are expressing and practicing the moral they become sanguine. When their adven-
of courage. Following are 5 types of characters who tures do not succeed, however, sanguine
are commonly mistaken to be courageous, though characters run away.
they are not: 5. Characters who are ignorant of danger also
1. The courage of the citizen-soldier is most appear courageous, though they are similar
like true courage for it is due to morality, to sanguine characters who are experienced
but not if they are compelled by their rulers in combat. Characters who are inexperi-
or are encouraged by officers behind them enced in combat are inferior to those with
or fight in trenches (because trenches physi- experience in terms of courage, since they
cally discourage retreat). lack self-reliance. A sanguine character who
2. Experience with regard to particular facts is experienced in combat will hold their
is also mistaken to be courage. For example, ground for a time, but those who feel de-
those who have had the most experience in ceived about combat flee if they know or
war seem courageous, because the others do suspect that these are different from what
not know the nature of the facts. they supposed.

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 Temperance: Temperance is a mean be- Liberality: Liberality is a mean between
tween insensibility and self-indulgence. Therefore, meanness and prodigality. Moreover, liberality is a
it is a mean regarding the pleasures of taste, touch, mean regarding wealth, especially the giving and tak-
food, drink, and sexual intercourse. These are the ing of wealth. As a virtue, liberality is mostly con-
same pleasures in which animals share. The tem- cerned with the giving of wealth. Riches, therefore,
perate character is not pained at the absence of what will be used best by the character who has liberality.
is pleasant and at their abstinence from it. They A liberal character is more likely to give to the right
dislike the pleasures that the self-indulgent charac- characters and take from the right sources than to
ter enjoys most. Temperate characters avoid exces- take wrongly. Liberal characters are almost the most
sive pleasure. Also, temperate characters only rarely loved of all moral characters, since they are useful,
feel pain or craving when these pleasures are ab- which depends on their giving. The liberal charac-
sent. If felt, then the pain or craving is moderate at ter gives wealth to the right characters, in the right
most. The exercise of appetite increases its innate amounts, and at the right time, with all the other
force. If appetites are strong and violent, then they qualifications that accompany giving rightly. Also, a
even expel the power of calculation. Hence appe- liberal character feels pleasure while giving, or at least
tites should be moderate and few. does not feel pain. A liberal character will not take
from the wrong sources. Taking from the wrong
sources is characteristic of valuing wealth more than
is right. It is unbecoming to confer benefits and ask
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continually for things or favors. A liberal character

cares for their own property, since they wish to help
others by means of their property. Liberal charac-
ters refrain from giving to anybody and everybody,
so that they may have something to give to the right
characters at the right time. It is common for a
liberal character to give excessively and leave too little
for themselves. By nature, liberal characters focus
on others, not themselves. However, a character
who gives less may be the more liberal character if
they have less to give. Characters are considered to
be more liberal if they inherited their wealth instead
of making it. The liberal character does not value
wealth for its own sake, but as a means to giving.
When Haggling, (see Chap. 8: Skills), it is easier to
deal with a liberal character, since they do not value
money as much as others. Liberal characters are
more annoyed if they have not spent something that
they ought, than pained if they have spent some-
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 Magnificence: Magnificence is a mean be- Proper Pride: Proper pride is a mean be-
tween niggardliness and tastelessness/vulgarity. Like tween undue humility and empty vanity. A charac-
liberality, this is also a moral concerned with wealth. ter has proper pride who thinks themselves worthy
But unlike liberality, magnificence relates only to the of great things and is actually worthy. Therefore, a
expenditure of wealth on a large scale. The mag- character with proper pride makes great claims, but
nificent character is liberal, but the liberal character is correct in their claims. Characters with proper
is not necessarily magnificent. The magnificent char- pride claim only that which is in accordance with
acter is like an artist; they know what is appropriate their merits. Since a character with proper pride
and tastefully spend large sums of wealth. If a mag- deserves the most, they must be moral in the high-
nificent character commisions the construction of est degree; the better character always deserves more,
a new building, then they will consider how it can and the best character deserves most. Therefore, a
be made most beautiful rather than how it can be character must be moral to have proper pride.
produced most cheaply. Magnificence only applies Proper pride, then, is the supreme moral because
to honorable expenditures, such as votive offerings, possessing it makes other morals greater, and it does
buildings, and sacrifices, and all those that are proper not exist independent of other morals. A character
objects of public-spirited ambition, as when char- with proper pride is moderately pleased at honors
acters think they ought to entertain the city in a bril- that are great and conferred by moral characters,
liant way. Hence, a poor character cannot be mag- considering the honor to be merely appropriate.
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fittingly spend large sums of wealth. Poor charac- casual characters given for trifling reasons, since char-
ters who try to spend magnificently are fools, since acters with proper pride deserve honor from great
they spend beyond what can be expected of them characters given for great reasons. Therefore, char-
and what is proper. Instead, it is the right expendi- acters with proper pride also despise dishonor given
ture that is moral. Regarding private occasions, the from others, since it cannot be just because charac-
most suitable for magnificent expenditure are those ters with proper pride deserve the best. Overall,
that take place once and for all, such as a wedding characters with proper pride do not value honor (the
or anything that interests the whole city or the char- greatest of the external goods); therefore they do
acters of position in it, including: receiving foreign not value other characters, either. Hence, charac-
guests and sending them on their way, and gifts and ters with proper pride are considered disdainful be-
counter-gifts. The magnificent character spends on cause they do not value others. Fortune is consid-
public objects, not on themselves. Finally, a mag- ered a contributing factor to proper pride, because
nificent character furnishes their house suitably to characters who are wellborn, powerful, or wealthy
their wealth, since even a house is a sort of public are considered worthy of honor. However, charac-
ornament. ters who are wellborn, powerful, or wealthy usually
become disdainful and insolent because they con-
sider themselves superior to others, despise others,
and do as they please. A character with proper pride
despises justly since they think truly, but the many,
the masses, do not. Characters with proper pride
NEMO.GRATUITO.BONUS.EST dislike danger because they honor few things. How-
ever, they will face great dangers, and do not spare
their lives in great danger because they know the
conditions on which life is not worth living. A char-
No one is good for no reason. acter with proper pride confers benefits on others,
but is ashamed to receive benefits from others. To
give benefits to others is the mark of a superior,
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 an inferior. A character with proper pride is apt to Good Temper: Good temper is a mean
confer greater benefits in return, and the recipient between inirascibility and irascibility, or with respect
will incur a debt to the character with proper pride. to anger. A character has good temper who is an-
Characters with proper pride seem to remember any gry at the right things, the right characters, as they
service they have done, but not those they have re- ought, when they ought, and as long as they ought.
ceived, because receiving a service is the mark of an Good tempered characters are praised. A good-
inferior, but characters with proper pride value su- tempered character tends to be unperturbed and not
periority. Characters with proper pride either ask led by passion, but is angry in the manner, at the
for nothing or scarcely anything, and readily give things, and for the length of time that is appropri-
help and are dignified toward characters who enjoy ate. Characters with good temper are considered to
high position and good fortune, but are unassum- err in the direction of deficiency, since good-tem-
ing toward serfs; it is difficult and lofty to be supe- pered characers are not revengeful, but tend to make
rior to the former, but easy to be superior to the allowances. Regarding good temper, it is difficult to
latter. Characters with proper pride refrain from judge what is appropriate.
action except where great honor or great work is at Truthfulness: Truthfulness is a mean be-
stake; therefore, they are characters of few, but great tween mock modesty and boastfulness. A character
and notable, deeds. Characters with proper pride is truthful who values truth, calls a thing by its own
are open in their love and hate, because concealing name, admits what they have for what it is, and is
feelings is caring less for truth than what others think, truthful both in word and deed. Each character
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and is the role of a coward. Likewise, characters speaks, acts, and lives in accordance with their dis-
with proper pride speak and act openly; they are position, if they are not acting for some ulterior
free of speech because they are contemptuous, and object. Falsehood is mean and culpable. A charac-
they tell the truth, except when speaking in irony to ter who values truth, and is truthful where nothing
the vulgar. Characters with proper pride are unable is at stake, will still be more truthful where some-
to revolve their life around another, unless a friend. thing is at stake; they will avoid falsehood as some-
For this reason, all flatterers are servile and lacking thing base, seeing that they avoided it even for its
in self-respect. Since nothing is considered great by own sake. Therefore, a truthful character is worthy
a character with proper pride, they are not given to of praise. A truthful character is more likely to un-
admiration. Characters with proper pride do not derstate the truth than to exaggerate it, because ex-
gossip, speak about themselves or about another, aggerations are wearisome. However, a truthful
care to be praised, or care to blame others. Like- character aims not to understate or exaggerate, but
wise, characters with proper pride do not praise oth- for truth.
ers or speak evil even about their enemies, except
from haughtiness. With regard to necessary or small
matters, characters with proper pride are least likely
to lament or ask favors. Characters with proper pride
possess things that are beautiful and profitless, rather
than profitable and useful, because they suffice to
themselves. Characters with proper pride step slowly,
have a deep voice, and a level utterance, since a char-
acter who takes few things seriously is unlikely to be
hurried or excited; a shrill voice and rapid gait are
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 Ready-wittedness: Ready-wittedness is a Modesty: Modesty is a mean between
mean between boorishness and buffoonery. A char- shamefulness and bashfulness. A character is mod-
acter is ready-witted who jokes tastefully. Ready- est who lacks fear of dishonor and does not blush.
witted characters are socially flexible with discourse. Older characters are more likely to have modesty,
Ready-witted characters are tactful, so they speak because younger characters are more prone to feel-
of, and listen to, such things as appropriate for a ing shame and are more affected by emotions. Char-
moral and well-bred character. The jest of a ready- acters who are more affected by emotions commit
witted character differs from a vulgar character, just more errors of reasoning and are more restrained
as the jest of an educated character differs from that by shame. Older characters are not praiseworthy
of an uneducated character. A ready-witted charac- who are prone to a sense of disgrace, since they are
ter can make, listen to, and tolerate the same kinds considered to have enough experience not to do
of jokes. Therefore, there are jokes that a ready- anything to cause disgrace by their age. Both shame
witted character will not make, listen to, or tolerate. and bashfulness are related to bodily conditions,
In some cases, jokes can be abusive. which are more related to emotion than reason.
Friendliness: Friendliness is a mean be- Righteous Indignation: Righteous indig-
tween quarrelsomeness and surliness, and obsequi- nation is a mean between spite and envy. A charac-
ousness or flattery. A character with friendliness ter is righteously indignant who is distressed at the
will tolerate and resent the right things in the right evidence of unworthy success of another. Gener-
way. If passion or affection is included, then this ally, characters who are prone to righteous indigna-

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character is a good friend. However, this moral does tion consider themselves deserving of things they
not include passion or affection, so it is termed do not believe others deserve. Therefore, charac-
friendliness, not friendship. A character with friend- ters are not righteously indignant who are servile,
liness behaves the same toward acquaintances and worthless, or unambitious, because they do not con-
strangers, toward intimates and non-intimates, ex- sider themselves worthy of anything. Righteous in-
cept that in each case a character with friendliness dignation is an emotion characteristic of a moral
behaves appropriately. Wherever it is dishonorable character.
or harmful to contribute pleasure, a character with Unnamed Balance of Ambitiousness:
friendliness refuses. Wherever it is appropriate to The unnamed balance is a mean between
give pain, a character with friendliness refuses to give unambitiousness and ambitiousness. A character has
pleasure. For the sake of a great future pleasure, the unnamed balance of ambitiousness if honor is
too, a character with friendliness inflicts small pains. sought, but not on a grand scale.

IDEM.VELLE.ATQUE.IDEM.NOLLE.
EA.DEMUM.FIRMA.AMICITIA.EST

Liking the same things and disliking the same things,

that is true friendship.

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 Dimensions of Immorality (deficiency): Niggardliness (GE): Niggardliness is de-
Fear (GE1): Fear is deficient courage. A ficient magnificence. Regarding great expenditures,
character who is fearful is a coward. Fearful charac- a niggardly character is less concerned with beauty
ters lack confidence. The coward is a character who and more concerned with how it can be produced
fears everything. A fearful character may commit most cheaply. After spending a great amount of
suicide to escape from poverty, love, or anything wealth, niggardly characters will spoil the beauty of
painful. Cowardice is a vice scorned by most char- the result for a trifle. Whatever they are doing, nig-
acters, races, and cultures. gardly characters hesitate and consider how they may
Insensibility: Insensibility is deficient tem- spend less. Moreover, niggardly characters think they
perance. Characters are insensible who do not en- are doing everything on a bigger scale than they
joy the pleasures enjoyed by most others. Insen- ought.
sible characters are rare. Insensibility regarding tem- Undue Humility (GE): Undue humility is
perance is rarely human. Humans value their plea- proper pride that is deficient. A character is unduly
sure, and are usually self-indulgent. If a character humble who thinks themselves unworthy when they
finds nothing pleasant and nothing more attractive are actually worthy. The unduly humble character
than anything else, then they are likely to be a falls short both in comparison with their own mer-
borbytingarna or hill troll. its and in comparison with the claims of a character
Meanness (GE): Meanness is the deficiency with proper pride. Unduly humble characters, be-
of liberality. A character is mean who values wealth ing worthy of good things, rob themselves of what
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more than is right. If a character is pained from they deserve. An unduly humble character seems
giving, then they prefer wealth to a noble act. Mean- not to know themselves, since they misjudge their
ness may be considered as deficient giving and ex- worth. Yet such characters are not considered to
cessive taking, except in small things. Meanness is be fools, but rather unduly retiring. Such a reputa-
considered incurable because old age and every dis- tion, however, seems actually to make them worse.
ability is thought to make mean characters. Mean- Each kind of character aims at what corresponds
ness is also considered more common than prodi- to their worth, and characters with undue humility
gality, because most characters are fonder of get- refrain even from noble actions and undertakings.
ting wealth than giving it. There are many kinds of Regarding proper pride, the greater evil is undue
meanness. Some characters are only excessive in humility, not empty vanity. Undue humility is also
taking, while other characters are merely deficient commoner.
in giving. Those characters who are called by such Inirascibility: Inirascibility is deficient an-
names as ‘miserly’, ‘close’, or ‘stingy’, are deficient ger, or less than a good temper. A character is
in giving, but do not necessarily covet the posses- inirascible who is not angry at the things at which
sions of others or wish to take them. Other char- they should be angry. Inirascible characters are con-
acters who are excessive in taking will take anything sidered to be fools. They are considered not to feel
from any source. For example, occuaptions that things or be pained by them. Since inirascible char-
have many mean characters include: bandit, money- acters do not get angry, they are considered to be
lender, pimp, and whore. Gamblers are also mean unlikely to defend themselves, and to endure being
characters. These characters take more than they insulted. To tolerate insult to one’s friends is slav-
ought and from wrong sources. What is common ish.
to them is a sordid love of gain.

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 Mock Modesty: Mock modesty is deficient Dimensions of Immorality (excess):
truthfulness. A character is mock modest who dis- Confidence: Confidence or rashness is ex-
claims or belittles what they have. Characters who cessive courage. Rash characters are usually boast-
understate things seem more attractive compared ful, only pretending to have courage. Rash charac-
to boasters. Mock modest characters are consid- ters hope to appear courageous to others regarding
ered to speak not for gain but to avoid parade. Mock terrible things. Therefore, rash characters usually
modest characters disclaim qualities that bring repu- imitate courageous characters. Rash characters wish
tation. Characters who disclaim trifling and obvi- for dangers beforehand, but withdraw during dan-
ous qualities are called ‘humbugs.’ Sometimes dis- ger, while courageous characters are keen in the mo-
claiming obvious qualities is considered to be boast- ment of action, but quiet beforehand. Sanguine
fulness, though it is actually mock modesty. characters, for example, are confident in danger only
Boorishness: Boorishness is deficient ready- because they have conquered often and against many
wittedness. A character is boorish who can neither foes, thinking they are strongest and can suffer noth-
make a joke themselves nor tolerate those who do ing. Yet they closely resemble courageous charac-
are thought to be boorish and unpolished. The boor ters, because both are confident. Drunken charac-
is useless for such social intercourse. A boor con- ters also behave in this way; they become sanguine.
tributes nothing and finds fault with everything. Re- Self-Indulgence (GE): Self-indulgence is
laxation and amusement are thought to be a neces- excessive temperance. Self-indulgent characters
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qualities. they should. Usually, a self-indulgent character pre-
Quarrelsomeness and Surliness: Quarrel- fers these pleasures to all others. It is presumed
someness and surliness are deficient friendliness. A that few characters have immoral appetites, but if
character is quarrelsome or surly who opposes ev- they do, then most are excessive. It is considered
erything and does not care about giving pain. Quar- immoral to eat or drink more than is required to
relsome and surly characters are also called churlish replenish the body of a character. The self-indul-
and contentious. gent character is more pained than others at not
Shamelessness (GE): Shamelessness is getting pleasure. Their pain is caused by a lack of
deficient modesty. A character is shameless who pleasure. The self-indulgent character craves plea-
does not admire or despise others, and lacks feeling sure, and their appetite will cause them to choose
a sort of pain and agitation concerning immorali- pleasure over all other things. Self-indulgent faults
ties, whether past, present, or future. For example, are considered childish, since children live at the beck
a shameless female character may provide services and call of appetite, and it is in them that the desire
of the body or engaging in shameful actions. A is strongest for pleasure of the senses. Otherwise,
shameless male character may physically violate oth- self-indulgent characters are often compared to ani-
ers. mals and called brutish, because the pleasures of
Spite: Spite is deficient righteous indigna- taste and touch are the highest form of pleasure for
tion. A character is spiteful who is an impediment animals.
to the wishes of another character. A spiteful char-
acter does not impede another to get anything for
themselves, but to prevent the other from getting
anything. Since, then, there is no gain for them-
selves, a spiteful character belittles the other. TE.ODEO
Unambitiousness: Unambitiousness is a
deficiency of the unnamed balance. A character is
unambitious who is unwilling to be honored, even
for noble reasons.
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 Prodigality: Prodigality is excessive liberal- Irascibility (GE): Irascibility is excessive
ity. Characters who are incontinent and excessively anger, and quite different from good-temper. This
spend money on their pleasure are prodigals. A excess can be manifested in numerous ways, though
prodigal is a character who wastes their substance, all are not found in the same character. For ex-
which is usually their wealth. Therefore, a prodigal ample, a character can be angry with the wrong char-
becomes ruined by their own fault. Unfortunately, acters, at the wrong things, more than is right, too
the lives of most characters depend on their pos- quickly, or too long. Irascibility is more opposed to
session of substance or wealth. Prodigality exceeds good-temper than inirascibility; not only is it com-
in giving, not taking. Prodigals usually fall short in moner (revenge is very human), but irascible char-
taking. Prodigals are usually considered foolish rather acters are worse to live with. 3 types of irascible
than immoral. After all, a wicked or evil character is characters are described below:
unlikely to give excessively, yet fail to take from oth- Hot-tempered characters quickly get angry
ers. However, the worst prodigals value giving or with the wrong characters at the wrong things and
spending so much that they willingly take from the more than is right, but their anger ceases quickly,
wrong sources. These kinds of prodigals do not which is best about them. Hot-tempered charac-
take from others due to wickedness, but mainly due ters do not restrain their anger, but retaliate openly
to poverty, which is their own fault. and quickly. After a short outburst, their anger
Tastelessness and Vulgarity: Tastelessness ceases. Hot-tempered characters tend to have cho-
and vulgarity are excessive magnificence. Tasteless- leric temperaments. Excessively choleric characters
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ness is excessive spending on showy objects that are are quick-tempered and ready to be angry with ev-
exquisite, and yet in wrong circumstances. Taste- erything and on every occasion; whence their name.
lessness does not relate to excessive spending on Sulky characters are hard to appease, and
meager objects. For example, a tasteless character retain their anger long; they repress their passion.
would build a mansion in a povertous neighborhood. The anger of sulky characters ceases upon retalia-
Vulgarity occurs when a character spends beyond tion; they are pleasured at the relief from their pain.
what is right. For example, a vulgar character would If a sulky character does not retaliate, then the an-
give a club dinner on the scale of a wedding ban- ger is retained. Such characters are troublesome to
quet. Tasteless and vulgar characters do not seek themselves and to their dearest friends.
honor, but to show off their wealth. Characters Bad-tempered characters are those who are
with this vice think they are admired solely for wealth. angry at the wrong things, more than is right, longer,
Where they ought to spend much, they spend little; and cannot be appeased until they inflict vengeance
where they ought to spend little, they spend much. or punishment.
Empty Vanity: Empty vanity is proper pride
that is excessive. A character is vain who thinks they
are worthy of great things, when they are actually
unworthy. A vain character incorrectly compares
themselves with others, and considers themselves
superior to others. Vain characters are fools and
ignorant of themselves. When unworthy, a vain
character attempts an honorable undertaking, but is
later discovered to be unworthy. Vain characters
adorn themselves with clothing, outward show, and
such things. Characters who are vain wish their good
fortune to be known publicly, and speak about their
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 Boastfulness (GE): Boastfulness is when Obsequiousness and Flattery: Obsequi-
claims exceed truthfulness. A boastful character is ousness and flattery are excessive friendliness. Ob-
likely either to claim to have things that bring glory sequious characters attempt to give pleasure by prais-
when they do not have them, or claim to have more ing everything without opposition. An obsequious
of them than they do. A character who claims to character attempts to give no pain to others. Of
have more than is truthful with no ulterior motive those who contribute pleasure, the character who is
delights in falsity for its own sake; this is the worst pleasant with no ulterior motive is obsequious, but
kind of boastfulness. A character who boasts to the character who is pleasant with an ulterior mo-
acquire money is more blameworthy than a charac- tive is a flatterer.
ter who boasts to acquire reputation or honor. A Bashfulness: Bashfulness is excessive mod-
boaster’s capacity is less important than their pur- esty. Bashfulness is caused by shame. Shame re-
pose. One character may be boastful because they sults from imagining a loss of reputation from some-
enjoy lying, while another character desires gains. one admired or not despised. Characters feel more
Most characters who boast to increase reputation shame at things done before the eyes of admired
will claim to have a quality worthy of praise, though characters and in the open. The proverb “Shame is
the claim will be difficult to disprove, such as having in the eyes,” indicates that shame may be observed
the powers of a seer, sage, or doctor. Boastfulness in the eyes of the guilty as well as the eyes of those
is more opposed to truthfulness than mock mod- who have been disappointed. Characters who have
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Buffoonery (GE): Buffoonery is excessive shamed and exhibit bashfulness. If a character ex-
ready-wittedness. Those who carry humor to ex- periences misfortune and does not want to be seen
cess are thought to be vulgar buffoons, striving af- by rivals, then the character is bashful.
ter humor at all costs. A buffoon seeks laughter Envy: Envy is the excess of righteous in-
instead of saying what is becoming or avoiding pain dignation. All things seem great to an envious char-
to the object of their fun. The ridiculous side of acter. Envy is distress caused by apparent success
things is not far to seek, however, and most charac- of a peer who has attained something desired by
ters delight more than they should in amusement the envious character. Characters envy whoever has
and jesting. Many characters consider buffoons to acquired whatever belongs naturally to themselves
be ready-witted because their humor is attractive. or what they once had. For this reason, older char-
Nonetheless, buffoons differ from ready-witted char- acters envy younger characters. Characters who
acters. The buffoon is a slave to their sense of hu- spent much money on an object envy those who
mor and spares neither themselves nor others for spent less for the same object. Finally, characters
humor. A refined character will never repeat the who had difficulty acquiring something or did not
words of a buffoon, and probably will not listen to get it at all envy those who got it quickly or easily.
them in the first place. Ambitiousness: Ambitiousness is an excess
to the unnamed balance. An ambitious character
seeks honor more than they should. Usually, an
ambitious character will use immoral means to pur-
QUOD.VULT.QUI.DICIT. sue honor. Moreover, an ambitious character loves
QUOD.NON.VULT.SAEPIUS.AUDIT honor more than most characters.

BLANDAE.MENDACIA.LINGUAE
He who says what he wants,
often hears what he doesn’t want. the lies of a flattering tongue

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 Chapter 5: Mind

Concerning the physical mind, this chapter • Blood causes the sanguine temperament,
Chapter 5: Mind

is comprised of temperament and mental illness. which is characterized as warm and pleasant.
Since ancient times, sentient creatures have classi- • Yellow Bile causes the choleric tempera-
fied themselves and others according to perceptions ment, which is characterized as hot-tempered.
of mental health. • Black Bile causes the melancholic tem-
perament, which is characterized as sad and de-
pressed.
Temperament • Phlegm causes the phlegmatic tempera-
ment, which is characterized as apathetic.
Temperament is a combination of internal
processes that are determined at birth and affect
A well-balanced ratio of the 4 secretions in
the moods and lives of characters. 4 bodily secre-
the humanoid body is believed to be related to san-
tions cause temperament:
ity and health. The secretions and their predomi-
nant temperaments are related to the elements, sea-
sons, the 4 winds, and much more. Below is a table
that corresponds the 4 bodily secretions with the
appropriate temperament and other associations:

Te m pe ram e nt: Sanguine Chole ric Me lanc holic Phle gm atic

Se c re ti on Bl ood Ye l l ow Bi l e Bl a c k Bi l e Phl e gm
E l e me nt Ai r Fi re E a rth Wa te r
Sta te Li qui d Ga se ous De nse Sol i d
Qua l i ty Hot-Moi st Hot-Dry Col d-Dry Col d-Moi st
Age Chi l dhood Youth Ma turi ty O l d Age
Se a son Spri ng Summe r Autumn Wi nte r
Wi nd South E a st North We st
Pa rt of Body He a d, Ne c k , Shoul de r Uppe r Body Lowe r Body Thi gh, Kne e , Foot

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 A character may not be defined with only 1 Sanguine
temperament. Characters are defined with a domi- This temperament is associated with extro-
nant and secondary temperament, while the other 2 verts, talkative characters, and optimists. These char-
remain recessive. Every character has a unique com- acters have appealing personalities and are the life
bination of the 4 temperaments. Theorists believe of any party. They have good senses of humor and
that perfection is a state in which no temperament are usually gifted at Storytelling (see Chap. 8: Skills).
predominates, but instead when all are proportion- Sanguine characters are enthusiastic, expressive, and
ate within a character. emotional. Wide-eyed, innocent, and curious, these
characters live in the present and are always sincere
Determining Temperament at heart. Sanguine characters manage to find the
To determine the temperament of a char- humor in disasters, are always cheery, and are liked
acter, roll 1d100 for each of the 4 temperaments by others. Creative and colorful, these characters
and note the results on your character sheet. The look great on the surface and have energy and en-
higher the roll, the more of that particular tempera- thusiasm in all that they do. Thriving on compli-
ment is innate in the character. Ideally, a healthy ments, sanguine characters make friends easily and
and mentally balanced character has rolls of 50 or love others. These characters seek to prevent dull
51 in each of the temperaments. Observe the domi- moments by providing excitement, and they never
nant and secondary temperaments, ignore the other hold grudges. Sanguine characters are compulsive
2, and read the generalizations below about the tem- talkers with loud voices. Remembering names is dif-
perament of the character. ficult for these characters, and they are prone to
complaining. It is possible these characters appear

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Alternate Method too happy to others and, seeming fake, scare them
A test exists to determine temperament, and away. Driven by their inner child, sanguine charac-
may be downloaded freely at www.fatalgames.com. ters are naïve and easily get angry. Sanguine charac-
If the Aedile concurs, then a player may use the ters are disorganized and would rather talk than act.
results from the Temperament Test for their char- Further, they often forget obligations, have fading
acter. confidence, and are undisciplined. Many decisions
are based upon feelings. Hating to be alone and
needing attention, these characters seek center stage
by dominating conversations and energetically in-
terrupting others. These characters often make ex-
cuses and have a tendency to repeat stories. It is
assumed that the sanguine temperament is caused
by blood.

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 Choleric Melancholic
This temperament is associated with extro- This temperament is associated with the in-
verts, doers, and optimists. Born leaders, choleric trovert, thinker, and pessimist. Melancholic charac-
characters are active and have a compulsive need ters tend to be deep, thoughtful, and analytical. They
for change. Driven to correct wrongs, they are not are serious, purposeful, and prone to genius. Of-
discouraged easily and may be unemotional. These ten, they are talented and creative, with an artistic or
characters exude confidence, are strong-willed, and musical inclination. Melancholic characters may be
decisive. This temperament causes characters to be philosophical, poetic, and appreciate beauty. Sensi-
organized and task-oriented. Insisting on the pro- tive to others, they may be self-sacrificing, consci-
ductivity of others, these characters seek practical entious, or idealistic. This temperament causes char-
solutions to problems and move quickly to action. acters to set high standards and want everything done
Thriving on opposition, these characters have little right. Their homes are orderly, and otherwise they
need for friends or groups and excel during emer- are persistent, thorough, orderly, organized, and al-
gencies. Unfortunately, choleric characters may be ways neat and tidy. This powerful drive is often char-
bossy, impatient, quick-tempered, unable to relax, acterized negatively by others, but melancholic char-
and refuse to give up even when clearly losing. These acters often solve problems and surprise others with
characters are too intense, come on too strong, and creativity. Melancholic characters need to finish what
are inflexible and uncomplimentary. Choleric char- they start. Socially, this temperament causes char-
acters dislike tears and emotions, and are generally acters to make friends cautiously and stay in the back-
unsympathetic. These characters give answers too ground to avoid attention. These characters are
quickly, dominate more than is good, and are often faithful, devoted, and listen well to complaints. Un-
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too busy for their families. Also, choleric characters fortunately, they can be moody and depressed, of-
are impatient with poor performance and have little ten remembering or emphasizing the negative. Fur-
tolerance for mistakes. Choleric characters are of- ther, they are self-centered, often in another world,
ten rude, tactless, and manipulate others. Though and may have a low opinion of themselves. Melan-
these characters may often be right, which they al- cholic characters are not people-oriented, and pre-
ways insist upon, this also makes them unpopular fer to deal with things rather than people. Also,
with others. It is assumed that the choleric tem- these characters prefer analysis to work. Having a
perament is caused by yellow bile. deep need for approval, these characters are hard to
please and often set standards too high. Often with-
drawn and remote, melancholic characters are criti-
cal of others and withhold affection. In characters,
this temperament can cause them to be antagonis-
tic and vengeful because they are suspicious of oth-
ers and dislike those in opposition. This tempera-
ment causes characters to be unforgiving and skep-
tical of compliments. It is assumed that the melan-
cholic temperament is caused by black bile.

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 Phlegmatic However, since they are unenthusiastic, they may be
This temperament is associated with intro- feared or others may worry about them, especially
verts, watchers, and pessimists. Having low-key per- since they are indecisive and avoid responsibility.
sonalities, phlegmatic characters are relaxed, calm, This temperament causes characters to be too shy,
cool, and easy-going. Their lives are balanced and compromising, and self-righteous. Phlegmatic char-
consistent. They are quiet but witty, sympathetic, acters are lax on discipline, lack motivation, and are
and kind. Good parents, phlegmatic characters are not goal-oriented. They can be lazy, careless, and
able to take the bad with the good, keep their emo- discouraging to others. These characters would
tions hidden, and are never in a hurry. Phlegmatic rather watch than become involved. While they
characters are competent, steady, agreeable, and watch, however, they are judgmental, sarcastic, and
good under pressure, though they often seek the resistant to change. It is assumed that the phleg-
easiest way to get things done. These characters are matic temperament is caused by phlegm.
easy to get along with, pleasant, and inoffensive.

Te m pe ram e nt Stre ngths

Sanguine Chole ric Me lanc holic Phle gm atic
Appe a l i ng pe rsona l i ty Born l e a de r Thoughtful Low-k e y
Ta l k a ti v e Dy na mi c a nd a c ti v e Ana l y ti c a l E a sy -goi ng
Good se nse of humor Compul si v e ne e d to c ha nge Se ri ous a nd purpose ful Re l a xe d
E nthusi a sti c Must c orre c t wrongs Prone to ge ni us Cool , c a l m, a nd c ol l e c te d
Che e rful Strong-wi l l e d Ta l e nte d a nd c re a ti v e Pa ti e nt
Curi ous De c i si v e Arti sti c or musi c a l Qui e t, but wi tty

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Si nc e re Une moti ona l Phi l osophi c a l /Poe ti c Sy mpa the ti c
Turns di sa ste r i nto humor Not e a si l y di sc oura ge d Appre c i a te s be a uty Ke e ps e moti ons hi dde n
Vol unte e rs for j obs Inde pe nde nt Se nsi ti v e to othe rs Al l -purpose c ha ra c te r
Cre a ti v e a nd c ol orful Se l f-suffi c i e nt Se l f-sa c ri fi c i ng Good pa re nt
E a si l y i nspi re s othe rs Confi de nt Consc i e nti ous Is not i n a hurry
E a si l y ma k e s fri e nds Ca n r un a ny thi ng Ide a l i sti c Ca n ta k e good wi th ba d
Lov e s c ha ra c te rs Goa l -ori e nte d Pe rfe c ti oni st Doe s not ge t upse t
Thri v e s on c ompl i me nts Se e s the whol e pi c ture Sc he dul e -ori e nte d Compe te nt a nd ste a dy
E nv i e d by othe rs O rga ni ze s we l l Consc i ous of de ta i l s Pe a c e ful a nd a gre e a bl e
Doe s not hol d gr udge s Se e k s pra c ti c a l sol uti ons Pe rsi ste nt Admi ni stra ti v e a bi l i ty
Apol ogi ze s qui c k l y Mov e s qui c k l y to a c ti on O rde rl y a nd orga ni ze d Me di a te s probl e ms
Sponta ne ous De l e ga te s work Ne a t a nd ti dy Av oi ds c onfl i c ts
Insi sts on produc ti on E c onomi c a l Good unde r pre ssure
Sti mul a te s a c ti v i ty Se e s the probl e ms Fi nds the e a sy wa y
Thri v e s on opposi ti on Fi nds c re a ti v e sol uti ons Good l i ste ne r
Ha s l i ttl e ne e d for fri e nds Ca uti ousl y ma k e s fri e nds Ha s ma ny fri e nds
Wi l l work for group a c ti v i ty Av oi ds c a usi ng a tte nti on Inoffe nsi v e
Wi l l l e a d a nd orga ni ze Fa i thful a nd de v ote d Dry se nse of humor
Is usua l l y ri ght Compa ssi ona te Ha s c ompa ssi on & c onc e rn
E xc e l s i n e me rge nc i e s Se e k s i de a l ma te

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 Te m pe ram e nt We akne s s e s
Sanguine Chole ric Me lanc holic Phle gm atic
Compul si v e ta l k e r Bossy Moody /De pre sse d Une nthusi a sti c
E xa g ge ra te s Impa ti e nt E nj oy s be i ng hurt Fe a rful
E l a bora te s Qui c k -te mpe re d Fa l se humi l i ty Worri e d
Dwe l l s on tri v i a Ca nnot re l a x O ff i n a nothe r worl d Inde c i si v e
Ca nnot re me mbe r na me s Too i mpe tuous Re me mbe rs ne ga ti v e s Av oi ds re sponsi bi l i ti e s
Sc a re s othe rs a wa y E nj oy s c ontrov e rsy Low se l f-i ma ge Qui e t wi l l of i ron
Too ha ppy for some Argume nta ti v e Se l e c ti v e he a ri ng Se l fi sh
Ha s re stl e ss e ne rg y Wi l l not gi v e up i f l osi ng Se l f-c e nte re d Too shy
E goti sti c a l Come s on too strong Too i ntrospe c ti v e Too c ompromi si ng
Compl a i ns Infl e xi bl e Gui l ty fe e l i ngs Se l f-ri ghte ous
Na ï v e Is not c ompl i me nta ry Pe rse c uti on c ompl e x Not goa l -ori e nte d
Ha s l oud v oi c e a nd l a ugh Di sl i k e s te a rs/e moti ons Te nds to hy poc hondri a La c k s se l f-moti v a ti on
Control l e d by c i rc umsta nc e s Li ttl e tol e ra nc e for mi sta k e s Not c ha ra c te r-ori e nte d Ha rd to ge t mov i ng
Ange rs e a si l y Unsy mpa the ti c Bothe re d by i mpe rfe c ti on Re se nts be i ng pushe d
Se e ms phony to some Doe s not a na l y ze de ta i l s Choose s di ffi c ul t work La zy a nd c a re l e ss
Ne v e r ma ture s Bore d by tri v i a He si ta nt to sta rt proj e c ts Di sc oura ge s othe rs
Forge ts obl i ga ti ons Ma y be r ude Pl a ns too muc h Woul d ra the r wa tc h
Doe s not fol l ow-through Ma y ma k e ra sh de c i si ons Pre fe rs a na l y si s to work Da mpe ns e nthusi a sm
Lose s c onfi de nc e Ma ni pul a te s othe rs Ha rd to pl e a se Sta y s uni nv ol v e d
Undi sc i pl i ne d De ma ndi ng of othe rs Sta nda rds too hi gh Indi ffe re nt to pl a ns
Pri ori ti e s out of orde r Work a hol i c De e p ne e d for a pprov a l Judge s othe rs
De c i de s by fe e l i ngs De ma nd l oy a l ty Li v e s through othe rs Sa rc a sti c a nd te a si ng
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Di stra c te d e a si l y Te nds to use c ha ra c te rs Inse c ure soc i a l l y Re si sts c ha nge

Ha te s to be a l one Domi na te s othe rs Wi thdra wn/re mote
Ne e ds to be c e nte r sta ge Ca n do e v e ry thi ng be tte r Cri ti c a l of othe rs
Wa nts to be popul a r Knows e v e ry thi ng Wi thhol ds a ffe c ti on
Look s for c re di t Too i nde pe nde nt Di sl i k e s those i n opposi ti on
Domi na te s c onv e rsa ti ons De c i de s for othe rs Suspi c i ous of c ha ra c te rs
Inte rr upts Posse ssi v e Anta goni sti c
Doe s not l i ste n Ca nnot sa y “I’ m Sorry ” Ve nge ful
Fi c k l e a nd forge tful Ma y be ri ght, but unpopul a r Unforgi v i ng
Ma k e s e xc use s Ful l of c ontra di c ti ons
Re pe a ts stori e s Sk e pti c a l of c ompl i me nts

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How to Interpret Sanguine-Choleric
Clearly, this type of character is an extro-
Multiple Temperaments vert who is predominantly positive and in a good or
Interpretation of the various degrees of the happy mood, though they are also known at times
4 temperaments in each character is often a form to be exacting and unemotional, driven, intense, and
of art. Scholars are working frantically to unify com- manipulative. The easiest thing to notice about san-
peting theories. Currently, most temperament theo- guine-choleric characters is that usually they are
rists disregard the 2 recessive temperaments of a driven by emotion, yet sometimes are completely
character, no matter how close they may be to the unemotional. It is this conflict between emotion
dominant and secondary temperaments. and lack of emotion that is striking.
For instance, a character named Baldric may
have rolls of 52 for Sanguine, 73 for Choleric, 83 Sanguine-Melancholic
for Melancholic, and 44 for Phlegmatic. Clearly, the Since sanguine and melancholic tempera-
dominant temperament of Baldric is Melancholic ments are opposites, this character feels an inordi-
and his secondary temperament is Choleric. De- nate amount of tension in life, usually happy and
spite the numeric proximity of his Sanguine tem- excited, but occasionally has bouts with depression
perament, both his Sanguine and Phlegmatic tem- and pessimism, withdrawing into themselves. These
peraments are considered recessive or as hardly con- characters are moody, but since they are predomi-
tributing to his overall temperament. nantly sanguine, their moodiness is more public than
Much debate remains, however, concerning private, and is observed by others more than any
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other combination of temperaments.
to the other temperaments. Many scholars note that
the difference between the dominant and second-
Sanguine-Phlegmatic
ary temperaments of a character is an important
On the outside, this character is happy, emo-
consideration. Most claim that the degree that each
tional, expressive, and a joy to others. However,
temperament deviates from the norm is the most
these characters are very selective of which emo-
significant factor. For this reason, the player must
tions they show, and behind closed doors they are
consult with the Aedile about their character’s tem-
characterized as unenthusiastic. It is this contrast
perament so that a sensical understanding can be
that causes others to consider their happiness to be
reached.
fake.
There are 12 combinations of temperaments
result when considering the dominant and second-
ary temperaments of a character. Below are the 12 Choleric-Sanguine
combinations of temperament, listed with the domi- Oftentimes, this combination of tempera-
nant temperament first, followed by the secondary ments results in a leader or figure of authority who
temperament: is liked and respected. While they are predominantly
driven to get the job done well and without mis-
takes, they seem to be very objective and unemo-
tional. Occasionally, emotions shine through and
their momentary happiness assures those around
them of their competency as a leader who will be
effective, but personable.

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 Choleric-Melancholic satisfying even themselves, which can make them
These characters are likely to become lead- intolerable to live with. Some of these characters
ers who relentlessly drive others. They view charac- become manic-depressive or sadistic. Melancholic-
ters as tools to get the job done, and more than any choleric characters become angry often. Regarding
other temperament, demand that the tasks of their their families, they emote disapproval and are driven
followers be performed flawlessly. Some characters to castigate them for failures and correct their mis-
respect this type of individual or leader because they takes, though this condemnation and criticism usu-
and their followers are productive, though they may ally accomplishes the opposite effect.
personally dislike them as this character’s low opin-
ion of others becomes evident. With most charac- Melancholic-Phlegmatic
ters, reactions are more extreme, usually a combina- These characters are perhaps the most with-
tion of admiration and hate. Choleric-melancholic drawn of all, often preferring or wishing for a soli-
characters are extremely competitive, forceful, and tary existence. However, when alone as desired, they
often successful. are unenthusiastic about almost everything.

Choleric-Phlegmatic Phlegmatic-Sanguine
This combination of temperaments pro- This blend of temperaments results in a non-
duces characters who are likely to succeed and be- abrasive character who is the easiest to get along
come leaders or authority figures who care about with. They are unenthusiastic, calm, relaxed, yet
the finished product, but prefer instead to delegate when inspired they become emotional, expressive,
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the responsibility of the task to others of impor- and happy. However, they are highly disorganized.
tance around them. Since this leader rarely makes
themselves visible or known, some characters con- Phlegmatic-Choleric
sider them to be a disinterested leader. They are These characters are unenthusiastic and
driving, but unenthusiastic, and often harbor resent- avoid responsibility, yet are prone to be irritable,
ment and bitterness. commanding, and leader-like. This type of charac-
ter does not explode with anger, but just refuses to
Melancholic-Sanguine cooperate. When characters with this temperament
This type of character withdraws from ev- become angry, they often restrain their anger, be-
eryone and is exacting, but often is very happy, ex- coming utterly silent, yet clearly upset.
pressive, or emotional when alone or about their
work. While alone, the creative side of these char- Phlegmatic-Melancholic
acters often emerges, such as with art or music. This combination of temperaments causes
These characters are capable, but rarely venturesome, characters to speak rarely and often makes them
so they usually work well for others. gentle. It is common for others to take advantage
of phlegmatic-melancholic characters. These char-
Melancholic-Choleric acters are rarely angry or hostile, and are often gra-
In most situations, this character is an intro- cious.
vert, though some situations elicit strong responses,
which are usually either negative, critical, driving, or
manipulative. Ironically, it is during these responses
or outbursts when the melancholic-choleric charac-
ter is happiest. These characters usually prepare
twice as well as their foes, so they rarely lose in con-
tests. This combination of temperaments produces
characters who are extremely difficult to please, rarely

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Mental Illness Anorexia Nervosa
Mental illnesses are disorders characterized This mental illness affects 1% of young
by disturbances of a character’s thoughts, emotions, women. Nearly 1-in-5 die of starvation. This con-
or behavior. Various mental illnesses not only exist, dition is the intense fear of gaining weight or be-
but are widespread. Most are unrecognized in the coming obese.
terminology that follows and are simply considered If afflicted with anorexia nervosa, roll 1d100.
madness, the result of sorcery or witchcraft, evil Results from 01-20 indicate the character is doomed
spirits, or demons. The mentally ill usually become to die of starvation in 1d100 weeks. Afflicted char-
objects of religious inquisition and barbaric treat- acters experience an increase of 2d20 to Melancholic
ment. It is for this reason that witch-hunts are popu- Temperament and have the following modifiers: -
lar. Some believe instead that mental illness is the 25% Weight, - 10% Physical Fitness, - 25% Strength,
physical result of imbalances in blood, just like tem- - 10% Bodily Attractiveness, - 25% Health, and +
perament. A player who rerolls sub-abilities acquires 10% Drive.
a mental illness for their character per reroll (see
Chap. 3: Abilities). This information is amassed so Antisocial Personality Disorder
that Aediles may apply it as necessary. Since charac- Characters with this disorder act in a way
ters may acquire or encounter these illnesses, they that disregard the feelings and rights of other char-
are compiled and listed below, followed by a table to acters. Antisocial personalities often break the law,
facilitate the random selection of a mental illness: and they may use or exploit other characters for
their own gain. They may lie repeatedly, act impul-

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sively, and get into physical fights. They may mis-
Abasiophilia treat their spouses, neglect or abuse their children,
Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the and exploit their slaves. They may even kill other
character experiences recurrent and intense sexu- characters. Characters with this disorder are also
ally arousing fantasies, sexual urges, or behaviors in- sometimes called sociopaths or psychopaths. Anti-
volving sexual attraction to lame or crippled part- social personalities usually fail to understand that
ners. This causes significant distress or impairment their behavior is dysfunctional because their ability
in social, occupational, or other important areas of to feel guilty, remorseful, and anxious is impaired.
functioning. Guilt, remorse, shame, and anxiety are unpleasant
Whenever a character afflicted with feelings, but they are also necessary for social func-
abasiophilia sees a lame or cripple, they must pass a tioning and even physical survival. Antisocial per-
Drive sub-ability check at TH 20 or engage in so- sonality disorder affects 3% of males and 1% of
cially unacceptable sexual behavior. females.
Afflicted characters experience an increase
of 3d20 to Choleric and 2d20 to Melancholic Tem-
Acrotomophilia
perament.
Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the
character experiences recurrent and intense sexu-
ally arousing fantasies, sexual urges, or behaviors in-
volving sexual attraction to the amputated stump INSANUS.OMNIS.FUERE.
of a partner; the stump itself is arousing. This causes
significant distress or impairment in social, occupa- CREDIT.CETEROS
tional, or other important areas of functioning.
Whenever a character afflicted with
acrotomophilia sees an amputated stump on another, Every madman believes the
they must pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH 20 others are insane.
or engage in socially unacceptable sexual behavior.

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 Autoabasiophilia Borderline Personality Disorder
Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the Characters with borderline personality dis-
character experiences recurrent and intense sexu- order experience intense emotional instability, par-
ally arousing fantasies, sexual urges, or behaviors in- ticularly in relationships with others. They may make
volving sexual attraction to oneself being lame or frantic efforts to avoid real or imagined abandon-
crippled. This causes significant distress or impair- ment by others. They may experience minor prob-
ment in social, occupational, or other important ar- lems as major crises. They may also express their
eas of functioning. Gruagach ogres have a higher anger, frustration, and dismay through suicidal ges-
frequency of this mental illness than other races. tures, self-mutilation, and other self-destructive acts.
Whenever a character is afflicted with They tend to have an unstable self-image or sense
autoabasiophilia, they must pass a Drive sub-ability of self. As children, most characters with this dis-
check at TH 15 or attempt to amputate a limb and order were emotionally unstable, impulsive, and of-
experience sexual excitement. ten bitter or angry, although their chaotic impul-
siveness and intense emotions may have made them
Avoidant Personality Disorder popular at school. At first they may impress char-
Avoidant personality disorder is character- acters as stimulating and exciting, but their relation-
ized by social withdrawal due to a shyness that is ships tend to be unstable and explosive. About 2%
both intense and anxious. Characters with avoidant of all characters have borderline personality disor-
personalities are reluctant to interact with others der. About 75% of characters with this disorder
unless they feel certain of being liked. They fear are female.
Characters afflicted with borderline person-
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being criticized and rejected. Often they view them-

selves as socially inept and inferior to others. ality disorder experience an increase of 2d20 in Mel-
Afflicted characters lose 2d20 points in San- ancholic Temperament. Further, afflicted charac-
guine Temperament. Although anakim may tend to ters must roll under their Sanguine score on a daily
avoid characters, they do not tend to consider them- basis or engage in (1-30%) an act of self-mutilation
selves inferior to others, so they do not have this or (31-100%) a self-destructive act. The socially un-
mental illness. acceptable episode will occur while experiencing
frustration. The character will not know it is going
Bipolar Disorder (Manic-Depressive) to happen until they are unable to stop themselves.
Characters who suffer from bipolar disor-
der switch back and forth between depression and Callomania
mania. Bipolar disorder may be characterized by Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the
the experience of extreme highs or lows, but little character experiences an irrationally inflated self-
to nothing in between. This mental illness affects impression regarding the sub-ability of Bodily At-
about 1% of the population. Each morning, a die tractiveness and the ability of Charisma. This causes
is rolled to determine whether depression or mania significant distress or impairment in social, occupa-
will be the dominant mood for the day. During tional, or other important areas of functioning.
stressful circumstances, this must be determined Callomania is different than Narcissistic Personality
hourly. Disorder because a callomaniac does not suffer from
Afflicted characters experience an increase a delusion of self-importance, but surpassing beauty.
of 2d20 to Choleric and Melancholic Temperaments. Whenever a character is afflicted with
When a bipolar character is manic, consult the mental callomania, they must behave accordingly. A
illness of mania. When a bipolar character is de- callomaniac may be afraid to do anything that has
pressed, consult the mental illness of depression. even the remote potential to damage their beauty.
Because the moods of elves are more chaotic than Because anakim have higher Bodily Attractiveness
other races, elves have a higher frequency of bipo- than other races, the frequency of callomania is
lar disorder. higher among anakim.

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 Choreomania Dependent Personality Disorder
Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the This disorder involves severe and disabling
character experiences a recurrent and intense ob- emotional dependency on others. Characters with
session to dance (see Chap. 8: Skills). This causes this disorder have difficulty making decisions with-
significant distress or impairment in social, occupa- out a great deal of advice and reassurance from oth-
tional, or other important areas of functioning. ers. They urgently seek another relationship when
Whenever a character is afflicted with a close relationship ends. Alone, they feel uncom-
choreomania and it is possible to dance at the mo- fortable.
ment, a Drive check at TH 17 must be passed or the Characters afflicted with this disorder must
character begins to dance and will dance until ex- pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH 20 for them to
hausted or sufficiently interrupted. While dancing, be alone. If failed, they will seek companionship,
the character will ignore their surroundings. no matter how annoying their behavior.

Coprophilia Depersonalization Disorder

Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the These characters experience an unwelcome
character experiences recurrent and intense sexu- sense of detachment from their own bodies. They
ally arousing fantasies, sexual urges, or behaviors in- may feel as though they are floating above the
volving sexual attraction with defecation, either giv- ground, outside observers of their own mental or
ing or receiving. This causes significant distress or physical processes. Other symptoms may include a
impairment in social, occupational, or other impor- feeling that they or other characters are mechanical

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tant areas of functioning. or unreal, a feeling of being in a dream, a feeling
Due to this mental illness, the Debauchery that their hands or feet are larger or smaller than
(see Chap. 6: Sociality) of this character increases by usual, and a deadening of emotional responses.
97. Whenever a character is afflicted with copro- These symptoms are chronic and severe enough to
philia and involved in a sexual activity or near def- impede normal functioning in a social, school, or
ecation, they must pass a Drive sub-ability check at work environment. Depersonalization disorder is a
TH 10 or engage in socially unacceptable sexual be- relatively rare syndrome thought to result from se-
havior regarding defecation. vere stress.
Characters afflicted with this disorder must
Dementia pass a Common Sense sub-ability check at TH 16
This mental illness is characterized by im- daily, or at a random time during the day {at the
paired memory and difficulties in functions such as 1d12 hour of either A.M. [1-3] or P.M. [4-6], at the
speaking, abstract thinking, and the ability to iden- minute of [(1d6 - 1) and 1d10 (which creates a range
tify familiar objects. of 01-59)]}, an episode will occur that involves (01-
Characters afflicted with dementia lose (30 20%) the feeling of floating, being an observer out-
+ 2d10)% of their sub-abilities of Rhetorical Cha- side one’s body (21-40%), being sure that other char-
risma, Analytic Intelligence, and Reflection. When- acters are mechanical (41-60%), being sure that other
ever they must identify familiar objects, they must characters are not real (61-80%), feeling like they
pass a Reflection sub-ability check at TH 20 or swear are in a dream (81-85%), sure that their hands are
they have never seen it before. Roll 1d8 to deter- larger than usual (86%), sure that their feet are larger
mine the number of symptoms. Next, determine than usual (87%), sure that their hands are smaller
the actual symptoms from the following list: (1) re- than usual (88%), sure that their feet are smaller than
cent memory loss, (2) difficulty performing familiar usual (89%), or (90-100%) they feel a deadening of
tasks, (3) problems with language, (4) time and place emotional responses. The episode will last for 1d100
disorientation, (5) poor judgment, (6) misplacing minutes. Finally, those afflicted experience a loss of
things, (7) mood swings, and (8) a (30 + 2d10)% 2d20 points from their Sanguine, Choleric, and Mel-
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 Depression Dissociative Identity Disorder
Different than the feelings of sadness and (Multiple Personality Disorder)
loneliness that everyone feels from time to time, A character with this disorder has (1d4 + 1)
depression is a deep, unshakable sadness and disin- distinct (1-50%) identities or (51-100%) personality
terest in nearly all activities. Common feelings are states (temperament and disposition) that recurrently
despair, hopelessness, worthlessness, as well as take control of the character’s consciousness and
thoughts of committing suicide. Some characters behavior.
are only affected by depression during autumn and If the character has distinct identities, then
winter. A common mental illness, roughly 10% of the character often gives the alternate identities their
the population suffers from depression, though fe- own personal names; these identities may have char-
males are between 2-3 times as susceptible. Depres- acteristics that differ sharply from the primary iden-
sion usually develops during young adulthood over tity of the character. If the character has multiple
a period of months or years, though it may erupt personality states, then each personality state con-
suddenly in a few weeks or days. Sudden develop- sists of a randomly determined temperament and
ments are often called nervous breakdowns. De- disposition.
pressed characters feel sad every day and may cry A character with this disorder experiences
often. Characters, work, and activities that used to some degree of amnesia, in that one identity or per-
bring them pleasure no longer do. A bout of de- sonality usually will not recall what occurred when
pression typically lasts 8 months. Any character who another identity or personality controlled the char-
has experienced 1 bout of depression is highly likely acter. With this disorder, a character experiences
to experience a future bout. Appetite and sleep may
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sudden shifts in consciousness, identity, and memory.

be affected, sometimes increased, but usually de- For instance, the character may find themselves in a
creased. Stressful events can trigger depression in strange environment, not knowing how they got
those who are predisposed to it. there.
Those afflicted experience an increase of Those afflicted with this disorder must roll
2d20 points in Melancholic Temperament and a 1d100 and the result must be under the score of
decrease of 2d20 points in Sanguine Temperament. their primary temperament in order to remain in it.
Otherwise, an identity (determined by the Aedile)
Dissociative Fugue or another personality state (determined randomly)
These characters forget their personal iden- emerges for 1d100 minutes.
tity and unexpectedly wander away from home. In
many cases, characters with this disorder travel to a Egomania
distant location and adopt a new identity, complete Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the
with a new name, personal history, and place of resi- character experiences an inflated opinion concern-
dence. They may wander hundreds of miles, leav- ing their abilities, as well as exhibiting extreme self-
ing their families mystified about their disappear- interest. This causes significant distress or impair-
ance. Sometimes they appear in foreign churches ment in social, occupational, or other important ar-
unable to explain who they are. Characters with eas of functioning.
this disorder usually appear normal and do not at- Whenever a character is afflicted with ego-
tract public attention. Dissociative fugue typically mania, they must behave as though they believe that
occurs after serious stress of some kind, such as the each of their sub-ability scores is (2d20)% higher
death of a family member, the loss of a job, or a than what it is. An egomaniac is disinterested in
failed relationship. This disorder is quite rare, and others. Egomania is different than Narcissistic Per-
in many cases, fugue victims will suddenly “wake up,” sonality Disorder because an egomaniac has extreme
failing to remember any of the events that occurred self-interest, whereas a nacissistic character suffers
while in the fugue state. from extreme self-importance.

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 Eleutheromania Esthesiomania
Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the
character experiences recurrent and intense impulses character experiences recurrent and intense sensory
to seek freedom. This causes significant distress or hallucinations and perceived moral superiority. This
impairment in social, occupational, or other impor- causes significant distress or impairment in social,
tant areas of functioning. occupational, or other important areas of function-
Whenever a character is afflicted with ing.
eleutheromania and involved in a situation in which Whenever a character is afflicted with
they perceive their freedom to be restrained, they esthesiomania and involved in a discussion or de-
must pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH 15 or they bate about morality, this character must pass a Drive
will be overcome by an urge to seek freedom. The sub-ability check at TH 15 or be overcome by an
method adopted to seek freedom varies with the urge to debate morality with others and demonstrate
situation. Usually, speech is enacted, though vio- their own superior morality. Even if others dem-
lence may be deemed appropriate as well. onstrate that the position of the esthesiomaniac is
contradictory or that their own morality is higher
Erotomania than that of the esthesiomaniac, the esthesiomaniac
Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the will be unaffected. Esthesiomaniacs often suffer de-
character is compelled to tell exaggerated lies about lusions that their god has contacted them or sent
their sexual behavior. This causes significant dis- them a message in their dreams. The only player
tress or impairment in social, occupational, or other races to suffer esthesiomania are white dwarves, light
elves, and humans. However, humans have a higher

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important areas of functioning.
Due to this mental illness, the Debauchery frequency of esthesiomania than white dwarves or
(see Chap. 6: Sociality) of this character increases by light elves.
5. Whenever a character is afflicted with erotoma-
nia, they must pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH Exhibitionism
15 to avoid telling exaggerated lies about their sexual Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the
behavior whenever someone begins talking to them. character experiences recurrent and intense sexu-
ally arousing fantasies, sexual urges, or behaviors in-
Erotophonophilia volving the exposure of their genitals to an unsus-
Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the pecting stranger. This causes significant distress or
character experiences recurrent and intense sexu- impairment in social, occupational, or other impor-
ally arousing fantasies, sexual urges, or behaviors in- tant areas of functioning. Exhibitionists desire pri-
volving lustful murder. This causes significant dis- marily to frighten their subject, though other mo-
tress or impairment in social, occupational, or other tives may be to startle them, see admiration, and
important areas of functioning. demonstrate superiority.
Due to this mental illness, the Debauchery Due to this mental illness, the Debauchery
(see Chap. 6: Sociality) of this character increases by (see Chap. 6: Sociality) of this character increases by
25. Whenever afflicted with erotophonophilia, a 5. Whenever a character is afflicted with exhibi-
character must pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH tionism, they must pass a Drive sub-ability check at
15 or attempt to lustfully murder the first character TH 15 daily or expose their genitals in public to
seen, fixating upon their death. If the check is failed, strangers. Anakim have been known to shun cloth-
then an attempt will be made on their life. If others ing in warm weather and prefer to appear naked in
are around, then the erotophonophiliac must make human communities. Many anakim are proud of
another check each minute in order not to murder their bodies, and consider the custom of wearing
them immediately and wait until they may kill with clothes in warm weather to be the result of low self-
privacy. Those afflicted experience an increase of esteem.
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 Formicophilia Histrionic Personality Disorder
Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the Characters with this disorder constantly
character experiences recurrent and intense sexu- strive to be the center of attention. They may act
ally arousing fantasies, sexual urges, or behaviors in- overly flirtatious or dress in ways that draw atten-
volving sexual attraction when smaller animals or tion. Characters with this mental illness may also
insects crawl upon parts of the body. This causes talk in a dramatic or theatrical style and display ex-
significant distress or impairment in social, occupa- aggerated emotional reactions. At the discretion of
tional, or other important areas of functioning. the Aedile, a character with Histrionic Personality
Due to this mental illness, the Debauchery Disorder may gain 1d10 Skill Points (SP) invested
(see Chap. 6: Sociality) of this character increases to into the Acting (Drama) skill (see Chapter 8: Skills).
100. Whenever a character is afflicted with
formicophilia and involved in a sexual situation, they Hypersomnia
must pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH 15 or be This disorder is characterized by excessive
overcome by an urge to place animals or insects on sleepiness that lasts for at least (3 + 1d12) weeks as
their bodies and experience sexual excitement. evidenced by either prolonged sleep episodes or day-
time sleep episodes that occur almost daily. This
Frotteurism causes significant distress or impairment in social,
Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the occupational, or other important areas of function-
character experiences recurrent and intense sexu- ing. This disorder cannot be accounted for by an
ally arousing fantasies, sexual urges, or behaviors in- inadequate amount of sleep.
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volving touching and rubbing against a non-con- Whenever a character is afflicted with hy-
senting character. This causes significant distress or persomnia, they must pass a daily Drive sub-ability
impairment in social, occupational, or other impor- check at TH 20 or need to sleep (1d12 + 7) hours.
tant areas of functioning. A hypersomniac will feel rested only after uninter-
Due to this mental illness, the Debauchery rupted sleep beyond the number of hours deter-
(see Chap. 6: Sociality) of this character increases by mined above if the check is failed.
5. Whenever a character is afflicted with frotteurism
and they encounter a member of the opposite sex Hypoxyphilia
with a Bodily Attractiveness of 120 or higher, they Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the
must pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH 15 or rub character experiences recurrent and intense sexu-
them against their will. ally arousing fantasies, sexual urges, or behaviors in-
volving sexual asphyxia. This causes significant dis-
Generalized Anxiety Disorder tress or impairment in social, occupational, or other
This disorder causes characters to feel anx- important areas of functioning.
ious most of the time and worry about routine events Due to this mental illness, the Debauchery
and circumstances in their lives. Although they rec- (see Chap. 6: Sociality) of this character increases by
ognize their anxiety to be disproportionate with ac- 25. Whenever a character is afflicted with
tual events, they are unable to control their worry- hypoxyphilia, they must pass a Drive sub-ability
ing. Their worries often interfere with their ability check at TH 20 during all sexual activity or attempt
to concentrate on, or perform, tasks. Physical symp- to choke their partner (01-30%) into unconscious-
toms include disturbed sleep, irritability, muscle ness and experience sexual pleasure while choking
aches, and tension. them. A male hypoxyphiliac may fantasize about
Whenever a character is afflicted with this choking others and become erect at inopportune
disorder during any event that may be construed as times. A female hypoxyphiliac may choke herself
a cause of anxiety, they must pass a Drive sub-abil- with one hand and masturbate with the other.
ity check at TH 15 or all skill checks requiring per-
formance of any kind will suffer - 10.

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 Intermittent Explosive Disorder Mania
This disorder is characterized by several dis- Mania may be characterized by an elevated
crete episodes of failure to resist aggressive impulses or irritable mood, exaggerated self-importance, rac-
that result in serious acts of assault or destruction ing thoughts, and hyperactivity. Characters with ma-
of property. The degree of aggressiveness expressed nia typically feel intoxicated with themselves and life.
during the episodes is grossly misproportionate to They may display an indiscriminate enthusiasm for
any precipitating stressors. manipulating characters, spending money, and pur-
Whenever a character is afflicted with this suing sexual adventure. Manic characters may also
disorder and experiences anything that may be per- display impatience or hostility toward other charac-
ceived as a stressor, they must roll higher than their ters. If frustrated, then they may physically abuse
Choleric Temperament score or respond to it vio- their friends, children, or spouse. Characters with
lently for 2d4 rounds. Further, those afflicted expe- mania often have inflated self-esteem and self-con-
rience an increase of 2d20 points in Choleric Tem- fidence, and assume they have more wit, courage,
perament. imagination, and artistry than everyone else. Severe
mania may include delusions of grandeur, such as
Kleptomania the belief that one is chosen by their god for a spe-
This is a recurrent failure to resist the im- cial mission. Mania typically involves a decreased
pulse to steal objects not needed for personal use or need for sleep, so manic characters often wake up
monetary value. There is an increasing sense of early in a highly energized state. Mania makes char-
tension preceding the unplanned theft, followed by acters extremely talkative. Their loud, rapid-fire
speech sometimes continues unabated without re-

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a relief at the time of the theft. The theft is per-
formed alone and not done out of anger or ven- gard for others. Mania also involves a flight of ideas,
geance. Because kleptomaniacs obtain gratification racing thoughts that cause speech to go off in many
from the act of stealing rather than from posses- different directions. Characters in a manic state be-
sion of the stolen articles, they often steal objects come easily distracted by irrelevant sights, sounds
of little value that they could purchase easily. or ideas, which further disrupts thinking and speech.
Whenever a character is afflicted with klep- Characters with mania may also devise gran-
tomania and around objects of little value in some- diose plans or engage in reckless self-indulgence. For
one else’s possession, they must pass a Drive sub- example, they may invest indiscriminately in risky
ability check at TH 20 or attempt to steal a worth- projects, get involved in many different social ac-
less object. Brown dwarves have a higher frequency tivities, flirt to the point of indecency, and intrude
(8%) of kleptomania than other races. However, in other character’s private lives to the point of be-
4% of all humans are kleptomaniacs. Other races ing obnoxious. Manic characters display many signs
rarely have kleptomaniacs. of impaired judgment and self-destructive behav-
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 Megalomania Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Over a period of (5 + d100) months, the Characters with this disorder have a grandi-
character experiences a recurrent and intensely in- ose sense of self-importance. They seek excessive
flated self-impression in 1 respect. Commonly called admiration from others and fantasize about unlim-
a character who suffers a delusion of grandeur, a ited success or power. They believe they are spe-
megalomaniac believes they are superior to every cial, unique, or generally superior to others. How-
character met. This causes significant distress or ever, they often have very fragile self-esteem.
impairment in social, occupational, or other impor-
tant areas of functioning. Narratophilia
Whenever a character is afflicted with mega- Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the
lomania, they will believe they are superior to oth- character experiences recurrent and intense sexu-
ers in whatever is most important or enjoyable to ally arousing fantasies, sexual urges, or behaviors in-
them. For some, this may be a sub-ability, for oth- volving the use of dirty or obscene words to a part-
ers it will be how well they perform a given skill, and ner. This causes significant distress or impairment
for others it will be their aptitude in an occupation. in social, occupational, or other important areas of
The Aedile must determine the specific respect. functioning.
Megalomania differs from Narcissistic Personality Due to this mental illness, the Debauchery
Disorder because megalomaniacs believe they are (see Chap. 6: Sociality) of this character increases by
superior in what is important or enjoyable, while 10. Whenever a character is afflicted with
narcissistic characters believe they are more impor- narratophilia and alone with their partner, they must
tant.
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pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH 15 or begin

talking filth to their partner and become excited sexu-
ally, or request their partner to speak obscenities.

Necrophilia
This is an abnormal fascination with death
and the dead, especially an erotic attraction to
corpses.
Due to this mental illness, the Debauchery
(see Chap. 6: Sociality) of this character increases to
100. Whenever a character is afflicted with necro-
philia and close to a corpse, they must pass a Drive
sub-ability check at TH 20 or be unable to resist
their urge to copulate with the corpse.

Noctomania
Over a period of (5 + d100) months, the
character experiences a recurrent and intense im-
pulse to avoid the day and experience the night. This
causes significant distress or impairment in social,
occupational, or other important areas of function-
ing.
Whenever a character is afflicted with
noctomania, behaviors will occur such as attempt-
ing to avoid the day and all daylight, sleeping during
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 Nymphomania Obsessive-Comp. Personality Disorder
Over a period of (5 + d100) months, the Different than the Obsessive-Compulsive
female experiences an uncontrollable desire for Disorder listed previously, this disorder is charac-
sexual intercourse. This causes significant distress terized by a preoccupation with details, orderliness,
or impairment in social, occupational, or other im- perfection, and control. Characters with this disor-
portant areas of functioning. This disorder affects der often devote excessive amounts of time to work
only females, and is also known as lagnoperissia. It and productivity and fail to take time for leisure ac-
is common (40%) for nymphomaniacs to also be tivities and friendships. They tend to be rigid, for-
afflicted with phallophilia, which ranges from a pref- mal, stubborn, and serious. Those afflicted experi-
erence (01-60%) to an obsession (61-100%) for an ence an increase of 1d20 points in Choleric and Mel-
exceptionally large Manhood (see Chap. 6: Sociality). ancholic Temperaments. 10% of bugbears are af-
Due to this affliction, the Debauchery (see flicted.
Chap. 6: Sociality) of this character increases by 25.
Whenever a female is afflicted with nymphomania Oniomania
and around a male whose Charisma exceeds 130, Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the
she must pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH 20 or character experiences a recurrent and intense desire
attempt to solicit sex, usually inquiring about the to purchase goods or equipment. Oniomania re-
size of his Manhood. sults in compulsive shopping behavior and is char-
acterized by a lack of control. This causes signifi-
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Different than the disorder following this or other important areas of functioning. Between
one, obsessive-compulsive characters persistently ex- 2-10% of the population are oniomaniacs. The
perience intrusive thoughts or images, or feel com- impulse to purchase things is irresistible, and failure
pelled to perform certain behaviors. Obsessions may to spend leads to anguish. Soon after the purchase,
include unwanted thoughts about inadvertently poi- guilt and regret follow. Anything can trigger the
soning or injuring others. Common compulsions impulse, such as a fight with a loved one. Often,
include repetitive hand-washing or mental actions oniomaniacs do not consider whether or not they
like repeated counting. These obsessions or com- can afford the object, or whether or not they need
pulsions consume a large amount of their time and it. Oniomania occurs more frequently in females
interfere with their daily routine. Most characters than males. The Aedile must roll 1d4 to determine
with this disorder recognize the irrationality of it, how many conditions can trigger the impulse. The
but are unable to change. The disorder develops Aedile must determine what conditions will activate
usually in adolescence or early adulthood, and af- the impulse. When the oniomaniacal character ful-
fects roughly 1% of the human population and 10% fills 1 of these conditions, they must pass a Drive
of bugbears. Although afflicted bugbears may have sub-ability check at TH 20 or be compelled to pur-
unwanted thoughts about poisoning others, the chase the next thing seen. The oniomaniacal char-
thoughts are usually about injuring others. acter receives a - 5 to the Haggling skill while feeling
the impulse.

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 Onomatomania Paranoia
Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the This is a type of psychosis in which a char-
character experiences a recurrent and intense desire acter suffers from logically consistent delusions of
to repeat certain words or sounds. This causes sig- (1-50%) persecution or (51-100%) grandeur. Usu-
nificant distress or impairment in social, occupa- ally, it is characterized by an extreme distrust of oth-
tional, or other important areas of functioning. The ers. For instance, the paranoid character may be-
impulse to repeat certain words or sounds is irre- lieve that every character, even close friends or fam-
sistible, and failure to repeat them leads to anguish. ily, are intending to murder them. Those afflicted
The Aedile must roll 1d100 to determine whether experience a loss of 2d20 points of Sanguine Tem-
the onomatomaniac has an obsession with a (01-50) perament.
word or (51-100) sound. If it is a word, then the
Aedile must devise a random means of selecting a Paranoid Personality Disorder
word from an available dictionary. If it is a sound, These characters feel constant distrust and
then the Aedile must devise a random means of suspicion toward other characters. They believe that
selecting a sound. The Aedile must invent a trigger others are against them and constantly look for evi-
upon which the onomatomaniac must pass a Drive dence to support their suspicions. They are hostile
sub-ability check at TH 20 or repeat the word or toward others and react angrily to perceived insults.
sound until the Drive check is passed. Drive may Those afflicted experience a loss of 2d20 points of
be checked once per round. Sanguine Temperament, and an increase of 2d20
points of Choleric Temperament.
Panic Disorder
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These characters experience repeated, un- Pathological Gambling

expected panic attacks and persistent anxiety con- This is a behavioral disorder in which a char-
cerning the reoccurrence of panic attacks. Panic acter becomes progressively unable to resist the
attacks are periods of intense fear, apprehension, impulse to gamble. This disorder affects 3% of the
or discomfort, and occur usually without warning. adult population, and 80% of those afflicted are
Symptoms include a racing heart, trembling, short- male. They are usually competitive, hardworking,
ness of breath, and choking. and bright characters, and show little interest in pas-
Panic attacks may last from a few seconds sive games of chance. Dwarves have a higher fre-
to a few hours, but most peak in 10 minutes and quency of pathological gambling than other races.
end within a half-hour. Roll 1d10 to determine
whether the unit of time for panic attacks is in (1) Pedophilia
seconds, (2-8) minutes, or (9-10) hours. If the unit Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the
of time is seconds, roll 3d20 to determine the dura- character experiences recurrent and intense sexu-
tion. If the unit of time is minutes, roll 3d20 to ally arousing fantasies, sexual urges, or behaviors in-
determine the duration. If the unit of time is hours, volving sexual activity with a prepubescent child or
roll 1d6 to determine the duration. The condition children, generally age 13 or under for humans. As
affects twice as many females as males, and affects a comparison, for humans the earliest permitted age
only about 2% of the population. Often, these char- for marriage is 12 for a bride and 14 for a groom.
acters experience panic attacks daily or weekly. A This causes significant distress or impairment in
phobia usually triggers the attack. Many become social, occupational, or other important areas of
reluctant to leave home. Those afflicted experience functioning. To qualify as a pedophile, a character
a decrease of 2d20 points in Phlegmatic Tempera- must be at least 16 years old and at least 5 years
ment. A character with Panic Disorder is afraid of older than the child or children. Due to this mental
fear itself. The Aedile may randomly determine the illness, the Debauchery (see Chap. 6: Sociality) of this
time of occurence either in game-time or real time. character increases by 25.

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 Phobia Psychosis
Phobias are excessive and enduring fears of Psychotic characters lose contact with real-
clearly defined objects or situations that interfere ity and have difficulty in everyday life. Unlike char-
with a character’s normal functioning. Although a acters with less severe mental illnesses, psychotic
phobic character knows their fear is irrational, they characters do not recognize that their mental func-
still try to avoid the source of their fear. A compre- tioning is disturbed. 3 kinds of psychotic symp-
hensive list of phobias is available as Appendix 4: toms occur: hallucinations, delusions, and bizarre be-
Phobias in the end of this book. A phobia may be havior. Hallucinations refer to hearing, seeing, smell-
determined randomly from this list. ing, feeling, or tasting something when nothing in
Regardless of the specific phobia, physi- the environment actually caused the sensation. De-
ological symptoms include a rapid and pounding lusions are false beliefs that are obviously untrue to
heartbeat, stomach disorders, nausea, diarrhea, fre- others in the culture of that character. Finally, bi-
quent urination, choking feelings, flushing of the zarre behavior is behavior that is incomprehensible
face, perspiration, tremulousness, and faintness. to others who know the character. Psychedelic
Roughly 10% of characters have a phobia. mushrooms can cause psychosis, and brain tumors
may lead to psychotic symptoms. Some psychotic
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder characters (10%) are unable to develop new memo-
This disorder typically occurs after charac- ries.
ters experience or witness traumatic or catastrophic
events such as physical or sexual assaults, rape, tor- Pyromania

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ture, natural disasters, accidents, and wars. Charac- This is a mental illness in which fires are re-
ters with this disorder relive the traumatic event peatedly and deliberately set, without anger and not
through recurrent dreams or intrusive memories for monetary gain or other benefit, because the char-
called flashbacks. They avoid places or things asso- acter cannot resist the impulse to set fires. The char-
ciated with the trauma and may feel emotionally acter experiences tension before setting the fire and
detached or estranged from others. Other symp- pleasure, relief, or erotic gratification after setting
toms include difficulty sleeping, irritability, and the fire. Legally, pyromaniacs are considered ar-
trouble concentrating. The disorder can last for years sonists.
and severely disrupt the life of a character. Those
affected experience a loss of 1d20 points in San- Raptophilia
guine Temperament. Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the
character experiences recurrent and intense sexu-
ally arousing fantasies, sexual urges, or behaviors in-
volving the act of raping. This causes significant
distress or impairment in social, occupational, or
other important areas of functioning. This is also
called biastophilia.
Due to this mental illness, the Debauchery
(see Chap. 6: Sociality) of this character increases by
50. Whenever a character with raptophilia is near a
character who is attractive to them (usually, with a
Charisma of at least 130), they must pass a Drive
sub-ability check at TH 17 or attempt to isolate and
rape the attractive character. For rules on rape, see
the section on overbearing in the Wrestling skill (see
Chap. 8: Skills) and the Intimidation skill.

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 Satyromania Schizophrenia
Over a period of (5 + d100) months, the Meaning ‘split mind’, but not to be confused
male experiences an uncontrollable desire for sexual with split personality or multiple personality, schizo-
intercourse. This causes significant distress or im- phrenia is characterized by a variety of symptoms,
pairment in social, occupational, or other impor- including:
tant areas of functioning. This disorder affects only
males. Satyromaniacs are also known as sex mani- 1. loss of contact with reality
acs. 2. bizarre behavior
Due to this mental illness, the Debauchery 3. disorganized thinking and speech
(see Chap. 6: Sociality) of this character increases by 4. decreased emotional expressiveness
25. Whenever a male is afflicted with satyromania 5. social withdrawal
and around females with a Charisma exceeding 130,
he must pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH 20 or Usually only some of these symptoms (1d6)
attempt to solicit sex, usually making lecherous com- occur in any 1 schizophrenic character. To observ-
ments about her body. ers, schizophrenia seems like madness or insanity.
Schizophrenics have a hard time distinguishing be-
Schizoid Personality Disorder tween the real and unreal, logical and illogical, ap-
This disorder involves social isolation and a propriate and inappropriate, and accordingly suf-
lack of desire for close personal relationships. Char- fer penalties of - 40 in the sub-abilities of Analytic
acters with this disorder prefer to be alone and seem Intelligence as well as Common Sense. Further,
some (10%) pose a danger to themselves and may
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withdrawn and emotionally detached. They seem

indifferent to praise or criticism from other charac- be suicidal. Once inflicted, schizophrenia usually
ters. Those afflicted experience an increase of 2d20 remains for life, though it usually grows less severe
points in Phlegmatic Temperament and a decrease with age. Psychotic symptoms are popular in schizo-
of 2d20 points each in Sanguine, Choleric, and Mel- phrenic characters.
ancholic Temperament.
Scoptophilia
Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the
character experiences recurrent and intense sexu-
ally arousing fantasies, sexual urges, or behaviors in-
volving sexual pleasure from watching others have
sex. This causes significant distress or impairment
in social, occupational, or other important areas of
functioning.
Due to this mental illness, the Debauchery
(see Chap. 6: Sociality) of this character increases by
5. Whenever a scoptophiliac observes, or has the
chance to observe, others having sex, they must pass
a Drive sub-ability check at TH 20 to sexually con-
trol themselves, such as refrain from touching their
genitals or masturbation. A scoptophiliac may prowl
a community at night, hoping to find the home of a
couple who are having sex and be able to observe
them. Dark elves have a higher frequency of scop-
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 Sexual Masochism Sleepwalking Disorder
Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the This disorder is characterized by repeated
character experiences recurrent and intense sexu- episodes of rising from the bed during sleep and
ally arousing fantasies, sexual urges, or behaviors in- walking about, usually occurring during the first third
volving the act of being humiliated, beaten, bound, of the major sleep episode. While sleepwalking, the
or otherwise made to suffer. This causes significant character has a blank, staring face, is relatively unre-
distress or impairment in social, occupational, or sponsive to the efforts of others to communicate,
other important areas of functioning. and can be awakened only with great difficulty. Upon
Due to this mental illness, the Debauchery awakening, the character has amnesia regarding the
(see Chap. 6: Sociality) of this character increases by episode. Each night, those with this disorder have a
90. Whenever a sexual masochist participates, or is 10% chance of sleepwalking for 1d100 minutes.
likely to participate, in a sexual situation, they must Their actions during sleepwalking episodes are de-
pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH 20 for the self- termined by the Aedile, who may make directional
control to resist asking to be beaten, bound, humili- decisions randomly with the aid of dice.
ated, or otherwise made to suffer.
Somnophilia
Sexual Sadism Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the
Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the character experiences recurrent and intense sexu-
character experiences recurrent and intense sexu- ally arousing fantasies, sexual urges, or behaviors in-
ally arousing fantasies, sexual urges, or behaviors in- volving having sex with a partner who is asleep. This

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volving acts in which the psychological or physical causes significant distress or impairment in social,
suffering (including humiliation) of the victim is occupational, or other important areas of function-
sexually exciting to the character. This causes sig- ing.
nificant distress or impairment in social, occupa- Due to this mental illness, the Debauchery
tional, or other important areas of functioning. (see Chap. 6: Sociality) of this character increases by
Sadists are usually males who receive sexual gratifi- 25. Whenever a somnophiliac is near a sleeping char-
cation from inflicting injuries on others. In sadists, acter whom they find attractive (usually, with a Cha-
retarded ejaculation and impotence are common. risma of at least 130), they must pass a Drive sub-
Older, archaic sexual feelings arise in sadists that ability check at TH 20 to maintain self-control. Oth-
would normally be subdued. In the brain, erections erwise, they will sneakily and quietly attempt sex with
and aggressions are related closely. the sleeping character.
Due to this mental illness, the Debauchery
(see Chap. 6: Sociality) of this character increases by Trichotillomania
70. Whenever a sexual sadist participates, or is likely These characters suffer from an impulse
to participate, in a sexual or violent situation, they control disorder that causes them to pull out their
must pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH 20 to con- own hair, resulting in notable hair loss. They expe-
trol themselves and not cause pain to evoke their rience pleasure, gratification, and relief upon pull-
sexual satisfaction. Those afflicted experience an ing out their hair.
increase of 2d20 points in Choleric Temperament,
and a decrease of 2d20 points in Sanguine Tem-
perament.

ALIQUANDO.ET.INSANIRE.IUCUNDUM.EST

It is sometimes pleasant even to act like a madman.

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 Urophilia Voyeurism
Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the
character experiences recurrent and intense sexu- character experiences recurrent and intense sexu-
ally arousing fantasies, sexual urges, or behaviors in- ally arousing fantasies, sexual urges, or behaviors in-
volving the sexual attraction to urine and acts of volving the act of observing an unsuspecting char-
urinating. This causes significant distress or impair- acter who is naked, in the process of disrobing, or
ment in social, occupational, or other important ar- engaging in sexual activity. This causes significant
eas of functioning. distress or impairment in social, occupational, or
Due to this mental illness, the Debauchery other important areas of functioning.
(see Chap. 6: Sociality) of this character increases by Due to this mental illness, the Debauchery
97. Whenever a urophiliac has a full bladder and (see Chap. 6: Sociality) of this character increases by
has the potential to be in a sexual situation, they 5. Whenever a voyeur observes, or has the chance
must pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH 20 to con- to observe, someone naked, disrobing, or engaging
trol themselves. Otherwise, they do everything in in sexual activity, they must pass a Drive sub-ability
their power to be able to urinate on a character, and check at TH 20 to sexually control themselves, such
are extremely satisfied if they can urinate in a as refrain from touching themselves.
character’s mouth. A urophiliac enjoys the skill of
Urinating (see Chap. 8: Skills), and receives 1d10 Skill Zoophilia
Points (SP) invested in this skill. Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the
character experiences recurrent and intense sexu-
Vaginismus
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ally arousing fantasies, sexual urges, or behaviors in-

A recurrent or persistent involuntary spasm volving sexual acts with animals. This disorder is
of the musculature of the outer third of the vagina also referred to as bestiality. Zoophilia causes sig-
interferes with sexual intercourse. This disturbance nificant distress or impairment in social, occupa-
causes marked distress and interpersonal difficulty. tional, or other important areas of functioning.
The muscles spasm with more strength than most Sometimes (01-30%) a character is affected by zoo-
would imagine. If this occurs during sex, then both philia regarding only a particular animal, though it
the male and female are interrupted. Those afflicted could encompass several fetishes (31-60% regard-
experience a loss of 1d20 points of Sanguine Tem- ing 1d6 animals). Popular animals for zoophiliacs
perament. Obviously, vaginismus affects only fe- are (1) horses, (2) ponies, (3) donkeys, (4) mules, (5)
males. goats, (6) dogs, and (7) pigs. If appropriate, roll 1d8
to determine the animal listed above. Due to this
Vomerophilia mental illness, the Debauchery (see Chap. 6: Social-
Over a period of (5 + 1d100) months, the ity) of this character increases by 25.
character experiences recurrent and intense sexu-
ally arousing fantasies, sexual urges, or behaviors in-
volving the sexual attraction to the act of vomiting.
This causes significant distress or impairment in
social, occupational, or other important areas of
functioning.
Due to this mental illness, the Debauchery
(see Chap. 6: Sociality) of this character increases to
100. Whenever a vomerophiliac senses vomit, they
must pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH 20 to con-
trol themselves. Otherwise, they begin to sexually
touch themselves while fantasizing about the vomit.

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Random Mental Illness
Below is a table that allows the Aedile to randomly determine a mental illness. To randomly select
a mental illness, roll 1d1000 and consult the table below:

Random Me ntal Illne s s e s

Roll Re s ult Roll Re s ult
001 Aba si ophi l i a 4 0 1 -4 0 5 Na rra tophi l i a
002 Ac rotomophi l i a 4 0 6 -4 1 0 Ne c rophi l i a
0 0 3 -0 1 1 Anore xi a Ne r v osa 4 1 1 -4 2 0 Noc toma ni a
0 1 2 -0 5 0 Anti soc i a l Pe rsona l i ty Di sorde r 4 2 1 -4 5 0 Ny mphoma ni a (fe ma l e onl y )
051 Autoa ba si ophi l i a 4 5 1 -4 6 0 O bse ssi v e -Compul si v e Di sorde r
0 5 2 -9 1 Av oi da nt Pe rsona l i ty Di sorde r 4 6 1 -4 7 0 O bse ssi v e -Compul si v e Pe rsona l i ty
9 2 -1 0 0 Bi pol a r Di sorde r 4 7 1 -4 7 5 O ni oma ni a
1 0 1 -1 2 0 Borde rl i ne Pe rsona l i ty Di sorde r 4 7 6 -4 8 0 O noma toma ni a
1 2 1 -1 2 2 Ca l l oma ni a 4 8 1 -5 0 0 Pa ni c Di sorde r
123 Chore oma ni a 5 0 1 -5 5 0 Pa ra noi a
1 2 4 -1 2 8 Coprophi l i a 5 5 1 -5 7 0 Pa ra noi d Pe rsona l i ty Di sorde r
1 2 9 -1 3 3 De me nti a 5 7 1 -5 9 0 Pa thol ogi c a l Ga mbl i ng
1 3 4 -1 4 0 De pe nde nt Pe rsona l i ty Di sorde r 5 9 1 -6 0 0 Pe dophi l i a
1 4 1 -1 4 5 De pe rsona l i za ti on Di sorde r 6 0 1 -7 0 0 Phobi a
1 4 6 -2 5 0 De pre ssi on 7 0 1 -7 1 0 Post-Tra uma ti c Stre ss Di sorde r
2 5 1 -2 5 5 Di ssoc i a ti v e Fugue 7 1 1 -7 3 0 Psy c hosi s
2 5 6 -2 6 0 Di ssoc i a ti v e Ide nti ty Di sorde r 7 3 1 -7 6 0 Py roma ni a

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2 6 1 -2 6 5 E l e uthoma ni a 7 6 1 -8 0 0 Ra ptophi l i a
2 6 6 -2 7 0 E goma ni a 8 0 1 -8 4 9 Sa ty roma ni a (ma l e onl y )
2 7 1 -2 7 5 E rotoma ni a 8 5 0 -8 6 4 Sc hi zoi d Pe rsona l i ty Di sorde r
2 7 6 -2 8 0 E rotophonophi l i a 8 6 5 -8 9 4 Sc hi zophre ni a
2 8 1 -2 8 5 E sthe si oma ni a 8 9 5 -8 9 9 Sc optophi l i a
2 8 6 -3 0 0 E xhi bi ti oni sm 9 0 0 -9 2 4 Se xua l Ma soc hi sm
3 0 1 -3 0 5 For mi c ophi l i a 9 2 5 -9 4 9 Se xua l Sa di sm
3 0 6 -3 1 0 Frotte uri sm 9 5 0 -9 7 1 Sl e e pwa l k i ng Di sorde r
3 1 1 -3 3 0 Ge ne ra l i ze d Anxi e ty Di sorde r 9 7 2 -9 7 3 Somnophi l i a
3 3 1 -3 3 5 Hi stri oni c Pe rsona l i ty Di sorde r 9 7 4 -9 7 5 Tri c hoti l l oma ni a
3 3 6 -3 4 0 Hy pe rsomni a 9 7 6 -9 7 7 Urophi l i a
3 4 1 -3 4 5 Hy poxy phi l i a 978 Va gi ni smus (fe ma l e onl y )
3 4 6 -3 5 0 Inte r mi tte nt E xpl osi v e Di sorde r 979 Vome rophi l i a
3 5 1 -3 7 0 Kl e ptoma ni a 9 8 0 -9 8 9 Voy e uri sm
3 7 1 -3 9 0 Ma ni a 9 9 0 -9 9 8 Z oophi l i a
3 9 1 -3 9 5 Me ga l oma ni a 999 Re rol l onc e
3 9 6 -4 0 0 Na rc i ssi sti c Pe rsona l i ty Di sorde r 1000 Re rol l twi c e

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Sociality, here, means the social factors of Birthday

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the character, such as social class, how many broth- To determine a character’s birthday in a for-
ers and sisters exist, whether the parents were mar- mat of (month/day/year) for Neveria (a fantasy
ried legally at the character’s birth, a character’s world), simply apply the following formula:
wealth, education, and many other social factors. Be-
yond information relevant to character creation, in- {1d20* / [(1d12 + 1d20) - 1] / [5100 - age]**}
formation pertaining to society in general explains
customs, chivalry, courtly love, communities, gov- * Note: Reroll results of 14 or higher. In
ernments, systems of justice, and more. Neveria, the year consists of 13 months because
months are based on lunar cycles.
** Note: In Neveria, different cultures count
Name their years differently. The formula used above rep-
To determine the name of a character, con- resents kobold years (KY).
sult Appendix 7: Names at the end of this book. If another fantasy world is used, consult the
Aedile to determine a character’s birthday.

Society
Unless the Aedile declares otherwise, all char- Birth Status
acters have been raised in a society of their race, To many, whether or not a character’s par-
except for anakim, who are raised in a human soci- ents were married legally is an important factor wor-
ety. The following character races have no society: thy of note. If a character is born the result of
base and kinder-fresser ogre, and borbytingarna and rape, such as with the vast majority of anakim, the
hill troll. Each society is covered in this chapter. character is obviously a bastard. Ogres and trolls
do not have a marriage ceremony. Roll 1d100 and
consult the table below:
Roll Status Modifie r for Soc ial Clas s (s e e be low)
0 1 -2 0 Il l i gi ti ma te (ba sta rd) -2
2 1 -1 0 0 Le gi ti ma te -

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 Social Class D warf*
Social Class is a character’s standing com- Roll Soc ial Clas s Star ting Funds Educ ation
pared to their societal peers. Social Class may be <1 1 Se rf Cl othe s on ba c k Li te ra te
changed by role-playing. Roll 1d100 and consult the 1 1 -2 0 S e r f 1 d6 s. p. Li te ra te
2 1 -3 0 Se rf 1 d8 s. p. Li te ra te
following table that is appropriate to the race of the 3 1 -4 0 Se rf 1 d1 0 s. p. Li te ra te
character. 4 1 -5 0 Se rf 1 d1 2 s. p. Li te ra te
A character’s starting funds is the amount 5 1 -6 0 Se rf 1 d2 0 s. p. Li te ra te
of money with which a character begins. If a player 6 1 -7 0 Se rf 1 d1 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te
wants to know how their character accumulated their 7 1 -8 0 S e r f 1 d1 0 0 0 s . p. Li te ra te
8 1 -9 4 Se rf 2 d1 0 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te
starting funds, then they should consult the Aedile. 9 5 -9 7 Se rf 3 d1 0 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te
Education indicates whether a character is literate 9 8 -9 9 Nobi l i ty 4 d1 0 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te
or illiterate. Literate characters can read and write, 1 0 0 Roy a l ty 5 d1 0 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te
while illiterate characters cannot. The social classes
are defined below: *Brown dwarves do not receive starting funds.
Slave: A slave is not free and usually has no
legal rights. For more information on slaves, see
Chapter 7: Occupation. To purchase slaves, see Chapter Elf
9: Equipment. Roll Soc ial Clas s Star ting Funds Educ ation
<1 1 Se rf Cl othe s on ba c k Li te ra te
Peasant: A peasant is not free. Different 1 1 -2 0 Se rf 1 d4 s. p. Li te ra te
than a slave, a peasant has some rights. Peasants do 2 1 -3 0 Se rf 1 d6 s. p. Li te ra te

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not live in towns or cities, only hamlets and villages. 3 1 -4 0 Se rf 1 d8 s. p. Li te ra te
Peasants may be considered lower class. 4 1 -5 0 S e r f 1 d1 0 s. p . Li te ra te
5 1 -6 0 Se rf 1 d1 2 s. p. Li te ra te
Serf: A serf is a free character. In human
6 1 -7 0 Se rf 1 d2 0 s. p. Li te ra te
societies, very few serfs live in hamlets or villages, 7 1 -8 0 Se rf 1 d1 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te
most live in towns or cities. Serfs may be consid- 8 1 -9 4 Se rf 2 d1 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te
ered middle class. 9 5 -9 7 Se rf 3 d1 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te
Nobility: A noble is a free character from a 9 8 -9 9 N o b i l i t y 5 d1 0 0 s . p . Li te ra te
1 0 0 Roy a l ty 1 d1 0 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te
wealthy family. Nobility may be considered upper
class, and most do not work for a living.
Royalty: A royal character is a free charac-
ter from a wealthy family. Moreover, a royal charac- Hu m an *
ter has authority over members of society. This Roll Soc ial Clas s Star ting Funds Educ ation
authority is either inherited or granted. Royalty is <1 1 Sl a v e Cl othe s on ba c k Il l i te ra te
upper class. 1 1 -2 0 S l a v e 1 d4 s. p. Il l i te ra te
2 1 -3 0 Sl a v e 1 d6 s. p. Il l i te ra te
3 1 -4 0 Pe a sa nt Cl othe s on ba c k Il l i te ra te
Bu g b e ar 4 1 -5 0 Pe a sa nt 1 d1 0 s. p. Il l i te ra te
Roll Soc ial Clas s Star ting Funds Educ ation 5 1 -6 0 Pe a sa nt 1 d1 2 s. p. Il l i te ra te
<1 1 Sl a v e Cl othe s on ba c k Il l i te ra te 6 1 -7 0 Pe a sa nt 1 d2 0 s. p. Il l i te ra te
1 1 -2 0 Sl a v e 1 d4 s. p. Li te ra te 7 1 -8 0 Pe a sa nt 2 d2 0 s. p. Li te ra te
2 1 -3 0 Pe a sa nt 1 d6 s. p. Il l i te ra te 8 1 -9 4 Se rf 1 d1 0 0 s. p. Il l i te ra te
3 1 -4 0 Pe a sa nt 1 d8 s. p. Il l i te ra te 9 5 -9 7 Se rf 2 d1 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te
4 1 -5 0 Pe a sa nt Cl othe s on ba c k Li te ra te 9 8 -9 9 Nobi l i ty 3 d1 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te
5 1 -6 0 Pe a sa nt 1 d4 s. p. Li te ra te 100 Roy a l ty 5 d1 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te
6 1 -7 0 Pe a sa nt 1 d6 s. p. Li te ra te
7 1 -8 0 Se rf 1 d8 s. p. Li te ra te *Anakim receive a modifier of - 20 to Social Class.
8 1 -9 4 Se rf 1 d1 0 s. p. Li te ra te
9 5 -9 7 Se rf 1 d2 0 s. p. Li te ra te
9 8 -9 9 Nobi l i ty 1 d1 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te
100 Roy a l ty 2 d1 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te

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 Kobold Birthplace
Roll Soc ial Clas s Star ting Funds Educ ation Depending on race and social class, a
<1 1 Sl a v e Cl othe s on ba c k Il l i te ra te character’s birthplace may be a hamlet, village, town,
1 1 -2 0 Sl a v e 1 d4 s. p. Il l i te ra te city, or capital city.
2 1 -3 0 Sl a v e 1 d6 s. p. Il l i te ra te
3 1 -4 0 Sl a v e 1 d8 s. p. Il l i te ra te
Roll 1d100 and consult the following table
4 1 -5 0 Sl a v e Cl othe s on ba c k Il l i te ra te that is appropriate to the race and social class of the
5 1 -6 0 Sl a v e 1 d4 s. p. Il l i te ra te character. All characters are assumed to be born
6 1 -7 0 Pe a sa nt 1 d6 s. p. Il l i te ra te and raised in their racial culture, unless noted other-
7 1 -8 0 Pe a sa nt 1 d8 s. p. Il l i te ra te wise by the Aedile. Anakim and brown dwarves are
8 1 -9 4 Pe a sa nt 1 d1 0 s. p. Il l i te ra te
9 5 -9 7 Pe a sa nt 1 d2 0 s. p. Il i te ra te
born and raised in human cultures.
9 8 -9 9 Se rf 1 d1 0 0 s. p. Il l i te ra te
100 Roy a l ty 3 d1 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te Slave : Exc e pt O gre
Roll Bir thplac e
0 1 -2 0 Ha ml e t
2 1 -4 0 Vi l l a ge
O gre , Bas e , Cliff, Gr uagac h, or Kinde r 4 1 -6 0 Town
Roll Soc ial Clas s Star ting Funds Educ ation 6 1 -9 0 Ci ty
<1 1 Sl a v e Cl othe s on ba c k Il l i te ra te 9 1 -1 0 0 Ca pi ta l Ci ty
1 1 -2 0 Pe a sa nt 1 d4 s. p. Il l i te ra te
2 1 -3 0 Pe a sa nt 1 d6 s. p. Il l i te ra te
3 1 -4 0 Pe a sa nt 1 d8 s. p. Il l i te ra te Pe as ant: Exc e pt O gre
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4 1 -5 0 Pe a sa nt 1 d1 0 s. p. Il l i te ra te Roll Bir thplac e

5 1 -6 0 Pe a sa nt 1 d1 2 s. p. Il l i te ra te 0 1 -3 3 Ha ml e t
6 1 -7 0 Pe a sa nt 1 d2 0 s. p. Il l i te ra te 3 4 -6 6 Vi l l a ge
7 1 -8 0 Pe a sa nt 1 d1 0 0 s. p. Il l i te ra te 6 7 -1 0 0 Town
8 1 -9 4 Pe a sa nt 2 d1 0 0 s. p. Il l i te ra te
9 5 -9 7 Pe a sa nt 3 d1 0 0 s. p. Il i te ra te
9 8 -9 9 Pe a sa nt 4 d1 0 0 s. p. Il l i te ra te Se rf
100 Roy a l ty * 5 d1 0 0 s. p. Il l i te ra te Roll Bir thplac e
01 Ha ml e t
* A royal ogre is a chieftain, except for a kinder- 02 Vi l l a ge
fresser, who must reroll. 03 Town
0 4 -8 0 Ci ty
8 1 -1 0 0 Ca pi ta l Ci ty
Troll, Subte r rane an
Roll Soc ial Clas s Star ting Funds Educ ation N obility
<1 1 Sl a v e 1 d4 s. p. Il l i te ra te Roll Bir thplac e
1 1 -2 0 Sl a v e 1 d6 s. p. Li te ra te 0 1 -7 0 Ci ty
2 1 -3 0 Sl a v e 1 d8 s. p. Li te ra te 7 1 -1 0 0 Ca pi ta l Ci ty
3 1 -4 0 Sl a v e 1 d1 0 s. p. Li te ra te
4 1 -5 0 Pe a sa nt 1 d1 2 s. p. Li te ra te
5 1 -6 0 Pe a sa nt 1 d2 0 s. p. Li te ra te Roy alty
6 1 -7 0 Pe a sa nt 1 d1 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te Roll Bir thplac e
7 1 -8 0 Pe a sa nt 1 d1 0 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te
0 1 -2 0 Ha ml e t
8 1 -9 4 Pe a sa nt 2 d1 0 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te
2 1 -4 0 Vi l l a ge
9 5 -9 7 Se rf 3 d1 0 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te
9 8 -9 9 Se rf 4 d1 0 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te 4 1 -6 0 Town
100 Roy a l ty 5 d1 0 0 0 s. p. Li te ra te 6 1 -8 0 Ci ty
8 1 -1 0 0 Ca pi ta l Ci ty

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 O gre Slave and Pe as ant Marital Status
Roll Bir thplac e Marriage1 is the union of an adult male and
0 1 -9 0 Ha ml e t female for life. Not all races value marriage; kobolds,
9 1 -1 0 0 Vi l l a ge ogres, and trolls do not recognize matrimony. For
those who do, most characters marry during pu-
Siblings berty. The following odds apply to both newly cre-
Siblings are brothers and sisters of a char- ated characters as well as other characters in gen-
acter. To determine a character’s siblings, observe eral. Roll 1d100 and consult the following table to
the character’s race, roll 1d100, and consult the fol- determine a character’s marital status:
lowing tables: Roll Marital Status
01 Di v orc e d
Sibling Modifie rs 0 2 -0 3 Se pa ra te d
Ana k i m Do not ha v e si bl i ngs 0 4 -4 3 Unha ppi l y Ma rri e d
Bugbe a r - 10 4 4 -8 3 Si ngl e
8 4 -1 0 0 Ha ppi l y Ma rri e d (re rol l i f homose xua l )
Dwa rf - 25
Elf - 25 Most characters marry young. By law, a hu-
Huma n - man bride must be 12 and a human groom must be
Kobol d +5 14. Bugbears have no law concerning age, but fe-
O gre - 20 males are usually at least 14 and males at least 20.
Trol l - 15 For dwarves and elves, marriage is legal once the

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female is in puberty and the male in young adult-
hood (see Chap. 2: Body). In less than 15% of hu-
Roll Siblings man cases, the husband is younger than the wife.
0 1 -1 0 O nl y c hi l d
1 1 -3 0 1 d6 brothe rs Marriage is recognized between slaves and
3 1 -6 5 1 d6 si ste rs all social classes. However, no culture condones an
6 6 -8 6 1 d4 brothe rs a nd 1 d4 si ste rs inter-racial marriage. Nonetheless, some inter-ra-
8 7 -9 5 1 d6 brothe rs a nd 1 d6 si ste rs cial couples have fallen in love and pledged their
9 6 -1 0 0 1 d8 brothe rs a nd 1 d8 si ste rs
lives to each other, and some have found or coerced
a priest into legally marrying them.
Birth Rank The marriage of noble females is very dif-
Consult the result for Siblings, determined ferent from peasants. With peasant females, per-
above. If a character is an only-child, then their sonal choice and attraction are factors, and marriage
Birth Rank is 1 of 1. Otherwise add 1 to the num- commonly follows pregnancy. The marriages of
ber of Siblings. Obtain a die with a number of sides noble females are too important to be left to predi-
equal to or more than the modified number of Sib- lection. Females should not be disparaged, mean-
lings. Discard any result that is too large. ing married to a character of lower social class.
For example, if a character has 4 brothers, Across cultures, the norm is that a marriage
then roll 1d6, rerolling a 6. If the result is 1, then is arranged by the parents, though consent is em-
the character is born 1st of 5. If the result is 4, then phasized. Bugbear culture, however, does not care
the character is born 4th of 5. about the consent of the bride. A bugbear wife
Characters who are born first are likely to often serves only to relieve sexual tension for her
be more driven and successful than those born later. husband and produce offspring that is recognized
legally.

1. Information on marriage has been referenced from Life in a Medieval Castle, Life in a Medieval City, Life in a Medieval
Village, Medieval Prostitution, and Reign of the Phallus. For more information, see the References section at the end of this
book.

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 Marriage ceremonies differ depending on
the god and their religion, as well as the race or spe-
cies. There is no special bridal costume. She simply
wears her best clothes. The groom is also dressed
in his best. Most weddings are public events and
the ceremonies are detailed. By making a wedding a AD.FINEM.FIDELIS
public event, social pressure may help to ensure the
duration of the marriage. Many peasant marriages
lack public ceremony, and consist only of a kiss and
a promise. When not public, the nature of the al-
leged promise is debatable. Most marriages are ar-
ranged between families. faithful to the end
The ring must be placed by the husband on
the 4th finger of the wife to show that true love and
cordial affection is between them. This convention
occurs because doctors say that there is a vein com-
ing from the heart of a woman to her 4th finger, and
therefore the ring is put on the same finger, so that Bugbear society considers marriage differ-
she should keep unity and love with him, and he ently from human society. Bugbears truly consider
with her. a wife to be the property of her husband. She is
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Males are valued far more than females. For not allowed to leave the house and has no legal rights.
this reason, a dowry exists. A dowry is a fund that Although a female is given a name at birth, no other
the family of the bride pays the groom to take the bugbears ever address a wife by her name. Instead,
daughter. The dowry of a peasant daughter might others refer to her as his property.
consist of 1-2 acres of land, but usually consists of Except for white dwarves and light elves,
money. A poor peasant daughter might marry, wife-beating is common and corporeal punishment
though she has no dowry at all. is the norm. Arguably, wives do not necessarily get
A custom of some human villages is to an- the worst of it. Husbands rarely have mastery over
nually auction all marriageable females. The money their wives; nearly everywhere wives dominate their
attained from the sale of the beautiful females goes husbands.
into a local fund, which later serves as a dowry to Due to the unified influence of both reli-
ensure that the more homely females marry as well. gion and government, human characters rarely get
A wife is the property of her husband. divorced. Even though the marital relationship of
However, a wife is allowed the right to sue her hus- bugbears is much more superficial, they rarely get
band, represent herself in court, and own property. divorced. Bugbear husbands keep their wives for
A wife cannot plead in court without her husband sex and to make children. Otherwise, their greatest
or make a will without his consent. pleasure is derived from raiding human communi-
Nonetheless, the dominant understanding ties and raping the human women. Across cultures,
of marriage is that 2 characters dedicate their lives divorce is permitted only on the grounds that the
to each other, remain faithful, and raise a family as a union has broken 1 of 3 laws of marriage: age, con-
result of their love. Even though the wife is prop- sent, or incest.
erty, it is still ideal to have a relationship defined by Adultery is a crime against marriage. Adul-
respect, passion, and intimacy. Married characters tery is defined and detailed later in this chapter un-
are expected to treat each other with respect, and der Justice.
many human husbands and wives refer only to each If a husband dies, then the widow inherits
other as Sir and Madam. one-third of his worldly possessions. The remain-
der goes to the local ruler.

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Language Buggeric
A language is a means of communicating by Buggeric is pronounced boo-GARE-ic. The
manipulating symbols. In order for meaningful tongue of bugbears, this is not a distinct language.
communicaton to occur, the meaning of the sym- In fact, it is merely a dialect of Kobold. Even though
bols must be understood by both the sender and Buggeric has dropped the clicking sounds of
the reciever of the communication. Each language Kobold, a bugbear and kobold can understand each
consists of a series of symbols known as an alpha- other. Just the same, Buggeric grows more dispar-
bet. The alphabet for each language is appropriate ate from Kobold every day.
to the speech capabilities of its race or species. If a Examples abound of new Buggeric words
language is learned that belongs to a different spe- that have entered common usage. The kobold word
cies, then no matter how fluent a character becomes for sodomy has been abandoned in favor of buggery,
in it, it will always be obvious to those of the origi-from which the name of the dialect is derived. Seem-
nal species. ing to other races as though male bugbears are ob-
As a language develops, rules emerge to guidesessed with sex, they refer to their flaccid Manhood
those who communicate with it. Various types of as their little human, roughly translated. Male bug-
rules emerge, such as grammatical, syntactical, and bears refer to their erect Manhood as their poop-poof,
stylistic conventions. which is often shortened to pupoof, and said quickly.
Following is a list of languages that charac-The variant poop-oops, now quickly pupoops, developed
ters may both learn to speak and encounter as they in response to finding feces on a Manhood upon
adventure. removal from a rectum. The Sapien word berserker

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originated in Buggeric, and the word for beserker
rage is beserkerganga.
Angelic
The distinguishing feature of Buggeric, is
Angelic is the language of angels, more cor-
that it contains the most slang. For this reason, many
rectly called eudaemons. This is a language that has
humans refer to Buggeric as Vulgus, meaning not
progressed through 3 alphabets. The current al-
only crude and indecent, but of common charac-
phabet has 22 letters. The alphabet is: Cheth, Zain,
ters.
Vau, He, Daleth, Gimel, Beth, Aleph, Samech, Nun,
Mem, Lamed, Caph, Iod, Theth, Tau, Schin, Res,
Kuph, Zade, Pe, and Ain. The characters consist
of lines and small circles. Naturally spoken Angelic
occurs at frequencies higher than human ears are
capable of hearing. Angelic is characterized by infi-
nite irregularities, perhaps making it the most diffi-
cult language, along with Demonic. For this reason,
characters are unable to learn Angelic.
Legends say that the word joy was given to
ogres in Angelic, soon after a cacodaemon gave ogres
the first word fatal. Joy was misunderstood and aban-
doned from the vocabulary of ogres, and Cigan
developed into a simple, brutal language. Angelic,
however, has existed for eternity. Some scholars
claim that joy is actually the oldest word, but most
find it hard to believe, once familiar with human-
oids of any race.

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 Cigan Demonic
Cigan is pronounced tsee-GAHN. This is a Demonic is the language of demons, more
simple, guttural language. This is the oldest human- correctly called cacodaemons. The most common
oid language. Cigan is a language of few words, and letter is an inverted pentagram, which symbolizes
those who speak it often have difficulty expressing the power to dominate nature. Naturally spoken
themselves. Few rules exist in Cigan. Cigan mostly Demonic occurs at frequencies lower than human
has small words of no more than 5 letters. Larger ears are capable of hearing. Demonic is character-
words are typically the combination of 2 smaller ized by infinite irregularities, perhaps making it the
words. most difficult language, along with Angelic. For this
This language has only nouns and verbs; for reason, characters are unable to learn Demonic.
example, no adjectives or adverbs exist. Verbs have Scholars argue that the oldest known word
only 4 tenses: imperative, present, future, and past; is fatal. Legends say that a demon taught this word
conditional, subjunctive, and progressive tenses do to the first intelligible humanoid, who was an ogre.
not exist in Cigan. Ogres frequently use imperative Demons became curious regarding the first human-
tense. oid. It has been written that the demon could read
Cigan language has made many contributions his mind, and that he considered the demon to be a
to other languages. For example, the words beat and god. Though the first intelligible humanoid did not
eat, roughly translated, originated in Cigan. Some have language, his mind wondered what will happen
linguists argue that hate first appeared in Cigan as to him. The demon explained 2 things with 1 word.
well. By teaching the first intelligible humanoid the word
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Those fluent in Cigan are able to bellow, fatal, the demon educated the mortal that he will
growl and moan. Words bellowed are in the con- eventually die, and that it has all been predetermined,
text of aggression, words growled are in the con- or governed by fate. Therefore, the word fatal means
text of hunger, and words moaned are in the con- both deadly and pertaining to fate. However, it is
text of horniness. impossible for a mortal to accurately represent a
Cigan is very different from Underworld, word in the demonic language. As languages mixed,
since Cigan has some soft sounds and it is predomi- the word developed into fatum, fatalis, and fatal.
nantly guttural. Cigan is also different from Kobold,
namely because Cigan has no clicking sounds. Be-
cause this language is so simple, it has been around
since ancient times, when ogres and trolls were the
only humanoid races and engaged in a perpetual war.
A demon gave ogres the first word, fatal, though it
was too complex for ogres because it is an adjective.
Shortly thereafter, angels gave ogres the word joy,
which was soon forgotten.
In Cigan, every single syllable is accented,
and there is a long pause between each sentence.
An ogre can typically complete an action in less time
than it takes for the ogre to say it.
Base and cliff ogres speak Cigan, while
gruagach speak a different dialect, known as
Gruagan. Technically, this Cigan and Gruagan are
the same language, but are so different that base
and cliff ogres cannot understand gruagach ogres,
but gruagach ogres can understand base and cliff
ogres.

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 Dragon Elven
Since dragons were the first mortal creatures An ancient tongue, Elven has its share of
of the world, their language is also the oldest lan- rules, but more than anything it may be character-
guage of the world. When spoken, the language of ized as a capricious language that is beautiful and
dragons sounds merely like a loud roar to those who seems to flow melodiously. Elven developed from,
are unfamiliar. To those familiar with Dragon, the and in opposition to, Kobold. Guttural and click-
roar contains numerous nuances of a very fine de- ing sounds were eliminated. Hard sounds were re-
gree. Dragon is guttural, but it also contains a placed with soft sounds. Parts of speech were added,
plethora of rules. Only characters with a Language such as adjectives and adverbs. Elven words are pro-
Intelligence and Enunciation of at least 130 have nounced so softly, they almost seem whispered, even
the ability to learn introductory Dragon. While a when voiced loudly.
dragon may laugh or be offended when a humanoid Elven language has made many contribu-
attempts to speak its language, if the humanoid has tions to other languages. For example, the word
the ability and the fluency, then the dragon will un- connoisseur originated in Elven as connoisseor, roughly
derstand them even though their voice cannot pos- translated. As languages mixed, the word developed
sibly go low enough. Many humans refer to Dragon and was borrowed in Sapien.
as Slidrian, an ancient word that now means slither. If translated, elven suffixes include: -age, -
ais, -et, -eur, -ie, -ier, -tion, and -ture. Elven is not
Dwarven phonetic; sounds are not pronounced according to
This language is moderately difficult to learn which letter is voiced, but according to stylistic con-

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due to the numerous rules. Each noun and verb ventions.
must be adjusted to the context of the sentence in
which it is inserted. Dwarven developed from Ephesia Grammata
Kobold by eliminating the guttural and clicking Ephesia Grammata is pronounced eh-FEHS-
sounds, and adding parts of speech such as adjec- yah grahm-MAHT-ah. This is the language and scrip-
tives and adverbs. This is the most recently devel- ture of ceremonial magic. Oftentimes when spells
oped humanoid language. Though it is harsh, are cast, these phrases must be uttered with preci-
Dwarven allows for better expression than Kobold. sion. Familiarity with this language does not assist a
For example, in Dwarven there are 10 ways to plu- mage in casting spells more fluently, but it does as-
ralize nouns. sist them in magical research. When the symbols
Dwarven language has made many contri- are viewed, Ephesia Grammata is often confused
butions to other languages. For example, the word with Angelic. However, the languages are very dif-
gem originated in Dwarven as gemma, roughly trans- ferent. The rules of Ephesia Grammata are fairly
lated. As languages mixed, the word developed into extensive, but the irregularities are few so it may be
gemme, which is the Kobold and Buggeric version, mastered as long as the student has ability and pa-
while gem is the human version. The word ale origi- tience.
nated in Dwarven as ealu. As languages mixed, the Ephesia Grammata has made many contri-
word developed into alu, and ale is the human ver- butions to other languages. For example, the word
sion. magic originated in Ephesia Grammata as magike,
If translated, common verb prefixes include: roughly translated. As languages mixed, the word
be-, emp-, ent-, er-, ge-, miss-, ver-, voll-, and zer-. developed into magice, then magica, and magik. Magic
If translated, common noun suffixes include: -e, - is the Sapien version of the word. Ancient words
en, -ich, -ig, -in, -keit, -li, -um, and -ung. for a character who uses magic include magos and
magus; the modern word is mage.

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 Gruagan Kobold
Technically, this is the same language as This language developed from its predeces-
Cigan, but only a dialect. Gruagan is the dialect of sor, Cigan. Kobold has no soft sounds and is gut-
gruagach ogres. Some linguists argue that this does tural. Many words are longer than 5 letters. A char-
not meet the minimum requirements to be called a acteristic feature of Kobold is a clicking sound pro-
language. Gruagan is a language of few words, and duced by the tongue. Even though words are usu-
those who speak it often have difficulty expressing ally larger in Kobold than Cigan, the Kobold lan-
themselves. Rules do not exist in Gruagan. Gruagan guage typically has sentences of only 3 words: sub-
mostly has small words of no more than 5 letters. ject, verb, and object. Bugbears speak Buggeric,
Larger words are typically the combination of 2 which is a dialect of Kobold.
smaller words. Kobold language has made many contribu-
This language has only nouns and verbs; for tions to other languages. For example, the word
example, no adjectives or adverbs exist. Verbs have slave originated in Kobold as sklabos, roughly trans-
only 2 tenses: present and preterit; conditional, im- lated. As languages mixed, the word developed into
perative, subjunctive, and progressive tenses do not sklavus, then sclave, and slav. Slave is the Sapien ver-
exist in Gruagan. Action verbs are always preceded sion of the word. Although kobolds still use the
by being verbs. For example, instead of “I hate”, a word sklabos, they call humans slavs, and describe
gruagach would say “I be hatin’” or “I is hatin’”. As them as slavic.
demonstrated in the previous example, gruagach The word silver originated in kobold as sarpu,
shorten words, often to the point of incomprehen- roughly translated. As languages mixed, the word
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sibility. developed into seolfor, then siolfor. The precious metal

Hand gestures are always used to assist ex- is now known as silver to humans.
pressing emotion. Since most gruagach communi- Technically, Kobold does not use an alpha-
cation is emotional, hand gestures are frequent. bet or runes, but pictograms. Kobold pictograms
Those fluent in Gruagan are able to bellow, were the first humanoid symbols. Kobold is writ-
growl and moan. Words bellowed are in the con- ten from left to right. Written words are not sepa-
text of aggression, words growled are in the con- rated, and Kobold does not have punctuation.
text of hunger, and words moaned are in the con-
text of horniness. Sapien
Gruagan is very different from Underworld, Sapien is pronounced SAEP-ee-en. This is
since Gruagan has some soft sounds and it is pre- the language of humans. While local variations ex-
dominantly guttural. Gruagan is also different from ist, with a little effort, most who speak Sapien can
Kobold, namely because Gruagan has no clicking understand each other. Sapien is the most com-
sounds. Gruagan developed from Cigan, because mon language in use. Sapien has an alphabet with
Cigan was too complicated for gruagach ogres. 26 letters. The rules of Sapien are fairly simple so it
Base and cliff ogres speak Cigan, while is easy to learn, though a number of irregularities
gruagach speak a different dialect, known as make the language somewhat difficult to master.
Gruagan. Technically, this Cigan and Gruagan are Sapien is also called Common, since it is the lan-
the same language, but are so different that base guage used most by sentient beings of the world.
and cliff ogres cannot understand gruagach ogres, Sapien language has made many contribu-
but gruagach ogres can understand base and cliff tions to other languages. For example, the word
ogres. Other ogres get frustrated when hearing corrupt originated in Sapien, and is one of its oldest
Gruagan, and consider it an inferior dialect. known words. As languages mixed, the word devel-
oped into what is roughly translated as corruptus in
Dwarven and corrumpere in Elven. Dwarves and elves
rarely use the word to describe each other, but fre-
quently use it to describe humans.

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 Troll Sexuality
This rare language is hardly known to any The preference for a type of sexual partner
character who is not a subterranean troll. In an- is sexuality. Heterosexuals prefer the opposite sex
cient times long before humanity, the king troll god and are the social norm. Homosexuals prefer the
bestowed this language upon his loyal trolls, who same sex. Bisexuals enjoy both sexes equally. Fi-
became a separate race, the subterranean trolls. Soon nally, asexuals prefer to avoid sexual encounters al-
thereafter, they were cursed by a jealous god to turn together. To randomly determine a character’s sexu-
to stone in sunlight. The few who survived fled ality, roll 1d100 and consult the tables below:
underground and the race has flourished below.
Consequently, the language is virtually unknown.
Se xuality Modifie rs
As a language, it shares nothing in common
Rac e Modifie r
with other languages, such as Cigan or Kobold, which
Ana k i m +1
all developed independently from Troll. Troll is Bugbe a r +5
harsh, but quiet. Since subterranean trolls hate noise, Dwa rf +5
they have developed a language with nuances that Elf -5
can only be whispered. Little else is known of this Huma n -
language, except that it has been described as haunt- Kobol d +5
ing and a torment to the ears, even if it is quiet. O gre +5
Trol l +5
Cup Siz e 1 Modifie r
Underworld

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Fe ma l e w/A or AA c ups -4
This is a language that is spoken in some Fe ma l e w/D or DD c ups +4
regions of the lower planes of existence. More-
over, it is the most common language below. Un-
derworld is easy to learn. The words are small, typi- Se xuality
cally no longer than 5 letters, though Underworld is Roll Se xuality
thoroughly unrelated to Cigan or Kobold. Larger <0 2 Ase xua l
words are uncommon, but when they do occur they 0 2 -0 3 Homose xua l 2
0 4 -0 5 Bi se xua l (0 4 -4 0 for Li ght E l v e s)
are merely the union of 2 smaller words. The rules >0 5 He te rose xua l
of Underworld are few, and hardly any irregularities
exist. Underworld is not guttural like Cigan, but sim-
ply harsh. No soft sounds exist in Underworld.
Those below who do not have the ability to learn a
complicated language like Demonic, simply learn
Underworld. In fact, Underworld developed by
those unable to speak Demonic.
Even though Underworld is otherworldly, it
has made many contributions to other languages.
For example, the word evil originated in Underworld
as yfel, roughly translated. As languages mixed, the
word developed into yfles, then yfeles, and evil. Evil is
the Sapien version of the word. Other distant vari-
ants are monigum and mongum.

1. Sexual hormones are a small factor in sexuality, though more variation exists within each gender. Cup Size correlates with
estrogen. Male modifiers have not been included due to difficulty. For more information on hormones and sexuality, see
Howard (2000) in the References section at the end of this book.
2. Percentages of homosexuality were estimates reported in Microsoft Encarta Encyclopedia, listed under Homosexuality.

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 Debauchery Male D e bauc he r y
Debauchery is the willingness of a charac- Roll Re s ult
ter to indulge sexual desire. Some characters refuse <0 2 Re fuse a l l se x
all sex, while others are willing to do anything. A 02 Re c e i v e ha ndj ob
03 Re c e i v e ora l se x
Debauchery Score cannot fall below 1 or rise above
04 Gi v e v a gi na l se x
100. When role-playing sexual encounters, such as 0 5 -2 5 Gi v e fi nge ri ng
when a character enters a brothel, it is useful to know 2 6 -5 0 Gi v e ora l se x
the degree of Debauchery of the character and the 5 1 -6 0 E nte rta i n mul ti pl e pa rtne rs
whore. Roll 1d100, consider the gender of the char- 6 1 -7 0 Gi v e a na l se x
7 1 -8 0 Gi v e pa i n
acter, and consult the following table to determine
8 1 -8 7 Uri na te on pa rtne r
Debauchery. Each character is generally willing to 8 8 -9 0 Be bound
do whatever the result and all acts below it, but re- 91 Re c e i v e pa i n
fuses to do what is above the result. 9 2 -9 4 Be uri na te d on
9 5 -9 6 De fe c a te on pa rtne r
97 Be de fe c a te d on
D e b au c h e r y M od ifie r s 98 Dri nk uri ne
Roll M od ifie r 99 E a t de fe c a ti on
Ana k i m + 30 >9 9 Do a ny thi ng
Bugbe a r -
Dwa rf - 10
Elf - 10
Huma n - Offspring Number
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K obol d + 10 To determine the number of births per preg-

O gre - 10
Trol l + 10 nancy1, collect 7 ten-sided dice, roll 1d10,000,000
Ase xua l - 130 and consult the following table:
Buzzi ng + 1 d1 0
Intoxi c a te d + 1 d2 0
O ffs pring N um be r
Roll Re s ult
0000001 Qui ntupl e ts
0 0 0 0 0 0 2 -0 0 0 0 0 8 8 Qua dr upl e ts
Fe m ale D e bauc he r y 0 0 0 0 0 8 9 -0 0 0 7 6 5 8 Tri pl e ts
Roll Re s ult 0 0 0 7 6 5 9 -0 6 6 6 1 6 1 Twi ns
0 6 6 6 1 6 2 -1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Si ngl e
<0 6 Re fuse a l l se x
0 6 -1 0 Gi v e ha ndj ob
1 1 -1 5 Gi v e ora l se x
1 6 -2 0 Gi v e ora l se x a nd swa l l ow Offspring Gender
2 1 -2 5 Re c e i v e fi nge ri ng To determine whether a newborn child is
2 6 -5 5 Re c e i v e v a gi na l se x male or female, roll 1d100 and consult the following
5 6 -6 0 Re c e i v e ma mma ry se x
table:
6 1 -6 5 Re c e i v e ora l se x
6 6 -7 0 E nte rta i n mul ti pl e pa rtne rs
7 1 -7 2 Gi v e pa i n
Rac e Modifie r
Ana k i m + 10
7 3 -7 5 Be bound
O gre + 10
7 6 -9 1 Re c e i v e a na l se x
Trol l + 10
9 2 -9 3 Uri na te on pa rtne r
94 Re c e i v e pa i n Roll O ffs pring Ge nde r
95 Be uri na te d on <5 3 Fe ma l e
96 De fe c a te on pa rtne r >5 2 Ma l e
97 Be de fe c a te d on
98 Dri nk uri ne
99 E a t de fe c a ti on
>9 9 Do a ny thi ng
1. Proportions of multiple births are referenced from Microsoft Encarta Encyclopedia, listed under Multiple Birth.

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 Offspring Becoming Characters Chivalry
Should it be necessary to determine abilities Chivalry is a human system of knighthood.
and bodily features of offspring, their abilities and Not every culture or religion honors chivalry. While
bodily features are determined as adults, just as with only moral knights are required to live by the code
characters. Thereafter, the offspring character may of chivalry (outlined below), the uneducated masses
be modified according to age category as necessary. often romanticize its tenets.
However, parents do affect their offspring. For more information on the occupation of
For each ability, determine the average of the rel- being a knight, see Chapter 7: Occupation. From the
evant ability betweeen the mother and father. This moment of being knighted, a knight must observe
is the basis of the ability of the offspring. From the following code of chivalry or the local ruler may
here, the basis may be modified. Roll 1d100 and rescind their status as a knight, among other pun-
consult below: ishments.

Roll Re s ult
01 De c re a se by (8 0 + 1 d2 0 )%
0 2 -0 4 De c re a se by (6 0 + 1 d2 0 )%
The Ten Commandments
0 5 -1 0 De c re a se by (4 0 + 1 d2 0 )% of the Code of Chivalry
1 1 -2 2 De c re a se by (2 0 + 1 d2 0 )% Below are 10 core tenets of the code from
2 3 -4 8 De c re a se by (1 d2 0 )% which no knight may falter without incurring a se-
4 9 -5 2 No Cha nge
5 3 -7 7 Inc re a se by (1 d2 0 )% vere penalty. Inconsistencies may arise depending

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7 8 -9 0 Inc re a se by (2 0 + 1 d2 0 )% on the religion to which the knight adheres. When
9 1 -9 6 Inc re a se by (4 0 + 1 d2 0 )% an inconsistency arises, consult the Aedile.
9 7 -9 9 Inc re a se by (6 0 + 1 d2 0 )%
100 Inc re a se by (8 0 + 1 d2 0 )%
1. A knight must believe everything taught by
their religion.
Perform the same routine as above for 2. A knight must defend their religion.
Height, Weight, Most Attractive/Repulsive Features, 3. A knight must respect and defend all weak-
Skin Color, Hair Color, Hair Thickness & Type, Eye nesses.
Color, Vision, and appropriate sexual features. Rare 4. A knight must love the country in which they
features may correlate as well. Consult the Aedile. were born.
5. A knight must not recoil before their foe.
6. A knight must make war against the infi-
del without cessation or mercy.
7. A knight must scrupulously perform all feu-
dal duties that do not contradict the laws of
their god.
8. A knight must never lie and remain faithful
to their pledged word.
9. A knight must be generous and give to ev-
ery character when possible.
10. A knight must always fight as the champion
of ethicality and morality against unethicality
and immorality.

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 The Code of Chivalry • Respect women.
The following list constitutes every chivalric • Exhibit courage in word and deed.
ideal. If a knight breaks any of the following, con- • Defend the weak and innocent.
sequences may range from insignificant to severe, • Destroy evil in all of its monstrous forms.
and may vary according to the religion to which the • Crush the monsters that steal our land and
knight adheres, or circumstances regarding the local rob our people.
ruler or country. When in doubt, consult the Aedile. • Fight with honor.
• Avenge the wronged.
• Live to serve king and country. • Never abandon a friend, ally, or noble cause.
• Live to defend crown and country and all it • Fight for the ideals of king, country, and
holds dear. chivalry.
• Live one’s life so that it is worthy of respect • Die with valor.
and honor. • Always keep one’s word of honor.
• Live for freedom, justice, and all that is good. • Always maintain one’s principles.
• Never attack an unarmed foe. • Never betray a confidence or comrade.
• Never use a weapon on a foe who is un- • Avoid deception.
equal to the attack. • Respect life and freedom.
• Never attack from behind. • Die with honor.
• Avoid lying to your fellow character. • Exhibit manners.
• Avoid cheating. • Be polite and attentive.
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• Avoid torture. • Be respectful of host, women, and honor.

• Obey the law of king, country, and chivalry. • Loyalty to country, king, honor, freedom,
• Administer justice. and the code of chivalry.
• Protect the innocent. • Loyalty to one’s friends and those who trust
• Exhibit self-control. the knight.
• Show respect to authority.

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Courtly Love The Art of Courtly Love
Courtly love is an idealized and often illicit In cultures that practice the art of courtly
form of love in which a knight or courtier devotes love, it is admissible for both common folk, as well
himself to a noblewoman who is usually married as knights and courtiers, to adhere to the following
and feigns indifference to preserve her reputation. guidelines, hoping to demonstrate their genuine love
Just as with chivalry, the uneducated masses often for another:
romanticize courtly love. Not every culture prac-
tices courtly love, but of those that do, the 12 chief • Marriage is not an excuse for not loving.
rules in love are known by all. • He who is jealous cannot love.
• No one can be bound by a double love.
• It is well known that love is always increas-
The 12 Chief Rules in Love
ing or decreasing.
If the following rules in love are not ob-
• That which a lover takes against the will of
served by a knight or squire, then they may not be
his beloved has no relish.
considered to be experiencing genuine courtly love,
• Boys do not love until they reach the age of
either by themselves or others.
maturity.
• When a lover dies, a widowhood of 2 years
1. A character in love must avoid avarice like deadly
is required of the survivor.
pestilence, and must embrace its opposite.
• No one should be deprived of love without
2. A character in love must remain chaste for the
the very best of reasons.

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sake of their lover.
• No one can love unless he is propelled by
3. A character in love must not knowingly partici-
the persuasion of love.
pate in breaking up a correct love affair in
• Love is always a stranger in the home of
which someone else is engaged.
avarice.
4. A character in love must not choose a lover for
• It is improper to love any woman whom
whom a natural sense of shame would for-
one would be ashamed to seek to
bid marriage.
marry.
5. A character in love must avoid falsehood.
• A true lover does not desire to embrace in
6. A character in love must not have many who know
love with anyone except his beloved.
of their love affair.
• When made public, love rarely endures.
7. A character in love must be obedient in all things
• The easy attainment of love makes it of
to the commands of ladies, and should al-
little value: difficulty of attainment
ways strive to serve their lover.
makes it prized.
8. A character in love must be modest while giving
• Every lover regularly turns pale in the pres-
and receiving the solaces of love.
ence of his beloved.
9. A character in love must speak no evil.
• When a lover suddenly catches sight of his
10. A character in love must not reveal love affairs.
beloved, his heart palpitates.
11. A character in love must always be polite and
• A new love puts an old one to flight.
courteous.
• Any character is worthy of love who has
12. A character in love must not exceed the desires
temperance.
of their lover.
• If love diminishes, it quickly fails and rarely
revives.
• A man in love is always apprehensive.
• Real jealousy always increases the feeling of
love.
• Jealousy increases when one suspects his
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 • He whom the thought of love vexes eats Demographics and Occupational Level
and sleeps very little. While occupations are described in the next
• Every act of a lover ends in the thought of chapter (Chap. 7: Occupation), the occupational level
his beloved. of characters usually correlates well to the popula-
• A true lover considers nothing good except tion. Observe the table below to determine by oc-
what he thinks will please his be- cupational level and race where an individual ranks
loved. in a random population of their culture.
• Love can deny nothing to love. For instance, if a human village has a popu-
• A lover can never have enough of the so- lation of 400, then there are roughly 20 characters
laces of his beloved. at the 7th occupational level or higher, ranking in the
• A slight presumption causes a lover to sus- top 5%. Similarly, 20% of the working human char-
pect his beloved. acters met randomly are level 1 or have never worked.
• A man who is vexed by too much passion This table may be used to consider each oc-
usually does not love. cupation, or the entire population. For example, if
• A true lover is constantly and without inter- we are considering a city of bugbears that has a popu-
mission possessed by the thought of lation of 15,000, then there should statistically be
his beloved. 1,500 characters who are level 9 or higher. To figure
• Nothing forbids 1 woman from being loved this: [15,000 - (15,000 x .9)]. However, if this given
by 2 men, or 1 man by 2 women. city has 69 slave-traders, then there are probably 6
slave-traders who are level 9 [to figure this: [69 - (69
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x .9)]], 3 who are level 10 [69 - (69 x .95)], and none

who are level 11 or higher [69 - (69 x .99)].

D e m ographic s by O c c upation and Rac e

Pe rc e ntile in a Random Population
O c c upational Bugbe ar Hu m an
Le ve l an d D warf Elf an d O gre
Troll Kobold
1 10% 10% 14% 20% 20%
2 20% 15% 16% 30% 25%
3 30% 20% 18% 40% 30%
4 40% 25% 20% 50% 35%
5 50% 30% 22% 65% 40%
6 60% 35% 24% 80% 45%
7 70% 40% 26% 95% 50%
8 80% 45% 28% 99% 55%
9 90% 50% 30% 99.5% 60%
10 95% 55% 32% 99.9% 65%
11 99% 60% 34% 99.95% 70%
12 99.5% 65% 36% 99.99% 75%
13 99.9% 70% 38% 99.9995% 80%
14 99.95% 75% 40% 99.9999% 85%
15 99.99% 80% 42% 99.999995% 90%
16 99.995% 85% 44% 99.999999% 95%
17 99.999% 90% 46% 99.9999995% 99%
18 99.9995% 95% 48% 99.9999999% 99.5%
19 99.9999% 99% 50% 99.99999995% 99.9%
20 99.99995% 99.5% 52% 99.99999999% 99.95%

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 Customs
While societies differ in many ways, some
customs are common across cultures.
With the exception of ogres and trolls, all
cultures burn their dead; the dead are not embalmed1
or buried. The dead are burned because after time,
they smell and may cause disease. Some cultures
gather the dead into a pile and burn the corpses,
while others such as bugbears send the corpses out
on burning ships. Ogres and trolls, on the other
hand, eat their dead. In fact, ogres eat their parents
when they get too old.
Regardless of race, if local authorities sus-
pect scandal or adultery, they have a legal right to
surprise suspects, oblige them to open their bed-
room doors and, if convicted, are sentenced imme-
diately and appropriately.

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1. The reason that corpses are not embalmed, is because F.A.T.A.L. attempts to isolate Europe from outside influence.
Embalming originated in Egypt, not Europe. Part of the fantasy of F.A.T.A.L. is in how Europe may have developed without
influence from foreign cultures. It is impossible to remove all influence, but outside influence has been minimzed wherever
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 Communities Governments
Ranging in size from hamlets to capital cit- A government is an authoritative unit that is
ies, many characteristics of communities vary widely. organized to control masses of characters, and is
Communities are outlined according to size below: usually classified according to the distribution of
power within it. Following are the definitions of
Hamlet several forms of government that may be used by
Hamlets are comprised of no more than 100 the Aedile to add realism to a gaming world:
characters, usually a collection of a few families.
Hamlets are too small to have a guild or temple, Anarchy
though 1-2 shrines may be present. Hamlets never The antithesis to all governments, propo-
have walls, and are rebuilt continually. nents of anarchy prefer a lack of government,
prefering chaos to order and nature to civilization.
Village Anarchists believe that no creature has a right to
Villages have from 100-1,000 characters. impose on another; anarchists refuse to be governed.
Most villages are too small to have guilds, have a
local lord and 1-2 temples, and probably have sev- Autocracy
eral shrines. Village guilds are likely to be negligible A government wherein 1 character possesses
in quality and service. Rarely, villages may have walls, unlimited power is an autocracy. Oftentimes, au-
and are rebuilt continually. tocracies are called dictatorships1. If the charac-
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ter with unlimited power centralizes their control,

Town then this form of government may be called totali-
Towns have a population between 1,000 and tarianism. An autocracy is rarely established as such.
10,000. Towns typically have a handful of guilds, Usually, a previous form of government is estab-
temples, and a local lord of some sort such as a lished, and the leader changes it into an autocracy.
2
baron, depending of course on the state. Towns According to some , the most common government
usually are not walled. to precede autocracy is democracy.

City Aristocracy
Cities have populations of at least 10,000. This is a government wherein the power is
Cities have numerous guilds, temples, and at least 1 vested in a minority consisting of those thought to
local lord such as a duke. Cities are usually walled be best qualified to rule. This is different from an
and have a castle, citadel, or fortress of some type. oligarchy, because the populace believes that a char-
acteristic of the aristocratic class distinguishes them
Capital and makes them fit to rule. Historically, member-
Capital cities are the seats of governmental ship in an aristocracy was based on wealth. An aris-
power to a state, usually being the size of a large tocracy based on wealth is a plutocracy.
city. Capital cities are almost always walled, some-
times having multiple walls, and are well defended.
It seems that anything can be found for the right
price if searched diligently for in a capital city.

1. According to E. Lyon’s Assignment in Utopia, “People under dictatorships, it has been well said, are condemned to a lifetime
of enthusiasm. It is a wearing sentence. Gladly they would burrow into the heart of their misery and lick their wounds in
private. But they dare not; sulking is next door to treason. Like soldiers weary unto death after a long march, they must line
up smartly for parade.” For more information, see the References section at the end of this book.
2. The following agree that historically, democracy precedes autocracy: Plato’s Republic, Aristotle’s Politica, and Bertrand
Russell’s Power. For more information, see the References section at the end of this book.

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 Bureaucracy Democracy
A bureaucracy is a government wherein the A government wherein the general popu-
power lies with numerous departments and their lace rules is a democracy. Each member of the popu-
heads. It is a systematic administration character- lace is able to vote directly for policies. Note that
ized by the specialization of functions. Bureaucra- this is different from a republic. Oftentimes, a gov-
cies are often criticized as an overabundance of gov- ernment in the form of a republic will declare itself
ernment consisting of too many clearly demarcated to be a democracy because it appeals to the people,
laws and statutes. A bureaucracy is often combined though safeguards ensure that each character does
with other forms of government. For example, a not truly get an equal vote. Many have considered
republic may organize itself into a bureaucracy. democracy to be an undesirable form of govern-
ment2,3. In fact, historically, democracy tends to
Confederacy change into autocracy or oligarchy.
Usually a political balancing act, a confed-
eracy is a government consisting of many smaller Feudality
units that cooperate, yet prefer to remain indepen- A government wherein great landowners or
dent or distinct. Sometimes these units are called hereditary overlords exact revenue from the land
states. Unfortunately, the units often do not coop- and also exercise the functions of government in
erate and are subject to divisiveness. A confederacy their domains is a feudality. Typically, the great land-
refers only to the relationship between states. How owner is called the lord, and everyone else is a vas-
each state rules its population is another form of sal. Feudality is associated commonly with monar-

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government. chy or a confederacy.

Communism Gerontocracy
A government wherein the state owns all This is a government wherein elders or old
property and equally distributes wealth is a commu- men rule. Many times, the government of a tribe is
nist government. The goal of each citizen is to sup- a gerontocracy. This form of government is primi-
port each other as a community or as a state, not as tive, and is based on the Wisdom that is assumed to
individuals. It has been advocated that children be gathered from age and experience.
should be removed from their parents upon child-
birth, so that no parent knows their child; conse- Gynarchy
quently, no favoritism will exist1. Because the state A government wherein women rule is a
owns everything, and therefore has considerable gynarchy. Note that a matriarchy is not necessarily
power, communism easily devolves into an autoc- a governmental form, but a social organization such
racy or oligarchy. However, because power corrupts, that descent is traced solely or primarily through
communism has never been successful. the female line. In a true gynarchy, the most wom-
anly will rule. A gynarchy may be combined with
other governmental forms.
1. This view comes from Plato’s Republic. It has been argued that this work of Plato’s was the groundwork for communism.
For more information, see the References section at the end of this book.
2. The following have asserted that historically, democracy has been an undesirable form of government: Plato’s Republic,
Aristotle’s Politica, and Bertrand Russell’s Power. For more information, see the References section at the end of this book.
3. In Bertrand Russell’s Power, he asserts that in Classical Greek states, “in every city, the rich favoured oligarchy and the poor
favoured democracy; when the partisans of democracy were victorious, their leader usually succeeded in making himself a
tyrant.” He also claimed that “One of the advantages of democracy, from a governmental point of view, is that it makes the
average citizen easier to deceive” (Russell, 1996, p. 96). Russell also stated that “When all opposing propaganda is forbidden,
rulers are likely to think that they can cause anything to be believed, and so to become over-weening and careless. Lies need
competition if they are to retain their vigour” (Russell, 1996, p. 97). Therefore, democracy is the most successful form of
government with propaganda. For more information, see the References section at the end of this book.

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 Hierarchy Pedocracy
This is a government administered by an au- A government wherein the educated and
thoritarian group of characters classified by ability, scholarly rule is a pedocracy. Educational standards
economic, or social standing. Sometimes, this is re- are strict. Education is free to all citizens, though
ferred to as a militocracy. Males tend to establish strict rules regulate its pursuit. A pedocracy tends
hierarchies, while females prefer floating power to be associated with a bureaucracy.
sources1.
Plutocracy
Magocracy This is a government wherein the wealthy
A government wherein a mage or mages (or rule. A plutocracy is a form of aristocracy. The
sorcerer or sorcerers) rule is a magocracy. In primi- wealthy usually take measures to assure that the they
tive societies, a leader may be elected because they remain in power, and the poor remain powerless.
are believed to be gifted with magic.
Republic
Meritocracy A government wherein representatives are
A meritocracy is a government wherein re- elected to represent their electorate as they make
sponsibility is awarded to those who exhibit the most policy decisions is a republic2. The duty of each
effort. A meritocracy is often associated with a hi- representative is to represent their constituents.
erarchy or pedocracy.
Theocracy
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Monarchy A theocracy is a government wherein rule is

A government wherein rulership is inher- administered by a god or religious officials. Theoc-
ited, such as with a king and queen, is a monarchy. racy has been considered a form of oligarchy3. Usu-
Monarchy is often associated with feudality. Rebel- ally, a religion dominates a theocracy, and characters
lion against the government is an offense against who disagree with the religion must be either ban-
the king, usually punishable by death. ished, converted, or killed. Few religions are toler-
ant of dissidents.
Oligarchy
A government wherein the few or a small
faction rule is an oligarchy. This form of govern-
ment is similar to, yet distinct from, an autocracy.

Ochlocracy
A goverment wherein the mob rules is an
ochlocracy. Mobs usually become factioned into
families. Families compete for power in an ochloc-
racy.

1. This statement is from the Owner’s Manual for the Brain. For more information, see the References section at the end of
this book.
2. According to this defnition, Plato’s Republic is not a republic. For more information, see the References section at the end
of this book.
3. In Bertrand Russell’s Power, he considers theocracy to be a form of oligarchy. For more information, see the References
section at the end of this book.

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Society not enough to revolt. The amount of food in ounces
needed to keep a slave alive is known by bugbears,
Different races have different societies.
based on their famous calculations that involve height
Hereafter, the society of each race is described.
and weight.
Though bugbear engineers design their com-
Bugbear munities, the unskilled labor is performed by hu-
The worldly population of bugbears is small. man slaves. Subjecting facilities are on the outskirts
Bugbears value organization and congregate into of bugbear communities and often used to show a
communities that are structured like humans. Bug- contrast between the lives of bugbears and humans.
bear communities range from hamlet to capital city, Bugbears consider human communities to be sub-
and have a king, dukes, barons, and lords. Since jecting facilities without walls. Humans are fed at a
bugbear society is extremely patriarchal, no queens high-density feedlot. While humans feed, their hands
or duchesses exist who have any power or influ- are tied behind their backs and they drink from a
ence. Bugbears are highly organized and, even trough. The slaves are all forced to urinate and def-
though few in number, they intend to dominate the ecate in a central cesspool that is above ground. All
world. characters within 100 feet of the cesspool must pass
Most bugbear communities are coastal, since a daily Health sub-ability check at TH 5 or become
bugbears are adept at seamanship. In fact, bugbears nauseated in 1d10 seconds and vomit violently.
use the sea as a quiet means to approach human The internal environment of subjecting fa-
communities at night. When convinced that the cilities is void of vegetation, but laden with urine-

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time is right, the captain will beach the raiding ship soaked clay soil. Living conditions are wretched.
and the warriors will plunder the community and Elven slaves are far fewer in number, but more aghast
pillage the women. The crews of these raiding ves- because there is no vegetation and they are not al-
sels often have male bugbears who are celebrating lowed to play music. In fact, if an elf is caught hum-
their 12th birthday and will become adults with full ming or singing, then they are isolated, restrained
rights and citizenship if successful. If unsuccessful, upside-down, and are not allowed water for 1d4 days.
then they are castrated so that their seed cannot The food of slaves consists of poor quality grain
perpetuate failure. Young bugbears train for raiding that has little or no protein or nutrients, which low-
by attacking local slaves in subjecting facilities. Most ers their Drive, keeps them weak, and prevents re-
adult males savor the experience of taking human prisal. Death is their only acquittance.
communities by force. Human males are usually Female bugbears have almost no worth in
killed during the raid. Bugbears find it easier and bugbear society. The only purpose for a female
less risky to transport females and children by sea. bugbear is to relieve sexual tension and make babies
Bugbears organize their slaves within sub- for male bugbears. Although a female bugbear is
jecting facilities, which usually consist of either hu- named at birth, it is rare for others to refer to her by
mans or light elves. The humans are either forced name, but instead as an object or property.
or encouraged to breed so that bugbears may enjoy Nonetheless, for a female bugbear to be-
their delicacy: devouring naughty human children. come an adult, she is tied to an altar in the middle
Therefore, all human children are encouraged to be of an arena on her 12th birthday. Any adult male
naughty. Any human child who refuses to be naughty may enter the arena without weapons and brawl or
must be killed and eaten by their parents; hence, wrestle against other suitors. The winner deflowers
even the parents of children in subjecting facilities her before spectators and may propose marriage.
encourage their children to be naughty. All slaves in If no suitors enter the arena, then she is spayed.
subjecting facilities are subject to medical experimen- Bugbears combine the following types of
tation. Otherwise, these slaves are merely worked government: bureaucracy, feudalism, hierarchy,
to death and given just enough food to survive, but meritocracy, and monarchy.

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 Dwarf Elf
Since the worldly population of dwarves is The worldly population of elves is small, and
small, dwarves congregate into communities that are concentrated in forests. Elves congregate into com-
no smaller than cities, though few exist. Dwarves munities that are no smaller than cities, though few
value organization and strictly regulated freedom. exist. Elves value their forest, freedom, Wisdom,
Dwarves are ruled by a king. Since no dwarven com- and tricks. Although ruled by a king, elven commu-
munity is smaller than a city, there are no dwarven nities do not have elven dukes, barons, lords, or
barons, knights, or lords. Because dwarven society knights. Since elven society is patriarchal, no queens
is patriarchal, no queens exist who have any power exist who have any power or influence.
or influence. Since dwarves are immortal unless The main purpose of elven society is to pro-
killed, they value their own life above all else. For tect their forest, usually from what other races con-
this reason, dwarves withdraw from others, deep into sider civilization. Elves are disappointed in the other
the heart of mountains, where they form subterra- humanoid races, considering them to lack respect
nean cities. Brown dwarves are part of human, not for nature.
dwarven, society. Elven communities are often protected by
Grains such as oats, barley, and wheat are elven sentries who are hiding amid the treetops and
often grown on or near the mountain, and harvested armed with bows. Dark elven sentries have poison-
at night, secretly, by the dwarves for their ale. Al- tipped arrows, while light elves have blunted arrows.
falfa is alternated with grains in crop rotation and Each family of dark elves selects a tree and
grown in the winter for better soil. However, like burrows underneath the root system. Their homes
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kobolds, the main staple of dwarves is mushrooms. rarely flood, because the roots absorb most water.
Dwarves tend to do things with vigor or not The entrance to such a home is somehow hidden.
at all. Their greatest passion is work, though some Trespassers rarely know they are trespassing into a
argue it must be drinking ale. To a dwarf, the only community of dark elves until it is too late. Hu-
time they feel like they accomplish something is manoid trespassers are beheaded and their skulls
when they work. For this reason, dwarves are usu- decorate the interior of dark elven homes. The skulls
ally the best craftsmen, gemcutters, jewelers, and of trespassers are placed above doors, crafted into
smiths. bedpans, and used as doorstops.
The entrances to their communities are clan- In a dark elven community, 10-20% of the
destine, and guarded jealously. It is said that if a dark elves partake in a nightly orgy, known as a werg,
stranger breaks into a dwarven community, then they in elven. The community draws lots to determine
will never break out. Although black dwarves will the participants. The purpose of a werg is not pro-
kill intruders, white dwarves will merely imprison creation, but celebration. During a werg, participants
them for life, fearing that others outside the moun- wear ceremonial half-masks. Vaginal intercourse is
tain may learn of their location. forbidden and mutual masturbation is encouraged.
The ritual to adulthood for a black dwarf or However, every month during a full moon all dark
white dwarf consists of drinking 10 ales and win- elves participate in a community orgy for the pur-
ning a wrestling match against a sober foe of the pose of procreation. The sexual position from this
same age and gender. The ritual is conducted on ceremony has become known as dark-elven-style.
the 24th birthday of each dwarf. If failed, then the Dark-elven-style consists of the male entering the
dwarf must attempt again on their next birthday. female from behind, who is on her knees with va-
Dwarves combine the following types of gina exposed and head on the ground.
government: hierarchy, meritocracy, and monarchy. For a dark elven female to become a citizen,
Although dwarves value heritage, the social class and she must masturbate a male and make him ejaculate
occupation of a dwarf are often determined based a horizontal distance at least half his height. For a
on a review of their efforts. Lazy dwarves are rare. male to become a citizen, he must masturbate on a
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 Each family of light elves selects a large, Kobold
hollow tree, and makes their home inside it. It is The only race more populous than kobolds
easier for a trespasser to discover the home of a is humans. Kobolds value dominance and live in
light elf than dark elf. Light elves make fun of dark hierarchical societies. The strong dominate the weak.
elves, saying that because they live underground, they Many kobolds are slaves at the bottom of the hier-
are lower than light elves, and that their skin is darker archy. Kobolds are ruled by a king and queen, and
because they are dirty. their dukes and duchesses. Each kobold squabbles
Light elves are not lecherous, like dark elves. for more power, then abuses those beneath them
Yet, their mating ritual is odd because it includes with less. Kobold society is patriarchal, since their
music. When a female intends to get pregnant, she king is male and their sovereign ruler. Males have
plays an improvised melody on a flute during mat- emerged naturally as the dominating gender of all
ing. More attention seems to be devoted to the successful kobold societies.
melody than the act of mating. Later, the melody is Each kobold king rules at least 1 mountain.
recalled, interpreted, and used to foretell the fate of If a mountain is inhabited by kobolds, then it is fully
the child. mined and the king resides at the internal summit.
Elves combine the following types of gov- The interior of kobold mountains are organized into
ernment: aristocracy, monarchy, and pedocracy. levels based on social class, occupation, military in-
Although heritage is valued, the elven version of fluence, wealth, and the number of slaves owned.
pedocracy places more importance on Wisdom. The Generally, slaves reside at the bottom and are con-
demonstrated Wisdom of an elf is used often to tinually digging mines near or away from their moun-

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determine their social class and occupation. tain, while kobold serfs live high in the mountain.
Slaves must bring goods to those above them in the
Human mountain.
Humans congregate into communities that Entrances to kobold mines never occur
range in size from hamlets to the largest cities. Most higher than the foothills at the base of the moun-
humans are corrupt and value money and power tain. In remote areas, such entrances may not be
over all else. For these reasons, human societies have hidden. However, entrances to kobold mines are
slaves and peasants, in addition to free characters usually hidden and protected with numerous traps.
such as serfs, nobility, and royalty. Slaves are ex- The most numerous entrances to kobold mines oc-
ploited. The most common slaves are other hu- cur in wells that are in or near human communities.
mans, though bugbears and kobolds may also be Kobolds send scouts on the surface at night to find
found. Peasants do not live in towns and cities, but wells, then bring detailed maps back to their superi-
only rural communities such as hamlets and villages. ors. Next, kobolds mine into a well, about half-way
Humans are ruled by a king and queen. The up its shaft. Numerous traps are set in the mine
king is assisted by a hierarchy of lesser royalty in- shaft near the well. Then, at night kobolds emerge
cluding dukes, barons, and lords; female equivalents and capture humans, forcing them down into the
also exist. Human society is patriarchal, since their mines to become slaves. If successful, the kobolds
king is male and their sovereign ruler. Males have will be able to steal humans without other humans
emerged naturally as the dominating gender of all in the community knowing what happened. Just
successful human societies. the same, many human communities watch their
Humans are likely to try any type of gov- wells with suspicion.
ernment. Modern governments tend to involve the Kobolds have a complicated system of sla-
following: bureaucracy, communism, feudality, mon- very that includes rituals and customs. All female
archy, and republic. slaves must wear a collar that locks upon closing
and may only be opened by cutting it off. Each
male kobold who is a soldier usually has several
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 many duties including sexual gratification. When a Since kobolds are color-blind, they see only
male kobold soldier is in a position to take a female shades of gray. Kobolds may use colors, such as for
kobold as a slave, she may get into the position of clothes or art, but are unaware of the aesthetic value
submission, which is to kneel before her new mas- to those who see colors. Most other races think
ter with her back straight and head hanging low in that kobolds have horrible artistic tastes, since their
front of her. During sex, males despise any sexual colors clash often. Artistic kobolds enjoy sculpting
position in which the female is above the male. In silver and other precious metals or stones. Kobold
fact, the sexual position known as kobold-style con- mines are supported sometimes with timber, some-
sists of the male entering the female from behind. times with columns of stone. The upper half of
In kobold-style, the female is on her knees with va- each mountain is usually decorated extensively with
gina exposed and back arched, while the male both silver.
penetrates and chokes her from behind. The goal Kobolds hate dirt, and consider other hu-
is to bring the female close to unconsciousness and manoids to be no different than dirt. Some hu-
cause her to orgasm from his dominance and her mans claim that many foothills near mountains are
lack of breath. the result of kobolds dumping dirt on the surface
Because the greatest passions in kobold so- as a result of their mining.
ciety are mining for silver and collecting slaves, Kobolds combine the following types of
kobolds often organize raids on human caravans at government: confederacy, hierarchy, and monarchy.
night that they suspect are transporting slaves. This
is easier, but risker, than mining into wells. Humans
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do not last long as slaves in kobold mines. Most

human slaves die within 1 month in kobold slaves
due to the dangerous fumes in silver mines. All
kobolds are unaffected by the dangerous fumes in
silver mines, as well as gaseous arsenic when released.
Since humans know that kobolds are experts
at underground traps, humans are usually reluctant
to enter kobold mines, even to retrieve a family
member or administer vengeance. Those humans
who are brave enough to enter kobold mines hardly
ever return. If an army of humans enters the mines,
kobolds let them get close to their community, and
then ignite underground fires, which are calculated
to kill the humans with smoke inhalation before they
are able to escape back to the surface. Such escapes
usually fail, because the kobolds also favor collaps-
ing the entrance to their mines. Kobolds are im-
mune to smoke-inhalation, as long as some air re-
mains.
Communities occur near mines that have
concentrations of silver and crustaceans, as well as
an underground stream. The spores of various
mushrooms grow plentifully around kobold com-
munities. Since underground kobold mines are ex-
tensive, some mines have been depleted and aban-
doned.

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 Ogre Troll
Base and kinder-fresser ogres do not have Borbytingarna and hill trolls do not form
societies. Only cliff and gruagach ogres form any societies, but roam the land as malicious monsters.
semblance of a society. Only subterranean trolls form a society.
Cliff ogres gather in family units, never com- The worldly population of subterranean
prising as much as a hamlet. Each mother and fa- trolls is small compared to humans. Since these trolls
ther remain together for joint benefit, and are loyal hate noise and are turned to stone in sunlight, they
to feeding their children. To feed their children, 1 retreated long ago into caverns where they have cre-
of the parents tosses characters over a cliff, and their ated underground palaces. Few palaces exist, though
children wait below, ready to feed on the victims. the few that exist are marvels to behold. Trolls value
When a male cliff ogre child becomes an adult, he freedom and money, and are ruled by a king. Sub-
claims his independence by throwing his parents off terranean troll society is patriarchal, since their king
a cliff. Then, he searches for a mate from a nearby is male and their sovereign ruler. Males have emerged
cliff ogre family. If he finds one to his liking, he naturally as the dominating gender of all successful
takes her from her family by force, if necessary. To- troll societies.
gether, they find a cliff with jagged rocks below and Ever since ancient times, subterranean trolls
begin a family. Cliff ogres are anarchists. have an intense hatred of ogres, borbytingarna, and
Gruagach ogres dwell only in forests. They hill trolls. For a male subterranean troll to become
never form a community larger than a hamlet. an adult, he must leave the underground palace on
Known as the wild ones or hairy ones, gruagach his 13th birthday and return with the carcass of 1 or

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dominate each other based on size, Strength, In- more ogres or other races of trolls. The young troll
timidation, and aggression. Ultimately, their tribal will not be permitted to return without such a car-
societies are best characterized as autocratic; the cass. If he returns, then the carcass is offered to an
strongest ogre forces the others into submission. adult female to encourage her to mate with him. In
Some scholars mistakenly think that bugbears are this respect, the most influential carcass is a male
related to gruagach because of their hairiness; bug- ogre who is a young adult.
bears and gruagach are 2 distinct species. If the female rejects this carcass, and if she
Female gruagach are battered more often is at least 13 years in age, then she is obligated to
than females of other races. Oddly, female gruagach venture to the surface to capture alive an attractive
rarely retaliate against males, but become aggressive female human. When a female troll sees an attrac-
with other females. tive female elf or human, she must pass a Drive sub-
When a confrontation occurs between 2 ability check at TH 24 or maim her. If she is able to
gruagach, usually males, the foes bump chests and restrain herself, then she must bring the slave back
attempt to intimidate each other. If the confronta- for the suitor. In this case, the male usually disar-
tion escalates, the gruagach rarely fight bare-handed, ticulates the human and never bothers this female
but grab clubs. If a foe loses but is not killed, then again. Most females use this ritual as an excuse to
he retaliates as soon as possible by attempting to go to the surface and hope to have their way with
rally other gruagach. an attractive male anakim or human.
Subterranean trolls are governed by their
troll-king, who establishes himself by, and with, ab-
solute power. Trolls succumb to autocracy and
magocracy. Therefore, the king is usually the most
powerful sorcerer in the community. In subterra-
nean troll society, sorcerers are the most valued and
powerful citizens. Although subterranean trolls have
a king, there are no dukes, barons, lords, or knights.

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 Roads Traders travel throughout the year and com-
prise the largest percentage of travelers. Females
Although roads1 may differ by culture, the
on the road wear the same clothes as males, except
information provided here is meant to be the norm.
that their clothes are longer, reaching to the ankles.
Roads are formal trails that are made by characters.
If females bring jewelry while traveling, they keep it
Main roads are paved with hewn stones and
hidden. Only exiles, refugees, and the like travel
bolstered underneath by masses of tightly packed
alone; ordinary voyagers bring at least 1 slave. When
sand. Main roads are paved with polygonal paving
traveling, characters take care to plan their arrival at
stones of durable igneous rock such as basalt, gran-
their destination to occur during daylight.
ite, or porphyry. Typically, the stones measure 12”
across by 8” deep. The stones are fitted together in
a cunning pattern to form an absolutely smooth sur-
face. The work on roads is done by the army. The Inns
following tools are used: pick, hammer, and spade. An inn1 is an establishment that allows trav-
Great thoroughfares have a raised border elers a place to rest, and usually eat and other neces-
along each side. Outside the border is an unpaved sities. If there are no inns, then a traveler must at-
track. The unpaved track is roughly 2’ wide and is tempt to appeal to the private hospitality of a local
used by pedestrians and pack-animals. At intervals, character. Owners of private houses also rent rooms.
high stones are set along the sides to help a traveler If allowed to stay, then it is expected that guest and
mount a horse or climb into a high-wheeled car- host exchange gifts upon the departure of the guest.
riage. All roads have channels along one side or Since inns are so pervasive, it is rare that a traveler
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both to divert rainwater. must appeal to private hospitality.

The width of roads varies. 2-lane roads are A traveler comes upon inns before reaching
at least 8’ wide, but usually 10’. 3-lane roads have a the town proper. Inns line the roads outside the
width of 14-18’. Most roads widen to 30’ or more city limits. Just inside the gates are more inns, and
near a major central city. In mountainous areas, still more can be found around the center of the
width is minimized. A single-lane road is about 6’ town. Inns in town are not hard to identify. Even a
wide. Secondary roads are simple, dirt roads. traveler who arrives late at night can identify an inn,
Main routes are carefully maintained. They since inns have lit lanterns over their doors. Often,
are marked with road signs every mile, called mile- the inkeeper advertises by hanging a sign with an
stones. Every 6 miles exists a guard post that offers appropriate picture. Often the picture is of wine
protection and the opportunity to communicate with jars or erotic scenes. In many establishments, the
the next down the line by means of fire signals. Mile- innkeeper stands in the doorway and attempts to
age is always counted outward from the capital. attract customers. Since a female innkeeper is most
Settlements are sometimes named by the stone it is common, it is likely that she will rave about the charm
nearest. Each road has its own curator or commis- and cool of her place, and assure passersby that they
sioner charged with keeping it repaired and ad- will not only find bread and wine, but love. Even
equately policed. respectable inns include whores among services of-
Also lining the roadsides are religious monu- fered. The staff of inns are usually slaves, including
ments. These range from sanctuaries to only the doorman (doorwoman), bellboys and porters,
mounds of stones. When only a mound of stone, waiters, wenches, and chambermaids (who double
passersby will toss an additional stone on the mound. as whores, at the request of a guest).

1. Information on roads and inns has been referenced from Travel in the Ancient World, by Lionel Casson. For more
information, see the References section at the end of this book.

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 In an inn, a traveler strikes a bargain with A small inn rarely offers more than a dozen
the innkeeper for each item separately -- bed, drink, rooms to rent. The smallest of inns is a rectangular
meals, and whores. Rates including everything are building about 47.5 feet long and 21 feet wide. It is
the exception. Inns vary widely in selection and divided into 3 rooms, a central chamber flanked by
quality of provisions. Some inns offer room ser- a kitchen on one side and a bedroom on the other.
vice, so that a guest can request a meal brought to The kitchen measures 5’ x 12.5’ and the bedroom
them. An inn able to accommodate royalty is called measures 3’ x 7.5’, leaving most of the space for the
a praetoria, while an inn for peasants is called a hos- central hall. All 3 rooms are heated, the kitchen by
tel. A fully-equipped inn offers meals and sleeping its hearth, the bedroom by a fireplace, and the long
quarters, a change of animals, carriages, porters, chamber by a floor fitted with hot-air ducts. The
veterinarians, and cartwrights. Since inns do not stables, forge, and other facilities are in sheds be-
include baths, a traveler must go to a public bath. hind or alongside the inn.
When ushered to a room, a traveler shares it A type of inn of low repute is a caupona. It
with as many fellow guests as the innkeeper can cram caters to sailors, carters, and slaves. Its dining room
into it. The furniture is minimal: a bed, chamber- has the atmosphere of a tavern more than a restau-
pot, and candleholder. Experienced travelers care- rant. The copa (female) or copo (male) is one who
fully search the bed for bedbugs. The decor of an runs a caupona. A traveler is completely at their
inn is minimal as well. Frequently, previous guests mercy. When a character is robbed here, law de-
vent their feelings by scribbling on the bedroom clares the character can only find satisfaction from
walls. From history, “Innkeeper, I pissed in the bed. the thief, not the innkeeper.

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I did wrong, I admit it. Want to know why? There
was no chamber-pot!” Cursus Publicus
A standard inn is 2 stories, roughly 40’ x 70’, This is a government post that is part of a
with a short side facing the road. Paralleling one of network of inns. Every user has to have a diploma
the long sides is a court for wagons and carriages. signed by the king. A diploma entitles a character to
The ground floor includes a stable that can handle a travel with the use of government-maintained fa-
dozen or so animals, a repair shop complete with a cilities. A diploma is a prized possession. Routes
blacksmith’s forge, an office, a kitchen measuring have stations at strategic intervals. At a station, a
6.5’ by 19.5’, and a dining room about the same size. traveler with a diploma may eat, sleep, and change
Hot-air ducts under the floor provide heat for a beasts or vehicles. Stations are 25-35 miles apart,
chamber. The upper floor contains the bedrooms. the distance of an average day’s travel. The king
A large inn is a complex of stables, a court, simply selects inns of the required quality and in-
and buildings that covers an area of 60’ x 216’. There corporates them into his system, making them sta-
is a court of 36’ x 75’ surrounded on 3 sides by 2 tions and requiring them to accommodate any holder
floors of chambers. Most rooms measure 16.5’ x of a diploma for free. Selling a diploma to an unau-
16.5’, and a few are much larger. No heating ducts thorized user occurs rarely and is punishable by
exist, so the rooms have fireplaces or braziers. Large death.
inns have 30 or more rooms.
AUDIERIS.IN.QUO.
FLACCE.BALNEO.PLAUSUM.
MARONIS.ILLIC.ESSE.
MENTULAM.SCITO

If from the baths you hear

a round of applause,
Maron’s great prick
is bound to be the cause.

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 Public Baths The tankards of most taverns are inscribed
with names of gods or other things, such as Love,
Not every culture has public baths1, though
Health, and Joy. An interesting inscription is
cultures with public baths consider their culture to
Pausikraipalos, which means ‘Stop the hangover’ when
be more civilized because of them. Public baths
translated from Kobold.
may contain gymnasiums, beauty treatments, con-
certs, art exhibitions, lectures, promenades, and the
chance to meet and talk with practically every char-
acter in the community. Restaurants
A traveler undresses in a dressing room, but Downtown, many restaurants 1 may be
is advised to make sure that their clothing and pos- found. A taberna is essentially a snack bar. It has a
sessions are in the care of a character while bathing, marble counter that opens onto the road and is about
since robbing garments from dressing rooms is prac- 6-8 feet in length. The customer stands in the street
tically an occupation. The managers of public baths and orders are slapped onto the counter before
assume no responsibility for stolen possessions. them. Popular orders are bread and wine, and some-
Public baths may also function as brothels. times meat.
However, public baths employ chambermaids, not If a hungry character wants to sit down to
outright whores. At a public bath, chambermaids eat, then they enter a restaurant, called a popina.
must be attractive and skilled at Cleaning, Contor- Characters prefer to eat while reclining rather than
tion, Massage, Seduction, and Sexual Adeptness. seated. Tables are surrounded on 3 sides by couches,
In addition to steam rooms, public baths also rather than chairs. To dine while seated is consid-
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have bedchambers. Some public baths have hours ered to be for the poor or hurried. Wine is popu-
reserved for only 1 gender or the other. Otherwise, larly ordered. A popina also provides entertainment,
bath houses receive both genders. The public baths such as whores and gambling. Most who enter spend
are closed during epidemics, just as commercial gath- the whole evening, if not the whole day. A popina
erings and dancing throughout the communities are opens about 11 A.M. or eariler. Most of these es-
prohibited. Normally, however, public baths are tablishments offer music and dancing. Most supply
open all day, every day. whores, have erotic scenes on the walls, and are deco-
rated with an erect phallus. A popina caters to cart-
ers/teamsters, sailors, and their ilk. Many moral
Taverns priests are forbidden by their religion to eat at res-
taurants, except when there is no alternative, such
A tavern1 is a drinking shop, though much
as when one is on the road.
more occurs in a tavern besides drinking. Other
names for a tavern include the kapeleia and potisteria.
In addition to being a place for drinking, other ac-
tivities also occur in taverns, such as gambling, watch-
ing dancing girls, and whoring. Tavernkeepers are IN.VINO.VERITAS
mostly female. Their chief business is supplying
drinks and women. Decent characters do not pa-
tronize taverns. Females rarely go to taverns. If
they do, then it is understood that they must be there The truth is in wine.
to fornicate. In fact, husbands may spend so much
time lounging and drinking at taverns that they hardly (Drunk characters tell the truth.)
have any use for their homes or wives, and may rent
both of them out to others.

1. Information on public baths, taverns, and restaurants has been referenced from Travel in the Ancient World, by Lionel
Casson. For more information, see the References section at the end of this book.

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Mail Around Town
1
A government mail service exists. How- Communities have different mores depend-
ever, it is only for governmental use. The rich, how- ing on the culture. Information detailed here is
ever, often have their own postmen. Among their meant to be the norm around town1.
slaves they have a certain number to serve as mes- Wheeled traffic is banned in towns during
sengers. They are called tabellarii or ‘tablet-men.’ daylight hours. Heavy transport must take place
The vast majority of letter-writers, of course, do between dusk and dawn. Along the main streets of
not have messengers. Their only recourse is to find a town, light is no problem; oil lamps in the open-
some traveler who happens to be heading in the fronted shops provide plenty of illumination. A
right direction. Travelers have no objections to fill- typical main street may have 45 shops on either side
ing the role of messenger -- it is, after all, the only over the distance of 1,500 feet. Since each shop has
way they can get word to anyone themselves. 1 lamp burning, this equates to a light every 30 feet
The only writing instrument is a reed pen. or so. Street lights, distinct from the casual lighting
The ink is a mixture of lampblack gum and water. of shops, are limited to main intersections. Side
Letters are written most often on papyrus or parch- streets are in total darkness at night, and any charac-
ment. Writing and sending letters is expensive, due ter who plans to wander there should hire a linkboy
to paper, ink, and messengers. Since it is expensive, to light the path either with a torch or lantern.
lengthy missives are rare. When finished writing, In town, daytime has perils for characters
the writer either rolls the sheet or folds it, keeping who stroll leisurely about the streets. Though there
the message on the inside, and ties it. Finally, a fixed may be no wheeled traffic about which to worry; a

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blob of clay or wax is placed on the tie and a seal is character who is carelessly walking may easily be
impressed on it. When the wax or clay dries, the stampeded by a team of horses speeding along at a
address is written on it. The address is very simple, brisk trot. Further, there are shysters who run about
such as ‘To John from his brother Mauger.’ There the city and swindle the well-to-do strangers who
is no need for anything more. Some characters de- come to town. Some writers warn that a character
sire to prevent others from being able to read their must guard with all their might against the whores,
mail, and so they write a message in ink, though since they are a pleasant means to ruin without real-
vital information is omitted. Vital information is izing it.
written with milk, not ink. When the milk dries, it Since street signs and house numbers do not
will be unnoticed by others. Messages written in exist, in some towns and most cities a guidebook
milk may be read by spreading ashes over the letter. exists for strangers. Guidebooks highlight individual
Milk is commonly called invisible ink. places and monuments. These works are commonly
Mail moves quite fast over short distances. entitled “Guidebook of...”. They are intended as
But long distances, especially when crossing water, preperatory reading, not for use on the spot. Since
are another matter. The messenger checks the wa- these books are handwritten on relatively thick pa-
terfront to determine if any vessels are rowing or pyrus or leather sheets, these books are too bulky
sailing in the desired direction. If not, all the mes- for casual use; they are also too valuable due to ex-
senger can do is sit, wait, and hope. pense. Some tourists are interested in having a pic-
torial memento of what they see. If they have an
aptitude for sketching, they can bring papyrus, reed
pen, and ink, or perhaps wax tablets and stylus. Local
guides lie in wait for tourists; they are called
periegetai, meaning ‘leaders around’ or exegetai,
meaning ‘explainers.’ They are everywhere, and tour-
ists are unable to avoid them.
1. Information on mail and around town has been referenced from Travel in the Ancient World, by Lionel Casson. For more
information, see the References section at the end of this book.

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 Education The grammar of religious school embraces
not only linguistics but writing, spelling, composi-
Formal education1 consists of attending a
tion, speech, and general literature, including poetry
religious school until the human age of 14. If edu-
and history. In grammar, the student is exposed to
cation is pursued beyond religious school, it is con-
a series of authors. Anything written in a book has
tinued at a university.
a certain sacredness; all the established authors are
considered authorities. Some are surprisingly pro-
Religious School fane and even erotic, but they are nevertheless stud-
There are no public schools. The elite of ied for their rhetorical artifices.
the city’s youth attend school, mostly the sons of In geometry, the class studies a map of the
nobility and royalty. Education places them perma- circular world, composed of 3 continents equal in
nently above peasants and ignorant serfs. In a reli- size, separated by narrow bands of water.
gious school, pupils sit on the floor, all ages together.
Instruction is predominantly oral. The schoolmas-
University
ter lectures, and students take notes on oblong
Universities are closed to women, but they
wooden tablets coated with black or green wax, us-
are equally closed to men except those who are be-
ing a stylus of bone, ivory, or metal. The whitish
ing trained to be a barrister, doctor, or priest. At a
scratches it makes can be erased by rubbing with its
university, scholars break for lunch, meeting again
rounded end.
in the afternoon for another lecture or disputation.
In drill, pupils repeat in chorus after the
When the day is over, scholars may turn to studying
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teacher and continue repeating an exercise until they

or copying by candlelight, or since all forms of ath-
have memorized it. Since books have to be copied
letics are prohibited, scholars may turn to gaming,
by hand and writing materials are expensive, memory
drinking, and whoring. Although human scholars
and oral exercises are indispensable. The school-
usually enter the university at 14 or 15, their private
master reads aloud. The attention of the students
lives are almost entirely unsupervised. There are no
does not wander, for each of them must recite to-
university buildings. Classes are held in the masters’
morrow part of what he has heard today. The lec-
houses. Student lodgings, schools, and brothels are
ture, the main teaching session of the day, takes place
cheek by jowl, and sometimes masters and students
in the early afternoon. Following it, there is a pe-
conduct disputations on the second floor, whores
riod of free discussion, then drill. The next morn-
and pimps on the first.
ing is devoted to the repetition.
The favorite sport of university students is
Theoretically, the curriculum consists of the
fighting -- with each other, with the townspeople,
7 liberal arts. But schools rarely teach all 7 of the
or with the provost’s guard.
arts, and the emphasis is unequal. These arts are
After 6 years of studying, a student may face
liberal because their purpose is not money-making
the examiners. If the student passes the exams, then
and because they are worthy of a free man. There
he receives a license to teach. Otherwise, he may
are 7 mainly because characters are fond of the num-
become a scribe, or go on to study medicine or law.
ber 7, which is a numerological key to an ordered
Wandering scholars drift from one school
universe. Liberal arts are divided into the trivium (3
or one patron to another, passing their days in tav-
roads) and quadrivium (4 roads). The trivium is com-
erns and living by their wits. Some contribute to
prised of grammar, rhetoric, and logic. The
worthy literature.
quadrivium is comprised of the scientific: arithmetic,
geometry, astronomy, and music. Recent additions
have been the subjects of theology and philosophy.
The function of higher education has been absorbed
by the universities.
1. Information on medieval education was referenced from Gies’ Life in a Medieval City. For more information, see the
References section at the end of this book.

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Justice Dwarf, Black
Different races have established different Black dwarven law distinguishes between
laws. The justice of each race is described. There- major and minor crimes. Minor crimes have a se-
after, a table lists each crime and its severity to eachverity of 1-5, while major crime severity is 6-10. Any
race. Finally, each crime and punishment is consid- character accused of a major crime must attend
ered. court. Each court has a jury comprised of 5 dwarves
who have sworn an oath. Magic is forbidden in
court.
Anakim
Although each crime is handled differently,
Anakim usually live in a human society and
the punishment is being struck with a hammer of
are subject to human justice.
justice for most minor crimes and being axed to
death for most major crimes. Imprisonment is a
Bugbear rare form of punishment. Usually, a prisoner is
Bugbear law is more concerned with the confined in a chamber deep within a mountain to
wealth of the criminal than the crime committed. await ransom or sentencing. Once convicted, a char-
For bugbear justice, wealth means the total estimated acter is never pardoned.
assets of the criminal. A criminal worth less than A criminal is not punished for crimes com-
100 s.p. has a severity of 1-3, a criminal worth be- mitted outside a black dwarven community. The
tween 100-1,000 s.p. has a severity of 4-6, while black dwarves believe that leaving society means re-
greater than 1,000 s.p has a severity of 7-10. Any turning to natural law from societal law.

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character accused of a crime must attend court.
Each court has a jury comprised of 11 bug-
Dwarf, Brown
bears who have sworn an oath. Magic is forbidden
Brown dwarves usually live in a human soci-
in court. Although each crime is handled differ-
ety and are subject to human justice.
ently, the punishment relates to the crime. Usually,
a prisoner is confined in chains to await ransom or
sentencing. Once convicted and punished, a char- Dwarf, White
acter may seek pardon; most punished characters White dwarven law distinguishes between
are pardoned. Any character who is not a bugbear, major and minor crimes. Minor crimes have a se-
and who is deemed subject to their law, is sentenced verity of 1-5, while major crime severity is 6-10. Any
to death if found guilty of a crime. All criminals are character accused of a major crime must attend
shaved, numbered, and cataloged. The numbers are court. Each court has a jury comprised of 5 dwarves
burned into the back of the criminal, where a de- who have sworn an oath. Magic is forbidden in
tailed criminal history may be listed. court.
If a slave in a subjecting facility commits a Although each crime is handled differently,
crime, which includes disobeying orders, then the the punishment is either a fine or being forced to
sentence of the slave is subject to the whim of the work for free for the community for most minor
facility commander. Sometimes such slaves are killed crimes and banishment for most major crimes.
on the spot, other times they are removed and Imprisonment is a rare form of punishment. Usu-
dropped in a pit beneath a tower where their screams ally, a prisoner is confined in a chamber deep within
will not be heard as they starve to death. a mountain to await ransom or sentencing. A con-
Bugbear culture encourages crimes to be victed character may seek a royal pardon.
committed in other cultures. Therefore, if a bug- A criminal is punished for crimes commit-
bear goes abroad, commits a crime, and their home ted outside a white dwarven community. The white
community discovers it, then the bugbear will not dwarves believe that their law extends everywhere.
be punished. In fact, a bugbear who commits crimes
abroad may become legendary.

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 Elf, Dark Elf, Light
Dark elven law is more concerned with the Light elven law is more concerned with the
age of the criminal than the crime committed. A age of the criminal than the crime committed. A
crime committed by a character younger than middle crime committed by a character younger than middle
age has a severity of 1-5, while middle age and older age has a severity of 1-5, while middle age and older
is 6-10. Next, a character who commits a major is 6-10. Next, a character who commits a major
crime receives more severe punishment, while a crime receives more severe punishment, while a
minor crime causes punishment that is less severe. minor crime causes punishment that is less severe.
Any character accused of a crime must attend court. Any character accused of a crime must attend court.
Each court has a jury comprised of 13 elves Each court has a jury comprised of 7 elves
who have sworn an oath. The judge often uses magic who have sworn an oath. The judge often uses magic
to aid the search for truth. The best dark elven to aid the search for truth. The best light elven
courts have numerous sorcerers, who cast the fol- courts have numerous sorcerers, who cast the fol-
lowing spells during the hearing: Detect Lie, Detect lowing spells during the hearing: Detect Lie, Detect
Magic, Detect Surface Thoughts, and Detect Magic, Detect Surface Thoughts, and Detect
Thoughts. Thoughts.
Although each crime is handled differently, Although each crime is handled differently,
the punishment is a prohibition against sex for most the punishment is a prohibition against playing
minor crimes and being beaten to death with sticks pranks and making music for most minor crimes
by their immediate family for most major crimes. and being starved to death for most major crimes.
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Imprisonment is a rare form of punishment. Usu- Imprisonment is a rare form of punishment. When
ally, a prisoner is confined in a yew tree to await a light elf has committed a minor crime, the other
ransom or sentencing. Once convicted, a character elves in the community will refuse to speak to or
is never pardoned. Any character who is not a dark look at them, but will hold their nose high in the air.
elf, and who is deemed subject to their law, is sen- Usually, a prisoner is confined in a yew tree to await
tenced to death if found guilty of a crime. ransom or sentencing. Once convicted, a character
A criminal is not punished for crimes com- is never pardoned. Any character who is not a light
mitted outside a dark elven community or forest. elf, and who is deemed subject to their law, is ban-
The dark elves do not consider themselves subject ished if found guilty of a crime.
to the law of other races, including light elves. A criminal is punished for crimes commit-
ted outside a light elven community or forest. The
criminal is considered subject to light elven law. Light
elves will go to great expense to find a criminal and
bring them to justice.

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 Human Kobold
1
Human law distinguishes between major Kobold law is more concerned with the so-
and minor crimes. Minor crimes have a severity of cial class of the criminal than the crime committed.
1-5, while major crime severity is 6-10. Any charac- A crime committed by a royal character has a sever-
ter accused of a major crime must attend a royal ity of 1-2, noble 3-4, serf 5-6, peasant 7-8, and slave
court in a city or the capital city. Otherwise, a char- 9-10. Next, a character who commits a major crime
acter accused of a minor crime must attend their receives extreme punishment, while a minor crime
local court, which is held in a manor. causes light punishment. Any character accused of
Each court has a jury comprised of 9 men a crime must attend court.
who have sworn an oath. A character accused of a Each court has a jury comprised of 3
minor crime is permitted no more than 9 postpone- kobolds who have sworn an oath. Magic is forbid-
ments, including 3 summons. Some excuses are ac- den in court.
cepted for failure to appear. Human manorial courts Although each crime is handled differently,
appear merciful, because criminals who are unable the punishment is a fine for most minor crimes and
to pay a fine are often pardoned. Magic is forbid- slavery for most major crimes. Imprisonment is a
den in court. rare form of punishment. Usually, a prisoner is
Although each crime is handled differently, confined in an abandoned mine shaft to await ran-
the punishment is a fine for most minor crimes and som or sentencing. Once convicted, no character is
death for most major crimes. Imprisonment is a ever pardoned. Any character who is not a kobold,
rare form of punishment. Usually, a prisoner is and who is deemed subject to their law, is sentenced

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confined in a castle tower or basement to await ran- to death if found guilty of a crime.
som or sentencing. A character convicted in a royal A criminal who commits a crime outside a
court may seek a royal pardon. kobold community becomes a slave until extradi-
A criminal is not punished for major crimes tion arrangements are made.
committed outside a human community, although
minor crimes are punished no matter where they Troll, Subterranean
are committed. If a criminal is wanted by another The law of subterranean trolls does not dis-
community, then the local community may hold the tinguish between major and minor crimes. Instead,
criminal for extradition. each crime is considered based on its severity. Any
character accused of a crime must attend court.
A subterranean troll court does not have a
jury. The judge often uses magic to aid the search
for truth. The best subterranean troll courts have
numerous sorcerers, who cast the following spells
ET.QUI.NOLUNT.OCCIDERE. during the hearing: Detect Lie, Detect Magic, De-
QUEQUAM.POSSE.VOLUNT tect Surface Thoughts, and Detect Thoughts.
Although each crime is handled differently,
the punishment is usually mutilation or death. Once
convicted, no character is ever pardoned. Any char-
acter who is not a subterranean troll, and who is
Those who do not wish to kill anyone, deemed subject to their law, is sentenced to death if
wish they were able. found guilty of a crime.
A criminal is not punished for crimes com-
mitted outside a community of subterranean trolls.
They do not care about the outside world.
1. Human justice is based on justice mentioned in Life in a Medieval Village and Life in a Medieval Castle. For more
information, see References at the end of this book.

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 Crim e Se ve rity
Se ve rity from 1 to 10
Crim e D warf, D warf, Troll,
Bu g b e ar Elf, D . Elf, L. Hum an Kobold
B. W. S.
Adul te ry 1,5 3 5 5 5 5 2 5
Arson 6 7 7 8 8 7 5 5
A ssa u l t 3 3 5 3 5 4 3 4
Assa ul t i n Pa l a c e , Court, or Churc h 5 5 7 5 7 6 5 6
Assa ul t i n Vi c ti m’ s Home 4 4 6 4 6 5 4 5
Bl a sphe my 2 4 4 4 3 4 6 4
Bre a k i ng a nd E nte ri ng 4 2 2 2 2 2 5 4
Burgl a ry 6 6 7 5 7 7 8 7
Counte rfe i ti ng 7 7 7 6 7 6 7 7
Cov e tous E y e s - 1 2 - - 4 5 5
De bt 2 3 2 2 2 3 4 3
Di shone st Me rc ha nt 3 4 5 2 2 3 1 2
Dra wi ng Bl ood 3 4 5 5 7 5 5 6
E xtorti on 2 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
Fa i l ure to Pa y Re nt - 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
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Fa l se We i ghts a nd Me a sure s 7 8 8 2 2 4 8 5
Ga mbl i ng - - - 1 1 1 1 1
He re sy 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Homose xua l i ty - - - - - 1 5 -
Ignori ng a Cri me 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Inc e st 7 1 1 - 1 1 1 2
Issui ng a Thre a t 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
K i dna ppi ng 5 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
Li be l 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Ly c a nthropy 8 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
Murde r 8 7 9 7 9 8 8 8
Ma ss Murde r 9 8 10 8 10 9 9 9
Pe rj ury 5 2 6 2 6 5 5 5
Pi mpi ng 5 - 7 - 7 2 5 5
Poa c hi ng - - - 9 9 1 - -
Ra pe 2 3 7 - 7 5 -6 3 2
Sl a nde r 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Sodomy (Bug ge ry ) - - 3 - - 1 - -
The ft 6 3 6 3 6 6 7 7
The ft, Pe tty 3 2 5 2 4 3 5 6
Tre a son 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10
Tre a son, Pe tty 5 8 4 6 2 7 10 6
Tre spa ssi ng 1 1 1 2 2 1 3 3
Va gra nc y 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Whori ng - - 3 - 3 - - -
Wi tc hc ra ft 5 9 9 - - 7 5 -

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Crime and Punishment Arson
Crimes are listed below and defined. The Arson is the willful and malicious burning
corresponding punishments are organized by race of any building, structure, or property of another
per crime. character. If a character attempts to burn a struc-
ture, then they are considered guilty whether it burns
or not.
Bugbear: Criminals worth less than 100 s.p.
Adultery
are burned at the stake. Criminals worth between
Adultery is voluntary sexual intercourse be-
100-1,000 s.p. must repay thrice the damages. Crimi-
tween a married character and another character
nals worth more than 1,000 s.p. must pay repara-
different than their spouse, and without the con-
tions or repair the building.
sent of the spouse.
Dwarf, Black: 1 arm is cut-off at the elbow
Bugbear: Adulterers are forced to publicly
with a footman’s battle axe.
beg their wives for forgiveness. This is an unusually
Dwarf, White: The criminal is banished.
cruel punishment for a male bugbear. The wronged
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden
wife may ask to divorce the adulterer upon a second
sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals
occurence; officials frequently approve the request.
are beaten to death by their immediate family.
Adultresses are subject to any punishment decided
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are spanked
by their husband, including death. The usual and
and forbidden from playing pranks and making mu-
popular punishment is to burn their vaginal lips and
sic for 1d10 years, while older criminals are starved

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sew them together, thereby sealing the orifice so
to death.
the crime can never be committed again. If her lips
Human: Slaves, peasants, and serfs are
are sewn together, then she is usually pardoned for
hanged. Noble and royal characters are beheaded.
her crime. If it happens again, then the lips of her
Kobold: The criminal is killed, if a slave.
mouth may be sewn together as well.
Otherwise, the criminal becomes a slave for life if a
Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck in the
peasant, for 1d10 years if a serf, 1d6 years if nobil-
crotch with a footman’s war hammer.
ity, and 1d4 years if royalty.
Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined 1d100
Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is
g.p.
burned, ranging from slightly to fatally, according
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden
to the severity of the crime.
sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals
are beaten to death by their immediate family.
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are spanked
and forbidden from playing pranks and making mu-
sic for 1d10 years, while older criminals are starved
to death.
Human: Slaves are castrated. Peasants are
publicly whipped 2d10 times. Serfs, nobility, or roy-
alty are fined 2d100 s.p. The female may be sen-
tenced to work at the local brothel for 1d100 days.
Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants
1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4.
Troll, Subterranean: Males are castrated.
Females have Seal Orifice cast on their vagina and/
or anus.

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 Assault Assault in Palace, Court, or Church
Assault is a violent attack with or without Assault is a violent attack with or without
weapons. weapons. If committed in a palace, court, or church,
Bugbear: Criminals must pay 1 s.p. per LP then the assault is considered more serious.
damaged. If the criminal cannot afford to pay, then Bugbear: Criminals worth less than 100 s.p.
they are beaten for twice the number of LP taken. are fined 3 s.p. per LP done in damage. Criminals
Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck on the worth between 100-1,000 s.p. are fined 5 s.p. per LP
most offending hand with a footman’s war hammer. done in damage. Criminals worth more than 1,000
Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p. are fined 10 s.p. per LP done in damage.
g.p. Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck on
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden both hands and shoulders with a footman’s war ham-
sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals mer.
are beaten to death by their immediate family. Dwarf, White: The criminal is banished.
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid- Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10 sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals
years, while older criminals are starved to death. are beaten to death by their immediate family.
Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p. Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid-
The criminal of vicious assault is blinded. den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10
Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants years, while older criminals are starved to death.
1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4. Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p. and
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Troll, Subterranean: The criminal becomes blinded.

a gladiator for 1d10 years. Kobold: The criminal is killed, if a slave.
Otherwise, the criminal becomes a slave for life if a
peasant, for 1d10 years if a serf, 1d6 years if nobil-
ity, and 1d4 years if royalty.
Troll, Subterranean: The criminal becomes
a gladiator for 1d100 years.

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 Assault in Victim’s Home Blasphemy
Assault is a violent attack with or without Blasphemy is irreverence that is vocalized
weapons. If committed in the home of the victim, or otherwise expressed toward the local god or gods
then the assault is considered more serious than if worshipped by local characters.
committed on neutral ground. Bugbear: Criminals are beaten for public
Bugbear: Criminals worth less than 100 s.p. entertainment, and must publicly denounce their
are fined 3 s.p. per LP done in damage. Criminals beliefs or perish.
worth between 100-1,000 s.p. are fined 5 s.p. per LP Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck on the
done in damage. Criminals worth more than 1,000 front teeth with a footman’s war hammer.
s.p. are fined 10 s.p. per LP done in damage. Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined 1d100
Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck on g.p.
both hands with a footman’s war hammer. Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden
Dwarf, White: The criminal is banished. sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden are beaten to death by their immediate family.
sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid-
are beaten to death by their immediate family. den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid- years, while older criminals are starved to death.
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10 Human: The criminal is either fined 1d100
years, while older criminals are starved to death. s.p. or their tongue is removed, depending on the
Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p. and severity of the blasphemous remark.

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blinded. Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants
Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants 1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4.
1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4. Troll, Subterranean: The tongue is cut out
Troll, Subterranean: The criminal becomes of the criminal.
a gladiator for 1d100 years.

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 Breaking and Entering Burglary
Breaking and entering occurs when a char- Burglary is the act of illegally breaking into
acter forces unwelcome entry into a building or lo- a building, especially with the intent to steal. This
cation that has a closed or locked door, window, or crime is a more serious version of breaking and en-
other portal. This crime is a more serious version tering, which in turn is more serious than trespass-
of trespassing. ing.
Bugbear: Criminals worth less than 100 s.p. Bugbear: Criminals worth less than 100 s.p.
have their tailbones broken and rectums entered with become slaves for the plaintiff, repaying 4 s.p. per
a sledge. Criminals worth between 100-1,000 s.p. day until 5 times the debt is repaid. Burglars who
have their tailbones broken. Criminals worth more refuse slavery or are unable to work are killed upon
than 1,000 s.p. are chastised severely. sentencing. Criminals worth between 100-1,000 s.p.
Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck on become slaves for the plaintiff, repaying 10 s.p. per
both ankles with a footman’s war hammer. day until twice the debt is repaid. Criminals worth
Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined 1d100 more than 1,000 s.p. are chastised severely and must
g.p. repay their debt.
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden Dwarf, Black: The hands and feet are cut
sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals off with a footman’s battle axe.
are beaten to death by their immediate family. Dwarf, White: The criminal is banished.
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid- Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10 sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals
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years, while older criminals are starved to death. are beaten to death by their immediate family.
Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p. Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid-
Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10
1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4. years, while older criminals are starved to death.
Troll, Subterranean: The home of the Human: Slaves, peasants, and serfs are
criminal is destroyed and all possessions ruined or hanged. Noble and royal characters are beheaded.
stolen. Finally, the criminal is beaten. Kobold: The criminal is killed, if a slave.
Otherwise, the criminal becomes a slave for life if a
peasant, for 1d10 years if a serf, 1d6 years if nobil-
ity, and 1d4 years if royalty.
Troll, Subterranean: The home of the
criminal is destroyed and all possessions ruined or
stolen. Finally, 1 limb of the criminal is maimed.

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 Counterfeiting Covetous Eyes
To counterfeit is to endeavor or succeed in When a character desires to have the prop-
having the appearance or characteristics of some- erty of another, usually a wife, looks at the object
thing. Most often, counterfeiting relates to false cur- of desire, and the look is noticed by the owner of
rency. the property, then the character has covetous eyes.
Bugbear: Criminals worth less than 100 s.p. To qualify, the look must have a longer duration than
are killed upon sentencing. Criminals worth between appropriate or normal, or the object of gaze must
100-1,000 s.p. are forced into a forge and killed. be suggestive of desire, such as breasts or rumps.
Criminals worth more than 1,000 s.p. have their as- Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck on 1
sets liquidated and must watch it all be auctioned. eye with a footman’s war hammer.
Dwarf, Black: The fingers are cut off with Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined 1d10
a footman’s battle axe. g.p.
Dwarf, White: The criminal is banished. Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p.
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants
sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals 1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4.
are beaten to death by their immediate family. All Troll, Subterranean: An eyeball is plucked
worldly possessions are confiscated by the govern- from the criminal and eaten by the plaintiff.
ment.
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid-
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10

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years, while older criminals are starved to death. All
worldly possessions are confiscated by the govern-
ment.
Human: Slaves, peasants, and serfs are
hanged. Noble and royal characters are beheaded.
Kobold: The criminal is killed, if a slave.
Otherwise, the criminal becomes a slave for life if a
peasant, for 1d10 years if a serf, 1d6 years if nobil-
ity, and 1d4 years if royalty.
Troll, Subterranean: The face of the crimi-
nal is disfigured.

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 Debt Dishonest Merchant
If a character owes money to another char- Any merchant who is dishonest or not forth-
acter or their government and is unable to pay their right about their goods is a considered a criminal
debt, then a character must be punished for the crime for being a dishonest merchant.
of not being able to properly pay their debt. Bugbear: Criminals worth less than 100 s.p.
Bugbear: Criminals worth less than 100 s.p. are forced for 1d10 years to grant free goods to the
are forced to work off their debt as slaves; this is plaintiff and their families for personal use only.
considered to repay 1 s.p. per month. Criminals Criminals worth between 100-1,000 s.p. are forced
worth between 100-1,000 s.p. are forced to work for 1d10 years to grant free goods to the plaintiff
off their debt as slaves; this is considered to repay 1 for personal use only. Criminals worth more than
s.p. per week. Criminals worth more than 1,000 s.p. 1,000 s.p. are forced for 1d4 years to grant free goods
are forced to work off their debt as slaves; this is to the plaintiff for personal use only.
considered to repay 1 s.p. per day. In all cases, the Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck on each
criminal may negotiate with the plaintiff to pay by palm with a footman’s war hammer.
other means. Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined 2d100
Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck on a g.p.
hip with a footman’s war hammer. Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden
Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined an ad- sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals
ditional 1d10 g.p for each g.p. owed. are beaten to death by their immediate family.
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid-
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sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10
are beaten to death by their immediate family. years, while older criminals are starved to death.
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid- Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p.
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10 Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants
years, while older criminals are starved to death. 1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4.
Human: The criminal is fined 1d10 s.p. for Troll, Subterranean: The criminal may be
each s.p. owed. beaten for 1d10 hours by the plaintiff.
Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants
1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4.
Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is for-
ever forbidden from owning currency.

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 Drawing Blood Extortion
If blood is drawn against the will of a char- Extortion is the act of obtaining from an
acter, usually by violence, then the crime of draw- unwilling or reluctant character by physical force,
ing blood has been committed. Intimidation, or the abuse of legal or official au-
Bugbear: Criminals must pay 1 s.p. per LP thority. If extortion is attempted but nothing is
damaged. If the criminal cannot afford to pay, then obtained, then the crime is usually considered issu-
they are beaten for twice the number of LP taken. ing a threat.
Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck on Bugbear: Criminals worth less than 100 s.p.
both hands and knees with a footman’s war ham- must repay what was extorted by 5 times. Criminals
mer. worth between 100-1,000 s.p. must repay what was
Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined 1d100 extorted twice. Criminals worth more than 1,000
g.p. s.p. must repay what was extorted and are publicly
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden chastised.
sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck in the
are beaten to death by their immediate family. middle of the back with a footman’s war hammer.
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid- Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined 1d100
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10 g.p. and must repay the victim twofold.
years, while older criminals are starved to death. Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden
Human: The criminal is fined 2d100 s.p. If sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals
the blood was drawn intentionally, then the crimi- are beaten to death by their immediate family.

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nal is also blinded. Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid-
Kobold: The criminal is killed, if a slave. den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10
Otherwise, the criminal becomes a slave for life if a years, while older criminals are starved to death.
peasant, for 1d10 years if a serf, 1d6 years if nobil- Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p. and
ity, and 1d4 years if royalty. must repay the victim twofold.
Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is forced Kobold: The criminal is killed, if a slave.
to enter a gladiatorial arena. Otherwise, the criminal becomes a slave for life if a
peasant, for 1d10 years if a serf, 1d6 years if nobil-
ity, and 1d4 years if royalty.
Troll, Subterranean: The criminal becomes
the slave of the plaintiff.

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 Failure to Pay Rent False Weights and Measures
Failure to pay rent is a special form of debt, Any time a weight or measure is altered or
considered separately due to its frequency. Any char- reported falsely, a character is guilty of this crime.
acter who fails to pay their rent, is subject to pun- This crime is often committed when coins or bul-
ishment. lion (bars of precious metal) is underweight, which
Bugbear: Bugbears always pay rent in ad- may indicate inferior metal due to an improper al-
vance, so this is never a crime. However, if rent is loy.
not paid in advance, then the bugbear is evicted Bugbear: Criminals worth less than 100 s.p.
immediately. are starved to death, their weight becomes so false,
Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck on a they die. Criminals worth between 100-1,000 s.p.
big toe with a footman’s war hammer. are starved nearly to death and forced to remain
Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined 1 g.p. severely undernourished for 1d10 years. Criminals
for each s.p. owed. worth more than 1,000 s.p. are publicly chastised
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden while they are weighed daily; these criminals must
sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals lose 2 lbs. per week for 1d10 weeks. If a criminal
are beaten to death by their immediate family. fails to lose weight, then they will be imprisoned
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid- and starved until they lose it.
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10 Dwarf, Black: The fingers and toes are cut
years, while older criminals are starved to death. off with a footman’s battle axe.
Human: The criminal is fined 1 s.p. for each Dwarf, White: The criminal is banished.
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s.p. owed, and the landlord is permitted to publicly Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden
flog the criminal 2d10 lashes. sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals
Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants are beaten to death by their immediate family.
1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4. Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid-
Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is beaten den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10
for 1d10 hours by the plaintiff. years, while older criminals are starved to death.
Human: Slaves, peasants, and serfs are
hanged. Noble and royal characters are beheaded.
Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants
1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4.
Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is beaten
with measuring instruments for 1d10 hours.

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 Gambling Heresy
Gambling is the illegal act of playing a game Heresy is adherence to a religious opinion
and consciously risking money or other stakes on that is contrary to an established dogma of a local
its outcome. church. The opinion does not need to be vocalized
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden or expressed such as with blasphemy.
sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals Bugbear: Criminals worth less than 100 s.p.
are beaten to death by their immediate family. are tortured publicly until they renounce their be-
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid- liefs and convert; if they resist, then they are thrown
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10 into a pit of vermin, mostly large rats, until killed.
years, while older criminals are starved to death. Criminals worth between 100-1,000 s.p. are tortured
Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p. publicly until they renounce their beliefs and con-
Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants vert; if they resist, then they are thrown into a pit
1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4. of fire ants. Criminals worth more than 1,000 s.p.
Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is forced are whipped publicly until they renounce their be-
to enter a gladiatorial arena. liefs and convert, starve, or die.
Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck on the
forehead with a footman’s war hammer.
Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined 1d100
g.p.
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden

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sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals
are beaten to death by their immediate family.
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid-
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10
years, while older criminals are starved to death.
Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p.
Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants
1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4.
Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is forced
to enter a gladiatorial arena.

Homosexuality
Homosexuality is an atypical sexuality char-
acterized by a manifest sexual desire toward a mem-
ber of the character’s own sex.
Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p.
Kobold: Female homosexuality is legal and
often encouraged. Male homosexuality is a crime.
Slaves are dismembered and burned. Peasants, serfs,
and nobles are castrated and become slaves for 1d100
years. Royalty disappears without a trace and no
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 Ignoring a Crime Incest
Ignoring a crime occurs when a character Incest is a crime of sexual intercourse or
sees or hears a crime being committed, such as when interbreeding between closely related characters.
signaled by a victim’s cry. Any character who sees Examples include father and daughter, mother and
or hears a crime being committed or having just been son, brother and sister, and between 1st cousins.
committed is obligated by law to act to restrain or Bugbear: Criminals who have penetrating
subdue the criminal, or at least alert other charac- sexual intercourse are hanged together in the same
ters to the crime. noose. Criminals who have sex without penetra-
Bugbear: Criminals worth less than 100 s.p. tion, such as frottage, must be publicly tortured un-
are imprisoned and ignored for 1d100 years. Crimi- til they apologize to their family and community.
nals worth between 100-1,000 s.p. are imprisoned Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck on
and ignored for 1d10 years. Criminals worth more both testes or breasts with a footman’s war ham-
than 1,000 s.p. are imprisoned and ignored for 1d10 mer.
months. Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined 1d100
Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck on 1 g.p.
ear with a footman’s war hammer. Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid-
Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined 1d10 den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10
g.p. years, while older criminals are starved to death.
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p.
sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants
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are beaten to death by their immediate family. 1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4.
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid- Troll, Subterranean: Together, the crimi-
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10 nals are forced to enter a gladiatorial arena and fight
years, while older criminals are starved to death. to the death against each other.
Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p.
Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants
1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4.
Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is forced
to enter a gladiatorial arena.

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 Issuing a Threat Kidnapping
Issuing a threat occurs anytime a character Kidnapping is the act of stealing, abduct-
verbally promises or announces an intended pun- ing, or carrying away a character by force or fraud
ishment, reprisal, or other distress to another char- often with a demand for ransom.
acter. Bugbear: Kidnappers are blindfolded,
Bugbear: Criminals worth less than 100 s.p. bound, beaten, and abandoned in the wilderness.
are beaten for 1d10 hours. Criminals worth between Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck in the
100-1,000 s.p. are beaten for 1d10 minutes. Crimi- middle of each forearm with a footman’s war ham-
nals worth more than 1,000 s.p. are fined 1d100 s.p. mer.
Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck on Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined 1d100
their braced tongue with a footman’s war hammer. g.p.
Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined 1d10 Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden
g.p. sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden are beaten to death by their immediate family.
sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid-
are beaten to death by their immediate family. den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid- years, while older criminals are starved to death.
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10 Human: Slaves, peasants, and serfs are
years, while older criminals are starved to death. hanged. Noble and royal characters are beheaded.
Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p. Kobold: The criminal is killed, if a slave.

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Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants Otherwise, the criminal becomes a slave for life if a
1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4. peasant, for 1d10 years if a serf, 1d6 years if nobil-
Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is forced ity, and 1d4 years if royalty.
to enter a gladiatorial arena. Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is forced
to enter a gladiatorial arena.

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 Libel Lycanthropy
Libel is a written attack or defamation that Lycanthropy is a state in which a character
conveys an unjustly, unfavorable impression against magically assumes the characteristics of a wolf or
a character. The victimized character is usually ex- other predatory animal.
posed to public hatred, contempt, or ridicule. Bugbear: Lycanthropes are fed to the
Bugbear: Criminals must publicly apologize wolves (or appropriate animal) for public entertain-
and correct their libelous work. If a character is ment.
guilty of libel again, then their hands are cut off so Dwarf, Black: The head is cut off with a
that they can no longer commit libel. footman’s battle axe.
Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck on all Dwarf, White: The criminal is beheaded
fingers of their writing hand with a footman’s war with a footman’s battle axe.
hammer. Elf, Dark: All lycanthropes are beaten to
Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined 1d100 death.
g.p. Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid-
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10
sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals years, while older criminals are starved to death.
are beaten to death by their immediate family. Human: The criminal is burned alive at the
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid- stake.
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10 Kobold: The criminal is killed.
years, while older criminals are starved to death. Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is killed.
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Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p.

Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants
1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4.
Troll, Subterranean: The writing hand of
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 Murder Mass Murder
Murder is the willful, unlawful, and premedi- Mass murder is the willful and unlawful kill-
tated killing of a character. ing of multiple characters.
Bugbear: Criminals worth less than or equal Bugbear: Criminals worth less than or equal
to 1,000 s.p. are tortured and killed. Criminals worth to 1,000 s.p. are tortured and killed. Criminals worth
more than 1,000 s.p. are forced to pay reparations more than 1,000 s.p. are forced to pay reparations
to the family of the victim equal to the annual in- to the family of the victim equal to the annual in-
come of the victim. If payment cannot be afforded, come of the victim. If payment cannot be afforded,
then the family of the victim may kill the criminal then the family of the victim may kill the criminal
by any method deemed appropriate. by any method deemed appropriate.
Dwarf, Black: The head is cut off with a Dwarf, Black: The body is dismembered
footman’s battle axe. with a footman’s battle axe.
Dwarf, White: The criminal is banished. Dwarf, White: The criminal is banished.
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are beaten to Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are beaten to
death by the family of the victim, while older crimi- death by the families of the victims, while older
nals are beaten to death by their immediate family. criminals are beaten to death by their immediate
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are banished, family.
while older criminals are starved to death. Elf, Light: Criminals are starved to death.
Human: Slaves, peasants, and serfs are Human: The criminal is hanged, regardless
hanged. Noble and royal characters are beheaded. of social class.

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Kobold: The criminal is killed, if a slave. Kobold: The criminal is killed.
Otherwise, the criminal becomes a slave for life if a Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is forced
peasant, for 1d10 years if a serf, 1d6 years if nobil- to enter a gladiatorial arena.
ity, and 1d4 years if royalty.
Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is forced
to enter a gladiatorial arena.

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 Perjury Pimping
Perjury is the voluntary violation of an oath Pimping is the act of pandering or offering
or vow either by swearing an untruth or by omis- a whore to others. The pimp cohabits with the
sion to do what has been promised under oath. whore and lives off her earnings, and often solicits
Bugbear: Criminals worth 1,000 s.p. or less for her.
have their tongues cut out so they can no longer Bugbear: Although bugbears have no legal
commit perjury. Criminals worth more than 1,000 issues with whores, it is illegal for a husband to pimp
s.p. must pay 100 s.p. per point of severity of the his wife. If a husband pimps his wife, then he is
crime for which the perjurer is in court. publicly chastised.
Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck on Dwarf, White: The criminal is banished.
their braced tongue with a footman’s war hammer. Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid-
Dwarf, White: The criminal is banished. den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden years, while older criminals are starved to death.
sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p.
are beaten to death by their immediate family. Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid- 1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4.
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10
years, while older criminals are starved to death.
Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p. Poaching
Kobold: The criminal is killed, if a slave. Poaching is the act of taking game or fish
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Otherwise, the criminal becomes a slave for life if a by illegal methods.

peasant, for 1d10 years if a serf, 1d6 years if nobil- Bugbear: See theft or petty theft.
ity, and 1d4 years if royalty. Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are tortured
Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is beaten for 1d10 years, while older criminals are beaten to
to death by their best friend. death by their immediate family.
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid-
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10
years, while older criminals are starved to death.
Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p.

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 Rape mediately. Imprisonment for rape consists of flog-
Rape is illicit sexual intercourse without the ging, unless the rapist is an outsider, in which case
consent of the victim and conducted with force, the rapist is banished. When freed from imprison-
duress, Intimidation, or deception as to the nature ment, a rapist is not considered criminal or bad.
of the act. The social reaction to rape is rarely favor-
Bugbear: Criminals worth less than 100 s.p. able to the victim. The human victims of gang rape
must wear a chastity belt for 1d10 weeks. Criminals are age 15-33. Child rape is rare. The rape of a
worth between 100-1,000 s.p. must wear a chastity child under the age of 14 or 15 is considered a seri-
belt for 1d10 days. Criminals worth more than 1,000 ous crime, even though the female could marry at
s.p. are chastised publicly and must apologize to the age 12. The victim loses her good name in almost
victim. all cases, and encounters difficulty in regaining her
Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck on the place in society and family. If the victim of rape is
erect Manhood with a footman’s war hammer. single, then fewer males desire her as a wife. If she
Dwarf, White: The criminal is banished. is married, then her husband may abandon her.
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are castrated, Priests comprise 20% of the clientele at pri-
while older criminals are beaten to death by their vate brothels and public baths. Some priests are
immediate family. even members of nightly gang rapes. The victim
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid- of gang rape almost never accuses them of com-
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10 mitting sodomy.
years, while older criminals are starved to death. Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants

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Human: In an average community, an aver- 1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4.
age of 20 rapes occur annually. In 80% of cases, Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is kneed
rapes are committed by between 2-15 characters. in the groin by the plaintiff until satisfied with jus-
They force the female’s door at night, do not dis- tice.
guise themselves, and either rape1 the victim in her
home and in the presence of terrorized witnesses,
or drag her through the streets into 1 of their houses,
where they have their pleasure all night long. In
80% of cases, the neighbors do not intervene. Al-
most all rapes involve extreme brutality, though they
never attempt to wound or kill her. The rapists come
from all levels of society, but the majority are arti-
sans and laborers. Less than 10% of rapes occur by
ruffians. In 50% of cases, human rapists are be-
tween 18-24 years old. The group is composed, on
average, of 6 characters. Only 20% of rapes are
committed by a group of more than 9 characters.
Half the male youth participate at least once in gang
rape. Sexual violence is an everyday dimension of
community life. There tends to be less in smaller
communities such as hamlets and more in larger
communities such as cities.
If identified, rapists are imprisoned for
weeks, though no more than a month. If the vic-
tim withdraws the complaint, the rapist is freed im-
1. Information on medieval rape was referenced from Rossiaud’s Medieval Prostitution. For more information, see the
References section at the end of this book.

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 Slander Theft
Slander is a malicious utterance of false Theft is the act of taking personal property
charges or misrepresentations that defame and dam- with the intent to deprive the rightful owner of it.
age reputation regarding a character. To qualify as theft, more than 12 s.p. or equivalent
Bugbear: Criminals must apologize publiclyvalue must be stolen.
and renounce their slander. If a character is con- Bugbear: Criminals worth less than or equal
victed of slander again, then their tongue is removed.
to 1,000 s.p. are stripped of all possessions, beaten,
Dwarf, Black: The criminal is struck on and banished. Criminals worth more than 1,000 s.p.
their braced tongue with a footman’s war hammer. are stripped of all possessions, beaten, and chas-
Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined 1d10 tised publicly.
g.p., and must make a public apology. Dwarf, Black: The hands of the criminal
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbiddenare struck with a footman’s war hammer, and the
sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals
victim must be repaid twofold.
are beaten to death by their immediate family. Dwarf, White: The criminal is banished.
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid- Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10 sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals
years, while older criminals are starved to death. are beaten to death by their immediate family.
Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p. Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid-
Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10
1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4. years, while older criminals are starved to death.
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Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is beaten Human: Slaves, peasants, and serfs are
publicly by the plaintiff until satisfied with justice.
hanged. Noble and royal characters are beheaded.
Kobold: The criminal is killed, if a slave.
Otherwise, the criminal becomes a slave for life if a
Sodomy (Buggery) peasant, for 1d10 years if a serf, 1d6 years if nobil-
Sodomy is the penetration of the Manhood ity, and 1d4 years if royalty.
into the mouth or anus of another character. Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is forced
Bugbear: In bugbear society, unnatural to enter a gladiatorial arena and will be attacked un-
sexual acts are considered buggery, but are legal. til dead.
Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined 1d10
g.p for oral sex, 2d10 for anal.
Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p.

VIM.LICET.APPELLES.
GRATA.EST.VIS.ISTA.PUELLIS.
QUOD.IUVAT.INVITAE.
SAEPE.DEDISSE.VOLUNT

Some force is permissible:

women are often pleased
By force, and like what they’re
giving to be seized.

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 Theft, Petty Treason
Petty theft is the act of taking personal prop- Treason is any attempt by overt acts to over-
erty with the intent to deprive the rightful owner of throw the government of the state to which the
it. To qualify as petty theft, no more than 12 s.p. or traitor owes allegiance, or to act against a member
equivalent value must be stolen. of the government with the intention of injury or
Bugbear: Criminals worth less than 100 s.p. death.
become slaves and repay 1 s.p. per week. Criminals Bugbear: Criminals worth less than or equal
worth between 100-1,000 s.p. become slaves and to 1,000 s.p. are boiled in oil and fed to animals.
repay 1 s.p. per day. Criminals worth more than Criminals worth more than 1,000 s.p. have their as-
1,000 s.p. are chastised publicly. sets seized by the government. Wealthy traitors have
Dwarf, Black: 1 hand of the criminal is their hands cut off, tongue cut out, knees broken,
struck with a footman’s war hammer, and the victim so that they cannot write, speak, or run. Finally,
must be repaid threefold. wealthy traitors are chastised publicly.
Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined 1d10 Dwarf, Black: The body is publicly dismem-
g.p. for each s.p. stolen. bered with footman’s battle axes.
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden Dwarf, White: The criminal is beheaded
sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals with a footman’s battle axe.
are beaten to death by their immediate family. Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are beaten to
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid- death by officials, while older criminals are beaten
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10 to death by their immediate family.

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years, while older criminals are starved to death. Elf, Light: Younger criminals are banished,
Human: The criminal has their thumb cut while older criminals are starved to death.
off, is fined 1d100 s.p., and the victim must be re- Human: The criminal is drawn and quar-
paid twofold. tered. Each limb is tied to a separate horse. The 4
Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants horses are startled, run away from the criminal, and
1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4. each remove a limb. Eventually, the limbless crimi-
Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is forced nal dies. If the act of treason was minimal, then the
to enter a gladiatorial arena, and will continue 1 fight criminal may be only blinded.
per day until the plaintiff has won the money back Kobold: The criminal is killed, if a slave.
by betting or the criminal dies. Otherwise, the criminal becomes a slave for life if a
peasant, for 1d10 years if a serf, 1d6 years if nobil-
ity, and 1d4 years if royalty.
Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is hung
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 Treason, Petty Trespassing
Petty treason is any act of a slave or appren- Less of a crime than breaking and entering,
tice against their master, mistress, or family thereof. trespassing is to enter illegally upon the land of an-
Bugbear: Criminals worth less than 100 s.p. other character.
are beaten by the master or mistress until satisfied Bugbear: If the court believes the charac-
of justice. Criminals worth between 100-1,000 s.p. ter trespassed unknowingly, then the criminal is chas-
become a slave to the master or mistress for 1d10 tised publicly. Otherwise, the criminal has an ankle
years. Criminals worth more than 1,000 s.p. are chas- broken. If a non-bugbear trespasses into a com-
tised publicly. Slaves in subjecting facilities are not munity bugbears, then the trespasser becomes a slave
protected under bugbear law, especially if they com- in the local subjecting facility.
mit a crime. The facility commander may do any- Dwarf, Black: The kneecaps of the crimi-
thing he pleases with them. nal are struck with a footman’s war hammer. If a
Dwarf, Black: The slave or apprentice is character trespasses into a community of black
beheaded with a footman’s battle axe, and the blow dwarves, then the trespasser is killed so that others
is dealt by the offended master. cannot learn of the location of the community.
Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined 1d10 Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined 1d10
g.p. g.p. If a character trespasses into a community of
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are beaten to white dwarves, then the trespasser is imprisoned for
death by their master or mistress, while older crimi- life so that others cannot learn of the location of
nals are beaten to death by their immediate family. the community.
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Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid- Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10 sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals
years, while older criminals are starved to death. are beaten to death by their immediate family. Hu-
Human: The slave or apprentice is publicly manoids who trespass into a dark elven community
flogged for 2d10 lashes. are beheaded.
Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid-
1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4. den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10
Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is beaten years, while older criminals are starved to death. If
by the master or mistress until satisfied with justice. an unwelcome non-elf trespasses into a light elven
community, then the trespasser is encouraged to
leave and possessions will probably be stolen.
Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p.
Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants
1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4. If a
non-kobold character trespasses into a community
of kobolds or their mines, then the trespasser will
become a slave of the kobolds, though they may be
killed as well.
Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is forced
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 Vagrancy Witchcraft
Vagrancy is when a character has no estab- Witchcraft is the illegal use of sorcery.
lished residence and wanders idly from place to place Bugbear: In bugbear society, all sorcerers
without legal support. must register with the government. It is legal to
Bugbear: Criminals become a slave to the cast any spell that does not harm or impede an-
government for 1d10 years. other member of the community. Unregistered
Dwarf, Black: The rump of the criminal is criminals are sentenced and immediately beaten to
struck with a footman’s war hammer. death. Criminals who are registered, but misuse their
Dwarf, White: The criminal is banished. spells, are subject to the punishment of the crime
Elf, Dark: Younger criminals are forbidden committed. If no other crime is committed, then
sexual relations for 1d10 years, while older criminals the criminal is beheaded.
are beaten to death by their immediate family. Dwarf, Black: Sorcery is never legal. The
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid- criminal is beheaded with a footman’s battle axe.
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10 Dwarf, White: Sorcery is never legal. The
years, while older criminals are starved to death. criminal is banished.
Human: The criminal is fined 1d100 s.p. Human: Sorcery is never legal. The crimi-
Those who cannot pay, or are repeat offenders, are nal is often raped, then burned alive.
banished. Kobold: It is legal for a priest to cast spells
Kobold: Slaves are fined 1d12 s.p., peasants that do not harm or impede another member of
1d10, serfs 1d8, nobility 1d6, and royalty 1d4. the community. All other practicing sorcerers are

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Troll, Subterranean: The criminal is forced considered criminals. The criminal is killed, if a slave.
to enter a gladiatorial arena. Otherwise, the criminal becomes a slave for life if a
peasant, for 1d10 years if a serf, 1d6 years if nobil-
ity, and 1d4 years if royalty.
Whoring
Whoring is when a whore solicits or has
sexual intercourse with a character who will pay, or
has paid, for her services.
Dwarf, White: The criminal is fined for 10
times the price paid to the whore.
Elf, Light: Younger criminals are forbid-
den from playing pranks and making music for 1d10
years, while older criminals are starved to death.

TU.SCRONIUM.ES

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 Recipes Gingerbrede
A recipe is a formula for cooking or prepar- Ingredients: breadcrumbs, cloves, ginger, honey,
ing something to be eaten or drunk. Herein, a recipe pepper, and sugar
is a list of ingredients and possibly some notes about Instructions: Boil honey, then stir in breadcrumbs
how to cook or prepare food or drink. Recipes do until evenly mixed. Remove from the heat
not include information about quantities of ingre- and stir in ginger and pepper. Let it cool.
dients, optimal cooking temperature, or time. These Then, knead it to evenly distribute the spices.
variables are left to be determined by each cook to Put it in a box and sprinkle sugar and cloves
their preference. Ingredients below are listed al- around the edge. Allow the clove flavor to
phabetically. permeate the bread, but do not eat the cloves
with it.

Aliter Dulcia In Mitulis

Ingredients: Coarsely ground nuts, coarsely ground Ingredients: Cumin, fresh sea mussels, finely
stone-pine kernels, eggs, ground pepper, minced leek, salt, water, and white wine
honey, milk, minced rue, and sweet wine Instructions: Water the fresh sea mussels, then
sauce clean them. Mix salt, wine, water, and spices.
Instructions: Mesh the pepper, pine kernels, honey, Boil the broth, then add the fresh sea mus-
rue, and sweet wine sauce with milk and eggs, sels. Boil until ready.
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and then boil the dough. Serve topped with

honey and sprinkled with pepper. Makke
Ingredients: beans, onions, salt, and wine
Dulcia Domestica Instructions: Soak the beans overnight then sim-
Ingredients: Coarsely ground nuts or stone-pine mer until tender. Drain the beans. Heat
kernels, fresh or dried dates, and salted honey wine and add to the beans. Finely chop
or red wine with honey onions. Upon each dish, apply cooked on-
Instructions: First, remove the stones from the ions over it.
dates and fill them with nuts or stone-pine
kernels. Sprinkle some salt on the filled dates Mustacei
and stew them in honey or honey-sweetened Ingredients: anise seeds, bay leaves, cumin seeds,
red wine. The dates must be cooked on low grape juice or young wine, lard, grated sheep
heat until their paring begins to come off. cheese, and wheat flour
Instructions: Pour some young wine over the
Fabaciae Virides Et Baianae wheat, flour, lard, and cheese. Add anise
Ingredients: cumin seeds, minced branch of leek, and cumin seeds. Work them together until
minced coriander leaves, oil, salted wine, soy- dough results, producing several rolls. Then
beans with pod or green beans bake each roll.
Instructions: Cook the beans with the salted wine,
oil, leek, and spices. Serve. Ova Sfongia Ex Lacte
Ingredients: Eggs, honey, milk, oil, and pepper
Instructions: Mix eggs, milk, and oil until a
pancake-like dough results. Fry the dough
in a pan and serve topped with honey and
pepper.

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 Rapes in Potage Tiropatinam
Ingredients: chicken broth, ginger, onions, rapes Ingredients: Eggs, ground pepper, honey, and milk
(turnips), saffron, salt, and sugar Instructions: Sweeten the milk by adding honey.
Instructions: Wash, peel, and quarter the rapes Then, add eggs and mix together until
(turnips). Cover the rapes with boiling wa- smooth. Cook with low heat until stiff. Fi-
ter. Mince the onions. Drain the rapes and nally, sprinkle pepper on it and serve.
put them with chicken broth and onions in
a pot. Bring this to a boil. Add saffron and White Pudding
seasonings to the potage. Cook until the Ingredients: Breadcrumbs, butter, eggs, milk,
rapes are soft to the touch with a serving and saffron
fork. Instructions: Beat eggs, add milk, and beat
again. Grind saffron and add to milk and
eggs. Add breadcrumbs. Apply heat, put in
a dish, and add butter.

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 Chapter 7: Occupation
Chapter 7: Occupation

At the age of 10, most humans begin to learn Aedile. As a general rule of estimation, the occupa-
an occupation. Bugbears begin at 12, dwarves at 24, tional level of a character equals the square root of
elves at puberty, kobolds at 6, ogres at 18, and trolls the number of years of experience in the occupa-
at 13. This chapter explicates the various occupa- tion. Slaves and peasants are not free, so their mas-
tions available. If a character is older than the age ter or lord will not allow them to change their occu-
listed above, then their occupation must be deter- pation. Serfs and nobility, however, are free to aban-
mined randomly according to their Social Class (see don their current occupation at any time and begin
Chap. 6: Sociality). If a character is equal to or younger another.
than the age listed above, then the player may choose If a character is a slave, then avoid the fol-
an occupation for their character. The most popu- lowing tables and proceed directly to the occupa-
lar choice for a player is an adventuring occupation, tion. If a character is free and considers changing
such as an assassin or mercenary. Historically, most occupations, then the player must consult with the
simply chose the same occupation as their parents. Aedile. Some occupations are available only in cer-
Royal occupations are always determined randomly. tain sizes of communities. For example, it is impos-
If a character begins with previous experience in an sible to be a baron in a hamlet. Consider Social
occupation, then the player may opt to change the Class, and consult the following tables. All occupa-
occupation at any time. However, up until that point, tions are listed alphabetically after guilds and the
Advancement Points must be determined by the tables based on Social Class.

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Guilds Journeyman or Journeywoman
Hundreds of occupations exist. Human A journeyman or jouneywoman is a charac-
society gradually developed a means of organizing ter who has completed an apprenticeship or is oth-
most occupations. A guild1 is a governing body for erwise recognized as competent at an occupation.
an occupation or group of occupations. Histori- Where a guild exists for a given occupation in a com-
cally, alternative names for a guild have been a col- munity, a journeyman must be a member of the guild
lege, fraternity, and brotherhood. All guilds are to work legally at their occupation. However, jour-
owned by the king, though much regulation is inter- neymen are not fully members, since they cannot
nal as well as mandated royally. All members of a employ their own apprentices. Most journeymen
guild are either an apprentice, journeyman or negotiate their daily wage in their employment con-
journeywoman, master or mistress, or guild official. tracts, though they are hired usually for months and
collect their pay weekly. However, in some occupa-
tions it is the norm to be paid by piece-rate. The
Apprentice
journeyman promises their labor to their master and
An apprentice is a character who is learning
no one else in the agreed period. Some journey-
an occupation from a master. To become an ap-
men are former masters who have reverted due to
prentice, a notarized agreement must be signed be-
poverty. A journeyman may not serve as a guild
tween apprentice and master. Once the contract is
official. There is no limit on how many journey-
signed, the apprentice becomes the lowest member
men a master may employ.
of the appropriate guild. An apprentice works for a

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period of time, in which the apprentice is obliged
to learn from the master. Since all masters have a Master or Mistress
limited right to physically punish and correct their A master is a character who is experienced
apprentice, most apprentices receive occasional beat- at their occupation, is a full member of their guild,
ings. The daily routine of most apprentices con- owns a shop, and is self-employed. When employ-
sists of chores, instruction, corporal punishment, ing an apprentice or journeyman, a master has a clerk
and an increase of knowledge and skill. Some ap- of the guild write a contract, which will be signed
prentices also perform domestic duties unrelated to by the master and the employee. Some guilds limit
their occupation. Fewer than 10% of all appren- the number of apprentices that each master may
tices are female. When females are employed for have at 1 time, though immediate family members
physical labor, their wages are usually half of the of the master always have the right to apprentice-
wages of males. Apprentices work each day as long ship. In the contract between master and appren-
as their master. Oftentimes, apprentices resent their tice, the master promises to treat the apprentice like
masters and serve their term ‘with a clenched fist,’ their own child. Also, in the contract the master
as they put it. Once the contract is completed, the promises to provide work on every day that is not a
apprentice is either accepted or rejected as a jour- holy day. Each guild has a list of days considered
neyman in the guild. Usually, a masterpiece must be holy by their guild, and on which members do not
crafted to demonstrate proficiency in the occupa- work. All masters consider corporal punishment to
tion. If accepted, then the apprentice must pay 200 be part of educating an apprentice, and all masters
s.p. to the guild, unless they are the son or daughter have a limited right to physically punish and correct
of a member, in which case the fee is waived. If a their apprentice. When applicable, the master gives
player creates a character who has enough years of a set of tools to each apprentice at the end of their
experience in their occupation to be a journeyman, service.
then consult the Aedile to determine if they are a
journeyman or a failed apprentice.

1. Information on guilds has been mostly obtained from Epstein’s Wage Labor and Guilds in Medieval Europe. For more
information, see the References section at the end of this book.

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 Guild Official List of Guilds
A guild official is a master in a guild who Not all guilds in the following list exist in all
serves a term of 1 year. During this term, it is the communities. Each community in the gaming world
duty of a guild official to inspect members of the should have a list of its guilds, as well as their size in
guild and ensure that statutes are obeyed. In most relation to each other.
guilds, inspection is no sham formality. Visits are
made unexpectedly and scales are checked. Sub- Bakers’ Guild
standard products are confiscated immediately by Bankers’ Guild (money-lenders)
guild officials, either to be destroyed or given to the Barbers’ Guild
poor, while the culprit pays a fine commensurate Bookbinders’ Guild
with the value of the merchandise. Bowyers’ Guild
Nonetheless, guild officials make decisions Brewers’ Guild
regarding the guild. For example, when an appren- Brickmakers’ Guild
tice completes the term of their contract, guild of- Butchers’ Guild
ficials vote whether or not to accept the apprentice Cabinetmakers’ Guild
as a journeyman or journeywoman. Carpenters’ Guild
Cartwrights’ Guild
Trademark Carvers’ Guild
A trademark is a method of identifying the Chandlers’ Guild
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shop of origin regarding products. Each master Cheesemakers’ Guild

must register their own trademark with their guild. Colliers’ Guild
Each master’s trademark must be permanently in- Coopers’ Guild
cluded with the product, according to guild statutes. Dancers’ Guild
Characters associate the quality of a product, or lack Dicemakers’ Guild
thereof, with familiar trademarks. A guild uses trade- Drapers’ Guild
marks to identify masters whose products are be- Dyers’ Guild
low the standard of the guild, and to praise the Enamelers’ Guild
masters whose products surpass the standard. Note- Engravers’ Guild
worthy trademarks may be renowned even in dis- Fishmongers’ Guild
tant lands. Fletchers’ Guild
Fullers’ Guild
Furriers’ Guild
Gilders’ Guild
Girdlers’ Guild
Glassblowers’ Guild
Glovers’ Guild
Grocers’ Guild
Hatters’ Guild
Herbalists’ Guild
Inkmakers’ Guild
Innkeepers’ Guild
Ironmongers’ Guild
Jewelers’ Guild
Knackers’ Guild
Lacemakers’ Guild
Marblers’ Guild
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 Millers’ Guild Peasant Occupations
Miners’ Guild
Peasant occupations are listed in the follow-
Minters’ Guild
ing table. Although there are far fewer peasant than
Musicians’ Guild
serf occupations, far more peasants exist than serfs.
Papermakers’ Guild
Peasants travel to cities for a fair, where they pur-
Pawnshopmans’ Guild
chase goods. If it is necessary to randomly deter-
Perfumers’ Guild
mine a peasant’s occupation, then roll 1d1000 and
Potters’ Guild
consult the following table:
Poulterers’ Guild
Pursemakers’ Guild
Ropemakers’ Guild
Saddlers’ Guild
Sailmakers’ Guild Pe as ant O c c upations
Sheathers’ Guild Roll Re s ult
Shipwrights’ Guild 0 0 1 -0 2 0 Ani ma l Condi ti one r
Skinners’ Guild 0 2 1 -0 4 0 Ba k e r
041 Ba i l i ff
Smiths’ Guild 0 4 2 -1 0 0 Ba ndi t
Soapmakers’ Guild 1 0 1 -1 0 5 Ba rbe r
Tailors’ Guild 106 Be a dl e

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Tanners’ Guild 1 0 7 -1 5 0 Be g ga r
Tavernkeepers’ Guild 1 5 1 -2 0 0 Be rse rk e r
2 0 1 -2 2 0 Bl a c k smi th
Thatchers’ Guild
2 2 1 -2 3 0 Bl a de smi th
Tilemakers’ Guild 2 3 1 -2 5 0 Bre we r
Tinkers’ Guild 2 5 1 -2 7 0 Butc he r
Vintners’ Guild 2 7 1 -2 9 0 Ca rpe nte r
Wainwrights’ Guild 2 9 1 -2 9 5 Ca r v e r
2 9 6 -3 2 5 Cha mbe r ma i d
Weavers’ Guild
3 2 6 -3 6 0 Cook
Wheelwrights’ Guild 3 6 1 -3 6 5 Cowhe rd
3 6 6 -3 7 5 Da i ry ma i d
3 7 6 -3 8 0 Doc k wa l l ope r
381 Dr ui d
Family Occupation 3 8 2 -7 0 0 Fa r me r
Roll 1d1000 and consult the table for the 7 0 1 -7 5 0 Ga rde ne r
appropriate occupation by Social Class. When chil- 751 Gl a di a tor
7 5 2 -7 6 0 He we r
dren become old enough to work, they tend to do
7 6 1 -7 8 0 Hi e ropha nt
the same occupation as their parents. 7 8 1 -8 3 0 La bore r
8 3 1 -8 6 0 La undre ss
8 6 1 -8 6 5 Me sse nge r
8 6 6 -8 7 0 Mi l l e r
8 7 1 -8 7 5 Poul te re r
8 7 6 -8 7 9 Ra nge r
880 Re e v e
8 8 1 -9 1 0 She phe rd
911 Sorc e re r
9 1 2 -9 2 0 Sta bl e r
9 2 1 -9 4 0 Swi ne he rd
9 4 1 -9 5 0 Tra ppe r
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 Serf Occupations
Serf occupations are listed in the following table. Although there are far more serf than peasant
occupations, far more peasants exist than serfs. If it is necessary to randomly determine a serf ’s occupa-
tion, then roll 1d1000 and consult the following table:

Se rf O c c upations
Roll Re s ult Roll Re s ult Roll Re s ult
0 0 1 -0 0 2 Ac roba t 2 2 1 -2 2 4 Dy e r 4 7 6 -4 8 0 Mounta i ne e r
0 0 3 -0 0 7 Ani ma l Condi ti one r 2 2 5 -2 2 8 E na me l e r 4 8 1 -4 8 5 Musi c i a n/Mi nstre l
0 0 8 -0 1 1 Appra i se r 2 2 9 -2 3 2 E ngra v e r 4 8 6 -4 9 0 Na v i ga tor
0 1 2 -0 2 0 Ar more r 2 3 3 -2 3 8 Fi she r ma n 4 9 1 -4 9 5 Pa pe r ma k e r
0 2 1 -0 2 4 Arti st 2 3 9 -2 4 0 Fi shmonge r 4 9 6 -5 0 0 Pa wnshopma n
0 2 5 -0 2 8 A ssa ssi n 2 4 1 -2 4 5 Fl e tc he r 5 0 1 -5 0 5 Pe rfume r
0 2 9 -0 3 5 Ba k e r 2 4 6 -2 5 0 Fore ste r 5 0 6 -5 1 0 Pe wte re r
0 3 6 -0 4 0 Ba rbe r 2 5 1 -2 5 5 Ful l e r 5 1 1 -5 5 5 Pi c k Poc k e t/Cutpurse
0 4 1 -0 4 5 Ba rd 2 5 6 -2 6 0 Furri e r 5 5 6 -5 6 0 Potte r
0 4 6 -0 5 0 Be g ga r 2 6 1 -2 6 5 Ga rde ne r 5 6 1 -5 6 5 Poul te re r
0 5 1 -0 5 5 Bl a c k smi th 2 6 6 -2 7 0 Ge mc utte r 5 6 6 -5 7 0 Publ i c E xe c uti one r
0 5 6 -0 6 0 Bl a de smi th 2 7 1 -2 7 3 Gi l de r 5 7 1 -5 7 5 Purse ma k e r
0 6 1 -0 6 3 Book bi nde r 2 7 4 -2 7 8 Gi rdl e r 5 7 6 -5 8 0 Ra nge r
0 6 4 -0 7 0 Bounty Hunte r 2 7 9 -2 9 0 Gl a di a tor 5 8 1 -5 8 5 Rope ma k e r
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0 7 1 -0 7 5 Bowy e r 2 9 1 -2 9 5 Gl a ssbl owe r 5 8 6 -5 9 0 Ruffi a n

0 7 6 -0 8 0 Bra zi e r 2 9 6 -3 0 0 Gl ov e r 5 9 1 -5 9 5 Sa ddl e r
0 8 1 -0 8 5 Bre we r 3 0 1 -3 0 5 Gol dsmi th 5 9 6 -6 0 0 Sa ge
0 8 6 -0 9 0 Bri c k ma k e r 3 0 6 -3 1 0 Groc e r 6 0 1 -6 0 5 Sa i l ma k e r
0 9 1 -0 9 5 Brothe l e r 3 1 1 -3 1 5 Groom 6 0 6 -6 3 5 Sa i l or
0 9 6 -1 0 0 Butc he r 3 1 6 -3 2 0 Ha t t e r 6 3 6 -6 4 5 Sc hol a r
1 0 1 -1 0 3 Ca bi ne tma k e r 3 2 1 -3 2 5 He a l e r 6 4 6 -6 5 0 Sc hool ma ste r
1 0 4 -1 1 2 Ca rpe nte r 3 2 6 -3 3 0 He rba l i st 6 5 1 -6 6 0 Sc ri be
1 1 3 -1 1 5 Ca rte r/Te a mste r 3 3 1 -3 3 5 He w e r 6 6 1 -6 6 5 She a the r
1 1 6 -1 1 9 Ca rtwri ght 3 3 6 -3 4 0 Hi e ropha nt 6 6 6 -6 7 0 Shi pwri ght
1 2 0 -1 2 4 Ca r v e r 3 4 1 -3 4 5 Hunte r 6 7 1 -6 7 5 Si l v e rsmi th
1 2 5 -1 4 5 Cha mbe r ma i d 3 4 6 -3 5 0 Ink ma k e r 6 7 6 -6 8 5 Sk i nne r
1 4 6 -1 4 7 Cha ndl e r 3 5 1 -3 5 5 Innk e e pe r/Hoste l e r 686 Sl a v e -Tra de r
1 4 8 -1 4 9 Cha ri ote e r 3 5 6 -3 6 0 Inte rpre te r 6 8 7 -6 9 0 Soa pma k e r
1 5 0 -1 5 2 Che e se ma k e r 3 6 1 -3 6 5 Ironmonge r 6 9 1 -7 9 0 Sol di e r
1 5 3 -1 5 5 Cl a spma k e r 3 6 6 -3 7 0 Je we l e r 7 9 1 -7 9 5 Sorc e re r
1 5 6 -1 6 3 Cl e rk 3 7 1 -3 7 5 Jug gl e r 7 9 6 -8 0 0 Spy
164 Cl oc k ma k e r 3 7 6 -3 8 0 Kna c k e r 8 0 1 -8 3 0 Squi re
1 6 5 -1 7 0 Cobbl e r 3 8 1 -3 8 2 Kni ght 8 3 1 -8 3 5 Sta bl e r
1 7 1 -1 7 2 Col l i e r 3 8 3 -3 8 7 La bore r 8 3 6 -8 4 0 Ta i l or
1 7 3 -1 8 1 Cook 3 8 8 -3 9 0 La c e ma k e r 8 4 1 -8 5 0 Ta nne r
1 8 2 -1 8 5 Coope r 3 9 1 -3 9 5 La undre ss 8 5 1 -8 6 5 Ta v e rnk e e pe r
1 8 6 -1 9 0 Coppe rsmi th 3 9 6 -4 0 0 Li nk boy 8 6 6 -8 7 5 Tha tc he r
1 9 1 -2 0 0 Courte sa n 4 0 1 -4 0 5 Loc k smi th 8 7 6 -8 8 0 Ti l e ma k e r
201 Cowhe rd 4 0 6 -4 1 0 Ma ge 8 8 1 -8 8 5 Ti nk e r
202 Cupbe a re r 4 1 1 -4 1 5 Ma rbl e r 8 8 6 -8 9 0 Tra ppe r
2 0 3 -2 0 4 Cutl e r 4 1 6 -4 2 0 Ma son 8 9 1 -9 0 0 Vi ntne r
2 0 5 -2 0 6 Da i ry ma i d 4 2 1 -4 4 0 Me rc e na ry 9 0 1 -9 0 5 Wa i nwri ght
2 0 7 -2 1 0 Da nc e r 4 4 1 -4 4 5 Me sse nge r 9 0 6 -9 1 0 We a ponsmi th
2 1 1 -2 1 2 De l ouse r 4 4 6 -4 5 5 Mi l i ti a ma n 9 1 1 -9 2 0 We a v e r/E mbroi de re r
213 Di c e ma k e r 4 5 6 -4 6 0 Mi l l e r 9 2 1 -9 4 5 We nc h
2 1 4 -2 1 6 Doc k wa l l ope r 4 6 1 -4 6 5 Mi ne r 9 4 6 -9 5 0 Whe e l wri ght
2 1 7 -2 1 9 Dra pe r 4 6 6 -4 7 0 Mi nte r 9 5 1 -9 9 9 Whore
220 Dr ui d 4 7 1 -4 7 6 Mone y -Le nde r 1000 Wi ne -Cri e r

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Noble Occupations Advancing Levels
Noble occupations are listed in the follow- Each occupation for a character has goals
ing table. If it is necessary to randomly determine a that are different, yet the same; each character ad-
noble’s occupation, then roll 1d1000 and consult the vances by accomplishing goals specific to their oc-
following table: cupation. For example, warriors generally advance
by attacking foes in open combat, while wizards
advance by casting spells and thereby gain more fa-
miliarity with magic. It is the player’s responsibility
N oble O c c upations to keep track of what their character has done that
Roll Re s ult
counts toward their advancement. At the end of
0 0 1 -0 5 0 Arti st
0 5 1 -0 7 5 A ssa ssi n each gaming session, the Aedile will review the ac-
0 7 6 -1 0 0 Ba rd complishments of the characters and award points
1 0 1 -1 4 0 Ba rri ste r accordingly.
1 4 1 -1 5 0 Brothe l e r While the goals of each occupation are dif-
151 Cha nc e l l or
ferent, the number of Advancement Points (AP)
1 5 2 -2 5 0 Cl e rk
2 5 1 -3 5 0 Courte sa n required to advance in level are the same regardless
3 5 1 -4 0 0 Doc tor of occupation. On the table below, regardless of
4 0 1 -4 1 0 Dr ui d occupation a character must accumulate 1,000 AP
4 1 1 -4 2 5 E ngi ne e r to advance to 2nd level, though training may be re-

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4 2 6 -4 5 0 Gl a di a tor
4 5 1 -5 5 0 Hi e ropha nt
quired (see Training later in this chapter).
5 5 1 -6 0 0 Inte rpre te r
6 0 1 -6 7 5 Kni ght
6 7 6 -7 1 0 Ma ge Le ve l AP
7 1 1 -7 5 0 Mone y -Le nde r 1 1,000
7 5 1 -8 0 0 Musi c i a n/Mi nstre l 2 2,000
8 0 1 -8 0 5 Sa ge 3 4,000
8 0 6 -8 1 0 Sc hool ma ste r 4 8,000
8 1 1 -8 7 5 Sc ri be 5 16,000
876 She ri ff 6 32,000
8 7 7 -9 0 0 Spy 7 64,000
9 0 1 -9 7 5 Squi re 8 128,000
9 7 6 -1 0 0 0 Whore 9 256,000
10 512,000
11 1,024,000
12 2,048,000
13 4,096,000
Royal Occupations 14
15
8,192,000
16,384,000
The occupation of a royal character is de- 16 32,768,000
termined with the following table, and is not cho- 17 65,536,000
sen. To randomly determine a royal occupation, 18 131,072,000
roll 1d1000 and consult the following table: 19 262,144,000
20 524,288,000

Roy al O c c upations
Roll Re s ult
0 0 1 -3 0 0 Chi e fta i n
For more information on how a character
3 0 1 -8 0 0 Lord/La dy
8 0 1 -9 7 5 Ba ron/Ba rone ss advances in level, see Chapter 16: Advancement.
9 7 6 -9 9 7 Duk e /Duc he ss
9 9 8 -9 9 9 Pri nc e /Pri nc e ss
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 Format Equipment: Adventuring occupations may
Initially, each occupation is introduced. limit the type of weapon, armor, or apparel. For
Ability Requirements: In order to legiti- example, bards do not play lutes while wearing
mately be a member of the occupation in question, platemail. Occupations for the general public may
minimum ability requirements must be met. For have equipment that is necessary for their occupa-
instance, warriors generally require Strength. It is tion listed, such as an anvil for a blacksmith.
possible for a remarkably weak character to con- Magic Points: Usually, both priests (druids
sider themselves a warrior, but it is doubtful that the and hierophants) and wizards (mages and sorcer-
military would hire a weak soldier. ers) are able to cast spells. Magic Points (MP) are
Gender: Sometimes occupations tend to be listed here, if applicable.
characterized by one gender over another. For in- Advancement Points: Different occupa-
stance, there are no female druids. tions gain Advancement Points (AP) by different
Race: As the races offered to players for means. For instance, warriors advance by killing foes
their characters are diverse, some races are better on the battlefield, while pick pockets advance by suc-
suited at different occupations. For example, anakim cessfully picking pockets.
are well-suited to be gladiators. Training: Before characters of some occu-
Disposition: Some occupations tend to be pations can receive the benefits of advancing a level,
occupied by characters with certain ethical and moral they must train properly. Not all occupations re-
dispositions. For instance, it should be virtually quire training prior to advancing an occupational
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impossible to find an ethical and moral assassin. level.

Temperament: Some occupations tend to Guild: Some occupations are governed by
be occupied by characters with certain tempera- guilds. Information regarding the structure of guilds
ments. For instance, it should be virtually impos- and their statutes is listed here, including how many
sible to find a sanguine ruffian. years an apprentice must serve, whether or not a
Sociality: Oftentimes, occupations differ masterpiece must be produced to become a jour-
according to social class and urbanity. For example, neyman, and criteria to become a journeyman or
assassins in hamlets are as rare as berserkers in civi- master.
lized capital cities.
Religion: Occupations may be characterized
by religion. The likelihood, for instance, of finding
an atheistic hierophant is very small.
Skills: Certain occupations are better gifted
in certain skills, sometimes because they formally
train in them, and other times because these are the
type of characters attracted to the occupation. The
purpose of listing skills here is to grant bonuses in
addition to the character’s initial roll for Skill Points
as determined in the beginning of Chap. 8: Skills. If
a character switches occupations after already hav-
ing gained a level in their current occupation, these
new skills are not freely gained; instead, Skill Points
must be invested as usual after level advancement.
Normally, only 5 Skill Points may be initially put into
a skill. The granted points in the bonus skills are in
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 Acrobat Animal Conditioner/Handler
Acrobats are entertainers who are talented This occupation specializes in either train-
regarding Agility, Balance, Climbing, Juggling, and ing or subduing animals that are either domesticated
Jumping. Oftentimes, acrobats travel from town to or wild. An animal conditioner or handler may work
town, entertaining the public with their daring feats. with a wide variety of animals, but most commonly
Usually, groups of acrobats work together to satisfy includes: dogs, falcons, and horses. Daily wages are
the crowd. A common feat is for an acrobat to typically 7 s.p.
throw knives at a character on a wall, not to hit them Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75,
but to get as close as possible and impress the crowd Drive 100, and Intuition 110.
with their superior Aim skill. Walking a tightrope is Gender: Both males and females are com-
also a trademark feature. Acrobats thrive on im- mon animal conditioners/handlers.
pressing crowds with dangerous acts. Daily wages Race: Any but ogre and troll.
are 5 s.p. Disposition: Animal conditioners/handlers
Ability Requirements: Physical Fitness 110, may be of any disposition, but are commonly moral.
Strength (must be able to bench press own weight), Temperament: Animal conditioners/han-
Hand-Eye Coordination 110, Agility 110, Intelligence dlers tend not to be phlegmatic.
80, and Drive 105. Sociality: Peasant or serf.
Gender: Female acrobats are uncommon. Religion: Any.
Race: Any but ogre and troll. Skills: Animal Conditioning + 5, Animal

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Disposition: Any. Handling + 5, and Grooming + 3.
Temperament: Acrobats tend not to be Equipment: None.
phlegmatic. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Sociality: Serf. Advancement Points: For each animal that
Religion: Any. has been successfully trained in all respects for at
Skills: Aim + 3, Animal Handling + 3, Bal- least 3 months, the animal conditioner acquires 1
ance + 8, Climb + 3, Juggling + 5, Jump + 5, Rope AP for every point when the Intelligence of the
Use + 3, and 1 Weapon (Specific). animal is subtracted from 100. For each subdued
Equipment: Acrobats usually prefer light domestic animal, an animal handler acquires 3 AP.
armor or none at all, so that armor does not restrict For each subdued wild animal, an animal handler
their acrobatic movement. The most common acquires 10 AP.
weapons of acrobats are throwing knives and a well- Training: None.
balanced quarterstaff. Guild: None.
Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Advancement Points: Acrobats gain AP
with each successful skill check for the skills listed
above when under life-threatening conditions or risk
of serious injury. Hence, an acrobat who success-
fully balances themselves on a chair receives no AP,
while one who successfully balances themselves on
a tightrope over a starving beast gains AP. The points
gained equal twice the adjusted number that passed
the skill check. Acrobats must train to advance.
Training: 1 week. Training consists of
learning new feats. An acrobat must train with an
acrobat higher in occupational level.
Guild: None.

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 Appraiser Armorer
This occupation specializes in appraising This occupation demands skill that is more
gems and precious metals, not magical items. Hav- technical than that of a blacksmith. These smiths
ing far-sighted Vision is a detriment to any appraiser; specialize in the manufacture of armors such as
a penalty is applied to the Appraise skill check. Daily chainmail and platemail. On average, armorers
wages are typically 11 s.p., earning 1 s.p. per item to charge 1 s.p. to clean the rust from each piece of
be appraised. armor. Daily wages are typically 12 s.p.
Ability Requirements: Analytic Intelligence Ability Requirements: Strength 90, Spa-
90 and Intelligence (overall) 75. tial Intelligence 90, and Intelligence (overall) 85.
Gender: Female appraisers are rare. Gender: Female armorers are rare.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Race: Troll platemail is most valued, fol-
troll. lowed by dwarven armor. Human armor is consid-
Disposition: Any. ered the norm, though bugbear and kobold armor
Temperament: Any. is acceptable. Ogres, borbytingarna, and hill trolls
Sociality: Serf. do not make armor.
Religion: Any. Disposition: Any.
Skills: Appraise + 5. Temperament: Any.
Equipment: None. Sociality: Serf.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Religion: Any, but most favor gods of war.
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Advancement Points: For each appraisal, Skills: Armorsmithing + 5, Blacksmithing

the appraiser acquires 1 AP. + 8, and Haggling + 3.
Training: None. Equipment: Armorsmithing requires access
Guild: Jewelers’ Guild. Each apprentice to a forge, anvil, hammers, tongs, and many fine
must serve 10 years. Once an apprentice for 10 years, tools.
they may apply for employment as a journeyman Magic Points: Inapplicable.
with the guild. Advancement Points: For each suit of
For a journeyman to become a master, they chainmail crafted, an armorer acquires 5 AP. For
must be able financially to open their own shop, each suit of platemail crafted, an armorer acquires
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive 20 AP.
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. Training: None.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
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 Guild: Smiths’ Guild. Each apprentice must Artist
serve 10 years. All members are prohibited from This occupation is usually freelance, consist-
injuring each other including apprentices, or their ing of those who prefer to paint or sculpt. The
property. Members accused of violating this prohi- artist must choose a specialty. If multiple forms of
bition are banished from the guild, if not the com- art are pursued, then separate occupations must be
munity. All members are discouraged by a 100 s.p. noted. Daily wages are typically 4 s.p.
fine from helping smiths outside of their guild, as Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi-
well as making illegal keys or tools for thieves. Ap- nation 110, Spatial Intelligence 100, and Intuition
prentices must pay 200 s.p. to join the guild as a 90.
journeyman, though sons of members may join for Gender: Female artists are uncommon, un-
free. If any member has more charcoal than needed, less elven.
then it may only be sold to other members at a fixed Race: Bugbear art is always sexual or vio-
price, and no member may purchase more than nec- lent, and usually both; bugbear painters are rare com-
essary for their work. Violators regarding charcoal pared to sculptors. Dwarven painters are also rare
pay 100 s.p. A master may not have more than 2 compared to sculptors of stone or casting metal,
apprentices or own a slave; otherwise, a fee of 100 though elven sculptors are rare compared to paint-
s.p. is charged. ers. Dark elven art usually depicts orgies, while light
Once an apprentice for 10 years, they may elven art is innocent. Humans produce art of mod-
apply for employment as a journeyman with their erate quality in general. Kobolds specialize in sculpt-

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guild. ing silver; dominance and submissiveness are not
For a journeyman to become a master, they only features, but criteria. Ogre art may exist, but it
must be able financially to open their own shop, is unappreciated. Subterranean trolls are expert
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive smiths, so sculptors exist, but many artists prefer
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. painting because it is quiet; the most common sub-
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every ject among subterranean trolls is female beauty.
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has Disposition: Any.
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- Temperament: Any.
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed Sociality: Serf or noble.
appropriate. Religion: Any.
Skills: The skill appropriate to the specific
type of art receives a + 5. Possible art forms in-
clude: Painting or Sculpture.
Equipment: Either pigments and brushes
for painting or a variety of equipment for sculpting,
such as material (stone, bronze, clay, etc.), chisels,
knives for carving, or possibly a forge for casting.
Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Advancement Points: For each piece of
artwork completed, 1 AP is acquired per 2 hours
invested.
Training: None.
Guild: Artists’ Guild. Each apprentice must
serve 7 years. A masterpiece must be produced to
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 Assassin If a character specializes in a specific tech-
Thieves are popular both in cities and the nique of murder, then everything about this method
wilderness. They are a constant threat to any soci- consumes them; it becomes the goal of their life to
ety. In general, thieves tend toward unethical dis- master this technique, and it is studied and consid-
positions, though some spies or assassins may be ered, if not practiced, at every waking opportunity.
very loyal. There are 5 classes of thief, including Specializing in a murderous method, with practice,
the assassin1, bandit, pick pocket, ruffian, and spy. allows an assassin to instantly kill a foe regardless of
For any character to hire the expensive ser- their LP upon rolling high enough on their attack
vices of an assassin, the assassin must have an above- roll after they have declared that they are using their
average reputation in requisite abilities; otherwise, specialized murderous technique. Perfect applica-
any drunk could be hired in a bar. Assassins are tion of the murderous technique and the instant
thieves, but they are regarded as professionals. death of the victim is a Memorable Murder.
Assassins often develop a favored method Initially, achieving a Memorable Murder oc-
of assassination, something of which becomes pe- curs only when an unmodified 30 is rolled for an
culiar to their personal touch or style. For some attack skill check, provided that the specialized mur-
assassins, a ritual is performed with the cadaver of derous technique is attempted. If a Memorable Mur-
the victim, such as removing their eyes from their der results, then the victim dies instantly, regardless
sockets and stuffing them up the victim’s nose. For of LP; the assassin flawlessly used the murderous
other assassins, they focus on 1 strict manner of technique. In later years, assassins are likely to re-
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murder, specializing in it beyond all others. For ex- flect on these murders, forgetting the rest, except
ample, throat-slitting with a chosen weapon is a spe- for Memorable Mistakes (see below). As occupa-
cialized method of murder. Usually, personal style tional level increases, the odds of Memorable Mur-
is explored as they practice killing characters and der increase exponentially; consult the following
become familiar with the occupation. table:
Upon advancing an occupational level, all as-
sassins must declare their personal style: either a ritual Me m orable Murde r
Le ve l of A s s as s in Unm odifie d A ttac k Roll N e e de d
or a specialized means of murder. Rituals tend to 2 -5 30
enhance the popularity of an assassin, which usually 6 -8 28
brings higher wages. A specialized murderous 9 26
method increases the likelihood of instantly killing >9 24
the intended victim when the method is employed
successfully. The player must announce the special- There may be instances when this is unrea-
ized murderous method to the Aedile; popular sonable and the Aedile may rule that Memorable
choices include throat-slitting, eye-gouging, stran- Murder does not happen. For example, if an assas-
gulation, hitting the temple of the head, and stab- sin is specialized in strangulation and attacks an adult
bing into the armpit so the lungs fill with blood and dragon. No matter how perfected the choking tech-
the victim dies within a minute -- drowning from nique becomes, a dragon’s neck is simply too big for
their own blood. it to be choked effectively by a humanoid.

1. The word ‘assassin’ did not originate in Europe, so its use here contradicts a premise of F.A.T.A.L. However, no other
English word shares the same connotations as ‘assassin’.

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 The counterpart of a Memorable Murder, Ability Requirements: Physical Fitness 105,
however, is a Memorable Mistake. The likelihood Hand-Eye Coordination 110, Agility 110, Reaction
of making a Memorable Mistake while an assassin Speed 105, Intelligence 85, Drive 105, and Intuition
employs their specialized murderous technique de- 105.
creases as the assassin increases in occupational level; Gender: Female assassins are rare, though
the higher the level of the assassin, the lower the female courtesans have been known to work as as-
likelihood of a Memorable Mistake. A Memorable sassins.
Mistake is distinctly different from a Fumble (see Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Chap. 10: Combat). A Memorable Mistake may not troll.
have the physical consequences of a Fumble, though Disposition: Assassins tend to be ethical
at higher levels they both only occur together. A and are most often immoral.
Memorable Mistake is literally a mistake made when Temperament: Assassins tend to be mel-
attempting to employ the specialized murderous ancholic.
technique. This mistake may not have combat con- Sociality: Serf or noble. Noble assassins
sequences, but it certainly affects the assassin, since are paid more for their services than serf assassins.
the assassin specializes in the chosen technique and Religion: Any immoral god, though some
therefore invests so much in it. For every attack roll assassins are irreligious.
made after the player declares that their assassin will Skills: Aim + 3, Disguise + 3, Haggling + 3,
attempt their murderous technique, results that con- Hide + 3, Silence + 3, Toxicology + 5, and 1 Weapon

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stitute a Memorable Mistake are listed below: (Specific).
Equipment: Assassins always restrict them-
Me m orable Mis take selves to light armor, such as leather. Favored weap-
Le ve l of A s s as s in Unm odifie d A ttac k Roll N e e de d ons of assassins tend to be the garrote, dagger, sti-
2 -5 9
6 -8 6 letto, and any bow.
9 4 Magic Points: Inapplicable.
>9 3 Advancement Points: Assassins gain AP by
successfully killing a character whom they have been
hired to kill. Points gained equal the target’s LP mul-
For every Memorable Mistake that occurs,
tiplied by the equivalent of the agreed-upon wages
the assassin must pass a Common Sense sub-ability
in s.p. An assassin must train to advance a level.
check at TH 10 or acquire a Random Mental Illness
Training: 3 weeks. To train, an assassin must
(see Chap. 5: Mind).
learn better killing techniques and better methods
Upon attaining 3rd level as an assassin, and
to get close to a victim unnoticed. An assassin must
assuming all assassinations have happened within the
train with an assassin higher in occupational level.
same town, the average character bumped into on
Guild: None.
the street will have heard (20% of the time) of the
style of murder becoming problematic. This chance
increases by 5% per level gained beyond 3rd, though
no higher than 90% may be obtained.

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 Bailiff Baker
The duty of a bailiff is to be a chief law This occupation specializes in baking bread
officer and manager of a lord’s manor. He repre- and preparing various edible products. Flour, the
sents the lord to both the villagers and strangers. main ingredient, is purchased from millers. Prices
Often, the bailiff protects local villagers against char- of different loaves of bread are legally fixed for a
acters from another lord. The bailiff also tortures baker, as are the weights. Bakers must mark their
apprehended criminals, though not in all human bread with their own trademark. A baker who cheats
communities and never in communities of light elves on quality is sent to the stocks with 1 of their fraudu-
or white dwarves. lent loaves hung around their neck. Daily wages are
The main concern of a bailiff is manage- typically 7 s.p.
ment. The bailiff can read and write. He must make Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75.
sure that crops and stock are tended properly, and Gender: Female bakers are uncommon.
that the manor is supplied from outside of the vil- Race: Any but ogre and troll.
lage. A formidable list of purchases include mill- Disposition: Any.
stones, iron, building timber and stone, firewood, Temperament: Any.
nails, horseshoes, carts, cartwheels, axles, iron tires, Sociality: Peasant or serf.
salt, candles, parchment, cloth, utensils for dairy and Religion: Any.
kitchen, slate, thatch, quicklime, quicksilver, tar, bas- Skills: Cooking + 5, Haggling + 3, and Smell
kets, livestock, and food. + 3.
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There are 2 other uncommon officials who Equipment: Baking requires a hearth.
are subordinate to the bailiff: the macebearer Magic Points: Inapplicable.
(claviger) and the serjeant. These subordinate offi- Advancement Points: For every loaf of
cials are soldiers from a nearby town or city. The bread baked, 1/10th of 1 AP is acquired.
reeve is the chief official who is subordinate to the Training: None.
bailiff. The bailiff ’s residence is the lord’s manor Guild: Bakers’ Guild. Each apprentice must
house. The main room, the hall, is the setting for serve 4 years. By guild statute, the maximum allow-
the manorial court, but otherwise it remains at the able profit is 4 s.p. per measure of grain.
disposal of the bailiff. Daily wages are typically 10 Once an apprentice for 4 years, they may
s.p. apply for employment as a journeyman with their
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 85. guild.
Gender: Male only. For a journeyman to become a master, they
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill must be able financially to open their own shop,
troll. and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
Disposition: Any, but usually ethical. approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
Temperament: Any. The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
Sociality: Peasant. period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
Religion: Any. worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
Skills: Etiquette + 3 and Law + 3. rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
Equipment: None. appropriate.
Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Advancement Points: For every legal case
won against another village, 10 AP is acquired. For
every month that the lord’s manor has been sup-
plied properly, 10 AP is acquired.
Training: None.
Guild: None.

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 Bandit Barber
Thieves are popular both in cities and the This occupation specializes in cutting and
wilderness. They are a constant threat to any soci- styling hair. In some cultures, hairstyles are very
ety. In general, thieves tend toward unethical dis- important and a sign of affluence. Additionally, a
positions, though some spies or assassins may be barber shaves male facial hair and pulls teeth as ser-
very loyal. There are 5 classes of thief, including vices.
the assassin, bandit, pick pocket, ruffian, and spy. Barbers are most famous for styling hair. To
Also called highwaymen, bandits reside in determine the quality of a haircut, see Hairstyling in
rural areas and usually ambush and violently rob Chapter 8: Skills.
those who travel through the wrong place at the By custom, a barber will not shave a charac-
wrong time. ter more than once per week. Only a rough shave
A pirate is a type of bandit who is sea-going can be achieved, so faces of adult males are stubbly.
instead of land-based. A pirate is also skilled at sail- Barbers do not shave or cut the hair of slaves or
ing and advances both as a bandit and as a sailor. barbarians from uncivilized lands.
Ability Requirements: None. Bloodletting is done commonly by barbers,
Gender: Female bandits are uncommon. some of whom have abandoned the shave and a
Race: Any. haircut to devote themselves solely to bloodletting.
Disposition: Bandits tend to be unethical Many also specialize in pulling teeth. Ow-
and immoral. ing to poor diet, teeth are a chronic health problem,

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Temperament: Bandits tend to be phleg- more because of bad gums than cavities. Wealthy
matic. patients have been known to pay as much as 5 s.p.
Sociality: Peasant or escaped slave; this is for an extraction, while barbers get as much as 15
why they need to rob. s.p. for a bleeding. Slaves and peasants are spared
Religion: Any. Many are irreligious. these luxuries. Daily wages are typically 8 s.p.
Skills: Aim + 3, Hide + 3, Silence + 3, Track-
ing + 5, and 2 Weapons (Specific).
Equipment: Bandits prefer light armor so
that they may ambush others, react quickly, and move
unhindered. Bandits prefer bows and usually have
cheap weapons, but depending on the circumstances,
use whatever is most appropriate.
Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Advancement Points: Bandits gain AP by
ambushing and robbing characters. For every silver
piece or equivalent in treasure stolen in such a way,
bandits gain 1 AP. For every successful attack in an
ambush, bandits gain AP equal to half of the amount
of damage dealt.
Training: None.
Guild: None.

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 Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi- Bard
nation 100, Spatial Intelligence 100, and Intelligence Wandering minstrels seek out adventure so
(overall) 80. that they may be inspired to craft wondrous ballads
Gender: Female barbers are rare. and other musical or poetic works. Fame is very
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill important to bards. Daily wages are typically 5 s.p.
troll. Ability Requirements: Charisma 105,
Disposition: Any. Hand-Eye Coordination 105, Enunciation 105, Lan-
Temperament: Any. guage 105, Math 90, and Analytic 90.
Sociality: Peasant or serf. Barbers are rarely Gender: Female bards are uncommon.
seen in villages or hamlets. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Religion: Barbers may worship any god. troll.
Skills: Haggling + 3 and 2 Weapons (Spe- Disposition: Bards of all dispositions are
cific). The specific weapons are scissors and knives. possible, though most are not immoral.
Equipment: Knife and scissors. Temperament: Bards tend to be melan-
Magic Points: Inapplicable. cholic.
Advancement Points: For every success- Sociality: Serf or noble.
ful styling of hair of a new customer, 10 AP is ac- Religion: Any.
quired. For each tooth pulled, the barber acquires Skills: Acting Drama + 3, Buffoonery (com-
10 AP. For each character shaven, the barber ac- edy) + 3, Comedy (Pun) + 3, Dance + 3, History
Chapter 7: Occupation

quires 10 AP. Legends + 3, History Local + 3, Music (Counter-

Training: None. point) + 3, Music Theory + 3, Music Instrument +
Guild: Barbers’ Guild. Each apprentice 3, Persuasion + 3, and Storytelling + 3.
must serve 5 years. Once an apprentice for 5 years, Equipment: If unable to afford a musical
they may apply for employment as a journeyman instrument, then it is assumed that the bard focuses
with their guild. on singing as their musical instrument. Most bards
For a journeyman to become a master, they restrict themselves to light armor or none at all.
must be able financially to open their own shop, Magic Points: Inapplicable.
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
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 Advancement Points: Bards gain AP with Baron/Baroness
each successful skill check for the skills listed above. This occupation is for royalty. Only a king
For musical skills and performances, the points or queen can make a character become a baron or
gained equal the adjusted number that passed the baroness. If the character accepts, then the baron
skill check. If a skill check is passed for 1 of the or baroness pledges allegiance to their king or queen.
above skills, but it is not part of a musical perfor- Then, the king or queen grants the baron or baron-
mance or skill, then the points gained equal half of ess a castle and shire, which is their fief. A baron or
the adjusted number that passed the skill check. baroness answers to a duke or duchess as well as the
Training: None. king or queen. Otherwise, the baron or baroness
Guild: Musicians’ Guild. Each apprentice may command the characters of their castle and shire
must serve 7 years. A masterpiece must be pro- as desired, who are their vassals. Each hamlet and
duced to become a journeyman. The masterpiece village on the land of the baron or baroness will be
must be a musical piece in which it is indisputable to in the safekeeping of a lord or lady. Each lord and
the guild that it was composed as a result of adven- lady on their land is subordinate to the baron or
ture. For example, the apprentice bard may employ baroness.
musical devices that are foreign, or sing of foreign Additionally, a baron or baroness is usually
things that are verifiable to the guild. Finally, the a member of a council of the king or queen and
masterpiece must be acceptable both in terms of must often travel to their court. The daily duties of
music theory and counterpoint. a baron or baroness are overwhelming. Instead of

Chapter 7: Occupation
Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may lounging around their castle, a baron or baroness is
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If busy constantly. Daily wages are typically 50 s.p.
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. Due to the military nature of this occupa-
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- tion, most barons are experienced knights.
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d100 days. Ability Requirements: Intelligence 85 and
Finally, the masterpiece must be performed before Common Sense 115.
guild officials. The performance constitutes a Mu-
sical Instrument skill check. The TH is determined
by the Aedile depending on complexity. The Aedile
may overrule any masterpiece skill check, because
those in the guild who review the apprentice may
dislike them or choose to keep them as an appren-
tice for some corrupt reason.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The Aedile decides the TH.

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 Gender: Barons are male, baronesses are Barrister
female. This occupation consists of council that is
Race: Anakim, bugbear, dwarf, human, and allowed to plead for a defendant in a trial. To be a
kobold. barrister, a character must have graduated from a
Disposition: Barons tend to be ethical. university, specializing in law. The manorial court
Temperament: Barons tend to be choleric of the lord of a hamlet or village will not allow a
and melancholic. barrister to represent a defendant. Not all cultures
Sociality: Royalty. allow barristers, and many characters despise them
Religion: Barons may worship any god en- since it is impossible for them to be objective re-
dorsed by their king or queen. garding the law.
Skills: Cartography + 3, Etiquette + 3, Ge- Barristers do not write contracts, such as wills
nealogy + 3, Heraldry + 5, History (Cultural) + 3, -- this is the duty of a clerk. However, it is common
History (Local) + 3, History (Military) + 3, Law + for barristers to negotiate or contest contracts.
5, and Language (Read/Write). Each barrister receives piece-rate wages.
Equipment: None. Each fee is negotiated between the barrister and their
Magic Points: Inapplicable. potential client. Daily wages are typically 50 s.p.,
Advancement Points: A baron advances though this depends on the crime.
according to the profit and prosperity of their vas- Ability Requirements: Rhetorical Charisma
sals and shire. Every 7 years the wealth of each 120 and Intelligence 100.
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vassal is recorded. If the wealth of the vassals in- Gender: While a female may represent her-
creases by 5% since the previous record, then the self or someone else in court, all barristers are male.
baron increases 1 occupational level. Every 6 months Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
the economy is recorded, which is comprised of troll.
local and foreign trade. If, as a whole, the local or Disposition: Any.
foreign economy increases by 5%, then the baron Temperament: Barristers tend not to be
increases 1 occupational level. phlegmatic.
Training: None. Sociality: Noble.
Guild: None. Religion: Any.
Skills: Acting (Drama) + 3, Etiquette + 5,
Haggling + 5, Law + 5, Logic + 3, Persuasion + 5,
Remember Detail + 5, Storytelling + 5, and Trick-
ery + 5.
Equipment: None.
Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Advancement Points: For every defendant
who remains free without penalty due to represen-
tation by the barrister, whether or not the defen-
dant committed a crime, the barrister acquires 10
AP for a trivial offense and 50 for a serious offense.
Training: None.
Guild: None.

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 Beadle Berserker
This occupation specializes in assisting a Fighters are those who are capable foes, but
reeve. A beadle is selected yearly from the popula- not formally trained. 3 classes of fighters exist as
tion of the hamlet or village. Daily wages are typi-characters: berserkers, bounty hunters, and rangers.
cally 4 s.p. The least formally trained of all occupations,
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75. berserkers are known as uncivilized and characters
Gender: Female beadles are rare. who easily lose control. In fact, berserkers are un-
Race: Human. familiar with notions of ethics or morality. A ber-
Disposition: Any. serker is usually from a barbarian civilization. What
Temperament: Any. makes a berserker distinct from any other class of
Sociality: Peasant. fighter is that a berserker ingests magic mushrooms
Religion: Any. prior to battle. While under the influence of the
Skills: None. psychedelic drug, the berserker goes berserk. See
Equipment: None. Chapter 2: Body for the effects of magic mushrooms.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Ability Requirements: Strength 110.
Advancement Points: For every month of Gender: Female berserkers are rare.
service acceptable to the lord, 100 A.P. are acquired. Race: Anakim, bugbear, human, and kobold.
Training: None. Disposition: Berserkers must be unethical
Guild: None. and are rarely moral.

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Temperament: Berserkers tend to be cho-
leric.
Beggar Sociality: Berserkers are peasants, as are all
Arguably not an occupation, beggars liter- uncivilized characters.
ally beg passersby for food and money. Characters Religion: Berserkers are often irreligious.
who opt to be beggars probably have no money or Skills: Animal Handling + 3, Brawling + 5,
other options. However, some beggars have money Dismemberment + 3, Hunting + 3, Hurl + 3, In-
and simply prefer this occupation. Daily, most beg- timidation + 5, Mangling + 3, Nature (Animals) +
gars tend to recieve 2 s.p. 3, Tanning + 3, Tracking + 3, Trapping + 3, 2 Weap-
Ability Requirements: None. ons (Specific), Wilderness Lore + 3, and Wrestling
Gender: Either. + 3.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Equipment: Most berserkers prefer to wear
troll. only hide or leather armor. Favored weapons in-
Disposition: Any. clude the footman’s war hammer, broad sword, long
Temperament: Beggars tend to be phleg- sword, battle axe, bipennis, and pole axe.
matic, not sanguine. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Sociality: Slave, peasant, or unemployed Advancement Points: Berserkers gain AP
serf. with each successful attack in combat. The points
Religion: Any. gained equal the resulting damage done to a foe.
Skills: Haggling + 3. Further, if combat occurred as part of a raid and
Equipment: A recepticle for coins is rec- led by the character’s barbarian clan or horde, then
ommended, such as a bowl or tankard. the berserker earns twice the AP.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Training: None.
Advancement Points: For every 10 silver Guild: None.
pieces received, 1 AP is acquired as a beggar.
Training: None.
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 Blacksmith bition are banished from the guild, if not the com-
This occupation specializes in the shaping munity. All members are discouraged by a 100 s.p.
of metal. For more information, see the Blacksmith fine from helping smiths outside of their guild, as
skill in Chapter 8: Skills. Blacksmiths do not craft well as making illegal keys or tools for thieves. Ap-
weapons or armor because of difficulty. Daily wages prentices must pay 200 s.p. to join the guild as a
are typically 5 s.p. journeyman, though sons of members may join for
Ability Requirements: Strength 100, Spa- free. If any member has more charcoal than needed,
tial Intelligence 90, and Intelligence (overal) 75. then it may only be sold to other members at a fixed
Gender: Female blacksmiths are rare. price, and no member may purchase more than nec-
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill essary for their work. Violators regarding charcoal
troll. pay 100 s.p. A master may not have more than 2
Disposition: Any. apprentices or own a slave; otherwise, a fee of 100
Temperament: Any. s.p. is charged.
Sociality: Peasant or serf. Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may
Religion: Any. apply for employment as a journeyman with their
Skills: Blacksmithing + 5 and Haggling + 3. guild.
Equipment: Forge, anvil, hammers, and For a journeyman to become a master, they
tongs. must be able financially to open their own shop,
Magic Points: Inapplicable. and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
Chapter 7: Occupation

Advancement Points: For every project approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
completed successfully, a blacksmith earns 1 AP. The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
Training: None. period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
Guild: Smiths’ Guild. Each apprentice must worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
serve 7 years. All members are prohibited from in- rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
juring each other including apprentices, or their appropriate.
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 Bladesmith Equipment: Forge, anvil, tongs, hammers,
This occupation is a specialized caste of etc.
weaponsmiths that shapes and forges blades. For Magic Points: Inapplicable.
those who observe chivalry, swords are only to be Advancement Points: For each weapon
sold to knights; it is illegal for characters other than forged successfully, 1 AP is earned.
knights to own or carry a sword in many societies. Training: None.
A fuller is a shallow, central groove that light- Guild: Smiths’ Guild. Each apprentice must
ens the blade, but also increases its strength. A pom- serve 10 years. All members are prohibited from
mel is the counterweight applied to the end of the injuring each other including apprentices, or their
tang. The tang is a narrow, unsharpened part of the property. Members accused of violating this prohi-
blade that runs through the handle. The crossguard bition are banished from the guild, if not the com-
is the name for a crosspiece in front of the handle munity. All members are discouraged by a 100 s.p.
that protects the hands of the wielder. The shoul- fine from helping smiths outside of their guild, as
der is the name of the part of the blade where the well as making illegal keys or tools for thieves. Ap-
tang and blade meet, and is where the crossguard is prentices must pay 200 s.p. to join the guild as a
secured. Leather is wrapped around the handle for journeyman, though sons of members may join for
the grip. A waisted grip is when the middle of the free. If any member has more charcoal than needed,
grip is thicker than its ends, and is common on bas- it may only be sold to other members at a fixed
tard swords. price, and no member may purchase more than nec-

Chapter 7: Occupation
A bladesmith will re-sharpen a blade for 1 essary for their work. Violators regarding charcoal
s.p. The sharpness of a blade affects damage (see pay 100 s.p. A master may not have more than 2
Damage under Weapons in Chap. 9: Equipment). Daily apprentices or own a slave; otherwise, a fee of 100
wages are typically 10 s.p. s.p. is charged.
Ability Requirements: Strength 90, Spa- Once an apprentice for 10 years, they may
tial Intelligence 90, and Intelligence (overall) 85. apply for employment as a journeyman with their
Gender: Female bladesmiths are rare. guild.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill For a journeyman to become a master, they
troll. must be able financially to open their own shop,
Disposition: Any. and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
Temperament: Any. approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
Sociality: Peasant or serf. The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
Religion: Any. period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
Skills: Haggling + 3 and Weaponsmithing worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
+ 5. rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.

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 Bookbinder Bounty Hunter
This occupation specializes in binding books. Fighters are those who are capable foes, but
For more information, see the Bookbinding skill in not formally trained. 3 classes of fighters exist as
Chapter 8: Skills. characters: berserkers, bounty hunters, and rangers.
A bookbinder will bind a book for 4 s.p. Usually, bounty hunters are employed to
Daily wages are typically 8 s.p. pursue fleeing villains and return them to justice.
Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi- Bounty hunters, it must be noted, typically special-
nation 90 and Intelligence 85. ize in either urban or wilderness settings, and only
Gender: Female bookbinders are rare. those who reach high level boast proficiency in both.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Daily wages are typically 6 s.p.
troll. Ability Requirements: Strength 100, Drive
Disposition: Any. 100, Intelligence 85, Intuition 105, and Common
Temperament: Any. Sense 100.
Sociality: Serf. Gender: Female bounty hunters are rare.
Religion: Any. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Skills: Bookbinding + 5 and Haggling + 3. troll.
Equipment: Whatever is necessary -- usu- Disposition: Any.
ally leather, wood, metal, and glue. Temperament: Bounty hunters tend not to
Magic Points: Inapplicable. be sanguine.
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Advancement Points: For each book Sociality: Serf.

bound, a bookbinder acquires 1 AP. Religion: Bounty hunters are usually not
Training: None. very religious, though they may be fanatical.
Guild: Bookbinders’ Guild. Each appren- Skills: Aim + 3, Brawling + 3, Direction
tice must serve 9 years. A masterpiece must be pro- Sense + 3, Intimidation + 3, Rope Use + 3, Search
duced to become a journeyman. + 3, Sight + 3, Sprint + 3, Tracking + 8, 2 Weapons
Once an apprentice for 9 years, they may (Specific), and Wrestling + 3.
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If Equipment: Usually, bounty hunters do not
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. encumber themselves with heavy armors, but travel
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- lightly so that they may move quickly and quietly
terpiece and make another skill check in 2 days. The when necessary. Every bounty hunter seems to pre-
Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check, be- fer a different weapon.
cause those in the guild who review the apprentice Magic Points: Inapplicable.
may dislike them or choose to keep them as an ap- Advancement Points: Bounty hunters gain
prentice for some corrupt reason. AP by fulfilling the goals of their employer, usually
For a journeyman to become a master, they by returning villains to justice. The points gained
must be able financially to open their own shop, equal the LP of the criminal multiplied by the equiva-
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive lent of the reward in gold pieces. Further, for every
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. successful attack on a foe, the bounty hunter gains
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every AP equal to half of the damage done to the foe.
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has Training: None.
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- Guild: None.
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.

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 Bowyer Brazier
This occupation specializes in crafting and This occupation specializes in shaping and
selling archery bows. Daily wages are typically 7 s.p. selling brass. Daily wages are typically 5 s.p.
Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi- Ability Requirements: Intelligence 85.
nation 100, Spatial Intelligence 100, and Intelligence Gender: Female braziers are rare.
(overall) 90. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Gender: Female bowyers are rare. troll.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Disposition: Any.
troll. Temperament: Any.
Disposition: Any. Sociality: Serf.
Temperament: Any. Religion: Any.
Sociality: Serf. Skills: Brass-smithing + 5 and Haggling +
Religion: Any. 3.
Skills: Bowyer + 5 and Haggling + 3. Equipment: Forge.
Equipment: Wood and knife. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Advancement Points: For each project in-
Advancement Points: For each archery volving the shaping of brass in which it is shaped
bow crafted successfully, 1 AP is acquired. successfully, 1 AP is acquired by the brazier.
Training: None. Training: None.

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Guild: Bowyers’ Guild. Each apprentice Guild: Smiths’ Guild. Each apprentice must
must serve 9 years. A masterpiece must be pro- serve 7 years. All members are prohibited from in-
duced to become a journeyman. juring each other including apprentices, or their
Once an apprentice for 9 years, they may property. Members accused of violating this prohi-
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If bition are banished from the guild, if not the com-
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. munity. All members are discouraged by a 100 s.p.
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- fine from helping smiths outside of their guild, as
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days. well as making illegal keys or tools for thieves. Ap-
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check, prentices must pay 200 s.p. to join the guild as a
because those in the guild who review the appren- journeyman, though sons of members may join for
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an free. If any member has more charcoal than needed,
apprentice for some corrupt reason. then it may only be sold to other members at a fixed
For a journeyman to become a master, they price, and no member may purchase more than nec-
must be able financially to open their own shop, essary for their work. Violators regarding charcoal
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive pay 100 s.p. A master may not have more than 2
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. apprentices or own a slave; otherwise, a fee of 100
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every s.p. is charged. Once an apprentice for 7 years, they
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has may apply for employment as a journeyman with
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- their guild.
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed For a journeyman to become a master, they
appropriate. must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.

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 Brewer is brewed. A large cauldron is necessary for ale and
This occupation specializes in brewing al- beer.
cohol. Ale and beer is brewed from barley and ce- Magic Points: Inapplicable.
real grains. Wine is fermented grapes. Mead is fer- Advancement Points: For every keg of al-
mented honey. The wine made by brewers cannot cohol brewed successfully, 1 AP is acquired by the
be sealed from the air. Therefore, wine spoils within brewer.
1 year. Hence, there are no vintages of wine. The Training: None.
best wine is fresh. Guild: Brewers’ Guild. Each apprentice
Every village not only has its brewers, but must serve 4 years. A masterpiece must be pro-
has them all up and down the street. Many, if not duced to become a journeyman.
most, are women. Brewing is freely permitted ev- Once an apprentice for 4 years, they may
erywhere. Brewers may be fined for weak ale or make a skill check as they ferment their masterpiece.
faulty measure. Not only barley, but oats and wheat If passed at TH 36, then they become a journey-
are used along with malt as principle ingredients. man. If failed, then they may begin fermenting an-
The procedure is to make a batch of ale, display a other masterpiece and make another skill check in
sign, and turn a character’s house into a temporary 1d10 days. The Aedile may overrule any master-
tavern. Daily wages are typically 6 s.p. piece skill check, because those in the guild who re-
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 80. view the apprentice may dislike them or choose to
Gender: Male brewers are uncommon. keep them as an apprentice for some corrupt rea-
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Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill son.

troll. For a journeyman to become a master, they
Disposition: Any. must be able financially to open their own shop,
Temperament: Any. and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
Sociality: Peasant or serf. approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
Religion: Any. The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
Skills: Brewing + 5, Haggling + 3, and Taste period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
+ 3. worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
Equipment: Different equipment is neces- rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
sary, depending on whether ale, beer, wine, or mead appropriate.

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 Brickmaker Brotheler
This occupation specializes in making bricks, This occupation specializes in the business
which are blocks of clay. Bricks may be dried in the of prostitution, namely gathering and training
sun, but are often baked in a kiln. In some cultures, whores. A brotheler1 gathers females who appear
city and palace walls are made of bricks. Daily wages attractive to males. Sometimes, female infants are
are typically 4 s.p. abandoned. A brotheler may purchase a female in-
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75. fant as a slave, then raise and train the slave to be a
Gender: Female brickmakers are rare. whore. Training a whore entails teaching her how
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill to get the most money from a male, and how to
troll. please males.
Disposition: Any. Brothels are popular and profitable far and
Temperament: Any. wide. Most brothelers hire 1 or more ruffians to
Sociality: Serf. stand near the exit of the brothel. The ruffians en-
Religion: Any. sure that whoever leaves has paid and has not harmed
Skills: Brickmaking + 5 and Haggling + 3. a whore. If a whore is harmed, then ruffians will
Equipment: A kiln. intimidate the customer into paying for their dam-
Magic Points: Inapplicable. ages. If the customer refuses or is unable to pay,
Advancement Points: For every thousand then the ruffians will brawl or maim the customer.
bricks made successfully by a brickmaker, 1 AP is Future attempts may be made to recover payment

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acquired. for services rendered or injured whores. Daily wages
Training: None. for a brotheler are typically 5 s.p. per whore.
Guild: Brickmakers’ Guild. Each appren- Usually, a brothel is built with public funds,
tice must serve 6 years. A masterpiece must be pro- such as taxes, and is leased to a manager, known as a
duced to become a journeyman. brotheler. The brotheler is responsible for recruit-
Once an apprentice for 6 years, they may ing whores and making sure whores follow rules.
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If Brothelers provide board and lodging. A municipal
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. brothel is called a prostibulum publicum. The mu-
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- nicipal brothel is built at a main intersection in a
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days. community. It is common for a whole neighbor-
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check, hood to be reserved for prostitution. A brothel is
because those in the guild who review the appren- known as a ‘good house’ or ‘great house’.
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an Public baths also function as brothels. Pub-
apprentice for some corrupt reason. lic baths do not outright employ whores, but cham-
For a journeyman to become a master, they bermaids. At a public bath, chambermaids must be
must be able financially to open their own shop, attractive and skilled at both cleaning, Seduction, and
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive Sexual Adeptness. In addition to steam rooms, pub-
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. lic baths also have bedchambers. Some public baths
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every have hours reserved only for 1 gender or the other.
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has Otherwise, bath houses receive both genders.
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- Aside from the municipal brothel, it is com-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed mon for a community to have numerous small, pri-
appropriate. vately-owned brothels. The private brotheler retains
2 or 3 chambermaids or whores on average. These
females may leave to visit their clients, or clients may
be received in the private brothel.
1. Information on brothelers has been obtained from Medieval Prostitution, by Jacques Rossiaud. For more information, see
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 The municipal brothel and the public baths Although brothels do not accept married
are closed during epidemics, just as commercial gath- men, those who are foreign to the community are
erings and dancing throughout the communities are not turned away. Except in bugbear brothels, a
prohibited. Normally, however, brothels are open whore in a brothel rarely mentions clients who de-
all day, every day. Some brothelers have their whores mand anal sex. Heterosexual sodomy is less fre-
undress in front of potential clients while in the quent than bestiality.
brothel, so that the client may make a good deci- The rape of a whore of a public brothel is
sion. punishable by a fee of 10 s.p. The rape of easy
The number of whores in the municipal women who have exposed themselves in public
brothel of a community tends to be 1% of the total places or in the private brothel is not punishable.
population. However, this does not include private Ability Requirements: Intelligence 85.
brothels, public baths, freelancers and vagabonds, Gender: Either.
courtesans, and of course, the occasional easy Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
woman with loose morals. troll.
A female brotheler may be a wife who man- Disposition: Brothelers tend not to be
ages whores to improve her family budget with the moral.
consent of her husband. A brothel may have a Temperament: Any.
procuress. A procuress is an experienced whore who Sociality: Serf or noble.
recruits new whores. A successful procuress must Religion: Any.
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be knowledgeable and persuasive. A procuress re- Skills: Cosmetics + 3, Haggling + 3 and In-
cruits rape victims, abandoned females, and solicits timidation + 3.
wives who feel constrained by marriage, as well as Equipment: None.
wives who are beaten. A procuress even recruits Magic Points: Inapplicable.
new whores at hospitals. Advancement Points: For every 500 silver
pieces collected from the whores, a brotheler ac-
quires 1 AP.
Training: None.
Guild: None.

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 Butcher Cabinetmaker
This occupation specializes in cutting, pre- This occupation specializes in building, deco-
paring, and selling meat. Animals such as chickens rating, and selling cabinets. Typically, only nobility
are kept alive so that the customer can decide which and royalty have cabinets of any kind. Daily wages
animal they want butchered. Each morning at sun- are typically 10 s.p.
rise, females who can afford to buy meat go to the Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi-
butcher to select breakfast for the family. Most of- nation 90, Spatial Intelligence 90, and Intelligence
ten, animals are butchered and preserved in the end (overall) 85.
of fall so that food may be supplied during the win- Gender: Female cabinetmakers are rare.
ter. Butchered meat is preserved with salt or by Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
smoking it. Butchers are known for substituting hu- troll.
man flesh for swine, since both meats taste so much Disposition: Any.
alike. Daily wages are typically 9 s.p. Temperament: Any.
Ability Requirements: Strength 90, Hand- Sociality: Serf
Eye Coordination 100, and Intelligence 85. Religion: Any.
Gender: Female butchers are rare. Skills: Carpentry + 5, Haggling + 3, and
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Weapon (Specific). The specific weapon is a knife.
troll. Equipment: Wood and knives.
Disposition: Any. Magic Points: Inapplicable.

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Temperament: Any. Advancement Points: For every cabinet
Sociality: Peasant or serf. built successfully, 1 AP is acquired by the cabinet-
Religion: Any. maker.
Skills: Haggling + 3, Weapon (Specific). The Training: None.
specific weapon is a cleaver. Guild: Cabinetmakers’ Guild. Each appren-
Equipment: Cleaver. tice must serve 11 years. A masterpiece must be
Magic Points: Inapplicable. produced to become a journeyman.
Advancement Points: For every 50 crea- Once an apprentice for 11 years, they may
tures butchered successfully, the butcher acquires 1 make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
AP. passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
Training: None. If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
Guild: Butchers’ Guild. Each apprentice terpiece and make another skill check in 1d100 days.
must serve 8 years. This guild mandates that butch- The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
ers must not mix the meat of male and female pigs, because those in the guild who review the appren-
or male and female horses. Violators must pay 100 tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
s.p. to the guild. The dislike of mixing meat from apprentice for some corrupt reason.
different sexes is common to most characters. For a journeyman to become a master, they
Once an apprentice for 8 years, they may must be able financially to open their own shop,
apply for employment as a journeyman with their and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
guild. For a journeyman to become a master, they approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
must be able financially to open their own shop, The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has appropriate.
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
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 Carpenter Carter/Teamster
This occupation specializes in woodwork- This occupation specializes in driving carts.
ing. Daily wages are typically 7 s.p. Carters of raw materials are paid piece-rate, which
Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi- is 1 s.p. per cartload. Daily wages are typically 5 s.p.
nation 90, Spatial Intelligence 90, and Intelligence Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75.
(overall) 80. Gender: Female carters/teamsters are rare.
Gender: Female carpenters are rare. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill troll.
troll. Disposition: Any.
Disposition: Any. Temperament: Any.
Temperament: Any. Sociality: Slave or serf.
Sociality: Peasant or serf. Religion: Any.
Religion: Any. Skills: Direction Sense + 3.
Skills: Carpentry + 5, Haggling + 3, and Equipment: None.
Weapon (Specific). The specific weapon is a knife. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Equipment: Wood and knives. Advancement Points: For every mile of
Magic Points: Inapplicable. driving a cart, 1 AP is acquired by the carter/team-
Advancement Points: For every 100 ster.
pounds of lumber labored successfully, the carpen- Training: None.
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ter acquires 1 AP. Guild: None.

Training: None.
Guild: Carpenters’ Guild. Each apprentice
must serve 7 years. A masterpiece must be pro-
duced to become a journeyman.
Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
because those in the guild who review the appren-
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
apprentice for some corrupt reason.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.

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 Cartwright Carver
This occupation specializes in building and This occupation specializes in carving fig-
selling carts. Daily wages are typically 6 s.p. ures and designs into wood, metal, and stone.
Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi- Kobold carvers are valued for carving unique de-
nation 100, Spatial Intelligence 90, and Intelligence signs on the backs of slaves. Daily wages are typi-
(overall) 85. cally 10 s.p., or 15 s.p. for kobold carvers of flesh.
Gender: Female cartwrights are rare. Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi-
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill nation 90 and Intelligence 75.
troll. Gender: Female carvers are rare.
Disposition: Any. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Temperament: Any. troll.
Sociality: Serf. Disposition: Any.
Religion: Any. Temperament: Any.
Skills: Carpentry + 5, Haggling + 3, and Sociality: Peasant or serf.
Weapon (Specific). The specific weapon is a knife. Religion: Any.
Equipment: Wood and knives. Skills: Weapon (specific). The specific
Magic Points: Inapplicable. weapon is a knife.
Advancement Points: For every cart suc- Equipment: A knife.
cessfully built, the cartwright acquires 10 AP. Magic Points: Inapplicable.

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Training: None. Advancement Points: For the successful
Guild: Cartwrights’ Guild. Each appren- completion of each project, a carver acquires 1 AP.
tice must serve 9 years. A masterpiece must be pro- Training: None.
duced to become a journeyman. Guild: Carvers’ Guild. Each apprentice
Once an apprentice for 9 years, they may must serve 8 years. A masterpiece must be pro-
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If duced to become a journeyman.
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. Once an apprentice for 8 years, they may
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days. passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check, If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
because those in the guild who review the appren- terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
apprentice for some corrupt reason. because those in the guild who review the appren-
For a journeyman to become a master, they tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
must be able financially to open their own shop, apprentice for some corrupt reason.
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive For a journeyman to become a master, they
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. must be able financially to open their own shop,
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
appropriate. worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.

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 Chambermaid whores are younger, and adultery is safer in a public
A chambermaid1 is a female who is employed bath, because of numerous hiding places. Cham-
to clean. A variety of masters or mistresses may bermaids at public baths prefer married male cus-
employ chambermaids to perform a variety of du- tomers, because they pay better and are of better
ties. social class, including nobles.
The master of a house may employ a cham- By 30, the age shows of a human chamber-
bermaid to clean his house, assist his wife, and plea- maid, and she is considered too old to work as a
sure he and his sons. The primary duty of the cham- chambermaid at a public bath. At this age, most
bermaid may be any of the above. Therefore, many chambermaids become married. The unfortunate
chambermaids are employed as whores as well. become beggars.
Numerous chambermaids are impregnated by their Daily wages are typically 4 s.p.
master or his sons. Ability Requirements: Common Sense 90.
The occupation of chambermaid is distinct Gender: Female only.
from similar occupations, such as laundress. If a Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
chambermaid is required to clean clothing, then she troll.
will also be required to perform other duties. Disposition: Any.
A manager (brotheler) of a public bath does Temperament: Any.
not hire whores, but chambermaids who perform Sociality: Slave, peasant, or serf.
the duties of whores, though they do not admit pub- Religion: Any.
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licly to it. To work at a public bath, a chambermaid Skills: Cleaning + 5.

must be attractive, and skilled at Cleaning, Seduc- Equipment: Depends on duties.
tion, and Sexual Adeptness, if not Contortion, Danc- Magic Points: Inapplicable.
ing, and Massage. The average age is 20 for a hu- Advancement Points: For each successful
man chambermaid at a public bath. day of cleaning that pleases the master or mistress,
Married men who seek pleasure outside of a chambermaid acquires 10 AP.
marriage frequent the public bath. Public baths are Training: None.
not subject to visits by the militia, the chambermaid/ Guild: None.

1. Information on chambermaids has been obtained from Medieval Prostitution, by Jacques Rossiaud. For more information,
see the References section at the end of this book.

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 Chancellor Chandler
A chancellor is the religious leader of the This occupation specializes in making and
dominant local religion of a castle, citadel, or city. selling candles and soaps. Daily wages are typically
There is only 1 chancellor per castle. Most chancel- 6 s.p.
lors are high-level hierophants. To be a chancellor, Ability Requirements: Intelligence 80.
a character must be at least a 1st level hierophant in Gender: Male chandlers are uncommon.
the religion of which they are a leader. However, Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
the chancellor is not necessarily the highest level troll.
hierophant. Each chancellor associates with local Disposition: Any.
nobility and royalty, and is subservient to the local Temperament: Any.
royalty. Sociality: Serf.
A chancellor may be appointed by local roy- Religion: Any.
alty. However, replacing a chancellor who was popu- Skills: Candlemaking + 5 and Haggling +
lar or powerful can be difficult, even for a popular 3.
or powerful royal character. The chancellor often Equipment: Wax and lye.
serves as a substitute for local royalty, such as when Magic Points: Inapplicable.
they are unavailable or sick. Daily wages are typi- Advancement Points: For every thousand
cally 60 s.p. candles or soaps made, the chandler acquires 1 AP.
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 100. Training: None.

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Gender: Either. Guild: Chandlers’ Guild. Each apprentice
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill must serve 4 years. A masterpiece must be pro-
troll. duced to become a journeyman.
Disposition: Any. Once an apprentice for 4 years, they may
Temperament: Any. make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
Sociality: Serf. passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
Religion: Any. If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
Skills: Etiquette + 5, Religion (Cultural) + terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
5, and Religion (Specific) + 5. The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
Equipment: None. because those in the guild who review the appren-
Magic Points: Determined by god and tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
priesthood. apprentice for some corrupt reason.
Advancement Points: For every compet- For a journeyman to become a master, they
ing religion that is driven away, converted, or which must be able financially to open their own shop,
submits to the religion of the chancellor, the chan- and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
cellor acquires 100 AP. For each year in which the approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
chancellor maintains the dominance of their reli- The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
gion, the chancellor acquires 100 AP. period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
Training: None. worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
Guild: None. rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.

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 Charioteer Cheesemaker
This occupation specializes in either build- This occupation specializes in making and
ing or driving chariots. Daily wages are typically 8 selling cheese. Daily wages are typically 6 s.p. For
s.p. more information on Cheesemaking, see Chapter 8:
Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi- Skills.
nation 100, Agility 100, and Intelligence 85. Ability Requirements: Intelligence 80.
Gender: Female charioteers are rare. Gender: Female cheesemakers are rare.
Race: Humans are the most popular chari- Race: Human.
oteers, but others include anakim, bugbears, and Disposition: Any.
kobolds. Ogres and trolls do not use chariots. Temperament: Any.
Disposition: Any. Sociality: Serf.
Temperament: Any. Religion: Any.
Sociality: Serf. Skills: Cheesemaking + 5 and Haggling +
Religion: Any. 3.
Skills: Charioteering + 3. Equipment: Milk.
Equipment: None. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Advancement Points: For each batch of
Advancement Points: For every chariot cheese produced successfully, a cheesemaker acquires
built successfully, a charioteer acquires 1 AP. For 1 AP.
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every chariot driven for 10 miles during competi- Training: None.

tion, combat, or warfare, the charioteer acquires 1 Guild: Cheesemakers’ Guild. Each appren-
AP. tice must serve 5 years. A masterpiece must be pro-
Training: None. duced to become a journeyman.
Guild: None. Once an apprentice for 5 years, they may
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
because those in the guild who review the appren-
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
apprentice for some corrupt reason.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
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 Chieftain Claspmaker
This occupation specializes in leading and This occupation specializes in shaping metal
controlling others in a clan or tribe. Daily wages are into small pieces that serve as clasps and hook to-
considered typically in goods or services, not cur- gether. Clasps are used on a variety of products,
rency. including: cabinets, chests, etc. Besides clasps,
Ability Requirements: None. claspmakers also make buckles, such as for belts.
Gender: Female chieftains are rare. Claspmakers sell their clasps to other occupations
Race: Anakim ,human, cliff ogre, and or guilds, as well as individual characters. Daily wages
gruagach ogre. are typically 7 s.p.
Disposition: Any. Ability Requirements: Spatial Intelligence
Temperament: Any. 90, and Intelligence (overall) 75.
Sociality: Royalty. Gender: Female claspmakers are rare.
Religion: Any. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Skills: Intimidation + 3. troll.
Equipment: None. Disposition: Any.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Temperament: Any.
Advancement Points: For every foe of the Sociality: Serf.
clan or tribe who is conquered in the presence of Religion: Any.
the chieftain, 5 AP is acquired. Skills: Blacksmithing + 3 and Haggling + 3.

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Training: None. Equipment: Forge, anvil, hammers, and
Guild: None. tongs.
Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Advancement Points: For each clasp suc-
cessfully completed, a claspmaker earns 1 AP.
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 Guild: Smiths’ Guild. Each apprentice must Clerk
serve 7 years. All members are prohibited from in- This occupation consists of educated assis-
juring each other including apprentices, or their tants, also called notaries, who perform clerical du-
property. Members accused of violating this prohi- ties for churches, guilds, and governments.
bition are banished from the guild, if not the com- Clerks are in the business of drawing up
munity. All members are discouraged by a 100 s.p. commercial contracts and other personal matters,
fine from helping smiths outside of their guild, as such as marriage agreements and wills. Notarial
well as making illegal keys or tools for thieves. Ap- cartularies are large books in which clerks or nota-
prentices must pay 200 s.p. to join the guild as a ries copy the formal and legal copy of a contract.
journeyman, though sons of members may join for The most general form of available contract
free. If any member has more charcoal than needed, is the ‘promissio et conventio,’ the promise and
then it may only be sold to other members at a fixed agreement. These contracts begin with “I promise
price, and no member may purchase more than nec- and agree that...” The parent, guardian, or future
essary for their work. Violators regarding charcoal pupil makes the promise and agreement to the mas-
pay 100 s.p. A master may not have more than 2 ter. If a future pupil is underage, then the parent or
apprentices or own a slave; otherwise, a fee of 100 guardian promises formally to the master. A fine,
s.p. is charged. usually 100 s.p., is noted in case the contract is bro-
Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may ken. The standard conditions are that the appren-
apply for employment as a journeyman with their tice will serve for a specified period of time to learn
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guild. the art or trade of the master. This agreement binds

For a journeyman to become a master, they the apprentice not to flee or marry without the per-
must be able financially to open their own shop, mission of the master.
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive Another form of contract is the rental agree-
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. ment. These contracts begin with “I rent and con-
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every cede...” A son or daughter is rented to the master.
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has The parent grants the master virtual authority over
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- the rented child. In turn, the master gives the ap-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed prentice food, lodging, and experience in their oc-
appropriate. cupation.
In both the promise and agreement as well
as the rental agreement contracts, it is common for
the master to promise to keep their apprentice in
sickness and in health. However, some masters in-
clude a clause stating that days lost due to illness are
to be added to the end of the term. Many times, an
apprentice will agree not to have sex on the prop-
erty of the master, or with any of the family mem-
bers of the master. It is common to include a clause
that the master’s wife does not have the right to
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 Wills are common documents. A player may Clockmaker
have their character visit a clerk and have a will drawn This occupation manufactures and sells
up in case of death, and may name any other living clocks. Simple methods of observing or recording
character as their beneficiary. If a player has mul- the passage of time include measuring shadows such
tiple characters created and ready in case their cur- as with sundials or obelisks, or with hourglasses.
rent character dies, then a player may not name an- However, mechanical timepieces exist as well, known
other character of theirs to be a beneficiary. as horologiums. These clocks utilize 500 lb. weights
Multiple copies of contracts are written and that drop a distance of 32 feet beneath bells in tow-
all are signed together. All copies of a contract are ers. The clock-face consists of a dial with only a
placed one over another and a symbol is cut into all single hand, which indicates the nearest quarter-hour.
of them in front of the signors to indicate authen- Clockmakers are considered the most skillful crafts-
ticity. men. Daily wages are typically 25 s.p.
Most clerks charge 2 s.p. per contract. Daily Ability Requirements: Spatial Intelligence
wages are typically 15 s.p. 100) and Intelligence (overall) 90.
Ability Requirements: Language 100 and Gender: Female clockmakers are rare.
Intelligence (overall) 90. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Gender: Female clerks are rare. troll.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Disposition: Any.
troll. Temperament: Any.

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Disposition: Clerks tend to be ethical. Sociality: Serf.
Temperament: Any. Religion: Any.
Sociality: Serf or noble. Skills: Clockmaking + 5 and Haggling + 3.
Religion: Any. Equipment: None.
Skills: Law + 3. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Equipment: None. Advancement Points: For each clock made
Magic Points: Inapplicable. successfully, a clockmaker acquires 10 AP.
Advancement Points: For each month of Training: None.
service rendered, a clerk acquires 1 AP. For each
contract signed between a master and apprentice, a
clerk acquires 1 AP.
Training: None.
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 Guild: Smiths’ Guild. Each apprentice must Cobbler
serve 12 years. All members are prohibited from This occupation specializes in the manufac-
injuring each other including apprentices, or their ture and selling of shoes and footwear. Cobblers
property. Members accused of violating this prohi- are also called shoemakers. Daily wages are typi-
bition are banished from the guild, if not the com- cally 10 s.p.
munity. All members are discouraged by a 100 s.p. Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi-
fine from helping smiths outside of their guild, as nation 100 and Intelligence 85.
well as making illegal keys or tools for thieves. Ap- Gender: Female cobblers are uncommon.
prentices must pay 200 s.p. to join the guild as a Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
journeyman, though sons of members may join for troll.
free. If any member has more charcoal than needed, Disposition: Any.
then it may only be sold to other members at a fixed Temperament: Any.
price, and no member may purchase more than nec- Sociality: Serf.
essary for their work. Violators regarding charcoal Religion: Any.
pay 100 s.p. A master may not have more than 2 Skills: Haggling + 3.
apprentices or own a slave; otherwise, a fee of 100 Equipment: Leather and scissors.
s.p. is charged. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Once an apprentice for 12 years, they may Advancement Points: For each pair of
apply for employment as a journeyman with their shoes or footwear crafted, a cobbler acquires 1/2
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guild. of 1 AP.
For a journeyman to become a master, they Training: None.
must be able financially to open their own shop, Guild: Cobblers’ Guild. Each apprentice
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive must serve 5 years. A masterpiece must be pro-
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. duced to become a journeyman.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every Once an apprentice for 5 years, they may
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
appropriate. terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
because those in the guild who review the appren-
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
apprentice for some corrupt reason.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
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 Collier Cook
This occupation specializes in producing and This occupation specializes in the prepara-
selling charcoal. Charcoal is produced by burning tion of food. Cooks begin preparing early in the
wood in a beehive kiln. Daily wages are typically 4 kitchen for breakfast. A kitchen fire must be pre-
s.p. pared, then an iron kettle is filled and heated, and
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75. the floor is swept. Finally, the cook prepares the
Gender: Either. meal.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Cheating in the kitchen is common. For ex-
troll. ample, cooks are known for substituting human flesh
Disposition: Any. for swine, since both meats taste so much alike.
Temperament: Any. Diners are totally unaware of the difference. Some
Sociality: Serf. recipes are available in Chapter 6: Sociality. Daily wages
Religion: Any. are typically 5 s.p.
Skills: Haggling + 3. Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75.
Equipment: Wood and a beehive kiln. Gender: Either.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Race: Any.
Advancement Points: For every full day of Disposition: Any.
successfully making charcoal, the collier acquires 1 Temperament: Any.
AP. For each cartload of charcoal sold, a collier Sociality: Peasant or serf.

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acquires 1 AP. Religion: Any.
Training: None. Skills: Cooking + 5, Smell + 3, and Taste +
Guild: Colliers’ Guild. Each apprentice 5.
must serve 5 years. A masterpiece must be pro- Equipment: Knives, spoons, pots, etc.
duced to become a journeyman. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Once an apprentice for 5 years, they may Advancement Points: For each meal
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If cooked succesfully, a cook acquires 1/5th of 1 AP.
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. Training: None.
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- Guild: None.
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check, ESSE.TIBI.VIDEOR.SAEVUS.
because those in the guild who review the appren- NIMIUMQUE.GULOSUS.
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an QUI.PROPTER.CENAM.
apprentice for some corrupt reason. RUSTICE.CAEDO.COCUM.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
SI.LEVIS.ISTA.TIBI.FLAGRORUM.
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive CAUSA.VIDETUR.
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. EX.QUA.VIS.CAUSA.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every VAPULET.ERGO.COCUS
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- Because my cook ruined the mutton
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
I thrashed him. You protested:
appropriate.
“Glutton! Tyrant! The punishment
should fit the crime -- you can’t
assault a man for a spoilt dinner.”
Yes, I can. What worse crime
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 Cooper Coppersmith
This occupation specializes in the manufac- This occupation specializes in working with
ture, repair, and sale of wooden tubs. Daily wages and selling copper. Daily wages are typically 8 s.p.
are typically 5 s.p. Ability Requirements: Intelligence 90.
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75. Gender: Female coppersmiths are rare.
Gender: Female coopers are rare. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill troll.
troll. Disposition: Any.
Disposition: Any. Temperament: Any.
Temperament: Any. Sociality: Serf.
Sociality: Serf. Religion: Any.
Religion: Any. Skills: Coppersmithing + 5 and Haggling +
Skills: Carpentry + 3, Haggling + 3, and 3.
Weapon (Specific). The specific weapon is a knife. Equipment: Hammer, anvil, and forge.
Equipment: Wood and knives. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Advancement Points: For each substantial
Advancement Points: For each wooden tub project completed successfully, a coppersmith ac-
crafted successfully, a cooper acquires 1 AP. quires 1 AP.
Training: None. Training: None.
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Guild: Coopers’ Guild. Each apprentice Guild: Smiths’ Guild. Each apprentice must
must serve 10 years. A masterpiece must be pro- serve 7 years. All members are prohibited from in-
duced to become a journeyman. juring each other including apprentices, or their
Once an apprentice for 10 years, they may property. Members accused of violating this prohi-
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If bition are banished from the guild, if not the com-
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. munity. All members are discouraged by a 100 s.p.
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- fine from helping smiths outside of their guild, as
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days. well as making illegal keys or tools for thieves. Ap-
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check, prentices must pay 200 s.p. to join the guild as a
because those in the guild who review the appren- journeyman, though sons of members may join for
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an free. If any member has more charcoal than needed,
apprentice for some corrupt reason. then it may only be sold to other members at a fixed
For a journeyman to become a master, they price, and no member may purchase more than nec-
must be able financially to open their own shop, essary for their work. Violators regarding charcoal
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive pay 100 s.p. A master may not have more than 2
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. apprentices or own a slave; otherwise, a fee of 100
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every s.p. is charged.
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- apply for employment as a journeyman with their
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed guild. For a journeyman to become a master, they
appropriate. must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
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 Courtesan Cowherd
This is a female occupation in which an at- This occupation specializes in herding cattle.
tractive and talented female specializes in delighting A cowherd must protect a herd of cattle from preda-
males with her knowledge and skills. A successful tors and thieves. Then, the cowherd sells the cattle
courtesan is skilled at many things. Most likely, a to skinners and butchers. Daily wages are typically
courtesan has additional skills that distinguish her 4 s.p.
from other courtesans. A male will hire a courtesan Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75.
to accompany him in public or during business deal- Gender: Female cowherds are rare.
ings. Since courtesans also supply sex, they are es- Race: Human.
sentially expensive, intelligent, and skillful whores Disposition: Any.
(see Whore). Courtesans are paid for each day of Temperament: Any.
service. Daily wages are typically 100 s.p., or 5 s.p. Sociality: Slave or peasant.
per hour. Religion: Any.
Ability Requirements: Physical Fitness 100, Skills: Animal Conditioning + 5 and Ani-
Bodily Attractiveness 130, Facial Charisma 130, Vo- mal Handling + 5.
cal Charisma 90, Kinetic Charisma 100, and Intelli- Equipment: None.
gence 90. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Gender: Female only. Advancement Points: For each herd that
Race: Bugbear, Black Dwarf, Dark Elf, is cowherded successfully, a cowherd acquires 10 AP.

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Human, and Kobold. Training: None.
Disposition: Any. Guild: None.
Temperament: Any.
Sociality: Serf or noble.
Religion: Any. Cupbearer
Skills: Acting (Drama) + 3, Cleaning + 3, A cupbearer is a character who brings and
Contortion + 3, Cooking + 3, Cosmetics + 5, Dance refills beverages at meals, feasts, and parties in a castle.
+ 5, Etiquette + 3, Massage + 5, Music + 3, Seduc- Daily wages are typically 5 s.p.
tion + 5, Sexual Adeptness + 5, Storytelling + 3, Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi-
and Weaving + 3. nation 90, and Intelligence 75.
Equipment: None. Gender: Either.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Advancement Points: For each satisfied troll.
customer, a courtesan acquires 10 AP. Disposition: Any.
Training: None. Temperament: Any.
Guild: None. Sociality: Slave or serf.
Religion: Any.
Skills: Etiquette + 5.
Equipment: None.
Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Advancement Points: For each meal in
which no drinks were spilled nor any problems re-
lated to cupbearing, a cupbearer acquires 1 AP.
Training: None.
Guild: None.

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 Cutler Dairymaid
This occupation specializes in crafting and This occupation specializes in milking cows
selling knives. Daily wages are typically 7 s.p. and selling milk to characters. Daily wages are typi-
Ability Requirements: Strength 85, Hand- cally 4 s.p.
Eye Coordination 90, and Intelligence 80. Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi-
Gender: Female cutlers are rare. nation 90 and Intelligence 75.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Gender: Female only.
troll. Race: Human.
Disposition: Any. Disposition: Any.
Temperament: Any. Temperament: Any.
Sociality: Serf. Sociality: Slave or peasant.
Religion: Any. Religion: Any.
Skills: Bladesmithing + 5, Carpentry + 3, Skills: Milking + 5 and Haggling + 3.
Haggling + 3, and Weapon (Specific). The specific Equipment: Bucket.
weapon is a knife. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Equipment: Forge, hammers, tongs, anvil, Advancement Points: For each cow milked,
and knives. a dairymaid acquires 1 AP. For each gallon of milk
Magic Points: Inapplicable. sold to a character, a dairymaid acquires 1 AP.
Advancement Points: For each knife Training: None.
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crafted successfully, a cutler acquires 1 AP. Guild: None.

Training: None.
Guild: Cutlers’ Guild. Each apprentice must
serve 8 years. A masterpiece must be produced to
become a journeyman.
Once an apprentice for 8 years, they may
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
because those in the guild who review the appren-
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
apprentice for some corrupt reason.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
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 Dancer Delouser
This occupation and pastime is concerned This occupation specializes in picking and
with bodily movement, usually to music. Daily wages removing lice, fleas, and bedbugs from the hair of
are typically 5 s.p. characters and beards of males. The removal of
Ability Requirements: Physical Fitness 90, such pests is a saleable service. Profitable delousers
Bodily Attractiveness 100, Kinetic Charisma 115, additionally apply the herb lavender, because it re-
Agility 115, and Intelligence 80. pels these pests.
Gender: Male dancers are uncommon. Elves rarely need delousers, even though they
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill have hair on their heads (but nowhere else). Under-
troll. ground races (dwarves, kobolds, and subterranean
Disposition: Any. trolls) rarely need delousers. Although ogres as well
Temperament: Any. as surface trolls need delousers, they rarely get ser-
Sociality: Slave or serf. viced.
Religion: Any. Daily wages are typically 5 s.p. in a human
Skills: Dance + 5. culture or 10 s.p. in a bugbear culture, though this is
Equipment: None. an annual average. Most delousers charge 1 s.p. for
Magic Points: Inapplicable. delousing 1 human, or 2 s.p. for delousing 1 bug-
Advancement Points: For each new dance bear. Delousers earn most of their wages in the
move mastered, a dancer acquires 10 AP. summer, and virtually starve in the winter.

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Training: None. Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi-
Guild: Dancers’ Guild. Each apprentice nation 90 and Intelligence 75.
must serve 4 years. A masterpiece must be pro- Gender: Female only.
duced to become a journeywoman. Race: Bugbear and human are most popu-
Once an apprentice for 4 years, she may lar. Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill troll.
make a skill check as she crafts her masterpiece. If Disposition: Any.
passed at TH 36, then she becomes a journeywoman. Temperament: Any.
If failed, then she may begin crafting another mas- Sociality: Serf.
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days. Religion: Any.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check, Skills: Delousing + 5 and Haggling + 3.
because those in the guild who review the appren- Equipment: None.
tice may dislike her or choose to keep her as an ap- Magic Points: Inapplicable.
prentice for some corrupt reason. Advancement Points: For each customer
For a journeywoman to become a mistress, who is deloused successfully, the delouser acquires 5
she must be able financially to open her own shop, AP.
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive Training: None.
approval, she must pass a Persuasion skill check. The Guild: None.
TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeywoman
has worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may
overrule this skill check or apply any modifier
deemed appropriate.

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 Dicemaker passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
Also called daserii, dicemakers are charac- If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
ters who make dice for a living. Playing dice is the terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
most popular gaming pastime. Dice are carved from The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
bone. Daily wages are typically 6 s.p. because those in the guild who review the appren-
Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi- tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
nation 100 and Intelligence 75. apprentice for some corrupt reason.
Gender: Either. For a journeyman to become a master, they
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill must be able financially to open their own shop,
troll. and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
Disposition: Any. approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
Temperament: Any. The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
Sociality: Serf. period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
Religion: Any. worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
Skills: Carving + 5. rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
Equipment: None. appropriate.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Members are forbidden from importing dice
Advancement Points: For each new die from other dicemakers. The only way that larger
crafted, a dicemaker acquires 1 AP. cities can support a dicemakers’ guild is to empha-
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Training: None. size exporting dice. Any dicemaker who makes

Guild: Dicemakers’ Guild. Each appren- loaded, marked, or clipped dice must pay a fine of
tice must serve 9 years, and masters are limited to 100 s.p. No trademark is allowed on dice. This
having no more than 2 apprentices at once. A mas- guild mandates that the following numbers must be
terpiece must be produced to become a journey- on opposite sides of the cube: 1 and 6, 2 and 5, and
man. 3 and 4. Also, this guild mandates that no master
Once an apprentice for 9 years, they may may make dice from the bones of a horse, since it is
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If considered unlucky.

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 Dockwalloper Doctor
A dockwalloper is a character who carries This occupation specializes in studying the
freight along the docks as a vessel is loaded or un- body and attempting to use that knowledge to help
loaded. Daily wages are typically 5 s.p. other characters suffering form sickness or disease.
Ability Requirements: Physical Fitness 85 Very few doctors exist.
and Intelligence 75. Most doctors specialize in their species, but
Gender: Male only. some doctors specialize in animals, and are called
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill veterinarians.
troll. The most common are bugbears and humans. The trained doctor is an aristocrat of pro-
Disposition: Any. fessionals, enjoying high status and excellent fees.
Temperament: Any. A doctor’s practice is naturally confined to nobility
Sociality: Slave, peasant, or serf. and royalty.
Religion: Any. After a preliminary 3-year course, the pro-
Skills: None. spective doctor takes a 5-year course, followed by a
Equipment: None. year’s internship with an experienced practitioner.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. He is then allowed to take a formal examination. If
Advancement Points: For each vessel completed successfully, then he receives a license to
loaded or unloaded, a dockwalloper acquires 10 AP. practice.
Training: None. Medical education includes education about

Chapter 7: Occupation
Guild: None. the skills of Divination (Astrology) and Divination
(Numerology), and magic. Constellations and plan-
ets are believed to preside over different parts of
the body. Numerology provides complicated guides
for the course of an illness. The body is believed to
have 4 humors and 3 spirits, all of which must be
checked by the examination of the urine and stool,
and by feeling the pulse. Adjustments are commonly
made by bloodletting, from the side of the body
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 The most frequent demand for medical aid Draper
is the treatment of wounds and injuries. Here the This occupation specializes in cloth. Linen
surgeon achieves his best success, even showing is thread that is spun from flax and obtained from a
some understanding of the problem of infection. threadmaker (ropemaker). Cloth may be made by
The doctor applies such medicaments as the steril- hand or with an ancient machine called a handloom.
ized whites of eggs to wounds caused by Hacking Another occupation, the weaver/embroiderer, also
or Stabbing. makes cloth, though a weaver and a draper are dis-
The fee charged by a doctor is scaled to the tinctly different. A draper makes linen cloth, crafts
wealth and class of the patient. Therefore, doctors the cloth into drapes, and sells them. Oftentimes,
receive piece-rate wages. Daily wages are typically drapers sell their cloth to tailors. Daily wages are
200 s.p. typically 5 s.p.
Ability Requirements: Analytic Intelligence Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi-
115, Intelligence (overall) 105, and Intuition 100. nation 85 and Intelligence 80.
Gender: Male only. Gender: Female only.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Race: Human.
troll. Disposition: Any.
Disposition: Any. Temperament: Any.
Temperament: Any. Sociality: Serf.
Sociality: Noble. Religion: Any.
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Religion: Any. Skills: Haggling + 3 and Weaving + 5.

Skills: Anatomy + 3, Diagnosing + 3, Divi- Equipment: Cloth and scissors.
nation (Astrology), Divination (Numerology), Sur- Magic Points: Inapplicable.
gery + 3, and Weapon (Specific). The specific Advancement Points: For each substantial
weapon is for each piece of surgical equipment. project completed successfully, a draper acquires 1
Equipment: Surgical equipment includes AP.
scissors, speculum, razor, scalpel, needle, and lan- Training: None.
cet. Guild: Drapers’ Guild. Each apprentice
Magic Points: Inapplicable. must serve 4 years. A masterpiece must be pro-
Advancement Points: For each patient fully duced to become a journeywoman.
healed, a doctor acquires 10 AP. Once an apprentice for 4 years, she may
Training: None. make a skill check as she crafts her masterpiece. If
Guild: None. passed at TH 36, then she becomes a journeywoman.
If failed, then she may begin crafting another mas-
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
because those in the guild who review the appren-
tice may dislike her or choose to keep them as an
apprentice for some corrupt reason.
For a journeywoman to become a mistress,
she must be able financially to open her own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, she must pass a Persuasion skill check. The
TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeywoman
has worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may
overrule this skill check or apply any modifier
deemed appropriate.

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 Druid Ability Requirements
Priests are those who have devoted their lives
to a god, philosophy, or religion. The occupation Spe ll Le ve l Language Wis dom
of a priest is the most diverse due to the number of 1 105 110
2 110 115
different gods and philosophies. Therefore, priests 3 115 120
are unable to be standardized or generalized, and 4 120 125
are only introduced briefly here; most of the infor- 5 125 130
mation relevant to a priesthood may be found in 6 130 135
Neveria (Fantasy World). 2 main classes of priests 7 135 140
8 140 145
will be introduced: hierophants and druids. 9 145 150
All priests must meet minimum score requi- 10 150 155
sites in the sub-ability of Language and the ability
of Wisdom. Further, these requirements become Priests cast only chaos magic (see Chap. 11:
more stringent as spell level increases. Hence, a priest Magic).
may attain high levels, but be limited in spellcasting
ability. Consult the table for ability requirements. Piety Points
Priests gain access to spells as granted by All spells cast by priests are affected accord-
their gods. Usually, priests have dreams induced by ing to their PP. All aspects of a spell are affected,
their god regarding the proper ingredients and ritual including damage, duration, range, etc. If a discrep-

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necessary for casting a certain spell, or they are in- ancy arises, then the Aedile is the final arbiter of a
structed by other priests of the same faith. If a specific effect with a specific spell. Consult the table
chant is required for a spell, then a priest speaks in below:
tongues, influenced by their god or religion. In any
case, priests may cast any spells from their god as PP Effe c t
long as they have enough MP at the moment. 1 -5 - 100%
6 -1 5 - 75%
Similarly, as a priest advances in level, pro- 1 6 -3 0 - 50%
vided they meet the minimum requisites per spell 3 1 -7 0 - 25%
level, their odds of increasing in spell level are noted 7 1 -8 5 -
on the table on the next page entitled ‘Likelihood 8 6 -9 5 + 10%
of Advancing in Spell Level.’ 9 6 -1 0 0 + 25%

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 Perhaps the most educated of priests and Druids consider the oak tree, mistletoe, and
characters, druids must pass 20 years of schooling yew tree as sacred. Rituals are customarily conducted
before earning the title of druid. Therefore, due to in oak forests. Druids extensively use altars, usually
the intensive training and education, a character must as unhewn stone slabs or megaliths found in cham-
begin as a druid at 1st level, and also add 10 years to bers in small caves. Atop these caves, when pos-
their starting age. In order to become a druid after sible, are circles of megaliths or large stones. Circles
gaining levels in another occupation, the character are important to druids, symbolizing the cycles of
must solely devote 20 years to druidic study. nature.
While druids are priests, they also perform Regarding spells, druids must choose 2 of
other functions where their culture is dominant, in- the 5 magical disciplines, avoiding the opposite dis-
cluding religious teachers, judges, and civil adminis- ciplines (see Chap. 11: Magic). Druids acquire 1d4
trators. Supreme power is vested in the archdruid spells per occupational level. The specific spells are
of a culture. determined randomly within their disciplines. Spells
There are 3 classes of druids: bards, proph- are granted collectively by the gods worshipped.
ets, and priests. Bards function as per the bard oc- When a druid advances an occupational level,
cupation (not druids), except bardic druids are very the player must roll 1d100 and consult the table be-
concerned with nature and balance. Prophets func- low. The table lists the percentage chance of ad-
tion as per the sorcerer occupation (not druids), ex- vancing to a higher spell level. Future spells are de-
cept that they are always female, do not enjoy the termined randomly by spell level and discipline.
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powers and privileges of the druidic priests, and are

very concerned with nature and balance. Druidic
priests, the actual druids, are always male and as-
sisted by prophets.

Like lihood of A dvanc ing in Spe ll Le ve l

O c c upational Spe ll Le ve l
Le ve l 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
2 20% - - - - - - - -
3 28% 16% - - - - - - -
4 35% 24% 13% - - - - - -
5 43% 32% 19% 10% - - - - -
6 50% 37% 25% 15% 7% - - - -
7 60% 44% 32% 21% 13% 5% - - -
8 70% 50% 38% 27% 18% 10% 4% - -
9 80% 60% 44% 33% 24% 15% 12% 3% -
10 90% 70% 50% 38% 29% 20% 16% 10% 2%
11 100% 80% 60% 44% 34% 25% 22% 14% 12%
12 - 90% 70% 50% 40% 30% 25% 18% 16%
13 - 100% 80% 60% 45% 35% 29% 22% 20%
14 - - 90% 70% 50% 40% 33% 26% 24%
15 - - 100% 80% 60% 45% 38% 30% 28%
16 - - - 90% 70% 50% 42% 34% 32%
17 - - - 100% 80% 60% 46% 38% 36%
18 - - - - 90% 70% 50% 42% 40%
19 - - - - 100% 80% 60% 46% 44%
20 - - - - - 90% 70% 50% 48%

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 Druidic Circle of Effect: Druids know that Result = (11) + (11)(1.41 - 1)
when they gather in a circle and cast the same spell simplified:
together, their power increases substantially. No Result = (11) + (11)(0.41)
other type of spellcaster is entitled to the effects simplified:
granted by a circle. The circle must consist of all Result = (11) + (4.51)
druids. A circle consists of at least 2 druids. Any simplified:
combination of druidic occupational levels may Result = 15.51
comprise a circle. truncate:
All aspects of the druidic circle of effect Result = 15
must be performed in unison. Because of the diffi- Since this spell requires touch, all druids in
culty, the chance of failure is a percentage equal to the circle must touch the intended recipient in uni-
the square root of the number of druids in the circle. son in order to heal 15 LP, instead of 11 LP if cast
For instance, in a circle of 9 druids, the chance of individually.
failure is 3% (since the square root of 9 is 3). The Ability Requirements: Intelligence 115 and
chance of failure is rolled by the most powerful druid Wisdom 115.
in the circle. If failure occurs, then each druid in Gender: Male only.
the circle must roll for an effect in Appendix 3: Ran- Race: Human.
dom Magical Effects. Disposition: All druids are neutral regard-
Even though a druidic circle of effect is pow- ing ethics and morality; druids seek a balance of all

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erful, druids are sufficiently rare that it is difficult to forces in nature.
find a number of druids, let alone a number who Temperament: Druids tend to have a bal-
can cast the same spell. anced temperament.
A druidic circle of effect causes an increase Sociality: Few druids are originally peasants.
in the effectiveness of a spell, including its range, Most are serfs or nobles.
area, duration, damage, and any other effect deemed Religion: Druids believe that they are de-
appropriate by the Aedile. The formula to deter- scendants of a supreme being. Druids do not solely
mine the effectiveness of a druidic circle of effect is worship 1 god, but a collection of gods who all func-
as follows: tion together as nature. Many druids, of course,
have their favorite god in this pantheon, but all are
Result = (Ex) + Ex(N½ - 1) given respect. Druidic religion usually centers around
a grove of stones arranged to represent things such
Let E = the sum of as a calendar, a god worshipped, or a constellation.
Let x = effect
Let N = number of druids
Note that N½ = the square root of N

As an example, assume 2 druids form a circle

and cast Lesser Healing. The player of the first druid
determines that he would heal 2 LP without being
in the druidic circle of effect. The player of the
second druid determines that he would heal 9 LP.
The sum of these effects is 11. The number of
druids is 2. Using a calculator, the square root of 2
= 1.41. According to the formula above:

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 Skills: Agriculture + 3, Anatomy + 3, Ani- Duke/Duchess
mal Handling + 5, Appraise + 3, Constellations + 3, This occupation is for royalty. Only a king
Cosmos (General Planes) + 5, Direction Sense + 3, or queen can make a character become a duke or
Herbalism + 5, History Culture + 3, History Leg- duchess. If the character accepts, then the duke or
ends + 3, History Local + 3, History Military + 3, duchess pledges allegiance to their king or queen.
may read and write as many languages as Intelligence Then, the king or queen grants the duke or duchess
allows, Math (Fundamental) + 5, 1 Musical Instru- a castle and land, which is their fief and called a
ment, Nature (Animals) + 5, Nature (Beasts) + 5, duchy. A duke or duchess answers only to the king
Nature (Birds) + 5, Nature (Fish) + 5, Nature (Ge- or queen. Otherwise, the duke or duchess may com-
ography) + 5, Nature (Humanoids) + 5, Nature mand the characters of their castle and land as de-
(Minerals) + 5, Nature (Mycology) + 5, Nature sired, who are their vassals, including barons and
(Plants) + 5, Nature (Trees) + 5, Persuasion + 3, baronesses. Each hamlet and village on the land of
Philosophy + 3, Religion Cultural + 8, Riding + 3, the duke or duchess will be in the safekeeping of a
Complex Ritual + 5, Symbology + 3, Toxicology + lord or lady. Each lord and lady on their land is
3, Tracking + 3, 1 Weapon (Specific), Weather Pre- subordinate to a baron or baroness. Each baron or
diction + 5, and Wilderness Lore + 5. baroness is subordinate to the duke or duchess.
Equipment: Druids usually restrict them- Additionally, a duke or duchess is usually a
selves to wearing a robe and typically carry a cer- member of a council of the king or queen and must
emonial dagger and an ornate quarterstaff. In gen- often travel to their court. The daily duties of a
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eral, druids shun possessions that may not be found duke or duchess are overwhelming. Instead of
in nature. lounging around their castle, a duke or duchess is
Magic Points: Druids begin with (18 + busy constantly. Daily wages are typically 100 s.p.
1d12) MP per occupational level and recover a num- Due to the military nature of this occupa-
ber of points per hour equal to their current occu- tion, most dukes are experienced knights and were
pational level. For example, a 3rd level druid recov- promoted after loyal service as barons.
ers 3 MP per hour. Unlike wizards, hierophants do Ability Requirements: Intelligence 85 and
not recover MP more quickly while asleep. As dru- Common Sense 115.
ids advance in occupational level, they gain an addi- Gender: Dukes are male, duchesses are fe-
tional (18 + 1d12) MP. male.
Advancement Points: Druids gain AP with Race: Anakim, bugbear, dwarf, human, and
each successful act that promotes a balance, though kobold.
not just any act, but an act that was difficult, danger- Disposition: Dukes tend to be ethical.
ous, or life-threatening. Points may be gained in 3 Temperament: Dukes tend to be choleric
ways: with successful skill checks of the skills listed and melancholic.
above, successful attacks in life-threatening combat, Sociality: Royalty.
and the successful casting of a spell. Respectively, Religion: Dukes may worship any god en-
points gained equal half of the adjusted number that dorsed by their king or queen.
passed the skill check, half of the damage done to a Skills: Cartography + 3, Etiquette + 3, Ge-
foe in combat, and half of the MP used when cast- nealogy + 3, Heraldry + 5, History (Cultural) + 3,
ing a spell. History (Local) + 3, History (Military) + 3, Law +
Training: None. 5, and Language (Read/Write).
Guild: None. Equipment: None.
Magic Points: Inapplicable.

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 Advancement Points: A duke advances Dyer
according to the profit and prosperity of their vas- This occupation specializes in dyes. After a
sals and lands. Every 7 years the wealth of each product is dyed, the dyer sells it or returns it to the
vassal is recorded. If the wealth of the vassals in- guild from which it was obtained. Dyers work closely
creases by 5% since the previous record, then the with drapers, tailors, and weavers. The work is risky,
duke increases 1 occupational level. Every 6 months because the product may be ruined by a failed at-
the economy is recorded, which is comprised of tempt at dying. A dyer does not receive a daily wage
local and foreign trade. If, as a whole, the local or or a rate for piece-work, but a salary for a given
foreign economy increases by 5%, then the duke period of time. On average, though, their wages
increases 1 occupational level. are 6 s.p. per day.
Training: None. Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75.
Guild: None. Gender: Male dyers are uncommon.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
troll.
Disposition: Any.
Temperament: Any.
Sociality: Serf.
Religion: Any.
Skills: Dying + 5 and Haggling + 3.

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Equipment: Dye.
Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Advancement Points: For each item dyed
successfully, 1/10th of 1 AP is acquired by a dyer.
Training: None.
Guild: Dyers’ Guild. Each apprentice must
serve 6 years. A masterpiece must be produced to
become a journeywoman.
Once an apprentice for 6 years, they may
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
because those in the guild who review the appren-
VIDEO.MELIORA.PROBOQUE. tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
DETERIORA.SEQUOR apprentice for some corrupt reason.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
I see the better course The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
and approve of it, period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
but I follow the worse. rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.

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 Enameler Engineer
This occupation is specialized with enamel, This occupation is specialized with the de-
which is often used artistically. Daily wages are typi- sign and operation of engines, machines, and struc-
cally 6 s.p. tures. Each engineer must specialize in 1 (and only
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 85. 1) of the following: designing buildings, designing
Gender: Female enamelers are rare. bridges, designing fortifications, designing siege en-
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill gines, and operating siege engines. Daily wages are
troll. typically 16 s.p.
Disposition: Any. Ability Requirements: Intelligence 100.
Temperament: Any. Gender: Female engineers are rare.
Sociality: Serf. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Religion: Any. troll.
Skills: Enameling + 5 and Haggling + 3. Disposition: Any.
Equipment: Enamel. Temperament: Any.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Sociality: Nobility.
Advancement Points: For each successful Religion: Any.
completion of a project, an enameler acquires 1 AP. Skills: Architecture + 5, Math (Geometry)
Training: None. + 5, and Math (Trigonometry) + 5.
Guild: Enamelers’ Guild. Each apprentice Equipment: None.
Chapter 7: Occupation

must serve 10 years. Each master may have only 1 Magic Points: Inapplicable.
apprentice. A masterpiece must be produced to be- Advancement Points: For each successful
come a journeyman. completion of a project, an engineer acquires 100
Once an apprentice for 10 years, they may AP.
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If Training: None.
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. Guild: None.
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
because those in the guild who review the appren-
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
apprentice for some corrupt reason.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.

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 Engraver Farmer
This occupation specializes in engraving This occupation specializes in plowing, plant-
items and then selling the items. Daily wages are ing, growing, and harvesting edible plants. Farmers
typically 8 s.p. perform different duties depending on the season
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 85. and crop.
Gender: Female engravers are rare. Before seeds may be planted, the ground
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill must be plowed. The fields are plowed in early spring
troll. and early fall. A plow is dragged across the field by
Disposition: Any. oxen, and breaks up the soil to prepare the field for
Temperament: Any. planting.
Sociality: Serf. Horse, oxen, and pig defecation is collected
Religion: Any. throughout the year and distributed across the fields
Skills: Engraving + 5 and Haggling + 3. prior to planting. This defecation fertilizes the soil.
Equipment: None. Seeds are planted by hand in the spring and fall.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Harvesting is the retrieval of crops from the
Advancement Points: For each successful fields. The harvesting of hay is done in the begin-
completion of a project, an engraver acquires 1 AP. ning of summer, and the harvesting of wheat is done
Training: None. in the end of summer and beginning of fall. While
Guild: Engravers’ Guild. Each apprentice harvesting, a farmer uses a scythe to retrieve the

Chapter 7: Occupation
must serve 7 years. A masterpiece must be pro- crops. Farmers work from sunrise to sunset during
duced to become a journeyman. harvest. Commonly, a festival is held by the lord for
Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may the farmers when the harvest is completed.
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If Wheat is gathered by women into bundles,
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. loaded onto a cart, removed from the field, and
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- stored in a barn so that it can dry. The carts are
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days. drawn by horses or oxen, are piled high, and often
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check, tip over.
because those in the guild who review the appren-
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
apprentice for some corrupt reason.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive SEPTIMA.IAM.PHILEROS.
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. TIBI.CONDITUR.UXOR.IN.AGRO.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every PLUS.NULLI.PHILEROS.QUAM.
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has TIBI.REDDIT.AGER
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.

Seven wives you’ve had -- all dead

And buried in one field.
Of whom can it be said
His land gives richer yield?

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 Winnowing is the process of separating grain Fisherman
from the chaff or outer casing. Wheat is threshed This occupation specializes in removing fish
or beaten to separate the grain from the staff. Once from bodies of water. Once caught, fish are sold to
the grain is separated, it is sold to millers. Winnow- a fishmonger. Daily wages are typically 6 s.p.
ing is done in the end of summer and beginning of Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75.
fall. Gender: Female fishermen are rare.
Miscellaneous duties of a farmer include Race: Any but elf, ogre, or troll. Bugbears
weeding and scaring away birds and some creatures. are fond of catching salmon.
Daily wages are typically 4 s.p. Disposition: Any.
Ability Requirements: Strength 80 and Temperament: Any.
Intelligence 75. Sociality: Serf.
Gender: Either. Religion: Any.
Race: Human. Skills: Fishing + 5.
Disposition: Any. Equipment: Net.
Temperament: Any. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Sociality: Slave or peasant. Advancement Points: For each captured
Religion: Any. fish, a fisherman acquires 1/10th of 1 AP.
Skills: Agriculture + 5. Training: None.
Equipment: Plow, ox, and seeds. Guild: None.
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Magic Points: Inapplicable.

Advancement Points: For each field of
crops grown successfully, the farmer acquires 5 AP.
For each field of crops that the farmer has never
grown before and which grew successfully, the
farmer acquires 10 AP.
Training: None.
Guild: None.

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 Fishmonger Fletcher
This occupation deals in selling and distrib- This occupation specializes in the manufac-
uting fish and products derived from fish. Daily ture and sale of arrows. Daily wages are typically 6
wages are typically 8 s.p. s.p.
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75. Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi-
Gender: Female fishmongers are rare. nation 90, Spatial Intelligence 90, and Intelligence
Race: Any but ogre or troll. (overall) 85.
Disposition: Any. Gender: Female fletchers are rare.
Temperament: Any. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Sociality: Serf. troll.
Religion: Any. Disposition: Any.
Skills: Haggling + 5. Temperament: Any.
Equipment: Fish. Sociality: Serf.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Religion: Any.
Advancement Points: For each fish or Skills: Fletching + 5, Haggling + 3, and
equivalent in size of fish product sold, a fishmonger Weapon (Specific). The specific weapon is a knife.
acquires 1/10th of 1 AP. Equipment: Sticks, feathers, and a knife.
Training: None. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Guild: Fishmongers’ Guild. Each appren- Advancement Points: For each arrow

Chapter 7: Occupation
tice must serve 4 years. Once an apprentice for 4 crafted successfully, a fletcher acquires 1/10th of 1
years, they may apply for employment as a journey- AP.
man with their guild. Training: None.
For a journeyman to become a master, they Guild: Fletchers’ Guild. Each apprentice
must be able financially to open their own shop, must serve 7 years. A masterpiece must be pro-
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive duced to become a journeyman.
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
appropriate. The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
because those in the guild who review the appren-
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
apprentice for some corrupt reason.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.

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 Forester Fuller
This occupation specializes in the clearing This occupation specializes in working with
of forests and the production of lumber. Daily wool. Most clothes are made of wool and are pur-
wages are typically 9 s.p. chased from a fuller. Daily wages are typically 5 s.p.
Ability Requirements: Strength 90 and Ability Requirements: Intelligence 80.
Intelligence 75. Gender: Either.
Gender: Female foresters are rare. Race: Any but ogre and troll.
Race: Anakim, bugbear, and human. Disposition: Any.
Disposition: Any. Temperament: Any.
Temperament: Any. Sociality: Serf.
Sociality: Serf. Religion: Any.
Religion: Any. Skills: Haggling + 3 and Tailoring + 5.
Skills: Foresting + 5. Equipment: Sheep.
Equipment: A big, 2-handed pit saw is used Magic Points: Inapplicable.
to cut trees. Advancement Points: For each amount of
Magic Points: Inapplicable. wool equal to that which comes from 1 sheep that
Advancement Points: For each tree cut is used productively, a fuller acquires 1 AP.
down, removed, and made into lumber, a forester Training: None.
acquires 1 AP. Guild: Fullers’ Guild. Each apprentice must
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Training: None. serve 5 years. A masterpiece must be produced to

Guild: None. become a journeyman.
Once an apprentice for 5 years, they may
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
because those in the guild who review the appren-
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
apprentice for some corrupt reason.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.

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 Furrier Gardener
This occupation specializes in furs. Animals This occupation specializes in the cultiva-
are trapped, and their fur is removed and sold. tion of gardens. A gardener plants, waters, harvests,
Clothes for most nobles and few serfs are trimmed and sells the vegetables of their garden. Daily wages
with fur. Humans and dark elves especially value are typically 4 s.p.
bugbear fur. Daily wages are typically 8 s.p. Ability Requirements: Intelligence 80.
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 85. Gender: Either.
Gender: Females furriers are rare. Race: Bugbear and human, but the most
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill common is elf.
troll. Disposition: Any.
Disposition: Any. Temperament: Any.
Temperament: Any. Sociality: Peasant or serf.
Sociality: Serf. Religion: Any.
Religion: Any. Skills: Agriculture + 5 and Haggling + 3.
Skills: Haggling + 3 and Tailoring + 3. Equipment: Seeds and water.
Equipment: Traps for animals. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Advancement Points: For each acre in
Advancement Points: For each animal which over 99% of the plants grow successfully, a
trapped that has an acceptable fur, 1 AP is acquired gardener acquires 10 AP, multiplied by the number

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by a furrier. of different plants grown.
Training: None. Training: None.
Guild: Furriers’ Guild. Each apprentice Guild: None.
must serve 6 years. A masterpiece must be pro-
duced to become a journeyman. Discord exists be-
tween the Furriers’ Guild and the Tailors’ Guild.
Once an apprentice for 6 years, they may
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
because those in the guild who review the appren-
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
apprentice for some corrupt reason.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
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 Gemcutter Gilder
This occupation specializes in cutting, pol- This occupation specializes in overlaying
ishing, and finishing gems. Once finished, gems are gold onto objects. Daily wages are typically 50 s.p.
sold to the public or jewelers. Daily wages are typi- Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi-
cally 50 s.p. nation 90 and Intelligence 90.
Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi- Gender: Female gilders are rare.
nation 100 and Intelligence 100. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Gender: Female gemcutters are rare. troll.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Disposition: Any.
troll. Temperament: Any.
Disposition: Any. Sociality: Serf.
Temperament: Any. Religion: Any.
Sociality: Serf. Skills: Goldsmithing + 3 and Haggling + 3.
Religion: Any. Equipment: Gold and tools.
Skills: Gemcutting + 5, Haggling + 3. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Equipment: Gems and tools. Advancement Points: For each successful
Magic Points: Inapplicable. completion of a project, a gilder acquires 1 AP.
Advancement Points: For each gem suc- Training: None.
cessfully cut, polished, and finished, a gemcutter Guild: Gilders’ Guild. Each apprentice must
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acquires 1 AP. serve 10 years. A masterpiece must be produced to

Training: None. become a journeyman.
Guild: Jewelers’ Guild. Each apprentice Once an apprentice for 10 years, they may
must serve 12 years. A masterpiece must be pro- make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
duced to become a journeyman. passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
Once an apprentice for 12 years, they may If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- because those in the guild who review the appren-
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days. tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check, apprentice for some corrupt reason.
because those in the guild who review the appren- For a journeyman to become a master, they
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an must be able financially to open their own shop,
apprentice for some corrupt reason. and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
For a journeyman to become a master, they approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
must be able financially to open their own shop, The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has appropriate.
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.

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 Girdler Gladiator
This occupation specializes in making girdles, Warriors are the most common, and per-
such as belts and sashes. A girdler makes arrange- haps necessary, adventurers. Without the bravado
ments with a tanner to purchase large quantities of of warriors, combat would be exceedingly difficult
tanned leather for a lower price. Then, the girdler for other occupations. 5 different classes of war-
makes girdles and sells them to the public. Daily riors exist, each with different advantages and dis-
wages are typically 13 s.p. advantages. The typical warrior, compared to other
Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi- occupations, is not restricted regarding arms and
nation 85 and Intelligence 80. armor, and is the deadliest foe at close quarters. The
Gender: Female girdlers are rare. classes of warriors include gladiator, knight, merce-
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill nary, militiaman, and soldier.
troll. These warriors often receive little or no for-
Disposition: Any. mal training, and are most likely to be slaves or pris-
Temperament: Any. oners. Though their training is usually informal, they
Sociality: Serf. often rigorously train themselves.
Religion: Any. Although most human towns or cities had
Skills: Girdlemaking + 5 and Haggling + 3. coliseums nearly a thousand years ago, few have them
Equipment: Tools for working leather. today. However, most towns or cities of bugbears,
Magic Points: Inapplicable. kobolds, and trolls have gladiatorial coliseums, or at

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Advancement Points: For each girdle made least some sort of arena. The largest coliseum en-
successfully, a girdler acquires 5 AP. tertains 50,000-80,000 spectators. Gladiatorial games
Training: None. are very diverse, and many coliseums have their own
Guild: Girdlers’ Guild. Each apprentice rules and favorite games. Before combat begins, it
must serve 7 years. A masterpiece must be pro- is customary that the combatants address the local
duced to become a journeyman. ruler, saying “We about to die salute you!” Women
Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may in the audience are often aroused for gladiators, re-
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If gardless of race and Charisma; most women sexu-
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. ally desire the combatants, simply for being gladia-
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- tors.
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days. Betting on gladiators is very common and a
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check, profitable trade. As a result, many gladiators be-
because those in the guild who review the appren- come public celebrities. Enterprising slave-traders
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an specialize in acquiring combative slaves, training
apprentice for some corrupt reason. them, and selling them to coliseums to be gladia-
For a journeyman to become a master, they tors.
must be able financially to open their own shop, Due to the popularity of gladiators, not all
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive gladiatorial events end in death. Typically, when 1
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. combatant is clearly at the mercy of another, the
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every victor looks to the ruler, if present, for a judgment.
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has The judgment of the ruler is based on the crowd’s
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- reaction. If the loser pleased the crowd by fighting
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed with respectable effort and valor, then they are of-
appropriate. ten spared. Otherwise, the victor is signaled to kill
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 Of most importance to gladiators and those Upon gaining freedom, the gladiator par-
who bet on them is a record that exists for each takes in a ceremony in which the local ruler bestows
gladiator as a tally of their wins and losses. Gener- a wooden sword upon the victorious gladiator. These
ally, the more wins and the less losses on their record, wooden and strictly decorative swords are highly
the more the public favors them. All gladiators, even prized. Most gladiators who earn freedom from
volunteers, must forfeit their freedom and rights for the coliseum leave relatively wealthy.
5 years. These 5 years are role-played in the coli- Ability Requirements: None.
seum, unless the gladiator escapes or is awarded their Gender: Occasionally, female gladiators en-
freedom by the local ruler. The odds of escape are ter the arena. Males, however, are clearly the default
exceptionally small, and a local ruler will only award gender for gladiators. Among human cultures, hu-
freedom to the most excellent of gladiators when man male gladiators must be at least age 25 and fe-
the spectators cheer for the freedom of the gladia- males at least age 21. Other cultures -- such as bug-
tor. If a gladiator survives for 5 years, then they will bear, kobold, and subterranean troll -- do not have
be awarded freedom. Few gladiators live long enough restrictions of age or gender.
to be awarded with freedom. Race: All races may be imprisoned, and
Most gladiators enter combat at least once hence, are likely to have members who have become
per week. Each gladiator keeps track of their record gladiators, whether or not they volunteered.
of wins to losses, as do the managers of the coli- Disposition: While all dispositions are pos-
seum and some spectators. Most gladiators partici- sible, very few gladiators are ethical, since it is often
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pate in (6d8 x 10) combats during their 5-year term. their unethical or unlawful actions that have caused
Gladiators do not earn wages, but specta- them to be imprisoned in the first place.
tors usually throw coins into the arena. The more Temperament: Gladiators tend to be cho-
that spectators like a gladiator or enjoy watching the leric.
game, the more coins they throw into the arena. It Sociality: The vast majority of gladiators are
is the right of the winning gladiator or team to col- slaves, peasants, or serfs, as are most criminals. How-
lect the coins. Teams distribute coins evenly among ever, nobles have been known to volunteer to be-
surviving participants. Most gladiators who receive come gladiators.
coins from spectators purchase weapons or armor. Religion: Some gladiators worship gods of
Some purchase the services of whores. war or combat, though others many pay no atten-
Roll 1d100 to determine the percent of the tion to religion at all.
spectators who enjoyed the game. Roll 1d100 again Skills: Armor (General, Light), Armor
to determine the percent of those who enjoyed the (General, Medium), Dismemberment + 3, Impal-
game, who have thrown money into the arena. Now, ing + 3, Mangling + 3, Seduction + 3, and 4 Weap-
roll 1d100 to determine the average amount of ons (Specific).
money contributed: Equipment: Gladiators receive their armor
and weapons, if any, as a courtesy of the arena. No
Spe c tator Contributions gladiator is ever given heavy armor, and only occa-
Rac e A ve rage sionally do they acquire medium armor. Nearly any
Bugbe a r 1 d4 s. p. melee weapon may be used by gladiators in the arena.
Dwa rf, Bl a c k 1 d6 s. p. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
E l f, Da rk 1 d4 s. p.
Huma n 1 d4 s. p.
Advancement Points: Gladiators gain AP
Kobol d 1 d4 s. p. by damaging foes while in an arena or a situation in
Trol l , Subte rra ne a n 1 d6 s. p. which they fight for money, freedom, or the amuse-
ment of the public. Points gained equal the damage
dealt.
Training: None.
Guild: None.

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 Glassblower/Glazier Glover
This occupation specializes in making, shap- This occupation specializes in manufactur-
ing, and selling glass. For more information on the ing gloves. A glover makes arrangements with a tan-
process of making glass, see Glassblowing in Chap- ner to purchase large quantities of tanned leather
ter 8: Skills. Daily wages are typically 14 s.p. for a lower price. Then, the glover makes gloves
Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi- and sells them to the public. Gloves are custom-
nation 100 and Intelligence 90. made for each customer. Daily wages are typically 8
Gender: Female glassblowers are rare. s.p.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi-
troll. nation 85 and Intelligence 85.
Disposition: Any. Gender: Female glovers are rare.
Temperament: Any. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Sociality: Serf. troll.
Religion: Any. Disposition: Any.
Skills: Glassblowing + 10 and Haggling + Temperament: Any.
5. Sociality: Serf.
Equipment: Silica and a blowpipe. Religion: Any.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Skills: Glovemaking + 5 and Haggling + 3.
Advancement Points: For each successful Equipment: Leather and tools.

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completion of a project, a glassblower acquires 1 Magic Points: Inapplicable.
AP. Advancement Points: For each pair of
Training: None. gloves made successfully, a glover acquires 1 AP.
Guild: Glassblowers’ Guild. Each appren- Training: None.
tice must serve 10 years. Each master may have Guild: Glovers’ Guild. Each apprentice
only 1 apprentice. A masterpiece must be produced must serve 7 years. A masterpiece must be pro-
to become a journeyman. duced to become a journeyman.
Once an apprentice for 10 years, they may Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days. terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check, The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
because those in the guild who review the appren- because those in the guild who review the appren-
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
apprentice for some corrupt reason. apprentice for some corrupt reason.
For a journeyman to become a master, they For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop, must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate. appropriate.

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 Goldsmith Grocer
This occupation specializes in working with This occupation specializes in dealing staple
and shaping gold, then selling the products. Daily foods. Agreements may be made with farmers, gar-
wages are typically 50 s.p. deners, and other producers of staple foods so that
Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi- a grocer may purchase large quantities of staple foods
nation 100 and Intelligence 100. for a lower price. Daily wages are typically 5 s.p.
Gender: Female goldsmiths are rare. Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Gender: Female grocers are uncommon.
troll. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Disposition: Any. troll.
Temperament: Any. Disposition: Any.
Sociality: Serf. Temperament: Any.
Religion: Any. Sociality: Serf.
Skills: Goldsmithing + 5 and Haggling + 3. Religion: Any.
Equipment: Gold. Skills: Haggling + 3.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Equipment: Staple foods.
Advancement Points: For each successful Magic Points: Inapplicable.
completion of a project, a goldsmith acquires 1 AP. Advancement Points: For each unit of
Training: None. staple food sold, a grocer acquires 1/20th of 1 AP.
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Guild: Smiths’ Guild. Each apprentice must Training: None.

serve 10 years. All members are prohibited from Guild: Grocers’ Guild. Each apprentice
injuring each other including apprentices, or their must serve 4 years. Once an apprentice for 4 years,
property. Members accused of violating this prohi- they may apply to work as a journeyman for the
bition are banished from the guild, if not the com- guild.
munity. All members are discouraged by a 100 s.p. For a journeyman to become a master, they
fine from helping smiths outside of their guild, as must be able financially to open their own shop,
well as making illegal keys or tools for thieves. Ap- and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
prentices must pay 200 s.p. to join the guild as a approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
journeyman, though sons of members may join for The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
free. If any member has more charcoal than needed, period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
then it may only be sold to other members at a fixed worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
price, and no member may purchase more than nec- rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
essary for their work. Violators regarding charcoal appropriate.
pay 100 s.p. A master may not have more than 2
apprentices or own a slave; otherwise, a fee of 100
s.p. is charged.
Once an apprentice for 10 years, they may
apply to work as a journeyman for the guild.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.

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 Groom Hatter
This occupation specializes in attending to This occupation specializes in making and
the cleaning of an animal, such as a horse. Daily selling hats. Most hats are made from wool, though
wages are typically 4 s.p. other materials may be used, such as fur, linen, and
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75. leather. Daily wages are typically 6 s.p.
Gender: Either. Ability Requirements: Intelligence 80.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Gender: Female hatters are rare.
troll. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Disposition: Any. troll.
Temperament: Any. Disposition: Any.
Sociality: Slave or serf. Temperament: Any.
Religion: Any. Sociality: Serf.
Skills: Grooming + 5. Religion: Any.
Equipment: None. Skills: Haggling + 3 and Hatmaking + 5.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Equipment: Wool and possibly fur, linen,
Advancement Points: For each animal or leather.
groomed immaculately, a groom acquires 1 AP. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Training: None. Advancement Points: For each hat manu-
Guild: None. factured successfully, a hatter acquires 1 AP.

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Training: None.
Guild: Hatters’ Guild. Each apprentice must
serve 6 years. A masterpiece must be produced to
become a journeyman. Each master may only have
1 apprentice.
Once an apprentice for 6 years, they may
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
because those in the guild who review the appren-
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
apprentice for some corrupt reason.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.

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 Healer Herbalist
This occupation specializes in methods con- This occupation specializes in the uses and
ducive to healing, such as how to administer proper properties of herbs. Female apprentice herbalists
bedrest and bandages. A healer may have their own or female slaves are sent out to forage for herbs.
practice, or they may be an assistant to a doctor. The master herbalist sells or administers the herbs
Daily wages are typically 6 s.p. to customers. Daily wages are typically 4 s.p.
Ability Requirements: Analytic Intelligence Ability Requirements: Intelligence 100 and
100, Intelligence (overall) 90, and Intuition 100. Intuition 100.
Gender: Either. Gender: Male herbalists are rare.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
troll. troll.
Disposition: Any. Disposition: Any.
Temperament: Any. Temperament: Any.
Sociality: Serf. Sociality: Serf.
Religion: Any. Religion: Any.
Skills: Anatomy + 3. Skills: Haggling + 5, Herbalism + 5, Na-
Equipment: Cloth for bandages. ture (Mycology) + 5, Nature (Plants) + 5, and Na-
Magic Points: Inapplicable. ture (Trees) + 5.
Advancement Points: For each patient fully Equipment: None.
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healed, a healer acquires 1 AP. Magic Points: Inapplicable.

Training: None. Advancement Points: For each herb used
Guild: None. successfully or for each herb in which a new prop-
erty is discovered and mastered, an herbalist acquires
10 AP.
Training: None.
Guild: Herbalists’ Guild. Each apprentice
must serve 9 years. A masterpiece must be pro-
duced to become a journeyman. The masterpiece
must be the discovery and successful implementa-
tion of a new use for 1 or more herbs.
Once an apprentice for 9 years, they may
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d100 days.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
because those in the guild who review the appren-
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
apprentice for some corrupt reason. For a journey-
man to become a master, they must be able finan-
cially to open their own shop, and receive the ap-
proval of the guild. To receive approval, they must
pass a Persuasion skill check. The TH begins at 30
and is decreased by 1 for every period of 6 months
in which the journeyman has worked locally with
the guild. The Aedile may overrule this skill check
or apply any modifier deemed appropriate.

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 Hewer Hierophant
This occupation specializes in digging. Daily Priests are those who have devoted their lives
wages are typically 4 s.p. to a god, philosophy, or religion. The occupation
Ability Requirements: Strength 100. of a priest is the most diverse due to the number of
Gender: Female hewers are rare. different gods and philosophies. Therefore, priests
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill are unable to be standardized or generalized, and
troll. they are only briefly introduced here; most of the
Disposition: Any. information relevant to a priesthood may be found
Temperament: Any. in Neveria (Fantasy World). 2 main classes of priests
Sociality: Slave, peasant, or serf. will be introduced: hierophants and druids.
Religion: Any. All priests must meet minimum score requi-
Skills: Hewing + 5 and Weapon (Specific). sites in the sub-ability of Language and the ability
The specific weapon is a shovel. of Wisdom. Further, these requirements become
Equipment: Shovel. more stringent as spell level increases. Hence, a priest
Magic Points: Inapplicable. may attain high levels, but be limited in spellcasting
Advancement Points: For each successfully ability. See the table below.
completed project, a hewer acquires 1 AP. Priests gain access to spells as granted by
Training: None. their gods. Usually, priests have dreams induced by
Guild: None. their god regarding the proper ingredients and ritual

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necessary for casting a certain spell, or they are in-
structed by other priests of the same faith. If a
chant is required for a spell, priests speak in tongues,
influenced by their god or religion. In any case,
priests may cast any spells from their god as long as
they have enough Magic Points at the moment.
Similarly, as a priest advances in occupational
level, provided they meet the minimum requisites
per spell level, their odds of increasing in spell level
are noted on a table on the following page.

Ability Requirements

Spe ll Le ve l Language Wis dom

1 90 100
2 95 105
3 100 110
4 105 115
5 110 120
6 115 125
7 120 130
8 125 135
9 130 140
10 135 145

Priests cast only chaos magic (see Chap. 11:

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 Piety Points
All spells cast by priests are affected accord-
ing to their PP. All aspects of a spell are affected,
including damage, duration, range, etc. If a discrep-
ancy arises, then the Aedile is the final arbiter of a
specific effect with a specific spell. Consult the table
below:

PP Effe c t
1 -5 - 100%
6 -1 5 - 75%
1 6 -3 0 - 50%
3 1 -7 0 - 25%
7 1 -8 5 -
8 6 -9 5 + 10%
9 6 -1 0 0 + 25%

Like lihood of A dvanc ing in Spe ll Le ve l

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O c c upational Spe ll Le ve l
Le ve l 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
2 20% - - - - - - - -
3 28% 16% - - - - - - -
4 35% 24% 13% - - - - - -
5 43% 32% 19% 10% - - - - -
6 50% 37% 25% 15% 7% - - - -
7 60% 44% 32% 21% 13% 5% - - -
8 70% 50% 38% 27% 18% 10% 4% - -
9 80% 60% 44% 33% 24% 15% 12% 3% -
10 90% 70% 50% 38% 29% 20% 16% 10% 2%
11 100% 80% 60% 44% 34% 25% 22% 14% 12%
12 - 90% 70% 50% 40% 30% 25% 18% 16%
13 - 100% 80% 60% 45% 35% 29% 22% 20%
14 - - 90% 70% 50% 40% 33% 26% 24%
15 - - 100% 80% 60% 45% 38% 30% 28%
16 - - - 90% 70% 50% 42% 34% 32%
17 - - - 100% 80% 60% 46% 38% 36%
18 - - - - 90% 70% 50% 42% 40%
19 - - - - 100% 80% 60% 46% 44%
20 - - - - - 90% 70% 50% 48%

A hierophant is a priest of a specific god, ber of MP per hour equal to their current occupa-
and is not a druid. A variety of gods are available in tional level. For example, a 3rd level hierophant re-
Neveria. Specific information for hierophants of covers 3 MP per hour. Unlike wizards, hierophants
each god are detailed therein. A moral hierophant do not recover MP more quickly while asleep. As
who casts magic is often called a thamaturge, mean- hierophants advance in occupational level, they gain
ing miracle-worker. an additional (26 + 1d12) MP. Magic Points are ex-
Magic Points: Not all hierophants cast plained in Chapter 11: Magic.
magic, but for those who do, they begin with (26 + Training: None.
1d12) MP per occupational level and recover a num- Guild: None.

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 Hunter Inkmaker
This occupation specializes in hunting ani- This occupation specializes in making and
mals. Daily wages are typically 6 s.p. selling ink. Ink is a mixture of lampblack gum and
Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi- water. Daily wages are typically 16 s.p.
nation 100 and Intelligence 80. Ability Requirements: Intelligence 90.
Gender: Female hunters are rare. Gender: Female inkmakers are rare.
Race: Any. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Disposition: Any. troll.
Temperament: Any. Disposition: Any.
Sociality: Serf. Temperament: Any.
Religion: Any. Sociality: Serf.
Skills: Hunting + 5 and Weapon (Specific). Religion: Any.
The specific weapon may be a bow, spear, etc. Skills: Haggling + 3 and Inkmaking + 5.
Equipment: Bow or spear. Equipment: Lampblack gum and water.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Advancement Points: For each animal cap- Advancement Points: For each gallon of
tured or killed, a hunter acquires 1 AP. ink made successfully, an inkmaker acquires 1 AP.
Training: None. Training: None.
Guild: None. Guild: Inkmakers’ Guild. Each apprentice

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must serve 7 years. A masterpiece must be pro-
duced to become a journeyman.
Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
because those in the guild who review the appren-
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
apprentice for some corrupt reason.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
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 Innkeeper/Hosteler Interpreter
This occupation specializes in housing and This occupation specializes in translating one
entertaining guests. Most innkeepers are female and language into another for others. Daily wages are
often stand in the main doorway soliciting strangers typically 6 s.p.
to stay at their inn. Inkeepers usually suggest to Ability Requirements: Language 100, and
strangers that they will find bread, wine, and love in Intelligence (overall) 85.
their inn. Daily wages are typically 20 s.p. Gender: Female interpreters are rare.
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 80. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Gender: Male innkeepers are uncommon. troll.
Race: Any but ogre or troll. Disposition: Any.
Disposition: Any. Temperament: Any.
Temperament: Any. Sociality: Serf or noble.
Sociality: Serf. Religion: Any.
Religion: Any. Skills: Language (Speak).
Skills: Haggling + 3. Equipment: None.
Equipment: None. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Advancement Points: For each new cus-
Advancement Points: For each guest who tomer for whom interpretation is a success for no
does not complain, a hosteler or innkeeper acquires more than 1 conversation, an interpreter acquires 5
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1/20th of 1 AP. AP. Each additional conversation earns the inter-

Training: None. preter 5 AP.
Guild: Innkeepers’ Guild. Each apprentice Training: None.
must serve 4 years. Guild: None.
Once an apprentice for 4 years, they may
apply to work as a journeyman for the guild.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has NEC.VERBUM.VERBO.
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- CURABIS.REDDERE.FIDUS.
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate. INTERPRES

As a true interpreter you will

take care not to interpret
word for word.

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 Ironmonger Jeweler
This occupation specializes in selling and This occupation specializes in selling jew-
distributing iron products. Ironmongers sell the elry. Jewelers do not appraise gemstones (see Ap-
most iron to blacksmiths. Daily wages are typically praiser), but may appraise the remainder of the jew-
12 s.p. elry. Daily wages are typically 25 s.p.
Ability Requirements: Strength 90 and Ability Requirements: Analytic Intelligence
Intelligence 75. 100 and Intelligence 95.
Gender: Female ironmongers are rare. Gender: Female jewelers are rare.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
troll. troll.
Disposition: Any. Disposition: Any.
Temperament: Any. Temperament: Any.
Sociality: Serf. Sociality: Serf.
Religion: Any. Religion: Any.
Skills: Haggling + 3. Skills: Appraise + 5 and Haggling + 3.
Equipment: Iron. Equipment: None.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Advancement Points: For each iron unit Advancement Points: For each piece of
or product sold, an ironmonger acquires 1/20th of 1 jewelry sold or appraised successfully, a jeweler ac-

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AP. quires 1 AP.
Training: None. Training: None.
Guild: Ironmongers’ Guild. Each appren- Guild: Jewelers’ Guild. Each apprentice
tice must serve 4 years. Once an apprentice for 4 must serve 10 years. Once an apprentice for 10 years,
years, they may apply to work as a journeyman for they may apply to work as a journeyman for the
the guild. guild.
For a journeyman to become a master, they For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop, must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate. appropriate.

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 Juggler King/Queen
This occupation specializes in juggling ob- This occupation is for royalty. This posi-
jects for the entertainment of others. Daily wages tion is achieved by heredity. Upon becoming king
are typically 4 s.p. or queen, all characters of all classes of the king-
Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi- dom are required to swear loyalty to the king or
nation 100 and Intelligence 75. queen. The king and queen reside in a citadel in the
Gender: Male jugglers are rare. capital city. The citadel of a king is often called a
Race: Human. palace. The king and queen have the sovereign power
Disposition: Any. to command their subjects, who are their vassals.
Temperament: Any. Periodically, the king meets with their coun-
Sociality: Serf. cil, which is comprised of his dukes and barons.
Religion: Any. These dukes and barons are required to travel to
Skills: Juggling + 5. their court. The daily duties of a king or queen are
Equipment: Objects to juggle. overwhelming. Instead of lounging around their
Magic Points: Inapplicable. palace, a king or queen is busy constantly. Daily
Advancement Points: For each successful wages are typically 300 s.p.
juggling performance that exceeds 5 minutes, 3 ob- The king has the power to knight a worthy
jects, and an audience of at least a dozen, a juggler character. During warfare, the king usually knights
acquires 1 AP. suitable characters and immediately sends them to
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Training: None. war. If the knight returns from warfare, then the
Guild: None. knight may be promoted to a lord, a lord to a baron,
or baron to duke. During peace, fewer characters
are knighted, and once knighted, they are given a
hamlet or village and manor as a fief, thereafter be-
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 Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75. Knacker
Gender: Kings are male, queens are female. This occupation specializes in making and
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill selling harnesses. An agreement is reached between
troll. a knacker and a tanner so that the knacker may pur-
Disposition: Any. chase large quantities of tanned leather for a low-
Temperament: Any. ered price. Crafting a harness takes a knacker 2 days.
Sociality: Royalty. Daily wages are typically 18 s.p.
Religion: Any. Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75.
Skills: Cartography + 3, Etiquette + 3, Ge- Gender: Female knackers are rare.
nealogy + 3, Heraldry + 5, History (Cultural) + 3, Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
History (Local) + 3, History (Military) + 3, Law + troll.
5, and Language (Read/Write). Disposition: Any.
Equipment: None. Temperament: Any.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Sociality: Serf.
Advancement Points: A king advances ac- Religion: Any.
cording to the profit and prosperity of their vassals Skills: Haggling + 3 and Saddlemaking + 5.
and kingdom. Every 7 years the wealth of each Equipment: None.
vassal is recorded. If the wealth of the vassals in- Magic Points: Inapplicable.
creases by 5% since the previous record, then the Advancement Points: For each successfully

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king increases 1 occupational level. Every 6 months made harness, a knacker acquires 10 AP.
the economy is recorded, which is comprised of Training: None.
local and foreign trade. If, as a whole, the local or Guild: Knackers’ Guild. Each apprentice
foreign economy increases by 5%, then the king in- must serve 9 years. A masterpiece must be pro-
creases 1 occupational level. duced to become a journeyman. Once an appren-
Training: None. tice for 9 years, the knacker may make a skill check
Guild: None. as they craft their masterpiece. If passed at TH 36,
then they become a journeyman. If failed, then
they may begin crafting another masterpiece and
make another skill check in 2 days. The Aedile may
overrule any masterpiece skill check, because those
in the guild who review the apprentice may dislike
them or choose to keep them as an apprentice for
some corrupt reason.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.

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 Knight Once knighted, the knight must find a squire.
Warriors are the most common, and per- Multiple squires may compete for the favor of the
haps necessary, adventurers. Without the bravado knight, a squire may be appointed by whoever
of warriors, combat would be exceedingly difficult knighted him, or the knight may have difficulty find-
for other occupations. 5 different classes of war- ing a squire. If a knight no longer approves of a
riors exist, each with different advantages and dis- squire, then the knight may dismiss the squire.
advantages. The typical warrior, compared to other Each knight is obligated to come to the
occupations, is not restricted regarding arms and council of their lord, when summoned. Daily wages
armor, and is the deadliest foe at close quarters. The are typically 50 s.p.
classes of warriors include gladiator, knight, merce- Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75.
nary, militiaman, and soldier. Knights usually have high ability scores of Physique
Only a king may declare a character to be a and Dexterity.
knight. Knighthood may be achieved in 1 of 2 ways. Gender: Female knights are rare.
Usually, the son of a knight will become a squire. If Race: Human.
the squire wins the approval of royalty, then the king Disposition: Any.
usually knights the squire. Otherwise, a king may Temperament: Knights tend not to be
knight any character who has done a deed worthy phlegmatic.
of knighthood, or simply any character they desire. Sociality: Serf or noble.
A wealthy townsman may be knighted for his finan- Religion: Any endorsed by their king.
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cial services to a great lord. Skills: Armor (General), Armor (Specific)

Once knighted, a character will be a knight + 3, Cartography + 3, Heraldry + 5, History (Mili-
for the rest of their life, even if they fall from the tary) + 3, Mounted Archery + 3, Religion (Specific)
grace of their overlord. In such a case, the knight + 3, Riding + 3, Weapon (General) + 3, and 2 Weap-
must venture forth and find a new lord who will ons (Specific) of their choice, though 1 weapon must
accept the knight’s servitude in return for a fief. be a sword.
A new knight pays his lord 1 g.p. for his Equipment: All knights prefer a sword, the
knight’s fee (fief). Also, once knighted the knight weapon of knighthood. However, as a warrior, a
will be awarded with a suit of armor, sword, and knight may also use a horseman’s battle axe, flail,
horse. Roll 1d100 to determine the suit of armor: mace, or war hammer. Knights wear at least me-
(01-75%) 4-in-1 chainmail, or (76-100%) 6-in-1 dium armor, usually chainmail. Affluent knights
chainmail. Only the greatest knights wear a suit of prefer platemail.
platemail armor. The new knight may select their Magic Points: Inapplicable.
type of sword, either bastard, broad, cut and thrust, Advancement Points: Knights gain AP by
flamberge, long, or zweihander. damaging foes while in service to their overlord,
usually a baron, duke, or king. Points gained equal
the damage dealt.
Training: None.
Guild: None.

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 Laborer Laundress
This occupation specializes in providing This female occupation specializes in clean-
miscellaneous physical labor, which cannot be con- ing clothes. A laundress is distinct from a chamber-
sidered another occupation. An example of the duty maid, because a laundress does not perform other
of a laborer may be fetching mortar to help build- duties in addition to cleaning laundry.
ers. Oftentimes, the only difference between a la- A laundress purchases soap and cleans cloth-
borer and a slave is a degree of freedom. Daily ing and other fabric with soap and water. Most
wages are typically 4 s.p. Female labor assistants typi- employers provide the soap for the laundress. Once
cally earn 1 s.p. per day. clean, the clothes are hung to dry.
Ability Requirements: Strength 90. Most laundresses are employed by several
Gender: Female laborers are uncommon. families and clean clothes once per week. However,
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill nobility and royalty often have 1 or more laundresses
troll. per family and have their clothes cleaned daily. Daily
Disposition: Any. wages are typically 4 s.p.
Temperament: Any. Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75.
Sociality: Slave, peasant, or serf. Gender: Female only.
Religion: Any. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Skills: None. troll.
Equipment: None. Disposition: Any.

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Magic Points: Inapplicable. Temperament: Any.
Advancement Points: For each successful Sociality: Slave, peasant, or serf.
completion of a project, a laborer acquires 5 AP. Religion: Any.
Training: None. Skills: Cleaning + 5 and Smell + 3.
Guild: None. Equipment: Water and soap.
Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Advancement Points: For each piece of
Lacemaker clothing cleaned to the satisfaction of the customer,
This female occupation specializes in mak- a laundress acquires 1 AP.
ing lace. Daily wages are typically 4 s.p. Training: None.
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75. Guild: None.
Gender: Female only.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
troll.
Disposition: Any.
Temperament: Any.
Sociality: Serf.
Religion: Any.
Skills: Cleaning + 5.
Equipment: None.
Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Advancement Points: For each project
completed with lace, a lacemaker acquires 1 AP.
Training: None.
Guild: None.

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 Linkboy Locksmith
This profession is for young boys. A boy is This occupation specializes in making and
hired by a character to carry a torch or lantern and selling locks. Daily wages are typically 16 s.p.
escort them through dark sidestreets at night. Some- Ability Requirements: Intelligence 90.
times, linkboys are called periegetai, meaning ‘lead- Gender: Female locksmiths are rare.
ers around.’ Nightly wages are typically 1 s.p. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75. troll.
Gender: Male only. Disposition: Any.
Race: Human. Temperament: Any.
Disposition: Any. Sociality: Serf.
Temperament: Any. Religion: Any.
Sociality: Slave or serf. Skills: Locksmithing + 5, Lock-picking +
Religion: Any. 5, and Haggling + 3.
Skills: Direction Sense + 5. Equipment: None.
Equipment: Lantern or torch. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Advancement Points: For each lock made
Advancement Points: For each character successfully, a locksmith acquires 1 AP.
or group of characters who are led correctly through Training: None.
streets, a linkboy acquires 1 AP. Guild: Smiths’ Guild. Each apprentice must
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Training: None. serve 8 years. All members are prohibited from in-
Guild: None. juring each other including apprentices, or their
property. Members accused of violating this prohi-
bition are banished from the guild, if not the com-
munity. All members are discouraged by a 100 s.p.
fine from helping smiths outside of their guild, as
well as making illegal keys or tools for thieves. Ap-
prentices must pay 200 s.p. to join the guild as a
journeyman, though sons of members may join for
free. If any member has more charcoal than needed,
then it may only be sold to other members at a fixed
price, and no member may purchase more than nec-
essary for their work. Violators regarding charcoal
pay 100 s.p. A master may not have more than 2
apprentices or own a slave; otherwise, a fee of 100
s.p. is charged.
Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may
apply to work as a journeyman for the guild.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.

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 Lord/Lady Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75.
This occupation is for royalty. Only a king Gender: Lords are male, ladies are female.
or queen can make a character become a lord or Race: Anakim, bugbear, dwarf, human, and
lady. If the character accepts, then the lord or lady kobold.
pledges allegiance to their king, duke, and baron. Disposition: Any.
Then, the king or queen grants the lord or lady a Temperament: Any.
manor and hamlet or village, which is their fief. A Sociality: Royalty.
lord or lady answers to their baron, duke, and king. Religion: Lords may worship any god en-
Otherwise, the lord or lady may command the char- dorsed by their king or queen.
acters of their manor and hamlet or village as de- Skills: Cartography + 3, Etiquette + 3, Ge-
sired, who are their vassals. nealogy + 3, Heraldry + 5, History (Cultural) + 3,
The lord does not attend the council of the History (Local) + 3, History (Military) + 3, Law +
king, as do barons and dukes. In fact, the lord rarely 5, and Language (Read/Write).
leaves their hamlet or village, except for warfare. Equipment: None.
Local, legal hearings are directed by the lord Magic Points: Inapplicable.
and decided by a jury who are peers to the accused. Advancement Points: A lord advances ac-
Low crimes are tried in the court of the lord’s manor. cording to the profit and prosperity of their vassals
Those accused of high crimes (such as treason, mur- and hamlet or village. Every 7 years the wealth of
der, etc.) are sent to the royal court of the king in each vassal is recorded. If the wealth of the vassals

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the capital city. increases by 5% since the previous record, then the
The daily duties of a lord or lady are over- lord increases 1 occupational level. Every 6 months
whelming. Instead of lounging around their manor, the economy is recorded, which is comprised of
a lord or lady is busy constantly. Daily wages are local and foreign trade. If, as a whole, the local or
typically 20 s.p. foreign economy increases by 5%, then the lord in-
Due to the military nature of this occupa- creases 1 occupational level.
tion, most lords are experienced knights and were Training: None.
promoted after loyal service in war. Guild: None.

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 Mage
Generically speaking, a wizard is one who casts spells and is most often imagined to be wearing a
robe. 2 different classes of wizard are available: sorcerers and mages. Sorcerers and mages are often
considered and labeled by others as immoral and casting black magic, or moral and casting white magic.
White magicians are sometimes called Sons of Light. References to black magicians include Brothers of
the Shadow, the Dark Brothers, Grey Brothers, and followers of the Left-Hand Path or the Path of
Shadows.
Like lihood of A dvanc ing in Spe ll Le ve l
O c c upational Spe ll Le ve l
Le ve l 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
1 5% 1% - - - - - - -
2 40% 5% - - - - - - -
3 55% 32% 5% - - - - - -
4 70% 47% 25% 5% - - - - -
5 85% 61% 37% 19% 4% - - - -
6 100% 74% 50% 30% 14% 3% - - -
7 - 87% 63% 42% 25% 10% 2% - -
8 - 100% 75% 53% 36% 20% 7% 1% -
9 - - 88% 65% 47% 30% 24% 5% 1%
10 - - 100% 76% 57% 40% 32% 20% 4%
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11 - - - 88% 68% 50% 41% 28% 23%

12 - - - 100% 79% 60% 49% 36% 31%
13 - - - - 90% 70% 58% 44% 39%
14 - - - - 100% 80% 66% 52% 47%
15 - - - - - 90% 75% 60% 55%
16 - - - - - 100% 83% 68% 63%
17 - - - - - - 92% 76% 71%
18 - - - - - - 100% 84% 79%
19 - - - - - - - 92% 87%
20 - - - - - - - 99% 95%

As wizards advance in occupational level, magic. More specifically, mages use ceremonial magic
they must roll 1d100 and consult the table above to (see Chap. 11: Magic). Due to the inherent rigor and
determine if they have learned enough about magic necessary intelligence, mages are exceedingly rare.
to attempt more complicated spells -- spells of a Unlike sorcerers, mages are often respected.
higher spell level. If the advancing wizard fails the Unlike sorcerers or priests, mages1 are able
roll by rolling higher than the listed percentage, then to learn and cast spells from each of the 5 disci-
the wizard must wait until they advance another oc- plines of magic. Other spellcasters are limited re-
cupational level before attempting to increase their garding the disciplines. Mages may use only cer-
spell level. Note that it is possible for a 1st level emonial magic.
wizard to know spells higher than those from the 1st Mages may opt to specialize in 1 of the 5
spell level. disciplines of magic (see Chap. 11: Magic). Specialist
A mage is a character who studies magic mages call themselves magisters. A magister gains
through reading arcane texts, grimoires, and apply- an additional 10% likelihood of advancing in spell
ing formulae and intricate ritualistic elements. level. However, they forfeit the ability to learn and
Though sorcerers throughout history experimented cast any spells from the 2 disciplines opposite to
haphazardly with their innate powers, mages have their chosen specialty. For example, a magister of
recently had success with attempts to standardize earth forfeits the ability to learn and cast any ether
magic so that anyone capable of reading ancient or water spells or magic. The most ancient name
tomes and practicing precise rituals may also use for a mage is a magus, or magi in its plural form.

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 The number of spells known by a mage upon completing their initial training is equal to their
Intelligence ability divided by 10 and truncated. For example, if a given mage has an Intelligence of 128,
then they begin with 12 spells. Future spells are acquired by learning. A spell cannot be learned if it is
never encountered. Once encountered, it may be studied, and hopefully learned. To see if a given spell is
learned, consult the following table:

Sp e ll Le ve l
O c c u p ation al
Le ve l
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

1 70% - - - - - - - - -
2 75% 70% - - - - - - - -
3 80% 75% 70% - - - - - - -
4 85% 80% 75% 70% - - - - - -
5 90% 85% 80% 75% 70% - - - - -
6 95% 90% 85% 80% 75% 70% - - - -
7 96% 95% 90% 85% 80% 75% 70% - - -
8 97% 96% 95% 90% 85% 80% 75% 70% - -

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9 98% 97% 96% 95% 90% 85% 80% 75% 70% -
10 99% 98% 97% 96% 95% 90% 85% 80% 75% 70%

Note that the Skill Modifier for the Intelli- By tradition among mages, their working
gence ability affects the roll on the table above for magical library, which usually consists of their
the chance to learn a new spell. Therefore, the more spellbook, remains with their bodies even after death.
intelligent the mage, the easier it is to learn spells. In this way, it is hoped that magical knowledge will
To determine the number of spells known be provided for use in the afterlife.
by a mage who is higher than the 1st occupational When employed, mages typically earn 10 s.p.
level, roll 1d10 per occupational level. Determine per occupational level per day.
randomly which spells are known by a mage of
higher than 1st occupational level.

1. The word ‘mage’ did not originate in Europe, so its use here contradicts a premise of F.A.T.A.L. However, it is derived
from the oldest word for a magician, which is magus.

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 Ability Requirements: Learning and cast-
ing spells as a mage has requirements that vary de-
pending on the level of the spell (not the caster). If
any requirement is unmet, then the mage is unable
to cast spells of that spell level.

Spe ll
Language Math A naly tic D rive Re fle c tion
Le ve l
1 110 105 100 105 100
2 115 110 105 110 105
3 120 115 110 115 110
4 125 120 115 120 115
5 130 125 120 125 120
6 135 130 125 130 125
7 140 135 130 135 130
8 145 140 135 140 135
9 150 145 140 145 140
10 155 150 145 150 145
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Gender: Female mages are rare.

Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
troll. Few anakim study magic.
Disposition: Due to the rigor required to
master magic, most mages are ethical, though neu-
tral regarding morality.
Temperament: Mages tend to be melan-
cholic.
Sociality: Nobility. Mages are usually re-
spected, though also reclusive. However, mages are
shunned, not respected, in kobold society.
Religion: Mages are equally likely to wor-
ship a god or ignore the gods for their studies. (38 + 1d20) MP. MP’s are explained in Chapter 11:
Skills: Bookbinding + 3, Research (Library) Magic.
+ 3, Spellcasting (Familiarity) + 3, and Symbology Advancement Points: Mages gain AP by
+ 3. casting spells, though not for trivial reasons. To gain
Equipment: Mages tend to shun armor and points, the casting of a spell must be done while in
most weapons. Oftentimes, mages carry a dagger dangerous, life-threatening conditions or as a means
or a quarterstaff. The most important piece of to an important purpose. Points gained equal the
equipment to a mage is their spellbook. number of MP expended multiplied times 3. A mage
Magic Points: Mages begin with (38 + must train to advance each occupational level.
1d20) MP per occupational level and recover a num- Training: 4 weeks. To train, a mage must
ber of points per hour equal to twice their current study new magical techniques and learn new spells.
level, thrice if asleep. For example, a 3rd level mage A mage must train with a mage higher in occupa-
recovers 6 MP per hour while awake. As mages ad- tional level and the trainer must know the spells that
vance in occupational level, they gain an additional the trainee learns.
Guild: None.

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 Marbler Mason
This occupation specializes in working with This occupation specializes in shaping and
and selling marble. Daily wages are typically 18 s.p. selling stone. Daily wages are typically 13 s.p.
Ability Requirements: Strength 100 and Ability Requirements: Strength 100 and
Intelligence 80. Intelligence 75.
Gender: Female marblers are rare. Gender: Female masons are rare.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
troll. troll.
Disposition: Any. Disposition: Any.
Temperament: Any. Temperament: Any.
Sociality: Serf. Sociality: Slave or serf.
Religion: Any. Religion: Any.
Skills: Haggling + 3,Stonemasonry + 5, and Skills: Haggling + 3, Stonemasonry + 5, and
Weapon (Specific). The specific weapon is a pick. Weapon (Specific). The specific weapon is a pick.
Equipment: Pick. Equipment: Pick.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Advancement Points: For each 1,000 Advancement Points: For each 1,000
pounds of marble processed, a marbler acquires 1 pounds of stone shaped, a mason acquires 1 AP.
AP. Training: None.

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Training: None. Guild: Masons’ Guild. Each apprentice
Guild: Marblers’ Guild. Each apprentice must serve 6 years. A masterpiece must be pro-
must serve 6 years. A masterpiece must be pro- duced to become a journeyman.
duced to become a journeyman. Once an apprentice for 6 years, they may
Once an apprentice for 6 years, they may make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days. The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check, because those in the guild who review the appren-
because those in the guild who review the appren- tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an apprentice for some corrupt reason.
apprentice for some corrupt reason. For a journeyman to become a master, they
For a journeyman to become a master, they must be able financially to open their own shop,
must be able financially to open their own shop, and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed appropriate.
appropriate.

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 Mercenary Messenger
Warriors are the most common, and per- This occupation specializes in the delivery
haps necessary, adventurers. Without the bravado of messages. Other terms for a messenger include:
of warriors, combat would be exceedingly difficult courier or tabellarii, meaning ‘tablet-men.’ Messen-
for other occupations. 5 different classes of war- gers are accustomed and expected to travel longer
riors exist, each with different advantages and dis- than the standard 10-hour day. Daily wages are typi-
advantages. The typical warrior, compared to other cally 5 s.p.
occupations, is unrestricted regarding arms and ar- Ability Requirements: Physical Fitness 110,
mor, and is the deadliest foe at close quarters. The Intelligence 75, and Drive 110.
classes of warriors include gladiator, knight, merce- Gender: Female messengers are rare.
nary, militiaman, and soldier. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Although knights play a decisive role in war- troll.
fare, they are usually few and only human. Instead, Disposition: Any.
many military leaders rely on mercenaries and peas- Temperament: Any.
ants. Mercenaries are warriors with average training Sociality: Slave, peasant, or serf.
similar to that of a soldier, except they lack loyalty Religion: Any.
to anything but money, and are predominantly un- Skills: Sprint + 5.
ethical. A mercenary provides the services of a Equipment: None.
warrior to the highest bidder. Daily wages are 10 Magic Points: Inapplicable.
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s.p. Advancement Points: For each mile across

Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75. which a messenger has traveled, a messenger acquires
Mercenary companies may have requirements for 1 AP.
membership. Training: None.
Gender: Females mercenaries are rare. Guild: None.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
troll.
Disposition: Due to their easily changed
loyalty, or lack thereof, most mercenaries tend to be
unethical.
Temperament: Mercenaries tend to be cho-
leric and phlegmatic.
Sociality: Serf.
Religion: Any.
Skills: Armor (General), Armor (Specific)
+ 3, Blindfighting + 3, Haggling + 3, Weapon (Gen-
eral) + 3, and 3 Weapons (Specific).
Equipment: Mercenaries prefer medium ar-
mor such as chainmail, though they may use any
weapon.
Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Advancement Points: Mercenaries gain AP
by damaging foes while in service to their employ-
ers -- usually the military, as part of a battle or skir-
mish. Points gained equal the damage dealt.
Training: None.
Guild: None.

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 Militiaman Religion: The best militiamen worship gods
Warriors are the most common, and per- of justice, law, or order.
haps necessary, adventurers. Without the bravado Skills: Armor (Specific), Blindfighting + 3,
of warriors, combat would be exceedingly difficult Disarm + 3, Law + 3, Weapon (General) + 3, and 1
for other occupations. 5 different classes of war- Weapon (Specific).
riors exist, each with different advantages and dis- Equipment: Most militia wear only light ar-
advantages. The typical warrior, compared to other mor such as leather and carry clubs, though some
occupations, is unrestricted regarding arms and ar- use maces.
mor, and is the deadliest foe at close quarters. The Magic Points: Inapplicable.
classes of warriors include gladiator, knight, merce- Advancement Points: Militiamen gain AP
nary, militiaman, and soldier. by maintaining peace in their community. Points
A member of the local militia receives mini- gained equal the number of LP of criminals who
mal training, and duties entail enforcing law and or- they have personally subdued or imprisoned, while
der for the local community. Daily wages are 10 s.p. in dangerous or life-threatening situations. Hence,
Ability Requirements: Physical Fitness 90, AP are not awarded for scolding a thieving child. A
Strength (average for each race and gender), Agility militiaman must train to advance.
100, and Intelligence 85. Training: 2 weeks. To train, a militiaman
Gender: Female militiamen are rare. must learn more about surrounding areas, fences,
Race: Any but ogre or troll. contacts, local characters, restraining techniques, and

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Disposition: Since the duty of a militiaman the law. As militiamen advance, they may increase
is to uphold law and order, it is unlikely, though rank and are often transferred to better beats. In
possible, to find an unethical militiaman. urban centers, most 1st level militiamen get assigned
Temperament: Militiamen tend to be phleg- to the slums. A Militiaman must train with other
matic. militia, usually local.
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 Miller Miner
This occupation specializes in converting This occupation specializes in mining ores
grain into flour and selling it. Originally, flour was from the earth. A miner digs a mine shaft either to
ground by hand. Then, animals turned cogs, which find precious metals or stones, or to tunnel under-
powered the grindstones. Now, power is derived neath the wall of a besieged fortification. There-
from either water or air. Water-driven mills are usu- fore, miners may be civilian or military.
ally located across rivers, though windmills may be Under the supervision of an engineer, mili-
nearly anywhere. Windmills are less reliable than tary miners may attempt to dig beneath a moat and
watermills, because windmills depend on the weather. then wall, set a fire, evacuate the tunnel, and hope
Grain is purchased from farmers after it has been to collapse the wall. Once underneath the moat or
winnowed. Once milled, grain is sold to bakers. The wall, the miners will support the mine shaft with
cost of building an average mill is 12,000 s.p. The timbers. Otherwise, miners may dig underneath the
cost of a millstone is 1,100 s.p. Daily wages are wall and up to the surface, so that soldiers can enter
typically 5 s.p. the besieged fortification. In either case, a counter-
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 80. mine may be dug by defenders if they detect mining
Gender: Female millers are rare. by besiegers. A bowl of water may be placed atop
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill the defending wall and watched for ripples, which
troll. may alert defenders to the presence of mining. Suc-
Disposition: Any. cessful counter-miners will collapse the tunnel. Fi-
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Temperament: Any. nally, another method of mining is when miners, in

Sociality: Peasant or serf. this case called sappers, approach the wall of the
Religion: Any. besieged fortification while hiding in the cat of a
Skills: Milling + 5 and Haggling + 3. battering ram. Once at the wall, the sappers pick at
Equipment: None. the wall to weaken its structure. Daily wages are
Magic Points: Inapplicable. typically 7 s.p., whether civilian or military.
Advancement Points: For each 1,000 Ability Requirements: Common Sense 75.
pounds of grain milled, a miller acquires 1 AP. Gender: Female miners are rare.
Training: None.
Guild: Millers’ Guild. Each apprentice must
serve 4 years. By guild statute, profits are limited to
1/16th of what is milled. Once an apprentice for 4
years, they may apply to work as a journeyman for
the guild.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
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 Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Minter
troll. Dwarves, kobolds, and subterranean trolls are This occupation specializes in minting cur-
exceptional miners. rency, usually in the form of coins or bars of pre-
Disposition: Any. cious metals. So far, no more than 100 million s.p.
Temperament: Any. have been minted per year per kingdom, and no
Sociality: Slave or serf. more than 1 million g.p.
Religion: Any. A minter must guard the anvil, die, and pre-
Skills: Appraise + 3, Mining + 5, and cious metal of their king with their life. If any of
Weapon (Specific). The specific weapon is a pick. these are stolen, then the minter is put to death,
Equipment: Pick. whether guilty or innocent. Each minter, including
Magic Points: Inapplicable. apprentices, must sign a clause in a contract that
Advancement Points: For each pound of allows the king to take their life if associated with
ore mined, a miner acquires 1 AP. All participating misfortune regarding minting, such as debasing the
miners who collapsed a wall or counter-mined a foe metal.
acquire 500 AP. The first coins ever minted were electrum, a
Training: None. naturally-occurring alloy of silver and gold. In the
Guild: Miners’ Guild. Each apprentice must beginning, these coins were 55% gold. Slowly, this
serve 4 years. Once an apprentice for 4 years, they changed to 43% gold. Eventually, electrum coins
may apply to work as a journeyman for the guild. were abandoned in favor of purer metals.

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For a journeyman to become a master, they Daily wages are typically 7 s.p.
must be able financially to open their own shop, Ability Requirements: Intelligence 80.
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive Gender: Female minters are rare.
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every troll.
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has Disposition: Any.
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- Temperament: Any.
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed Sociality: Serf.
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 Religion: Any. Money-Lender
Skills: Blacksmithing + 5 and Minting + 5. This occupation specializes in lending money
Equipment: Forge, anvil, die, hammer, and with the understanding that it will be repaid with 5-
precious metal. 6% interest, or that favors must be performed.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Money-lenders are resented, but also respected.
Advancement Points: For each bar of pre- Because money-lenders run risks, interest is high.
cious metal minted, a minter acquires 1 AP. A borrower who fails to repay may expect their
Training: None. goods to be seized and given to the money-lender.
Guild: Minters’ Guild. Each apprentice If this compensation is insufficient to repay the debt,
must serve 7 years. A masterpiece must be pro- then the borrower will be imprisoned or banished.
duced to become a journeyman. Imprisonment is more effective for the money-
Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may lender, since it gives the borrower a chance to ac-
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If quire money and repay it. Daily wages vary depend-
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. ing on the market and the gullibility of the customer.
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- Ability Requirements: Intelligence 90 and
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days. Common Sense 90.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check, Gender: Female money-lenders are rare.
because those in the guild who review the appren- Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an troll.
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apprentice for some corrupt reason. Disposition: Any.

For a journeyman to become a master, they Temperament: Any.
must be able financially to open their own shop, Sociality: Serf or noble.
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive Religion: Any.
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. Skills: Haggling + 5 and Intimidation + 5.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every Equipment: Money.
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has Magic Points: Inapplicable.
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- Advancement Points: For each silver piece
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed earned due to interest, a money-lender acquires 1
appropriate. AP.
Training: None.
Guild: Bankers’ Guild. Each apprentice
must serve 7 years. Once an apprentice for 7 years,
they may apply to work as a journeyman for the
guild.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.

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 Mountaineer Musician/Minstrel
This occupation specializes in climbing and This occupation specializes in performing
traversing mountains. Daily wages are typically 13 music. Musicians or minstrels play music, but un-
s.p. like bards they do not adventure in search of inspi-
Ability Requirements: Physical Fitness 110, ration. Daily wages are typically 4 s.p.
Strength (able to bench press body weight), Agility Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi-
100, and Intelligence 75. nation 100, Math Intelligence 85, Analytic Intelli-
Gender: Female mountaineers are rare. gence 95, Spatial Intelligence 100. (Vocal Charisma
Race: Any but elf, ogre, or troll. Dwarves 110, if singer).
tend to be the best mountaineers. Gender: Either.
Disposition: Any but ogre. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Temperament: Any. troll. Human music varies widely. Bugbear music is
Sociality: Serf. always fast.
Religion: Any. Disposition: Any.
Skills: Mountaineering + 5. Temperament: Any.
Equipment: Pick. Sociality: Serf or noble.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Religion: Any.
Advancement Points: For each mountain Skills: Music (Counterpoint) + 5, Music
fully climbed, a mountaineer acquires 100 AP. (Theory) + 5, and Musical Instrument + 5.

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Training: None. Equipment: Voice or instrument.
Guild: None. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Advancement Points: For each successful
performance to an audience of at least a dozen,
occurring less frequently than once per week and
involving new music, a musician or minstrel acquires
1 AP.
Training: None.

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 Guild: Musicians’ Guild. Each apprentice Navigator
must serve 7 years. A masterpiece must be pro- This occupation specializes in naval naviga-
duced to become a journeyman. The masterpiece tion via the stars. A navigator may be civilian or
must be a musical work that is composed by the military. Navigators often become the captain or
musician. The musical work must display compli- first-mate of a vessel. Most navigators are experi-
cated music theory and counterpoint. Finally, the enced sailors as well. Daily wages are typically 13
musician must perform this musical work flawlessly s.p.
before their master and 3 guild officials. 2 out of 3 Ability Requirements: Intelligence 90.
guild officials must approve of the musician as a Gender: Female navigators are rare.
journeyman. Race: Bugbear and human. Other races
Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may avoid navigating seas or oceans.
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If Disposition: Any.
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. Temperament: Any.
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- Sociality: Serf.
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d100 days. Religion: Any.
Finally, the masterpiece must be performed before Skills: Constellations + 5 and Sailing + 5.
guild officials. The performance constitutes a Mu- Equipment: None.
sical Instrument skill check. The TH is determined Magic Points: Inapplicable.
by the Aedile depending on complexity. The Aedile Advancement Points: For each naval ven-
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may overrule any masterpiece skill check, because ture in which no faulty navigation occurs, a naviga-
those in the guild who review the apprentice may tor acquires 5 AP.
dislike them or choose to keep them as an appren- Training: None.
tice for some corrupt reason. Guild: None.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The Aedile decides the TH.

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 Papermaker Pawnshopman
This occupation specializes in making and This occupation specializes in the business
selling paper. For more information on making pa- of pawning valuables, trinkets, and possessions.
per, see the Papermaking skill (Chap. 8: Skills). Elves Daily wages are typically 6 s.p.
only make paper from dead trees, and never fell liv- Ability Requirements: Intelligence 80 and
ing trees for paper or any other reason. Papermak- Common Sense 85.
ers sell paper to bookbinders. Daily wages are typi- Gender: Female pawnshopmen are rare.
cally 12 s.p. Race: Any but ogre and troll.
Ability Requirements: Spatial Intelligence Disposition: Any.
90 and Intelligence (overall) 80. Temperament: Any.
Gender: Female papermakers are rare. Sociality: Serf.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Religion: Any.
troll. Skills: Haggling + 5.
Disposition: Any. Equipment: None.
Temperament: Any. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Sociality: Serf. Advancement Points: For each 10 items
Religion: Any. traded, a pawnshopman acquires 1 AP.
Skills: Haggling + 3 and Papermaking + 5. Training: None.
Equipment: Paper. Guild: Pawnshopmans’ Guild. Each ap-

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Magic Points: Inapplicable. prentice must serve 4 years. Once an apprentice for
Advancement Points: For each piece of 4 years, they may apply to work as a journeyman for
paper made, a papermaker acquires 1/20th of 1 AP. the guild.
Training: None. For a journeyman to become a master, they
Guild: Papermakers’ Guild. Each appren- must be able financially to open their own shop,
tice must serve 7 years. A masterpiece must be pro- and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
duced to become a journeyman. approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days. appropriate.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
because those in the guild who review the appren-
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
apprentice for some corrupt reason.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
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 Perfumer Pewterer
This occupation specializes in making and This occupation specializes in shaping and
selling perfumes. Females who wear perfume are selling pewter. Daily wages are typically 16 s.p.
50% likely to smell more attractive to any given male. Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi-
If they do smell more attractive, then the Charisma nation 90 and Intelligence 80.
of the perfumed female will increase by (1d10)% Gender: Female pewterers are rare.
for 1d10 hours, depending on the quality of the per- Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
fume purchased. Daily wages are typically 14 s.p. troll.
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 90. Disposition: Any.
Gender: Either. Temperament: Any.
Race: Human. Sociality: Serf.
Disposition: Any. Religion: Any.
Temperament: Any. Skills: Haggling + 3 and Pewtersmithing +
Sociality: Serf. 5.
Religion: Any. Equipment: Pewter.
Skills: Haggling + 3, Perfumemaking + 5, Magic Points: Inapplicable.
and Smell + 5. Advancement Points: For each pound of
Equipment: Scented liquids. pewter shaped and sold, a pewterer acquires 1 AP.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Training: None.
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Advancement Points: For each new and Guild: Smiths’ Guild. Each apprentice must
delectable perfume made, a perfumer acquires 10 serve 7 years. All members are prohibited from in-
AP. For each bottle of perfume sold, a perfumer juring each other including apprentices, or their
acquires 1 AP. property. Members accused of violating this prohi-
Training: None. bition are banished from the guild, if not the com-
Guild: Perfumers’ Guild. Each apprentice munity. All members are discouraged by a 100 s.p.
must serve 7 years. A masterpiece must be pro- fine from helping smiths outside of their guild, as
duced to become a journeyman. well as making illegal keys or tools for thieves. Ap-
Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may prentices must pay 200 s.p. to join the guild as a
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If journeyman, though sons of members may join for
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. free. If any member has more charcoal than needed,
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- then it may only be sold to other members at a fixed
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days. price, and no member may purchase more than nec-
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check, essary for their work. Violators regarding charcoal
because those in the guild who review the appren- pay 100 s.p. A master may not have more than 2
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an apprentices or own a slave; otherwise, a fee of 100
apprentice for some corrupt reason. s.p. is charged.
For a journeyman to become a master, they Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may
must be able financially to open their own shop, apply to work as a journeyman for the guild.
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive For a journeyman to become a master, they
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. must be able financially to open their own shop,
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
appropriate. worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.

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 Pick Pocket/Cutpurse Potter
Thieves are popular both in cities and the This occupation specializes in making pot-
wilderness. They are a constant threat to any soci- tery. Daily wages are typically 6 s.p.
ety. In general, thieves tend toward unethical dis- Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75.
positions, though some spies or assassins may be Gender: Female potters are uncommon.
very loyal. There are 5 classes of thief, including Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
the assassin, bandit, pick pocket, ruffian, and spy. troll.
Considered to be urban bandits, pick pock- Disposition: Any.
ets most often make a habit of bumping into char- Temperament: Any.
acters amidst a crowd, stealing their goods, and run- Sociality: Serf.
ning to safety. Usually, pick pockets are nonviolent, Religion: Any.
though aggressive ones exist. Skills: Haggling + 3 and Pottery + 5.
If they carry a blade and steal purses, then Equipment: Any.
they are considered a cutpurse, not a pick pocket. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi- Advancement Points: For each successfully
nation 90, Agility 90, and Intelligence 75. made and functional pot, a potter acquires 1 AP.
Gender: Either. Training: None.
Race: Any but ogre or troll. Humans and Guild: Potters’ Guild. Each apprentice must
kobolds are most common. serve 7 years. A masterpiece must be produced to

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Disposition: Pick pockets and cutpurses become a journeyman.
tend to be unethical and most are not moral. Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may
Temperament: Pick pockets and cutpurses make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
tend to be phlegmatic. passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
Sociality: Serf. If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
Religion: Any. terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
Skills: Appraise + 3, Hide + 5, Pick Pocket The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
+ 8, Silence + 3, Sprint + 5, and Touch + 5. because those in the guild who review the appren-
Equipment: Most pick pockets do not wear tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
armor at all, preferring to blend into a crowd. Few apprentice for some corrupt reason.
have weapons, but if armed, a dagger is most likely For a journeyman to become a master, they
to be carried. must be able financially to open their own shop,
Magic Points: Inapplicable. and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
Advancement Points: Pick pockets gain AP approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
by successfully picking a character’s pocket, while The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
cutpurses gain AP for stealing purses. Points gained period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
by pick pockets equal the adjusted number that worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
passed a skill check for the Pick Pocket skill. Fur- rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
ther, 1 AP is gained for the equivalent of each silver appropriate.
piece pilfered by the pick pocket or cutpurse.
Training: None.
Guild: None.

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 Poulterer Prince/Princess
This occupation specializes in processing and This occupation is not chosen, but inher-
selling poultry. Chickens are the most popular poul- ited. A prince is the son of a king and queen. If
try, but poulterers also sell rabbits, hares, kids, and multiple princes exist, then the oldest living prince
lambs. Daily wages are typically 6 s.p. will become king when the king dies. A princess is
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75. the daughter of the king and queen. If the king
Gender: Female poutlerers are rare. dies and he has no princes, then the princess will
Race: Any but ogre or troll. become queen; shortly thereafter she will select and
Disposition: Any. marry any male of royal birth, who will become king.
Temperament: Any. Daily wages are an allowance, if given, from the king.
Sociality: Peasant or serf. The days of princes and princesses are filled
Religion: Any. with education; they are learning how to rule and
Skills: Haggling + 3. make better decisions.
Equipment: Poultry. Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Gender: Princes are male, princesses are
Advancement Points: For each animal female.
used, a poulterer acquires 1/10th of 1 AP. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Training: None. troll.
Guild: Poulterers’ Guild. Each apprentice Disposition: Any.
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must serve 5 years. Once an apprentice for 7 years, Temperament: Any.

they may apply to work as a journeyman for the Sociality: Royalty.
guild. Religion: Any religion endorsed by the king.
For a journeyman to become a master, they Skills: Cartography + 3, Etiquette + 3, Ge-
must be able financially to open their own shop, nealogy + 3, Heraldry + 5, History (Cultural) + 3,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive History (Local) + 3, History (Military) + 3, Law +
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. 5, and Language (Read/Write).
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every Equipment: None.
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has Magic Points: Inapplicable.
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- Advancement Points: A prince or princess
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed advances in level by winning the approval and favor
appropriate. of the king and queen over rival princes or prin-
cesses. Each time that the king or queen acts in
favor of this prince or princess, 5 AP is earned. If
the prince or princess does not have brothers or
sisters, then each time the public acts in favor of
the prince, instead of the king or queen, 5 AP is
earned.
Training: None.
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 Public Executioner Pursemaker
Also called a carnifex, this occupation spe- This occupation specializes in making purses.
cializes in killing characters who are convicted of Pursemakers arrange deals with tanners to purchase
crimes. Prior to executing a criminal, the public large quantities of tanned leather at lower prices.
executioner dons a black hood. Popular methods The tanned leather is made into pouches, which are
include beheading, crucifying, and hanging. The sometimes called backpacks or purses. Daily wages
public executioner often assists the bailiff in tortur- are typically 16 s.p.
ing apprehended criminals. Daily wages are 8 s.p. Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75.
Ability Requirements: Strength 100 and Gender: Female pursemakers are rare.
Intelligence 75. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Gender: Female public executioners are rare. troll.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Disposition: Any.
troll. Temperament: Any.
Disposition: Public executioners tend to be Sociality: Serf.
immoral. Religion: Any.
Temperament: Any. Skills: Haggling + 3 and Pursemaking + 5.
Sociality: Serf. Equipment: Leather.
Religion: Any. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Skills: Dismemberment + 5 and Weapon Advancement Points: For each successfully

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(Specific). The specific weapon is a berdeesh. made purse, a pursemaker acquires 1 AP.
Equipment: Berdeesh. Training: None.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Guild: Pursemaker. Each apprentice must
Advancement Points: For each convicted serve 8 years. A masterpiece must be produced to
and killed criminal, a public executioner acquires 5 become a journeyman.
AP. For points to be earned, only 1 attack must be Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may
made to kill the criminal. If more than 1 attack is make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
necessary, then points are not earned. For this rea- passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
son, a public executioner always sharpens their If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
berdeesh. terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
Training: None. The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
Guild: None. because those in the guild who review the appren-
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
apprentice for some corrupt reason.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
VIVERE.COMMUNE.EST. approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
SED.NON.COMMUNE.MERERI The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.
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 Ranger ture (Trees) + 3, Search + 3, Sight + 3, Sound + 3,
Fighters are those who are capable foes, but Sprint + 3, and 2 Weapons (Specific).
informally trained. 3 classes of fighters exist as ad- Equipment: Rangers prefer light armor
venturers: berserkers, bounty hunters, and rang- such as leather or studded leather, and often carry a
ers. bow.
Those who roam the countryside, familiar Magic Points: Inapplicable.
with every nook and cranny, every trick of survival, Advancement Points: Rangers gain AP in
are rangers. Most often, rangers sell their services many ways. For each blow dealt successfully to a
to adventurers, merchants, or travelers as guides. foe, rangers gain AP equal to half of the damage
Daily wages are 10 s.p. delivered. Further, each successful skill check for
Ability Requirements: Physical Fitness 90, Animal Handling, Climb, Direction Sense, Fishing,
Health 90. Hunting, Nature (Animals), Nature (Beasts), Nature
Gender: Female rangers are uncommon. (Birds), Nature (Fish), Nature (Geography), Nature
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill (Humanoids), Nature (Mycology), Nature (Plants),
troll. Nature (Trees), Search, Sight, and Sound merits a
Disposition: Rangers are rarely immoral or gain in AP equal to half of the adjusted number
ethical. that passed the skill check. However, skill checks
Temperament: Rangers may be any tem- may not be included when performed for trivial rea-
perament. sons or daily routine, but only under life-threaten-
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Sociality: Peasant or serf. ing conditions, risk of injury, or when difficult. For
Religion: Any. example, the mere successful identification of a tree
Skills: Aim + 3, Animal Handling + 3, Climb [successful Nature (Tree) skill check] earns nothing
+ 3, Constellations + 3, Direction Sense + 5, Fish- for the ranger, but identifying a particular tree amidst
ing + 3, Hunting + 3, Nature (Animals) + 3, Nature the wilderness for a client who has hired the ranger
(Beasts) + 3, Nature (Birds) + 3, Nature (Fish) + 3, as a guide to find it, deserves AP.
Nature (Geography) + 3, Nature (Humanoids) + 3, Training: None.
Nature (Mycology) + 3, Nature (Plants) + 3, Na- Guild: None.

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 Reeve Ropemaker
The reeve is a peasant official who is subor- This occupation specializes in making and
dinate to the bailiff. The reeve is selected annually selling rope. Some ropemakers are called
from the populace. His main duty is to see that the cordwainers, since they specialize in cords, such as
villagers who owe labor service rise promptly and laces for shoes. Others are called threadmakers.
report for work. A reeve makes sure no herdsman Threadmakers spin flax to make linen, then may have
slips away to a fair, market, wrestling match, or tav- a dyer dye it, then sell it to either drapers or weav-
ern without obtaining leave and finding a substitute. ers. Daily wages are typically 9 s.p.
On some manors, the reeve collects the rent. With- Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75.
out formal schooling, the reeve keeps track of all Gender: Female ropemakers are rare.
these facts and figures by means of marks on a tally Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
stick. For his labors, physical and mental, the reeve troll.
receives no money stipend, but nevertheless quite Disposition: Any.
substantial compensation. He is always exempted Temperament: Any.
from his normal village obligations. The reeve has Sociality: Serf.
an assistant, known variously as the beadle, hayward, Religion: Any.
or messor, who serves partly as the reeve’s deputy, Skills: Haggling + 3 and Ropemaking + 5.
partly in an independent role. Daily wages are 0 s.p. Equipment: None.
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75. Magic Points: Inapplicable.

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Gender: Male only. Advancement Points: For each 100 feet of
Race: Human. rope made, a ropemaker acquires 1 AP.
Disposition: Any. Training: None.
Temperament: Any. Guild: Ropemakers’ Guild. Each appren-
Sociality: Peasant. tice must serve 4 years. A masterpiece must be pro-
Religion: Any. duced to become a journeyman.
Skills: Haggling + 3. Once an apprentice for 4 years, they may
Equipment: None. make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
Magic Points: Inapplicable. passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
Advancement Points: For each day that no If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
villager is absent from work, a reeve acquires 5 AP. terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
Training: None. The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
Guild: None. because those in the guild who review the appren-
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
apprentice for some corrupt reason.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
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 Ruffian Temperament: Ruffians tend not to be san-
Thieves are popular both in cities and the guine.
wilderness. They are a constant threat to any soci- Sociality: Serf.
ety. In general, thieves tend toward unethical dis- Religion: Any. Religious ruffians are rare.
positions, though some spies or assassins may be Skills: Brawling + 5, Hide + 3, Intimidation
very loyal. There are 5 classes of thief, including + 5, and 1 Weapon (Specific).
the assassin, bandit, pick pocket, ruffian, and spy. Equipment: Ruffians rarely wear armor
Urban terrors, ruffians seem willing to bash heavier than leather, and prefer small weaponry, es-
any character over the head to get what they want, pecially weapons that are easily concealable and avail-
or often just for jest. Having no respect for any able, such as bottles, crowbars, daggers, rocks, and
character, ruffians willingly assault those who op- tools.
pose. Often, the better ruffians are hired by wealthy Magic Points: Inapplicable.
locals to rough up or intimidate characters for a pur- Advancement Points: Ruffians gain AP for
pose. This class of thief enjoys harming others for damaging others, though not from subdual damage.
no reason but the thrill. Ruffians are all too happy Points gained equal the damage dealt when hired by
to oblige for little pay. Commonly employed as a an employer, though if the victim attacked is inno-
bodyguard for a merchant, money-lender, brotheler, cent, does not deserve it, or did not ask for it, the
or for a vagabond or street-walking whore, the daily ruffian gains AP equal to half of the damage dealt.
wages of a ruffian are typically 10 s.p. Further, for each successful skill check of Intimida-
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Ability Requirements: Strength 115, Agil- tion, ruffians gain AP equal to half of the adjusted
ity 90, and Intelligence 75. number that passed the skill check. AP are gained
Gender: Female ruffians are rare. only from these skill checks once per intimidated
Race: Any but light elf, ogre, borbytingarna, character.
or hill troll. Training: None.
Disposition: Ruffians tend to be unethical Guild: None.
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 Saddler Sage
This occupation specializes in making Trained as scholars, sages actively seek
saddles. Daily wages are typically 10 s.p. knowledge or conduct their research in the field.
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75. Oftentimes, an aged or experienced sage maintains
Gender: Female saddlers are rare. a shop in town, supplying arcane items, ingredients
Race: Human. for spells, and knowledge. Most sages maintain a
Disposition: Any. shop to earn money for further research. However,
Temperament: Any. they usually dislike dealing with ordinary characters.
Sociality: Serf. Sages dedicate their lives to self-education.
Religion: Any. To be a sage, a character must have studied for at
Skills: Haggling + 3 and Saddlemaking + 5. least 10 years. For example, it is rare to find a young
Equipment: Leather. human sage. A sage is usually a respected member
Magic Points: Inapplicable. of their community, often considered to be a wise
Advancement Points: For each saddle man.
made successfully, a saddler acquires 1 AP. When employed, sages usually earn at least
Training: None. 10 s.p. per question answered. If research must be
Guild: Saddlers’ Guild. Each apprentice conducted, then fees of 100 s.p. or more per day
must serve 10 years. A masterpiece must be pro- are common.
duced to become a journeyman. Ability Requirements: Intelligence 120 and

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Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may Drive 115.
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If Gender: Female sages are rare.
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- troll.
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days. Disposition: Sages tend to be ethical and
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check, are neutral regarding morality.
because those in the guild who review the appren- Temperament: Sages tend to be melan-
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an cholic.
apprentice for some corrupt reason. Sociality: Serf or noble.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed SCIENTA.EST.POTENTIA
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 Religion: Any. Sailmaker
Skills: Anatomy + 3, Appraise + 5, Archi- This occupation specializes in making and
tecture + 3, Bookbinding + 3, Cartography + 3, selling sails for waterborne vessels. Daily wages are
Chemistry + 3, Constellations + 3, Cosmos (Gen- typically 11 s.p.
eral Planes) + 3, Etiquette + 3, Glassblowing + 3, Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75.
Heraldry + 3, Herbalism + 3, History Culture + 3, Gender: Female sailmakers are rare.
History Legends + 3, History Local + 5, History Race: Bugbear and human.
Military + 3, Law + 3, may read and write as many Disposition: Any.
languages as Intelligence allows, Logic + 5, Math Temperament: Any.
(Fundamental) + 8, Math (Algebra) + 5, Math (Ge- Sociality: Serf.
ometry) + 3, Math (Trigonometry) + 3, Music Religion: Any.
Theory + 5, Music Counterpoint + 3, 1 Musical Skills: Haggling + 3 and Sailmaking + 5.
Instrument + 3, Nature (Animals) + 3, Nature Equipment: Wool.
(Beasts) + 3, Nature (Birds) + 3, Nature (Fish) + 3, Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Nature (Geography) + 3, Nature (Humanoids) + 3, Advancement Points: For each sail made
Nature (Minerals) + 3, Nature (Mycology) + 3, Na- successfully, a sailmaker acquires 1 AP.
ture (Plants) + 3, Nature (Trees) + 3, Paper-making Training: None.
+ 3, Philosophy + 5, Religion (Cultural) + 3, Re- Guild: Sailmakers’ Guild. Each apprentice
member Detail + 3, Research (Library) + 5, Ritual must serve 7 years. A masterpiece must be pro-
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(Complex) + 5, Symbology + 3, Teaching + 5, and duced to become a journeyman.

Toxicology + 5. Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may
Equipment: Most sages live sedentary make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
lifestyles and avoid danger. Although a sage may passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
adventure to gain knowledge or ingredients, they do If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
not usually wear armor and wield weapons. Instead, terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
adventuring sages usually hire knights, mages, mer- The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
cenaries, priests, or rangers to assist or protect them. because those in the guild who review the appren-
Magic Points: Inapplicable. tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
Advancement Points: Sages gain AP by apprentice for some corrupt reason.
conducting research. Points gained equal the ad- For a journeyman to become a master, they
justed number that passes a skill check for any skill must be able financially to open their own shop,
listed above, provided that skill is used successfully and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
and crucial to conducting research. The research approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
may not be for whim, but must be for a genuine The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
attempt to acquire knowledge that is useful academi- period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
cally. A sage must train to advance a level. worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
Training: 5 weeks. To train, a sage must rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
study a new academic area or, more likely, learn more appropriate.
in their main area of interest. Sages often seek other
sages or scholars in their field, though depending
on the area of interest, they may study alone.
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 Sailor Scholar
This occupation specializes in sailing water- This occupation specializes in learning from
borne vessels. A sailor may be in the military. a teacher at either a religious school or university.
A pirate is a class of sailor who behaves as a Both the children of religious schools and young
bandit. Pirates often gather together, forming the men of universities are referred to as scholars.
crew of 1 or more vessels. A pirate is also skilled as A scholar attending a university studies ei-
a bandit and advances both as a sailor and as a ban- ther to be a barrister, doctor, or priest. Scholars, or
dit. their parents, pay for education; daily wages do not
Daily wages are typically 10 s.p. exist for scholars.
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75. Ability Requirements: Language 100 and
Gender: Female sailors are rare. Intelligence (overall) 100.
Race: Bugbear and human. Gender: Male only.
Disposition: Any. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Temperament: Any. troll.
Sociality: Slave or serf. Disposition: Any.
Religion: Any. Temperament: Any.
Skills: Sailing + 5. Sociality: Noble. Royal education is brought
Equipment: None. privately to the scholar.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Religion: Any.

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Advancement Points: For each naval jour- Skills: None until graduation. Upon gradu-
ney, a sailor acquires 10 AP. ating, the scholar acquires 1 or more skills accord-
Training: None. ing to the judgment of the Aedile.
Guild: None. Equipment: None.
Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Advancement Points: For each year
through which a scholar continues and learns, the
scholar increases by 1 occupational level as a scholar.
Training: Continuous.
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 Schoolmaster Scribe
This occupation specializes in teaching stu- This occupation specializes in copying writ-
dents. A schoolmaster teaches either children at a ten works and selling the copies to customers. Books
religious school or young men at a university. Both are valuable and rare, so many scribes are backed up
the children and young men are referred to as schol- with orders. To be a scribe, a character must have
ars. completed their religious schooling. However, some
If a schoolmaster teaches at a religious scribes attend a university, fail their final examina-
school, then the schoolmaster must be a proponent tion, and choose to be a scribe though they once
of the god to whom the school is devoted, as well desired to be a barrister, doctor, or priest.
as knowledgeable about the religion. The number of books is multiplying spec-
If a schoolmaster teaches at a university, then tacularly, even though every book must be copied
the schoolmaster is either specialized as a barrister, by hand. Scholars and universities supply a market
doctor, or priest. for textbooks, and scribes are therefore often lo-
Daily wages are typically 5 s.p. cated in the neighborhood of the school or univer-
Ability Requirements: Language 100 and sity. Scribes do more than copy texts. They also
Intelligence (overall) 100. serve as secretaries, both for the illiterate and those
Gender: Male only. who want particularly fine handwriting in their cor-
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill respondence.
troll. A scribe sits in a chair with extended arms
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Disposition: Any. across which his writing board is placed with the
Temperament: Any. sheets of parchment held in place by a deerskin
Sociality: Noble. thong. His implements include a razor or sharp knife
Religion: Any. for scraping, a pumice, an awl, a long and narrow
Skills: Teaching + 5, and any skill relative to parchment ruler, and a boar’s tooth for polishing.
the subject matter taught. A scribe works near a fire or keeps a basin of coals
Equipment: None. handy to dry the ink, which is held in an oxhorn,
Magic Points: Inapplicable. into which he dips a well-seasoned quill. The oxhorn
Advancement Points: For each scholar fits into a round hole in the writing board, with a
who graduates with the permission of the school- cover. Scribes are not always accurate.
master, a schoolmaster acquires 5 AP. The greatest number of books consist of
Training: None. plain, legibly written sheets that are bound in plain
Guild: None. wooden boards. Sometimes the boards are covered
in leather. Scholars often bind several books to-
gether under the same covers. Books are valuable
pieces of property, often pawned and rented as well
ET.STANTI.LEGIS.ET. as sold. Scholars are the chief renters. Across the
LEGIS.SEDENTI. bottom of the last page of many books is written
CURRENTI.LEGIS.ET. “For his pen’s labor, may the scribe be given a beau-
LEGIS.CACANTI tiful girl.” Books are kept not on open shelves, but
in locked chests. More elaborate books are bound
in ivory and metal covers mounted on wood. Some-
times they are decorated with enamel. Works are
You read to me when I’m standing seldom composed on parchment. Authors usually
And when I’m sitting, write on wax tablets and have their productions cop-
When I’m running and ied by scribes. A scribe writes first on wax and cop-
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The style of lettering varies, but currently it is pre- This occupation specializes in making and
ferred to have stiff, narrow, angular letters executed selling sheathes. Sheathers arrange deals with tan-
with heavy lines. ners, so that they may purchase large quantities of
Daily wages are typically 21 s.p. leather for lower prices. Sheathers make sheathes
Ability Requirements: Language 100 and for swords from leather and sell them to knights,
Intelligence (overall) 85. the only characters legally allowed to carry swords.
Gender: Male only. Daily wages are typically 12 s.p.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Ability Requirements: Intelligence 80.
troll. Humans and subterranean trolls are most likely Gender: Female sheathers are rare.
to be scribes. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Disposition: Any. troll.
Temperament: Any. Disposition: Any.
Sociality: Serf or noble. Temperament: Any.
Religion: Any. Sociality: Serf.
Skills: Forgery + 5 and Transcribing + 5. Religion: Any.
Equipment: Ink, pen, and paper. Skills: Haggling + 3 and Sheathmaking + 5.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Equipment: Leather.
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copied written work, a scribe acquires 5 AP. Advancement Points: For each successfully
Training: None. crafted sheathe, a sheather acquires 1 AP.
Guild: None. Training: None.
Guild: Sheathers’ Guild. Each apprentice
must serve 9 years. A masterpiece must be pro-
duced to become a journeyman.
Once an apprentice for 9 years, they may
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
because those in the guild who review the appren-
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
apprentice for some corrupt reason.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
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 Shepherd Shipwright
This occupation specializes in shepherding This occupation specializes in building water-
flocks. A shepherd must protect a flock of sheep borne vessels. Daily wages are typically 32 s.p.
from predators and thieves. Then, the shepherd Ability Requirements: Strength 90 and
shears the sheep and sells the wool to fullers. Daily Intelligence 100.
wages are typically 4 s.p. Gender: Female shipwrights are rare.
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75. Race: Bugbear and human. The other races
Gender: Female shepherds are rare. are not fond of seas or oceans.
Race: Human. Disposition: Any.
Disposition: Any. Temperament: Any.
Temperament: Any. Sociality: Serf.
Sociality: Slave or peasant. Religion: Any.
Religion: Any. Skills: Haggling + 3 and Shipwright + 5.
Skills: Animal Conditioning + 5 and Ani- Equipment: Wood. Shipwrights prefer fir,
mal Handling + 5. pine, and cedar for planking, fir and pine for masts
Equipment: None. and yards, and oak for frames. Sails are sewn of
Magic Points: Inapplicable. linen.
Advancement Points: For each flock suc- Magic Points: Inapplicable.
cessfully shepherded, a shepherd acquires 10 AP. Advancement Points: For each successfully
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Training: None. built large waterborne vessel such as a warship, a

Guild: None. shipwright acquires 50 AP. Small vessels such as a
rowboat acquire 5 AP. Usually, the local shipwright
of the highest level also holds the title of
Sheriff harbormaster.
This occupation specializes in collecting Training: None.
taxes. There is only 1 sheriff per king. A sheriff is Guild: Shipwrights’ Guild. Each appren-
continually traveling the kingdom, visiting all house- tice must serve 10 years. A masterpiece must be
holds, collecting taxes, and recording the number produced to become a journeyman.
of residents. By command of the king, all militia- Once an apprentice for 10 years, they may
men are subordinate to the sheriff, and will help the make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
sheriff collect taxes when necessary. Daily wages passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
are typically 75 s.p. If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 80. terpiece and make another skill check in 1d100 days.
Gender: Female sheriffs are rare. The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, or hill because those in the guild who review the appren-
troll. tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
Disposition: Any. apprentice for some corrupt reason.
Temperament: Any. For a journeyman to become a master, they
Sociality: Noble. must be able financially to open their own shop,
Religion: Any. and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
Skills: Haggling + 3 and Intimidation + 3. approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
Equipment: None. The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
Magic Points: Inapplicable. period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
Advancement Points: For each 100 s.p. worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
collected, or equivalent, a sheriff acquires 1 AP. rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
Training: None. appropriate.
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 Silversmith Skinner
This occupation specializes in working with This occupation specializes in skinning. A
silver and selling the finished products. Daily wages skinner removes the skin from an animal. Daily
are typically 10 s.p. wages are typically 6 s.p.
Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi- Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi-
nation 90 and Intelligence 85. nation 90 and Intelligence 85.
Gender: Female silversmiths are rare. Gender: Female skinners are rare.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Race: Any but light elf, ogre, borbytingarna,
troll. and hill troll.
Disposition: Any. Disposition: Any.
Temperament: Any. Temperament: Any.
Sociality: Serf. Sociality: Serf.
Religion: Any. Religion: Any.
Skills: Haggling + 3 and Silversmithing + 5. Skills: Haggling + 5 and Skinning + 5.
Equipment: None. Equipment: Knife.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Advancement Points: For each pound of Advancement Points: For each creature
silver worked, a silversmith acquires 1 AP. skinned succesfully, a skinner acquires 5 AP.
Training: None. Training: None.

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Guild: Smiths’ Guild. Each apprentice must Guild: Skinners’ Guild. Each apprentice
serve 10 years. All members are prohibited from must serve 7 years. Once an apprentice for 7 years,
injuring each other including apprentices, or their they may apply to work as a journeyman for the
property. Members accused of violating this prohi- guild.
bition are banished from the guild, if not the com- For a journeyman to become a master, they
munity. All members are discouraged by a 100 s.p. must be able financially to open their own shop,
fine from helping smiths outside of their guild, as and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
well as making illegal keys or tools for thieves. Ap- approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
prentices must pay 200 s.p. to join the guild as a The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
journeyman, though sons of members may join for period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
free. If any member has more charcoal than needed, worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
then it may only be sold to other members at a fixed rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
price, and no member may purchase more than nec- appropriate.
essary for their work. Violators regarding charcoal
pay 100 s.p. A master may not have more than 2
apprentices or own a slave; otherwise, a fee of 100
s.p. is charged.
Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may
apply to work as a journeyman for the guild.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
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 Slave ing, slaves must submit to their master or appren-
Oftentimes, slaves do not earn currency, but tice for full bodily shaving.
are given enough food to remain alive. If slaves are Slaves in a human society are usually branded
paid, then they usually earn less than 4 s.p. per day. with a mark that indicates their master. Slaves in a
Slaves may be purchased in Chapter 9: Equipment. For kobold society are marked with a several tools of
each task with which a slave becomes proficient, 10 surgery made of silver. A large design is carved into
AP are acquired. Additionally, for each day that a the back of the slave, and each design is unique.
slave does not get beaten or flogged, they must have Kobold carvers are valued for this purpose. Subter-
done something right, and so they acquire 1 AP. ranean trolls bite the upper back of their slaves, not
Children are popular slaves, especially abandoned necessarily to do damage, but to leave an identifying
female children. mark -- a dental pattern.
To determine the duties of a slave, roll 1d100 Ability Requirements: See corresponding
and consult the table below: occupation.
Gender: 62.9% of slaves1 are female, and
37.1% of slaves are male.
Roll Male Fe m ale Race: Any.
0 1 -0 6 Ca rte r Cha mbe r ma i d
0 7 -1 2 Cowhe rd Cha mbe r ma i d Disposition: Any.
1 3 -1 8 Cupbe a re r Cha mbe r ma i d Temperament: Any.
1 9 -2 4 Doc k wa l l ope r Cupbe a re r Sociality: Slave.
2 5 -3 0 Fa r me r Da i ry ma i d
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Religion: Any.
3 1 -3 6 Gl a di a tor Da nc e r
3 7 -4 2 He we r Gl a di a tor Skills: None.
4 3 -4 8 La bore r Groom Equipment: None.
4 9 -5 4 Li nk boy La undre ss Magic Points: Inapplicable.
5 5 -6 0 Ma son La undre ss Advancement Points: See corresponding
6 1 -6 6 Me sse nge r La bore r
6 7 -7 2 Mi ne r La bore r
occupation.
7 3 -7 8 Sa i l or We nc h Training: None.
7 9 -8 5 She phe rd Whore Guild: None. The master of a slave, natu-
8 6 -9 2 Sta bl e r Whore rally, may belong to a guild. A master may teach
9 3 -1 0 0 Swi ne he rd Whore
their occupation to their slave, but a slave cannot
legally become a head of a shop or a guild official.
Reroll at the Aedile’s discretion if the re-
sults are nonsensical. For more information about
the duties of a slave, see the appropriate occupa-
tion.
To determine the occupation of the mas- INTER.DOMINUM.ET.SERVUM.
ter, determine the master’s Social Class (see Chap. 6:
Sociality), and roll on the appropriate table in the NULLA.AMICITIA.EST
beginning of this chapter. Reroll nonsensical re-
sults, such as a master beggar.
The Aedile must determine the culture of
the master. Slaves in a bugbear society are shaven, There is no friendship
numbered, and cataloged. A number is burned into
their back to identify them, and the number is regis-
between master and slave.
tered with the master and community. Every morn-

1. This statistic is from Epstein’s Wage Labor and Guilds in Medieval Europe. For more information, see the References
section at the end of this book.

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 Slave-Trader Soapmaker
This occupation specializes in bartering hu- This occupation specializes in making and
manoids. A slave-trader may acquire slaves through selling soap. Daily wages are typically 6 s.p.
a network of other slave-traders abroad, or by many Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75.
means. Slave-traders with less morality may associ- Gender: Female soapmakers are uncom-
ate with ruffians and kidnap others to sell as slaves. mon.
Finally, the most extreme slave-traders may retain Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
attractive females and potent males for mating, so troll.
that offspring may be raised and sold as slaves. Most Disposition: Any.
slave-traders have sex with their slaves as desired. Temperament: Any.
Beginning slave-traders must obtain their slaves Sociality: Serf.
somehow, either by purchasing or stealing them. Religion: Any.
When a slave-trader is ready to sell a slave, Skills: Haggling + 3 and Soapmaking + 5.
the slave is cleaned and their appearance is maxi- Equipment: Lye.
mized. For example, slaves may wear oil, so that Magic Points: Inapplicable.
they seem to be in better Physical Fitness or have Advancement Points: For each 100 pounds
more Strength. Some slave-traders insist their slaves of soap made, a soapmaker acquires 1 AP.
eat healthy food and exercise often. Training: None.
Some slave-traders specialize in preparing Guild: Soapmakers’ Guild. Each appren-

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slaves to be gladiators and sell them to the coliseum. tice must serve 4 years. A masterpiece must be pro-
The coliseum may pay a higher price for a slave who duced to become a journeyman.
may entertain spectators. Once an apprentice for 4 years, they may
Slaves are often branded with a hot iron or make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
marked in an original way, so that characters in au- passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
thority will recognize them as the property of the If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
slave-trader (see Slave). terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
Daily wages are typically 8 s.p. for ethical The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
slave-traders, though higher for slave-traders who because those in the guild who review the appren-
steal their slaves. tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75. apprentice for some corrupt reason.
Gender: Female slave-traders are rare. For a journeyman to become a master, they
Race: Any but dwarf, elf, og re, must be able financially to open their own shop,
borbytingarna, or hill troll. and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
Disposition: Rarely ethical or moral. approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
Temperament: Any. The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
Sociality: Serf. period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
Religion: Any. worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
Skills: Haggling + 5 and Intimidation + 3. rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
Equipment: Slaves. appropriate.
Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Advancement Points: For each healthy
male slave who is traded, a slave-trader acquires 2
AP. For each healthy female slave who is traded, a
slave-trader acquires 3 AP. For each unhealthy slave
who is traded, a slave-trader acquires 1 AP.
Training: None.
Guild: None.

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 Soldier Temperament: Soldiers tend not to be
Warriors are the most common, and per- phlegmatic.
haps necessary, adventurers. Without the bravado Sociality: Serf.
of warriors, combat would be exceedingly difficult Religion: Any. Most often, soldiers wor-
for other occupations. 5 different classes of war- ship gods of war, valor, strength, or victory.
riors exist, each with different advantages and dis- Skills: Armor (General), Armor, (Specific)
advantages. The typical warrior, compared to other + 3, History (Military) + 3, Weapon (General) + 3,
occupations, is unrestricted regarding arms and ar- and 2 Weapons (Specific)
mor, and is the deadliest foe at close quarters. The Equipment: Soldiers seek the heaviest ar-
classes of warriors include gladiator, knight, merce- mor available, though most wear chainmail. As far
nary, militiaman, and soldier. as weapons, soldiers are trained in a variety of weap-
The most common class of warriors, sol- ons, depending on their duty station and rank. Most
diers are loyal to the military of their state and re- use a polearm or war hammer. For humans, swords
ceive average training. When not at war or in train- are reserved for knights only.
ing, soldiers are usually building or repairing roads. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Daily wages are typically 10 s.p. for light infantry, Advancement Points: Soldiers gain AP by
and higher for others. For more information, see damaging foes while in service to their military as
Wages in Chapter 18: Warfare. part of a battle or skirmish. Points gained equal the
Ability Requirements: Physical Fitness 90, damage dealt. A soldier must train to advance.
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Strength (average for race and gender), Drive 100, Training: 2 weeks. To train, a soldier must
Hand-Eye Coordination 100, Agility 100, and Intel- learn more about other nearby armies, killing tech-
ligence 80. niques, weapon maneuvers and weapon tricks, battle
Gender: Female soldiers are rare. tactics, etc. A soldier must receive their training
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill through the military in which they are part. More
troll. general information on military training is available
Disposition: Any. in Chapter 18: Warfare.
Guild: None.

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 Sorcerer
Generically speaking, a wizard is one who casts spells and is most often imagined to be wearing a
robe. 2 different classes of wizard are available: sorcerers and mages. Sorcerers and mages are often
considered and labeled by others as immoral and casting black magic, or moral and casting white magic.
White magicians are sometimes called Sons of Light. References to black magicians include Brothers of
the Shadow, the Dark Brothers, Grey Brothers, and followers of the Left-Hand Path or the Path of
Shadows.

Like lihood of A dvanc ing in Spe ll Le ve l

O c c upational Spe ll Le ve l
Le ve l 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
1 5% 1% - - - - - - -
2 40% 5% - - - - - - -
3 55% 32% 5% - - - - - -
4 70% 47% 25% 5% - - - - -
5 85% 61% 37% 19% 4% - - - -
6 100% 74% 50% 30% 14% 3% - - -
7 - 87% 63% 42% 25% 10% 2% - -
8 - 100% 75% 53% 36% 20% 7% 1% -
9 - - 88% 65% 47% 30% 24% 5% 1%

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10 - - 100% 76% 57% 40% 32% 20% 4%
11 - - - 88% 68% 50% 41% 28% 23%
12 - - - 100% 79% 60% 49% 36% 31%
13 - - - - 90% 70% 58% 44% 39%
14 - - - - 100% 80% 66% 52% 47%
15 - - - - - 90% 75% 60% 55%
16 - - - - - 100% 83% 68% 63%
17 - - - - - - 92% 76% 71%
18 - - - - - - 100% 84% 79%
19 - - - - - - - 92% 87%
20 - - - - - - - 99% 95%

As wizards advance in occupational level, gift, however, usually shun the sorcerer, and in some
they must roll 1d100 and consult the table above to cultures, kill or banish them, calling them warlocks
determine if they have learned enough about magic or witches depending on the gender of the sorcerer
to attempt more complicated spells -- spells of a or sorceress. Generally, sorcerers do not cast spells
higher spell level. If the advancing wizard fails the in public, because they are likely to be hunted by
roll by rolling higher than the listed percentage, then assassins, bounty hunters, and possibly armies. Sor-
the wizard must wait until they advance another oc- cery is a crime beyond high justice, and usually sub-
cupational level before attempting to increase their ject to cruel treatment such as mutilation. When
spell level. Note that it is possible for a 1st level valued by others, sorcerers are sometimes called
wizard to know spells higher than those from the 1st prophets. Some female prophets assist druids. An
spell level. ancient name for a sorcerer is pharmakeutes. Hav-
Magic was either first discovered by accident ing no need of grimoires or rigid training, most sor-
or introduced by a god. In either case, the first to cerers withdraw from society to practice and de-
dabble with magic did so by trial and error and have velop their magic through self-exploration. It is
been known as sorcerers ever since. Discovering common for sorcerers to gather into groups, known
that they have a natural and innate ability to use as covens. Sorcerers are dabblers, and for this rea-
magic, sorcerers believe they are gifted above all oth- son cast only chaos magic (see Chap. 11: Magic). Most
ers. Those around them and who do not have this sorcerers practice black magic.

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 Roll 1d4 to determine the number of disci- Sociality: Peasant or serf. As sorcerers are
plines to which a sorcerer has access. Next, roll not well-received by most societies, they tend to hide
1d100 and consult the list of disciplines presented their powers and conduct magic privately. It is com-
in the following table: mon for jealous wives to consult a witch. Though
laws are common in societies against sorcery, they
Roll D is c ipline Roll D is c ipline
0 1 -2 0 Ai r 6 1 -8 0 Fi re are not always enforced, but usually provide drastic
2 1 -4 0 E a rth 8 1 -1 0 0 Wa te r punishment.
4 1 -6 0 E the r Religion: Sorcerers tend to worship gods
This roll randomly determines a discipline concerned with self-indulgence and shameless acts.
from which the sorcerer is able to cast, and must be Skills: Divination (Astrology) + 3,
rolled a number of times equal to the number of Spellcasting (Combat) + 3, Cosmos (General Planes)
disciplines to which they have access; reroll any rep- + 3, and Constellations + 3.
etitious numbers. Equipment: Sorcerers tend to shun armor
A sorcerer begins knowing 1d6 spells per and most weapons. Often, sorcerers carry a dagger
occupational level, which they may choose from their or a quarterstaff.
accessible disciplines. Upon advancing an occupa- Magic Points: Sorcerers begin with (38 +
tional level, sorcerers gain 1d6 spells, also chosen 1d20) MP per occupational level and recover a num-
from their available disciplines. ber of points per hour equal to twice their current
Ability Requirements: Discovering and level, or thrice their current level if asleep. For ex-
casting spells as a sorcerer has requirements that vary ample, a 3rd level sorcerer recovers 6 MP per hour
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depending on the level of the spell (not the caster). while awake. As sorcerers advance in occupational
If any requirement is unmet, then the sorcerer is level, they gain an additional (38 + 1d20) MP. MP’s
unable to cast spells of that spell level. are explained in Chapter 11: Magic.
Advancement Points: Sorcerers gain AP
Spe ll Le ve l D rive Intuition Re fle c tion by casting spells, though not for trivial reasons. To
1 110 100 105 gain points, the casting of a spell must be done while
2 115 105 110 in danger, life-threatening conditions, or as a means
3 120 110 115 to an important purpose. Points gained equal the
4 125 115 120
5 130 120 125 number of MP expended multiplied times 3.
6 135 125 130 Training: None.
7 140 130 135 Guild: None.
8 145 135 140
9 150 140 145
10 155 145 150

Gender: Either. A male is called a sorcerer

or warlock, a female is called sorcereress or witch.
Race: Any but ogre, borb., and hill troll.
Disposition: Since others typically do not
respond well to sorcerers, most sorcerers are un-
ethical and tend toward immorality. An immoral
sorcerer may be called a maleficus, meaning a char-
acter who uses evil magic.
Temperament: Sorcerers tend not to be
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 Spy Squire
Thieves are popular both in cities and the This occupation is required prior to knight-
wilderness. They are a constant threat to any soci- hood. A commoner cannot choose to be a squire.
ety. In general, thieves tend toward unethical dis- A squire is the son of a knight or, if none exists, is
positions, though some spies or assassins may be selected by a knight.
very loyal. There are 5 classes of thief, including The duty of a squire is to attend to the needs
the assassin, bandit, pick pocket, ruffian, and spy. of their knight. Daily wages of a squire are 5 s.p.
For any character to hire the expensive ser- Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75.
vices of a spy, the spy must have a reputation as Gender: Female squires are rare.
above average in requisite abilities; otherwise any Race: Human.
drunk could be hired in a tavern. Although spies are Disposition: Any.
thieves, they are professionals. Depending on the Temperament: Any.
job, spies earn at least 20 s.p. per day. Sociality: Serf or noble.
Ability Requirements: Physical Fitness 90, Religion: Any.
Intelligence 85, Drive 100, and Intuition 100. Skills: None.
Gender: Either. Equipment: None.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Magic Points: Inapplicable.
troll. Kobold spies gather information on the travel Advancement Points: Squires do not ad-
of human slave caravans. vance in level.

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Disposition: Spies tend to be ethical and Training: None.
are usually indifferent to morality. Guild: None.
Temperament: Spies tend not to be phleg-
matic.
Sociality: Serf or noble. Stabler
Religion: Any. This occupation specializes in the stabling
Skills: Disguise + 3, Forgery + 3, Hide + 3, of horses. Daily wages are typically 5 s.p.
Read Lips + 5, Remember Detail + 5, Sight + 5, Ability Requirements: Intelligence 85 and
Silence + 3, Sound + 3, and 1 Weapon (Specific). Intuition 75.
Equipment: Spies prefer weapons that may Gender: Female stablers are rare.
be hidden, though they rarely intend to use them. Race: Human.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Disposition: Any.
Advancement Points: Spies gain AP by suc- Temperament: Any.
cessfully spying as hired by an employer. Points Sociality: Slave, peasant, or serf.
gained equal half of the adjusted number concern- Religion: Any.
ing a successful skill check with a skill listed above Skills: Animal Conditioning + 5, Animal
for spies, and half of the damage done to a foe in Handling + 5, and Grooming + 3.
combat. AP are not gained for skills or combats Equipment: Stables and oats.
irrelevant to the specific task of spying, as hired by Magic Points: Inapplicable.
an employer. A spy must train to advance. Advancement Points: For each horse
Training: 3 weeks. To train, a spy must learn stabled to the satisfaction of the owner, a stabler
how to move unseen and infiltrate foreign or unfa- acquires 1 AP.
miliar places. A spy must train with a spy higher in Training: None.
occupational level. Guild: None.
Guild: None.

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 Swineherd Tailor
This occupation specializes in herding swine. This occupation specializes in fitting cloth-
When the swine are fat enough, they are sold to the ing. A tailor sits inside their shop, cutting and sew-
butcher. Daily wages are typically 5 s.p. ing in clear view of the public. In this way, a cus-
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75. tomer may inspect the work and a tailor may display
Gender: Female swineherders are rare. their skill. When the buying public arrives, the tai-
Race: Human. lor deserts their bench and hurries outside, Hag-
Disposition: Any. gling so aggressively that guild rules are needed for
Temperament: Any. restraint. For example, one guild rule is that cus-
Sociality: Slave or peasant. tomers cannot be addressed who stop at a neighbor’s
Religion: Any. stall. Cloth is obtained from drapers or weavers.
Skills: Animal Conditioning + 5, Animal Daily wages are typically 8 s.p.
Handling + 5. Ability Requirements: Hand-Eye Coordi-
Equipment: None. nation 100 and Intelligence 85.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Gender: Female tailors, called seamstresses,
Advancement Points: For each new swine are rare.
herded successfully, a swineherd acquires 1 AP. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Training: None. troll.
Guild: None. Disposition: Any.
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Temperament: Any.
Sociality: Serf.
Religion: Any.
Skills: Haggling + 3 and Tailoring + 5.
Equipment: Needle and thread.
Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Advancement Points: For each full outfit
of clothing fitted to the satisfaction of the customer,
a tailor acquires 5 AP. Otherwise, for each individual
piece of clothing fitted to the satisfaction of the
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 Training: None. Tanner
Guild: Tailors’ Guild. Each apprentice must This occupation specializes in tanning
serve 6 years. A masterpiece must be produced to leather. Animal skins are purchased from a skinner.
become a journeyman. Discord exists between the For more information on Tanning, see Chapter 8:
Furriers’ Guild and the Tailors’ Guild. Skills. Daily wages are typically 7 s.p.
Once an apprentice for 6 years, they may Ability Requirements: Intelligence 80.
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If Gender: Female tanners are rare.
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. Race: Any but light elf, ogre, borbytingarna,
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- and hill troll.
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days. Disposition: Any.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check, Temperament: Any.
because those in the guild who review the appren- Sociality: Serf.
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an Religion: Any.
apprentice for some corrupt reason. Skills: Haggling + 3 and Tanning + 5.
For a journeyman to become a master, they Equipment: Leather.
must be able financially to open their own shop, Magic Points: Inapplicable.
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive Advancement Points: For every pound of
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. leather tanned successfully, a tanner acquires 1 AP.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every Training: None.

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period of 6 months in which the journeyman has Guild: Tanners’ Guild. Each apprentice
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- must serve 8 years. Once an apprentice for 8 years,
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed they may apply to work as a journeyman for the
appropriate. guild.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
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 Tavernkeeper Thatcher
This occupation specializes in operating a This occupation specializes in roofing. The
tavern. The tavernkeeper is usually the owner of roofs of the houses of peasants are thatched with
the tavern, and employs wenches and ruffians. The hay, and the roofs of the houses of serfs are thatched
tavernkeeper pours drinks for patrons and handles with slate shingles. Daily wages are typically 8 s.p.
any incidents that occur. Ruffians are hired as bounc- Ability Requirements: Intelligence 80.
ers. Daily wages are typically 7 s.p. Gender: Female thatchers are rare.
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 80. Race: Anakim, bugbear, and human.
Gender: Male tavernkeepers are uncom- Disposition: Any.
mon. Temperament: Any.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Sociality: Serf. Peasants do their own roof-
troll. ing and do not have a thatcher occupation.
Disposition: Any. Religion: Any.
Temperament: Any. Skills: Haggling + 3 and Thatching + 5.
Sociality: Serf. Equipment: Lead or slate.
Religion: Any. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Skills: Haggling + 3 and Taste + 3. Advancement Points: For each roof com-
Equipment: Tavern, kegs, wenches, and pleted successfully, a thatcher acquires 5 AP.
ruffians. Training: None.
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Magic Points: Inapplicable. Guild: Thatchers’ Guild. Each apprentice

Advancement Points: For every keg of al- must serve 7 years. Once an apprentice for 7 years,
cohol served, a tavernkeeper acquires 1 AP. they may apply to work as a journeyman for the
Training: None. guild.
Guild: Tavernkeepers’ Guild. Each appren- For a journeyman to become a master, they
tice must serve 4 years. Once an apprentice for 4 must be able financially to open their own shop,
years, they may apply to work as a journeyman for and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
the guild. approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
For a journeyman to become a master, they The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
must be able financially to open their own shop, period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every appropriate.
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.

AUT.BIBEAT.AUT.ABEAT

Either drink or get out.

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 Tilemaker Tinker
This occupation specializes in making and This occupation specializes in kitchen uten-
selling ceramic tiles. Daily wages are typically 8 s.p. sils. There are no forks in eating utensils, only spoons
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 80. and knives. Daily wages are typically 6 s.p.
Gender: Female tilemakers are rare. Ability Requirements: Intelligence 80.
Race: Any but elf, kobold, og re, Gender: Female tinkers are rare.
borbytingarna, and hill troll. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Disposition: Any. troll.
Temperament: Any. Disposition: Any.
Sociality: Serf. Temperament: Any.
Religion: Any. Sociality: Serf.
Skills: Haggling + 3 and Tilemaking + 5. Religion: Any.
Equipment: None. Skills: Haggling + 3 and Tinkering + 5.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Equipment: Any.
Advancement Points: For each successfully Magic Points: Inapplicable.
completed project, a tilemaker acquires 5 AP. Advancement Points: For each set of
Training: None. kitchen utensils made or sold, a tinker acquires 1
Guild: Tilemakers’ Guild. Each apprentice AP.
must serve 7 years. A masterpiece must be pro- Training: None.

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duced to become a journeyman. Guild: Tinkers’ Guild. Each apprentice
Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may must serve 7 years. A masterpiece must be pro-
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If duced to become a journeyman.
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days. passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check, If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas-
because those in the guild who review the appren- terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
apprentice for some corrupt reason. because those in the guild who review the appren-
For a journeyman to become a master, they tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an
must be able financially to open their own shop, apprentice for some corrupt reason.
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive For a journeyman to become a master, they
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. must be able financially to open their own shop,
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
appropriate. worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate.

Torturer
For more information, see bailiff and pub-
lic executioner in this chapter.

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 Trapper Vintner
This occupation specializes in trapping ani- This occuaption specializes in selling wine.
mals. Once trapped, animals are usually sold to a Since no method exists to fully seal any container
skinner. Daily wages are typically 9 s.p. of wine, there is no appreciation of vintage. When
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75. unsealed, wine is best when fresh, and it spoils wihin
Gender: Female trappers are rare. a year. Vintners travel the countryside, purchase
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill wine from brewers, and sell wine in cities. Daily
troll. wages are typically 8 s.p.
Disposition: Any. Ability Requirements: Intelligence 80.
Temperament: Any. Gender: Either.
Sociality: Peasant or serf. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Religion: Any. troll.
Skills: Haggling + 3 and Trapping + 5. Disposition: Any.
Equipment: Traps. Temperament: Any.
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Sociality: Serf.
Advancement Points: For each creature Religion: Any.
trapped successfully, a trapper acquires 1 AP. Skills: Haggling + 3 and Taste + 5.
Training: None. Equipment: Wine.
Guild: None. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
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Advancement Points: For each bottle of

wine sold, a vintner acquires 1 AP.
Training: None.
Guild: Vintners’ Guild. Each apprentice
must serve 7 years. Once an apprentice for 7 years,
they may apply to work as a journeyman for the
guild.
For a journeyman to become a master, they
must be able financially to open their own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
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 Wainwright Weaponsmith
This occupation specializes in making and This occupation specializes in making and
selling wagons. Daily wages are typically 11 s.p. selling weapons. Weaponsmiths do not make bladed
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 85. weapons, which are the specialty of the bladesmith.
Gender: Female wainwrights are rare. Daily wages are typically 14 s.p.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Ability Requirements: Strength 100, Intel-
troll. ligence 85.
Disposition: Any. Gender: Female weaponsmiths are rare.
Temperament: Any. Race: Any but ogre, borb., and hill troll.
Sociality: Serf. Disposition: Any.
Religion: Any. Temperament: Any.
Skills: Haggling + 3 and Wainwrighting + Sociality: Serf.
5. Religion: Any.
Equipment: Wood. Skills: Blacksmithing + 3, Haggling + 3, and
Magic Points: Inapplicable. Weaponsmithing + 5.
Advancement Points: For each wagon Equipment: Forge, tongs, hammers, anvil.
mage successfully, a wainwright acquires 5 AP. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Training: None. Advancement Points: For each weapon
Guild: Wainwrights’ Guild. Each appren- crafted successfully, a weaponsmith acquires 10 AP.

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tice must serve 7 years. A masterpiece must be pro- Training: None.
duced to become a journeyman. Guild: Smiths’ Guild. Each apprentice must
Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may serve 7 years. All members are prohibited from in-
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If juring each other including apprentices, or their
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. property. Members accused of violating this prohi-
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- bition are banished from the guild, if not the com-
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days. munity. All members are discouraged by a 100 s.p.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check, fine from helping smiths outside of their guild, as
because those in the guild who review the appren- well as making illegal keys or tools for thieves. Ap-
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an prentices must pay 200 s.p. to join the guild as a
apprentice for some corrupt reason. journeyman, though sons of members may join for
For a journeyman to become a master, they free. If any member has more charcoal than needed,
must be able financially to open their own shop, then it may only be sold to other members at a fixed
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive price, and no member may purchase more than nec-
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. essary for their work. Violators regarding charcoal
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every pay 100 s.p. A master may not have more than 2
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has apprentices or own a slave; otherwise, a fee of 100
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over- s.p. is charged.
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may
appropriate. apply to work as a journeyman for the guild. For a
journeyman to become a master, they must be able
financially to open their own shop, and receive the
approval of the guild. To receive approval, they must
pass a Persuasion skill check. The TH begins at 30
and is decreased by 1 for every period of 6 months
in which the journeyman has worked locally with
the guild. The Aedile may overrule this skill check
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 Weaver/Embroiderer Wench
This occupation specializes in weaving and This occupation specializes in serving food
embroidery. Though accustomed to making things or drink to patrons in a tavern or restaurant. If a
such as covers for mattresses and pillows, most weav- wench is a slave, then she may perform as a whore
ers make the latest craze: tapestries. Thread is ob- to collect money for her master or mistress. Daily
tained from a threadmaker (ropemaker). Finished wages are typically 4 s.p.
cloth is sold to tailors or customers. Daily wages Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75.
are typically 5 s.p. Gender: Female only.
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 75. Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
Gender: Female only. troll.
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill Disposition: Any.
troll. Bugbears prefer to weave human hair. Most Temperament: Any.
other races prefer to weave bugbear hair when avail- Sociality: Slave or serf.
able. Religion: Any.
Disposition: Any. Skills: Haggling + 3.
Temperament: Any. Equipment: None.
Sociality: Serf. Magic Points: Inapplicable.
Religion: Any. Advancement Points: For each satisfied
Skills: Haggling + 3 and Weaving + 5. patron, a wench acquires 1/10th of 1 AP.
Chapter 7: Occupation

Equipment: None. Training: None.

Magic Points: Inapplicable. Guild: None.
Advancement Points: For each successful
completion of a woven work or an embroidery, a
weaver/embroiderer acquires 1 AP.
Training: None.
Guild: Weavers’ Guild. Some argue that this
was the first guild ever established. Each apprentice
must serve 4 years. A masterpiece must be pro-
duced to become a journeywoman.
Once an apprentice for 4 years, she may
make a skill check as she crafts her masterpiece. If
passed at TH 36, then she becomes a journeywoman.
If failed, then she may begin crafting another mas-
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days.
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check,
because those in the guild who review the appren-
tice may dislike her or choose to keep her as an ap-
prentice for some corrupt reason.
For a journeywoman to become a mistress,
she must be able financially to open her own shop,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
approval, she must pass a Persuasion skill check. The
TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
MOECHA.PUTIDA
period of 6 months in which the journeywoman
has worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may
overrule this skill check or apply any modifier Dirty slut!
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 Wheelwright Whore
This occupation specializes in making and This female occupation specializes in charg-
selling wheels. Daily wages are typically 9 s.p. ing fees from men and relieving them of their coital
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 80. urges and needs. Whores1 are also called: prosti-
Gender: Female wheelwrights are rare. tutes, working girls, women common to all, lovely
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill ladies, daughters of joy, harlots, meretrices, and
troll. street-walkers. All whores gain a bonus of 5 to De-
Disposition: Any. bauchery (see Chap. 6: Sociality). Daily wages for
Temperament: Any. whores vary considerably. Most of the variance is
Sociality: Serf. accounted for by the whore’s Bodily Attractiveness,
Religion: Any. Facial Charisma, and her skill at Massage, Seduction,
Skills: Haggling + 3 and Wheelwrighting + and Sexual Adeptness. The majority of whores earn
5. around 4 s.p. per day, though some earn consider-
Equipment: None. ably more. Different types of whores exist, includ-
Magic Points: Inapplicable. ing: public, private, and freelance.
Advancement Points: For each wheel Public whores work for the municipal
crafted successfully, a wheelwright acquires 1 AP. brothel, which is owned by the local government.
Training: None. Public whores are free to solicit in taverns and other
Guild: Wheelwrights’ Guild. Each appren- public places, but are obligated to bring their clients

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tice must serve 7 years. A masterpiece must be pro- back to the brothel before performing debauchery.
duced to become a journeyman. Private whores work for a privately-owned
Once an apprentice for 7 years, they may brothel, which is both owned and managed by its
make a skill check as they craft their masterpiece. If brotheler. Some work illegally for a pimp.
passed at TH 36, then they become a journeyman. Freelance whores frequent inns, taverns, and
If failed, then they may begin crafting another mas- markets. Competition is keen, and freelancing is
terpiece and make another skill check in 1d10 days. dangerous. 2 types of freelancing whores exist:
The Aedile may overrule any masterpiece skill check, street-walkers and vagabonds. Oftentimes, a street-
because those in the guild who review the appren- walking whore works with 1 or more ruffians. Vaga-
tice may dislike them or choose to keep them as an bond whores travel from town to town A vaga-
apprentice for some corrupt reason. bond whore usually travels with a ruffian. The vaga-
For a journeyman to become a master, they bond whore and the ruffian have an arrangement:
must be able financially to open their own shop, she will earn money and he will guarantee her safety,
and receive the approval of the guild. To receive and that her client will not get away without paying.
approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check. Sometimes, the ruffian uses the street-walking or
The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every vagabond whore to attract clients, whom he batters
period of 6 months in which the journeyman has and robs.
worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
appropriate. FUREM.FUR.COGNOSCIT.
ET.LUPUM.LUPUS

A thief recognizes a thief,

and a whore a whore.

1. Information on whores has been obtained from Medieval Prostitution, by Jacques Rossiaud. For more information, see the
References section at the end of this book.

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 Whenever a town or city has a fair, many Considered unclean, whores must not touch
females find it profitable to become freelance whores foodstuffs, or they must purchase them. On the
and sell their bodies. During a fair, freelance whor- bright side, whores have the least restrictions on their
ing is popular among slave girls, laundresses, working week of a community’s occupations. It is
tradeswomen, and many others. common knowledge that royal households keep a
An ordinance exists requiring whores to wear group of common whores. Povertous, married
a visible sign, called an aiguillette. An aiguillette is a women often whore themselves with the consent
knotted cord that falls from the shoulder and is a of their husband. During times of poverty, it is
color different than the whore’s clothes. possible to have 4 women for the price of an egg!
Only 20% of whores are nobles. For the Ability Requirements: Bodily Attractive-
majority of human whores, whoring begins at age ness 90 and Facial Charisma 90.
17, though 30% of whores begin before age 15. Half Gender: Male whores are rare.
of whores are forced into the occupation, and half Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill
of those are victims of public rape. Roughly 25% troll.
of whores begin by being prostituted by their fami- Disposition: Any.
lies. Only 15% of whores begin the occupation by Temperament: Any.
offering their bodies by their own choice. The av- Sociality: Slave, peasant, serf, or noble.
erage age is 17 for a human whore in a private brothel Religion: Any.
and 28 for whores in the municipal brothel. Skills: Acting (Drama) + 3, Contortion +
Chapter 7: Occupation

When admitted to a brothel, a whore must 3, Cosmetics + 3, Haggling + 3, Massage + 3, Se-

swear an oath to the authorities. Whores must pay duction + 5, and Sexual Adeptness + 5.
their weekly rent to their brotheler, and pay a few Equipment: Aiguillette.
silver pieces to the militia for protection. Part of Magic Points: Inapplicable.
the rent due to the brotheler is applied to heating Advancement Points: For each successfully
costs. assisted ejaculation or orgasm, a whore acquires a
A whore usually pleasures a client for a half- number of AP equal to the adjusted number of her
hour. This length of time assures the authorities Sexual Adeptness skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
that the contract between client and whore has been Training: None.
fulfilled. Some whores use candles to measure the Guild: None.
time.
A whore may sing in the streets to attract
clients. A whore is supposed to refuse married men,
minors, and to share a client with another whore. AUREOLIS.FUTUI.CUM.POSSIT.
However, a whore may pleasure several men at once, GALLA.DUOBUS.ET.PLUS.QUAM.
on the condition that they are unrelated. FUTUI.SI.OTIDEM.ADDIDERIS.
Sometimes, a whore may accept food as AUREOLOS.A.TE.CUR.ACCIPIT.DENOS.
payment. Whores may show their breasts in public NON.FELLAT.TANTI.GALLA.
to get more clients. The existence of pregnant QUID.ERGO.TACET
whores in the brothel is normal.
When a human whore becomes 30 years in
age, her age shows and she must make future plans. We all know Galla’s services as a whore
Some aging whores become managers at public Cost 2 gold pieces; throw in a couple more
baths. Others become vagabond whores or beg- And you get the fancy extras too. Why then,
gars. The majority of aging whores become mar- Does your bill amount to 10?
ried. Ex-whores can easily find a husband or em- She sucks off for far less than that. What is it
ployment as a slave. You pay her for? Silence after your visit.

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 Wine-Crier Equipment: None.
Also called an ale-taster, a wine-crier is an Magic Points: Inapplicable.
inspector of the quality of saleable alcohol. Each Advancement Points: For each instance of
morning the wine-crier must find a tavern that has alcohol found in which the alcohol is diluted with
not yet hired a wine-crier for the day; the water, a wine-crier acquires 100 AP. For each in-
tavernkeeper must accept the wine-crier. The wine- stance of a tavernkeeper selling alcohol for a higher
crier oversees the drawing of the alcohol, or draws price than mandated by guild statutes, a wine-crier
it themselves, and tastes it. Before leaving, the wine- acquires 100 AP.
crier may ask those in the tavern how much the Training: None.
tavernkeeper charged, in order to check on the Guild: Brewers’ Guild or Vintners’ Guild.
prices. Customers are served directly from the bar- Each apprentice must serve 4 years. Once an ap-
rel; glass bottles are almost nonexistent. Daily wages prentice for 4 years, they may apply to work as a
are typically 6 s.p. journeyman for the guild.
Ability Requirements: Intelligence 80. For a journeyman to become a master, they
Gender: Either. must be able financially to open their own shop,
Race: Any but ogre, borbytingarna, and hill and receive the approval of the guild. To receive
troll. approval, they must pass a Persuasion skill check.
Disposition: Any. The TH begins at 30 and is decreased by 1 for every
Temperament: Any. period of 6 months in which the journeyman has

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Sociality: Serf. worked locally with the guild. The Aedile may over-
Religion: Any. rule this skill check or apply any modifier deemed
Skills: Smell + 3 and Taste + 5. appropriate.

VEIENTANA.MIHI.MISCES.UBI.MASSICA.POTAS.
OLFACERE.HAEC.MALO.POCULA.QUAM.BIBERE

You drink the best, yet serve us third-rate wine.

I’d rather sniff your cup than swill from mine.
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Chapter 8: Skills

Different from abilities, skills are options that be slim if these sub-abilities are low, but any charac-
a character may select, acquire, and increase during ter may always at least attempt Seduction. A prereq-
the game. Many skills may be attempted by all char- uisite may exist, which may be either a minimum
acters, regardless of their abilities and occupation. ability or sub-ability score, or it may be another skill
Other skills, however, may be attempted only by altogether that must be known prior to learning the
those who have trained in them, have a sufficient skill desired currently.
ability score, or belong to a particular occupation. Many skills have a Learning Curve (LC),
For instance, the sub-ability of Language which is a modifier to skill checks when skills must
indicates how many languages it is possible for a be learned in order to be performed without pen-
character to learn, limited only by Intelligence. alty. This number is subtracted from skill checks
Though the character in question may be highly in- while the skill is being learned. It is not always a
telligent and able to learn many languages, they may constant, but often varies according to each skill.
have never had the opportunity or the desire to fully Any player who invests at least 5 Skill Points (see
explore this intellectual resource, so they know only below) upon creating the character may ignore the
1 language, though they could learn more in the fu- LC for that skill. For example, if a character has
ture. high Strength and Spatial sub-abilities, then they are
Most skills may be attempted by all charac- likely to be talented at the Blacksmithing skill. How-
ters, though some have prerequisites. For example, ever, if the player did not invest 5 Skill Points in
any character is capable of attempting to seduce Blacksmithing when the character was created, then
another character, even if they are not a whore by whenever they first attempt Blacksmithing, there will
occupation and their sub-ability scores are low in be a LC, and the skill description must be observed
Bodily Attractiveness, as well as Facial, Vocal, Ki- to understand how it applies to Blacksmithing.
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 Some skills utilize more than 1 ability or sub-ability. In these cases, average them and drop the
remainder. For example, the Blindfighting skill utilizes Intuition, Agility, and Reaction Speed. If a charac-
ter has sub-ability scores of 102 for Intuition, 92 for Agility, and 116 for Reaction Speed, observe that the
Skill Modifiers are respectively 0, -3, and +12, which produces an average of +3 [(-3 + 0 + 12)/3]. There-
fore, when this particular character uses a base Blindfighting skill, a bonus of 3 applies to the skill check.
In addition to these bases, however, each character starts with a number of Skill Points (SP)
depending on Race, Age, and Lifespan. These SP are invested into the appropriate skills under Points
Invested on the character sheet (see App. 1: Character Sheets). Again, if at least 5 points are allotted to a skill
when the character is created, then a LC does not apply to that skill. So, to continue with the example
above, if the character is human, then they add 5 points to their formerly adjusted base of +3, now having
an adjustment of +8 whenever using the Blindfighting skill.

Skill Points
Rac e Infant Child Pube r ty Young A dult M iddle A ge O ld A ge Ve ne rable
Ana k i m 1 d1 2 - 1 1 d1 2 - 1 1 d1 0 - 1 1 d1 0 - 1 1 d8 - 1 1 d8 - 1 1 d6 - 1
Bugbe a r 1 d1 0 - 1 1 d1 0 - 1 1 d8 - 1 1 d6 - 1 (1 d1 0 / 2 ) - 1 1 d4 - 1 (1 d6 / 2 ) - 1
Dwa rf 1 d8 - 1 1 d8 - 1 1 d6 - 1 (1 d1 0 / 2 ) - 1 1 d4 - 1 (1 d6 / 2 ) - 1 (1 d1 0 / 5 ) - 1
Elf 1 d8 - 1 1 d8 - 1 1 d6 - 1 (1 d1 0 / 2 ) - 1 1 d4 - 1 (1 d6 / 2 ) - 1 (1 d1 0 / 5 ) - 1
Huma n 1 d1 0 - 1 1 d1 0 - 1 1 d8 - 1 1 d6 - 1 (1 d1 0 / 2 ) - 1 1 d4 - 1 (1 d6 / 2 ) - 1
K obol d 1 d8 - 1 1 d8 - 1 1 d6 - 1 (1 d1 0 / 2 ) - 1 1 d4 - 1 (1 d6 / 2 ) - 1 (1 d1 0 / 5 ) - 1
O gre 1 d6 - 1 1 d6 - 1 (1 d1 0 / 2 ) - 1 (1 d1 0 / 2 ) - 1 1 d4 -1 (1 d6 / 2 ) - 1 (1 d1 0 / 5 ) - 1
Trol l 1 d1 2 - 1 1 d1 2 - 1 1 d1 0 - 1 1 d8 - 1 1 d6 - 1 (1 d1 0 / 2 ) - 1 1 d4 - 1

Chapter 8: Skills
At the time of character creation, additional To correctly record skills on the character
SP may be distributed to skills depending on occu- sheet, add and subtract the Skill Modifier, Points In-
pation (see Chap. 7: Occupation) and race (see Chap. 1: vested, and Learning Curve, if applicable (see App. 1:
Race and Gender). Then, after SP are determined from Character Sheets). Enter the sum in the box for Total
the table above, a character must invest all SP into Modifier.
skills. Investing SP should be done year by year, During the process of allotting SP, a player
instead of in a lump sum. and Aedile should develop a history of the character’s
Each time a character ages 1 year, they gain life. Oftentimes, the minimum age of a skill varies
the appropriate amount of SP according to the table with each character. For example, while it is defi-
above. Of these SP gained, (1d100)% must be in- nitely not the norm for a character to practice the
vested in an occupational skill, if applicable. Other- Sexual Adeptness skill until puberty or young adult-
wise, SP should be invested in skills that were prac- hood, female human infants are often abandoned
ticed in the previous year. If a character acquires 3 or sold into slavery. Female children slaves are com-
or more SP, then they must invest them in at least 2 monly trained to become whores, and are therefore
skills. SP may not be invested in occupational skills often practicing Sexual Adeptness at a young age.
until the character is old enough. However, not all skills are available to all
If a character is older than 30, then a player characters, regardless of age. Some skills are un-
who considers the year-by-year method to be te- available due to race, gender, social class, culture, or
dious may bargain with the Aedile to invest the lump other factors. A player should consult their Aedile
sum. This may be done only with the Aedile’s ap- to determine whether or not a skill is available for
proval, and under supervision. The Aedile must their character.
ensure that the player creates their character realis-
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 Here is an example for determining and in- Skill Check
vesting SP. A human male character is created, and Whenever a skill check is necessary, the
determined in Chapter 2: Body to be age 20. The player rolls 3d10, modifies the result according to
player rolls SP for each birthday of the character, the number in Total Modifier, and announces the ad-
according to the table above, rolling: 8, 6, 0, 3, 7, 8, justed result. The Aedile will compare this result to
9, 2, 3, 4, 0, 6, 2, 1, 3, 7, 4, 0, 6, and 3. The 1st 10 a Threshold (TH), which is usually known only by
results apply to non-occupational skills, while the the Aedile. If the player’s result equals or exceeds
last 10 results also apply to his occupation. Year by the TH, then the character has passed. Otherwise,
year, the player invests SP as desired. If the charac- the player has failed the skill check. A 6 always fails
ter is finishing his 10th year as an apprentice gold- or is a fumble.
smith, then (1d100)% of his SP may have been in- When a player knows the TH required to
vested each year into the Goldsmithing skill. pass a skill check, it may be helpful to know the
Each time a character advances in occupa- probability of success, or their most likely result.
tional level, 1d10 SP are acquired. This is not deter- Since skill checks are the most common mechanic
mined during character creation, but is affected by in the game, a picture has been provided below to
the performance of the character. For more infor- illustrate probabilities regarding a roll of 3d10.
mation, see Chapter 16: Advancement. The Aedile may According to the picture below, 68% of all
adjust this amount if necessary, depending on the results from rolling 3d10 will range from 11-22, as-
performance of the character in occupational skills. suming that modifiers are not applied, and the aver-
For example, if occupational skill checks were few age results will be either 16 or 17. Upon rolling
and usually failed, and the player rolls 10 indicating 3d10, there is a 2.5% chance of rolling 26-30. The
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they should get 10 SP, then the Aedile may require odds of rolling 30 are 1 in 1,000.
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 Time and Quality The prices and BCT listed in Chapter 9: Equip-
The purpose of many skills is to make prod- ment represent the standard human guild require-
ucts or services. The time invested affects the qual- ments. Therefore, 100% Quality is the norm in a
ity of a product, but the quality of the tools or fa- human society. Equipment below this standard
cilities also affects the time required to produce it. should not be found for sale by a human master of
Therefore, the longer a character crafts a product, a respectable guild. However, guild requirements
the better the product. The better the tools or fa- often differ among cultures and races. For instance,
cilities, the faster the product is produced. dwarven smiths produce higher Quality axes than
Goods in Chapter 9: Equipment have Base humans, on average.
Craft Time (BCT), which is how long it takes for a Following is an example of craft time and
character to produce 1. The 3 columns of the fol- quality. A blacksmith crafts a hammer tool, which
lowing table have numbers that represent the per- has a BCT of 1 day. For whatever reason, the black-
cent of normal condition. Therefore, 100% Qual- smith is unable to spend a full day crafting the ham-
ity means that which is listed and described in Chap- mer. He spends 90% of his day, so he has 90%
ter 9: Equipment, while 150% Quality means 1.5 times Time Invested. This produces a hammer that is 95%
that quality. Time Invested refers to the BCT of Quality. The blacksmith sells the hammer to a
the product, as does Time Required. The differ- weaponsmith. The next day, the weaponsmith at-
ence between Time Invested and Time Required is tempts to craft a footman’s mace, which has a BCT
that Time Invested determines the Quality of the of 1 day. Since he is using a hammer of 95% Qual-
product, while the Quality of the tools determines ity, the Time Required to craft this mace is 150%
the Time Required to craft it. the BCT, so it takes the weaponsmith 1.5 days.

Chapter 8: Skills
The example with the weaponsmith is over-
simplified because more tools are used besides the
Tim e Inve s te d Q uality Tim e Re quire d hammer to craft a mace, but the idea is that the
50 75 10,000
60 80 1,000
Quality of tools affects the Time Required to make
70 85 500 a product. If the Aedile wants to use game me-
80 90 200 chanics to account for multiple tools, then all ad-
90 95 150 justments may be averaged, or some may count more
100 100 100 than others.
125 105 95
150 110 90
Services may be affected by time and qual-
175 115 85 ity, just as products. For example, a scribe who cop-
200 120 80 ies a text may invest more time than usual, and pro-
250 125 75 duce a work that is more legible and has fewer mis-
300 130 70 takes. However, if his feather pen is poor quality,
400 135 65
500 140 60
then it may take him longer to finish the work.
1,000 145 55 However, some services are not covered by
10,000 150 50 these issues of time and quality. If considered as a
service, sexual Adeptness, has its own set of me-
Quality affects many things, and the Aedile chanics, so time and quality need not be considered.
is the final arbiter of what it affects. The quality of
a weapon affects its damage. If a hand axe has 150% Skills
Quality, then its damage is (1d10 x 1.5). The Quality The next few pages present an overview of
of clothing affects the number of weaves per inch, the skills. The following tables list each skill, any
and therefore higher Quality clothing is warmer and abilities or sub-abilities that are relevant to the skill,
more durable. Some items of higher Quality will a Learning Curve (LC), and any prerequisites for
weigh less, while others more. Again, the Aedile is the skill. Following the overview, each skill is de-
the final arbiter of the Quality of a product. scribed in detail:

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 SKILLS
Skill (Sub-)A bility (ie s ) LC Pre re quis ite
Ac ti ng, Dra ma Inte l l i ge nc e , Cha ri sma - -
Agri c ul ture Common Se nse - -
Ai m Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Vi si on 13 -
Ambi de xte ri ty Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - Ha nd-E y e sc ore of 1 4 5
Ana tomy Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Ani ma l Condi ti oni ng Dri v e , Intui ti on - Ani ma l Ha ndl i ng + 5
Appra i se Ana l y ti c - -
Arc hi te c ture Ma th, Spa ti a l 21 -
Ar mor, Ge ne ra l Ty pe - - -
Ar mor, Spe c i fi c - - -
Ar morsmi thi ng Spa ti a l 17 Bl a c k smi thi ng + 8
Ba l a nc e Agi l i ty - -
Ba sk e twe a v i ng Common Se nse , Ha nd-E y e - -
Bl a c k smi thi ng Stre ngth, Spa ti a l - -
Bl i ndfi ghti ng Ha nd-E y e , Re a c ti on Spe e d, Intui ti on - -
Book bi ndi ng Common Se nse - -
Bowy e r Spa ti a l - -
Bra ss-smi thi ng Stre ngth, Spa ti a l - -
Bra wl i ng Agi l i ty - -
Bre wi ng Common Se nse - -
Bri c k ma k i ng Common Se nse - -
Ca ndl e ma k i ng Common Se nse - -
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Ca rpe ntry Spa ti a l - -

Ca rtogra phy Spa ti a l - -
Ca tc hi ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - -
Cha ri ote e ri ng De xte ri ty - Ri di ng +1 5
Che mi stry Ma th, Ana l y ti c , a nd Intui ti on - se e sk i l l de sc ri pti on
Cl e a ni ng Common Se nse - -
Cl i mb Phy si c a l Fi tne ss a nd Agi l i ty - -
Cl oc k ma k i ng Spa ti a l - -
Cobbl i ng Common Se nse - -
Come dy, Buffoone ry Cha ri sma - -
Come dy, Phy si c a l Cha ri sma , Agi l i ty - -
Come dy, Pun Cha ri sma - -
Conste l l a ti ons Re fl e c ti on, Spa ti a l , Vi si on - -
Contorti on Phy si c a l Fi tne ss, Agi l i ty - -
Cook i ng Common Se nse - -
Coppe rsmi thi ng Stre ngth, Spa ti a l - -
Cosme ti c s Spa ti a l Inte l l i ge nc e a nd Intui ti on - -
Cosmos, Ge ne ra l Pl a ne s Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Cosmos, Spe c i fi c Pl a ne Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Da nc e Ki ne ti c Cha ri sma , Agi l i ty - -
De l ousi ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - -
Di a gnosi ng Inte l l i ge nc e , Wi sdom - -
Di re c ti on Se nse Intui ti on - -
Di sa r m Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Agi l i ty - -
Di sgui se Cha ri sma , Common Se nse - -
Di sme mbe r me nt - - -
Di v i na ti on, Al e c troma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Anthropoma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Aspi doma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Astrol og y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Austroma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Axi noma nc y Intui ti on - -

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Di v i na ti on, Be l oma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Ce ra unosc opy Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Chi roma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Cl e roma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Cry sta l oma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Dri ri ma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Ga stroma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Gy roma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Hy droma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Li ba noma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Li thoma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Lunoma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Ne c roma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Nume rol og y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, O mpha l oma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, O ne i roma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, O noma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, O oma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, O rni thoma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Py roma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Sc a toma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Sorti l e ge Intui ti on - -

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Di v i na ti on, Sti c homa nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Uri ma nc y Intui ti on - -
Di v i na ti on, Xe noma nc y Intui ti on - -
Dy i ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - -
E na me l i ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - -
E ngra v i ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - -
E ti que tte Intui ti on, Common Se nse , Re fl e c ti on - -
Fi shi ng Common Se nse - Na ture , Fi sh + 2
Fl e tc hi ng Spa ti a l - -
Fore sti ng Common Se nse - -
Forge ry Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, La ngua ge - -
Ga mbl i ng Ma th, Common Se nse - -
Ge mc utti ng Spa ti a l 14 -
Ge ne a l og y Common Se nse - -
Gi rdl e ma k i ng Common Se nse - -
Gl a ssbl owi ng Spa ti a l 14 -
Gl ov e ma k i ng Spa ti a l - -
Gol dsmi thi ng Spa ti a l - -
Groomi ng Common Se nse - -
Ha g gl i ng Rhe tori c a l Cha ri sma , Intui ti on - -
Ha i rsty l i ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Spa ti a l Int. - -
Ha tma k i ng Common Se nse - -
He ra l dry Common Se nse - -
He rba l i sm Inte l l i ge nc e - Na ture , Pl a nts + 5
He wi ng Stre ngth - -
Hi de Agi l i ty, Common Se nse - -
Hi story, Cul tura l Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Hi story, Le ge nda ry Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Hi story, Loc a l Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Hi story, Mi l i ta ry Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Hunti ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Vi si on - Si l e nc e + 2
Hurl Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Vi si on - -

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Skill (Sub-)A bility (ie s ) LC Pre re quis ite
Impa l i ng - - -
Ink ma k i ng Common Se nse - -
Inti mi da ti on Phy si que , Cha ri sma - -
Jug gl i ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Agi l i ty 13 -
Jump Phy si c a l Fi tne ss - -
La ngua ge , Re a d/Wri te La ngua ge 24 -
La ngua ge , Spe a k La ngua ge 21 -
La w Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Loc k smi thi ng Spa ti a l - -
Loc k -pi c k i ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - -
Logi c Ana l y ti c - -
Ma ngl i ng - - -
Ma ssa ge Ki ne ti c Cha ri sma , Ha nd-E y e Coord. - -
Ma th, Al ge bra Ma th - Ma th, Funda me nta l + 5
Ma th, Funda me nta l Ma th - -
Ma th, Ge ome try Ma th - Ma th, Al ge bra + 5
Ma th, Tri gonome try Ma th - Ma th, Ge ome try + 5
Mi l k i ng Ha nd-E y e Coord. , Common Se nse - -
Mi l l i ng Common Se nse - -
Mi ni ng Common Se nse - -
Mi nti ng Common Se nse - -
Mounta i ne e ri ng Phy si c a l Fi tne ss, Stre ngth, Agi l i ty - Cl i mb + 8
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Mounte d Arc he ry Ha nd-E y e Coord. , Agi l i ty, Vi si on - Ri di ng + 8

Musi c , Counte rpoi nt Ma th, Ana l y ti c - Musi c , The ory + 8
Musi c , The ory Ma th - -
Musi c a l Instr ume nt Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Spa ti a l 21 -
Na ture , Ani ma l s Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Na ture , Be a sts Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Na ture , Bi rds Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Na ture , Fi sh Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Na ture , Ge ogra phy Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Na ture , Huma noi ds Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Na ture , Mi ne ra l s Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Na ture , My c ol og y Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Na ture , Pl a nts Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Na ture , Tre e s Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Pa i nti ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Spa ti a l 14 -
Pa pe r ma k i ng Spa ti a l - -
Pa rry Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Agi l i ty 13 -
Pe rfume ma k i ng Common Se nse - -
Pe rsua si on Cha ri sma - -
Pe wte rsmi thi ng Common Se nse - -
Phi l osophy Inte l l i ge nc e - Logi c +2
Pi c k Poc k e t Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - -
Potte ry Common Se nse - -
Purse ma k i ng Common Se nse - -
Re a d Li ps Intui ti on - -
Re l i gi on, Cul tura l Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Re l i gi on, Spe c i fi c Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Re me mbe r De ta i l Re fl e c ti on - -
Re se a rc h, Li bra ry Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Ri di ng Agi l i ty - -
Ri tua l , Compl e x Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Rope ma k i ng Common Se nse - -

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Skill (Sub-)A bility (ie s ) LC Pre re quis ite
Rope Use Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - -
Sa ddl e ma k i ng Common Se nse - -
Sa i l i ng Inte l l i ge nc e , Vi si on 13 -
Sa i l ma k i ng Spa ti a l - -
Sc ul pture Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Intui ti on 14 -
Se a rc h Intui ti on, Common Se nse , Vi si on - -
Se duc ti on Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss, Cha ri sma - -
Se xua l Ade ptne ss Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss, Fa c i a l , Ki ne ti c - -
She a thma k i ng Common Se nse - -
Shi pwri ght Spa ti a l 14 -
Si ght Vi si on - -
Si l e nc e Agi l i ty, Common Se nse - -
Si l v e rsmi thi ng Stre ngth, Spa ti a l - -
Sk i nni ng Common Se nse - -
Sme l l Se e de sc ri pti on - -
Soa pma k i ng Common Se nse - -
Sound Se e de sc ri pti on - -
Spe l l c a sti ng, Comba t Dri v e - -
Spe l l c a sti ng, Fa mi l i a ri ty Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Spe l l c a sti ng, Spe c i fi c - - -
Spi tti ng E nunc i a ti on - -
Spri nt Phy si c a l Fi tne ss - -

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Stone ma sonry Stre ngth, Spa ti a l - -
Story te l l i ng Cha ri sma - -
Surge ry Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Swi m Phy si c a l Fi tne ss, Stre ngth - -
Sy mbol og y Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Ta i l ori ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Spa ti a l - -
Ta nni ng Common Se nse 13 -
Ta ste Se e de sc ri pti on - -
Te a c hi ng Inte l l i ge nc e , Intui ti on, Comn. Se nse - -
Tha tc hi ng Common Se nse - -
Ti l e ma k i ng Common Se nse - -
Ti nk e ri ng Common Se nse - -
Touc h Se e de sc ri pti on - -
Toxi c ol og y Inte l l i ge nc e - Na ture , Pl a nts + 5
Tra c k i ng Inte l l i ge nc e - Wi l de rne ss Lore + 3
Tra nsc ri bi ng La ngua ge - -
Tra ppi ng Common Se nse - Na ture , Ani ma l s + 2
Tri c k e ry Cha ri sma - -
Tumbl e Agi l i ty - -
Uri na ti ng He a l th, Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - -
Ve ntri l oqui sm Inte l l i ge nc e , E nunc i a ti on - -
Wa i nwri ghti ng Common Se nse - -
We a pon, Ge ne ra l Ty pe Se e de sc ri pti on 14 -
We a pon, Spe c i fi c Se e de sc ri pti on 13 -
We a pon Ma ste ry - - Sk i l l w/we a pon
We a pon Tri c k Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - -
We a ponsmi thi ng Spa ti a l 16 Bl a c k smi thi ng + 8
We a the r Pre di c ti on Common Se nse , Re fl e c ti on - -
We a v i ng Common Se nse Y -
Whe e l wri ghti ng Spa ti a l - -
Wi l de rne ss Lore Inte l l i ge nc e - -
Wre stl i ng Stre ngth, Agi l i ty - -

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 Acting, Drama Agriculture
For convincing others of the sincerity of a This skill is concerned with agricultural ba-
character’s actions, this skill is not to be confused sics, such as planting, plowing, harvesting, irrigation,
with Trickery or Disguise. If a character needs to knowledge of pastures and livestock, and farming
convincingly portray an emotional state, tempera- in general.
ment characteristics, imitate another’s mannerisms, Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
or similarly act inconsistently with their true nature for the sub-ability of Common Sense. Growing
or state, then a skill check must be made. grapes incurs a penalty of - 10. Following are some
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of guidelines for TH:
the modifiers for the abilities of Intelligence and
Charisma. A successful check convinces 1 charac- TH Exam ple
ter for 1d100 minutes. While only the Aedile will <9 Al l pl a nts di e be fore e di bl e
9 -1 0 Suc c e ssful l y pl a nts a nd grows we e ds i n fe rti l e soi l
know the TH for the given situation, following are 1 1 -1 3 Suc c e ssful l y fa r ms most c rops i n ri c h soi l
some factors and guidelines: 1 4 -1 5 Suc c e ssful l y fa r ms most c rops i n mode ra te soi l
Suc c e ssful l y she phe rds most fl oc k s (TH 3 0 i f
1 6 -1 9
Factors of Dramatic Acting a ssi ste d by dog)
2 0 -2 9 Suc c e ssful l y fa r ms most c rops i n poor soi l
Emotional State
Suc c e ssful l y fa r ms c rops tha t ne e d moi sture i n
Temperament Characteristics >2 9
e xtre me l y dry soi l
Imitate another’s mannerisms or gestures
Imitate another’s speech (tone, pitch, inflec-
tion, accent, etc.)
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TH Exam ple
<1 4 Unsuc c e ssful portra y a l of a ny fa c tor
1 4 -1 7 Suc c e ssful portra y a l of 1 fa c tor
1 8 -2 0 Suc c e ssful portra y a l of 2 fa c tors
2 1 -2 7 Suc c e ssful portra y a l of 3 fa c tors
>2 7 Suc c e ssful portra y a l of 4 fa c tors

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ERGO.DECIPIATUR

The world wants to be deceived,

so let it be deceived!

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 Aim Ambidexterity
This skill applies individually to different pro- This rare skill must be purchased initially
jectile missile weapons. Note that this skill is dis- upon character creation, or it may never be acquired
tinct from the Hurling skill; Aim is concerned only in the future. To possess the skill of Ambidexterity
with projectile weapons such as bows, crossbows, means that the character is not left-handed or right-
slings, or any weapon that projects the missile for handed, but able to equally use both hands. Most
the wielder. For each missile weapon in which 5 SP often, this skill is applied to Brawling or weapons.
have been invested, a weapon may be used in com- Each combat round, an ambidextrous character must
bat without penalty. pass a TH 22 to be able to gain an additional 1/2
LC: Every distanced combat in which this their number of attacks. Obviously, this may be
missile weapon is used, though no more than 1 com- done only with 1-handed weapons, and the wielder
bat per day, lessens the LC by 5. of 2 weapons may not use a shield or even a buck-
Check: Roll to determine the body part at- ler.
tacked. Roll 3d10 and apply the average of the modi- Check: While 5 SP must be invested in the
fiers from their Hand-Eye Coordination sub-ability beginning to be able to have and use this skill, there
and Vision (include only if near-sighted). A skill is no skill check.
check with a missile weapon generally means that it
is being projected at a foe. For those who have
never before used this missile weapon in combat or
trained with it, there is a penalty of - 13 on the skill
check.

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The base TH is the foe’s CA, usually CAS
(Current Armor against Stabbing). Now, consider
that each weapon has modifiers to hit certain types
of armors; these modifiers affect the skill check. Fur-
ther, every 2 SP invested or accumulated with a Spe-
cific Weapon beyond the first 5 will improve the
skill check by 1. This skill does not increase dam-
age.

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 Anatomy Animal Conditioning
The study of the structure and innards of Each attempt at teaching an animal a trick
humanoids and other creatures may yield interest- or command requires an Animal Conditioning skill
ing information. To test a character’s knowledge of check. Before an animal may be taught a trick, an
Anatomy, a skill check must be made. Animal Handling skill check (which is also a prereq-
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier uisite) must be made.
from the Intelligence ability. The result indicates Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
the accuracy of the information concerning the the Skill Modifiers for the sub-abilities of Drive and
portion of the body. Consult the table below: Intuition. Consult the tables below:

TH Suc c e s s ful provide d anim al has :

<9 Fa i l ure
TH Exam ple
9 -1 3 1 1 5 Inte l l i ge nc e
<9 The c ha ra c te r mi si de nti fi e s e v e ry thi ng
1 4 -1 6 7 0 Inte l l i ge nc e
The c ha ra c te r c a n i de nti fy di sme mbe re d l i mbs
9 -1 3 1 7 -2 0 3 0 Inte l l i ge nc e
a nd ma j or body pa rts.
2 1 -2 3 2 5 Inte l l i ge nc e
1 4 -1 6 The c ha ra c te r c a n i de nti fy bone s.
2 4 -2 9 2 0 Inte l l i ge nc e
The c ha ra c te r c orre c tl y i de nti fi e s l a rge i nte rna l >2 9 1 0 Inte l l i ge nc e
1 7 -1 9 orga ns, but mi sunde rsta nds the func ti on of the
orga n. The check is made only once and is either
The c ha ra c te r c orre c tl y i de nti fi e s l a rge i nte rna l
successful or unsuccessful. If unsuccessful, for some
20 orga ns, suc h a s i nte sti ne s, the he a rt, e tc . , but
doe s not k now the i r func ti ons. reason that particular animal cannot learn it from
that particular character, though another character
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The c ha ra c te r c orre c tl y i de nti fi e s l a rge i nte rna l

2 1 -2 3 orga ns, suc h a s i nte sti ne s, the he a rt, e tc . , a s may try.
we l l a s func ti ons. All conditioning attempts require time, usu-
The c ha ra c te r c orre c tl y i de nti fi e s sma l l i nte rna l
ally an hour per day consistently, and require a num-
2 4 -2 5 orga ns, but mi sunde rsta nds the func ti on of the
orga n. ber of days equal to [(100 - Intelligence)/5].
The c ha ra c te r c orre c tl y i de nti fi e s sma l l i nte rna l
2 6 -2 9 orga ns, but doe s not k now the func ti on of the
sma l l i nte rna l orga ns. Animal Handling
The c ha ra c te r c orre c tl y i de nti fi e s sma l l i nte rna l
>2 9 Sometimes it is necessary or helpful to tame
orga ns, suc h a s a spl e e n, a s we l l a s i ts func ti on.
or subdue an animal, especially wildlife. An Animal
Handling skill check indicates the success or failure
in subduing an animal.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the sub-ability Intuition. Consult the table
below:

TH Exam ple
<1 7 Fa i l s to subdue a ny c re a ture
17 Subdue s a n e nra ge d dome sti c a te d c a t
1 8 -1 9 Subdue s a n e nra ge d dome sti c a te d dog
20 Subdue s a n e nra ge d dome sti c a te d horse
2 1 -2 3 Subdue s a wi l d a nd e nra ge d dog
2 4 -2 9 Subude s a n e nra ge d wol f
>2 9 Subdue s a n e nra ge d ra c c oon

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 Appraise Architecture
The skill to Appraise a precious stone, usu- Concerning the soundness and design of
ally a gem, is valued in nearly every humanoid com- large objects, Architecture as a skill entails buildings,
munity. To estimate the value of a gem, a skill check bridges, castles, and even siege engines.
must be passed. LC: The LC lessens by 2 per month devoted
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier to full-time study.
from the sub-ability of Analytic Intelligence. Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
Kobolds, trolls, and other creatures familiar with the modifiers for the Math and Spatial Intelligence
precious stones receive a bonus of + 5. If the ap- sub-abilities. A check may be made for 2 reasons,
praisal of precious stones is the character’s main live- either to assess the stability of current Architecture
lihood, then they receive a + 5 to the roll. The or to design stable Architecture. Either way, the
Aedile should consult the table below and determine difficulty is identical. Below is a guideline for TH:
the appraised value:
TH Exam p le
<1 6 Col l a pse s duri ng c onstr uc ti on
16 Mi nor Bri dge (<5 0 ’ )
TH Re s ult 17 Cotta ge
<9 Subtra c t 9 5 % from the a c tua l v a l ue 18 Si e ge E ngi ne s
9 Add 9 0 % to the a c tua l v a l ue 19 Me di um Bri dge (5 0 ’ - 9 0 ’ )
10 Subtra c t 8 5 % from the a c tua l v a l ue 20 Te mpl e
11 Add 8 0 % to the a c tua l v a l ue 2 1 -2 3 Ke e p
12 Subtra c t 7 5 % from the a c tua l v a l ue 2 4 -2 9 Ma j or Bri dge (>9 0 ’ )
13 Add 7 0 % to the a c tua l v a l ue >2 9 Ca stl e

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14 Subtra c t 6 5 % from the a c tua l v a l ue
1 5 -1 6 Add 6 0 % to the a c tua l v a l ue
1 7 -1 8 Subtra c t 5 5 % from the a c tua l v a l ue
1 9 -2 0 Add 5 0 % to the a c tua l v a l ue Armor, General Type
21 Subtra c t 4 5 % from the a c tua l v a l ue
It is possible to be skilled in general types
22 Add 4 0 % to the a c tua l v a l ue
23 Subtra c t 3 5 % from the a c tua l v a l ue of armor, maximizing the effectiveness of the ar-
24 Add 3 0 % to the a c tua l v a l ue mor when it is worn. 3 types exist: light, medium,
25 Subtra c t 2 5 % from the a c tua l v a l ue and heavy. A character may become skilled in each
26 Add 2 0 % to the a c tua l v a l ue of these 3 types. Light armor includes a gambeson,
27 Subtra c t 1 5 % from the a c tua l v a l ue
studded leather, and leather. Medium armors in-
28 Add 1 0 % to the a c tua l v a l ue
29 Subtra c t 5 % from the a c tua l v a l ue clude brigandine, scalemail, chainmail, and banded
>2 9 Abl e to re port the a c tua l v a l ue mail. Heavy armors are the various forms of
platemail. Unlike other skills, this skill may not be
increased continually with SP and there is no skill
check. Instead, once 5 SP have been invested in
this skill, it increases CA by 1 whenever such armor
is worn. CA may be increased simultaneously by
both Armor (Specific) and Armor (General).

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ARS.HUMANA.AEDIFICAVIT.URBES

Divine nature gave us fields,

human skill built our cities.

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 Armor, Specific Balance
Not including shields and helms, a charac- Balance is stability that is based upon an even
ter may become skilled in each type of bodily ar- distribution of weight. Whenever Balance is debat-
mor available, provided they train with it (invest SP). able, a Balance skill check is made.
When points are initially invested in this skill, the Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
specific type of armor must be stated and noted. from the sub-ability Agility. Intoxication and other
For each 5 SP invested, the CA increases by 2 when- unhealthy states may negatively affect a character’s
ever the specified armor is worn, and the specified Balance. Consult the table below:
armor may be donned in 1 second less than rolled.
There is no skill check for this skill, and armor may TH Exam ple
never be donned in less than 1 second. CA may be From l y i ng down, the c ha ra c te r i s una bl e to
increased simultaneously by both Armor (Specific) <0 7
Ba l a nc e the mse l v e s a nd si t up
and Armor (General). 0 7 -1 3
Cha ra c te r i s a bl e to sta nd upri ght on sol i d
ground wi th good footi ng
Cha ra c te r i s a bl e to sta nd upri ght on a
1 4 -1 6
support tha t i s 4 ” wi de
Armorsmithing Cha ra c te r i s a bl e to sta nd upri ght on a
1 7 -2 0
Crafting armor is not an easy task. As a support tha t i s 3 ” wi de
matter of fact, an armorsmith must be an accom- Cha ra c te r i s a bl e to sta nd upri ght on a
2 1 -2 3
support tha t i s 2 ” wi de
plished blacksmith. Before any armor may be
Cha ra c te r i s a bl e to sta nd upri ght on a
crafted, the character must have access to the nec- 2 4 -2 9
support tha t i s 1 ” wi de
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essary tools, including a forge. When armor must Cha ra c te r i s a bl e to sta nd upri ght on
>2 9
be closely fitted to a character, the requisite skill of nothi ng more tha n a suspe nde d rope
the armorsmith must increase considerably.
LC: For each weapon that the character has
never before crafted, the LC is 17. Each time a Basketweaving
weapon is made successfully, the LC improves by 2. Basketweaving is the craft of making bas-
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier kets, bags, mats, rugs, and other items through weav-
from the Spatial Intelligence sub-ability. Each ar- ing. Necessary equipment is a knife, scissors, a fine
mor crafted requires a skill check. The TH affects needle, and fine tongs. A Basketweaving skill check
Base Craft Time (BCT). Any engraving or other is necessary whenever these products are made.
conditions will likely increase the TH. Consult the Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
table below: the modifiers from the sub-abilities Hand-Eye Co-
ordination and Common Sense. Higher results cor-
TH BCT Q uality respond with higher quality weaving. The Aedile
<1 0 + 3 d1 0 0 % - 5 d2 0 % pri c e will determine the TH of each circumstance.
10 + 2 d1 0 0 % - 4 d2 0 % pri c e
11 + 1 d1 0 0 % - 3 d2 0 % pri c e
12 + 4 d2 0 % - 2 d2 0 % pri c e
13 + 2 d2 0 % - 1 d2 0 % pri c e
14 + 1 d2 0 % - 1 d1 2 % pri c e
1 5 -1 6 + 1 d1 0 % - 1 d1 0 % pri c e
17 - -
1 8 -2 3 - 1 d1 0 % + 1 d1 0 % pri c e
2 4 -2 9 - 1 d2 0 % + 1 d2 0 % pri c e
>2 9 - 2 d2 0 % + 1 d1 0 0 % pri c e

Note that metal armor is functional in 50%

of BCT, though still black and hammer-stricken.

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 Blacksmithing Blindfighting
A blacksmith is one who forges and shapes Skill in fighting an unseen foe is never easy.
metal with an anvil and hammer. Metals are heated Anytime a character must fight blindly, a
in a forge and then hammered into the shape de- Blindfighting skill check is made.
sired. The process of forging improves the struc- Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
ture of the metal. Forged metal is stronger and ex- the modifiers from the sub-abilities Hand-Eye Co-
hibits greater resistance to fatigue and impact. The ordination, Reaction Speed, and Intuition. This skill
forge consists of an open hearth made of firebrick. must be checked each round it applies. Consult the
Coal is used to fuel the forge, and bellows are in- table below to determine what happens to the
serted to fan air as needed. Copper and tin are of- character’s Current Armor and their Attack Adjust-
ten combined in metalwork to form an alloy known ments for applicable skills such as: Aim, Brawling,
as bronze. Similarly, lead and tin are combined to Hurl, Weapon (Specific), and Wrestling.
produce pewter, just as gold and silver are combined
to produce electrum, and copper and calamine1 pro- TH Cur re nt A r m or A ttac k A djus tm e nt
duce brass. Steel may be one of the most promi- <9 Re duc e d to 1 % Impa i re d by - 30
9 -1 3 Re duc e d to 1 0 % Impa i re d by - 25
nent alloys for most blacksmiths; it is an alloy of 1 4 -1 6 Re duc e d to 2 5 % Impa i re d by - 20
iron and carbon. Steel is made by heating wrought 1 7 -2 0 Re duc e d to 5 0 % Impa i re d by - 15
iron and charcoal in clay boxes for a period of sev- 2 1 -2 3 Re duc e d to 7 5 % Impa i re d by - 10
eral days so that the iron absorbs enough carbon to 2 4 -2 7 Re duc e d to 9 0 % Impa i re d by -5
truly become steel. Sages believe iron is a derivative >2 7 Una ffe c te d Una ffe c te d
of quicksilver (mercury) and sulfur (brimstone).

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Broken or obsolete metal objects can be melted
down and the substance reused. Whenever such
Bookbinding
metalworking is done, a Blacksmithing skill check
Books, being costly and rare to begin with,
must be made.
are designed as follows. Strips of oak are covered in
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
leather, often reinforced with metal and fastened
the modifiers from the sub-abilities Strength and
together by clasps. Sometimes the leather is deco-
Spatial Intelligence. Higher results correspond with
rated with panels of gold, silver, or ivory, and often
better quality metalwork. The Aedile will determine
set with gems or enamel. The sheets of paper are
the TH for each application.
each finely sewn together and glued to a backing of
leather. Each time a book is bound, a Bookbinding
skill check is made.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the sub-ability Common Sense. Higher re-
sults correspond with higher quality Bookbinding.
Low quality bookbinding is subject to fall apart with
little wear.

1. In modern times, brass is made from copper and zinc. However, before the 1700’s, zinc could not be produced for the
mixture in the crucible; calamine was used instead. Calamine is also known as smithsonite ore. Brass was known by the
Romans as Aurichalum.

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 Bowyer Brass-smithing
Crafting archery bows is a skill that must be A brass-smith is one who forges and shapes
checked with the making of every bow. The pre- brass with an anvil and hammer. Brass is heated in
ferred wood for bows is yew, though ash is a popu- a forge and then hammered into the shape desired.
lar alternative. The forge consists of an open hearth made of fire-
Ideally, the wood for a bow is taken from brick. Coal is used to fuel the forge, and bellows are
the vertical middle of a tree, and should have as few inserted to fan air as needed. Brass is an alloy of
knots as possible. Next, lay the stave on a flat sur- copper and calamine1. Broken or obsolete brass
face and use an even, sharp knife to whittle away at objects can be melted down and the substance re-
the top. Whittle away less at the middle, and more used. Whenever such metalworking is done, a Brass-
at the ends. The finished product must be perfectly smithing skill check must be made.
symmetric, both left to right and top to bottom, Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
otherwise the bow will not pull evenly. the modifiers from the sub-abilities Strength and
Next, place a tip of the bow at your feet Spatial Intelligence. Higher results correspond with
and gently pull down on the top. As it flexes, notice better quality brasswork. The Aedile will determine
that some parts of the bow offer more resistance to the TH for each application.
flexing than others. Use a knife to trim these areas,
until the bow flexes evenly across its length. When
satisfied, make nocks at the ends for the bowstring.
Now, so that the bow does not snap the first
time it is used, the wood must be conditioned for
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flexing. Both ends are braced and weight is applied

to the middle for 20-30 minutes, then released. This
process is repeated until the wood is deemed condi-
tioned. When satisfied, oil the wood to protect it
from the weather.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from Spatial Intelligence. Higher results correspond
with bows of better quality. Consult the table be-
low:

TH Re s ult
<9 The se bows a re unusa bl e
The se bows i nc ur a pe na l ty of - 1 d1 0 to Ai m
9 -1 2
whe n use d; the y shoul d be di sc a rde d
The se bows i nc ur a pe na l ty of - 1 d6 to Ai m
13
whe n use d; the y shoul d be di sc a rde d
1 4 -2 9 The se bows i nc ur no modi fi e r
The se bows i nc ur a pe na l ty of + 1 d6 to Ai m
>2 9
whe n use d due to fi ne c ra ftsma nshi p

1. In modern times, brass is made from copper and zinc. However, before the 1700’s, zinc could not be produced for the
mixture in the crucible; calamine was used instead. Calamine is also known as smithsonite ore. Brass was known by the
Romans as Aurichalum.

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 Brawling Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier for the sub-
A successful Brawling attack damages a sus- ability of Agility. The base TH is the foe’s CAB
ceptible foe. Sometimes the damage is only subdual (Current Armor against Brawling) for the specified
damage. Brawling attacks vary by race, and may in- body part. If the result of this modified roll ex-
clude claws. Anything else (such as including chairs, ceeds the Current Armor of the target creature, then
pots or pans, etc.) constitutes the use of a Weapon the Brawling attack was successful.
skill. If the target creature or object has been
The number of Brawling attacks per round struck successfully, then determine the damage done.
are determined by consulting the Agility sub-ability Brawling damage is listed regarding LP on each ra-
table in Chapter 3: Abilities. For each 10 SP invested cial table. To determine the damage to BPP, divide
in Brawling or bonus SP from race or occupation, the result by 3, unless an asterisk is listed. If Graphic
an extra attack per round is gained. Gore occurs (see Chap. 10: Combat), then double the
Since a brawler is not using a weapon, damage determined, and consult the most appro-
Weapon Size and Delivery Penalty do not affect ini- priate location under Graphic Gore for special ef-
tiative (see Chap. 10: Combat). However, Breadth (see fects. When damage occurs to the face, Facial Cha-
Chap. 2: Body) is still added to the first initiative. risma is lowered accordingly while the face is swol-
Check: First, roll 1d100, modify the result len.
with the modifier for the sub-ability of Agility and
any invested SP, and consult the appropriate Brawl- * Subdual damage only, it heals by itself in
ing table according to the attacker’s race to deter- 1d10 minutes.
mine which body part is attacked. ** BPP damage equals LP damage.

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A nakim Brawling A ttac k and D am age
Roll A c tion D am ag e Roll A c tion D am ag e
<1 1 Fi st to e a rs 1 d4 5 1 -6 0 Fi st to throa t 1 d1 2
1 1 -2 0 Fi st to mouth 1 d6 6 1 -7 0 Fi st to te mpl e 1 d1 2
2 1 -3 0 Fi st to e y e 1 d8 7 1 -8 0 Fi st to groi n 2 d8
3 1 -4 0 Fi st to nose 1 d1 0 8 1 -9 6 Both thumbs to e y e s 3 d6
4 1 -4 5 Thumb to e y e 1 d1 0 9 7 -1 1 0 Kne e to fa c e 3 d6
4 6 -5 0 Fi st to ba c k of ne c k 1 d1 2 >1 1 0 Kne e to a bra c e d fa c e 3 d8

Bugbe ar Brawling A ttac k and D am age

Roll A c tion D am ag e Roll A c tion D am ag e
<0 6 Spi t a t a nd sl a p fa c e - 5 1 -5 5 Fi st to throa t 1 d1 2
0 6 -1 0 Fi st to ba c k 1 d4 5 6 -6 0 Fi st to te mpl e 1 d1 2
1 1 -1 5 Fi st to e a rs 1 d4 6 1 -6 5 Fi st to groi n 2 d8
1 6 -2 0 Fi st to stoma c h 1 d4 6 6 -7 0 E l bow to nose 2 d8
2 1 -2 5 He a dbutt 1 d4 7 1 -7 5 E l bow to throa t 3 d6
2 6 -3 0 E l bow to ba c k 1 d6 7 6 -8 0 He a dbutt to bra c e d he a d 3 d6
3 1 -3 5 Fi st to mouth 1 d6 8 1 -8 5 Kne e to groi n 3 d6
3 6 -4 0 Fi st to e y e 1 d8 8 6 -9 5 E l bow to te mpl e 3 d6
4 1 -4 5 E l bow to te e th 2 d4 9 6 -1 1 0 Kne e to fa c e 3 d6
4 6 -5 0 Fi st to nose 1 d1 0 >1 1 0 Kne e to a bra c e d fa c e 3 d8

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 Blac k D warf Brawling A ttac k and D am age
Roll A c tion D am ag e Roll A c tion D am ag e
<0 2 Fi st to ba c k 1 d4 3 4 -3 5 Fi st to te mpl e 1 d1 2
0 2 -1 0 Fi s t t o e a r 1 d4 3 6 -6 0 He a dbut to fa c e 2 d8
1 1 -1 5 Fi st to stoma c h 1 d4 61 Kne e to stoma c h 2 d8
16 E l bow to ba c k 1 d6 62 Kne e to ste rnum 2 d8
1 7 -2 0 Fi st to mouth 1 d6 63 Foot to k ne e 2 d8
2 1 -2 2 Fi s t t o e y e 1 d8 6 4 -7 5 Fi st to groi n 2 d8
23 E l bow to te e th 2 d4 76 E l bow to nose 2 d8
2 4 -2 6 Fi st to nose 1 d1 0 7 7 -9 0 E l bow to ba c k of ne c k 3 d6
2 7 -2 8 Fi st to throa t 1 d1 2 91 E l bow to throa t 3 d6
29 Foot to c hi n 2 d6 92 Foot to groi n 3 d6
30 Foot to i nste p 2 d6 93 Kne e to groi n 3 d6
31 Foot to mouth 2 d6 94 E l bow to te mpl e 3 d6
32 Foot to stoma c h 2 d6 9 9 -1 1 0 Kne e to fa c e 3 d6
33 Foot to ste rnum 2 d6 >1 1 0 He a dbut to a bra c e d fa c e 3 d8

Brown D warf Brawling A ttac k and D am age

Roll A c tion D am ag e Roll A c tion D am ag e
<0 2 O pe n ha nd to c he e k 1* 48 Foot to stoma c h 2 d4
02 Ba c k ha nd to c he e k 1* 49 Foot to ste rnum 2 d4
03 Fi st to ba c k 1 -2 5 0 -5 9 Fi st to te mpl e 1 d1 0
04 O pe n ha nds to e a rs 1 -2 6 0 -6 5 Kne e to stoma c h 2 d6
0 5 -1 0 Fi st to stoma c h 1 -2 66 Kne e to ste rnum 2 d6
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1 1 -1 3 E l bow to ba c k 1 d4 6 7 -6 9 Foot to k ne e 2 d6
1 4 -2 0 Fi st to mouth 1 d4 7 0 -7 4 Fi st to groi n 2 d6
2 1 -3 0 Fi s t t o e y e 1 d4 7 5 -7 9 E l bow to nose 2 d6
3 1 -3 2 E l bow to te e th 1 d6 8 0 -8 1 E l bow to throa t 3 d4
3 3 -4 2 Fi st to nose 1 d8 8 2 -8 4 Foot to groi n 3 d4
43 Fi st to throa t 1 d1 0 8 5 -9 3 Kne e to groi n 3 d4
44 Foot to c hi n 2 d4 9 4 -9 6 E l bow to te mpl e 3 d4
4 5 -4 6 Foot to i nste p 2 d4 9 7 -1 1 0 Kne e to fa c e 3 d4
47 Foot to mouth 2 d4 >1 1 0 Kne e to a bra c e d fa c e 3 d6

White D warf Brawling A ttac k and D am age

Roll A c tion D am ag e Roll A c tion D am ag e
<0 2 Pul l i ng be a rd - 5 1 -7 0 He a dbutt to c he st 1 d4
0 2 -1 0 Sl a p fa c e 1* 7 1 -8 0 Fi st to top of he a d 1 d4
1 1 -2 0 Ba c k ha nd to fa c e 1 8 1 -9 0 Fi st to e y e 1 d6
2 1 -4 0 Fi st to c he st 1 d4 9 1 -1 1 0 Fi st to mouth 1 d6
4 1 -5 0 Fi st to stoma c h 1 d4 >1 1 0 Fi st to groi n 2 d8

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 D ark Elf Brawling A ttac k and D am age
Roll A c tion D am ag e Roll A c tion D am ag e
<0 2 O pe n ha nd to c he e k 1* 48 Foot to stoma c h 1 d4
02 Ba c k ha nd to c he e k 1* 49 Foot to ste rnum 1 d4
03 Fi st to ba c k 1 5 0 -5 9 Fi st to te mpl e 1 d4
04 O pe n ha nds to e a rs 1 6 0 -6 5 Kne e to stoma c h 1 d4
0 5 -1 0 Fi st to stoma c h 1 -2 66 Kne e to ste rnum 1 d4
1 1 -1 3 E l bow to ba c k 1 d4 6 7 -6 9 Foot to k ne e 1 d4
1 4 -2 0 Fi st to mouth 1 d4 7 0 -7 4 Fi st to groi n 1 d4
2 1 -3 0 Fi st to e y e 1 d4 7 5 -7 9 E l bow to nose 1 d4
3 1 -3 2 E l bow to te e th 1 d4 8 0 -8 1 E l bow to throa t 1 d4
3 3 -4 2 Fi st to nose 1 d4 8 2 -8 4 Foot to groi n 1 d4
43 Fi st to throa t 1 d4 8 5 -9 3 Kne e to groi n 1 d6
44 Foot to c hi n 1 d4 9 4 -9 6 E l bow to te mpl e 1 d6
4 5 -4 6 Foot to i nste p 1 d4 9 7 -1 1 0 Kne e to fa c e 1 d6
47 Foot to mouth 1 d4 >1 1 0 Kne e to a bra c e d fa c e 2 d4

Light Elf Brawling A ttac k and D am age

Roll A c tion D am ag e Roll A c tion D am ag e
<0 2 Pi nc hi ng - 7 2 -7 5 Foot to shi ns 1 -2
0 2 -2 0 Pul l i ng ha i r - 76 Bi ti ng a nk l e 1 -2
21 Sc ra tc h ba c k - 77 Bi ti ng fa c e 1 -2
2 2 -2 3 Sc ra tc h ge ne ra l body - 7 8 -8 1 Bi ti ng ge ne ra l body 1 d4
2 4 -3 0 Sc ra tc h fa c e - 8 2 -8 5 Fi st to top of he a d 1 d4

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3 1 -3 5 Pul l i ng e a r 1 8 6 -9 0 Fi st to groi n 1 d4
3 6 -4 5 Sl a p fa c e 1* 91 Fi nge r to e y e 1 d6
4 6 -5 0 Ba c k ha nd to fa c e 1 9 2 -9 5 Foot to stoma c h 1 d6
5 1 -7 0 Wi ndmi l l fury 1 -2 * 9 6 -1 1 0 Foot to groi n 1 d6
71 Foot to foot 1 -2 >1 1 0 Bi ti ng groi n 2 d6

Hum an Brawling A ttac k and D am age

Roll A c tion D am ag e Roll A c tion D am ag e
<0 2 O pe n ha nd to c he e k 1* 48 Foot to stoma c h 2 d6
02 Ba c k ha nd to c he e k 1 -2 * 49 Foot to ste rnum 2 d6
03 Fi st to ba c k 1 d4 5 0 -5 9 Fi st to te mpl e 1 d1 2
04 O pe n ha nds to e a rs 1 d4 6 0 -6 5 Kne e to stoma c h 2 d8
0 5 -1 0 Fi st to stoma c h 1 d4 66 Kne e to ste rnum 2 d8
1 1 -1 3 E l bow to ba c k 1 d6 6 7 -6 9 Foot to k ne e 2 d8
1 4 -2 0 Fi st to mouth 1 d6 7 0 -7 4 Fi st to groi n 2 d8
2 1 -3 0 Fi st to e y e 1 d8 7 5 -7 9 E l bow to nose 2 d8
3 1 -3 2 E l bow to te e th 2 d4 8 0 -8 1 E l bow to throa t 3 d6
3 3 -4 2 Fi st to nose 1 d1 0 8 2 -8 4 Foot to groi n 3 d6
43 Fi st to throa t 1 d1 2 8 5 -9 3 Kne e to groi n 3 d6
44 Foot to c hi n 2 d6 9 4 -9 6 E l bow to te mpl e 3 d6
4 5 -4 6 Foot to i nste p 2 d6 9 7 -1 1 0 Kne e to fa c e 3 d6
47 Foot to mouth 2 d6 >1 1 0 Kne e to a bra c e d fa c e 3 d8

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 Kobold Brawling A ttac k and D am age
Roll A c tion D am ag e Roll A c tion D am ag e
<1 1 Tri ppi ng foe (smote ) - 46 Foot to ste rnum 1 d6
1 1 -2 0 Foot swe e p (smote ) 1* 4 7 -5 5 Fi st to te mpl e 1 d6
21 Foot be hi nd k ne e (smote ) 1 5 6 -5 7 Kne e to stoma c h 1 d6
2 2 -2 5 Fi st to stoma c h 1 -2 58 Kne e to ste rnum 1 d6
26 E l bow to ba c k 1 d4 5 9 -6 9 Foot to k ne e 1 d6
27 Fi st to mouth 1 d4 7 0 -8 0 Fi st to groi n 1 d6
28 Fi st to e y e 1 d4 8 1 -8 6 E l bow to nose 1 d6
29 E l bow to te e th 1 d6 87 E l bow to throa t 1 d6
30 Fi st to nose 1 d6 8 8 -9 2 Foot to groi n 1 d6
31 Fi st to throa t 1 d6 93 Bi te to groi n 1 d6
32 Foot to c hi n 1 d6 9 4 -9 7 Kne e to groi n 1 d8
3 3 -4 0 Foot to i nste p 1 d6 98 E l bow to te mpl e 1 d8
41 Foot to mouth 1 d6 9 9 -1 1 0 Kne e to fa c e 1 d8
4 2 -4 5 Foot to stoma c h 1 d6 >1 1 0 Kne e to a bra c e d fa c e 2 d6

O gre Brawling A ttac k and D am age

Roll A c tion D am ag e Roll A c tion D am ag e
<1 1 Fi st to top of he a d 1 d4 5 1 -6 0 Fi st to throa t 1 d1 2
1 1 -2 0 Fi st to e a rs 1 d4 6 1 -7 0 Fi st to te mpl e 1 d1 2
2 1 -3 0 Fi st to mouth 1 d6 7 1 -8 0 Fi st to groi n 2 d8
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3 1 -4 0 Fi st to e y e 1 d8 8 1 -9 6 Shoul de r to c he st 2 d8
4 1 -4 5 Fi st to nose 1 d1 0 98 Bi te ge ne ra l body 3 d6 **
4 6 -5 0 Fi st to ba c k of ne c k 1 d1 2 >9 9 Bi te he a d 3 d8 **

Borby tingar na Troll Brawling A ttac k and D am age

Roll A c tion D am ag e Roll A c tion D am ag e
<1 1 Fi st to top of he a d 1 d4 5 1 -6 0 Fi st to throa t 1 d1 2
1 1 -2 0 Fi st to e a rs 1 d4 6 1 -7 0 Fi st to te mpl e 1 d1 2
2 1 -3 0 Fi st to mouth 1 d6 7 1 -8 0 Fi st to groi n 2 d8
3 1 -4 0 Fi st to e y e 1 d8 8 1 -9 6 Shoul de r to c he st 2 d8
4 1 -4 5 Fi st to nose 1 d1 0 98 Bi te ge ne ra l body 3 d6 **
4 6 -5 0 Fi st to ba c k of ne c k 1 d1 2 >9 9 Bi te he a d 3 d8 **

Hill Troll Brawling A ttac k and D am age

Roll A c tion D am ag e Roll A c tion D am ag e
<0 2 Be l l y sma c k 1 4 1 -4 5 Fi st to groi n 2 d8
0 2 -0 5 Fi st to top of he a d 1 d4 4 6 -5 5 Cl a w ba c k 3 d6 **
0 6 -1 0 Fi st to e a rs 1 d4 5 6 -7 0 Cl a w c he st 3 d6 **
1 1 -1 5 Fi st to mouth 1 d6 7 1 -7 5 Bi t e a r m 3 d8 **
1 6 -2 0 Fi st to e y e 1 d8 7 6 -8 0 Bi t e l e g 3 d8 **
2 1 -2 5 Fi st to nose 1 d1 0 8 1 -9 0 Cl a w fa c e 3 d8 **
2 6 -3 0 Fi st to ba c k of ne c k 1 d1 2 9 1 -9 5 Bi te torso 3 d1 0 **
3 1 -3 5 Fi st to throa t 1 d1 2 9 6 -9 9 Cl a w throa t 3 d1 0 **
3 6 -4 0 Fi st to te mpl e 1 d1 2 >9 9 Bi te he a d 3 d1 2 **

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 Subte r rane an Troll Brawling A ttac k and D am age
Roll A c tion D am ag e Roll A c tion D am ag e
<0 2 O pe n ha nd to c he e k 1* 48 Foot to stoma c h 2 d6
02 Ba c k ha nd to c he e k 1 -2 * 49 Foot to ste rnum 2 d6
03 Fi st to ba c k 1 d4 5 0 -5 9 Fi st to te mpl e 1 d1 2
04 O pe n ha nds to e a rs 1 d4 6 0 -6 5 Kne e to stoma c h 2 d8
0 5 -1 0 Fi st to stoma c h 1 d4 66 Kne e to ste rnum 2 d8
1 1 -1 3 E l bow to ba c k 1 d6 6 7 -6 9 Foot to k ne e 2 d8
1 4 -2 0 Fi st to mouth 1 d6 7 0 -7 4 Fi st to groi n 2 d8
2 1 -3 0 Fi st to e y e 1 d8 7 5 -7 9 E l bow to nose 2 d8
3 1 -3 2 E l bow to te e th 2 d4 8 0 -8 1 E l bow to throa t 3 d6
3 3 -4 2 Fi st to nose 1 d1 0 8 2 -8 4 Foot to groi n 3 d6
43 Fi st to throa t 1 d1 2 8 5 -9 3 Kne e to groi n 3 d6
44 Foot to c hi n 2 d6 9 4 -9 6 E l bow to te mpl e 3 d6
4 5 -4 6 Foot to i nste p 2 d6 9 7 -1 1 0 Kne e to fa c e 3 d6
47 Foot to mouth 2 d6 >1 1 0 Kne e to a bra c e d fa c e 3 d8

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 Brewing Cartography
Alcohol is created by fermenting natural This skill relates to the ability to draw accu-
substances such as wheat, barley, grapes, or honey. rate maps of quality, as well as decipher or follow
Whenever alcohol is to be brewed, a Brewing skill them. Whenever maps come into play, a Cartogra-
check must be made. phy skill check is made.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the sub-ability Common Sense. Higher re- from Spatial Intelligence. Higher results correspond
sults correspond with alcohol of better quality. Mead with better skill in Cartography. Note that literacy
is made from fermented honey, and requires 1 year is not a requirement when relating a map to its sur-
to ferment properly. Consult the table below re- roundings, but literacy is required to draw a map,
garding quality: and certainly if there is any writing upon it. The
Aedile will determine the TH for each circumstance.
TH Re s ult
If possi bl e , a di se a se or food poi si oni ng
<9
wi l l oc c ur i f l a rge a mounts a re i nge ste d Catching
It ta ste s te rri bl e a nd sme l l s, but the
9 -1 6
a l c ohol wi l l ta k e e ffe c t nor ma l l y
The act of seizing an object in motion de-
fines the Catching skill. Most often, this skill is used
It ta ste s sa ti sfa c tory a nd the a l c ohol wi l l
1 7 -2 0 when an object is hurled toward the character with-
ta k e e ffe c t nor ma l l y
2 1 -2 9 out the intent to injure. Whenever a character at-
It ta ste s pl e a sa nt a nd the a l c ohol wi l l
ta k e e ffe c t nor ma l l y tempts to catch an object, a Catching skill check is
The bre we r re c e i v e s re pe a te d
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3 0 -3 9 made.
c ongra tul a ti ons on thi s fi ne bre w
The bre we r be c ome s re nowne d fa r a nd Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
>3 9 from Hand-Eye Coordination. Higher results cor-
wi de for thi s fi ne bre w
respond with better catching. The Aedile will de-
termine the TH for each circumstance. Modifiers
Candlemaking may include the size of the object, the speed at which
The hardening of wax with an interior wick it travels, whether or not the object is dangerous
is Candlemaking. Whenever a candle is made, a (such as a dagger), and whether or not the character
Candlemaking skill check is made. may use both hands. Examples follow:
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier TH Exam ple
from the Common Sense sub-ability. Higher re- 17 Fl a sk
sults correspond with better quality candlemaking. 40 Da g ge r (wi thout i nj ury )

Carpentry Charioteering
The reshaping or refining of wood is a val- The act of driving a chariot, usually in battle,
ued skill these days. Whenever wood is worked, a is the skill of Charioteering. Whenever a chariot is
Carpentry skill check is made. driven under stressful conditions and the horses may
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier be difficult to control, a Charioteering skill check
from Spatial Intelligence. Higher results correspond must be made.
with better quality woodworking. The Aedile will Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
determine the TH for each circumstance. from Dexterity. Higher results correspond to higher
quality chariot driving. The Aedile will determine
the TH of each circumstance.

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 Chemistry Earth: This element is between dryness and
All matter is comprised of a particular com- coldness, and is related to the shape of a cube, due
bination of the 5 elements: air, earth, fire, water, to its hardness.
and ether. Chemistry is the science of exploring Fire: This element is between hotness and
combinations. Through combining substances, new dryness, and is related to a tetrahedron, due to the
substances may be made, such as acids, bases, gas, sharp points of this shape.
metals, and new toxins (poisons). However, Chem- Water: This element is between coldness and
istry may also be dangerous and explosions may re- wetness, and is related to an icosahedron.
sult depending on the whim of the Aedile and what Later, a 5th element was added4, which is
is being created. called ether.
Some ancients asserted that the universe is Ether: This element is equidistant to the 2
comprised only of atoms and the void1. An atom properties. To some, it is the substance of stars4,
was considered the smallest divisible unit of matter. although the concept of ether developed into a ver-
Where atoms do not exist is the void, which sur- sion of the void, because it is considered to be ev-
rounds all atoms. The atomist view of chemistry erywhere. Ether is related to a pentagonal dodeca-
has been both modified and abandoned in favor of hedron. Another name for ether is quintaessentia,
5 elements. or the quintessential.
Originally, 4 elements were postulated as the Chemists seek to mix pure substances -- pure
basis of all matter2. These 4 elements are the result in the sense of nature, not in the sense of ideal and
of 2 properties: hotness and dryness. Then, each pure elements. The following are considered to be
element became associated with a geometric shape3. pure substances: gold, silver, lead, tin, iron, copper,

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These shapes are considered the particles of the el- mercury or quicksilver, salt, vinegar, lime or quick-
ements. Each of the 4 elements is posited to exist lime, bitumen or pitch, and extracts from plants.
in an ideal or pure form, though they cannot be Prerequisites for Chemistry include: Library
found in this world, except in lesser purity. Research + 10, Herbalism + 5, Toxicology + 5, Na-
Air: This element is between hotness and ture (Plants) + 5, Nature (Minerals) + 5.
wetness, and is related to an octahedron. Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
the modifiers from the sub-abilities of Intuition,
Math, and Analytic Intelligence. The higher the roll,
the more likely is success. If the result is 6 or less,
than an injury determined by the Aedile occurs to
the chemist.

1. The original atomists were Leucippus and Democritus, as cited from The Atomists: Leucippus and Democritus, which is a
translation of fragments of text by C. C. W. Taylor. For more information, see the References section at the end of this book.
2. Empedocles of Agrigentum (490 - 430 B.C.E.) first asserted the four-element model of nature.
3. Plato and Pythagoras associated the four elements with geometric shapes.
4. Aristotle added the fifth element. For more information, see the References section at the end of this book.

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 Cheesemaking Cleaning
Cheesemaking is the process of producing The cleaning of objects may involve numer-
cheese. Whenever a character attempts to make ous little tasks, such as dusting, arranging furniture,
cheese, a Cheesemaking skill check is required. washing floors, etc. Whenever an area or inanimate
Cheese is made from milk, though the milk object must be cleaned, a Cleaning skill check must
of different domesticated herbivores may be used be made.
to make different kinds of cheese. Milk must be Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
coagulated or curdled, so that it forms curds, which from Common Sense. Higher results correspond
are milky white lumps, and whey, a thin liquid. If to higher quality Cleaning. The Aedile will deter-
left alone, milk curdles naturally; it sours and forms mine the TH of each circumstance.
into an acid curd. Some cheeses are made from the
curds, the others from whey. Next, cheeses undergo
a ripening process, which varies between 2 weeks
and 7 years. Finally, it is common to add spices.
The rinds are treated during the ripening process,
sometimes with wax for preservation. Oftentimes,
the rinds are salted.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the sub-ability of Common Sense. Higher
results correspond with higher quality cheese.
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 Climb Clockmaking
Climbing is the action of attempting to A clock is a device that tells time. When-
physically raise oneself regarding elevation. When- ever a clock is crafted, a Clockmaking skill check is
ever a character attempts to Climb, a Climb skill made. For more information on the types of clocks
check is made. available, consult Chapter 9: Equipment.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
the modifiers from the sub-abilities of Physical Fit- from the Spatial sub-ability. Higher results corre-
ness and Agility. Higher results correspond with spond with better quality clocks. On the table be-
better success at climbing. Characters who are fully low, Duration represents the length of time until the
encumbered are unable to Climb. clock breaks down, and Inaccuracy represents the
Divide the climber’s Strength sub-ability amount of time that the clock will be off after a 24-
score by their weight, multiply by 30, and subtract hour period. Consult the table below to determine
30. The result is a modifier to the Climb skill check. the qualities of the clock:
Next, the ease of the surface to Climb must
be considered. If the surface permits sufficient foot- TH D uration Inac c urac y
<9 Doe s not func ti on Doe s not func ti on
holds and handholds, then no penalty applies. If 9 -1 6 1 d4 we e k s 2 d4 hours
the surface resembles the difficulty of climbing a 1 7 -2 0 2 d6 months 1 d1 0 0 mi nute s
tree with thick bark, then the character incurs a pen- 2 1 -2 3 1 d4 y e a rs 1 d1 0 mi nute s
alty of - 5. If the surface is basically smooth, then 2 4 -2 9 1 d1 0 y e a rs 1 d4 mi nute s
the character incurs a penalty of - 15. If the surface >2 9 2 d2 0 y e a rs 1 d4 se c onds
is smooth and oily, then the character incurs a - 20

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penalty.
Light armor incurs a - 5 penalty, while me- Cobbling
dium armor incurs a - 10 penalty, and heavy armor
A cobbler is a maker of shoes and other
incurs a - 15 penalty.
footwear. Whenever crafting footwear is attempted,
Climbing up a rope yields a bonus of + 5.
a Cobbling skill check is made.
Climbing up a rope while wearing gloves gives a
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
bonus of + 15. If the rope has periodic knots, then
from the Common Sense sub-ability. Higher re-
a + 2 bonus is incurred.
sults correspond with better quality footwear. On
Consult the table below to determine
the table below, the column Duration assumes that
whether or not the character may Climb as well as
the footwear is worn daily and subjected to normal
their rate, and the likelihood of falling per minute. wear and tear for the duration listed. Consult the
Note that their chance of falling may be eliminated table below to see how long the footwear will last
if they are assisted. before becoming inoperable:
TH Fas te s t Spe e d Pos s ible Falling Chanc e /Minute
<1 4 Una bl e to Cl i mb -
TH D uration
1 4 -1 6 1 % of Spri nt spe e d 32% <1 4 1 da y
1 7 -2 0 5 % of Spri nt spe e d 16% 1 4 -1 6 1 month
2 1 -2 3 1 0 % of Spri nt spe e d 8% 1 7 -2 0 6 months
2 4 -2 5 1 5 % of Spri nt spe e d 4% 2 1 -2 3 1 year
2 6 -2 9 2 0 % of Spri nt spe e d 2% 2 4 -2 9 5 y e a rs
>2 9 2 5 % of Spri nt spe e d 1% >2 9 1 0 y e a rs

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 Comedy, Buffoonery Comedy, Physical
Buffoonery is coarse, loutish behavior. This Physical Comedy consists of humorous ac-
type of comedy is often offensive to others, but tions. Whenever actions are performed and intended
many find it extremely amusing as well. Whenever to be humorous, a Physical Comedy skill check is
buffoonery is attempted, a Buffoonery Comedy skill made. Unintended humorous actions are not a re-
check is made. sult of skill, but luck or happenstance.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
from the Charisma ability. the modifiers from the Charisma ability and the
Agility sub-ability.
TH Re s ult
<1 4 Ange r i s e v ok e d
1 4 -1 5 No a ppa re nt e ffe c ts TH Re s ult
16 A c huc k l e oc c urs, l i ght a muse me nt The c ome di a n i nj ure s the mse l v e s a nd
The pun we nt ov e r we l l , me rri me nt a nd <1 1 othe rs ne a rby. The Ae di l e de te r mi ne s wha t
1 7 -2 0 i s a ppropri a te .
l a ughte r e nsue
The pun ma k e s the c ome di a n the l i fe of The c ome di a n i nj ure s othe rs ne a rby.
2 1 -2 9 11
pa rty, so to spe a k The Ae di l e de te r mi ne s wha t i s a ppropri a te .
Whoe v e r he a rs the pun wa nts to be fri e nds The c ome di a n i nj ure s the mse l v e s.
1 2 -1 3
>2 9 wi th the c ome di a n or e xpe ri e nc e s gre a t The Ae di l e de te r mi ne s wha t i s a ppropri a te .
a ttra c ti on to the c ome di a n 1 4 -1 6 No a ppa re nt e ffe c t
1 7 -2 0 A c huc k l e oc c urs, l i ght a muse me nt
The Phy si c a l Come dy i s we l l re c e i v e d,
2 1 -2 3
me rri me nt a nd l a ughte r e nsue
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The c ome di a n be c ome s the l i fe of the

2 4 -2 9
pa rty, so to spe a k
Whoe v e r se e s the Phy si c a l Come dy wa nts
>2 9 to be fri e nds wi th the c ome di a n, or
e xpe ri e nc e s a ttra c ti on to the c ome di a n

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 Comedy, Pun Contortion
A pun is a play on words and demonstra- Some are more skilled than others at bodily
tion of wit. In this skill, pun is used with comedic flexibility and fitting their bodies into smaller spaces.
effect. Whenever a pun is attempted in hopes of This skill allows a character to contort their body.
being funny, a Pun Comedy skill check may be made. A character skilled at Contortion has higher Sexual
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier Adeptness.
from Charisma. Higher results correspond with a Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
better effect from the pun. The effect of a pun can the modifiers from the sub-abilities of Physical Fit-
vary considerably. Consider the table below: ness and Agility. Consult the table below:

TH Re s ult
<9 Ange r i s e v ok e d TH Exam ple
9 -1 6 No a ppa re nt e ffe c t Abl e to si t wi th l e gs e xte nde d, l e a n forwa rd,
<1 4
1 7 -2 0 A c huc k l e oc c urs, l i ght a muse me nt a nd touc h c a l v e s wi thout be ndi ng k ne e s
The pun i s we l l re c e i v e d, me rri me nt a nd Abl e to si t wi th l e gs e xte nde d, l e a n forwa rd,
2 1 -2 3 1 4 -1 6
l a ughte r e nsue a nd touc h l owe r l e gs wi thout be ndi ng k ne e s
The pun ma k e s the c ome di a n the l i fe of Abl e to si t wi th l e gs e xte nde d, l e a n forwa rd,
2 4 -2 9 1 7 -2 0
the pa rty, so to spe a k a nd touc h a nk l e s/toe s wi thout be ndi ng k ne e s
Whoe v e r he a rs the pun wa nts to be the Abl e to si t wi th l e gs e xte nde d, l e a n forwa rd,
2 1 -2 3
>2 9 fri e nd of the c ome di a n, or i s a ttra c te d to a nd touc h toe s wi thout be ndi ng k ne e s
the c ome di a n Abl e to si t wi th l e gs e xte nde d, l e a n forwa rd,
2 4 -2 9 a nd pl a c e fi nge rs on bottom of fe e t wi thout
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Abl e to si t wi th l e gs e xte nde d, l e a n forwa rd,
3 0 -3 4 a nd pl a c e pa l ms on bottom of fe e t wi thout
Constellations be ndi ng k ne e s
Whenever the constellations need to be iden- Abl e to si t wi th l e gs e xte nde d, l e a n forwa rd,
tified in the night sky or their trajectories discussed, 3 5 -3 9 a nd c omforta bl y pl a c e he a d on k ne e s wi thout
be ndi ng k ne e s
a Constellations skill check is made. This skill is not >3 9 Abl e to pe rfor m se l f-fe l l a ti o
to be confused with the skill of Divination (Astrol-
ogy), though they are often used together.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
the modifiers from Vision (include only for near-
sightedness) and the sub-abilities of Reflection and
Spatial Intelligence. Higher results correspond with
better accuracy about the Constellations. The Aedile
will determine the TH for each specific check.

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 Cooking Coppersmithing
Those skilled at preparing food are good at A coppersmith is one who forges and shapes
Cooking. Whenever food is being prepared, a Cook- copper with an anvil and a hammer. Copper is
ing skill check is made. heated in a forge and then hammered into the shape
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier desired. The process of forging improves the struc-
from the sub-ability Common Sense. Higher re- ture of the metal. Forged metal is stronger and ex-
sults correspond to better cooking. hibits greater resistance to fatigue and impact. The
forge consists of an open hearth made of firebrick.
Coal is used to fuel the forge, and bellows are in-
TH Re s ult serted to fan air as needed. Broken or obsolete cop-
Poor c ook i ng, re sul ti ng i n a di se a se or
<9 food poi soni ng i f a ppl i c a bl e , suc h a s per objects can be melted down and the substance
botul i sm reused. Whenever such metalworking is done, a
Poor c ook i ng. The me a l i s e i the r (0 1 -5 0 %) Coppersmithing skill check must be made.
9 -1 3 unde rc ook e d or (5 1 -1 0 0 %) ov e rc ook e d. Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
In e i the r c a se , i t ta ste s te rri bl e . the modifiers from the sub-abilities Strength and
1 4 -2 0 Nor ma l c ook i ng, nothi ng note worthy
2 1 -2 3 Good c ook i ng. The me a l i s pl e a si ng. Spatial Intelligence. Higher results correspond with
E xc e l l e nt c ook i ng. The c ook i s tha nk e d better quality metalwork. The Aedile will determine
2 4 -2 9 re pe a te dl y a nd the me a l i s re c omme nde d the TH for each application.
by fri e nds a nd fa mi l y.
E xc e l l e nt c ook i ng. The c ook i s tha nk e d
3 0 -3 4 re pe a te dl y a nd the me a l i s re c omme nde d
Cosmetics
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throughout the c ommuni ty.

E xc e l l e nt c ook i ng. The c ook i s tha nk e d Women apply cosmetics to themselves or
>3 4 re pe a te dl y a nd the me a l i s re c omme nde d each other to enhance their beauty. Cosmetics are
throughout the l a nd. not applied to males. The modifiers below apply
only to females. If make-up is applied to a male,
then consult the Aedile to determine the effects.
Whenever make-up is applied, a Cosmetics skill check
must be made.
First, foundation is applied to the face, which
may range from the poisonous white lead to the
safer chalk or orris root. A healthy glow is restored
by applying red ochre. Second, eyes are given spe-
cial attention; lamp-black is applied to eyelashes and
possibly eyebrows. Finally, a salve made of alkanet
root and ochre is applied to the lips. Although it
does not affect Facial Charisma, moisturizing cream
is often applied to the body after leaving the baths.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
the modifiers from the sub-abilities Spatial Intelli-
gence and Intuition. Consult the table below to
determine the effect on Facial Charisma:
TH Re s ult
<1 1 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma - (2 d1 0 )%
1 1 -1 5 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma - (1 d1 0 )%
1 6 -1 7 -
1 8 -2 2 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma + (1 d1 0 )%
>2 2 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma + (2 d1 0 )%

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 Cosmos, General Planes Dance
This skill deals with natural facts of the Dancing is a physical activity performed ei-
planes of the cosmos in general. Usually, this en- ther alone or with others as a rhythmic or patterned
tails information concerning popular locales, geog- succession of steps, usually to music. Dancing is
raphy, prominent figures or gods and how the uni- often performed when a character is happy, partak-
verse is structured. Whenever information or knowl- ing in a celebration or festival, or desiring to mate.
edge such as that listed above is required, a General Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
Planes skill check is made. the modifiers from Kinetic Charisma and Agility.
LC: While there is no LC penalty, each edu- Higher results correspond with a better dancing per-
cational course taken formally bestows a + 2 bonus formance. Some dances are more difficult to per-
to the General Planes skill check. Usually, human- form than others, and these incur appropriate pen-
oids do not formally study the General Planes, alties. Otherwise, consult the table below:
though select occupations may, such as priests, sages,
and wizards.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier TH Re s ult
O bse r v e rs l a ugh a t the i ne pti tude of the
from the Intelligence ability. Higher results corre- <9
da nc e r.
spond to better knowledge regarding the General The ti mi ng of the da nc e r i s poor a nd the
Planes. The Aedile must decide the TH depending mov e me nts a re not fl ui d. The da nc e r
9 -1 3
on the circumstances. stumbl e s he re a nd the re , a ttra c ti ng sl i ghtl y
ne ga ti v e a tte nti on.
1 4 -2 0 The da nc e r i s nothi ng note worthy.

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The da nc e r i s be tte r tha n most, a ttra c ti ng
Cosmos, Specific Plane 2 1 -2 3
sl i ghtl y posi ti v e a tte nti on.
This skill deals with natural facts of a spe- 2 4 -2 9
O the rs pa use to note the e xqui si te pe r-
cific plane of existence. Usually, this entails infor- for ma nc e of the da nc e r.
O bse r v e rs ha l t the i r a c ti v i ti e s, ga the ri ng
mation concerning popular locations, such as the 3 0 -3 4 a round the da nc e r due to the i r bre a th-
geography, prominent figures or gods, etc. When- ta k i ng pe rfor ma nc e .
ever information or knowledge such as that listed Rumors spre a d throughout the c ommuni ty
3 5 -3 9
above is required, a Specific Plane skill check is made. of the sk i l l of the da nc e r.
LC: While there is no LC penalty, each edu- Rumors spre a d throughout the l a nd of the
>3 9
sk i l l of the da nc e r.
cational course taken formally bestows a + 2 bonus
to the Specific Plane skill check. Similarly, every ad-
venture to the plane where a good duration is spent
also bestows a + 2 bonus. Usually, humanoids do Delousing
not formally study a Specific Plane, though select The act of removing lice, fleas, and bedbugs
occupations may, such as priests, sages, and wizards. is Delousing. Lice, fleas, and bedbugs must be picked
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier from hair, beards, armpits, and genitals. Most fe-
from the Intelligence ability. Higher results corre- males are skilled in Delousing their family members.
spond to better knowledge regarding a Specific Plane. Some females make a trade out of delousing any
The Aedile must decide the TH depending on the character who will pay.
circumstances. Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the Hand-Eye Coordination sub-ability. A
bonus of 5 is applied to the roll if the herb lavender
Cunnilingus is applied, which repels these pests. If the check is
See the Sexual Adeptness skill. successful, then 1 bug has been removed. The TH
to remove a bug is 24.

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 Diagnosing Disarm
This skill may be used only by a doctor. A When a character attempts to remove a
doctor must diagnose, or determine what is the prob- weapon from a combative foe, a Disarm skill check
lem, with a patient. Whenever a doctor must diag- is made.
nose a patient, a Diagnosing skill check is made. Check: First, make a skill check with which-
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of ever skill is appropriate (Brawling, Specific Weapon,
the modifiers from the Intelligence and Wisdom etc.). If the attack succeeds, then the foe is gener-
abilities. The higher the roll, the more accurate the ally unharmed. If the skill check succeeds, then roll
diagnosis. The Aedile will determine the difficulty 3d10 and apply the average of the modifiers from
of each diagnosis. the sub-abilities of Hand-Eye Coordination and
Agility.
Consider the length in inches of the foe’s
Direction Sense weapon that is exposed beyond their fulcrum point.
The skill to sense a given direction, such as Divide this by the foe’s fist circumference (see Chap.
north, is valuable to sailors, rangers, and dungeoneers 2: Body), and multiply this result by 2. This is a modi-
alike. Whenever a character attempts to sense a di- fier for the disarmer. Additional modifiers are listed
rection, a Direction Sense skill check is made. below:
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the sub-ability Intuition. If the character has Fac tor Modifie r
Di sa r me r ha s i ni ti a ti v e ov e r foe -
suddenly appeared in an absolutely unfamiliar loca- Foe has i ni ti ati v e ov e r di sar me r, and mi sse s
-5
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tion, such as by means of a Teleport spell, then a - wi th a 1 -hande d hack i ng or poundi ng we apon
20 penalty is incurred. Foe ha s i ni ti a ti v e ov e r di sa r me r, a nd stri k e s
- 15
wi th a 1 -ha nde d ha c k i ng or poundi ng we a pon
E a c h i nc h of the we a pon of the foe tha t i s
TH Re s ult
pe rpe ndi c ul a r to i ts ha ndl e (i t i s a bl e to be +1
<1 7 The di re c ti on se e ms i mpossi bl e to di sc e rn.
hook e d)
An i nc orre c t di re c ti on i s se nse d. The
Ae di l e must rol l 1 d8 to de te r mi ne the
While the results vary with the method and
1 7 -2 0 di re c ti on, re rol l i ng the di e i f the c orre c t
di re c ti on re sul ts. Le t 1 =N, 2 =NE , 3 =E , weapon used, consult the table below for a general
4 =SE , 5 =S, 6 =SW, 7 =W, a nd 8 =NW. attempt at resolution:
>2 0 The c orre c t di re c ti on i s se nse d.

TH Exam p le
If both the di sa r me r a nd foe ha v e we a pons
wi th pa rts tha t a re pe rpe ndi c ul a r to the
ha ndl e , the n both we a pons be c ome
<7
hook e d. The c ha ra c te r wi th the gre a te st
Stre ngth i s a bl e to pul l the othe r we a pon
fre e .
7 -1 6 The we a pon i s mi sse d.
The we a pon i s hi t a s i nte nde d, but no
1 7 -2 5 da ma ge i s done to i t or the foe , a nd the
we a pon re ma i ns i n the i r gra sp.
The we a pon i s di sl odge d from the gra sp of
2 5 -2 9
the foe , a nd fa l l s to the ground.
The we a pon i s di sl odge d from the gra sp of
3 0 -3 9 the foe , a nd fa l l s to the ground se v e ra l fe e t
a wa y.
The we a pon i s di sl odge d from the gra sp of
4 0 -4 9
the foe , a nd the foe i s da ma ge d.
The we a pon i s di sl odge d from the gra sp of
the foe , a nd the foe suffe rs Gra phi c Gore .
>4 9 Rol l 1 d1 0 0 . E i the r (0 1 -5 0 ) the ha nd wa s
str uc k , (5 1 -8 0 ) l owe r a r m, or (8 1 -1 0 0 )
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 Disguise Divination, Anthropomancy
The skill to furnish with a false appearance The act of divining from the entrails of dead
or assumed identity can be a dangerous skill. Dis- or dying characters. Most often, these are sacrificial
guise may be considered when performed on one- victims. Also called splanchomancy and extispicy,
self, though others may help. This skill is often used anthropomancy is commonly outlawed among civi-
in conjunction with Acting (Drama). Whenever a lized cultures.
character is disguised, a Disguise skill check is made. Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of from Intuition. Higher results correspond with
the modifiers for Charisma and Common Sense. higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches
Higher results correspond with better disguises. For reality more closely. Very poor results are proven
each other character who actively assists in estab- wrong almost instantly, while very good results are
lishing the disguise of a character, a bonus of + 1 is not falsifiable.
incurred. For others to detect the disguise, they must
make an Intuition sub-ability check that exceeds the
Disguise skill check. Divination, Aspidomancy
The act of divining from sitting and chant-
ing while in a circle is Aspidomancy. A circle must
Dismemberment consist of at least 3 characters of the same species.
This skill has no skill check, but instead the Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
points invested in it contribute to the severity of from Intuition. Higher results correspond with

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the damage for hacking weapons on the Graphic higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches
Gore tables in Chapter 10: Combat. reality more closely. Very poor results are proven
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are
not falsifiable.
Divination, Alectromancy
Also called alectyromancy, this method of
divination is performed by drawing a circle on the Divination, Astrology
ground and inscribing letters about the perimeter, This is the study of how events on Neveria
or in the case of yes/no questions a ‘yes’ and a ‘no’. (a fantasy world for F.A.T.A.L.) correspond to the
Then a cock is placed inside the circle and the let- positions and movements of astronomical bodies,
ters where the bird pecks are collected into sentences particularly the sun, moon, stars, and planets. As-
as answers. Sometimes, answers are derived from trologers believe that the position of astronomical
the direction the cock crows, or reciting letters of bodies at the exact moment of a character’s birth
the alphabet, noting during which ones the cock and the subsequent movements of the bodies re-
crows. flect their characteristics, and therefore destiny. As-
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier trologers create charts called horoscopes, which map
from Intuition. Higher results correspond with the position of astronomical bodies. Every planet,
higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches including the sun and moon, are noted for their
reality more closely. Very poor results are proven positions during the character’s birth.
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
not falsifiable. from Intelligence. Higher results correspond with
perceptions of better astrological accuracy. The
Aedile will determine the TH according to each situ-
ation.

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 Divination, Austromancy Divination, Ceraunoscopy
The act of divining by interpreting winds The act of divining thunder and lightning is
and cloud shapes is Austromancy. ceraunoscopy.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from Intuition. Higher results correspond with from Intuition. Higher results correspond with
higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches
reality more closely. Very poor results are proven reality more closely. Very poor results are proven
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are wrong almost instantly, while very good results are
not falsifiable. not falsifiable.

Divination, Axinomancy Divination, Chiromancy

This act of divination is performed by plac- Also called cheiromancy, palmistry, and palm
ing an agate stone on a red-hot axe. Its motion is reading, this is the act of divining from the creases,
taken to indicate the identity of a character guilty lines, and bumps on the palms and fingers. The
of a crime. Other methods of prediction and an- hands reveal character and destiny to the seer, indi-
swering questions are performed with an axe as well. cating factors such as longevity, general health, in-
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier telligence, love, luck, and money.
from Intuition. Higher results correspond with Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches from Intuition. Higher results correspond with
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reality more closely. Very poor results are proven higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are reality more closely. Very poor results are proven
not falsifiable. wrong almost instantly, while very good results are
not falsifiable.

Divination, Belomancy
This act of divining consists of tying a mes- Divination, Cleromancy
sage to an arrow. Each message is tied to a different The act of divining by means of dice. Any
arrow, and each message suggests a different answer small object may be substituted, such as pebbles,
or piece of advice. The diviner launches each ar- beans, or bones.
row from the same bow. No other archer may launch Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
1 or more of the messages. The arrow that flies the from Intuition. Higher results correspond with
farthest is considered to carry the message whose higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches
advise should be heeded. reality more closely. Very poor results are proven
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier wrong almost instantly, while very good results are
from Intuition. Higher results correspond with not falsifiable.
higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches
reality more closely. Very poor results are proven
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are
not falsifiable.

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 Divination, Crystalomancy Divination, Gyromancy
The act of divining from transparent bod- This act of divining is accomplished by walk-
ies such as a crystal ball, polished quartz, precious ing around a circle of letters until the diviner falls or
stones (especially a beryl), or any transparent object is too dizzy to continue. The letters against which
is Crystalomancy. By gazing fixedly and deeply into the diviner stumbles or the direction of the fall are
a polished crystal ball the seer attempts to see what supposed to spell out a prophetic message.
will happen in the future or somewhere else, and to Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
seek answers to questions. from Intuition. Higher results correspond with
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches
from Intuition. Higher results correspond with reality more closely. Very poor results are proven
higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches wrong almost instantly, while very good results are
reality more closely. Very poor results are proven not falsifiable.
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are
not falsifiable.
Divination, Hydromancy
The act of divining from water is
Divination, Dririmancy Hydromancy. One method the diviner uses is to
The act of divining by interpreting dripping obtain a basin full of water, command it to be acti-
blood is Dririmancy. Dririmancy is outlawed in most vated by spirits, and it vibrates to a point where it
ceremonies. boils and gives off meaningful sounds. Other tech-

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Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier niques are to drop pebbles into bowls filled with
from Intuition. Higher results correspond with water, fountains, or other bodies of water. The di-
higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches viner reads from the color of the water on its sur-
reality more closely. Very poor results are proven face as the water ripples.
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
not falsifiable. from Intuition. Higher results correspond with
higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches
reality more closely. Very poor results are proven
Divination, Gastromancy wrong almost instantly, while very good results are
The act of divining by interpreting sounds not falsifiable.
from a belly is Gastromancy.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from Intuition. Higher results correspond with Divination, Libanomancy
higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches The act of divining by interpreting the move-
reality more closely. Very poor results are proven ments of incense smoke is Libanomancy.
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
not falsifiable. from Intuition. Higher results correspond with
higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches
reality more closely. Very poor results are proven
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are
not falsifiable.

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 Divination, Lithomancy Divination, Numerology
The act of divining the light reflected by The act of divining from numbers is Nu-
precious or colored stones is Lithomancy. The gem- merology. Numerologists believe that the universe
stones are usually placed on a black cloth for the is mathematically constructed, and that all things can
reading. be expressed in numbers. Since all letters, words,
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier names, birthdays, and so forth may be converted
from Intuition. Higher results correspond with numerically and expressed in numbers, it is believed
higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches that a character’s life, temperament, and destiny can
reality more closely. Very poor results are proven be determined. Numerologists use the numbers 1 -
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are 9 and 0, converting larger numbers into these by
not falsifiable. adding them together. For instance, the number 14
would be the number 5 to a numerologist (1 + 4 =
5). Certain numbers are not reduced, however; these
Divination, Lunomancy are 11 and 22. Regarding alphabets, the following
The act of divining from the shadows cre- letters are transposed into the following numbers:
ated by the moonlight on an character’s face is 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Lunomancy. Before the divining, silver dust is spread A B C D E F G H I
on the diviner’s hands as well as the character’s face. J K L M N O P Q R
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier S T U V W X Y Z
from Intuition. Higher results correspond with
The above example formatted in English is
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higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches

reality more closely. Very poor results are proven formatted identically in other languages as well.
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are Based on the information above, a word would be
not falsifiable. translated numerologically as follows:

FATAL = 6+1+2+1+3 = 13 = 1+3 = 4.

The numerological number for FATAL is 4. From
Divination, Necromancy
here, a numerologist would describe the significance
The act of divining from communicating
of the number 4. An example of a date would be:
with the dead is Necromancy. Necromancers are
08/11/1972 = 0+8+1+1+1+9+7+2 = 29 = 2+9 =
often accused of witchcraft and considered immoral
11.
for seeking forbidden knowledge from corpses or
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
spirits.
from Intuition. Higher results correspond with
This skill is distinct from magic, though some
higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches
spells of the ether discipline are necromantic as well.
reality more closely. Very poor results are proven
It is popular to refer to necromancers as ‘bone-con-
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are
jurers.’
not falsifiable.
Though this is a skill and not a magical spell,
ceremony usually accompanies the practice of nec-
romancy. Necromancers usually don black robes
and bear gifts for the dead, such as milk, honey, holy
water, wine, and olive oil, along with a wreath.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from Intuition. Higher results correspond with
higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches
reality more closely. Very poor results are proven
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are
not falsifiable.

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 Divination, Omphalomancy Divination, Ornithomancy
The act of divining by observing the knots The act of divining by observing the flight
in an umbilical cord is Omphalomancy. of birds is Ornithomancy.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from Intuition. Higher results correspond with from Intuition. Higher results correspond with
higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches
reality more closely. Very poor results are proven reality more closely. Very poor results are proven
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are wrong almost instantly, while very good results are
not falsifiable. not falsifiable.

Divination, Oneiromancy Divination, Pyromancy

The act of divining by interpreting dreams The act of divining by fire is Pyromancy.
is Oneiromancy. The presage is good if the flame is vigorous and
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier quickly consumes the sacrifice. On the other hand,
from Intuition. Higher results correspond with if it is slow to consume the victim, the presage is
higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches evil.
reality more closely. Very poor results are proven In addition to observing sacrifices, the flames
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are of torches are observed. If the flame forms a single
not falsifiable. point it is good, if it splits in 2, it is a bad omen.

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Curiously, 3 is a better omen than 1. Bending of
the flame is understood as sickness for the healthy
Divination, Onomancy and death for the sick. Sudden extinction suggests
The act of divining by interpreting the let- the coming of a frightful disaster or catastrophe.
ters of a name is Onomancy. Another specialty is called pyroscopy,
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier wherein the seer burns a sheet of paper on a white
from Intuition. Higher results correspond with surface and examines the resulting stains.
higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches One form of Pyromancy is daphnomancy,
reality more closely. Very poor results are proven wherein the seer listens to the noise made by laurel
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are branches crackling in an open fire. The louder the
not falsifiable. crackles, the better the omens. If crackles are ab-
sent, then the meaning is bleak.
Finally, seers of Pyromancy may practice
Divination, Oomancy capnomancy, the art of interpreting the movement
The act of divining by interpreting eggs is of smoke from sacrificial offerings. The meaning is
Oomancy. The diviner considers the outer shape good if it rises lightly from the altar and ascends
and the inner contents. straight to the clouds. The omen is bad if the smoke
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier hangs about or lingers.
from Intuition. Higher results correspond with Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches from Intuition. Higher results correspond with
reality more closely. Very poor results are proven higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are reality more closely. Very poor results are proven
not falsifiable. wrong almost instantly, while very good results are
not falsifiable.

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 Divination, Scatomancy Divination, Xenomancy
The act of divining by food that has been The act of divining by observing the first
vomited is Scatomancy. stranger to be found or who appears is Xenomancy.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from Intuition. Higher results correspond with from Intuition. Higher results correspond with
higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches
reality more closely. Very poor results are proven reality more closely. Very poor results are proven
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are wrong almost instantly, while very good results are
not falsifiable. not falsifiable.

Divination, Sortilege Dying

The act of divining by drawing lots is This is skill at altering the color of an ob-
Sortilege. ject, usually cloth, by applying a dye. Whenever an
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier object is to be dyed, a Dying skill check is made.
from Intuition. Higher results correspond with Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches from the Hand-Eye Coordination sub-ability.
reality more closely. Very poor results are proven Higher results correspond with better quality of
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are Dying. If necessary, the Aedile will determine the
not falsifiable. TH.
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Divination, Stychomancy Ejaculating

Also called bibliomancy, this is the act of See the Sexual Adeptness skill.
divination in which a book is thrown open and a
random passage is selected. Meaning is derived from
this passage. Enameling
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier This is skill at applying enamel to an object.
from Intuition. Higher results correspond with Whenever an object is to be enameled, an Enamel-
higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches ing skill check is made.
reality more closely. Very poor results are proven Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are from the Hand-Eye Coordination sub-ability.
not falsifiable. Higher results correspond with better quality of
Enameling. If necessary, the Aedile will determine
the TH.
Divination, Urimancy
The act of divining by the observation of
urine, either by its taste, color, flow patterns, or the Engraving
patterns formed when it hits the ground or in a swirl- This is skill at carving decorations or letters
ing bowl. into an object, usually wooden. Whenever an ob-
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier ject is to be engraved, an Engraving skill check is
from Intuition. Higher results correspond with made.
higher accuracy or an interpretation that matches Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
reality more closely. Very poor results are proven from the Hand-Eye Coordination sub-ability.
wrong almost instantly, while very good results are Higher results correspond with better quality of
not falsifiable. Engraving. If necessary, the Aedile will determine
the TH.

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 Etiquette Fletching
This is skill at observing and practicing the Crafting arrows is a skill that must be checked
norms of social and official life or custom. When- for every dozen arrows crafted.
ever Etiquette becomes relevant, an Etiquette skill Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
check is made. from Spatial Intelligence. Higher results correspond
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of with arrows of better quality. Consult the table be-
the modifiers from Intuition, Common Sense, and low:
Reflection. Higher results correspond with better
observance and practice of norms. If unfamiliar TH Re s ult
with a similar culture (such as a human in a human The se a rrows i nc ur a pe na l ty of - 1 d2 0 to
<9
culture), then a penalty of - 5 is incurred. If unfa- Ai m whe n use d; the y shoul d be di sc a rde d.
The se a rrows i nc ur a pe na l ty of - 1 d1 0 to
miliar with a distinctly different culture (such as a 9 -1 2
Ai m whe n use d; the y shoul d be di sc a rde d.
human in a bugbear culture), then a penalty of - 20 The se a rrows i nc ur a pe na l ty of - 1 d6 to
13
is incurred. The Aedile will determine the TH of Ai m whe n use d; the y shoul d be di sc a rde d.
the norm in question. 1 4 -2 9 Nor ma l a rrows, nothi ng note worthy.
The se a rrows i nc ur a bonus of + 1 d6 to
>2 9
Ai m whe n use d due to fi ne c ra ftsma nshi p.

Fellatio
See the Sexual Adeptness skill.
Foresting

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This is skill at cutting down and removing
Fishing trees from a forest. Whenever a tree is to be cut
The act of Fishing is considered here to con- down, a Foresting skill check is made.
sume a 6-hour period. Whenever a character fishes, Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
a Fishing skill check is made. from the Common Sense sub-ability. Higher re-
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier sults correspond with better quality of Foresting.
Common Sense. The table below assumes that Fish- If necessary, the Aedile will determine the TH.
ing occurs in average conditions and climate. Pen-
alties may incur, such as when in polluted water or
during an inopportune time of year. Consult the
table below:

TH Re s ult
<1 0 Nothi ng
1 0 -1 1 Ha l f a me a l for 1 huma n
1 2 -1 3 1 me a l s for 1 huma n
1 4 -1 5 2 me a l s for 1 huma n
16 3 me a l s for 1 huma n
17 4 me a l s for 1 huma n
1 8 -1 9 5 me a l s for 1 huma n
2 0 -2 1 6 me a l s for 1 huma n
2 2 -2 3 7 me a l s for 1 huma n
2 4 -2 5 1 0 me a l s for 1 huma n
2 6 -2 9 2 0 me a l s for 1 huma n
>2 9 4 0 me a l s for 1 huma n

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 Forgery Gambling
The act of falsely and with fraudulent in- The act of playing a game and consciously
tent making or altering a writing or copying a signa- risking money or other stakes on its outcome, gam-
ture, this skill is usually illegal to practice. In order bling is a skill of risk. Whenever a bet is placed, a
to make a Forgery, a character must be literate, and Gambling skill check is made.
therefore practiced with the use of the quill. When- Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
ever this skill is practiced, a Forgery skill check must the modifiers for the sub-abilities of Math and Com-
be made. mon Sense. Higher results correspond with better
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of odds of winning. If the gambler is playing House
the modifiers from the sub-abilities of Hand-Eye of Fortune (see below), then the following adjust-
Coordination and Language. If the forgery is in a ments are made, otherwise the following adjustment
language foreign and unfamiliar to the forger, then applies to the odds of other games:
a - 1d10 penalty is incurred. Higher results corre-
spond with better forgeries. The Aedile will declare TH A djus tm e nt to O dds Hous e of For tune
the TH necessary for the specific Forgery. If a 2 or 1 2 i s rol l e d,
<1 4 - 10%
the n the re sul t i s 7 .
If a 2 i s rol l e d, the n the
1 4 -1 6 - 5%
re sul t i s 7 .
1 7 -2 0 - -
If a 7 i s rol l e d, the n the
2 1 -2 9 + 5%
re sul t i s 2 .
If a 6 or 7 i s rol l e d,
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>2 9 + 10%
the n the re sul t i s 1 2 .

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 House of Fortune: This is a popular gam- Gemcutting
bling game that requires 2 dice, a board, and at least Finishing stones is a tricky process that can
2 players. The board is divided into compartmen- enhance or detract from the value of the stone.
talized squares and is usually expensive and elabo- Gems are shaped by being ground on abrasive wheels
rately carved with painted works of art. The simple or disks. The first step is to saw it roughly to shape.
device is demonstrated below: Next, the stone to be shaped is affixed to the end
of a wooden stick called a dop and is held against
the revolving wheel or disk. When it has been
ground to the desired shape, it is brought to a high
12
polish on wooden or cloth wheels with fine abra-
The Ki ng
sives. Different cuts or shapes are more suitable to
different gems. Whenever an uncut gem undergoes
11
7
3
a finishing process, a Gemcutting skill check must
The We ddi ng be made.
LC: Initially, the LC is 14, though it improves
by 2 with every successful finish.
10 Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the Spatial Intelligence sub-ability. If the
gemcutter is a subterranean troll, add 20 to the roll.
6 9 5 Consult the table below to determine the effect
Gemcutting has upon the value of the uncut gem:

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8
TH Re s ult
<1 6 Ge m r ui ne d a nd worthl e ss
16 Suc c e ssful fi ni sh, 1 0 % v a l ue
17 Suc c e ssful fi ni sh, 2 5 % v a l ue
2 1 8 -1 9 Suc c e ssful fi ni sh, 5 0 % v a l ue
The Luc k y Pi g 20 Suc c e ssful fi ni sh, 7 5 % v a l ue
2 1 -2 3 Suc c e ssful fi ni sh, 9 0 % v a l ue
2 4 -2 5 Suc c e ssful fi ni sh, v a l ue x1
2 6 -2 9 Suc c e ssful fi ni sh, v a l ue x2
First, players agree on a type of coin, most >2 9 Suc c e ssful fi ni sh, v a l ue x3
usually silver pieces. Players take turns rolling dice.
Since there is no compartment for when a 4 is rolled,
the player is allowed to roll again. When a player
rolls a 3, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, or 11, they place a coin in the Genealogy
appropriate compartment if it is empty, or collect The history of the descent of a family is
any coins if it is not. Upon rolling a 7, the player often charted as a family tree by literate characters.
places a coin in The Wedding compartment because Whenever information is sought concerning a
it is proper to always bring a gift to a wedding. When character’s family, a Genealogy skill check is made.
a player rolls a 2, they are The Lucky Pig and take all Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
the coins from all the compartments, except for from the sub-ability Common Sense. If the charac-
those of The Wedding in compartment 7. If a player ter is literate, then a bonus of 10 is applied to the
rolls a 12, then they are The King and take all coins roll. The Aedile must decide an appropriate TH.
on the board, including those in The Wedding be-
cause nothing is denied to The King.

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 Girdlemaking Goldsmithing
A girdle is a belt that is worn about the waist. A goldsmith is one who forges and shapes
Whenever a girdle is crafted, a Girdlemaking skill gold with an anvil and a hammer. Gold is heated in
check must be made. a forge and then hammered into the shape desired.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier The process of forging improves the structure of
from the Common Sense sub-ability. Higher re- the metal. Forged metal is stronger and exhibits
sults correspond with girdles of higher quality. If greater resistance to fatigue and impact. The forge
necessary, the Aedile will declare the TH necessary consists of an open hearth made of firebrick. Coal
for the specific girdle. is used to fuel the forge, and bellows are inserted to
fan air as needed. Broken or obsolete gold objects
can be melted down and the substance reused.
Glassblowing Whenever such metalworking is done, a
The basic ingredient of glass is silica, com- Goldsmithing skill check must be made.
prised of sand, flint, or quartz. The necessary tool Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
for glassblowing is a hollow, iron pipe about 4 feet from the Spatial Intelligence sub-ability. Higher re-
in length with a mouthpiece at 1 end. The glass- sults correspond with better quality metalwork. The
blower collects a small amount of molten glass on Aedile will determine the TH for each application.
the end of the blowpipe and rolls it against a metal
plate to shape its exterior and slightly cool it. The
glassblower then blows into the pipe, expanding it Grooming
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into a bubble, and controlling its form with tongs. Grooming animals may involve numerous
Provided that glassblowing tools and ingredients are little tasks, such as brushing, washing, trimming, etc.
available, a Glassblowing skill check must be made Whenever a creature must be groomed, a Groom-
whenever the production of glass is attempted. ing skill check must be made.
LC: Initially, there is a LC of 14, though it Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
improves by 2 with each successfully completed from Common Sense. Higher results correspond
glassware. to higher quality Grooming. The Aedile will deter-
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier mine the TH of each circumstance.
from Spatial Intelligence. Higher results correspond
with higher quality glassware.

Glovemaking
A glove is protection for a hand that is usu-
ally made from cloth or leather. Whenever a pair of
gloves are crafted, a Glovemaking skill check must
be made.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the Spatial Intelligence sub-ability. Higher re-
sults correspond with gloves of higher quality. If
necessary, the Aedile will declare the TH necessary
for the specific pair of gloves.

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 Haggling Hairstyling
This skill is the practice of bargaining. The Barbers style hair. Hair may be arranged
act of haggling assists a negotiator with quantities into hundreds of styles. Whenever a character styles
in a bargain. The quantities involved are usually ei- the hair of another, a Hairstyling skill check must
ther monetary value, animals, or equipment. Once be made.
initiated by 1 party, both the buyer and seller are Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
involved in Haggling. When selling equipment that the Skill Modifiers from Hand-Eye Coordination and
is not new, and depending on where it is sold, the Spatial Intelligence. Consult the table below to de-
equipment usually begins selling at a base of 50% termine the effect on the Facial Charisma of the
the original cost of the item listed in Chapter 9: Equip- character.
ment. If a base price is unknown, such as when a
character haggles with a sorcerer over the price of TH Re s ult
hiring the sorcerer to cast a particular spell, then the <1 1 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma - (2 d2 0 )%
base price must be determined by the seller. 1 1 -1 2 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma - (1 d2 0 )%
13 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma - (1 d1 0 )%
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of 1 4 -1 5 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma - (1 d6 )%
the Skill Modifiers from Rhetorical Charisma and 1 6 -1 7 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma i s una ffe c te d
Intuition. Both the buyer and seller make Haggling 1 8 -1 9 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma + (1 d6 )%
skill checks. The highest Haggling skill check made 20 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma + (1 d1 0 )%
2 1 -2 3 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma + (1 d2 0 )%
between the buyer and seller may consult the table
>2 3 Fa c i a l Cha ri sma + (2 d2 0 )%
below to determine the outcome of the transac-
tion:

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TH Bu y e r Se lle r
<9 (5 d2 0 )% i nc re a se l ose (5 d2 0 )% Hatmaking
9 -1 2 - l ose (3 d2 0 )% A hat is protection for a head, and the hat is
1 3 -1 6 - l ose (1 d1 0 )% usually made from cloth or leather. Whenever a hat
1 7 -2 0 - - is crafted, a Hatmaking skill check must be made.
2 1 -2 7 (1 d2 0 )% di sc ount (1 d2 0 )% i nc re a se
2 8 -2 9 (3 d2 0 )% di sc ount (3 d2 0 )% i nc re a se
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
>2 9 (5 d2 0 )% di sc ount (5 d2 0 )% i nc re a se from the Common Sense sub-ability. Higher re-
sults correspond with hats of higher quality. If nec-
essary, the Aedile will declare the TH necessary for
the specific hat.

ARGUMENTUM. Hearing
See the Sound skill.
AD.CRUMENAM

an appeal based on the

possibility of profit

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 Heraldry Herbalism
This broad skill refers to several things. This skill is not to be confused with Toxi-
Some cultures do not award coats of arms to fami- cology, the study of toxins. While toxins are usually
lies, but instead employ a generalized symbol. Her- derived from plants, Toxicology is a separate skill.
aldry entails knowledge and recognition of various Quite the opposite, Herbalism is concerned with
family or cultural symbols. Familial coats of arms medicinal herbs that heal or alleviate wounds and
are a recent fad in the world, serving to distinguish ailments. Whenever such knowledge is relevant or
friend from foe on the battlefield. Usually, the fam- herbs are applied, an Herbalism skill check is made.
ily insignia is embroidered on the surcoat worn over Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
the coat of mail, and is hence why it is called a coat from the Intelligence ability. A separate check must
of arms. Unfortunately, coats of arms seem out of be made for finding, identifying, and extracting or
control, since no authority supervises the granting preparing herbs. Finding an herb means that the
of armorial bearings, though many would welcome character is attempting to find it in nature, such as
such an authority. As a result, characters, families, searching a forest for an herb. The exact herb found
kingdoms, lordships, and towns may have coats of is determined by the Aedile. Identifying an herb
arms. Whenever heraldic information or recogni- means that if a character beholds a substance that
tion is relevant, a Heraldry skill check is made. they suspect is beneficial such as a glass of wine
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the Skill Modi- handed to them by a moral knight, then they may
fier from the sub-ability Common Sense. Higher possibly detect whether or not the wine contains an
results correspond with more knowledge and rec- herb. Finally, extracting an herb refers to properly
ognition of armorial bearings. removing it from nature, such as removing sap from
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a plant and converting it into a drink. Preparing an

TH Exam ple herb means to properly prepare the extracted herb,
Re c ogni ze the c oa t of a r ms of y our k i ng such as how much to mix with what kind of liquids,
<1 4
or r ul e r such as wine or whatever works best.
Re c ogni ze the c oa t of a r ms of a popul a r
1 4 -1 6
l oc a l
Re c ogni ze the c oa t of a r ms of a fore i gn TH Find Ide ntify Extrac t Pre pare
1 7 -2 0 <1 3 Nothi ng Nothi ng Sa mpl e Rui ne d
k i ng or r ul e r
Re c ogni ze the c oa t of a r ms of a popul a r 13 Common Nothi ng Si mpl e E a sy
2 1 -2 3
fore i gne r 1 4 -1 5 Common O bv i ous Si mpl e E a sy
Re c ogni ze the c oa t of a r ms of a n obsc ure 16 Common O bv i ous Si mpl e E a sy
2 4 -2 9
l oc a l 17 Common O bv i ous Mode ra te E a sy
Re c ogni ze the c oa t of a r ms of a n obsc ure 1 8 -1 9 Common O bv i ous Mode ra te Av e ra ge
>2 9
fore i gne r 2 0 Unc ommon O rdi na ry Di ffi c ul t Av e ra ge
2 1 -2 3 Unc ommon O rdi na ry Di ffi c ul t Av e ra ge
2 4 -2 9 Ra re O bsc ure Di ffi c ul t Ha rd
>2 9 Ve ry ra re O bsc ure Impossi bl e Ha rd

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 Hewing Hide
The digging of ditches is known as Hewing. The skill of hiding may save a character’s
Whenever a ditch is to be dug, a Hewing skill check neck. Hiding is defined here as physically prevent-
must be made. ing others from finding, and most usually deals with
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier characters, though objects may also be hidden. Any-
from the Strength sub-ability. Higher results corre- time a character desires not to be found, a Hide skill
spond to higher quality Hewing. The Aedile will check must be made.
determine the TH of each circumstance. Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
the modifiers from the sub-abilities of Agility and
Common Sense. Higher rolls correspond to better
success at hiding. Additional modifiers may affect
the results. Some factors are listed on the following
tablel. A character cannot hide if others are watch-
ing them as they attempt to hide. A checks must be
made every round to remain hidden while other
characters have the potential to find the character
attempting to Hide. Additional modifiers may be
applied to the roll as determined by the Aedile. For
example, a modifier at the discretion of the Aedile
relates to the dedication of those who seek for the
hidden character, if others seek the hidden charac-

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ter at all.
Fac tor Modifie r
Bac kground
We a k c ontra st, suc h a s a na k e d l i ght
+ 30
e l f sta ndi ng i n front of a snowdri ft
Mode ra te c ontra st, suc h a s a huma n
-
sta ndi ng i n front of a snowdri ft
Strong c ontra st, suc h a s a na k e d da rk
- 30
e l f sta ndi ng i n front of a snowdri ft
Light
Da y l i ght -
Twi l i ght, torc h, or l a nte rn l i ght + 10
Ni ght wi th ful l moon + 20
No l i ght (ne ga te Ba c k ground modi fi e rs) + 30
Move m e nt
Doe s not mov e -
Mov e s a t 0 -2 5 % Spri nt spe e d - 15
Mov e s a t 2 6 -5 0 % Spri nt spe e d - 20
Mov e s a t 5 1 -7 5 % Spri nt spe e d - 25
Mov e s a t 7 6 -1 0 0 % Spri nt spe e d - 30

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 History, Cultural History, Local
This skill deals with the history of an entire This skill entails local culture, customs, and
culture or race. Usually, this entails from where the generalized history for the local region, most often
characters came before settling the area, as well as consisting of a town and the surrounding area.
how these characters differ from and are similar to Whenever information or knowledge such as that
other known cultures. Whenever information or listed above is required, a Local History skill check
knowledge such as that listed above is required, a is made.
Cultural History skill check is made. LC: While there is no LC penalty, each edu-
LC: While there is no LC penalty, each edu- cational course taken formally bestows a + 2 bonus
cational course taken formally bestows a + 2 bonus to the Local History skill check. Usually, humans
to the Cultural History skill check. Usually, humans do not formally study Local History, though select
do not formally study Cultural History, though se- cultures may. Most often, humans are known to
lect cultures may. Most often, humans are known study this subject.
to study this subject. Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier from the Intelligence ability. Higher results corre-
from the Intelligence ability. Higher results corre- spond to better knowledge regarding Local History.
spond to better knowledge regarding Cultural His- The Aedile must decide the TH depending on the
tory. The Aedile must decide the TH depending on circumstances.
the circumstances.

History, Military
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History, Legendary This skill entails the history, development,

This skill entails the history of legends and and employment of tactics, strategies, siege engines,
myths of an area usually larger than a town but armies, battles, skirmishes, campaigning, and related
smaller than its country. Whenever information or topics. Whenever information or knowledge such
knowledge such as that listed above is required, a as that listed above is required, a Military History
Legendary History skill check is made. skill check is made.
LC: While there is no LC penalty, each edu- LC: While there is no LC penalty, each edu-
cational course taken formally bestows a + 2 bonus cational course taken formally bestows a + 2 bonus
to the Legendary History skill check. Usually, hu- to the Military History skill check. Usually, humans
mans do not formally study Legendary History, do not study Military History, though select cultures
though select cultures may. Most often, humans are may. Most often, humans are known to study this
known to study this subject. subject.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the Intelligence ability. Higher results corre- from the Intelligence ability. Higher results corre-
spond to better knowledge regarding Legendary spond to better knowledge regarding Military His-
History. The Aedile must decide the TH depending tory. The Aedile must decide the TH depending on
on the circumstances. the circumstances.

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 Hunting Hurl
The act of Hunting may be performed by a This skill applies individually to different mis-
character in detail, such as utilizing other skills in sile weapons that may be hurled. This skill is dis-
combination, like Hide, Sight, and Aim or Hurl. This tinct from the Aim skill; Hurl is concerned only with
skill, however, is intended to provide a simple result weapons that may be hurled, such as daggers, hatch-
to avoid an unnecessarily time-consuming routine. ets, knives, rocks, spears, etc. For each missile
Hunting is usually prohibited for peasants; game is weapon in which 3 SP have been invested, a weapon
usually reserved for nobility. Whenever a character may be used in combat without penalty.
desires to hunt, a Hunting skill check is made. Check: Roll to determine the body part at-
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of tacked. Now roll 3d10 and apply the average of the
the modifiers for Vision and the sub-ability of Hand- modifiers for the Hand-Eye Coordination sub-abil-
Eye Coordination. The table below assumes that ity and Vision (included only when near-sighted). A
hunting occurs in average conditions and climate. skill check with a missile weapon means that it is
Penalties may incur, such as when in a desert or dur- being hurled at a foe or target. For those who have
ing the dead of winter. Consult the table below: never before used this missile weapon in combat or
trained with it, there is a penalty of - 10 to the skill
TH Re s ult check.
<1 0 Nothi ng The base TH is the foe’s CA (Current Ar-
1 0 -1 1 Ha l f a me a l for 1 huma n mor). Now, consider that each weapon has modifi-
1 2 -1 3 1 me a l s for 1 huma n ers to hit certain types of armors; these modifiers
1 4 -1 5 2 me a l s for 1 huma n
affect the skill check. Further, every 2 SP invested

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16 3 me a l s for 1 huma n
17 4 me a l s for 1 huma n or accumulated with a Specific Weapon beyond the
1 8 -1 9 5 me a l s for 1 huma n first 5 will improve the skill check by 1. This skill
2 0 -2 1 6 me a l s for 1 huma n does not increase damage.
2 2 -2 3 7 me a l s for 1 huma n
2 4 -2 5 1 0 me a l s for 1 huma n
2 6 -2 9 2 0 me a l s for 1 huma n
>2 9 4 0 me a l s for 1 huma n Impaling
This skill has no skill check, but instead the
points invested in it contribute to the severity of
the damage for stabbing weapons on the Graphic
Gore tables in Chapter 10: Combat.

Inkmaking
Whenever ink is to be produced, an
Inkmaking skill check must be made.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the Common Sense sub-ability. Higher re-
sults correspond to higher quality ink. The Aedile
will determine the TH of each circumstance.

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 Intimidation Juggling
This skill entails most attempts to bully, The skill of juggling is the art of keeping
browbeat, frighten, or coerce others into submis- multiple objects in the air at the same time through
sion or obedience, inspiring a sense of inferiority. precise throwing and catching. Anytime this is at-
Often, Intimidation is an attempt through threats tempted, a Juggling skill check must be made.
and/or violence to compel others to action or inac- LC: Initially with each type of object there
tion. In any case, it is a reduction to a state where is a - 13 LC, though it improves by 2 per month if
the spirit is broken or all courage lost. Some men practiced daily.
attempt rape after intimidating women to allow the Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
man to have his way with her; oftentimes, if this from the Hand-Eye Coordination sub-ability.
fails, then the man changes tactics and attempts a Higher results correspond to better and longer per-
Wrestling skill check, hoping to overbear her. Aside formances. The table below assumes that the ob-
from Wrestling, if any of the above is attempted, an jects to be juggled are simple, such as apples. More
Intimidation skill check must be made. difficult objects, such as knives, incur penalties. For
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of example, juggling throwing knives or 2 hand axes
the modifiers from the Physique sub-ability and the often incurs a - 10 penalty. From the table below,
Charisma ability. The character to be intimidated the Aedile should determine the number of objects
must also make an Intimidation skill check. If they and duration, and not inform the player. If danger-
are restrained physically, then they suffer - 15 to their ous items are juggled and failure occurs or the ob-
roll. If they are outnumbered at least 3-to-1, then jects are juggled longer than allowed by the table,
they suffer - 10 to their roll. Compare the height of then a 2nd juggling skill check must be made to de-
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the 2 characters. For each inch of difference, the termine whether or not the juggler is harmed. For
character attempting Intimidation adjusts their skill a 2nd check, a juggler must pass a skill check at TH
check by 1, in whichever direction is appropriate. 17 or be injured by a random number of the ob-
Finally, the Strength scores of the 2 characters are jects juggled. Consult the table below:
compared. For each 5 points of difference in sub-
ability, the character attempting Intimidation adjusts TH Re s ult
their skill check by 1, in whichever direction is ap- Fa i l ure , the obj e c ts fa l l be fore e v e r be i ng
<1 7
tr ul y j ug gl e d
propriate. If the intimidator has the higher roll, 1 7 -2 0 Ma y j ug gl e 2 -3 obj e c ts for 1 d1 0 rounds
then Intimidation is successful. Intimidating masses 2 1 -2 3 Ma y j ug gl e 2 -4 obj e c ts for 1 d2 0 rounds
of characters instead of individuals is a different mat- 2 4 -2 9 Ma y j ug gl e 2 -4 obj e c ts for 1 d4 mi nute s
ter, best determined by the Aedile. Ma y j ug gl e (1 d4 + 1 ) obj e c ts for 2 d6
>2 9
mi nute s

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 Jump may jump are expressed as a percent of the
Skill at jumping depends heavily on Physical character’s height. Height is considered just as the
Fitness and practice. 2 forms of jumping may be Olympic High Jump event -- it is the height than an
performed: from a standstill, and from a sprint. object may be jumped over without touching it.
Whenever a character jumps, they must make a Jump Finally, encumbrance affects jumping as well. For
skill check. example, if a character is 50% encumbered, then
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier they may jump only 50% as far and high. Consult
from the Physical Fitness sub-ability. On the table the table below to determine the distance and height
below, both the distance and height that a character jumped:

TH Standing D is tanc e Standing He ight Sprinting D is tanc e Sprinting He ight

<1 1 50% 33% 100% 70%
1 1 -1 2 60% 45% 125% 80%
13 70% 50% 150% 85%
1 4 -1 5 80% 55% 170% 90%
16 90% 60% 185% 95%
17 100% 67% 200% 100%
1 8 -1 9 110% 70% 225% 110%
20 120% 72% 250% 115%
2 1 -2 3 130% 75% 270% 120%
2 4 -2 9 140% 77% 285% 125%
>2 9 150% 80% 300% 130%

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 Language, Read/Write Locksmithing
If a character receives formal education in a There is no great variety of locks; most are
language, then they may learn to read and write in very similar. However, artisans may design locks of
the language provided they are not limited by their exquisite detail. Provided the equipment is avail-
Intelligence ability. The vast majority of the world able, each time a lock is made a Locksmithing skill
is illiterate. Unless a character has been literate since check must be made.
youth, such as with a noble or royal character, they Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
will have to make a check when reading or writing. from the sub-ability Spatial Intelligence. The TH is
LC: Initially, the LC is 24 after a year with 30 for a working lock to be produced.
the language, though it improves by 6 for each year
of study.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier Lock-Picking
from the sub-ability Language. Higher results cor- Only with proper tools may a character at-
respond to better grammar and syntactical accuracy. tempt to pick a lock, and then they must hope that
they do not have to overcome rust. Locks are me-
chanical devices opened by keys that are used to
Language, Speak fasten doors, chests, and lids. Keys, however, are
If a character has frequent contact with an- not small, but large and cumbersome. Just the same,
other race or sentient species, or through formal whenever a character and their lock-picks attempt
education, they may learn to speak another tongue. to open a lock, a Lock-Picking skill check is made.
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The number of tongues that may be learned is lim- Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
ited by the ability of Intelligence. No check needs from Hand-Eye Coordination. Consult the table
to be made in a character’s native language. How- below:
ever, to be understandable to others and to under-
stand their speech, a check must be made. TH Re s ult
LC: Initially, the LC is 21 after a year with < 9 A l oc k pi c k i ng t ool j ust brok e
9 -1 9 The c ha ra c te r c a nnot pi c k the l oc k
the language, though it improves by 5 for each year 2 0 -2 1 The l oc k i s pi c k e d a fte r 3 d6 mi nute s
of study or immersion in that culture. 2 2 -2 3 The l oc k i s pi c k e d a fte r 2 d6 mi nute s
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier 2 4 -2 5 The l oc k i s pi c k e d a fte r 1 d6 mi nute s
from the sub-ability Language. Higher results cor- 2 6 -2 9 The l oc k i s pi c k e d a fte r 1 d2 0 se c onds
respond to better fluency. > 2 9 The l oc k i s pi c k e d i n 1 d4 se c onds

Law
Most societies utilize laws or universal rules
for citizens. The laws are reinforced by the govern-
ment or those who are in power. Since laws vary
from society to society, whenever a character makes
a decision based on their knowledge of the law, a
check must be made.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the Intelligence ability. Higher results corre-
spond to more knowledge about the law.

Listening
See the Sound skill.

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 Logic Math, Algebra
This is a science that deals with canons and In algebra, arithmetic relations are general-
criteria of validity in thought and principles of rea- ized and explored by using letter symbols to repre-
soning. Logic is divided into deductive and induc- sent numbers. This is used to solve linear, quadratic,
tive. Things demonstrated deductively must be true, and indeterminate equations, as well as polynomials
provided the logic is not flawed. Things demon- and binomials. Some call this the science of resto-
strated inductively are probably true. For example, ration and balancing. Any time an algebraic expres-
if all chambermaids exercise fellatio, and fellatio al- sion needs to be solved, its difficulty will be assessed
ways feels good, then it follows deductively that the and the Aedile will declare its TH.
fellatio administered by a chambermaid will always Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
feel good. Of course, each of the 2 premises are for the sub-ability Math. Higher results correspond
logically flawed, since there may very well be cham- to better algebraic performance.
bermaids who refuse fellatio, and it is possible for
fellatio not to feel good, such as by including fierce
biting. Inductive or probabilistic logic may be char- Math, Fundamental
acterized by the following basic example. If cham- The study of relationships among quanti-
bermaids typically give fellatio, and fellatio typically ties, magnitudes, and properties are deduced in Fun-
feels good, then I probably want to meet a cham- damental Mathematics with addition, subtraction,
bermaid. Any time the validity of logic needs to be multiplication, division, and fractions.
assessed, a Logic skill check must be made. Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier

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for the sub-ability Math. Higher results correspond
from the sub-ability of Analytic Intelligence. Higher to better performance.
results correspond to more clarity in logical think-
ing.
Math, Geometry
This is a branch of mathematics that deals
Mangling with the properties of space. It is often used to
This skill has no skill check, but instead the determine areas, diameters, and volumes. For ex-
points invested in it contribute to the severity of ample, axioms like ‘the shortest distance between 2
the damage for pounding weapons on the Graphic points is a straight line’ supports theories about
Gore tables in Chapter 10: Combat. points, lines, angles, curves, and planes.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
for the sub-ability Math. Higher results correspond
Massage to better geometric performance.
To caress or rub another is to Massage them.
A Massage may be performed for the purpose of
soothing or relaxing muscles, but it may also be per- Math, Trigonometry
formed with erotic intentions. This is a branch of mathematics that is used
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of to solve problems related to astronomy, surveying,
the modifiers from Kinetic Charisma and Hand-Eye and construction. Trigonometry deals with the sides
Coordination. Higher results correspond to a bet- and angles of triangles, among closely related mag-
ter Massage. nitudes, and especially with methods of deducing
required parts from given parts.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
Masturbating for the sub-ability Math. Higher results correspond
See the Sexual Adeptness skill to better trigonometric performance.

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 Milking Mining
Milking is the skill in removing milk from a Distinct from Hewing, the goal of Mining
mammal. Cows are the most common mammal is to extract from the earth commodities such as
from which milk is extracted, but a variety of mam- iron, silver, gold, lead, as well as ornamental and valu-
mals produce milk. able stones. This skill represents knowledge about
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of mine shafts, ventilation, and using a pick to uncover
the modifiers for the sub-abilities of Hand-Eye commodities without damaging them.
Coordination and Common Sense. Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
for the sub-ability Common Sense. Higher results
TH Re s ult
Ma mma l be c ome s upse t a nd k i c k s or bi te s correspond in better Mining or knowledge thereof.
<1 6
be c a use i ts ni ppl e s we re pi nc he d
>1 5 Suc c e ssful mi l k i ng

Milling
The skill of grinding grain is Milling. When-
ever grain must be ground, a Milling skill check must
be made.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
for the sub-ability Common Sense. Higher results
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 Minting Mountaineering
The skill of making currency is Minting. Usually, mountaineering requires the use of
Currency may consist of both coins and bullion. A tools such as rope, pitons, and other specialized
minter must first be skilled with whatever metal is equipment. Whenever a character must climb using
necessary. For example, to mint silver coins or bul- these tools, a Mountaineering skill check must be
lion, the minter must first be a skilled silversmith. made.
Whenever currency must be crafted, a Minting skill Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
check must be made. the modifiers for the sub-abilities of Physical Fit-
All coins are made by striking, which is an ness, Strength, and Agility. Higher results corre-
improvement over the ancient method of casting. spond with better performance.
First, an iron anvil is obtained. An impression is
made for the coin. The bottom of the impression
has the imprint of 1 side of the coin. Next, a die is Mounted Archery
obtained, which is a cylinderical piece of iron, on Although this is a skill and it may be im-
which 1 end is an imprint of the other side of the proved if practiced (and points are allotted to it),
coin. there is no skill check. Instead, a penalty of 20 is
The appropriate metal for the coin, usually applied to ground-based mounted archery, and 30
silver, is heated and poured into the mold, which is for aerial archery, such as from the back of a dragon.
the impression on the anvil. When still warm, the After the attack, see the Riding skill to determine
coin is struck with the cylinder, which impresses the whether or not the character remained mounted.
other side of the coin. When cool, the coin is re-

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moved and placed in circulation.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
for the sub-ability Common Sense. Higher results
correspond in better Minting or knowledge thereof.
To check the quality of minted silver, it must be
bitten, along with another sample of acceptably pure
silver. Better quality samples are softer.

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 Music, Counterpoint Music, Theory
Not to be confused with music theory, coun- In music theory, when 2 notes are played at
terpoint is the study of 2 notes, not so much when the same time, a harmony is produced. Harmony is
they are played at the same time (the study of har- the study of the various possible intervals and their
mony), but in succession. Hence, counterpoint is progressions. On a larger scale, 3 or more different
concerned with melody more than harmony. Coun- intervals played at the same time constitute a chord.
terpoint is highly respected among educated musi- As a study, music theory is also concerned with the
cians and can be very mathematical. In fact, the relationship between any given interval or chord and
complexity and exactitude of counterpoint has led its scale or the tonality of the piece of music. Each
many to claim with strength that music is not an art, time music is written or improvised with an instru-
but a science. Typically, music theory is learned prior ment capable of multiple simultaneous notes or
to contrapuntal studies. Each time music is written when accompanying other musicians, a skill check
or improvised, a check is required to see how well is required to see how well harmonically it was writ-
contrapuntally it was written or performed. All ten or performed.
music involves counterpoint to some extent, whether An octave is divided into 12 equal pitches.
or not the composer or performer is aware of it. The dominance of some pitches over others con-
The only races to utilize counterpoint are stitutes a scale. Usually, scales are presented as for-
bugbears, dwarves, and humans. Elves are too ca- mulae, as a series of whole (W) or half (H) tones.
pricious to calculate what they consider to be an Otherwise, an interval of a minor 3rd (M) occurs.
artform, and kobolds have failed to show interest to The interval of a half-tone means adjacent pitches,
date. while a whole tone skips 1 and a minor 3rd skips 2.
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Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of Each race claims a scale as its own, except
the modifiers for the sub-abilities of Math and Ana- for anakim, ogres, and borbytingarna and hill trolls.
lytic Intelligence. Higher results correspond with Anakim have no racial scale, but use the scale corre-
better contrapuntal writing or playing. sponding to the society in which they live. Ogres
and the trolls mentioned above do not recognize
scales. If they play music at all, notes and rhythms
are chosen without a method.
The following table lists the name and for-
mula of each race’s scale1. The scale names are trans-
lated into Sapien.

Rac e Sc ale N am e For m ula

Bugbe a r Bug gi a n HMHWHMH
Dwa rf, Bl a c k Bl a c k i a n WWWWWW
Dwa rf, Whi te Whi ti a n WWHWWHW
E l f, Da rk Da rk i a n WWWHWWH
E l f, Li ght Li ghti a n WWHWWWH
Huma n Huma ni a n WHWWHWW
Kobol d Kobol di a n WHWWHWM
Trol l , Subte rra ne a n Trol l i a n HMHWHWW

1. The formulae listed in the table correspond to actual scales. The bugbear scale is double harmonic minor, black dwarven
is whole-tone, white dwarven is mixolydian, dark elven is lydian, light elven is major or ionian, human is minor or aeolian,
kobold is harmonic minor, and subterranean troll is phrygian dominant.

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 Overall, each race tends to produce certain Musical Instrument
types of music. Bugbear music is fast, orderly, ag- In order to judge the performance of the
gressive, and calculated. Some of the fastest lute- musician with their instrument, a Musical Instru-
pickers are bugbears. ment skill check is made.
Black dwarven music is moderate in tempo, LC: For every month that the instrument is
aggressive, calculated, and prides itself on its nu- practiced regularly, and the practicing consists of
merous simultaneous melodies. structured efforts, the LC decreases by 2.
White dwarven music is generally happy and Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
uplifting, yet powerful. Their music is calculated. the modifiers for the Hand-Eye Coordination and
Dark elven music is capricious and seduc- Spatial Intelligence sub-abilities. The higher the
tive. Females are famous for playing phallic-shaped number, the better the performance. What may be
flutes. easy to perform on one instrument may be difficult
Light elven music is best described as happy. or impossible on another. For this reason, the Aedile
All light elven music is suitable for dancing, and is the arbiter of each performance.
highly repetitious. Many players, however, seek to be consid-
Human music has an expressive range, but ered virtuosos. Virtuosity, however, is more than a
is best described as sad or emotional. Humans play skill check, it is the result of a multiplicative func-
all types of music, but prefer their racial scale. tion. Following are numeric factors to determine
Kobold music is capricious, repetitive, and virtuosity. The factors must be multiplied together.
concerned with power. No other race relies on In order to be a virtuoso, a character must have a
power chords (root, 5th, and omitted 3rd) as much as VS (Virtuosity Score) of 25,000,000.

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kobolds.
Subterranean trolls dislike noise, so they VS = (numerical and decimal equivalent of
rarely play music. When they do, it is exceedingly total years of playing the instrument) x (Hand-Eye
slow and concerned with complicated harmonies, Coordination) x (Spatial Intelligence) x (Analytic
not counterpoint. Intelligence)
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
for the sub-ability of Math. Higher results corre- For instance, someone who has played for
spond with music exuding good music theory. 10 years, has a Hand-Eye Coordination of 145, Spa-
tial Intelligence of 130, and with an Analytic Intelli-
gence of 150 has a VS of 23,562,500 (10 x 145 x 130
x 125), and while they are close and obviously tal-
ented, they are not a virtuoso with that instrument.

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 Nature, Animals Nature, Birds
Concerning the knowledge of natural ani- Concerning the knowledge of natural birds,
mals, this skill may be checked to determine the ex- this skill may be checked to determine the extent at
tent at the moment. the moment. This includes giant birds, but not
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier magical birds.
from the Intelligence ability. Consult the table be- Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
low: from the Intelligence ability. Consult the table be-
low:
TH Re s ult
<9 Unfa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s TH Re s ult
9 -1 6 Fa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s on si ght <9 Unfa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s
1 7 -2 0 Fa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s by i ts sounds 9 -1 6 Fa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s on si ght
Fa mi l i a r wi th the ha bi ts a nd routi ne s of 1 7 -2 0 Fa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s by i ts sounds
2 1 -2 2
the spe c i e s Fa mi l i a r wi th the ha bi ts a nd routi ne s of
Fa mi l i a r wi th fi ne a nd obsc ure de ta i l s 2 1 -2 2
>2 3 the spe c i e s
a bout the spe c i e s Fa mi l i a r wi th fi ne a nd obsc ure de ta i l s
>2 3
a bout the spe c i e s

Nature, Beasts
Concerning the knowledge of beasts, such Nature, Fish
as giant animals, ogres, etc., this skill may be checked Concerning the knowledge of natural fish,
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to determine the extent at the moment. Natural this skill may be checked to determine the extent at
beasts do not include magical beasts, the undead, the moment.
etc. Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier from the Intelligence ability. Consult the table be-
from the Intelligence ability. Consult the table be- low:
low:
TH Re s ult
TH Re s ult <9 Unfa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s
<9 Unfa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s 9 -1 6 Fa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s on si ght
9 -1 6 Fa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s on si ght 1 7 -2 0 Fa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s by i ts sounds
1 7 -2 0 Fa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s by i ts sounds Fa mi l i a r wi th the ha bi ts a nd routi ne s of
2 1 -2 2
Fa mi l i a r wi th the ha bi ts a nd routi ne s of the spe c i e s
2 1 -2 2 Fa mi l i a r wi th fi ne a nd obsc ure de ta i l s
the spe c i e s >2 3
Fa mi l i a r wi th fi ne a nd obsc ure de ta i l s a bout the spe c i e s
>2 3
a bout the spe c i e s

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 Nature, Geography Nature, Minerals
Concerning the knowledge of geography, Concerning the knowledge of minerals, this
this skill may be checked to determine the extent at skill may be checked to determine the extent at the
the moment. moment.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the Intelligence ability. Consult the table be- from the Intelligence ability. Consult the table be-
low: low:

TH Re s ult TH Re s ult
Unfa mi l i a r wi th the ge ogra phi c a l fe a ture <9 Unfa mi l i a r wi th the mi ne ra l on si ght
<9 9 -1 6 Fa mi l i a r wi th the mi ne ra l on si ght
(mounta i ns, fore sts, e tc . ) on si ght
Fa mi l i a r wi th the ge ogra phi c a l fe a ture Fa mi l i a r wi th the mi ne ra l by i ts c ol or,
9 -1 3 1 7 -2 0
(mounta i ns, fore sts, e tc . ) on si ght te xture , or ta ste
Fa mi l i a r wi th the ge ogra phi c a l fe a ture from Fa mi l i a r wi th the c ommon l oc a ti ons of the
1 4 -2 0 2 1 -2 2
pri or studi e s or ta l e s mi ne ra l
Fa mi l i a r wi th the ge ogra phi c fe a ture from Fa mi l i a r wi th fi ne a nd obsc ure de ta i l s
2 1 -2 2 >2 3
e xpe ri e nc e a bout the mi ne ra l
Fa mi l i a r wi th fi ne a nd obsc ure de ta i l s
>2 3
a bout the ge ogra phi c fe a ture

Nature, Mycology
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Nature, Humanoids may be checked to determine the extent at the mo-
Concerning the knowledge of natural hu- ment.
manoids, this skill may be checked to determine the Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
extent at the moment. from the Intelligence ability. Consult the table be-
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier low:
from the Intelligence ability. Consult the table be-
low: TH Re s ult
<9 Unfa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s
TH Re s ult 9 -1 6 Fa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s on si ght
<9 Unfa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s Fa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s by i ts sme l l or
1 7 -2 0
9 -1 6 Fa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s on si ght t a st e
1 7 -2 0 Fa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s by i ts sounds 2 1 -2 2 Fa mi l i a r wi th the ha bi ta t of the spe c i e s
Fa mi l i a r wi th the ha bi ts a nd routi ne s of Fa mi l i a r wi th fi ne a nd obsc ure de ta i l s
2 1 -2 2 >2 3
the spe c i e s a bout the spe c i e s
Fa mi l i a r wi th fi ne a nd obsc ure de ta i l s
>2 3
a bout the spe c i e s

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 Nature, Plants Painting
Concerning the knowledge of natural plants, The skill of Painting entails using pigments
this skill may be checked to determine the extent at that are carried in an egg or gum. Various minerals
the moment. are ground into powders and mixed with animal fat,
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier egg whites, plant juices, fish glue, or blood. Most
from the Intelligence ability. Consult the table be- paintings are done on buildings, and the first step is
low: to fill all cracks or crevices. Finally, paints are ap-
plied to the surface with a brush.
TH Re s ult LC: Initially, the LC is 13, though it improves
<9 Unfa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s by 1 with each completed painting.
9 -1 6 Fa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s on si ght
Fa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s by i ts sme l l or Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
1 7 -2 0 the modifiers from the sub-abilities of Hand-Eye
t a st e
2 1 -2 2 Fa mi l i a r wi th the ha bi ta t of the spe c i e s Coordination and Spatial Intelligence. Higher re-
Fa mi l i a r wi th fi ne a nd obsc ure de ta i l s sults correlate to higher quality paintings.
>2 3
a bout the spe c i e s

TH Re s ult
<1 4 Sti c k fi gure s; worthl e ss
Nature, Trees E mba rra si ng a rtwork ; worth 2 5 % of the
1 4 -1 5
Concerning the knowledge of natural trees, pri c e of ma te ri a l s
this skill may be checked to determine the extent at Di sproporti ona te a rtwork ; worth 5 0 % of
16
the pri c e of ma te ri a l s
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the moment. Ac c e pta bl e a rtwork ; worth 7 5 % of the

Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier 17
pri c e of ma te ri a l s
from the Intelligence ability. Consult the table be- De c e nt a rtwork ; worth 1 0 0 % of the pri c e
1 8 -1 9
low: of ma te ri a l s
Good a rtwork ; worth 1 d1 0 ti me s the pri c e
20
TH Re s ult of ma te ri a l s
<9 Unfa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s E xc e pti ona l a rtwork ; worth 2 d1 0 ti me s the
2 1 -2 3
9 -1 6 Fa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s on si ght pri c e of ma te ri a l s
Fa mi l i a r wi th the spe c i e s by i ts sme l l or Admi ra bl e a rtwork ; worth 3 d2 0 ti me s the
1 7 -2 0 2 4 -2 9
t a st e pri c e of ma te ri a l s
2 0 -2 1 Fa mi l i a r wi th the ha bi ta t of the spe c i e s Astoni shi ng a rtwork ; worth 1 d1 0 0 ti me s
3 0 -3 4
Fa mi l i a r wi th fi ne a nd obsc ure de ta i l s the pri c e of ma te ri a l s
>2 3 A ma ste rpi e c e ; worth 1 d1 0 0 0 ti me s the
a bout the spe c i e s >3 4
pri c e of ma te ri a l s

Orgasm
See the Sexual Adeptness skill.

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 Papermaking Parry
To make paper, raw materials are gathered The purpose of this combat skill is to de-
(straw, leaves, bark, rags, or other fibrous material) flect an attack of a foe without intending to harm
and placed in a vat or trough and pounded with a the foe. In terms of game time, Parry takes as long
heavy hammer to separate the fibers. The material as the foe takes to attack. Although time varies, this
is washed with water to remove impurities. Next, usually results in the loss of 1 attack for the charac-
the material is placed within a mold in a wooden ter who parries.
frame, coated with a thin layer of water, and shaken LC: To Parry without a penalty due to LC, a
from side to side. The material is removed, placed character must be skilled in the Specific Weapon or
between 2 pieces of felt, and pressed flat. After it is General Weapon used to Parry.
sufficiently pressed, the sheet of paper is hung to Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
dry over ropes in a drying room. Next, the paper is the modifiers from the sub-abilities of Hand-Eye
dipped in a solution of animal glue, so that ink will Coordination and Agility. The adjusted roll must be
not become absorbed and fuzzy. After the glue dries, higher than the adjusted roll of the foe in order to
the paper is again pressed. This process, though successfully Parry the attack. If the attack is parried
used by the trolls for roughly 1,000 years now, is successfully, then the attack does no damage. If the
quite new among humans and has replaced papyrus adjusted roll is not higher than the adjusted roll of
and parchment, only having been used for a little the attacker, then damage is taken normally.
more than 100 years now.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the Spatial Intelligence sub-ability. Higher re- Perfumemaking

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sults correlate to higher quality pages. Perfume is a substance that smells attractive.
Whenever perfume is prepared, a Perfumemaking
TH Re s ult
Not dry i ng prope rl y, the pa pe r i s fl i msy, skill check must be made.
<9 Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
bre a k s e a si l y, a nd c a nnot be wri tte n upon
9 -1 3
Gl ue wa s not a ppl i e d prope rl y, so wri ti ng from the Common Sense sub-ability. Higher re-
wi l l be bl otc hy a nd sme a r sults correspond with perfumes that smell more
>1 3 Qua l i ty pa pe r
appealing.

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 Persuasion Philosophy
This is an act or the action of influencing This is the study or intellectual pursuit of
the opinions, attitudes, or beliefs of others by the Wisdom and the underlying causes and principles
attractiveness of arguments offered. However, in- of reality, as well as a quest for truth through logical
stead of appealing to a character strictly through reasoning. Most philosophical topics are concerned
rationality and reason such as with the skill of Logic, with epistemology (how we come to know things),
this skill appeals primarily to the emotions of oth- metaphysics (studying things beyond the physical,
ers. Persuasion is distinct from Trickery, in that its like gods, souls, morality, and ethics), organized reli-
primary component is not falsehood, but emotional gion, necessity vs. chance (determinism vs. free will),
appeal. Persuasion and Trickery are often used to- and experimental applications and implications of
gether. Finally, Persuasion is accomplished subtly, ether.
not with force. When Persuasion occurs, the Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
character’s inner opinions change. Forceful change from the Intelligence ability. Higher results corre-
in characters is best accomplished with the Intimi- spond with better knowledge about the philosophi-
dation skill, though this form of change is still of- cal topic at hand.
ten external, not internal. Proficient arguers often
oscillate back and forth between using the skills of
Persuasion and Logic, between appeals to emotion Pick Pocket
and reason, depending on what suits them better at Usually, pockets are picked by bumping into
the moment. a character, which may or may not be coordinated
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
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with an added distraction. The act of bumping is,

from the Charisma ability. The higher the result, itself, a distractive cover for the thieving hand.
the more persuasive the argument. Consult the Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
Aedile to determine whether Persuasion occurs. from the sub-ability of Hand-Eye Coordination.
The character whose pockets are being picked is al-
lowed to make a Touch skill check. The higher of
Pewtersmithing the 2 checks succeeds. For instance, if the roll for
A pewtersmith is one who forges and shapes Pick Pocket is higher than their roll for Touch, then
pewter with an anvil and a hammer. Pewter is heated the pocket is picked successfully. If the Touch roll
in a forge and then hammered into the shape de- is higher, however, then thievery has been detected.
sired. The process of forging improves the struc- Modifiers to the Pick Pocket skill check include:
ture of the metal. Forged metal is stronger and ex-
Modifie r Circ um s tanc e
hibits greater resistance to fatigue and impact. The +1 Ac c ompa ny i ng v e rba l di stra c ti on
forge consists of an open hearth made of firebrick. +2 Ac c ompl i c e offe rs di stra c ti on
Coal is used to fuel the forge, and bellows are in- +3 Bump i nto the ta rge t c ha ra c te r
serted to fan air as needed. Lead and tin are com-
bined to produce pewter. Broken or obsolete pew-
ter objects can be melted down and the substance
reused. Whenever such metalworking is done, a
Pewtersmithing skill check must be made.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
the modifiers from the sub-abilities Strength and
Spatial Intelligence. Higher results correspond with
better quality metalwork. The Aedile will determine
the TH for each application.

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 Pottery Religion, Cultural
This skill is the act of hardening clay. Earth- This skill applies only to the religion of 1
enware clay is often heated to roughly 1700o-2200o specific culture. Anytime knowledge is relevant, a
Fahrenheit. The potter’s wheel is a flat disk that Cultural Religion skill check must be made.
revolves horizontally on a pivot. Both hands -- 1 Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
on the inside and 1 on the outside of the clay -- are from the Intelligence ability. High results correspond
free to shape the pot from the ball of clay that is with high familiarity or knowledge regarding the
centered on the rotating wheel head. A stick fits culture’s religion.
into a notch in the wheel and is turned by an assis-
tant. Wood is used to fuel the kiln to the desired
temperature once the pot is shaped and dried by Religion, Specific
the air. A pot can be decorated before or after fir- This skill applies only to the Specific Reli-
ing. Glazes may or may not be applied. Clay pots gion of 1 god. Anytime knowledge is relevant, a
serve many functions, including 2-handled storage Specific Religion skill check must be made.
vessels for wine, corn, oil, or honey. Also, some are Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
made as oil flasks, funeral offerings, or works of art. from the Intelligence ability. High results correspond
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier with high familiarity or knowledge regarding the
from the sub-ability of Common Sense. Higher culture’s religion.
results correspond to higher quality pottery.

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Remember Detail
Pursemaking The ability to remember fine, specific, and
A purse is a mobile container, usually filled distant memories is a valuable skill. When points
with coins. Whenever a purse is to be crafted, a are put into this skill, they represent that the charac-
Pursemaking skill check must be made. ter spends much time remembering details and sub-
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier stantial mental energy in both memorizing details
from the Common Sense sub-ability. Higher re- as well as continually referring back to them to re-
sults correspond with purses of higher quality. fresh their memory.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the Reflection sub-ability. Higher results cor-
Read Lips respond with clearer memories of more distant de-
The ability to discern what others are saying tails.
without being able to hear them, only by seeing their
lips move, is a valuable skill that few possess with
any accuracy, especially if deaf. Research, Library
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier Researching topics in a library is a skill in
from the sub-ability of Intuition. Deaf characters itself, especially when each library is organized dif-
receive a + 20 bonus to their roll. The result is the ferently. To search a library without assistance while
percent of words understood. researching a topic, make a Library Research skill
check.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the Intelligence ability. Higher results corre-
spond with better finds. If the search is assisted by
a character who is familiar with the library, then the
Aedile will assign an appropriate bonus. Obviously,
the harder the topic to find in the library, the higher
the TH will be.

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 Riding Saddlemaking
Most human characters are able to ride A saddle is a utility for a character who rides
horseback, just as they are able to walk. Anything horses. The saddle lies between the rider and the
beyond mere Riding, however, necessitates a Riding horse. Knackers make saddles and harnesses. When-
skill check. For example, when attempting to attack ever a saddle is to be crafted, a Saddlemaking skill
a foe while Riding, a Riding skill check must be made. check must be made.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the Agility ability. from the Common Sense sub-ability. Higher re-
sults correspond with saddles of higher quality.
TH Re s ult
Una bl e to re ma i n on horse ba c k whi l e
<1 4
a tta c k i ng
Abl e to re ma i n on horse ba c k whi l e Sailing
1 4 -1 5
a tta c k i ng The proficiency of a mariner in directing a
Abl e to suc c e ssful l y j ump the horse a nd vessel as desired by manipulating sails is Sailing. Sail-
>1 6
re ma i n on horse ba c k
ing entails familiarity with the stars, tides, winds, cur-
rents, and seagoing vessels. The Sailing skill is un-
Ritual, Complex necessary for small river craft. Any time a seagoing
Rituals that require long durations and great vessel is sailed, the decision-making sailor needs to
precision are Complex Rituals. In spellcasting, spells make a Sailing skill check.
of 6th-10th levels have complex rituals that may take LC: The initial LC is 13, though it improves
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from 30 minutes to 1 week to perform. by 1 with each voyage.

Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
the modifiers from Intelligence and Hand-Eye Co- the modifier of Intelligence and the modifier for
ordination. Higher rolls correspond with rituals per- Vision. Many variables may influence sailing, such
formed with greater precision. as the direction and speed of the winds and cur-
rents, storms, etc. 3 times the adjusted result of the
skill check equals the percentage of Wind Potential
Ropemaking that may be used (see Chap. 18: Warfare).
Additionally, a Sailing skill check is neces-
A rope or thread is a collection of fibers
sary when a vessel with a ram attempts to ram an-
that have been wound lengthwise. Whenever rope
other vessel. For ramming, divide the feet per round
or thread is to be wound, a Ropemaking skill check
of movement of the attacking vessel by 3, and add
must be made.
to the check. Additionally, a deceres gains + 1d12,
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
septireme + 1d10, quinquereme + 1d8, and a trireme
from the Common Sense sub-ability. Higher re-
+ 1d6. Consult the table below:
sults correspond with rope of higher quality.
TH Re s ult Chanc e Ram Bre aks
<1 4 Mi ss -
Rope Use 1 4 -1 5 1 d2 0 IP 1%
Rope may be used in many ways, such as for 16 1 d1 0 0 IP 2%
climbing, binding prisoners, drawing and quartering 17 2 d1 0 0 IP 3%
1 8 -1 9 5 d1 0 0 IP 4%
criminals, and in any occasion when a sturdy or ap- 20 7 d1 0 0 IP 5%
propriate knot is necessary. 2 1 -2 3 1 d1 0 0 0 IP 6%
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier 2 4 -2 9 2 d1 0 0 0 IP 7%
from the sub-ability Hand-Eye Coordination. Con- >2 9 5 d1 0 0 0 IP 8%
sult the Aedile concerning the difficulty of the ac-
tion chosen.

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 Sailmaking Seduction
A sail captures wind and helps propel or di- Practicing Seduction implies intentions to
rect a waterborne vessel. Whenever a sail is to be mate an unknown subject. Whenever a character
crafted, a Sailmaking skill check must be made. attempts to seduce an unknown other, a Seduction
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier skill check is made.
from the Spatial Intelligence sub-ability. Higher re- Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
sults correspond with sails of higher quality. the modifiers from the Charisma ability and Bodily
Attractiveness sub-ability. Initially, there is a base
TH of 25 for males and 20 for females. First, since
Sculpture it is easier to seduce those less attractive, the differ-
Traditionally, there have been 2 types of ence between the Charisma ability scores of the se-
sculptures: freestanding and relief. Materials for ducer and subject are adjusted (1-15 = +/- 2, 16-30
sculptures are usually stone, metal, clay, or wood. = +/- 4, 17-45 = +/- 8, etc.). Second, the Aedile
The method may be carving, chiseling, or casting. determines a racial and/or cultural antipathy modi-
With casting, usually bronze is cast. fier (assuming sex is physically possible) from - 20
LC: Initially, the LC is 13, though it improves (kobolds and ogres) to 0 (same race). Third, if the
by 1 with every sculpture finished. subject has been drinking, then the Aedile assigns +
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of 1 (buzzing) to + 8 (drunk) bonus. Fourth, the Aedile
the modifiers from the sub-abilities of Intuition and includes a personal adjustment from - 10 (man-hat-
Hand-Eye Coordination. Higher results correspond ing virgin) to + 10 (in heat). If the seducer suc-
ceeds, then the subject is willing to mate.

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with higher quality sculptures.

Search
Whenever a character needs to Search for
something, such as pillaging a carcass, room, or
home, a Search skill check is made. Most often, this
skill is checked regarding corpses or rooms.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
the modifier from Vision (include only if near-
sighted) and from the sub-abilities of Intuition and
Common Sense. Below is a list of examples of what
may be found with a given TH:

TH Re s ult
<1 4 A c a rc a ss i s pa tte d down VOLT.NON.VOLT.DARE.GALLA.MIHI.
The poc k e ts of a c re a ture a re e xa mi ne d
1 4 -1 6
thoroughl y, c he sts a re ope ne d, e tc . NEC.DICERE.POSSUM.
1 7 -2 0
The boots of a c re a ture a re e mpti e d, QUOD.VOLT.ET.NON.VOLT.
ta bl e s a re turne d ov e r, e tc .
2 1 -2 9 Conc e a l e d doors, gol d de nta l fi l l i ngs, e tc . QUID.SIBI.GALLA.VELIT
Se c re t doors, fa l se bottoms, hol l ow
3 0 -3 4
c ompa rtme nts, e tc . She’s half-and-half inclined
3 5 -3 9 A ne e dl e i n a ha y sta c k i n da y l i ght
>3 9 A ne e dl e i n a ha y sta c k i n the da rk To sleep with me. No? Yes?
What’s in that tiny mind?
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 Sexual Adeptness not novel, but boring, multiply ejaculation control
In a sexual encounter, Sexual Adeptness by 2. Finally, if a character is in puberty, then mul-
heavily influences the perception of the other, from tiply ejaculation control by 0.2. If a character is
positively to negatively. The amount of pleasure a middle-aged, then multiply ejaculation control by 2.
character derives from a sexual encounter may be If a character is in old age, then multiply ejaculation
determined as follows. control by 3, and multiply it by 4 if the character is
For each SP a character invests into Sexual venerable.
Adeptness, they may further invest 1 Sexual Adept- Fellatio: For each SP invested in Sexual
ness Point (SAP) either into cunnilingus, ejaculation/ Adeptness, the character may invest in the specialty
orgasm control, fellatio, or positions. of fellatio. Each SP invested in fellatio represents a
Cunnilingus: For each SP invested in Sexual new technique such as a trick with the tongue, lips,
Adeptness, the character may invest in the specialty humming, or suction. During fellatio, the partner’s
of cunnilingus. Each SP invested in cunnilingus rep- Bodily Attractiveness counts only half as much as
resents a new technique such as a trick with the Facial Charisma regarding the skill check.
tongue, lips, or suction. Positions: For each SP invested in Sexual
Ejaculation/Orgasm Control: For each Adeptness, the character may invest in the specialty
SP invested in Sexual Adeptness, the character may of sexual positions. Each SP invested represents a
invest in the specialty of ejaculation control if male, sexual position known. During doggie style, the
or orgasm control if female. A male specialized in partner’s Facial Charisma counts only half as much
ejaculation control can delay his ejaculation until he as Bodily Attractiveness regarding the skill check.
is ready. Debauchery Discrepancy Penalty: Large
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A female specialized in orgasm control in- differences in Debauchery between partners will
creases her odds of having an orgasm by 1 for each cause a penalty to the impression of Sexual Adept-
point invested. Each female already has a Base Odds ness (see Debauchery in Chap. 6: Sociality). Subtract
of Orgasm (BOO), which is 1d100. The TH for one character’s Debauchery (D2) from the others
orgasm is 100 - BOO - (points invested in orgasm (D1), divide the result by 100, and truncate the re-
control). Compare the skill check to the TH. mainder. Apply the result as a penalty. For refer-
A male specialized in ejaculation control in- ence, the formula is below:
creases his ability to delay ejaculation. Each point
invested allows a male to delay his ejaculation by 60 [(D1 – D2)2] / 100
seconds, if desired. The base time an erect male
can delay his ejaculation from initial and continued
stimulation is 300 seconds. However, many other
factors affect orgasm control. Consult ‘ejaculation’
on the next page to obtain SF (Scrotum Fullness). CUI.FEMUR.EST.IUVENALE.CARENT.
Subtract SF from 100, to obtain Scrotum Empti- QUOQUE.PECTORA.MENDA.
ness (SE). Divide SE by 100 and multiply it by the
base or modified time for ejaculation control. Next,
STET.VIR.IN.OBLIQUO.
consider the partner’s Bodily Attractiveness and FUSA.SIT.IPSA.TORO
Facial Charisma Skill Modifiers. Apply the average
during the missionary position. Consider Bodily
Attractiveness twice as important during doggie- If you’ve perfect breasts
style. Consider Facial Charisma twice as important and youthful thighs,
during fellatio, except for mutual fellatio. Apply the
opposite of the modifier, such as - 64 becoming +
Have your lover stand,
64. If the sexual stimulus is novel, then multiply And you lie down slantwise.
ejaculation control by 0.2. If the sexual stimuls is

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 Check: Concluding the act of sexual inter- Tightness: For vaginal or anal sex, tight-
course or each sexual position, a character must make ness ratio is a major factor of pleasure. To deter-
a Sexual Adeptness check concerning the quality of mine the modifier for tightness, divide Manhood
their performance, as does the partner(s). The Circumference by Anal or Vaginal Circumference
higher the roll, the more the character has satisfied Potential. Multiply the result by 100, consider it to
their sexual partner. be Base Tightness (BT), and use the following para-
Roll 3d10 and apply the average of all rel- bolic formula:
evant modifiers:
• Bodily Attractiveness (except in darkness) (BT – 80)2 = -4y + 120
• Facial Charisma (except in darkness, or
with a sack over the head) Solve for y.
• Kinetic Charisma (except in darkness)
• Contortion SP invested (depending on For example, if BT is 70, then:
the position, and only if Debauch-
ery exceeds 50) (70 – 80)2 = -4y + 120
• SP invested in Sexual Adeptness (-10)2 = -4y + 120
• SP invested in the most appropriate Speci- 100 = -4y + 120
alty (such as cunnilingus, fellatio, 0 = -4y + (120 – 100)
etc.) 0 = -4y + 20
• Tightness 4y = 20
y=5

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Therefore, the most sexual pleasure is expe-
rienced from a fit that is neither too tight nor too
loose. The result from tightness is averaged with
other modifiers and included in the skill check.
Consult the table below to observe the per-
formance of your character and the typical impres-
sion made on the sexual partner. Finally, in the case
of multiple partners, a character’s satisfaction may
be considered either partner to partner, or averaged
for the entire experience.

TH Pe rfor m anc e Ty pic al Im pre s s ion of the Par tne r

<1 1 Dy sfunc ti ona l “Ca n’ t ge t i t up?”
1 1 -1 2 Te rri bl e “Sta rte d y e t?”
13 Poor “Don't sta rt a c onv e rsa ti on now! ”
1 4 -1 5 Be l ow Av e ra ge “You di dn't mov e , y ou j ust l a i d the re ! ”
16 Av e ra ge -bori ng “Two or thre e posi ti ons i s not e nough! ”
17 Av e ra ge -i nte re sti ng “Wha t wa s y our na me a ga i n?”
1 8 -1 9 Abov e Av e ra ge “Ahh, I ne e de d tha t a nd i t fe l t good. ”
20 Good “Tha t wa s a ne w a nd e xc i ti ng posi ti on! ”
2 1 -2 3 E xc e pti ona l “Don't l e t i t e nd, not y e t! ”
2 4 -2 9 Toe -c url i ng “I won't be a bl e to wa l k for da y s! ”
>2 9 God-l i k e “Tr ul y a me mory be y ond thi s worl d! ”

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 Ejaculation: Many factors affect ejaculation, time and decreases his ejaculation. A new partner
including Physical Fitness, Age, Scrotum Fullness or position may affect his ejaculation. If this is not
(SF), and points invested in ejaculation control. the first time the male has ejaculated for this part-
The scrotum may accumulate sperm for 2-5 ner, then decrease ED by (1d10)%. If the position
days before becoming full. The rate of filling varies is not new, then decrease ED by (1d10)%.
with age. From being totally drained, the scrotum Finally, ED is affected by SF. Divide SF by
fills with sperm in 5 days while in puberty, 2 days for 100, and multiply ED by the result.
young adults, 3 days for middle age, 4 days for old Each contraction launches sperm only
age, and 5 days for venerable characters. Consider (1d100)% as far as the last contraction.
the accumulation of sperm as a percent, from 0-
100. This is Scrotum Fullness (SF).
Each ejaculation drains a percentage of ac- Vaginal Soreness: Sometimes vaginal pen-
cumulated sperm based on age. Pubescent ejacula- etration can cause the vagina to be sore after sex.
tion drains 80%, young adults drain 50%, middle Factors include Base Tightness (BT) and the dura-
age characters drain 60%, characters in old age drain tion of vaginal penetration. To determine BT, see
70%, and venerable characters drain 80%. It is un- Tightness above. Then, multiply BT by the dura-
comfortable for a scrotum to contain 10% or less tion of sexual penetration in minutes. Finally, mul-
of its potential sperm. For example, if the scrotum tiply the result by 0.003. This is the number of hours
of a young adult is full, then he will be reduced to that the female’s vagina is sore.
50% fullness with the 1st ejaculation, 25% fullness
after the 2nd, 12% fullness after the 3rd, and 6% after
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the 4th. After 4 consecutive ejaculations, the scro-

tum of the young adult will feel uncomfortable, and
SF is 6.
The number of ejaculatory contractions is
(4 + 1d6). The distance that sperm is launched in
the 1st contraction is affected by Age, SF, Physical
Fitness, Facial Charisma or Bodily Attractiveness,
and novelty. To determine Ejaculatory Distance
NOTA.SIBI.SIT.QUAEQUE.
(ED), progress through the following:
MODOS.A.CORPORE.CERTOS.
Consider Base ED to equal the Breadth of
SUMITE.NON.OMNES.UNA.FIGURA.DECET.
the character. Age penalties include - 25% for pu-
QUAE.FACIE.PRAESIGNIS.ERIT.
bescent and middle age characters, - 50% for old
RESUPINA.IACETO.
age, and - 75% for venerable characters. Next, di-
SPECTENTUR.TERGO.
vide Physical Fitness by 100, and multiply ED by
QUIS.SUA.TERGA.PLACENT
the result.
When a male ejaculates, the attractiveness
Each woman should know herself,
of the object he is watching affects his ejaculation.
and in the act of sex
Now consider whether the male is looking at or
Adapt her body for the best effects.
imagining a face or body, and divide either Bodily
No one method is best
Attractiveness or Facial Charisma by 100. Multiply
For everybody. If you’re blessed
ED by the result.
With a pretty face, lie supine in the sack;
The novelty of the stimulus for the male
If you’re proud of your back,
affects his ejaculation. For example, if a loyal hus-
Then perform the act
band only has sex with his wife repeatedly, then while
Like a beast, two-backed,
she was exciting in the beginning of their relation-
And offer a lovely rear view to beholders.
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 Sheathemaking Sight
A sheathe is a holder for a weapon such as a When it is important for characters to see
sword, and is usually worn about the waist or on the well or spot an object, a Sight skill check is made.
back. Whenever a sheathe is to be crafted, a This is different from searching or pillaging a nearby
Sheathemaking skill check must be made. area, which is the Search skill.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the Common Sense sub-ability. Higher re- from Vision (include only if near-sighted). Charac-
sults correspond with a sheathe of higher quality. ters with near-sighted Vision (see Chap. 2: Body) suf-
fer penalties to Sight skill checks. Consult the table
below concerning TH’s:
Shipwright
To successfully build or repair a waterborne TH Re s ult
vessel, and assuming the shipwright has the neces- <9 The broa d si de of a ba rn, 5 0 fe e t a wa y
An ordi na ry c ha ra c te r i n a c rowd of 2 5
sary labor and tools, the shipwright must make a 9
c ha ra c te rs who a re 2 5 fe e t a wa y
skill check. An ordi na ry c ha ra c te r i n a c rowd of 5 0
1 7 -2 0
When building a ship, the seams of the c ha ra c te rs who a re 5 0 fe e t a wa y
planks are smeared with pitch, or pitch and wax. A An ordi na ry c ha ra c te r i n a c rowd of 1 0 0
2 1 -3 4
layer of pitch is then applied to the interior of the c ha ra c te rs who a re 1 0 0 fe e t a wa y
3 5 -3 9 A ne e dl e i n a ha y sta c k i n da y l i ght
hull. The outer hull that is to be underwater is usu- >3 9 A ne e dl e i n a ha y sta c k i n the da rk
ally protected by overlapping thin lead plates that

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are nailed over a layer of tarred linen. When light is less than daylight, determine
LC: The Learning Curve lessens by 3 for the range of effective Vision, as listed under Vision.
every ship built, and 1 for every ship repaired. Also, consult examples of dim light and how it af-
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier fects Sight. Examples are listed in Chapter 9: Equip-
from the Spatial Intelligence sub-ability. Consider ment, and include candles, lanterns, and torches.
any prior learning that has been invested. Consult Some creatures have Low-Light Vision
the table below concerning TH’s: (LLV). Regarding player characters, all dwarves,
kobolds, and subterranean trolls have LLV. Con-
TH Build Re pair sult Vision to determine the effect of light on these
<1 3 Ra ft
13 Rowboa t creatures.
1 4 -1 5 Ba rge Mi nor ga sh
1 6 -1 9 Ca rgo or fi shi ng shi p Mi nor fi re
20 Longboa t Ma j or fi re
>2 0 Tri re me Me di um ga sh

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 Silence to move and maintain Silence, then the modifier for
If a character needs to be silent or move the Agility sub-ability averaged with the modifier for
silently, then a Silence skill check must be made. the Health sub-ability must also be applied. Con-
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier sult the table below for TH’s to determine who or
from the Health sub-ability. Further, if intending what was fooled by the Silence:

TH Stationar y Moving
<1 3 O bv i ous noi se (hi c c up, fa rt, e tc . ) O bv i ous noi se (hi c c up, fa rt, e tc . )
13 A ne a rby di stra c te d a nd dr unk c ha ra c te r O bv i ous noi se (hi c c up, fa rt, e tc . )
1 4 -1 5 A ne a rby dr unk c ha ra c te r O bv i ous noi se (hi c c up, fa rt, e tc . )
16 A ne a rby di stra c te d c ha ra c te r A ne a rby di stra c te d a nd dr unk c ha ra c te r
17 A ne a rby qui e t c ha ra c te r A ne a rby dr unk c ha ra c te r
1 8 -2 0 A ne a rby a l e rt c ha ra c te r A ne a rby di stra c te d c ha ra c te r
2 1 -2 3 A ne a rby a l e rt dog A ne a rby qui e t c ha ra c te r
2 4 -2 9 A ne a rby a l e rt c a t A ne a rby a l e rt c ha ra c te r
3 0 -3 4 A ne a rby a l e rt e l e pha nt A ne a rby a l e rt dog
3 5 -3 9 A ne a rby a l e rt owl A ne a rby a l e rt c a t
>3 9 A ne a rby a l e rt ba t A ne a rby a l e rt e l e pha nt
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 Silversmithing Smell
A silversmith is one who forges and shapes Smell is a sense and different than most skills.
silver with an anvil and a hammer. Silver is heated Each character must roll 3d10 to determine the qual-
in a forge and then hammered into the shape de- ity of this sense and record this as SP invested. A
sired. The process of forging improves the struc- character may invest no more than an additional 1d10
ture of the metal. Forged metal is stronger and ex- SP into this skill. If a character needs to assess the
hibits greater resistance to fatigue and impact. The sensitivity of their Smell, then a Smell skill check
forge consists of an open hearth made of firebrick. must be made.
Coal is used to fuel the forge, and bellows are in- Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
serted to fan air as needed. Broken or obsolete sil- from above. Consult the table below concerning
ver objects can be melted down and the substance TH’s:
reused. Whenever such metalworking is done, a
Silversmithing skill check must be made. TH Exam ple
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of <2 5 Una bl e to sme l l a ny thi ng.
the modifiers from the sub-abilities Strength and 25
Abl e to sme l l wi ne i n the bre a th of a dr unk
Spatial Intelligence. Higher results correspond with from 1 foot a wa y whi l e i ndoors.
Abl e to sme l l wi ne i n the bre a th of a dr unk
better quality metalwork. The Aedile will determine 2 6 -2 9
from 2 fe e t a wa y whi l e i ndoors.
the TH for each application. Abl e to sme l l wi ne i n the bre a th of a dr unk
3 0 -3 1
from 4 fe e t a wa y whi l e i ndoors.
Abl e to sme l l wi ne i n the bre a th of a dr unk
3 2 -3 3
Skinning from 8 fe e t a wa y whi l e i ndoors.

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Abl e to sme l l wi ne i n the bre a th of a dr unk
Skinning is the removal of skin from a crea- 3 4 -3 6
from 1 6 fe e t a wa y whi l e i ndoors.
ture, as well as removing hair from the skin. When- Abl e to sme l l wi ne i n the bre a th of a dr unk
3 7 -4 5
ever a creature must have its skin removed, a Skin- from 3 2 fe e t a wa y whi l e i ndoors.
ning skill check must be made. Abl e to sme l l wi ne i n the bre a th of a dr unk
4 6 -5 0
from 6 4 fe e t a wa y whi l e i ndoors.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
Abl e to sme l l wi ne i n the bre a th of a dr unk
from the Common Sense sub-ability. Higher re- 5 1 -1 0 0
from 1 2 8 fe e t a wa y whi l e i ndoors.
sults correspond with higher quality Skinning. Abl e to sme l l the pre se nc e of a c re a ture
1 0 1 -1 5 0 from 3 d1 0 fe e t a wa y whi l e outdoors or
de te c t i ts sc e nt 1 0 mi nute s a fte r i t l e ft.
Abl e to sme l l the pre se nc e of a c re a ture
1 5 1 -2 0 0 from 1 d1 0 0 fe e t a wa y whi l e outdoors or
de te c t i ts sc e nt 1 hour a fte r i t l e ft.
Abl e to sme l l the pre se nc e of a c re a ture
2 0 1 -2 5 0 from 1 mi l e a wa y whi l e outdoors or de te c t
i ts sc e nt 1 da y a fte r i t l e ft.
Abl e to sme l l the pre se nc e of a c re a ture
>2 5 1 from 5 mi l e s a wa y whi l e outdoors or de te c t
i ts sc e nt 4 da y s a fte r i t l e ft.

Soapmaking
Soap is used to clean things. Whenever soap
is to be produced, a Soapmaking skill check must be
made.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the Common Sense sub-ability. Higher re-
sults correspond with soap of higher quality.

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 Sound Spellcasting, Familiarity
Sound is a sense and different than most This skill is available only to those who may
skills. Each character must roll 3d10 to determine become familiar with the intricacies of spellcasting:
the quality of their hearing and record this as SP priests and wizards. Familiarity with Spellcasting al-
invested. A character may invest no more than an lows a spellcaster a chance to identify a spell upon
additional 1d10 SP into this skill. If a character needs observing the casting of it, usually discerning it from
to listen for a Sound, then a Sound skill check must others due to the accompanying ritual, gestures, and
be made. chants. Obviously, once a spell is cast, it is easier to
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier identify the spell by observing the effects. Instead,
from above. Consult the table below concerning this skill focuses on identifying a spell prior to its
TH’s to determine what Sound could be heard: enactment.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
TH Exam ple from the Intelligence ability. Since 1st level spells
<2 5 Ne a rby e xpl osi on have a casting time of 1 second, they are too brief
25 Horse s ga l l opi ng pa st for this skill. Otherwise, consult the table below:
2 6 -2 9 Kni ght i n pl a te ma i l wa l k i ng
Some one we a ri ng c ha i nma i l wa l k i ng 2 0 ’
3 0 -3 1
a wa y
3 2 -3 3 Townspe rson wa l k i ng 2 0 ’ a wa y TH Re s ult
3 4 -3 6 Cra c k l i ng c a mpfi re 2 0 ’ a wa y Abl e to i nde nti fy the di sc i pl i ne of ma gi c
<9
3 7 -4 5 Twi g sna ppi ng 3 0 ’ a wa y to whi c h the spe l l be l ongs.
4 6 -5 0 Pi n droppi ng 2 0 ’ a wa y Abl e to i de nti fy the c a sti ng of a 2 nd l e v e l
9 -1 2
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5 1 -5 5 Ca t on the prowl 5 0 ’ a wa y spe l l i n (1 d6 - 1 ) se c onds.

>5 5 An e a gl e fl y i ng pa st 2 5 0 ’ a wa y Abl e to i de nti fy the c a sti ng of a 3 rd l e v e l
13
spe l l i n 1 d1 0 se c onds.
Abl e to i de nti fy the c a sti ng of a 4 tth l e v e l
1 4 -1 5
spe l l i n 1 d2 0 se c onds.
Abl e to i de nti fy the c a sti ng of a 5 tth l e v e l
16
Spellcasting, Combat spe l l i n 2 d2 0 se c onds.
This skill determines whether or not con- Abl e to i de nti fy the c a sti ng of a 6 tth l e v e l
17
spe l l i n 1 d2 0 mi nute s.
centration is broken during spellcasting in combat. Abl e to i de nti fy the c a sti ng of a 7 tth l e v e l
Regardless of the spellcaster’s distance from the 1 8 -1 9
spe l l i n 3 d2 0 mi nute s.
combat, concentration is equally likely to be bro- Abl e to i de nti fy the c a sti ng of a n 8 tth l e v e l
20
ken. For example, combatants are continually chang- spe l l i n 1 d1 0 hours.
ing positions, dying, screaming, bleeding, etc. If Abl e to i de nti fy the c a sti ng of a 9 tth l e v e l
2 1 -2 2
spe l l i n 1 d2 0 hours.
concentration is broken, then chaotic effects may Abl e to i de nti fy the c a sti ng of a 1 0 tth l e v e l
occur. <2 3
spe l l i n (1 d8 - 1 ) da y s.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the Drive sub-ability. Consult the table below:

TH Exam ple
Conc e ntra ti on i s brok e n, the spe l l i s
<1 6 wa ste d, but the i ngre di e nts, i f a ny, re ma i n
unuse d.
Conc e ntra ti on i s brok e n, the spe l l a nd i ts
16
i ngre di e nts a re wa ste d.
Conc e ntra ti on i s brok e n, the spe l l a nd i ts
i ngre di e nts a re wa ste d. Consul t Ap p end i x
17
3 : Ra nd om Ma gi ca l Ef f ects to de te r mi ne a
ra ndom e ffe c t.
>1 7 Suc c e ssful c omba t spe l l c a sti ng oc c urs.

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 Spellcasting, Specific Spitting
This skill is available only to those who are This skill is available to any characte capable
spellcasters by occupation: priests or wizards. For of launching saliva and mucous from their mouth.
each spell that a spellcaster may use, the spellcaster While Spitting may serve no purpose, it may also be
may invest SP into this skill in order to improve their a valued skill when accuracy is necessary. Spitting is
magical performance. This skill applies individually commonly understood across cultures as barbaric.
to different spells. For instance, Spitting into a character’s face is a sign
Each SP invested into casting a specific spell of disrespect and usually meant to taunt aggression.
increases the following parameters of the spell by Many creatures are capable of Spitting things in
1%: range, area, duration, damage, and whatever is addition to saliva, such as poison or fire.
appropriate. TH checks are adjusted in the appro- Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
priate direction, subject to the Aedile’s approval. from the Enunciation sub-ability. If accuracy is a
Level is not increased. Each SP that is invested into consideration, then the TH of the spitter equates
the casting of a specific spell decreases casting time to the CA hit. Armor does not figure into the CA
by 1%. Consult the Aedile to determine what is in the case of Spitting. A creature may spit once
affected and unaffected for each spell. per minute without penalty. However, for each Spit-
For example, a 3rd level sorcerer has invested ting beyond this limit, a cumulative penalty of - 20
a total of 15 SP in the spell, One for All. The pa- is incurred. Creatures that spit things in addition to
rameters for this spell are affected as follows: range saliva may have different limitations regarding fre-
is unaffected, area (1.15 creatures) still affects only 1 quency. Consult the table below:
creature due to mathematical truncation, duration

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is 31 rounds (since 33 + 15% = 31.05), and the TH TH Re s ult
for the target creature is 57 (since 50 + 15% = 57.5). <9 Dry, una bl e to muste r a ny sa l i v a
If the target creature fails its Drive check, then the Mi ni ma l sa l i v a
9
number of exploited points is increased by 15%, as Di sta nc e = 5 0 % he i ght of spi tte r
Mode ra te sa l i v a
is the number of feet around the target creature in 1 7 -2 0
Di sta nc e = 1 0 0 % he i ght of spi tte r
which the exploited points are absorbed by others. Substa nti a l sa l i v a
2 1 -2 3
Check: A skill check is unnecessary for this Di sta nc e = 1 5 0 % he i ght of spi tte r
skill. Luge e
2 4 -2 8
Di sta nc e = 2 0 0 % he i ght of spi tte r
Gre e n a nd thi c k l uge e
>2 9
Di sta nc e = 3 0 0 % he i ght of spi tte r

Note that with some Spitting creatures, it

may be more appropriate to use the spitter’s length
than height.

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 Sprint Sprint
This fundamental skill determines the dura- Base Time = (Physical Fitness / 10)
tion a character may move and at different speeds, Base Time is in seconds.
including: sprint, run, brisk jog, jog, walk, crawl on
hands and knees, crawl prone, and forced marches. TH Increase = (301 - Physical Fitness) / 13
Check: Roll 3d10. Unless the character is If a Sprint check is failed, then the charac-
naked, apply the modifier from the Encumbrance ter must decelerate to running. After another Base
(see Chap. 9: Equipment) to the number of feet Time while running, this character may attempt to
sprinted per round listed in the Physical Fitness sub- Sprint again.
ability1. Next, depending on the speed at which the
character desires to move, a check must be made. Run
Various speeds are described below. Though Physi- Base Time = Physical Fitness
cal Fitness is the sub-ability for this skill, its role is Base Time is in rounds.
to determine a character’s speed, not to adjust their
skill check rolls. SP invested in this skill do not in- TH Increase = (301 - Physical Fitness) / 17
crease the character’s speed, but increase only skill If a run check is failed, then the character
check rolls. Finally, consider the angle of elevation must decelerate to a brisk jog. After another Base
at which the character runs; elevation is covered last. Time at a brisk jog, this character may attempt to
run again.
Spe e d of Move m e nt
Move m e nt Pe rc e nt of Sprint Spe e d Brisk Jog
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Spri nt 100 Base Time = Physical Fitness

Ru n 75 Base Time is in rounds.
Bri sk Jog 65
Jog 50
TH Increase = (301 - Physical Fitness) / 19
Wa l k 25
Cra wl on Ha nds a nd Kne e s 10 If a brisk jog check is failed, then the char-
Cra wl Prone 5 acter must decelerate to jogging. After another Base
Time while jogging, this character may attempt to a
All characters are only able to move so long. brisk jog again.
Therefore, a check will need to be made periodi-
cally. The periodicity of the check is the Base Time. Jog
Base Time is based on the speed at which a charac- Base Time = Physical Fitness
ter moves. At each multiple of Base Time, a char- Base Time is in rounds.
acter must make a check. The TH increases de-
pending on the number of multiples of Base Time. TH Increase = (301 - Physical Fitness) / 21
If the check is failed, then the character must decel- If a jog check is failed, then the character
erate or stop, depending on the type of movement. must decelerate to walking. After another Base Time
while walking, this character may attempt to jog
again.

1. According to the Guiness Book of World Records, the fastest sprinter is Donovan Bailey, who is from Canada, ran the 100m
sprint in the 1996 Olympic Games in 9.84 seconds, is 6’ 1”, and 182 lbs. If his speed were converted into F.A.T.A.L. Sprint
speed, Donovan would have a Sprint speed of 99.9’.

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 Walk Forced March
Base Time = Physical Fitness A forced march occurs when a leader forces
Base Time is in minutes. warriors to march beyond 10 hours in a day. After 2
hours of forced march or 12 hours of marching
TH Increase = (301 - Physical Fitness) / 40 (which is originally 25% of a character’s Sprint
If a walk check is failed, then the character speed), a Sprint skill check must be passed at TH 17
must stop. After another Base Time while resting, or the character needs to rest due to exhaustion. To
this character may attempt to walk again. To deter- rest, a character may attempt to pass a Sprint skill
mine distance in terms of miles walked per hour, check every minute, then being able to move at 20%
adjust the Sprint speed for Encumbrance (see Chap. pace, next at 50%, 75%, and finally be fully recov-
9: Equipment) and divide by 20. Difficult terrain may ered.
also impede the distance traveled (see Chap. 18: War-
fare). Angle of Elevation
Since it is more difficult to move uphill than
Crawl on Hands and Knees downhill, angle of elevation becomes relevant to all
Base Time = Physical Fitness movement.
Base Time is in minutes. Uphill: If the character is attempting to
move uphill, then acquire a calculator with a button
TH Increase = (301 - Physical Fitness) / 30 called ‘sin’, also known as sine. Put your calculator
If a crawl on hands and knees check is failed, in ‘Degrees’ mode. Press ‘sin’ and then enter the
then the character must rest. After another Base degree of elevation. Multiply the result by 100 and

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Time while resting, this character may attempt to consider this to be a percentage of loss in speed.
crawl on hands and knees again. For instance, if a character is capable of sprinting
50 feet per round, but they attempt to Sprint at an
Crawl, Prone uphill angle of 45o, then [(sin 45 = 0.7071) x 100] =
Base Time = Physical Fitness 70% of loss in speed. Instead of sprinting 50 feet
Base Time is in minutes. in a round, this character may only Sprint 15 (50 x
.3) feet per round at an uphill angle of 45o.
TH Increase = (311 - Physical Fitness) / 40
If a prone crawl check is failed, then the
character must rest. After another Base Time while
resting, this character may attempt to prone crawl
again.

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 Stonemasonry Storytelling
This skill refers to the knowledge, experi- Creatures have told stories as long as lan-
ence, and ability to perform 2 types of masonry: guage has existed. If a character is telling a story to
rubble and ashlar. Rubble walls are composed of entertain or impress, then a Storytelling skill check
irregular and coarsely jointed field stone. Ashlar, must be made. Storytelling may be combined with
conversely, is a wall constructed of carefully worked other skills. For instance, not to be mistaken with
stones set with fine, close joints. It is in the building Trickery, which is telling a lie, a character may tell a
of ashlar walls that stonemasons are employed, as detailed and fabricated story in an effort to fool a
they painstakingly craft stones to certain measure- character; this is a combination of Trickery and
ments or specifications. Stonemasonry is often re- Storytelling.
served as work for criminals. Most stories do not have a moral. In fact,
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of wickedness triumphs more often than justice. Most
the modifiers from the sub-abilities of Strength and popular of all are humorous short stories in verse,
Spatial Intelligence. The roll must exceed TH 14 to sometimes written and sometimes recited. These
be successful for 1 day’s worth of labor. A single works are the products of authors of all social classes
stonemason can produce 1 cubic foot of fitted stone and are enjoyed by all audiences. Some have folk
per day. tale origins, some are drawn directly from life. Their
common ingredient is humor, often bawdy. Cer-
tain characters recur: the merchant who is cuckolded,
swindled, and beaten by his young wife; the young
scholar who outwits the husband; the lecherous
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priest who is the rival of a husband. The women

tend to be treacherous, lustful, faithless, and may be
beaten by their husbands but always manage to get
the better of them.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the Charisma ability. The result indicates the
effectiveness of the story in many respects, includ-
ing elocution (how well it was physically delivered
including appropriateness of gestures), logical co-
herence (did it make sense or did some elements
contradict others), organization (was there a clear
beginning, body, climax, and conclusion), etc. The
higher the number, the more effective was the story.
Unless successful Storytelling is combined with other
skills such as Persuasion or Trickery, the audience
will not be compelled to take any new action; they
will simply enjoy the tale.

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 Surgery Symbology
The skill of opening a creature with the in- Symbols are representations of other things.
tention of saving their life is Surgery. Only a doctor The study of symbols grants familiarity with reli-
is trained to perform the skill of Surgery. When- gious and deific symbols, pictograms and ancient
ever Surgery is being performed, a Surgery skill check runes, as well as magical sigils. A Symbology skill
must be made. check must be made to recognize, understand, or
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of use symbols appropriately (not including daily lan-
the modifiers from Hand-Eye Coordination and guage).
Intelligence. Higher results correspond with better Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
surgery. The Aedile determines the TH for each from the Intelligence ability. Compare the result
operation. with the TH on the table below:

TH Re ligious or D e ific Sy m bols

Swim <9
Fa mi l i a r wi th the sy mbol of a ma j or
One of the healthiest skills, any humanoid l oc a l god or c hurc h
with all of their limbs is capable of swimming, Fa mi l i a r wi th the sy mbol of a mi nor l oc a l
9 -1 2
god or c hurc h
though some may do so calmly and others may be Fa mi l i a r wi th the sy mbol of a ma j or
more stricken by panic. Under normal conditions, 1 3 -1 5
fore i gn god or c hurc h
such as only needing to dog-paddle in a calm body 1 6 -1 7
Fa mi l i a r wi th the sy mbol of a tri v i a l l oc a l
of comfortable water, there is no need for a skill god or c hurc h
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check. However, if the exhaustion of a swimmer is 1 8 -2 0
fore i gn god or c hurc h
relevant, a Swim skill check must be made. Charac- Fa mi l i a r wi th the sy mbol of a tri v i a l
ters may Swim as fast as their walking speed (1/4 of 2 1 -2 9
fore i gn god or c hurc h
Sprint speed). In calm water, a swimmer’s encum- >2 9 Fa mi l i a r wi th a n obsc ure god
brance (see Chap. 9: Equipment) is 1/10th of what it is
on land. If it is exceeded, then the character will
drown unless possessions are discarded.
TH Pic togram s and Rune s
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of Doe s not unde rsta nd i t, e v e n whe n i t i s
the modifiers from the sub-abilities of Physical Fit- <2 1 i n the c onte xt of othe r fa mi l i a r,
ness and Strength. Every hour of swimming, a check suppl e me nta l sy mbol s
at TH 21 must be passed to continue swimming. If Pa rti a l unde rsta ndi ng of i t, onl y i n the
the check is failed, then the swimming character must 21 c onte xt of othe r fa mi l i a r, suppl e me nta l
sy mbol s
rest. If the result is 10 or less, then a leg cramp Unde rsta nds i t, onl y i n the c onte xt of
occurs. The chance of getting a cramp increases by 22
othe r fa mi l i a r, suppl e me nta l sy mbol s
1 every hour. If desired, a (1d6 - 1) and 1d10 may 23
Pa rti a l unde rsta ndi ng of the sy mbol a l one ,
be rolled to determine which minute specifically wi thout c onte xtua l a i d
within the hour the cramp occurs. Finally, it should Unde rsta ndi ng of the sy mbol a l one ,
2 4 -2 9
wi thout c onte xtua l a i d
be noted that while obese characters are more buoy- Unde rsta ndi ng of the sy mbol a s we l l a s i ts
ant, they are less physically fit and will tire easier, so >2 9
e ty mol ogi c a l hi story
no adjustment to the skill check needs to be made
based on obesity.

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 TH Pic togram s and Rune s Tailoring
Fa mi l i a r wi th the c onc e pt of pe rsona l Clothes or cloth need to fit whoever or
ma gi c a l si gi l s a s ma gi c a l sc ri pture tha t whatever they are designed to fit. Adjusting clothes
<1 4 se r v e s a s a si gna ture of a ma gi c i a n
(usua l l y hi e ropha nts, dr ui ds, ma ge s, or
or cloth for a good fit is Tailoring. Whenever cloth
sorc e re rs) is adjusted permanently, a Tailoring skill check must
Fa mi l i a r wi th the pe rsona l ma gi c a l si gi l of be made.
1 4 -1 6
a fa mous ma ge Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
Fa mi l i a r wi th the pe rsona l ma gi c a l si gi l of the modifiers from the sub-abilities of Hand-Eye
1 7 -2 0
a popul a r l oc a l ma ge
Coordination and Spatial Intelligence. Higher re-
Fa mi l i a r wi th the pe rsona l ma gi c a l si gi l of
2 1 -2 5 sults correspond with better tailoring.
a popul a r fore i gn ma ge
Fa mi l i a r wi th the pe rsona l ma gi c a l si gi l of
2 6 -2 9
a n obsc ure l oc a l ma ge
Fa mi l i a r wi th the pe rsona l ma gi c a l si gi l of
>2 9
a n obsc ure fore i gn ma ge
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 Tanning Taste
Tanning leather takes at least 40-50 days, de- Taste is a sense and different than most skills.
pending on the product and the hide. Leather is Each character must roll 3d10 to determine the qual-
the result of modification of an animal hide, and it ity of their taste and record this as SP invested. A
is strong, flexible, and resists decay. Most leather is character may invest no more than an additional 1d10
from cattle hides, calfskins, goatskins, kidskins, SP into this skill. If a character needs to assess the
sheepskins, and lambskins, though the hides of many sensitivity of this sense at the moment, then they
creatures yield quality leather as well. Depending must make a Taste skill check.
on how the tanning is done, leather can be as soft as Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
cloth or as hard as the sole of a shoe. from above. Compare this result with the TH on
Promptly after removing the hide from the the table below to understand the sensitivity of the
animal, it is cured. To cure the hide, salt is applied character’s Taste at the moment:
generously to it and it is stored for 30 days in a place
that has no moisture. After 30 days, the salted hide TH Exam ple
is thoroughly dry. Next, the cured skins are soaked Ca n di sti ngui sh wa r m uri ne from c ol d
<2 5
in pure water for 2-7 hours to eliminate salt, blood, wa te r
and dirt, and to replace a small amount of moisture. Ca n di sti ngui sh swe e t from sour, a nd bi tte r
25
from sa l ty
After a good washing, the remaining flesh is thor- Ca n di sti ngui sh be twe e n c ow a nd goa t
oughly removed. Next, the hide is soaked in a solu- 3 3 -3 9
mi l k
tion of lime and water for 9 days. The skin is now 4 0 -4 5 Ca n i de nti fy be twe e n fi ne wi ne s
treated with a weak solution of acid. Finally, the Ca n i de nti fy a ny ora l substa nc e a s l ong a s

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skins are treated with a mixture of salt and acid and the y ha v e ta ste d i t be fore , no ma tte r how
>4 5 mi nute the di ffe re nc e , or the di ffe re nc e
dried under conditions that control for heat and i tse l f i s noti c e d a nd ma y be de sc ri be d i n
humidity. a s muc h de ta i l a s possi bl e .
Curing hides creates a pungent atmosphere.
Tanners, both masters and apprentices, may be seen
outdoors, scraping away hair and epidermis from
the skins over a beam with a blunt-edged concave
tool. The flesh adhering to the underside is scraped
off with a sharp concave blade. Next the hide is
softened by rubbing it with cold poultry, pigeon
dung, or warm dog dung, then soaked in mildly acidic
liquid produced by fermenting bran, to wash off
the traces of lime left by the dung. The whole pro-
cess of tanning takes months, usually over a year.
LC: The LC is 13 for the first solo attempt
at tanning, and improves by 2 with each successful
tanning of a hide.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the Common Sense sub-ability. Consider the
roll to be the quality of the finished product. The
table below assumes that the hides used will be com-
mon, not exotic. Exotic hides may be easier or
harder to work with.
TH Re s ult
14 Suc c e ssful ta nni ng

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 Teaching Touch
To convey knowledge to another, so that the Touch is a sense and different than most
other understands it, is to teach. Whenever attempt- skills. Each character must roll 3d10 to determine
ing to teach a willing character, a Teaching skill check the quality of their Touch and record this as SP in-
must be made. vested. A character may invest no more than an
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of additional 1d10 SP into this skill. If a character needs
the modifiers from Intelligence, Intuition, and Com- to assess the sensitivity of this sense at the moment,
mon Sense. Higher results correspond with a bet- then they must make a Touch skill check.
ter understanding of the learner. Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from above. Compare this result with the TH on
the table below to understand the sensitivity of the
Thatching character’s touch at the moment:
Building, repairing, or modifying a roof is
Thatching. Whenever a roof must be built, repaired,
TH Exam ple
or modified, a Thatching skill check must be made. Be i ng ra pe d by a we l l -e ndowe d ogre i s
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier <2 5
obv i ous.
from Common Sense. Higher results correspond 2 5 -2 8 Be i ng pi nc he d i s obv i ous.
with a better Thatching. A ha nd pl a c e d on the shoul de r of the
2 9 -3 1
c ha ra c te r i s obv i ous.
Whi l e l y i ng i n the sha de , the hot sun on
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one pa rt of the body i s obv i ous.
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Tilemaking 33
A fe a the r be i ng dra g ge d a c ross the body
Building, repairing, or modifying tile is i s obv i ous.
3 4 -3 6 A fl y l a ndi ng on the c ha ra c te r i s obv i ous.
Tilemaking. Whenever a tile must be built, repaired,
3 7 -4 5 A si ngl e ha i r on the sk i n i s obv i ous.
or modified, a Tilemaking skill check must be made. A c ha nge of 1 o i n a i r te mpe ra ture i s
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier 4 6 -5 1
obv i ous.
from Common Sense. Higher results correspond Wi th e y e s c l ose d, the c ha ra c te r c a n pa ss
with a better Tilemaking. the i r e l bow through some smok e , sa y from
>5 1
i nc e nse , a nd fe e l the di ffe re nc e be twe e n
smok e a nd a i r.

Tinkering
Building, repairing, or modifying kitchen
utensils is Tinkering. Whenever kitchen utensils must
be built, repaired, or modified, a Tinkering skill check
must be made.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from Common Sense. Higher results correspond
with a better Tinkering.

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 Toxicology searching a forest for a poisonous plant. The exact
This skill allows a character to do several poison found is determined by the Aedile. A list of
things: find a poison, identify a poison, and to prop- poisons is provided in Chapter 17: Natural Substances.
erly extract or prepare a poison. This is not to be Identifying poison means that if a character beholds
confused with Herbalism, which is instead concerned a substance that they suspect is poisonous such as a
with the healing effects of plants on wounds or ail- tankard of beer handed to them by an immoral
ments. kobold, then they may possibly detect whether or
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier not the beer is poisoned. Finally, extracting poison
from the Intelligence ability. A separate check must refers to properly removing it from nature, such as
be made for finding, identifying, and extracting or from a spider’s sac. Preparing poison means to prop-
preparing poison. Finding poison means that the erly prepare the extracted poison, such as how much
character is attempting to find it in nature, such as to mix with what kind of liquids, such as beer.

TH Find Ide ntify Extrac t Pr e p a r e

<1 3 Nothi ng Nothi ng Sa mpl e r ui ne d Sa mpl e r ui ne d
13 Common Nothi ng Si mpl e E a sy
1 4 -1 5 Common O bv i ous Si mpl e E a sy
16 Common O bv i ous Si mpl e E a sy
17 Common O bv i ous Mode ra te E a sy
1 8 -1 9 Common O bv i ous Mode ra te Av e ra ge
20 Unc ommon O rdi na ry Di ffi c ul t Av e ra ge

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2 1 -2 3 Unc ommon O rdi na ry Di ffi c ul t Av e ra ge
2 4 -2 9 Ra re O bsc ure Di ffi c ul t Ha rd
>2 9 Ve ry Ra re O bsc ure Impossi bl e Ha rd

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 Tracking Trapping
If a character needs to track another crea- If a character has traps to set, then a check
ture, and knows that the trail before them is from of this skill will reveal how much food was trapped.
the creature that needs to be tracked, then a Track- Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
ing skill check is made. If a trail is not before them, from the Common Sense sub-ability. Note that the
then they must use the Search skill to find the trail following results represent using traps of average
initially, in which case the Aedile determines the TH. quality in average terrain under average conditions.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier If necessary, the Aedile will determine the creature(s)
from the Intelligence ability. The frequency of that was (were) trapped. Results are considered to
checks depends on the situation, and is determined be daily. Consult the table below:
by the Aedile. Unless otherwise stated, checks should
be made every hour, every half-hour if in twilight, TH Re s ult
every round in the dark, or every change of terrain. <9 Nothi ng
Otherwise, consult the table below to observe how 9 -1 2 Ha l f a me a l for 1 huma n
well or poorly the character tracked: 13 1 me a l s for 1 huma n
1 4 -1 5 2 me a l s for 1 huma n
16 3 me a l s for 1 huma n
TH Exam ple 17 4 me a l s for 1 huma n
Una bl e to tra c k footpri nts through 1 8 -1 9 5 me a l s for 1 huma n
<9
othe rwi se undi sturbe d snow. 20 6 me a l s for 1 huma n
Abl e to tra c k no l e ss tha n 3 se ts of foot- 2 1 -2 3 7 me a l s for 1 huma n
9 -1 6 pri nts i n one group ov e r a fi e l d a fte r ra i n- 2 4 -2 5 1 0 me a l s for 1 huma n
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fa l l . 2 6 -2 9 2 0 me a l s for 1 huma n
Abl e to tra c k 1 se t of footpri nts ov e r >2 9 4 0 me a l s for 1 huma n
1 7 -2 0
ma rshl a nd.
Abl e to tra c k 1 se t of footpri nts ov e r dry
2 1 -3 9
l a nd.
Abl e to tra c k the tra i l of a n a nt through
>3 9
a de se rt duri ng a sa ndstor m.

Transcribing
To translate 1 text into another language and
scribe it in the new language is to transcribe the text.
Whenever a transcription must be performed, a
Transcribing skill check must be made.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from the Language sub-ability. Higher results cor-
respond with a better Transcribing.

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 Trickery Tumble
Different than Persuasion, Trickery is a If a character needs to tuck and roll, then a
character’s skill at lying. If a character is attempting Tumble skill check must be rolled.
to lie to someone, then a Trickery skill check must Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
be made. Trickery is often combined with the Per- from the Agility sub-ability. Compare this number
suasion skill. with the TH below to understand how well or poorly
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the Skill Modi- a character tumbled:
fier from the Charisma ability. This number repre-
sents the believability of the character’s lie. To de- TH Exam ple
tect the attempted Trickery, the target creature makes <9 Cha ra c te r sl i ps a nd fa l l s to the ground.
an Intuition sub-ability check. If the results are Cha ra c te r tumbl e s 1 re v ol uti on, the n
higher for the trickster, then the target creature be- sta nds, but ta k e s a mome nt to re ga i n
9 -1 6
the i r ba l a nc e , suffe ri ng - 5 to Agi l i ty for
lieves the lie. If the results are higher for the target 1 round.
creature, then the lie has been detected. Cha ra c te r tumbl e s 1 re v ol uti on, the n
1 7 -2 0
sta nds, i f de si re d.
Cha ra c te r tumbl e s 2 re v ol uti ons, the n
2 1 -2 9
sta nds, i f de si re d.
Cha ra c te r tumbl e s 3 re v ol uti ons, the n
>2 9
sta nds, i f de si re d.

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NEC.TIMIDE.PROMITTE.TRAHUNT.
PROMISSA.PUELLAS.
POLLICITO.TESTES.QUOSLIBET.
ADDE.DEOS

Don't be shy of making promises;

women are fair game
For promise-makers; invoke
any god you care to name.

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 Urinating Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of
While every character is capable of Urinat- the modifiers from the Health and Hand-Eye Co-
ing, it requires skill to urinate accurately or to maxi- ordination sub-abilities. If aiming at a target, then
mize the distance of a stream of urine. Generally, the TH also represents CA.
this skill is for males, though under certain circum- 2 factors determine most variation in urina-
stances females may exercise their Urinating skill. tion: time elapsed since last urination and the weight
This is best left to the discretion of the Aedile. of the drink considered as a percent of body weight.
Whenever a character attempts to urinate on a tar- Consult the first table to determine a Urination
get, and urination requires accuracy or distance, a Modifier:
Urinating skill check is made.

Ur in ation M od ifie r
tim e \ % of b od y we ig h t 0 1 2 3 4 5 >5
1/ 2 h ou r - - - +3 +6 +9 + 12
1 h ou r - - +3 +6 +9 + 12 + 15
2 h ou r s +1 +3 +6 +9 + 12 + 15 + 18
4 h ou r s +2 +6 +9 + 12 + 15 + 18 + 21
8 h ou r s +3 +9 + 12 + 15 + 18 + 21 + 24
16 h ou r s +4 + 12 + 15 + 18 + 21 + 24 + 27
1 d ay +5 + 15 + 18 + 21 + 24 + 27 + 30
2 d ay s +6 + 18 + 21 + 24 + 27 + 30 + 33
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Next, apply the Urination Modifier to the skill check and consult the table below:
TH Exam ple D is tanc e D uration
<9 Do not ha v e to go - -
9 -1 3 Ti nk l e , ti nk l e 0 . 0 1 x He i ght x 1 d1 0 1 se c ond
1 4 -2 0 Mi nor stre a m 0 . 1 x He i ght x 1 d1 0 4 d4 se c onds
2 1 -2 9 Ma j or stre a m 0 . 2 x He i ght x 1 d1 0 6 d6 se c onds
>2 9 Fl ood 0 . 3 x He i ght x 1 d1 0 1 0 d1 0 se c onds

VIR.PRUDENS.NON.CONTRA.VENTUM.MINGIT

Wise men do not urinate against the wind.

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 Ventriloquism Weapon, General Type
If a character intends to throw their voice, All weapons fall into 1 of several categories:
making it seem to originate from somewhere else bows and crossbows; axes, clubs, and hammers;
nearby, then a Ventriloquism skill check must be knives; polearms; swords; and tools. Each time 5
made. SP is invested or accumulated in this skill, they serve
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of to negate the penalty.
the modifiers from the Intelligence ability and Enun- LC: Every melee combat in which this spe-
ciation sub-ability. Compare the result with the TH cific weapon is used, though no more than 1 com-
below to understand how well or poorly the charac- bat per day, lessens the LC by 2.
ter used Ventriloquism: Check: Roll to determine the body part at-
tacked. Then roll 3d10 and apply the average of the
TH D is tanc e Thrown modifiers from the sub-abilities that are determined
<9 1 i nc h by Weapon Type (see Weapons in Chap. 9: Equip-
9 -1 3 1 foot ment), which are S, SA, or A. Characters who use
1 4 -1 5 2 fe e t
16 3 fe e t
weapons of type S include the modifier for Hand-
17 5 fe e t Eye Coordination. Characters who use weapons
1 8 -1 9 1 0 fe e t of type SA include the modifiers for Hand-Eye
20 1 5 fe e t Coordination times 2, then add the modifier for
2 1 -2 3 2 5 fe e t Agility, and divide the sum by 3. Characters who
2 4 -2 9 5 0 fe e t
>2 9 1 0 0 fe e t
use weapons of type A include the modifiers for
Hand-Eye Coordination and Agility, divided by 2.

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A skill check with a General Type of Weapon means
that a weapon of that general type is being swung at
Wainwrighting a foe. For those who have never before swung this
A character who builds wagons is a wain- general type of weapon in combat or trained with
wright. Whenever a wagon is being built, a it, there is a - 5 penalty to the skill check. The TH is
Wainwrighting skill check must be made. the foe’s CA (Current Armor), though each weapon
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier has modifiers to hit certain types of armors and
from the Common Sense sub-ability. Higher re- must be included in the roll. Further, every 5 SP
sults correspond with a better quality wagon. invested or accumulated with a General Type of
Weapon beyond the first 5 will improve the skill
check by 1 for all weapons of that general type. The
TH may be increased simultaneously by both
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 Weapon, Specific LC: Every melee combat in which the
This skill applies individually to different weapon specified for this skill is used lessens the LC
weapons. For each weapon in which 5 SP have been by 2. No more than 1 combat per day may lessen
invested, the weapon may be used in combat with- the LC.
out penalty. Some occupations (see Chap. 7: Occupa- Check: Roll to determine the body part at-
tion) grant 1 or more Weapon (Specific) skills. Con- tacked. Roll 3d10 and apply the average of the modi-
sider these granted skills as though 5 free SP have fiers from the sub-abilities that are determined by
been invested. Weapon Type (see Weapons in Chap. 9: Equipment),
A popular method has been developed for which are S, SA, or A. Characters who use weapons
combat1. Although the method was developed ini- of type S include the modifier for Hand-Eye Coor-
tially with the bastard sword, the techniques may be dination. Characters who use weapons of type SA
used with every melee weapon. After the inventor include the modifiers for Hand-Eye Coordination
died, pupils began writing down the methods of the times 2, then add the modifier for Agility, and di-
master. vide the sum by 3. Characters who use weapons of
Although the entire system cannot be de- type A include the modifiers for Hand-Eye Coordi-
tailed here, the basics are introduced. Hacking at- nation and Agility, divided by 2. A skill check with a
tacks either come from above or below. Hacking specific weapon means that a specific weapon is
attacks are either powerful attacks made from the being used against a foe. For those who have never
shoulder and body, medium attacks made from the used this particular weapon in combat or trained
elbow, or harassing attacks made from the wrist and with it, there is a penalty of - 5 to the skill check.
hand. When hacking from left to right, the attacker The base TH is the foe’s CA (Current Ar-
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steps forward with the left foot as the target is mor). Now, consider that each weapon has modifi-
hacked. ers to hit certain types of armors; these modifiers
Stabbing attacks either come from above or affect the skill check. Further, every 5 SP invested
below. Stabs are usually aimed at the navel, groin, or accumulated with a Specific Weapon beyond the
chest, face, thighs, feet, or wrists. first 5 will improve the skill check by 1. The TH
Guards are common positions, though they may be increased simultaneously by both Weapon
are not static but usually entered and abandoned (Specific) and Weapon (General).
continually. The guards are good positions from This skill does not increase damage. An extra
which to initiate or receive an attack. Roughly one- attack per round may be gained for each 20 SP in-
third of all attacks made in this system are Brawling vested in an Agility-based or ‘A’ weapon, 100 SP in-
Disarm, or Wrestling. These are blended with vested in a Strength-based or ‘S’ weapon, or 30 SP
weapon attacks to regain proper combat distance, invested in a ‘SA’ weapon.
imbalancing a foe, or disarming the foe.
Provided an attacker is wearing a gauntlet, a
sword may be reversed so that the blade is held and
the pommel is pounded onto the foe. This is called
a ‘murder stroke.’ Polearms are often used to trip
foes. If the end of a polearm gets beyond a foe,
then it may be used to pull them toward the attacker,
or to trip them.

1. The method mentioned was developed by Johannes Liechtenauer, a medieval German swordsman, who lived during the
1300’s. Information has been obtained from Medieval Combat by Hans Talhoffer. For more information, see the References
section at the end of this book.

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 Weapon Mastery Weaponsmithing
After investing at least 15 SP into a specific Crafting weapons is not an easy task. Be-
weapon and 5 SP into Weapon Mastery in that fore any weapon may be crafted, the character must
weapon, mastery may be claimed regarding that have access to the necessary tools, including a forge.
weapon. Weapon Mastery grants: an increased like- LC: For each weapon that the character has
lihood of Graphic Gore and a decreased likelihood never before crafted, the LC is 16. Each time a
of Fumbles. The range for Graphic Gore is doubled, weapon is made successfully, the LC improves by 2.
and the range for Fumbles is halved. Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
from Spatial Intelligence. Each weapon crafted re-
quires a Weaponsmithing skill check. The TH af-
Weapon Trick fects Base Craft Time (BCT). Consult the table
With this skill, the character has mastered a below:
trick with a specific weapon. The trick may have 1
of 3 effects, though it must be determined when TH BCT Q uality
the trick is learned, not for each usage of the trick. < 9 + ( 3 d1 0 0 ) % - (5 d2 0 )%
The 3 effects include: increase damage on 1 attack 9 + ( 2 d1 0 0 ) % - ( 4 d2 0 )%
10 + (1 d1 0 0 )% - (3 d2 0 )%
per 2 rounds of the character’s choice by 10%, in- 11 + (4 d2 0 )% - (2 d2 0 )%
crease the skill check with the specific weapon when 1 2 -1 3 + (2 d2 0 )% - (1 d2 0 )%
attacking 1 attack per round of the character’s choice 1 4 -1 5 + (1 d2 0 )% - (1 d1 2 )%
by 10%, or bedazzle foes as well as onlookers. Any 1 6 + ( 1 d1 0 ) % - (1 d1 0 )%
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round that a character is performing a Weapon Trick,
1 8 -2 3 - (1 d1 0 )% + (1 d1 0 )%
their Current Armor suffers a - 3 penalty. 2 4 -2 9 - (1 d2 0 )% + (1 d2 0 )%
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier >2 9 - (2 d2 0 )% + (1 d1 0 0 )%
from the Hand-Eye Coordination sub-ability. A
check may be made once per 2 rounds. The TH
varies with the complexity of the trick. The Aedile Note that metal, non-edged weapons are
will assign a permanent TH to the Weapon Trick. functional at 50% of BCT, though at this time the
metal is still black, unpolished, and marred by blows
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 Weather Prediction Wheelwrighting
Predicting the weather can be very handy A character who builds wheels is a wheel-
for sailors and navigators, as well as guides in the wright. Whenever a wheel is being built, a
wilderness, and towns along rivers in spring. Wheelwrighting skill check must be made.
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
the modifiers from the sub-abilities of Common from the Spatial Intelligence sub-ability. Higher re-
Sense and Reflection. By singular humanoid obser- sults correspond with a better quality wheel.
vation, it is possible to predict the exact weather
conditions in the next hour (TH 10), 6 hours (TH
13), 12 hours (TH 16), day (TH 18), 2 days (TH 22), Wilderness Lore
or 3 days (TH 25). Different from the related skills of nature,
Wilderness Lore permits a character knowledge per-
tinent to survival in the wilderness, such as subtle-
Weaving ties like which side of a tree moss grows on, or how
This is skill concerning the interlacing of to avoid being smelt downwind.
thread into cloth. Raw materials for weaving in- Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier
clude thread made from animal hairs such as wool, from the Intelligence ability. The Aedile must de-
camel hair, rabbit hair, a vegetable fiber such as hemp, termine the TH based on the difficulty of the check
and a leaf fiber. Many fine tapestries and rugs are to be made. As a reference point, refer to the fol-
woven by those who know this skill. lowing table:
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LC: Initially, weaving by hand yields a LC

of 16, though the LC improves by 2 with every com- TH Exam ple
pleted attempt, whether successful or not. Weaving 9 Imi ta te a ni ma l sound
Knowl e dge of wha t a ni ma l s a re i ndi ge nous
with the hand loom has a LC of 13, which improves 16
i n the c urre nt ha bi ta t
by 2 with every completed effort. Knowl e dge of whi c h l oc a l pl a nts a re
17
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the modifier e di bl e
from the Common Sense sub-ability. Weaving may Av oi d be i ng sme l t by nor ma l wi l de rne ss
20
a ni ma l s
be done either by hand (TH 14) or by an ancient
machine known as the hand loom (TH 13), though
artistic pictorial weaves such as tapestries increase
the TH by 3, due to the exactness of the finished
product and the fact that tapestries differ from nor-
mal weaving in that they have no weft or horizontal
thread spanning the width of the product. No more
than 12 threads per inch may be attained. Each
weaver produces an average of 3 square feet of cloth
in an average 12-hour day of work. If multiple char-
acters weave together as a team, then only the high-
est roll from the group is considered for the skill
check.

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 Wrestling 4. Headlock - The foe’s head is trapped be-
Whenever 2 or more characters grapple with tween arms or legs and the foe may attempt escape
each other in close quarters, not to exchange blows with a successful Wrestling skill check at TH 20. If
but to force a submission, a Wrestling skill check failed, then the grappler may snap the foe’s little neck,
must be made. reducing their LP to 0, and their eyes will bulge. Oth-
Check: Roll 3d10 and apply the average of erwise, the grappler may continue their submission
the modifiers from the Strength and Agility sub- hold and administer 2d8 subdual damage per round,
abilities. All characters involved in an immediate unless the foe escapes the lock, though the TH in-
fray must roll a Wrestling skill check. If the results creases by 3 per round.
are within 3 of each other among foes, then they
are gridlocked, unable to enact any effective maneu- 5. Ankle lock - Foe’s ankle is trapped between
ver for the round. If 2 or more attempt to wrestle arms or legs and the foe may attempt escape with a
a foe, then the only result is overbearing. Other- successful Wrestling skill check at TH 18. If failed,
wise, the character with the highest roll (and exceed- then the grappler may break the foe’s ankle, reduc-
ing by 3) wins, must now roll 1d20, and consult the ing their Sprint and Agility to 15%, as well as ad-
following table: ministering 2d10 damage. Otherwise, the grappler
may continue their submission hold and administer
1. Head-butt - 1d4 subdual damage 2d8 subdual damage per round, unless the foe es-
capes the lock, though the TH increases by 3 per
2. Bear-hug - The foe has their arms trapped round.
at their sides while the grappler squeezes the foe’s

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torso with their arms for everything they have. The 6. Wrist lock - Foe’s wrist is trapped in an awk-
foe may attempt escape with a Wrestling skill check ward position and the foe may attempt escape with
at TH 14, assuming their Strength scores are equal. a successful Wrestling skill check at TH 13. If failed,
Otherwise, apply the difference between these scores then the grappler may break their wrist, reducing
to the TH in the appropriate direction. If the check their Hand-Eye Coordination to 30%, as well as ad-
fails, then the foe loses 10% of their Strength each ministering 2d6 damage. Otherwise, the grappler
round until they pass out. If freed, then Strength may continue their submission hold and administer
returns at the same rate taken. 2d4 subdual damage per round, unless the foe es-
capes the lock, though the TH increases by 3 per
3. Hammerlock - 1 of the foe’s arms is braced round.
behind their middle back against their will and they
are helpless from behind while standing (01-30%) 7. Suplex (released) - The foe is grabbed around
or preferably braced on the ground or against some- the waist, whether arms are trapped or not and
thing solid (31-100%). The foe may attempt escape whether grabbed from behind or the front, hoisted
by making a successful Wrestling skill check with into the air and hurled backwards (grappler’s Dead
TH 14. If failed, then the grappler may break the Lift for Strength must exceed the foe’s weight by
foe’s arm, administering 2d8 damage and reducing 20%), and dropped on their head (01-20%), stom-
their Agility to 70%. Otherwise, the grappler may ach (21-50%), or back (51-100%). This maneuver
continue their submission hold and administer 2d6 administers 1d20 damage if on the head, or 1d20
subdual damage per round, unless the foe escapes subdual to the body.
the lock, though the TH increases by 2 if standing
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 8. Leg lock - The foe’s leg is trapped between 12. Overbearing - To overbear a foe is to take
the grappler’s arms or legs and the foe may attempt them to the ground and pin them so that struggling
escape with a successful Wrestling skill check at TH against a hold is futile. Overbearing is determined
16. If failed, then the grappler may break the foe’s by weight and Wrestling skill. To determine if a
leg, reducing their Sprint and Agility to 10%, as well grappler overbears a foe, the grappler must:
as administering 2d12 damage. Otherwise, the grap-
pler may continue their submission hold and admin- 1. Subtract the sum of all foe’s weight from
ister 2d10 subdual damage per round, unless the foe the sum of all grappler’s weight.
escapes the lock, though the TH increases by 3 per 2. Divide the difference by the sum of all
round. grappler’s weight.
3. Multiply the result by 30.
9. Arm bar - The foe’s arm is trapped between 4. Apply the average of all grappler’s Wres-
the grappler’s arms or legs and the foe may attempt tling Skill Modifier to the result.
escape with a successful Wrestling skill check at TH
18. If failed, then the grappler may break the foe’s Finally, the grappler and the foe must both
arm, reducing their Agility to 70%, as well as admin- roll 3d10. The grappler applies the result from above
istering 2d8 damage. Otherwise, the grappler may to their roll, and the foe applies only their Wrestling
continue their submission hold and administer 2d6 Skill Modifier to their roll. The highest number wins.
subdual damage per round, unless the foe escapes If the grappler wins by a margin larger than 8, then
the lock, though the TH increases by 3 per round. the foe is overbeared. If the foe wins by a margin
larger than 8, then the grappler failed to overbear
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10. Belly-to-back suplex - The grappler has them. If both results are within 8 of each other,
grabbed the foe from behind, grasping their torso then neither wins and both are gridlocked, unable
and the ‘outside’ arm, depending on which way the to break free for the round.
grappler decides to thrash the foe. For example, Multiple grapplers may attempt to overbear
thrashing a foe to the right would require the grap- a foe. Since the odds of initiative suggest that grap-
pler to grasp the foe’s left arm (outside arm) so that plers will attempt to overbear a foe at different times
they are unable to block their fall, and vice versa. in a round, all grapplers with an initiative within 33
The foe suffers 2d6 subdual damage unless this ac- of the grappler with the highest initiative will at-
tion is tastelessly performed upon a rock or some tempt to overbear the foe as a unit (follow the 4-
other solid bodily receptacle, which permits normal step procedure above). The effective initiative for
damage. the group is the initiative of the slowest member.
If the foe is overbeared already, then additional grap-
11. Scissors lock - The grappler has their legs plers will simply add their weight and the average of
wrapped around the foe’s sides while the grappler their Wrestling Skill Modifier to the 4-step proce-
squeezes the foe’s torso with their legs for every- dure above. If the foe is gridlocked by the 1st grap-
thing they have. The foe may attempt escape with a pler or unit of grapplers, then the 2nd grappler sim-
Wrestling skill check at TH 16, assuming their ply adds their weight and the average of the grap-
Strength scores are equal. Otherwise, apply the dif- pler Wrestling Skill Modifiers regarding the 4-step
ference between these scores to the TH in the ap- procedure above.
propriate direction. If the check fails, then the foe
loses 10% of their Strength each round until they
pass out. If freed, then Strength returns at the same
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 If a foe is grappled before their initiative, 13. Brawling - Roll 1d100 and consult the table
then the foe is allowed to make either a Brawling for the Brawling skill to determine location and dam-
attack or a Strength sub-ability check versus the grap- age.
pler, or 1 of the grapplers. If multiple grapplers
have overbeared a foe, then 1 of the grapplers must 14. Belly-to-belly suplex - The grappler has
be selected randomly. If the foe succeeds in either grabbed the foe from the front, grasping their torso
the Brawling attack or Strength check, then the ran- and the ‘inside’ arm, depending on which way the
domly selected grappler is no longer in the gridlock. grappler decided to thrash the foe. For example,
If Graphic Gore (see Chap. 10: Combat) occurs against thrashing a foe to the right would require the grap-
the grappler, or the grappler has been smitten, then pler to grasp the foe’s left arm (inside arm) so that
the grappler loses their next attack. they are unable to block their fall, and vice versa.
If a human male successfully overbears a The foe suffers 2d8 subdual damage and also tem-
female, then it is possible that rape may occur. If a porarily stunning them for 1d6 rounds unless this
male seeks to have his way with a female at her ex- action is tastelessly pulverized upon a rock or some
pense and whether she likes it or not, then he may other solid bodily receptacle, which permits normal
attempt to Intimidate her to allow him to rape her damage instead of subdual.
without resistance. On the other hand, he may be
enraged or prefer to continue without asking. If an 15. Suplex (unreleased) - The foe is grabbed
Intimidation skill check is successful, then double around the waist, whether arms are trapped or not
the effective weight difference used in Overbearing and whether grabbed from behind or the front,
above. In any case, he will have to overcome her hoisted into the air, hurled backwards (grappler’s

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clothing or armor. If naked, there is no modifier to Dead Lift for Strength must exceed the foe’s weight
the Rape roll. If either of them is wearing clothes, by 20%), and dropped on their head. This maneu-
then the Rape roll suffers a - 2 penalty, - 6 for both. ver causes 3d10 damage. The foe may attempt to
If either wears light armor, then the Rape roll suf- escape the grappler’s grasp with a Wrestling skill
fers a - 3 penalty, - 6 for both. If either wears me- check at TH 14, assuming their Strength scores are
dium armor, then the Rape roll suffers a - 6 penalty, equal. Otherwise, apply the difference between these
- 9 for both. If either wears heavy armor, then the scores to the TH in the appropriate direction. If
Rape roll suffers a - 9 penalty, - 18 for both. the check fails, then the foe loses 40% of their
The Rape roll consists of rolling 3d10, and Strength each round a successful suplex is given until
the rapist wants to roll higher than 1/3rd of the they pass out. If freed, then Strength returns at the
weight difference as used in Overbearing, doubled same rate taken.
by Intimidation if used, and the roll is modified by
clothing or armor. If the roll fails, then the female 16. Choking - The foe may attempt to escape
manages to escape from the clutches of the rapist, with a successful Wrestling check at TH 18. Each
and 80% of the time manages to land a Brawling round of being choked, the foe loses 10% of their
blow with Graphic Gore either to the Manhood (01- potential LP in subdual damage. The choker may
50%) or testes (51-100%) of the would-be rapist. make a Crush Windpipe Check, which is TH 30 -
Further, if the roll fails then she either escapes prior (choker’s Strength Skill Modifier - foe’s Strength Skill
to penetration (01-60%) or during the violation (61- Modifier). If the choker crushes the windpipe of
100%). If the roll is successful, then the male does the foe, then the foe no longer needs to be choked
with her as he likes. manually, but will continue to lose LP and Strength
until they die, unless somehow saved. If the wind-
pipe is not crushed, then after the 1st round of chok-
ing the foe loses (2d10)% of their Strength sub-abil-
ity points. The next round, the foe may again at-
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 the foe loses (4d10)% of their remaining Strength. 18. Eye-gouge - If intended to kill, roll 1d20
The 3rd round of choking, the foe may attempt to for damage and apply appropriate modifiers. If in-
escape with TH 28. If failed, then the foe loses tended for submission, administer 1d10 subdual
(6d10)% of their remaining Strength. The 4th round, damage, and the foe must roll TH 17 to escape. If
the foe may not attempt escape at all. If still con- failed, again administer 1d10 subdual damage and
scious, then the foe loses (8d10)% of their Strength. the foe must meet or exceed TH 24 to escape. If
This pattern may be continued if desired or deemed this is failed, then the foe must pass a Health sub-
necesssary by the choker. ability check at TH 24 or pass out for 1d100 min-
utes. If passed, then the foe may not escape now,
17. Fish-hook - The grappler has successfully but will take 1d10 subdual damage every round and
wedged a finger into each side of the foe’s mouth, must pass a Health sub-ability check at TH 25 to
outside of their biting range, and begun pulling apart remain conscious.
as though the grappler wants the side of the foe’s
lips to touch their ears. The foe may, however, at- 19. New move - Though the grappler has never
tempt to escape, though they need to have a higher seen or heard of this move before, it has forced the
Strength score by 10 points than the grappler. To foe into submission at the mercy of the grappler.
escape, both combatants make a Strength check. If
the the foe’s roll is higher, then they escape. This 20. Winner’s Choice - Any of the above Wres-
vicious maneuver will never be forgotten, and if suc- tling techniques may be chosen.
cessful, administers 3d6 points of humiliating facial
damage each round it is applied. Each round of
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successful fish-hooking, the foe’s Facial Charisma

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 Chapter 9: Equipment

Chapter 9: Equipment
Herein lie the goods that characters may ing its integrity -- in other words, falling to pieces or
purchase. Starting funds for characters were deter- being destroyed. If damage is done to a living crea-
mined by Social Class (see Chap. 6: Sociality). Every- ture, then the damage is considered BPP or LP (see
thing in the following lists may be purchased by char- Chap. 10: Combat). However, if damage is done to
acters, provided the Aedile declares it to be available an object, then it is considered IP. Therefore, every
and for sale. The prices in this chapter are recom- item in this chapter has a number of IP listed for it.
mended as averages; the prices for goods may vary When an item is reduced to 0 IP, it is destroyed,
depending on the culture, degree of urbanity, and useless, broken, or whatever is most appropriate.
availability. Equipment that is not new is most of- Note that some items, such as aprons, are
ten sold for half-price. very susceptible to some types of damage, such as
In order, this chapter introduces currency, a slashing or burning, but not to pounding; in fact,
table that lists common equipment for characters, you can pound an apron all day and are unlikely to
then 3 weapon tables (melee, miscellaneous, and ruin its integrity. For this reason, IP for items are
missile), miscellaneous equipment, armor, encum- listed in 3 forms, separated by slashes. They are:
brance, and carrying capacity. hacking/pounding/burning. If an object is dam-
aged by different means, then the Aedile may assign
an appropriate modifier.
Integrity Points If an item is damaged, then IP’s should be
deducted. For example, if a combatant who wears
Every object or item has a given number of
armor barely escapes damage, then their armor may
Integrity Points (IP). While unlikely to come up in
be damaged. It is unrealistic for armor not to be
every game, sometimes it is relevant to know how
damaged in combat. IP’s help to maintain realism.
many points of damage an item can take before los-

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 Currency
Currency1 exists in 2 main forms: coins and bullion. While different kingdoms or states may put
different seals on their currency, usually imprints of the images of gods or rulers, over the years all have
adopted identical measures for the minting of coins and bullion. All coins are the same weight, 1/8th of
an ounce. 1 pound in weight is equal to 240 coins. As for gold or silver bullion, a bar equals 1 pound and
has the same value as 240 corresponding coins. The dimensions of bars are 3” x 2” x 2”. Coins are as
follows:

Coin Equivale nt IP: H/P/B Com m on Us e D iam e te r Thic kne s s

1 gol d pi e c e (g. p. ) 2 0 si l v e r pi e c e s (s. p. ) 1 /1 /1 5 Nobi l i ty a nd Roy a l ty 1 4 /1 6 ” 1 /1 6 ”
1 e l e c tr um pi e c e (e . p. ) 1 0 si l v e r pi e c e s (s. p. ) 2 /2 /1 2 Anc i e nt Hoa rds 1 3 /1 6 ” 1 /1 6 ”
1 si l v e r pi e c e (s. p. ) 4 c oppe r pi e c e s (c . p. ) 3 /3 /1 0 Sl a v e s, Pe a sa nts, Se rfs 1 2 /1 6 ” 1 /1 6 ”
1 c oppe r pi e c e (c . p. ) 4 bronze pi e c e s (b. p. ) 4 /4 /8 Anc i e nt Hoa rds 1 1 /1 6 ” 1 /1 6 ”
1 bronze pi e c e (b. p. ) 1 bronze pi e c e (b. p. ) 5 /5 /1 0 Anc i e nt Hoa rds 1 0 /1 6 ” 1 /1 6 ”

Of the coins listed above, only silver pieces may also be a peasant residence. These structures
(s.p.) and gold pieces (g.p.) are in circulation. Elec- are built to last about 20 years before needing to be
trum pieces (e.p.), copper pieces (c.p.), and bronze torn down and rebuilt. Few peasants ever travel far
pieces (b.p.) are not in circulation, though they may from their homes.
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be found in ancient treasure hoards. If the propor- Serfs are free citizens who live in communi-
tion of silver to gold in a coin is higher than 1/5th, ties equal in size to, or larger than, a town. Those
then it is an e.p., not a g.p. It is believed that all gold who own land typically have a long house that may
in circulation could be melted down into an area of average 50’ in length. Most serfs earn less than 1
2 yards cubed. Since few g.p. exist, s.p. is the com- g.p. per day, and use their earnings to purchase and
mon currency. All equipment prices are listed in pay slaves.
s.p. Nobility, of course, usually earns at least 1
To put currency in perspective, the average g.p. per day, and often more, though they are paid
human character is a peasant. Most peasants struggle most often with s.p. A noble is far from an average
to earn enough to feed themselves and their family, character.
earning several s.p. for a day’s labor. Out of the While coins are the popular currency for
family’s earnings, peasants usually purchase beer and most trade, bullion is usually reserved for large pur-
bread as the daily staple, and some enjoy nothing chases between kingdoms or states. The presence
else. Most peasants wear the same clothes through- of bullion usually indicates royal or stolen royal prop-
out the year; poverty means struggling to survive. erty.
Peasants live in hamlets or villages, are not free, and Finally, before listing equipment, it may be
belong to a lord. In larger communities, slaves may helpful to note that there are 16 ounces in a pound
be more common than citizens. Typically, peasants and 2,000 pounds or 250 gallons in a ton. Equip-
live in single-room huts that are often 16’ x 12’, or ment is numbered to facilitate determining Plunder
2-room cottages measuring 33’ x 13’. A byrne (barn) in Chapter 14: Treasure.

1. The system of currency has been developed after considering ancient and medieval European currency. The silver piece is
based on the Carolingian denier (d.) and Slovak Grosh, which evolved from the Roman denarius. The gold piece is based on
the Venetian ducat. The other coins are based on coins from ancient Rome, Greece, and the Celts. Samples of at least 45 coins
of each type were averaged to deduce diameter. In history, many aspects of coins differed with time and place, including alloy,
size, weight, and worth. The currency system in F.A.T.A.L. is generalized from history and is a broad representation of
medieval and ancient European currency.

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 Equipm e nt, Com m on
Ite m Cos t We ight (lbs .) IP: H/P/B
1 . Anv i l , Iron 2 0 0 s. p. 100 1 0 , 0 0 0 /1 0 , 0 0 0 /1 0 , 0 0 0
2 . Apron 3 s. p. 1 1 /NA/1
3 . Ba l l a nti on 2 s. p. 1 1 /NA/1
4 . Ba c k pa c k , l e a the r 1 0 s. p. 2 5 /NA/1 0
5 . Ba c k pa c k , stra w 4 s. p. 1 2 /4 /1
6 . Ba nde a ux 2 s. p. 1 1 /NA/1
7 . Ba rre l 1 5 s. p. 30 5 0 /2 5 /1 5
8 . Be d, c a nopy 3 0 0 s. p. 300 6 0 /6 0 /2 0
9 . Be d, doubl e 1 0 0 s. p. 150 5 0 /5 0 /1 5
1 0 . Be d, si ngl e 5 0 s. p. 90 4 0 /4 0 /1 0
1 1 . Be l t, l e a the r 3 s. p. 1 5 /NA/5
1 2 . Be l t, c ha sti ty 5 0 s. p. 5 3 0 /3 0 /7 0
1 3 . Be nc h 3 0 s. p. 15 4 0 /4 0 /1 0
1 4 . Bi t a nd bri dl e 1 0 s. p. 4 2 /5 /2
1 5 . Bl a nk e t, fur 5 s. p. 3 6 /NA/3
1 6 . Bl a nk e t, wool 4 s. p. 3 5 /NA/2
1 7 . Book , 1 0 0 bl a nk pa ge s 2 0 0 s. p. 20 7 /2 0 /2
1 8 . Book c a se (4 ’ x 1 ’ x 8 ’ ) 3 0 s. p. 100 4 0 /4 0 /1 0
1 9 . Boots, c a l f 2 0 s. p. 3 3 /NA/3

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2 0 . Boots, k ne e 3 0 s. p. 4 4 /NA/4
2 1 . Boots, thi gh 4 0 s. p. 5 5 /NA/5
2 2 . Bowl 3 s. p. 1 2 /4 /5
2 3 . Bra c e rs, l e a the r 1 0 s. p. 2 2 /NA/5
2 4 . Bre e c he s 4 s. p. 2 3 /NA/2
2 5 . Brooc h 9 s. p. 2 ounc e s 4 /2 /5
2 6 . Buc k e t, me ta l 6 s. p. 3 2 0 /2 0 /1 0 0
2 7 . Buc k e t, wood 4 s. p. 2 1 5 /1 0 /5
2 8 . Ca ndl e , 1 2 ” x 1 ” 1 s. p. 4 ounc e s 1 /1 /3
2 9 . Ca ndl e , 1 0 ” x 3 ” 2 s. p. 2 2 /2 /5
3 0 . Ca ndl e , 8 ” x 6 ” 4 s. p. 5 4 /4 /8
3 1 . Ca ne , wa l k i ng 3 s. p. 3 3 /5 /5
3 2 . Ca pe , l a c e rna 3 0 s. p. 3 5 /NA/2
3 3 . Ca pe , pa e nul a 3 0 s. p. 3 5 /NA/2
3 4 . Ca pe , bi rr us 3 0 s. p. 3 5 /NA/2
3 5 . Ca ul dron 3 0 0 s. p. 200 1 , 0 0 0 /1 , 0 0 0 /1 0 , 0 0 0
3 6 . Cha i r 1 0 s. p. 10 2 0 /2 0 /8
3 7 . Cha l k , 1 pi e c e 1 s. p. 1 ounc e 1 /1 /1
3 8 . Cha mbe r pot 1 0 s. p. 5 5 0 /3 0 /1 5 0
3 9 . Che mi se 2 0 s. p. 3 4 /NA/2
4 0 . Che st, wood 5 0 s. p. 25 5 0 /2 5 /1 5
4 1 . Cl oa k 2 5 s. p. 3 5 /NA/2
4 2 . Coa l , l ump of 1 s. p. 2 ounc e s 1 /1 /3
4 3 . Condom 1 s. p. 2 ounc e s 1 /2 /1
4 4 . Di c e , pa i r of 2 s. p. 1 ounc e 3 /2 /4
4 5 . Di c e , pa i r of l oa de d 5 s. p. 1 ounc e 3 /2 /4
4 6 . Di l do 3 s. p. 4 3 0 /2 0 /2 0 0
4 7 . Door, 6 ’ x 3 ’ 5 0 s. p. 20 3 0 /3 0 /1 0
4 8 . Dre ss, nobl e 3 0 0 s. p. 3 5 /NA/2
4 9 . Fi shi ng ne t, 2 5 sq. ft. 1 0 s. p. 5 2 /NA/2
5 0 . Fl a sk 4 s. p. 8 ounc e s 1 /1 /1 0
5 1 . Fl i nt 2 s. p. 1 5 /5 /5

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Ite m Cos t We ight (lbs .) IP: H/P/B
5 2 . Fl ute , wood 3 0 s. p. 1 2 /1 /3
5 3 . Ga rte r 5 0 s. p. 1 1 /NA/1
5 4 . Gl ov e s, l e a the r 1 0 s. p. 1 2 /NA/5
5 5 . Gobl e t 3 s. p. 1 3 /3 /3
5 6 . Ha t 9 s. p. 1 2 /NA/2
5 7 . Horn 1 0 s. p. 7 3 /2 /2 0
5 8 . Horse shoe s 6 s. p. 12 3 0 /2 0 /1 0 0
5 9 . Inc e nse sti c k 1 s. p. 1 ounc e 1 /1 /2
6 0 . Ink , 1 v i a l 5 0 s. p. 1 fl ui d ounc e 1 /1 /3
6 1 . Ke ttl e , i ron 1 5 s. p. 5 1 0 0 /1 0 0 /5 , 0 0 0
6 2 . La dde r, 1 0 ’ 8 s. p. 20 1 /1 /3
6 3 . La nte rn 5 0 s. p. 3 2 /1 /1 0
6 4 . Loc k a nd k e y 4 0 s. p. 3 5 /5 /4 0
6 5 . Loc k -pi c k i ng tool s 5 0 s. p. 2 5 /5 /4 0
6 6 . Lute 8 0 s. p. 3 2 /1 /3
6 7 . Ma na c l e s, a r m 2 0 s. p. 8 5 0 /3 0 /1 5 0
6 8 . Ma na c l e s, l e g 2 5 s. p. 10 6 0 /4 0 /1 7 5
6 9 . Ma rbl e s, ba g of 3 0 2 s. p. 1 7 0 /3 0 /2 0 0
7 0 . Ma ttre ss 3 0 s. p. 50 1 0 0 /1 0 0 /1 0
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7 1 . Mi rror, pol i she d i ron 8 0 s. p. 2 2 0 /2 0 /1 0 0

7 2 . O i l fl a sk 2 0 s. p. 2 1 /1 /5
7 3 . Pa pe r 2 0 s. p. 1 ounc e 1 /NA/1
7 4 . Pi l l ow 7 s. p. 2 2 /NA/2
7 5 . Pi pe s, musi c a l 2 0 s. p. 3 1 /1 /5
7 6 . Pl ow 3 0 s. p. 30 2 /2 /5
7 7 . Pouc h, be l t 6 s. p. 1 2 /NA/8
7 8 . Robe 1 0 s. p. 5 3 /NA/3
7 9 . Rope , pe r 5 0 ’ 1 0 s. p. 10 3 /NA/3
8 0 . Ru g 8 s. p. 3 1 0 /NA/5
8 1 . Sa c k 2 s. p. 4 ounc e s 2 /NA/2
8 2 . Sa ddl e 3 0 s. p. 20 1 0 /1 0 0 /3 0
8 3 . Sa ddl e bl a nk e t 3 s. p. 1 5 /NA/2
8 4 . Sa ddl e ba gs 1 0 s. p. 8 5 /NA/1 0
8 5 . Sa nda l s 4 s. p. 1 2 /NA/5
8 6 . Sa w 2 4 s. p. 20 5 0 /3 0 /5 0
8 7 . Sc onc e , wa l l 3 s. p. 4 4 0 /2 0 /1 0 0
8 8 . Sc rol l 4 0 s. p. 3 1 /NA/1
8 9 . Sc rol l c a se 5 0 s. p. 8 ounc e s 5 /5 /1 0
9 0 . She e ts 5 s. p. 3 3 /NA/2
9 1 . Shi rt 4 s. p. 2 3 /NA/2
9 2 . Shoe s 1 0 s. p. 2 4 /NA/5
9 3 . Shoe s, c l ogs 1 3 s. p. 4 6 /1 0 /6
9 4 . Shoe s, fe l t 2 5 s. p. 2 3 /NA/4
9 5 . Spi k e , 8 ” i ron 2 s. p. 3 7 5 /1 , 0 0 0 /1 5 0
9 6 . Stool 8 s. p. 6 2 0 /2 0 /8
9 7 . Sundi a l 5 0 s. p. 50 5 /3 /1 0 0
9 8 . Sundi a l , poc k e t 7 5 s. p. 2 1 /1 /5 0
9 9 . Sy mbol , re l i gi ous 1 0 s. p. 1 5 /5 /4 0
1 0 0 . Ta bl e , 5 ’ x 3 ’ 5 0 s. p. 100 3 0 /3 0 /1 0
1 0 1 . Ta nk a rd 2 s. p. 1 5 /5 /5
1 0 2 . Ta pe stry 5 s. p. /sqr. foot. 1 /sqr. foot 1 0 /NA/5

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Ite m Cos t We ight (lbs .) IP: H/P/B
103. Te nt for 2 huma ns 6 0 s. p. 20 5 /-/2
104. Torc h 1 s. p. 1 4 /6 /5
105. Trouse rs 6 s. p. 1 1 /-/1
106. Tub, woode n 4 0 s. p. 75 3 0 /3 0 /1 0
107. Unde rshi rt 5 s. p. 1 1 /-/1
108. Unde rwe a r 4 s. p. 1 1 /-/1
109. Uri ne , a ge d 1 0 s. p. 1 ga l l on 1 /1 /2 0 0
110. Vi a l 4 s. p. 4 ounc e s 1 /1 /8
111. Wa te r, hol y, 1 v i a l of 6 0 s. p. 1 fl ui d ounc e 1 /1 /8
112. Wa te r, unhol y, 1 v i a l of 6 0 s. p. 1 fl ui d ounc e 1 /1 /8
113. Whi stl e , si gna l 9 s. p. 4 ounc e s 2 /3 /1 5
114. Wi g 4 0 s. p. 1 1 /-/1
115. Wi ne sk i n 6 s. p. 1 2 /-/4

Anvil, iron: This is a heavy iron block on Backpack, straw: This is straw woven to-
which metal is shaped by hammering or forging. gether to allow storage within. 2 leather straps al-
BCT is 2 days for a blacksmith. low characters to affix this pack to their back. This
Apron: This is a piece of cloth used during pack, though cheaper, is not as sturdy as a leather
cooking to protect one’s clothing. BCT is 1/4 day backpack. BCT is 1 day for a weaver.

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for a tailor. Bandeaux: This is a strip of cloth used by
Ballantion: This is a little bag for holding females to support and bind their breasts. A
money that is hung on a cord about the neck. A bandeaux is wrapped around their upper torso. BCT
ballantion can hold up to 10 coins. BCT is 40 day is 1/4 day for a tailor.
for a tanner. Barrel: This is a round bulging vessel of
Backpack, leather: This is leather sewn to- greater length than breadth that is usually made of
gether to allow storage within. 2 straps allow char- staves bound with hoops and has flat ends of equal
acters to affix this sturdy leather pack to their back. diameter. Barrels are renowned to hold 31 gallons.
BCT is 45 days for a tanner. BCT is 1 day for a carpenter.

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 Bed, canopy: This bed measures 7’ long by Blanket, wool: A wool blanket is good for
8’ wide, and is large enough to accommodate 3 char- preserving body heat in cold weather. BCT is 9 days
acters. BCT is 2 days for a carpenter. for a weaver.
Bed, double: This bed is large enough to Book, 100 blank pages: Books tend to be
accommodate 2 characters, though not in comfort. large and weigh considerably. The pages of books
1 character may sleep on a double bed in moderate are thick, as are the covers. Books are usually bound
comfort. BCT is 1 day for a carpenter. in leather and have metal strategically placed for re-
Bed, single: This bed is small, accommo- inforcement. BCT is 1 week for a bookbinder.
dating only 1 character. BCT is 1 day for a carpen- Bookcase (4’ x 1’ x 8’): This large piece of
ter. furniture consists of several shelves on which books
Belt, leather: This is a thin strip of leather may be stored. On average, 7 books may be stored
that is tied around one’s waist to hold up one’s pan- per shelf, of which there are usually 6 shelves. The
taloons. BCT is 1 day for a girdler. average bookcase of this size therefore holds 42
Belt, chastity: Looking like iron underwear, books. BCT is 2 days for a carpenter.
a chastity belt is placed on a woman and locked in Boots, thigh: Serving as protective leather
place so that she is unable to have vaginal intercourse. footwear, these boots extend half-way up the thigh.
BCT is 3 days for a blacksmith. Thigh boots offer protection to the legs and feet
Bench: An object on which to sit, a bench that is equivalent to leather armor, but are not made
is usually made of wood, though other materials may or sold by an armorsmith. BCT is 2 days for a cob-
be used. BCT is 1 day for a carpenter. bler.
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Bit and bridle: This consists of a short cy- Boots, knee: Serving as protective leather
lindrical rod that lies across the back teeth of a horse. footwear, these boots extend as high as the knee.
BCT is 2 hours for a blacksmith. Knee boots offer protection to the lower legs and
Blanket, fur: A fur blanket is good for pre- feet that is equivalent to leather armor, but are not
serving body heat in cold winter. BCT is 2 days for made or sold by an armorsmith. BCT is 2 days for
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 Boots, calf: Serving as protective leather Bucket, wood: This is a small reservoir with
footwear, these boots extend halfway toward the a handle that is often used to transport beverages or
knee. Calf boots offer protection to the lower legs grains from place to place. BCT is 2 days for a car-
and feet that is equivalent to leather armor, but not penter.
made or sold by an armorsmith. BCT is 2 days for Candle, 12” x 1”: (height by diameter) A
a cobbler. Tube of wax with a wick through the middle of it is
Bowl: This is a small, hand-sized reservoir burned by igniting the wick. The larger the candle,
that is most often used to hold beverages or food. the slower the wick burns. This candle burns for 10
Bowls may be made of wood, metal, clay, or a vari- hours. In sheer darkness, 1 candle illuminates a ra-
ety of materials, though wood is most common. dius of 1’ and incurs a cumulative -3 to Sight skill
BCT is 1 day for a tinker or 1/2 day for a carpenter. checks (see Chap. 8: Skills) for each foot. No single
Bracers, leather: Leather is wrapped around candle illuminates beyond a radius of 10’. For each
the lower forearm to reinforce the arm and wrist. additional candle, the range of illumination is ex-
These protect the forearm and are also listed under tended 1’. BCT is 1 day for a chandler.
Armor. BCT is 40 days for a tanner. Candle, 10” x 3”: (height by diameter) A
Breeches: This is clothing that covers the Tube of wax with a wick through the middle of it is
legs and waist of male characters. BCT is 1/2 day burned by igniting the wick. The larger the candle,
for a tailor. the slower the wick burns. This candle burns for 30
Brooch: A small and decorative metal pin, a hours. In sheer darkness, 1 candle illuminates a ra-
brooch is placed over the chest where it is used to dius of 1’ and incurs a cumulative -3 to Sight skill

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connect the ends of a cloak or robe. BCT is 1 day checks (see Chap. 8: Skills) for each foot. No single
for a metalsmith. candle illuminates beyond a radius of 10’. For each
Bucket, metal: This is a small reservoir with additional candle, the range of illumination is ex-
a handle that is often used to transport beverages or tended 1’. BCT is 1 day for a chandler.
grains from place to place. BCT is 1 day for a black- Candle, 8” x 6”: (height by diameter) A
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 burned by igniting the wick. The larger the candle, days for a blacksmith.
the slower the wick burns. This candle burns for 60 Chair: Constructed of wood, a chair is an
hours. In sheer darkness, 1 candle illuminates for a object on which a character may rest their rump
1’ radius and incurs a cumulative -3 to Sight skill and lower back. BCT is 1 day for a carpenter.
checks (see Chap. 8: Skills) for each foot. No single Chalk, 1 piece: Very small, a piece of chalk
candle illuminates beyond a radius of 10’. For each is typically only a few inches in length and an inch in
additional candle, the range of illumination is ex- diameter. As chalk brushes against objects, it leaves
tended 1’. BCT is 1 day for a chandler. behind a mark. BCT is 1 day for a mason (who gets
Cane, walking: A small staff, no longer than it from a miner).
half the height of the character who needs it, is Chamber Pot: This pot is not used for
used to support a character as they walk. BCT is 1 cooking, but defecating and Urinating. When a char-
day for a carver. acter is relieved, the chamber pot is carried to the
Cape, lacerna: This is a short, light cape top of the outer wall of the fortification, if there is
suitable to be worn during mild weather. BCT is 1/ one, and emptied over it. Otherwise, many inhabit-
2 day for a tailor. ants of castles relieve themselves in a garderobe.
Cape, paenula: Made from either wool or BCT is 1 day for a blacksmith.
leather, this cape is fitted with a hood and reaches Chemise: This is long underwear for females
to the knees of a character. A paenula is worn dur- only. BCT is 1/2 day for a tailor.
ing rain. BCT is 1 day for a tailor. Chest, wood: This object is used to store
Cape, birrus: Made from wool, this cape items and to protect them from the weather or other
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reaches to the knees of a character. A birrus is worn characters. Wooden chests may be strategically
during cold weather. BCT is 1 day for a tailor. braced by metal, and may also be locked. BCT is 3
Cauldron: This is a large container made days for a carpenter.
of iron. A cauldron is placed over a fire and used to Cloak: A piece of material that is draped
boil large quantities of food or beverage. BCT is 2 over a character’s back is a cloak. Not quite as fully

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encompassing as a robe, a cloak may drape from painted white and then black pips are painted on
the shoulders to the thighs or even to the feet. The each side, ranging from 1-6. Dice are popular in
corners of a cloak are usually pinned together over gambling games. BCT is 1 day for a dicemaker.
the breast with a brooch. BCT is 1/2 day for a Dice, pair of loaded: Dice are described
tailor. above. Loaded dice, however, are imbalanced and
Coal: A lump of coal measures roughly 2” therefore tend to roll some numbers more than oth-
x 2”. Coal is used in blacksmithing forges. BCT is 1 ers. BCT is 2 days for a dicemaker.
day per cartload for a collier. Dildo: Often called an olisbos, this tool is
Condom: This tool may take various forms. sold to single females by merchants. A dildo is made
The purpose of a condom is to prevent pregnancy. of stone and represents a Manhood in size and
The most popular condom is the bladder of a goat. shape. A horny female may masturbate by fever-
If unavailable, then any animal intestine may be used. ishly inserting the dildo into her vagina. Prior to
If a condom is unavailable, then the method of coi- insertion, olive oil is applied to the dildo as a lubri-
tus interruptus is popular, which means that the male cant. BCT is 1 day for a mason.
withdraws and ejaculates onto the outside of her, Door, 6’ x 3’: A door may be made from a
rather than inside. To practice the rhythm method variety of woods, in many shapes, several thicknesses,
means to copulate at the time of the month when and to numerous dimensions. The price for the
the female is least fertile. Some believe that apply- door listed in the table is for a door that is 1” thick.
ing juniper berries to the head of the Manhood The price must be multiplied by the thickness of
causes temporary sterility. Others believe that in- the door in inches. Otherwise, the price is for 1

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serting cedar oil into the vagina is inhospitable to square foot. BCT is 1 day for a carpenter.
sperm. Magic may be used as well. BCT is 1 week Dress, noble: A noble dress may be made
from a tanner. from a variety or fabrics and purchased in a variety
Dice, pair of: 2 small, 6-sided wooden or of shapes or styles. BCT is 2 days for a tailor.
bone cubes are known as dice. Usually, dice are Fishing net, 25 sq. ft.: Many thin strands

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 and cross-strands of rope comprise a fishing net. Goblet: This is a drinking vessel with a foot
BCT is 2 days for a ropemaker. and stem, but without handles, that may be ornate
Flask: A small container to hold liquid, flasks or simple. BCT is 1 day for a tinker.
are usually used to hold oil. BCT is 1 day for a glass- Hat: Material may be fashioned in many
blower. styles, though its primary purpose is to cover the
Flint: Oftentimes, steel is rubbed quickly head. BCT is 1 day for a hatter.
against flint to produce a spark, which is itself used Horn: The hollow horn of an animal may
to ignite flammable substances. BCT is 1 hour for a be used as a drinking cup or it may be blown. BCT
blacksmith. is 1 day for a tinker.
Flute, wood: A thin piece of wood is hol- Horseshoes: Iron is shaped and fitted to
lowed and periodic holes are drilled with precision. the foot of a horse to protect the horse’s feet from
To operate this musical instrument, 1 end of the the ground. BCT is 1 day for a blacksmith.
flute is placed before one’s mouth and the player Incense stick: These sticks are material
blows into the flute. As holes are covered and un- (such as gums or woods) used to produce a fragrant
covered with one’s fingers, the pitch decreases or odor when burned. BCT is 1 day for a chandler.
increases respectively. BCT is 1 day for a carpenter. Ink, 1 Vial: Ink is a purplish fluid of vis-
Garter: These are thin, veiled, and ruffled cous material that is used for writing. BCT is 1 day
straps that women place strategically on a leg to en- for an inkmaker.
tice a male. BCT is 1 day for a lacemaker. Kettle, Iron: This is a container made of
Gloves, leather: Though simply designed iron. An iron kettle is usually hung by its handle
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to cover the hands, some gloves extend up the arm. over a fire, and water is boiled inside it. An iron
BCT is 1 day for a glover. Leather gloves offer pro- kettle is used in almost every kitchen. BCT is 1 day
tection that is equivalent to leather armor, but are for a blacksmith.
not made or sold by an armorsmith. Ladder, 10’: 2 thin boards, each 10’ in length,

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are connected via many small crosspieces that are of keys. The purpose of lock-picking tools is to
roughly spaced 1’ apart and serve to support a foot. turn the tumblers inside the lock, thereby opening
Ladders are a means to climbing. BCT is 2 days for without needing the key. BCT is 2 days for a lock-
a carpenter. smith.
Lantern: Though there are a variety of lan- Lute: A lute is a stringed musical instrument
terns, essentially a lantern consists of a glass com- that has a large pear-shaped body and a neck with a
partment that holds olive oil and a wick, which burns fretted fingerboard having from 6-13 pairs of strings
slowly. The contraption has a handle and is held so tuned by pegs set in the head. It is played by pluck-
that light is cast before its carrier. Light extends ing the strings with the fingers. BCT is 30 days for
forth in an arc of 60o until it dissipates. Each flask a carpenter.
of oil and wick will burn for a total of 70 hours. In Manacles, Arm: This is a lockable iron
sheer darkness, 1 lantern illuminates 15’ and incurs brace that is affixed to the wrist and chained to an
a cumulative -1 to Sight skill checks (see Chap. 8: immovable object or each other. BCT is 1 day for a
Skills) for each additional foot. No single lantern blacksmith.
illuminates beyond 45’ in front of it. For each addi- Manacles, Leg: This consists of 2 lockable
tional lantern, the range of illumination is extended iron braces that are affixed to the ankles, connected
2’. BCT is 2 days for a glassblower and 1 day for a by a thick chain, and sometimes chained to an im-
blacksmith. movable object. BCT is 1 day for a blacksmith.
Lock and key: In this age, there are not a Marbles, bag of 30: This bag contains little
variety of metal locks, but 1 design. These locks are balls made of a hard substance (such as agate, glass,

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easy to pick provided that they are not rusted shut. baked clay, or steel) typically ranging from ½-1 inch
BCT is 2 days for a locksmith. in diameter. These are used for a game in which
Lock-picking tools: These long, thin, and marbles are placed within a circle and then a marble
hooked pieces of metal are shoved into locks in place is pushed at them with a thumb in hopes of knock-

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 ing other marbles out of the circle or into a central and precise pitches are arranged abreast so that a
pit. musician may blow into them to create music. Pipes
Mattress: This is straw-filled bedding that may be made of a variety of materials, though wood
is hung on rope suspenders. The straw provides is the most common. BCT is 3 days for a carpenter.
cushioning during sleep. BCT is 1 day for a Plow: A plow is a an agricultural tool that is
ropemaker. guided by a farmer and pulled by 2 or more oxen.
Mirror, polished iron: This piece of iron Heavy plows with metal plowshares require teams
is polished to the point of being able to see a reflec- of 4 or 8 oxen. Heavy plows do a better job than
tion of oneself in it. BCT is 1 day for a blacksmith. plows that are all wooden, but regardless of the type
Oil flask: A flask of oil is used for lanterns of plow, it takes 1 day to plow 1 acre.
or hurling at foes among other uses. BCT is 1 day Pouch, belt: Leather is closed atop by a
for a glassblower. drawstring and attached to a belt when used as a
Pantaloons: These are loosely fitting pants, belt pouch. BCT is 2 days for a girdler.
tied to one’s waist by a string. BCT is 1/2 day for a Robe: A robe is a large piece of clothing,
tailor. usually with a hood, which drapes completely around
Paper: This is a substance on which ink and a character’s body. BCT is 1/2 day for a tailor.
writing is applied. For information on paper, see Rope, per 50’: It is most convenient to sell
the Papermaking skill in Chapter 8: Skills. BCT is 3 rope per 50’. Rope itself is made from strands of
days per sheet. hemp or flax twisted and braided together, usually
Pillow: This is made of cloth and filled with in a thickness ranging from ¼-5 inches in diameter.
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feathers. A pillow provides comfort for a character’s BCT is 1 day for a ropemaker.
head during sleep. BCT is 2 days for a draper or Rug: This is woven from rough wool and
weaver. placed on the ground. BCT is 1 day for a fuller.
Pipes, musical: Pipes of varying lengths Sack: Made from sackcloth, a sack may be

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used to hold and transport goods. In some societ- day for a blacksmith.
ies, criminals are sewn into a sack and drowned. BCT Scroll: A scroll is a long strip of leather,
is 2 days for a draper or weaver. papyrus, or parchment, depending respectively on
Saddle: This is a seat shaped to fit the in- the degree of civilization and technology achieved
side contours of the rumps of a rider on horseback within the culture in which the scroll was created.
and made of a leather-covered wooden frame that BCT is 1 week for a papermaker.
is padded to comfortably span the back of a horse, Scroll case: Made of ivory, leather, wood,
raised in front and in back, provided with stirrups, or any number of materials, a scroll case serves to
and secured by a girth passing under the belly of protect a scroll. BCT is 2 days for a bookbinder.
the horse. BCT is 2 days for a saddler. Shackles: see Manacles.
Saddle blanket: This blanket is worn be- Sheets: Made of linen, sheets are used to
tween the horse’s back and the saddle to prevent cover a mattress. Bedbugs often get in the sheets.
chaffing. BCT is 1 day for a draper or weaver. Shirt: Though many designs or styles are
Saddlebags: These long bags are attached possible, a shirt consists of cloth draped over one’s
to the sides of a saddle to carry goods. BCT is 1 upper body. BCT is 2 days for a draper or weaver.
day for a draper or weaver. Shoes: A compromise in footwear between
Sandals: Leather footwear consisting of a sandals and boots, shoes are made of leather and
sole and 1 or more leather straps are sandals. San- cover a character’s feet, but not their legs. Shoes
dals offer 1 CA in protection to the feet. BCT is 1 protect feet equivalent to leather armor. BCT is 1
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Saw: This is a pit saw that requires both Shoes, clogs: These shoes consist of a
hands and 2 characters. The saw is 5-10 feet in wooden sole with leather attached over the top.
length. Foresters use these saws to fell large trees. Clogs protect feet equivalent to leather armor. BCT
Sconce, wall: A sconce is a mount for a is 1 day for a cobbler.
torch and is usually mounted on a wall. BCT is 1/2 Shoes, felt: These shoes are made entirely

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 of felt leather, which is soft, expensive, and com- to their god. These symbols may be made of vari-
fortable. Felt shoes protect feet equivalent to a ous materials and come in a variety of shapes.
gambeson. BCT is 1 day for a cobbler. Oftentimes, they are hung about the neck on a neck-
Spike, 8” iron: An iron spike may be used lace. BCT is 1 day.
for many purposes, but is most often driven into Table, 5’ x 3’: The corners of a 5’ x 3’
the ground. BCT is 1/2 day for a blacksmith. wooden slab are each supported by a pole known as
Stool: Constructed from wood, a stool is a table leg. Tables are used in a variety of manners
an object on which a character may rest their rump. as convenient places on which work is done or food
BCT is 1 day for a carpenter. consumed. BCT is 2 days for a carpenter.
Sundial: A sundial consists of a flat dial with Tankard: This is a mug in which ale or beer
12 numbers spaced evenly around its perimeter. A is poured. Tankards are popular in most taverns.
central arm extends upward, causing a shadow to BCT is 1 day for a tinker.
fall on the dial when outdoors. The dial is placed so Tapestry: Made by weavers, tapestries are
that the shadow corresponds with the time of day. becoming status symbols by nobility and royalty.
Most sundials are accurate to within a 1/4-hour. Kings often bring tapestries with them for comfort
BCT is 3 days for a clockmaker. when they travel from castle to castle.
Sundial, pocket: This is a miniature ver- Tent for 2 humans: A tent consists of heavy
sion of a sundial, made of bronze and measuring cloth, some support poles, some stakes, and possi-
between 1 3/8” and 2 3/8” in diameter. Although bly some animal skins. Typically, the perimeter of
not as accurate as a full-size sundial, it provides a the cloth is driven into the ground by stakes and the
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rough idea of time. Pocket sundials are rare. BCT middle is supported by poles. If it is cold enough,
is 3 days for a clockmaker. skins of animals are often draped over the outside
Symbol, religious: Most gods have their of it. BCT is 5 days for a draper or weaver.
own religious symbols, and most priests carry a reli- Torch: A torch is a straight piece of wood
gious symbol representing their god or their faith with a cloth wrapped around 1 end that has been

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dipped in olive oil. An ignited torch burns for 3 glass. BCT is 1 day for a glassblower.
hours. In sheer darkness, 1 torch illuminates a ra- Water, holy, 1 vial of: This water has been
dius of 10’ and incurs a cumulative - 3 to Sight skill consecrated on holy or moral ground, such as in a
checks (see Chap. 8: Skills) for each additional 2’. temple devoted to goodness. Upon contact, holy
No single torch illuminates beyond 30’ radius. For water burns immoral creatures, and a vial of it will
each additional torch, the range of illumination is cause 1d6 Life Points of damage. BCT is 1 day for
extended 2’. BCT is 5 minutes for a carpenter. a glassblower and 1 day for a hierophant.
Trousers: This is a tight-fitting combina- Water, unholy, 1 vial of: This water has been
tion of breeches and hose. BCT is 1 day for a tailor. consecrated on unholy or immoral ground, such as
Tub, Wooden: This is a tub that is used for in a temple devoted to evil. Upon contact, unholy
bathing. It is filled with water once per week. Slaves water burns moral creatures, and a vial of it will cause
bring buckets of water that are heated over a fire. 1d6 Life Points of damage. BCT is 1 day for a glass-
BCT is 2 days for a cooper. blower and 1 day for a hierophant.
Undershirt: This shirt is worn only by Whistle, Signal: A small piece of crafted
males. BCT is 1 day for a tailor. metal, a whistle may be blown into which creates a
Underwear: These clothes are worn around loud, piercing noise. Militia and military often use
the waist by males and females, covering the geni- signal whistles to signal various problems or convey
tals. BCT is 1 day for a tailor. commands. BCT is 3 days for a blacksmith.
Urine, Aged: This bodily fluid is highly val- Wig: This rare item consists of the hair of
ued, and most towns and castles store urine of hu- another character. This hair is bound together and

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manoids and animals to age it. Aged urine is ap- worn atop a character’s head as if it were their own
plied atop objects to prevent the object from catch- hair. BCT is 2 weeks for a weaver.
ing fire. Examples include wallwalks and the top of Wineskin: Consisting of leather that is sewn
a cat (siege engine). around a nozzle, a wineskin holds wine, water, or
Vial: The smallest container of liquids, a vial other liquids. Most travelers bring a wineskin so
holds only a gulp or 2 -- 1 fluid ounce. Vials may be that they may drink on their journey. BCT is 40
made from many materials, but most are made from days for a tanner.

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 Be ve rage s other ingredients. Mead usually has more alcoholic
Be ve rage Cos t We ight content than ale, beer, or wine. The first alcoholic
1. Al e , ta nk a rd of 2 s. p. 1 pi nt (2 l bs. ) beverage discovered was mead. Crooked innkeep-
2. Be e r, ta nk a rd of 1 s. p. 1 pi nt (2 l bs. ) ers and tavernkeepers dilute mead with water. Con-
3. Me a d, bottl e of 1 0 s. p. ½ ga l l on (3 . 5 l bs. ) suming mead affects a character’s body (see Intoxi-
4. Mi l k , buc k e t of 5 s. p. 1 ga l l on (7 l bs. ) cation in Chap. 2: Body). Bugbears love mead. BCT
5. Wa te r, buc k e t of 1 s. p. 1 ga l l on (8 l bs. ) is 1 year.
6. Wi ne , bottl e of 1 0 0 s. p. ½ ga l l on (3 . 5 l bs. )
Milk: This is a white or yellowish fluid se-
A beverage is a liquid for drinking, and is creted from the mammary glands of female mam-
usually prepared. Following are descriptions of each mals for the nourishment of their young. Usually, it
beverage: is drawn from cows and drank.
Water: This liquid falls from rain clouds and
Ale: This is a malted and hopped beverage fills streams, rivers, and seas. As a drinking bever-
that is usually higher in alcoholic content than beer, age, water may range from clear and pure to brown
heavier in body, more bitter, and is brewed by top and cloudy, from healthy to disease-ridden.
fer mentation. Crooked innkeepers and Wine: This is fermented juice of grapes.
tavernkeepers dilute ale with water and sell it as Wine usually has more alcoholic content than ale or
though it is pure ale. Consuming ale affects a beer, but less than mead. Since a container of wine
character’s body (see Intoxication in Chap. 2: Body). cannot be fully sealed, wine tastes best when fresh
Dwarves love ale. BCT is 3 months. and spoils within a year; vintage wine is nonexist-
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Beer: This is a malted and hopped beverage ent. Average wine sells for 10 s.p. less for each month
that is somewhat bitter and brewed by bottom fer- of age. Wine is never drank straight, but always
mentation. Beer usually has less alcoholic content diluted with water, and then it is heated. This con-
than ale. Crooked innkeepers and tavernkeepers coction is called a hot toddy. At banquets of the
dilute beer with water and sell it as though it is pure rich, wine is sometimes chilled with snow. Crooked
beer. Consuming beer affects a character’s body innkeepers and tavernkeepers dilute wine with wa-
(see Intoxication in Chap. 2: Body). BCT is 3 months. ter and sell it as though it is pure wine. Consuming
Mead: This is a fermented beverage made wine affects a character’s body (see Intoxication in
of water and honey with malt, yeast, and sometimes Chap. 2: Body). BCT is 6 months.

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 Food Food is anything that is edible and may sus-
Food Cos t We ight IP: H/P/B tain a creature when it is eaten. Not all food may be
1 . Bl a c k be rry 1 s. p. 1 l b. 1 /1 /2 obtained in all locations. For instance, many fruits
2 . Bre a d, l oa f 2 s. p. ½ l b. 2 /4 /2 trees grow only where it is warm. Even then, not all
3 . Broc c ol i 1 s. p. 1 l b. 1 /1 /2 foods are available during all seasons. Even though
4 . Bu t t e r 2 0 s. p. 1 l b. 1 /1 /2 it seems as though there are a variety of foods, the
5 . Ca bba ge 1 s. p. 1 l b. 1 /2 /2 daily staple of most peasants is a loaf of bread, and
6 . Ca rrot 1 s. p. 1 l b. 3 /2 /3
their diet seldom varies. Foods may be combined
7 . Ca v i a r 2 0 0 s. p. 1 l b. -/3 /2
8 . Ce l e ry 1 s. p. 1 l b. 1 /1 /2
and cooked according to recipes (see Chap. 6: Social-
9 . Che e se 8 s. p. ½ l b. 2 /4 /3 ity). Despite the many forms of food available in
1 0 . Che rry 1 s. p. 1 l b. 1 /1 /2 nature, most peasants starve. Eating should be done
1 1 . Che stnut 1 s. p. 1 l b. 4 /4 /2 only to replenish the body. Overeating results from
1 2 . E g g, c hi c k e n 1 s. p. 1 ounc e 1 /1 /1 intemperance, which is a vice (see Chap. 4: Disposi-
1 3 . Fi g 2 s. p. 1 l b. 1 /1 /2 tion). Fruit is considered a delicacy. It is dried and
1 4 . Fi sh 9 s. p. 1 3 /1 0 /3 preserved for the winter months, or used in the pro-
1 5 . Gra i n for horse s 1 s. p. 5 l bs. NA/NA/5 duction of fruit wines, of which grapes are the most
1 6 . Gra pe 1 s. p. 1 l b. 1 /1 /2
popular. Following are descriptions of each food:
1 7 . Hone y 2 s. p. 1 l b. NA/NA/3
1 8 . Le ttuc e 1 s. p. 1 l b. 1 /2 /2
1 9 . Me a t, c hunk 7 s. p. ½ l b. 3 /5 /5 Blackberry: This fruit is purplish-black in
color and is picked and eaten. Even though they

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2 0 . Mushrooms 1 s. p. 1 l b. 1 /1 /2
21. Olive 1 s. p. 1 l b. 1 /1 /2 taste great, blackberries are rarely grown in gardens.
2 2 . O l i v e oi l 2 s. p. 1 l b. NA/NA/5 Bread, loaf: This is a food made of a dough
2 3 . Pl um 1 s. p. 1 l b. 1 /1 /2 of flour or meal from grain with added liquid, short-
2 4 . Ra pe 2 s. p. ½ l b. 2 /4 /4 ening, and a leavening agent. The dough is kneaded,
2 5 . Ra pe oi l 3 s. p. ½ l b. NA/NA/5
shaped, allowed to rise, and baked. The darker the
2 6 . Ra pe se e d 1 s. p. 1 l b. NA/NA/5
bread, the healthier and cheaper it is.
2 7 . Ra spbe rry 1 s. p. 1 l b. 1 /1 /2
2 8 . Sa l t 5 s. p. 1 l b. NA/NA/5 Broccoli: This is a branching plant that
2 9 . Stra wbe rry 1 s. p. 1 l b. 1 /1 /2 grows about 2 feet high with edible green heads and
3 0 . Wa l nut 1 s. p. 1 l b. 4 /4 /2 thick stems.

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 Butter: This is an important food consist- Cherry: This fruit grows on a cherry tree.
ing of a solid emulsion mainly of fat globules, air Cherries range in taste from sweet to sour. The tree
bubbles, and water droplets made to coalesce by grows as high as 50 feet tall. Each cherry contains a
churning the cream obtained from milk and used single seed.
especially as a spread on bread and in cooking. Chestnut: This fruit grows on a chestnut
Cabbage: Also called, “big head,” this veg- tree. The nut is edible.
etable is a biennial herb that has a dense head of Egg, chicken: This is the hard-shelled re-
leaves, a short stem, and additional edible leaves. The productive body produced by a chicken, though
leaves are large and may be wrinkled or smooth. other birds produce eggs as well. The content of
Cabbage is the most common, and most despised, an egg is used as food. Most often, it is cracked
vegetable. open, the contents are spilled into a pan, and the
Carrot: This is a common name for both dead embryonic chicken is cooked.
the plant and its root. The root is the edible por- Fig: This fruit comes from a fig tree. Fig
tion of the plant. Carrots grow in the ground. The trees are usually 15-25 feet tall. Figs may be sold
color of a carrot is orange. fresh or dried.
Caviar: The eggs of lumpfish and sturgeon Fish: A wide variety of fish may be found
are edible, expensive, bitter, and an acquired taste. in bodies of water. The types of fish differ de-
More specifically, the eggs of a specific sturgeon pending on the body of water. Most of this varia-
called the beluga are significantly more expensive, tion depends on whether it is saltwater or freshwa-
selling for 200 silver pieces per pound. ter. Fish are caught, cleaned, cooked, and eaten.
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Celery: The stalks are eaten raw or cooked Grain for horses: This consists of small,
as a vegetable or part of a salad. Grown naturally, hard seeds such as wheat and oats. Horses eat grain.
the stalks are greenish in color and have a bitter taste. Oats are reserved for livestock, however they can
Cheese: This is curd that has been sepa- be consumed as gruels, porridges, and additives to
rated from whey, consolidated by molding for soft soups and stews.
cheese or subjected to pressure for hard cheese, and Grape: This fruit grows on a grapevine. A
ripened for use as a food. Numerous kinds of cheese popular food, the juice of grapes is also used to make
are available, and are named after the kingdom in wine. Grapes vary widely in taste.
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 Honey: This is a sweet viscid material that Olive oil: Olives yield an edible oil. To ex-
is elaborated out of the nectar of flowers in the tract this oil, the seeds of olives are pressed. The
honey sac of various kinds of bees and stored in first pressing produces oil that tastes bitter.
the nest for use during the winter as food for the Plum: This fruit grows on a tree that reaches
larvae or especially in the case of the honey bee for a height of no more than 33 feet. In color, plums
the colony. Honey has a color and a flavor that are most often purplish-blue. Dried plums are called
depends largely on the plants from which the nec- prunes.
tar is gathered. As a food, it is a sweet, sticky, syr- Rape: Sometimes called a turnip, a rape is
upy liquid. Honey is the main ingredient of a bev- an herb of the mustard family. A rape is grown for
erage called mead, the world’s oldest alcoholic drink. its edible root. Rapes are grown for food and to
Bugbears love honey. feed livestock.
Lettuce: This vegetable has a slightly prickly Rape oil: This oil is a byproduct of rape-
stem, and the leaves have soft-prickled margins. seeds. Rape oil is used for lubricating and some-
Garden lettuce is a hardy annual herb. times in cooking. Rape oil is the proper name, not
Meat, chunk: This is a portion of a dead canola oil.
animal that has been cleaned, cooked, and sold. Meat Rapeseed: This is the seed of rape. A rape
may be obtained from all animals, though perhaps is sometimes called a turnip. Rapeseed is often used
the most common include chickens, cows, and pigs. to feed birds, hogs, and sheep.
In a human society, the norm is that only the rich Raspberry: This fruit is red in color. Rasp-
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human meat is likely to be available and a delicacy. for flavoring.
Mushroom: Although some mushrooms Salt: This is a colorless or white crystalline
are poisonous, many are edible. A mushroom is a compound that occurs abundantly in nature and it
fungi with a cap and a stem. Mushrooms are popu- has various uses, from preserving meat to seasoning
lar foods among dwarves and kobolds. food and making glass and soap. Salt has a bitter
Olive: This fruit grows on an olive tree. taste and grains of it are sprinkled onto foods.
Each olive contains a single seed. Olives are picked Strawberry: This fruit is red and eaten.
and eaten. Each olive contains 20% oil. Olives may Strawberries come from low, perennial herbs of the
be picked and eaten when they are either unripe or rose family.
ripe. Unripe olives are green. Ripe olives are dark Walnut: This nut grows on a walnut tree.
bluish when fresh and turn black during pickling. This fruit is a one-seeded nut or a winged nutlet.
In cooking, the seed is often removed and the cav-
ity is filled with spices. Olive trees grow only where
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 A nim al and Slave Trading Slave-trading is popular in many cultures. In
A nim al/Slave Cos t human societies, slaves are expensive. Female slaves
1 . Bu l l 1 0 0 s. p. are more expensive than male slaves1. Many noble
2 . Ca me l 1 , 0 0 0 s. p. families display their status by owning slaves from
3 . Ca t 3 s. p. exotic places. Slaves may be obtained of nearly any
4 . Chi c k e n 2 s. p.
age and race, and for nearly any purpose ranging
5 . Cow 2 0 s. p.
6 . Dog, dome sti c a te d 2 0 s. p. from farming, housekeeping, physical labor, and
7 . Dog, wi l d 2 s. p. sexual favors. Slaves may only become free if the
8 . Donk e y 3 0 0 s. p. master dies of natural causes with no heirs and the
9 . Fa l c on 5 0 0 s. p. local community does not claim them, or if the
1 0 . Goa t 1 0 s. p.
master chooses to free the slave.
1 1 . Goose 5 s. p.
1 2 . Ha re 4 s. p. Before a citizen may buy or sell slaves, they
1 3 . Ha w k 3 0 0 s. p. must register with the local government, paying 300
1 4 . Horse , De stri e r 7 0 0 s. p. s.p. as a fee that is good for the rest of the master’s
1 5 . Horse , Dra ft 4 0 0 s. p. life in that locale. Masters are obligated to properly
1 6 . Horse , Pa l fre y 6 0 0 s. p.
1 7 . Horse , Rounc y 3 0 0 s. p.
feed and take care of their slaves, and masters may
1 8 . Horse , Pony 2 0 0 s. p. be executed for murdering their own slaves (see Jus-
1 9 . Mul e 5 0 s. p. tice in Chap. 6: Sociality).
20. Ox 1 0 0 s. p. There are many reasons why slaves are so
2 1 . Pi ge on 6 0 s. p. numerous. The most popular claim is that slaves
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2 2 . She e p 1 0 s. p.
2 3 . Sl a v e , a dul t fe ma l e * 5 0 0 s. p.
are prisoners of war. Once slaves reproduce with
2 4 . Sl a v e , a dul t ma l e * 4 0 0 s. p. other slaves, the slave population self-perpetuates.
2 5 . Sl a v e , boy * 2 0 0 s. p. Less popular is the fact that many slaves are citizens
2 6 . Sl a v e , gi rl * 3 0 0 s. p. who are abducted by pirates and sold elsewhere as
2 7 . Swi ne 1 0 s. p. slaves. Another prevalent source of slaves is when
2 8 . Wol f 2 0 0 s. p.
a husband acquires a debt, and must sell his wife
and children into slavery to pay his debt. Finally,
*Prices for slaves vary by race and specialty since baby boys are valued far more than baby girls,
female infants are often abandoned. When found,
Descriptions of these animals may be found the child is usually raised as a slave.
in Neveria, a companion book that details animals
and creatures. The animals listed above are consid-
ered to be sold alive or as food; the prices are not
set here for skins or pelts.
SERVI.AUT.NASCUNTUR.
AUT.FIUNT

Slaves are either born

or made.

1. This comment on the gender of slaves is referenced from Wage Labor and Guilds in Medieval Europe by Steven A.
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 Ve hic le s Cart: This is an open and heavy 2-wheeled
Ve hic le Cos t IP: H/P/B vehicle used for the ordinary purposes of farming
1. Ca rri a ge 8 0 0 s. p. 1 2 0 /6 0 /2 0 or for transporting freight. A cart may be drawn by
2. Ca rt 6 0 s. p. 8 0 /5 0 /1 5 horses, ponies, dogs, or characters, and may carry
3. Cha ri ot 1 , 0 0 0 s. p. 2 0 0 /2 0 0 /2 0 0 no more than 4 characters. BCT is 4 days for a
4. Le c ti c a 3 0 0 s. p. 8 0 /4 0 /2 0
cartwright.
5. Sl e d 4 0 s. p. 7 0 /3 0 /1 0
6. Wa gon 1 0 0 s. p. 1 0 0 /7 5 /2 0 Chariot: This is a 2-wheeled vehicle usually
drawn by 2 horses and used in warfare, processions,
and races. All chariots measure exactly 4’ 8 ½” in
width, the perfect width to accommodate 2 horses.
A vehicle is an object crafted to facilitate BCT is 2 weeks for a wainwright.
travel over land. Each vehicle must be powered by Lectica: Also called a litter, this vehicle is
an animal and/or character. Each vehicle is de- for hire at city gates. A lectica consists of a couch
scribed as follows: with a canopy and draw curtains. The rider lolls at
ease while 6 or 8 burly slaves bear it along on their
shoulders. BCT is 1 week for a wainwright.
Carriage: This is an enclosed 4-wheeled ve- Sled: This is a vehicle that moves by sliding,
hicle that is drawn by at least 2 horses and used to usually on a pair of runners, especially over snow or
transport characters or goods. A carriage is designed ice. BCT is 2 days for a carpenter.
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and royalty often travel by carriage. Travel by car- that is usually uncovered and designed especially for
riage is 25-30 miles per day. BCT is 2 weeks for a transporting bulky commodities and drawn by oxen
wainwright. or horses. BCT is 1 week for a wainwright.

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 Ve s s e ls its name from the 2 rows of oars, one atop the other.
Ve s s e l Cos t IP: H/P/B A bireme is a purely rowing vessel. The bireme is
1 . Ba rge 1 , 0 0 0 s. p. 5 0 0 /4 0 0 /5 0 0 low at the bow and high at the stern. This vessel
2 . Bi re me 7 5 , 0 0 0 s. p. 7 , 5 0 0 /7 , 5 0 0 /8 0 0 possesses a heavy, pointed ram, which is fastened to
3 . Cog 5 0 , 0 0 0 s. p. 7 5 0 /5 0 0 /5 0 0 the keel beam on the front of the ship, just below
4 . De c e re s 1 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 s. p. 2 0 , 0 0 0 /2 0 , 0 0 0 /2 , 5 0 0 the waterline. In fact, the massive, bronze-covered
5 . Fi shi ng Boa t 2 0 0 s. p. 2 0 0 /1 2 5 /2 0 0
6 . Kar v e 5 0 , 0 0 0 s. p. 3 0 0 /2 0 0 /3 0 0
battering ram is the main weapon of this narrow,
7 . Kna rr 7 5 , 0 0 0 s. p. 4 0 0 /3 0 0 /4 0 0 high-speed vessel. The battering ram is usually made
8 . Log 1 0 s. p. 5 0 /4 0 /5 0 in the shape of a trident or the head of a wild boar.
9 . Longshi p 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 s. p. 5 0 0 /4 0 0 /5 0 0 The narrow prolate hull consists of 2 floors. The
1 0 . Qui nque re me 2 0 0 , 0 0 0 s. p. 1 2 , 5 0 0 /1 2 , 5 0 0 /1 , 5 0 0 upper floor is for the helmsmen and warriors. A
1 1 . Ra ft 2 0 0 s. p. 1 2 5 /1 0 0 /1 2 5
tower exists toward the rear. The balustrade of the
1 2 . Se pti re me 5 0 0 , 0 0 0 s. p. 1 5 , 0 0 0 /1 5 , 0 0 0 /2 , 0 0 0
1 3 . Tri re me 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 s. p. 1 0 , 0 0 0 /1 0 , 0 0 0 /1 , 0 0 0 battle platform of this tower is usually covered with
1 4 . Uni re me 5 0 , 0 0 0 s. p. 5 0 0 /4 0 0 /4 0 0 the shields of warriors for reinforcement. A single,
central mast holds a small sail, though it is virtually
ineffective. In the past, the bireme reigned as the
A vessel is a vehicle crafted to permit travel most popular warship, though currently it is very
on the water. Many vessels, however, are not built rare. War galleys follow the coasts and put into har-
merely for travel, but for trade or war. Humans use bor every night, where the crew enjoys a shore-based
meal and a night’s sleep in a stable bed. While small
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all vessels except longships, which are exclusively

bugbear. More information is available in Chapter changes may be argued, a bireme may also be known
18: Warfare. Each vessel is described as follows: as a pentekonter. BCT is 6 months for a shipwright.
Cog: Arguably the most common type of
Barge: This is a flat-bottomed vessel used vessel in the water, the cog is used both by bugbears
principally in harbors or inland waterways, though a and humans. It measures about 90 feet in length,
barge may also be seagoing. The main purpose of a with a maximum beam or width of about 25 feet.
barge is to transport goods. BCT is 1 week for a The cog has a single mast, deep draft, and a broad
shipwright or carpenter. beam. The deep draft and broad beam hinder its
Bireme: Descendant from the unireme, the speed, but allows the cog to carry considerable cargo,
bireme is a war galley that measures about 100 feet between 250-300 tons. The mast bears a large sail.
long, with a maximum beam or width of about 16 BCT is 4 months for a shipwright.
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and septireme, the deceres is the largest vessel in about 15 feet, and a draft ranging from 2 to 4 feet
the water. A deceres measures 145 feet long, with a depending on whether it is empty or fully loaded.
maximum beam or width of about 20 feet, and a This vessel displaces 34 tons and has a cargo carry-
draft of 6-7 feet. The deceres is powered by 572 ing capacity between 20-25 tons. A knarr has only 2
oarsmen. The oars are 48 feet long and arranged in oars per side, 1 oarsman per oar. Therefore, 4 oars-
3 decks. As a compliment, the crew also consists of men are required. Otherwise, a commander or sailor
15-30 sailors and 200-250 warriors. A deceres has 2 manipulates the sail. A crew for a knarr ranges from
fighting towers and 2-6 catapults. If the vessel must 5 to 8. The knarr is primarily a sailing vessel, and
flee, the fighting towers are jettisoned over the side. has a single mast with a large sail amidships. The
However, with the fighting towers, it is possible to average speed of a knarr is 5-6 knots, and the maxi-
fire arrows down upon an adjacent vessel or invad- mum speed is 13 knots. A knarr is constructed of
ers. War galleys follow the coasts and put into har- massive pine planks, and the rest is built from oak
bor every night, where the crew enjoys a shore-based and lime. It has decks fore and aft, while amidships
meal and a night’s sleep in a stable bed. BCT is 1 is an open cargo compartment. BCT is 6 months
year for a shipwright. for a shipwright.
Fishing Boat: This vessel measures 12 feet Log: While arguably a tree was the first
long, with a maximum beam or width of 5 feet. A waterborne vessel, since trees and craftsmen are
fishing boat has 2 oars per side, and 2 oarsmen. A readily available, and since a tree and a log do not
fishing boat may function to ferry characters across substantially differ as a vessel, a log is presented. The
a river. However, the most popular use is to fish. measurements of a log may vary, but they are typi-

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BCT is 1 month for a shipwright. cally 10 feet long, 2-3 feet wide, and have a draft of
Karve: A smaller relative of the knarr, a 1-2 feet. A portion of a large log can be carved
karve is a workship that measures 45 feet long, with away so that a character may sit inside. These are
a maximum beam or width of about 10 feet. A known as dug-outs. BCT is 1 day for a carpenter.
karve has a carrying capacity of about 10 tons. This Longship: This is the most popular vessel
vessel is made from oak. A karve has 7 oars per among bugbears, who invented and use it exclusively.
side, with 1 oarsman per oar. 14 oarsmen power a The longship measures from 75-120 feet long, with
karve. The front of the vessel is beached. BCT is 2 a maximum beam or width of about 24 feet, and
months for a shipwright. has a shallow draft. Due to the shallow draft, a
Knarr: This trading vessel measures about longship may be beached easily. Longships are of-
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 carved on the front of it. They are made of north- They may be distributed among 3 decks, such as:
ern oak and pine. Longships may have 30 rowing 112 on the upper, 108 on the middle, and 50 on the
benches aboard. Up to 60 oarsmen may be aboard, lower. The bottom rows of oars are powered by 1
1 per oar. Because of the extreme narrowness of oarsman apiece, while 2 oarsmen control each oar
the vessel, it may achieve great speeds and penetrate on the second and third decks. However, the most
many narrow waterways, allowing warriors aboard efficient manner is to use only 1 row of oars and
to invade nearly anywhere. It is renowned among assign 5 oarsmen per oar. 1 oarsman per oar needs
bugbears and humans as the fastest vessel, if there to be highly trained, while the rest are mere labor -
is good wind. Unfortunately, it is limited as a war- - most often slaves encouraged by the whip. Oars
ship because it does not have a battering ram. There- for a quinquereme are roughly 15 feet in length. Oth-
fore, in naval warfare a longship must run alongside erwise, there are 30 sailors and 40-120 warriors. Each
a foe’s vessel, grapple, and board. However, the oarsman pulls his own oar. Quinqueremes are built
bugbear longship is the only vessel that is capable in large numbers. Additionally, 1 sail exists on a mast
of venturing far from land; the other vessels remain amidships. The sails are lowered for battle, when
close to land and beach at night. A large, square sail the oarsmen and the bronze ram become the main
hangs from a single mast amidships. A single side armament. The quinquereme is equipped with a
rudder on the starboard quarter is used for steering. corvus for boarding (for more information, see Chap.
Horses may be brought aboard, though bugbears 18: Warfare). Quinqueremes are made from cedar.
have little use for horses. Bugbears use longships to War galleys follow the coasts and put into harbor
raid coastal human communities and bring back loot every night, where the crew enjoys a shore-based
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and slaves. This ship is deemed unseaworthy if it meal and a night’s sleep in a stable bed. BCT is 9
needs bailing thrice in 2 days. A longship is con- months for a shipwright.
structed of overlapping planks, forced together with Raft: This is a collection of logs or timber
iron nails and caulked with tarred rope. BCT is 6 that are fastened together for transportation by float-
months for a shipwright. ing. Although they vary, most rafts measure 10 feet
Quinquereme: Descendant from the long by 10 feet wide. A raft has a flat structure, a
trireme, this is a war galley that measures about 120 floating platform, for the conveyance of characters
feet long, with a maximum beam or width of about or cargo on a body of water.
17 feet, and a draft of 5 feet. Known as “five,” the Septireme: Desendant from the
quinquereme potentially has 3 rows of oars, though quinquereme, this vessel measures 135-140 feet long,
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and a draft of 5-6 feet. The frame is reinforced, into shore and beaches, stern first for the night, re-
making this vessel much less susceptible to ramming. suming passage in the morning, weather permitting.
However, due to the increased weight of this large The hull is a thin shell of planks joined edge-to-
vessel, it is very effective at ramming. This vessel edge, and then stiffened by a keel and light, trans-
has 2 rows of oars, which are 32 feet long on top verse ribs. Such light construction enables the
and 28 feet long on bottom. The crew consists of trireme to displace only 40 tons. Square-rigged sails
350 oarsmen, 15-20 deck hands, 150-200 warriors, are used for power when the ship is not engaged in
and the trierarch and officers. The ram is reinforced warfare. The principal armament of the trireme is
with bronze and iron. Finally, the septireme may a bronze-clad ram, which extends from the keel at
have up to 5 catapults. BCT is 10 months. or below the waterline and is designed to pierce the
Trireme: Desendant from the bireme, the light hulls of enemy warships. The function of a
trireme is a war galley that measures about 125 feet trireme in warfare is to advance to maximum speed
long, with a maximum beam or width of about 20 and attack the side of an enemy vessel with its bat-
feet, and a draft of 3 feet. The trireme has 3 rows tering ram. If this fails, then the enemy vessel is
of oars. It derives its name from the 3 rows of oars, usually boarded. Triremes are made from the wood
one atop the other. A trireme is powered by oars- of fir trees. BCT is 7 months for a shipwright.
men as well as sails, when wind is favorable. A Unireme: The unireme is a war galley that
trireme is manned by 170 oarsmen (85 per side), a measures about 150 feet long. The unireme has 1
captain (called a Trierarch), 3 oarsman chiefs (called row of 50 oars. It derives its name from the single
Hortators, who ‘encourage’ the oarsmen), and 25 row of oars. A unireme is a purely rowing vessel

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warriors who are either spearmen, archers, slingers, with no sails. The unireme is powered by 100 oars-
or a combination. Oarsmen are divided between men, each to his own oar. There are no multiple
the tiers as follows: 31 on top, 27 in the middle, and decks aboard this vessel. The unireme is fast and
27 in the bottom. Each oarsman controls 1 oar. graceful, with a high, curving stem and stern. The
Most strong oarsmen are placed on the upper decks. unireme sometimes carries an embolon (a beak or
The oarsmen of a trireme are not slaves, but highly ram). In its day it was a formidable war galley, but
trained. The trireme can reach 7-8 knots under oars. now, this light warship is mainly used for scouting.
This vessel has scant room for provisions. It is used BCT is 5 months for a shipwrright.
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 Sie ge Equipm e nt Battering Ram: A battering ram is the trunk
Sie ge Equipm e nt Cos t IP: H/P/B of a tree suspended by large ropes or chains from a
1 . B a l l i st a 1 0 , 0 0 0 s. p. 3 0 /4 0 /3 0 wooden box-like structure. The mobile, support-
2 . Ba tte ri ng Ra m 5 , 0 0 0 s. p. 2 0 , 0 0 0 /2 0 , 0 0 0 /5 , 0 0 0 ing structure is called a cat. The cat is usually cov-
3 . Be l fry 3 0 , 0 0 0 s. p. 4 0 0 /4 0 0 /4 0 0 ered with wet hides. The cat protects a siege engi-
4 . Ca ta pul t 2 0 , 0 0 0 s. p. 2 0 0 /2 0 0 /2 0 0
neer as he fills a moat, so that it may be crossed.
5 . Che i roba l l i sta 1 0 , 0 0 0 s. p. 2 0 /3 0 /2 0
6 . Counte r-Ca stl e v a ri e s v a ri e s Once at the wall of the foe, the siege engineer may
7 . Li thobol us 1 5 , 0 0 0 s. p. 1 5 0 /1 5 0 /1 5 0 use a pointed iron pole, instead of a ram, to chip
8 . Ma ntl e t 1 0 0 s. p. 2 0 /3 0 /2 0 away at the joints between stone blocks in the wall.
9 . Ma nuba l l i sta 7 , 5 0 0 s. p. 2 0 /3 0 /2 0 However, battering rams are most commonly placed
1 0 . O na ge r 2 2 , 5 0 0 s. p. 2 5 0 /2 5 0 /2 5 0
before the closed doors of a foe and the trunk is
1 1 . Tre buc he t 5 0 , 0 0 0 s. p. 2 5 0 /2 5 0 /2 5 0
rocked back and forth, and pounded against the
Ballista: Often mounted on seagoing ves- doors to break them. Most rams have an iron head.
sels or castle walls or towers, a ballista is essentially a The largest ram is 100 feet in length, 4 1/2 tons in
large crossbow that projects a spear called a bolt, weight, and needs over 200 human men to effec-
which weighs around 100 pounds and has a metal tively swing it. The largest ram inflicts 5d100 IP.
head over 1 foot in length. A ballista launches it Defenders use 2 techniques against rams. Defend-
between 300-400 yards, though unfortunately never ers may lower an apron, a large pad, to lessen the
with great accuracy. The bolt has almost no effect blows of the ram. Otherwise, defenders may lower
on stone walls, though it may impale several charac- a hook to catch the ram, lift it, and overturn it or
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ters before it stops. Overall, the projectile is 5 feet delay the ramming. BCT is 1 month for an engineer
in length. This weapon inflicts 4d20 IP or LP. BCT and carpenter.
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 Belfry: Also known as a siege tower, a bel- Manuballista: A ballista is essentially a large
fry is a wheeled, wooden tower. At or near the top crossbow that projects a spear, which weighs around
of a belfry is a wooden drawbridge, which is dropped 100 pounds and has a metal head over 1 foot in
onto the battlements as soon as the tower is moved length. The entire projectile is 5 feet long. A
within reach. Thereafter, the occupants of the bel- manuballista is a small torsion arrow-throwing en-
fry storm over the battlements of the foe. Some- gine that is stationary and without wheels. It is fired
times, an additional floor is added so that archers by heavily pressing down on a pad on the back. The
may fire down into the positions of the foe. Some range of a manuballista is about 300 yards; it is more
belfries are equipped with a battering ram on the accurate than a regular ballista. This weapon inflicts
lowest level. Hides drenched with water or aged 4d100 IP or LP. BCT is 1 month for an engineer.
urine cover a belfry to protect its occupants. Mov- Onager: Named after a pig that kicks rocks
ing a belfry is problematic, since it tips easily; the behind itself when chased, an onager is an ancient,
ground must be leveled and smooth. BCT is 3 heavy catapult. The frame of the onager is com-
months for an engineer and carpenter. posed of thick rectangular pieces of wood flat on
Catapult: An ancient weapon, a well-built the ground. Through each side of the frame are
catapult launches a projectile up to 700-800 yards. bored 2 holes, through which run the skeins of rope.
The catapult functions by torsion. The heaviest The ropes are held in place by a washer and counter-
stone that may be hurled is 180 lbs. With this pro- plate. In the middle of the sinew ropes stick a single
jectile, a catapult inflicts 2d100 IP or LP. BCT is 1 arm that ends in a cup or a sling fitted for a stone.
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Cheiroballista: A ballista is essentially a large torsioning the skein, and is held in place by a ratchet
crossbow that projects a spear, which weighs around and pawl. When released the arm snaps forward
100 pounds and has a metal head over 1 foot in into a supported upright crossbar, which halts the
length. A cheiroballista is small and easily moved, arm and drives the shot toward its intended target.
since its frame rests on wheels. The range is roughly Onagers hurl 100 lb. rocks as far as 350 yards. This
300 yards. This weapon inflicts 4d20 IP or LP. BCT machine is very powerful and heavy. Due to its
is 1 month for an engineer and carpenter. weight, it is difficult to move and is therefore used
Counter-Castle: This is a temporary castle as a stationary defensive or siege weapon. This
that is built by besiegers nearby the castle being be- weapon inflicts 6d20 IP or LP. BCT is 1 month.
sieged. Trebuchet: A recent creation, this siege
Lithobolus: The earliest torsion siege ma- weapon looks and functions similar to a catapult,
chine, the lithobolus is a stone-thrower that is de- though performs far better. Instead of functioning
signed to smash walls as well as characters. By ap- by torsion, this machine uses gravity to its advan-
pearance, this machine looks like a larger ballista. tage. A large and heavy counterweight (up to 12,000
This rock-thrower needs a special bowstring with a lbs.) is dropped, which propels the wooden arm (a
braided pouch. Typically, this machine is used to massive tree trunk) very quickly. The projectile from
hurl rocks that are either 30 or 170 pounds in weight. a trebuchet moves at a low velocity, but a high tra-
The longest range with this weapon is 700 yards. jectory, and crashes down with devastating effect
With a 30 lb. rock, this weapon inflicts 1d100 IP or on wood and stone. These machines cast their mis-
LP. With a 170 lb. rock, this weapon inflicts 2d100 siles with precision. Various missiles may be uti-
IP or LP. BCT is 1 month for an engineer and car- lized, including stones, barrels of pitch, bodies of
penter. dead horses and other animals often in a state of
Mantlet: This is a wooden or wicker shield decomposition, barrels of offensive or putrid mat-
on a wheeled wooden frame. The shield is about 7 ter, and other missiles designed to cause pestilence.
feet tall and 4-7 feet wide. A mantlet protects ar- A trebuchet is capable of hurling 1,400 lbs. up to 87
chers as they approach a fortification. BCT is 1 yards, and 100 lbs. up to 235 yards. With 1,400 lbs.,
week for a carpenter. this weapon inflicts 1d1000 IP or LP. BCT=1 mo.

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 For tific ations Keep: Initially called a donjon, a keep may
Com pone nts Cos t IP: H/P/B be 1 of 2 things: a single structure, or the most for-
1 . Ci ste rn se e w a l l se e w a l l tified part of a castle. If it is a single structure, it
2 . Dra wbri dge se e w a l l (4 0 0 /6 0 0 /4 0 0 )/ft. may be either a round or square building, and may
3 . Ga rde robe se e w a l l se e w a l l seem similar to a large tower. Most keeps are sev-
4 . Forti fi e d Bri dge se e w a l l se e w a l l eral stories tall. Separate levels may be: fighting level
5 . Ga te house se e w a l l se e w a l l (roof), arsenal (3rd floor), residential level (2nd floor),
6 . Hoa rdi ng (c ubi c ft) 2 s. p. 2 0 0 /3 0 0 /2 0 0 great hall (ground floor), administrative level (base-
7 . Ki tc he n se e w a l l se e w a l l
ment), and dungeon (cellar). The largest keep may
8 . Loophol e 5 0 s. p. -/-/-
be 100 feet tall and 80 feet wide, and its walls may be
9 . Moa t (pe r c ubi c ft) 2 s. p. 20,000
1 0 . Portc ul l i s 2 0 , 0 0 0 s. p. 1 , 0 0 0 /1 , 0 0 0 /3 , 0 0 0 no thicker than 15 feet.
1 1 . Publ i c Ba th se e w a l l se e w a l l Castle: Derived from the word castellum, a
1 2 . Towe r se e w a l l se e w a l l castle is the epitome of military fortification. Ev-
1 3 . Wa l l (pe r c ubi c ft) 1 s. p. 2 , 0 0 0 /5 0 0 /4 , 0 0 0 ery castle is different in size and shape. The most
1 4 . We l l se e w a l l se e w a l l common parts of a castle include: church(es), court-
yard, drawbridge, gatehouse, keep, moat, towers, and
A fortification 1 is a defensive structure. walls. The owner of a castle usually resides in the
There are a variety of fortifications. Primitive forti- upper levels of its keep or a tower. The ground
fications were made from earth and wood. All mod- floor of a castle’s keep is usually known as the great
ern fortifications are made from stone. Different hall, which is used for banquets and to entertain the
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types of fortifications are described below, and then owner or nobility. The great hall is heated by a cen-
components of fortifications. tral fireplace that is round or octagonal and burns
logs; when logs burn, smoke quickly fills the great
Broch: This is a round, stone tower that has hall. The kitchen is in a nearby building and food is
an entrance small enough that it is only possible to carried into the great hall. A castle may have 1 or
crawl through it. A broch may be up to 50 feet tall more courtyards, separated by additional walls.
and has no exterior defenses or windows. This is a Citadel: This is a castle that is the center of
familial fortification, and is only found far from civi- a capital or city. The outside city is usually protected
lization. by 1 or more walls. A citadel is a governmental seat
Bergfried: This is a tall tower that is similar of power. Citadels are also called palaces.
to a keep. Although it is usually smaller than a keep,
a large bergfried may be comparable in size to a small
keep. There is no space inside a bergfried for a resi-
dence. Prisoners, if any are taken, are held in the
top of the tower.

1. Information regarding fortifications has been referenced from The Medieval Fortress, by Kaufmann & Kaufman (2001).
For more information, see the References section at the end of this book.

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 Cistern: A cistern is an underground reser- Gatehouse: A gatehouse is a structure to
voir with an opening above. Rainwater runs through protect the gate to the fortification, which is usually
the opening and, hopefully, fills the cistern. This the favored means of entry. The simplest gatehouse
water is used for sustenance, but may also be used has only a set of barred doors, while elaborate
to extinguish fires set by incendiary projectiles, which gatehouses have many features, including: draw-
are launched by besiegers. During a siege, hides are bridge, as many as 3 portcullises, murder holes, a
often drenched in water or aged urine and placed trap door inside opening to a pit of spikes below,
atop hoardings and other flammable surfaces. and loop holes for archers and crossbowmen. The
Drawbridge: A drawbridge is a means of most common modern gatehouse has only 1 port-
crossing a moat. If a fortification has no moat, then cullis. In addition to the cost of constructing a
it has no drawbridge. Although several mechanisms gatehouse, a drawbridge and each portcullis must
are available, by far the most common is a pulley be purchased.
system. Hoarding: Also called a catwalk, this is a
Fortified Bridge: Fortified bridges are com- wooden structure added near the top of walls so
mon. A fortified bridge often has 1 or 2 towers on that soldiers may travel between towers and archers
both ends. Towers may also interrupt the bridge to may attack from the middle of the wall. Some for-
support it as well as offer protection. Fortified tifications leave their hoardings up for decades, while
bridges have walls on either side, often with battle- others only build them when attacked and remove
ments. A fortified bridge may take up to 25 years to them during peace.
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Garderobe: This is a small bench with a the keep. Food is prepared in the kitchen and car-
round opening on the seat through which the in- ried to the great hall in the keep for consumption.
habitants of the castle defecate and urinate. Usu- Bath water is heated in the kitchen and carried to
ally, a garderobe is placed on upper levels of towers the chamber of the lord where it is poured into a
and the waste falls down holes until it falls in the wooden tub. However, even the most affluent lord
moat outside of the castle. Otherwise, a large cess- bathes only once or twice per year.
pool is made below the garderobe to store the waste. Loophole: This is a slit in a wall through
Due to the cesspool, no dungeons exist below castles. which an archer or crossbowman may launch an
About twice per year, peasants clean the cesspool. arrow or bolt, respectively. A variety of different
Some towers are used for sanitation, meaning they shapes exist for loopholes. Generally, a vertical slit
have a garderobe on the upper level and the floors is used by an archer, and a horizontal slit is used by
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 Moat: A moat is a ditch surrounding the Wall: Walls are made from stone. The height
fortification to obstruct besiegers. Some moats are and thickness of walls vary for fortifications. It is
filled with water, though many are not. A moat may considered safe if the wall is at least 1 foot thick for
be no wider than 70 feet wide and 35 feet deep. If each 10 feet in height. Most walls are thicker than
filled with water, then waste from the kitchen and this ratio. An ancient rule declared a wall must be 1
garderobes is deposited in the moat. Dry or wet, foot thick for each 4 feet in height, though most
most moats also have sharpened stakes at the bot- modern walls are not this thick. Since the new siege
tom. Deep moats also present an obstacle to be- engine known as a trebuchet wreaks havoc on walls,
siegers who attempt to dig a mine under the wall. modern fortifications have walls thicker than the
Portcullis: This is a grid-like gate that is usu- minimum 1/10 ratio. Walls are often buttressed,
ally of wood and covered with iron. It is lowered meaning they are reinforced by having a thicker base.
over an entryway to prevent passage. 1 or more In addition to the cost of building a wall, hoardings
portcullis is a common part of a gatehouse. must be constructed if the walls are not at least 4
Public Bath: Some cultures have a public feet thick. Most walls have battlements, which are
bath in their fortifications. Other cultures are un- crenelations. Crenelations consist of a succession
concerned with cleanliness. Public baths are detailed of openings called embrasures and small sections
in Chapter 6: Sociality. of wall called merlons. It is possible to walk behind
Tower: Although ancient towers were made the crenelations if the wall is at least 4 feet thick.
from wood, all modern towers are made from stone. This is called a masonry wall walk, or allure.
Towers vary in shape, height, and diameter. The Well: When a well is dug, the Aedile will de-
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shape of a tower may be round, octagonal, square, termine if water is below. A well is important to
triangular, or D-shaped. Usually, a tower occurs at fortifications for many reasons. It supplies drinking
the corner of buildings or walls. Oftentimes, long water. Water from a well may also be used to extin-
walls are periodically interrupted by towers. The guish fires set by incendiary projectiles, which are
part of a tower that is inside a fortification may be launched by besiegers. During a siege, hides are of-
open or, most often, closed. Roofing may or may ten drenched in water or aged urine and placed atop
not be put atop a tower. If a tower has a roof, then hoardings and other flammable surfaces.
it is made of either lead or slate. A tower may be
mostly outside, halfway (most common), or mostly
inside a building or wall. Different towers may serve
different functions, such as defense, observation,
sanitation, and siege. Round towers cost 1.5 times
the price to construct. Usually, towers do not have
windows, because a window is a potential weakness.
However, narrow slit-like openings cast light on an
internal staircase. The staircase in a tower is made
from either wood or stone. Usually, the staircase
turns upward in a clockwise direction to allow a sol-
dier to fight with their sword in their right hand as
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 Tor ture D e vic e s Rack: This device consists of 2 thick metal
Tor ture D e vic e s Cos t IP: H/P/B poles about 8’ apart. The character to be tortured
1. Cha i r of spi k e s 3 0 0 s. p. 1 0 0 /1 0 0 /4 0 lies down between these poles. Their wrists and
2. He a dc r ushe r 5 0 s. p. 7 5 /4 0 /7 5 ankles are affixed to ropes, which are in turn affixed
3. Pe a r 6 0 s. p. 5 /5 /1 5 to the poles. 1 torturer stands at each end and tight-
4. Ra c k 5 0 0 s. p. 2 0 /3 0 /4 0 ens the pole. This device stretches the body, typi-
5. Stoc k s 1 0 0 s. p. 2 0 /2 0 /2 0 cally while a torturer seeks a confession. If the tor-
6. Thumbsc re ws 4 0 s. p. 5 /5 /4 0 tured character does not die from their injuries, then
7. Wa k e 2 0 0 s. p. 7 5 /5 0 /4 0 they are usually so injured that they cannot partici-
8. Whi rl i gi g 4 0 0 s. p. 1 0 0 /4 0 /1 5 0 pate in their later public confessions, such as being
Chair of Spikes: This is a large chair, but unable to lift their arms to swear their confession.
instead of having cushions, there are numerous small BCT is 3 days for a blacksmith.
spikes. The victim is seated in the chair. Wooden Stocks: Sometimes called the Pillary, the
bars are placed over parts of the body and each end Stocks consist of 2 large boards that, when closed
screws into the chair. A wooden bar exists for the together, leave holes for legs and arms. As public
chest, the lower legs, and 1 that comes down on the torture, a character’s limbs are trapped between the
knees. In addition, leather straps restrain the wrists, stocks and the townspeople poke, slap, and besmirch
but also may be tightened further, driving the arms the victim with feces and urine. Feces is often
and hands down on spikes as well. The spikes are smeared into their mouth, ears, nose, and hair. More
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probably about the thickness of ordinary nails and
1” in length. The chair of spikes does not usually cut, burnt, and severely mutilated. Once in a while
kill its victims, but tetanus often claims victims days a character survives their term with only a few bruises
or weeks after the ordeal. BCT is 1 week for a car- and a couple of bumps. BCT is 2 days/carpenter.
penter and blacksmith. Thumbscrews: 2 metal plates, roughly 6”
Headcrusher: Used to extract a confession wide, are joined by a screw passing vertically through
or as a means of execution, this device looks like a each end. In the middle of these 2 plates, the vic-
vice, except instead of crushing the head from the tim must place their thumbs. The 2 screws are then
sides, the victim’s jaw is placed on the bottom and tightened on the victim’s thumbs.
the top is screwed down onto the top of their head. Wake: 3 chains are affixed to the corner of
BCT is 2 days for a blacksmith. a room, 1 on each wall and 1 from the ceiling. The
Pear: A torture device that damages orifices, 3 chains connect to a harness that is used to sus-
this is a long, thin shaft along which 2 spoon-like pend a character in the air several feet above the
objects are affixed. The end of the shaft with the ground. Next, the ankles are bound and 1 torturer
spoon-like objects is inserted into the orifice of the pulls this rope to raise the legs. Finally, a point is
torturer’s choice: either the mouth, vagina, or anus. placed underneath the victim’s anus, vagina, scro-
The protruding end has a ring that may be screwed tum, or lower back, depending on the whim of the
down along the shaft, which forces the spoon-like torturer. The torturer can lower the character onto
objects apart and stretches the orifice from inside. the point, varying the weight from 0 to the victim’s
Death may result from substantial ruptures. BCT is full body weight. Further, they may be gently
2 days for a blacksmith. dropped or may fall repeatedly onto it.
Whirligig: Looking like a large and cylin-
drical bird cage, this torture device accommodates a
human. The center of the top and bottom of this
cylinder are affixed to a sturdy external structure.
Once a character is placed inside the cage, the cage
is spun quickly, which results in dizziness, nausea,
and then vomiting. BCT is 3 days for a blacksmith.

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 Weapons Fulcrum Range is where the wielder places
their hand or hands. If both hands are used, then
There are 3 categories of weapons: melee
the hand closest to the attacking-end of the weapon
weapons for armed combat in close quarters, mis-
is considered the fulcrum. The location of their
cellaneous weapons in which characters usually do
hands is the point from which leverage is gained.
not train but may use nonetheless, and missile weap-
The higher the number, the closer the fulcrum is to
ons for distant combat. The weapons in the tables
the attacking-end of the weapon. The lower the
are numbered to facilitate the determination of Plun-
fulcrum on a hacking or pounding weapon, the more
der in Chapter 14: Treasure.
damage is delivered but it has a higher Delivery Pen-
alty (see Delivery Penalty on the next page). There-
Cost is listed in silver pieces (s.p.).
fore, the higher the fulcrum on a hacking or pound-
Type determines whether the weapon is a
ing weapon, the less damage is delivered but it has a
Stabbing, Hacking, or Pounding weapon, or a com-
lower Delivery Penalty.
bination of these 3. For example, a horseman’s battle
Range lists the range increments of the
axe is primarily a hacking weapon, though due to its
weapon. First, however, the maximum range and
back-spike the wielder may also reverse their grip
maximum effective range must be calculated. The
and use it for stabbing damage, though its Delivery
maximum range of a hurled weapon (such as a dag-
Penalty is still calculated as a hacking weapon be-
ger or hatchet) is equal to the cube root of the
cause it is swung, not thrust.
hurler’s Strength divided by the weight of the
Each weapon also has either A (Agility), SA
weapon hurled, and the result is multiplied by 50.
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(Strength and Agility), or S (Strength) listed. ‘A’

For example, a human with 150 Strength has a maxi-
weapons may be used to attack twice per round in
mum range of hurling a hatchet 132 feet away. The
combat, while ‘S’ and ‘SA’ weapons may be used to
maximum effective range is only 75% of the maxi-
attack once per round in combat. The number of
mum range. For each SP invested in the Weapon
attacks per round may be increased with SP, as noted
Specific skill, the maximum effective range is in-
in the Weapon (General) and Weapon (Specific) skills
creased by 1%, but it can never exceed the maxi-
(see Chap. 8: Skills). S, SA, and A weapons differ in
mum range. For example, a human with a maxi-
which sub-ability modifiers (Hand-Eye Coordina-
mum range of 132 feet for hurling a hatchet has a
tion and/or Agility) are used, and in what propor-
maximum effective range of 99 feet if 0 SP are in-
tion. For more information, see the Weapon (Spe-
vested. If an object or weapon is hurled beyond
cific) skill.
maximum effective range, yet within maximum
Size of the weapon is Tiny (less than 24”),
range, then it may only hit the target on a natural 30
Small (24-36”), Medium (37-48”), or Large (>48”).
of 3d10. The range increments of projectile weap-
For example, a battle axe is a weapon of medium
ons (such as a bow or crossbow) are listed as a con-
size (48”), while a hand axe (hatchet) is a tiny weapon
stant, irrespective of the Strength of the attacker.
(15”). Weapons are always the same size listed. There
The maximum range of a projectile weapon is 10
are not larger versions of these weapons for larger
times the amount listed. However, for hurled weap-
humanoids. Weapon size and creature size affect
ons the Strength sub-ability is divided to determine
Smiting (see Chap. 10: Combat). Weapon size affects
the range increment. For instance, if a human has
Delivery Penalty.
150 Strength and hurls a hatchet, which has
Weight is listed in pounds, so a dagger
(Strength/10), then his range increment is 15 feet.
weighs 1 pound.
For each range increment, a penalty of - 3 is applied
Weight Distribution is the location of the
to the Aim or Hurl skill check; the first range incre-
balancing point of the weapon, considering the
ment is not penalized. For example, if a human
handle or end closest to the wielder as 0, and the tip
with 150 Strength hurls a hatchet at a human foe
or end closest to the foe as 1. The range of Weight
who is 90 feet away, then he incurs a - 18 penalty (-
Distribution is 0-1.
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abilities and wears only clothes, then the hurler with Hacking and Pounding Weapons
the hatchet must roll 29 or better on 3d10 to hit the First, multiply Weapon Size in inches by
foe. Conversely, if a shortbow (60’ range increment) Weapon Weight in pounds. Multiply the result by
were utilized against a target 80’ away, then it would the Weight Distribution. Consider this Result A.
incur only a penalty of - 3. Next, select a point in the Fulcrum Range,
Damage is the numerical value determined if a range is offered. Then, subtract the chosen
by dice that the foe suffers, should the wielder con- point from 100, and divide this result by 100. Con-
nect successfully with their foe. Once rolled, dam- sider this Result B.
age must be modified by the point chosen as ful- Multiply Result A by B. Divide this result
crum, if applicable (see Fulcrum Range). To modify by 2. This is Result C. The Strength of the charac-
damage by fulcrum, subtract the chosen point from ter must equal or exceed Result C to be able to wield
100, and divide the result by 100. Multiply damage the weapon with 1 hand. Multiply Result C by 0.75.
by this result. Finally, damage may be modified by This is Result D, which is the Strength required to
Strength, if caused with an ‘S’ or ‘SA’ weapon (see wield the weapon with 2 hands. Less Strength is
Type for A, SA, or S weapons). After damage is required to wield a weapon with 2 hands than 1 hand.
modified, if applicable, it is subtracted from the IP However, there is a difference between be-
of the foe’s armor if the armor but not the foe was ing minimally able to wield a weapon, and effec-
struck, or additionally, the BPP and LP of the dam- tively wielding a weapon. If a character cannot wield
aged foe if struck. Edged weapons listed are con- a weapon effectively, then they have a penalty to
sidered to be sharp. If an edged weapon is dull, their attack skill check.

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then it does only 50% of the damage listed. Multiply Result C by 1.5 to determine the
Delivery Penalty is a number that is sub- Strength at which a character is effective at wielding
tracted from the initiative roll (see Chap. 10: Combat) a weapon with 1 hand. Consider this Result E.
each round, which serves to make combatants with Multiply Result D by 1.5 to determine the Strength
weapons likely to be slower while attacking than at which a character is effective at wielding a weapon
combatants using only natural weapons, such as with 2 hands. Consider this Result F.
brawlers, animals, or many creatures. Delivery Pen- If a character is able to wield a weapon, but
alty (DP) is listed directly for Missile Weapons. Play- ineffectively, then divide Strength by (Result E if 1-
ers must calculate DP for all other weapons. For handed, or Result F if 2-handed) and multiply by
hacking or pounding weapons, consult the first 10. This is the penalty to all attack skill checks made
method below: by this character with this weapon at this fulcrum.
As Strength increases, a character progresses
from being able to wield a weapon with 2 hands,
then able with 1 hand, then effective with 2 hands,
then effective with 1 hand, and then penalized for
using 2 hands when 1 is clearly sufficient.
If a character attempts to use a weapon with
2 hands, then multiply Result C by 4, and consider
this Result G. This is the point of Strength above
which a weapon should be used with only 1 hand.
If a character has a Strength equal to or greater than
Result G and attempts to wield this weapon with 2
hands, then the character receives a penalty to their
DP. In this case, multiply Result D by 1.25.

1. For the sake of ease, it is recommended that Delivery Penalty is calculated by using a program called the Fatal Delivery
Penalty Generator, which is available free from Fatal Games. This program may be downloaded from the Website:
www.fatalgames.com.

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 If the character is able to wield the weapon, Stabbing Weapons
or can wield it effectively, then apply the opposite Some weapons may cause stabbing damage,
of the Skill Modifiers for Strength, Agility, or the but their DP is calculated either as hacking or pound-
average of Strength and Agility, depending on its ing. Examples include the horseman’s battle axe,
type: A, SA, or S. Apply this either to Result C if a both war hammers, and both military picks, scythe,
weapon is used 1-handed and it should be used 1- sickle, and hurlbat.
handed, to Result D if a weapon is used 2-handed For stabbing weapons, multiply the Weapon
and should be used 2-handed, or to the modified Weight by 10, and consider this Result A. This is
Result D if a weapon is used 2-handed and should the Strength required to wield the weapon with 1
be used 1-handed. The result is the DP. hand. Multiply Result A by 0.75, and consider this
For example, a human named Giles picks Result B. This is the Strength required to wield the
up a horseman’s flail with 2 spiked balls. Since this weapon with 2 hands. If the weapon is longer than
flail is 36” long, 7 pounds, and has a weight distribu- half the height of the character, then the character
tion of 0.80, these are multiplied together to give should use 2 hands or suffer a penalty to the attack
Result A, which is 201.6. Since Giles’ Strength is skill check.
130, he confidently chooses the lowest fulcrum, Weapons that are clearly 1-handed, such as
which is 10. Therefore, (100 - 10) is 90, and (90 / when a human wields a dagger, do not get a lower
100) is 0.9. Result B is 0.9. Next, (201.6 x 0.9) is DP by using 2 hands. In this case, multiply Result A
181.44, and (181.44 / 2) is 90.72. Result C is 90.72. by 1.25, which gives the wielder a penalty.
Because Giles’ Strength is 130, which meets or ex- If the character is capable of wielding the
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ceeds 90.72, he is capable of wielding this flail with weapon, then apply the opposite of the Skill Modi-
1 hand. However, if Giles were to keep the same fier Agility. Apply this either to Result A if a weapon
fulcrum, but use 2 hands, he would need only a is used 1-handed and it should be used 1-handed, to
Strength of 68.04 (90.72 x 0.75), which is Result D. Result B if a weapon is used 2-handed and should
Giles is able to wield this flail with 1 or 2 hands. be used 2-handed, or to the modified Result A if a
With 1 hand, he needs a Strength of 136 (90.72 x weapon is used 2-handed and should be used 1-
1.5) to be effective with this flail at this fulcrum. handed. The result is the DP.
Giles is ineffective with this weapon, and has a pen- Stabbing weapons weighing less than 1% of
alty of -9 to all attack skill checks [(130 / 136) x 10] a character’s Strength have a DP equal to the oppo-
whenever wielding this weapon with 1 hand at this site of their Agility Skill Modifier.
fulcrum. However, with 2 hands, Giles needs a For example, a kobold named Kundugga
Strength of 102 (68.04 x 1.5) to be effective with picks up a short spear. A short spear weighs 3
this flail at this fulcrum. Since his Strength is 130, pounds, so Result A is 30. Since his Strength is 80,
he is capable of wielding this flail effectively with 2 Kundugga is strong enough to wield this short spear
hands at this fulcrum. Giles chooses to wield it 2- with 1 hand. But, since it is longer than half of his
handed. His Agility is 100, so there is no modifier. height, Kundugga chooses to wield it with 2 hands
Since the weapon type is SA, the average of his and avoid the penalty to the attack skill check. There-
Strength and Agility skill modifiers (+14 and 0) is 7. fore, Result A becomes 22.5. Since Kundugga’s Agil-
The opposite (-7) is applied to 68. Giles has DP 61 ity is 103, he has a skill modifier of + 3. Therefore,
while wielding this flail with 2 hands at fulcrum 10. his final DP with this weapon is 19 (22 - 3).
Penetration is a listing of modifiers against
penetrating Light/Medium/Heavy armors for that
specific weapon. Light armors are nakedness, cloth-
ing, gambeson, studded leather, and leather. Me-
dium armors include brigandine, scalemail, chainmail,
and banded mail. Heavy armors include chainmail
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D am ag e
L/M/H
1 . Axe , Ba ttl e , Footma n’ s M
5 0 s. p. H: SA 4 0.90 5 -9 0 3 d1 0 +2 -/-5 /-1 0
(2 H)(w/o ba c k spi k e ) 48”
2 . Axe , Ba ttl e , Horse ma n’ s S
3 0 s. p. H(S): SA 3 0.85 1 0 -9 0 1 d1 2 +1 -/-5 /-1 5
(w/ba c k spi k e ) 24”
3 . Axe , Ha nd (Ha tc he t) T
1 0 s. p. H: A 2 0.80 1 0 -9 0 1 d1 0 -/-1 0 /-2 0
(a l so thrown) 15”
S
4 . Cl ub - P: SA 2 0.60 1 0 -9 0 2 d6 -/-/-5
24”
M
5 . Cl ub, Gre a t (2 H) 1 0 s. p. P: S 4 0.60 5 -9 0 3 d8 -/-/-5
3 6 -4 8 ”
6 . Da g ge r (doubl e -e dge d) T
3 0 s. p. S: A 1 - - 1 d1 0 -/-5 /-2 0
(a l so thrown) 1 1 -1 8 ”
S
7 . Da g ge r, Di rk (si ngl e e dge ) 2 0 s. p. S: A 2 - - 1 d1 2 -/-1 0 /-2 5
1 7 -2 1 ”
T
8 . Da g ge r, Sti l e tto(tri pl e e dge ) 5 0 s. p. S: A 1 - - 1 d2 0 -/-/-1 0
12”
9 . Fl a i l , Footma n’ s, Hol y Wa te r
M
Spri nk l e r (2 H) [swi v e l
5 0 s. p. P: SA 3 6 ” sta ff 12 0.60 5 -7 0 3 d1 0 +3 -/-/-5
e nd l i nk (no c ha i n) w/
+8 ”
a tta c he d 8 ” spi k e d ma c e ]

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1 0 . Fl a i l , Footma n’ s Mi l i ta ry
M
(2 H) [swi v e l e nd l i nk (no
7 0 s. p. P: SA 3 6 ” sta ff 13 0.60 5 -7 0 3 d1 2 +2 -/-/-5
c ha i n) w/ a tta c he d 1 5 ”
+1 5 ”
se c ti one d + spi k e d rod]
S
1 1 . Fl a i l , Horse ma n’ s (w/
3 0 s. p. P: SA 2 4 ” sta ff 6 0.80 1 0 -6 0 2 d1 0 +1 -/-5 /-1 0
c ha i n a nd one spi k e d ba l l )
+ 12”
S
1 2 . Fl a i l , Horse ma n’ s (w/
4 0 s. p. P: SA 2 4 ” sta ff 7 0.80 1 0 -6 0 2 d1 0 +3 -/-/-1 0
c ha i ns + two spi k e d ba l l s)
+ 12”
1 3 . Ga rrote (2 H) S 3 d8 (se e
5 s. p. -: A 1 - - -/-/-5 0
(thi n wi re for c hok i ng) 24” de sc ri pti on)
1 4 . Ha mme r, Ma ul (2 H) M
1 2 0 s. p. P: S 10 0.90 5 -9 0 4 d1 2 +4 -/-/-5
(mi l i ta ry sl e dge of stone ) 36”
1 5 . Ha mme r, Wa r, Footma n’ s M
4 0 s. p. P(S): SA 3 0.70 5 -9 0 3 d1 0 +2 -/-5 /-1 5
(2 H) (wi th ba c k spi k e ) 3 0 -3 3 ”
1 6 . Ha mme r, Wa r, Horse ma n’ s
S
(wi th ba c k spi k e ) 3 0 s. p. P(S): SA 2 0.80 1 0 -9 0 1 d2 0 +2 -/-5 /-1 5
24”
(a l so thrown)
1 7 . La nc e , Li ght (bl unte d e nd, L
2 0 s. p. P: SA 5 - - 1 d1 2 +2 -/-5 /-1 0
hol l ow pol e ) 60”
L
1 8 . La nc e , He a v y (x2 c ha rge ) 8 0 s. p. S: SA 10 - - 1 d2 0 +3 -/-5 /-1 0
168”
1 9 . La nc e , Jousti ng (x2 se t L
1 0 0 s. p. P: SA 6 - - 1 d1 2 +3 -/-/-
c ha rge ) (bl unte d e nd) 168”
M
2 0 . Ma c e , Footma n’ s (2 H) 4 0 s. p. P: SA 6 0.85 5 -9 0 3 d1 0 +3 -/-/-1 0
36”
S
2 1 . Ma c e , Horse ma n’ s 2 0 s. p. P: SA 4 0.90 1 0 -9 0 1 d2 0 +3 -/-5 /-1 5
24”
M
2 2 . Ma c e -a xe (2 H) 6 0 s. p. H/P: SA 7 0.90 5 -9 0 3 d1 0 +4 -/-/-1 0
36”
2 3 . Morge nste rn (Morni ngsta r) M
4 0 s. p. S/P: SA 8 -/0 . 8 0 5 -9 0 3 d1 0 +3 -/-5 /-1 0
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D am ag e
L/M/H
2 4 . Pi c k , Mi l i ta ry, Footma n’ s
M
(2 H) (a l so c a l l e d the 4 0 s. p. H(S): SA 6 0.85 5 -9 0 3 d1 0 + 3 -/-5 /-1 0
48”
Bi sa c uta , O uc i n, Be sa gue )
S
2 5 . Pi c k , Mi l i ta ry, Horse ma n’ s 3 0 s. p. H(S): SA 4 0.80 1 0 -9 0 1 d2 0 + 3 -/-5 /-1 5
24”
2 6 . Pol e a r m, Awl Pi k e (2 H) L
2 0 s. p. S: SA 12 - - 2 d1 0 + 2 -/-5 /-1 5
(x2 se t c ha rge ) 2 1 6 -2 6 4 ”
2 7 . Pol e a r m, Be rde e sh (2 H) L
3 0 s. p. H: SA 7 0.85 5 -9 0 3 d1 0 + 3 -/-5 /-1 0
(Ba rdi c he or Spa rth Axe ) 60”
2 8 . Pol e a r m, Be c de Corbi n L 2 d1 0 /
4 0 s. p. S/P: SA 6 0.80 -/5 -9 0 -/-5 /-1 5
(Ra v e n’ s Be a k ) (2 H) 72” 2 d1 2 + 1
L 2 d1 0 /
2 9 . Pol e a r m, Bi l l (2 H) 5 0 s. p. S/H: SA 10 0.85 -/5 -9 0 -/-5 /-1 5
>9 5 ” 3 d1 0 + 2
3 0 . Pol e a r m, Bi pe nni s (2 H) L
9 0 s. p. H: SA 12 0.90 5 -9 0 3 d1 2 + 2 -/-/-1 0
(doubl e -bl a de d Pol e a xe ) 72”
L
3 1 . Pol e a r m, Fa uc ha rd (2 H) 2 0 s. p. H: SA 7 0.75 5 -9 0 3 d1 0 + 2 -/-/-1 5
>9 5 ”
L
3 2 . Pol e a r m, Gl a i v e (2 H) 3 0 s. p. H: SA 8 0.80 5 -9 0 2 d1 0 -/-1 0 /-2 0
>9 5 ”
L
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3 3 . Pol e a r m, Gui sa r me (2 H) 2 0 s. p. H: SA 8 0.75 5 -9 0 3 d1 0 + 2 -/-5 /-1 0

>7 1 ”
3 4 . Pol e a r m, Ha l be rd (2 H) L 2 d1 0 /
5 0 s. p. S/H: SA 10 0.85 -/5 -9 0 -/-5 /-5
(x2 se t c ha rge ) 6 0 -9 6 ” 3 d1 2 + 1
3 5 . Pol e a r m, Mi l i ta ry Fork L
2 0 s. p. S: SA 7 0.80 - 2 d1 2 -/-5 /-1 0
(2 H) (x2 se t c ha rge ) >8 3 ”
3 6 . Pol e a r m, Pa rti sa n (2 H) L
5 0 s. p. S: SA 8 0.75 - 2 d1 2 -/-5 /-1 5
(x2 se t c ha rge ) >8 3 ”
3 7 . Pol e a r m, Pol e a xe (si ngl e -
L 2 d1 0 /
bl a de d Bi pe nni s w/spi k e s 6 0 s. p. S/H: SA 10 0.85 -/5 -9 0 -/-/-1 0
6 0 -7 2 ” 3 d1 2
on ba c k a nd ti p) (2 H)
3 8 . Pol e a r m, Ra nse ur (2 H) L -/-5 /-1 0
3 0 s. p. S: SA 7 0.75 - 2 d1 0 + 1
(x2 se t c ha rge ) >9 5 ”
3 9 . Pol e a r m, Spe tum (2 H) L -/-5 /-1 0
2 0 s. p. S: SA 7 0.75 - 2 d1 0 + 1
(x2 se t c ha rge ) >9 5 ”
4 0 . Pol e a r m, Voul ge (2 H) L -/-5 /-1 0
3 0 s. p. H: SA 10 0.85 5 -9 0 3 d1 0 + 2
(Loc ha be r a xe ) >9 5 ”
4 1 . Qua rte rsta ff L
1 s. p. P: S A 3 0.50 5 -9 0 1 d1 0 -/-2 0 /-8 0
(i ron e nd-c a ps) 6 0 -7 2 ”
T
4 2 . Sa p 2 s. p. P: S A 3 0.90 5 -9 0 1 d8 -/-5 /-5 0
12”
4 3 . Spe a r, Long (2 H) L
2 0 s. p. S: SA 5 0.90 - 2 d1 0 -/-5 /-1 5
(x2 se t c ha rge ) <1 5 6 ”
4 4 . Spe a r, Me di um L
1 0 s. p. S: SA 3 0.85 - 2 d1 0 -/-5 /-1 5
(a l so thrown) 4 8 -8 4 ”
4 5 . Spe a r, Short S
5 s. p. S: SA 3 0.80 - 2 d1 0 -/-5 /-1 5
(ha l f-spe a r or gua rd spe a r) 27”
M
4 6 . Spe a r, Tri de nt (2 H) 8 s. p. S: SA 6 0.80 - 3 d6 -/-5 /-1 0
4 8 -9 6 ”
( se e
4 7 . Stri k e , Una r me d
- P: A - - - - Bra wl i ng -/-5 0 /-9 0
(se e Bra wl i ng sk i l l )
sk i l l )
4 8 . Sword, Ba sta rd L
1 2 0 s. p. H: SA 7 0.25 5 -1 5 3 d1 2 + 1 -/-5 /-1 0
(Ha nd-a nd-a -Ha l f) 4 3 -5 1 ”

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(lbs .) D is t. Range
D am ag e
L/M/H
4 9 . Sword, Broa dsword
M
(se e mi ngl y, the a v e ra ge of 5 0 s. p. H: SA 3 0.40 5 2 d1 2 -/-5 /-1 5
3 4 -4 6 ”
swords)
5 0 . Sword, Cut + Thr ust(thi c k M 2 d1 0 /
9 0 s. p. S/H: SA 4 -/0 . 3 0 -/1 0 -/-/-1 5
sword of me di um l e ngth) 3 7 -4 0 ” 2 d1 2
5 1 . Sword, Fa l c hi on (c ur v e d
S
bl a de , we i ghte d e nd, si ngl e 6 0 s. p. H: SA 4 0.50 10 3 d6 -/-5 /-1 5
2 8 -3 0 ”
e dge )
5 2 . Sword, Fl a mbe rge (2 H) L
3 0 0 s. p. S: SA 10 - - 3 d1 0 -/-/-1 0
(wa v y bl a de ) 4 8 -6 4 ”
S 2 d1 0 /
5 3 . Sword, Gl a di us 6 0 s. p. S/H: SA 3 -/0 . 2 0 -/1 0 -/-5 /-1 5
28” 4 d8
5 4 . Sword, Long (thi n bl a de
M
tha t i s l ong for a one - 7 0 s. p. S: SA 4 - - 1 d2 0 -/-5 /-1 5
3 4 -4 2 ”
ha nde d sword)
5 5 . Sword, Short (some ti me s S
5 0 s. p. S: SA 3 - - 3 d6 -/-5 /-1 5
c a l l e d a n Arc he r’ s sword) 2 2 -3 1 ”
L 2 d1 0 /
5 6 . Sword, Z we i ha nde r (2 H) 2 5 0 s. p. S/H: S 15 -/0 . 3 5 -/5 -3 0 -/-/-1 0
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5 7 . Whi p (subdua l da ma ge ) 1 0 s. p. H: A 2 0.15 5 1 d4 -/-8 0 /-9 5
96”
L
5 8 . Whi p, Bul l 2 0 s. p. H: A 3 0.10 5 1 d6 -/-7 0 /-9 0
168”
5 9 . Whi p, Ca t-o-ni ne ta i l s T
5 s. p. H: A 1 0.20 5 1 -/-8 0 /-9 5
(subdua l da ma ge ) 18”
6 0 . Whi p, Sc ourge (a Ca t-o- T
1 0 s. p. H: A 1 0.25 5 1 d6 -/-7 5 /-9 0
ni ne ta i l s wi th ba rbs) 18”

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 Mis c e llane ous We apons
Wt. We ight Fulc r um Pe ne tration
Mis c e llane ous We apons Cost Ty p e Siz e
(lbs .) D is t. Range
Range D am age
L/M/H
T (Stre ngth-
1 . Axe , Ha nd (Ha tc he t) 1 0 s. p. H: A 2 0.85 1 0 -9 0 1 d1 0 -/-1 0 /-2 0
15” /1 0 )’
2 . Bottl e T (Stre ngth-
1 s. p. P: A 1 0.75 20 1 d8 -/-5 /-1 5
(i f brok e n, tre a t a s a k ni fe ) 12” /1 0 )’
T
3 . Bu c k e t 2 s. p. P: SA 2 0.75 10 - 1 d4 -/-1 0 /-2 0
15”
L
4 . Cha i n 4 s. p. P: SA 5 0.50 5 - 1 d6 -/-1 0 /-2 0
60”
M
5 . Cha i r (2 H) 3 s. p. P: SA 3 0.75 5 -9 0 - 1 d8 -/-1 0 /-2 0
36”
T (Stre ngth-
6 . Cl e a v e r 1 0 s. p. H: A 2 0.75 10 1 d1 0 -/-1 0 /-2 0
12” /1 0 )’
T
7 . Fi l e , Me ta l 2 s. p. P: A 1 0.50 1 0 -9 0 - 1 d4 -/-1 0 /-2 0
<1 2 ”
8 . Fl a i l , Gra i n S
3 s. p. P: SA 2 0.30 1 0 -6 0 - 1 d8 -/-1 0 /-2 0
(wood j oi ne d by rope ) 30”
L
9 . Fork , Pi tc h (2 H) 9 s. p. S: SA 6 NA NA - 2 d6 -/-5 /-1 5
>8 3 ”
T
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1 0 . Fork , Se r v i ng 6 s. p. S: A 1 NA NA - 1 d6 -/-5 /-2 5

12”
T
1 1 . Ga untl e t 2 0 0 s. p. P: SA 2 0.50 NA - 1 d4 -/-5 /-1 5
<1 2 ”
1 2 . Ha mme r, Tool T (Stre ngth-
1 0 s. p. P: A 2 0.90 1 0 -9 0 2 d1 0 -/-5 /-1 0
(w/o ba c k spi k e ) 15” /1 0 )’
M
1 3 . Ha mme r, Sl e dge (2 H) 3 0 s. p. P: S 8 0.90 1 0 -9 0 - 2 d2 0 -/-/-5
36”
M
1 4 . Hoe (2 H) 5 s. p. H: SA 3 0.75 1 0 -9 0 - 1 d6 -/-1 0 /-2 0
3 6 -4 8 ”
T (Stre ngth-
1 5 . Hook , Gra ppl i ng 4 0 s. p. S/P: SA 4 0.75 1 0 -7 0 1 d6 -/-5 /-1 0
18” /1 0 )’
1 6 . Kni fe , Hunti ng or Tool T (Stre ngth-
8 s. p. S: A 1 NA NA 1 d8 -/-1 5 /-2 5
(si ngl e e dge ) 8 -1 3 ” /1 0 )’
T
1 7 . Ma l l e t (a l l wood) 2 s. p. P: A 2 0.80 1 0 -7 5 - 1 d4 -/-5 /-2 0
12”
T
1 8 . Qui l l 4 0 s. p. S: A - NA NA - 1 d2 -/3 0 /-9 5
12”
S
1 9 . Pa n, Fry i ng (Iron) 8 s. p. P: SA 4 0.75 10 - 1 d8 -/-5 /-1 5
18”
T
2 0 . Pry ba r (Crowba r) 4 s. p. P: SA 3 0.50 1 0 -9 0 - 1 d8 -/-5 /-1 5
18”
T
2 1 . Rol l i ng Pi n 2 s. p. P: SA 2 0.60 10 - 1 d4 -/-5 /-2 0
12”
T
2 2 . Sc i ssors 9 s. p. S: A 0.5 NA NA - 1 d6 -/-5 /-2 5
<1 0 ”
L
2 3 . Sc y the (2 H) 3 0 s. p. H(S): SA 5 0.50 1 0 -9 0 - 2 d8 -/-1 0 /-2 0
60”
2 4 . Shi e l d v a ri e s P: SA v a ri e s v a ri e s 0.50 50 - 1 d2 -/-5 /-1 0
T (Stre ngth-
2 5 . Shoe 2 s. p. P: A 0.5 0.50 50 1 d2 -/-5 /-2 5
<1 2 ” /1 0 )’
T (Stre ngth-
2 6 . Shoe , Horse 5 s. p. P: SA 2 0.50 50 1 d4 -/-5 /-2 0
<8 ” /1 0 )’

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Wt. We ight Fulc r um Pe ne tration
Mis c e llane ous We apons Cost Ty p e Siz e
(lbs .) D is t. Range
D am ag e
L/M/H
M
2 7 . Shov e l (2 H) 8 s. p. H/P: SA 4 0.80 1 0 -9 0 1 d8 -/-5 /-1 5
3 6 -4 8 ”
T
2 8 . Si c k l e 1 0 s. p. H(S): A 2 0.40 10 1 d1 2 -/-1 5 /-2 5
18”
M
2 9 . Spa de (2 H) 7 s. p. H/P: SA 3 0.85 1 0 -9 0 1 d8 -/-5 /-1 5
3 6 -4 8 ”
S
3 0 . Ta rge (Spi k e d Shi e l d) 2 0 s. p. S: SA 6 0.50 50 1 d8 -/-5 /-2 0
24”
S
3 1 . Torc h (a burni ng c l ub) 1 s. p. P: SA 1 0.55 1 0 -9 0 2 d1 0 -/-5 /-1 5
24”

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 Mis s ile We apons
Wt. D e live r y Pe ne tration
Mis s ile We apons Cos t Ty p e Siz e
(lbs .)
Range
Pe nalty
D am ag e
L/M/H
S Se e Se e Se e
1 . Arrows (1 2 w/qui v e r) 1 0 s. p. S: - 2 Se e We a pon
30” We a pon We a pon We a pon
T (Stre ngth-
2 . Axe , Ha nd (Ha tc he t) 8 s. p. H: SA 2 20 1 d1 0 -/-1 0 /-2 0
15” /1 0 )’
S (Stre ngth-
3 . Bol a s 1 0 s. p. P: SA 2 20 3 d4 -/-2 0 /-9 0
24” /5 )’
T Se e Se e Se e
4 . Bol ts (2 0 w/ qui v e r) 2 0 s. p. S: - 3 Se e We a pon
18” We a pon We a pon We a pon
5 . Boome ra ng T (Stre ngth-
1 0 s. p. P: A 1 10 1 d6 -/-1 0 /-2 0
(doe s not re turn to throwe r) 18” /5 )’
6 . Bottl e T (Stre ngth-
1 s. p. P: SA 1 10 1 d8 -/-5 /-1 5
(i f brok e n, tre a t a s a k ni fe ) 12” /1 0 )’
7 . Bottl e , O i l (wi th i gni te d T (Stre ngth- 1 d2 0 /
5 s. p. P: SA 2 20 -/-5 /-1 0
wi c k ) (Mol otov c oc k ta i l ) 12” /1 0 )’ the n 1 d1 0
8 . Bow, Short (2 H) M
1 5 0 s. p. S: A 2 60’ 20 1 d1 2 -/-2 0 /-5 0
(c a n use mounte d) 48”
9 . Bow, Long (2 H) L
4 0 0 s. p. S: A 3 100’ 30 1 d2 0 -/-5 /-1 0
(too bi g to use mounte d) 6 6 -7 9 ”
T (Stre ngth-
1 0 . Cl e a v e r 1 0 s. p. H: SA 2 10 1 d1 0 -/-1 0 /-2 0
12” /1 0 )’
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1 1 . Crossbow, Ha nd (2 H)
(dra wn by the ha nd)
M
Crossbows a nd c ross- 1 8 0 s. p. S: A 7 80’ 70 2 d1 0 +1 -/-/-5
36”
bowme n a re a l so c a l l e d
a rba l e sts + a rba l e sti e rs.
1 2 . Crossbow, Whe e l + Ra tc he t
(2 H) (must be c ra nk e d)
Crossbows a nd c ross- M
2 5 0 s. p. S: A 14 120’ 100 3 d1 0 +2 -/-/-
bowme n a re a l so c a l l e d 36”
a rba l e sts + a rba l e sti e rs.
4 0 0 dra w l bs. re qui re d.
T (Stre ngth-
1 3 . Da g ge r (doubl e -e dge d) 1 0 s. p. S: A 1 10 1 d1 0 -/-5 /-2 0
1 1 -1 8 ” /1 0 )’
T (Stre ngth-
1 4 . Da rt 2 0 s. p. S: A 0.5 5 1 d8 -/-2 5 /-7 5
18” /5 )’
T (Stre ngth-
1 5 . Fl a sk 1 s. p. P: SA 1 10 1 d4 -/-1 0 /-2 5
72” /1 0 )’
1 6 . Fl a sk , O i l (wi th i gni te d T (Stre ngth- 1 d8 /
2 0 s. p. P: SA 1 10 -/-1 0 /-2 0
wi c k ) 72” /1 0 )’ the n 1 d4
1 7 . Ha mme r, Tool T (Stre ngth-
1 0 s. p. P: SA 2 20 1 d1 2 -/-5 /-1 0
(w/o ba c k spi k e ) 15” /1 0 )’
1 8 . Ha mme r, Wa r, Horse ma n’ s S (Stre ngth-
3 0 s. p. P(S): SA 2 20 1 d2 0 +2 -/-5 /-1 5
(wi th ba c k spi k e ) 24” /1 0 )’
T (Stre ngth-
1 9 . Hook , Gra ppl i ng 4 0 s. p. S/P: SA 4 40 1 d6 -/-5 /-1 0
18” /1 0 )’
S (Stre ngth-
2 0 . Hurl ba t (a l l me ta l ha nd a x) 2 0 s. p. H(S): SA 4 40 1 d2 0 -/-5 /-1 5
22” /1 0 )’
M (Stre ngth-
2 1 . Ja v e l i n 1 0 s. p. S: SA 2 20 1 d1 2 -/-1 0 /-2 5
60” /4 )’
2 2 . Kni fe , Hunti ng or Tool T (Stre ngth-
7 s. p. S: A 1 10 1 d8 -/-1 5 /-2 5
(si ngl e e dge ) 8 -1 2 ” /1 0 )’
2 3 . Kni fe , Throwi ng T (Stre ngth-
9 s. p. S: A 0.5 5 1 d6 -/-1 0 /-2 0
(doubl e -e dge d) <8 ” /5 )’

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Wt. D e live r y Pe ne tration
Mis s ile We apons Cos t Ty p e Siz e
(lbs .)
Range
Pe nalty
D am ag e
L/M/H
L (Stre ngth-
2 4 . Ne t, We i ghte d 5 s. p. P: SA 10 100 - -/-/-
120” /1 0 )’
L (Stre ngth-
2 5 . Pi l um 2 0 s. p. S: SA 1 10 1 d1 2 -/-5 /-1 0
7 2 -8 4 ” /4 )’
T (Stre ngth-
2 6 . Roc k - P: A 1 10 1 d8 -/-5 /-2 5
3” /4 )’
S (Stre ngth-
2 7 . Sl i ng (2 H) - P: SA 1 5 1 d8 +1 -/-5 /-2 5
2 4 -3 6 ” /2 )’
L (Stre ngth-
2 8 . Spe a r, Me di um 1 0 s. p. S: SA 3 30 2 d1 0 -/-5 /-1 5
6 0 -8 4 ” /5 )’
T (Stre ngth-
2 9 . Vi a l 5 s. p. P: SA 0.5 5 1 d4 -/-1 0 /-5 0
4” /5 )’

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 Axe, Battle, Footman’s: Attached at the Bottle: Though bottles may come in all
end of a 4’ pole is the head of an axe with a blunt shapes and sizes, a wine bottle is approximated here.
back and tip; there is no back-spike. This large 2- Bottle, Oil (with ignited wick): This weapon1
handed axe is used to cleave objects in half. BCT is consists of a bottle filled between a third and half-
1 day for a weaponsmith. way with oil. A rag or wick is dipped in oil and
Axe, Battle, Horseman’s: Attached at the stuffed into the mouth of the bottle. To use the
end of a 2’ pole is the head of an axe with a back- weapon, the rag or wick is lit on fire and the bottle
spike. This 1-handed axe is used to cleave objects in is hurled at a foe or target. This weapon is harder to
half. However, the grip may be reversed and the use than it seems. This weapon is impeded by 2
spike may be used instead, inflicting stabbing dam- factors:
age if desired. BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith. 1. The bottle is harder to break than
Axe, Hand: Also called a hatchet, a small one may think. Whenever one is hurled, an
axe is attached to a 15” pole. A hand axe may be additional roll must be made to see if it
used as both a melee and a missile weapon. BCT is breaks, not just if the hurled bottle connects
1 day for a weaponsmith. with the target. If the bottle does not break,
Bolas: This weapon consists of several sepa- as determined below, then it only does 1d8
rate small leather pouches filled with sand; the damage from the impact and eventually the
pouches are connected by thin ropes. This weapon wick will burn itself out. Below are differ-
is used by spinning above one’s head and then hurl- ent circumstances:
ing at a target. If the target is hit, then numerous a. If hurled against a solid,
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sand-filled pouches will hit in succession and cause hard, and unmoving object such as
damage. BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith. a tree or a wall, then there is only an
Boomerang: This weapon consists of a 20% chance the bottle does not
piece of wood that has been carved flat, is roughly break.
2-3” across, and otherwise is shaped like a ‘V’. Hav- b. If hurled against an object
ing a skill with this weapon means that it will return of medium hardness such as a hu-
to the thrower if it misses its target. Without a skill man standing up and wearing any-
in this weapon, the boomerang will land randomly. thing but platemail or carrying a
BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith.

1. In modern times, this weapon is commonly called a Molotov Cocktail, which is derived from Vyacheslav Molotov, who was
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 tower shield, then there is only a 60% rounds to load, aim, and fire. BCT is 2 weeks for a
chance the bottle does not break. bowyer.
c. If hurled against a soft, mov- Bucket: This weapon consists of a metal
able object such as hay, then there is or wooden structure and a handle. Normally, a
a 95% chance the bottle does not bucket is designed to carry liquids such as water. In
break. threatening situations, a bucket may be swung at a
2. If hurled during moderate or stron- foe. BCT is 1 day for a blacksmith.
ger winds, then the wick is 90% likely to be Chain: This weapon consists of numerous
extinguished before the bottle contacts the small metal links that are strung together one after
target. another. Chains are swung above the head and 1
Bow, Short: This 2-handed weapon con- end is whipped at a target. BCT is 1 week.
sists of a thin wooden pole and a tendon connect- Chair: This 2-handed wooden weapon con-
ing the 2 ends. When the tendon is attached to sists of something crafted on which characters rest
both ends, the pole must be bent for it to reach. their rumps. In a threatening situation, a chair may
This creates pressure on the tendon. This weapon be picked up and swung at a foe, or it may be used
projects arrows at targets. Shortbows are widely effectively to keep a foe at a distance. BCT is 2 days
known to be ineffective against armored humanoid for a carpenter.
troops. It takes 2 rounds to load, aim, and fire. BCT Cleaver: This weapon consists of a handle
is 1 week for a bowyer. and a long, thick blade extending from it. The blade
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of a thin wooden pole made from yew, and has a Cleavers may be used in melee or missile combat.
tendon connecting the 2 ends. When the tendon is BCT is 1 day for a tinker.
attached to both ends, the pole must be bent for it Club: This 1-handed weapon consists of a
to reach. This creates pressure on the tendon. This piece of wood that is usually 2 feet in length. One
weapon projects arrows at targets, and may require of the most ancient of weapons, it is commonly
up to 100 pounds of force to draw it. The longbow used to bash creatures in the head.
is a new invention, it is fast, and surprisingly effec- Club, Great: This 2-handed weapon con-
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 One of the most ancient of weapons, it is com- legal wherever one may go, since it is so popular
monly used to bash creatures in the head. Crea- among assassins, easily hidden, and very lethal. The
tures at least 12’ tall may use this weapon effectively blade of this dagger has 3 edges, appearing triangu-
with 1 hand. lar if observed from the tip. An edge of the blade
Crossbow, Hand: A hand crossbow is one is no more than ¾” across at its widest near the thin
that may be reloaded by hand or without needing a handle, and the blade tapers to a very fine point.
mechanism. After a bolt is projected at a foe, the BCT is 2 weeks for a weaponsmith.
tip of the crossbow is placed on the ground, the Dart: Very similar in size and shape to ar-
user places the tip of their foot in a stirrup at its rows, darts do not have fletching, but only a pole
base, and the user pulls back on the sinew, cocking and a metal tip. Darts are hurled at foes. BCT is 1
it again, which takes 2 rounds. BCT is 2 weeks for a day for a weaponsmith.
bowyer. Flask:- This is a small, glass fixture designed
Crossbow, Wheel and Ratchet: Once to hold a small amount of liquid. If necessary, flasks
fired, this weapon must be cocked again by using a may be hurled at foes. BCT is 1 day for a glass-
mechanism consisting of a wheel and ratchet. Al- blower.
though it takes 3 rounds to reload this weapon, the Flask, Oil: This is a small, glass fixture de-
bolt is projected with incredible force. BCT is 2 signed to hold a small amount of liquid. In this
weeks for a bowyer. case, it is filled with oil. The oil-filled flask is hurled
Dagger: Ranging from 11-18” in length, this at foes. BCT is 1 day for a glassblower.
weapon consists of a handle and a blade with 2 edges. File, Metal: This weapon is a long, thin piece
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This weapon may be used for both melee and mis- of metal that has a rough texture. Normally, this
sile combat. Daggers are popular weapons, often utensil is used to file away at metal, but it may be
used as eating utensils, and commonly hidden in used as a small club. BCT is 1 day for a blacksmith.
boots. BCT is 1 week for a bladesmith. Flail, Footman’s, Holy Water Sprinkler:
Dagger, Dirk: Essentially, a dirk is a larger This 2-handed flail consists of a 3’ pole and swivel
dagger that has only 1 sharpened edge. Dirks are link at the end, upon which swings an 8” metal rod
not balanced and may not be thrown properly. BCT with a spiked ball at the end. This flail has no chain.
is 1 week for a bladesmith. BCT is 1 week for a weaponsmith.
Dagger, Stiletto: This weapon is usually il- Flail, Footman’s, Military: This 2-handed

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flail consists of a 3’ pole and a swivel link at the end, quickly, the act of strangulation takes some time. A
upon which swings a 15” metal rod. Periodically, successful attack on a foe that has their back to the
the thin metal rod (1” diameter) has a ring of spikes attacker means that the garrote is firmly around their
around its circumference. This flail has no chain. neck and that damage begins to occur immediately.
BCT is 1 week for a weaponsmith. If the foe does not have their back to the attacker,
Flail, Grain: Not the everyday flail, this then the foe’s CA increases by 60, 70 if they are
weapon is almost strictly used to pound grain. This familiar with the garrote and the fact that their neck
weapon consists of a wooden pole and wooden balls, needs special defense. Once the garrote is firmly in
which are connected to the pole with rope. BCT is place around the foe’s neck, it causes 3d8 Life Points
1 day for a carpenter. of damage per round, though the foe may attempt
Flail, Horseman’s: These 1-handed flails to escape with a successful Wrestling skill check at
consist of a 2’ pole and either 1 or 2 spiked metal TH 21. If failed, then they lose 10 Strength. The
balls. The pole and the balls are connected by a 2nd round of strangulation, they may attempt escape
sturdy chain. Flails are surprisingly hard-hitting with a TH 24. If failed, then they lose 20 Strength.
weapons. BCT is 1 week for a weaponsmith. The 3rd round of strangulation, they may attempt
Fork, Pitch: Used for baling hay, this is com- escape with a TH 26. If failed, then they lose 40
monly used by peasants as a weapon. The tines of Strength. Beyond this point, no attempts at escape
a pitchfork are curved, so they do not pierce flesh may be made, damage will continue every round,
as well as those of a military fork, which is simply and the loss in Strength will continue to double ev-
this weapon with straightened tines. BCT is 1 day ery round. BCT is 1 day for a blacksmith.

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for a blacksmith. Gauntlet: This is the metal glove of a suit
Fork, Serving: This weapon, usually used of platemail and is designed to protect a hand. In
to serve food to others, may be used to stab crea- times of duress, however, it may be impacted upon
tures. To use in this manner, simply realize the foe a foe to damage them. BCT is 1 day for an
for what they are -- a piece of meat. BCT is 1 day armorsmith.
for a tinker. Hammer, Maul: This 2-handed weapon
Garrote: This is an atypical weapon con- consists of a 3’ pole, and at the end of it is affixed a
sisting of a thin wire and it is used for strangulation. stone block. This weapon is very slow, and the dam-
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 is incredibly effective at smashing things. BCT is 1 war hammer may be thrown as a missile weapon or
day for a weaponsmith. used in melee combat. Since this weapon may be
Hammer, Sledge: This 2-handed weapon used for pounding or stabbing, melee or missile com-
consists of a 3’ pole, and at the end of it is affixed a bat, these are very popular weapons of war. BCT is
steel block, like an oversized double-headed tool 1 day for a weaponsmith.
hammer. This weapon is incredibly effective at Hoe: Quite different from a whore, a hoe is
smashing things, and it is common among peasants. a common gardening tool. BCT is 1 day for a black-
BCT is 1 day for a blacksmith. smith.
Hammer, Tool: One of the most common Hook, Grappling: Only rarely used as a
tools, a hammer is a small pole with a blunt piece of weapon, this item consists of a series of metal poles
metal affixed to 1 end. Normally, hammers are used extending upward and outward from a central hub
to drive nails through wood, though it is pleasingly before sharply curving back down. Normally, a rope
effective at deadening foes. BCT is 1 day for a black- is attached to the hub and the grappling hook is
smith. hurled atop a castle wall where the sharp ends catch,
Hammer, War, Footman’s: This 2-handed embed themselves firmly, and allow others to Climb.
weapon consists of a pole, usually 30-33”, with a It is also hurled from one vessel to another so that
steel head affixed to 1 end. The front of the steel boarding may occur. As a weapon, a grappling hook
head is flat and used for pounding foes. The other is simply hurled at a foe. BCT is 1 day for a black-
side usually has a straight spike, roughly 6” long, smith.
which may be used to stab foes. Since this weapon Hurlbat: This weapon is similar to a hatchet
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may be used for pounding or stabbing, these are made entirely of steel, including the handle. How-
popular weapons of war. BCT is 1 day for a ever, virtually any part of this all-metal axe is sharp
weaponsmith.. and dangerous. Hurlbats are hurled at foes. BCT is
Hammer, War, Horseman’s: This 1- 1 day for a weaponsmith.
handed weapon consists of a pole, usually 2’ long, Javelin: Much lighter than a spear, javelins
with a steel head affixed to 1 end. The front of the are also wooden poles with sharp metal points. Be-
steel head is flat and used for pounding foes. The cause of flimsiness, they are virtually worthless in
other side usually has a straight spike, roughly 4” melee combat, but have good range as a missile
long, which may be used to stab foes. A horseman’s weapon. BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith.

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 Knife, Hunting or Tool: A common knife a 30% chance of splintering. BCT is 1 day for a
has only a single edge and may be used as a melee or weaponsmith.
missile weapon. BCT is 1 day for a tinker. Mace, Footman’s: This 2-handed weapon
Knife, Throwing: Throwing knives look consists of a 3’ pole, either wooden or metal, and a
like small daggers since they have 2 edges. Even metal head affixed to 1 end. The metal head may
more than daggers, throwing knives are well-bal- vary widely in its design. Some consist of a metal
anced. The handle of a throwing knife has no leather ball that is either spiked, studded, or blunt. An-
on it, and it is impractical as a melee weapon. BCT other popular design to reduce weight is to have a
is 1 week for a bladesmith. large, ribbed end. Whatever is attached, the pur-
Lance, Heavy: This version of the lance pose of a mace is to dash the brains out of foes
was adapted for warfare against foot soldiers and with primarily pounding force. This weapon is popu-
cavalry alike. This lance weighs a lot and has a sharp lar with many hierophants, because numerous dei-
tip, but it is very sturdy and successful in unhorsing ties prohibit their worshippers from using edged
armored combatants and piercing foes on the weapons. BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith..
ground. BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith. Mace, Horseman’s: This 1-handed weapon
Lance, Jousting: The original version of a consists of a 2’ pole, either wooden or metal, and a
lance, the jousting lance, was an alteration from the metal head affixed to 1 end. The metal head may
success of spears and javelins. This is no different vary widely in its design. Some consist of a metal
from a spear, except that the head is blunted. The ball that is either spiked, studded, or blunt. An-
pole is of uniform thickness from end to end with a other popular design to reduce weight is to have a

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lozenge-shaped head. Sometimes the blunted end large, ribbed end. Whatever is attached, the pur-
has special points on it, though they do not pierce, pose of a mace is to dash the brains out of foes
but give a grip on plate armor. BCT is 1 day for a with primarily pounding force. This weapon is popu-
weaponsmith. lar with many hierophants, because numerous dei-
Lance, Light: The newest version of the ties prohibit their worshippers from using edged
lance, a light lance is short, only 5 feet in length, and weapons. BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith.
is hollowed out. These are lighter weight, but also Mace-Axe: This odd 2-handed weapon con-
splinter, breaking into pieces easily. For every hit sists of a 3’ wooden pole and a metal head affixed
on an upright armored humanoid, the weapon has to 1 end. The metal head has 2 sides: 1 like a battle

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 axe, the other wide and blunt like a mace. Accord- Pan, Frying: Normally, frying pans are iron
ingly, the weapon may be used for either hacking or cooking utensils. If necessary, this iron pan may be
pounding. BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith. pounded against a foe. BCT is 1 day for a tinker.
Mallet: A thick cylinder of wood is attached Pick, Military, Footman’s: This 2-handed
to a small handle. Mallets are normally used to pound weapon consists of a 4’ pole and a long, thin blade
stakes into the ground. In times of need, they may that is attached in a perpendicular fashion to 1 end
be used against foes. BCT is 1 day for a carpenter. of the pole. The footman’s military pick was origi-
Morgenstern: Also called a morningstar, nally used for mining and has been adopted for war-
this 2-handed weapon consists of a 4’ pole. At 1 fare. BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith.
end of the pole, nails are driven through it in all Pick, Military, Horseman’s: This 1-handed
directions. This spiked weapon is easy to make, com- weapon consists of a 2’ pole and a long, thin blade
mon among peasants, and often considered a mace that is attached in a perpendicular fashion to 1 end
with a spiked head. It is most appropriate for foot of the pole. The horseman’s military pick was origi-
soldiers, though both cavalry and infantry may be nally used for mining and has been adopted for war-
armed with it. BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith. fare. BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith.
Net, Weighted: Small weights are affixed Pilum: This weapon consists of a pole, half
to the perimeter of this net and it is hurled at fish, of which is wooden, half of which is steel. The
wild animals, and sometimes foes. The purpose of steel half has a sharp tip and is front-heavy when
the weighted net is to take the foe to the ground, so hurled. Therefore, it is not effectively thrown long
that others may approach and deprive the foe of distances, but creates an impressive impact at lesser
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consciousness or life as desired while the foe distances. The pilum often embeds itself into a foe’s
struggles for freedom. If hit by a net, then a foe shield and is heavy enough that the foe must either
must pass a Balance skill check at TH 20 or fall to discard the shield or pause to remove the pilum from
the ground. Next, reverse the sign of the foe’s In- it. BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith.
telligence Skill Modifier (such as positive to nega- Polearm, Awl Pike: This 2-handed weapon
tive and vice versa) and multiply this result by 1d10 consists of a pole that averages 20 feet in length
to determine the number of rounds it takes for them with a spearhead attached at 1 end. Essentially a
to find their way out of the weighted net. BCT is 1 very long spear, this weapon is useful because it al-
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cavalry or other charges, the base of the pike is fixed proportions and locations vary somewhat. BCT is
into the ground. Long strips of steel down the shaft 1 day for a weaponsmith.
may be considered 1 of its special features, as it can- Polearm, Bipennis: This 2-handed weapon
not be put out of action by any ordinary (natural 25 is the double-bladed pole axe. At the end of a 6’
or higher on attack rolls) cuts of the sword, axe, etc. pole is affixed a large double-bladed axe-head. This
Those impaled in this way receive double damage fierce weapon hits hard due to the considerable
and are twice as likely to receive Graphic Gore (see weight and the leverage offered by the pole. If a
Chap. 10: Combat). BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith. weapon is needed to cleave through something, then
Polearm, Berdeesh: Also called a bardiche the bipennis is highly recommended. Conversely,
or a Sparth axe, this weapon consists of a pole typi- the disadvantage of this weapon is that a large area
cally 5 feet in length with a large, elongated axe-like is necessary for it to be swung effectively. BCT is 1
blade attached to 1 end. This weapon is popular for day for a weaponsmith.
beheading at executions, and so is the zweihander. Polearm, Fauchard: This weapon is a more
BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith. recent version of an old glaive, and it is currently
Polearm, Bec de Corbin: Also called a very popular. The weapon consists of a blade re-
raven’s beak, this weapon consists of a hammer-like sembling a short sword attached to the end of a
head, a small spike on top, and a small back-spike. pole. There is nothing fancy about a fauchard, but
All are affixed on the end of a pole. BCT is 1 day many folks seek to abolish the weapon due to the
for a weaponsmith. deadly and ghastly nature of the wounds inflicted
Polearm, Bill: Although the term ‘bill’ is by this weapon. BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith.

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applied to all shafted weapons of peculiar form that Polearm, Glaive: Differing from the bill,
do not fall readily under any particular heading, the this weapon has the cutting edge upon the convex
bill is a polearm that was most popular about 400 instead of the concave curve of the blade, and it is
years ago. The most common bill consists of a long also much broader. Essentially, a glaive consists of
and thin blade attached to the end of a pole. In the a simple blade attached to the end of a pole. BCT
middle of 1 side of the blade is a hook that points is 1 day for a weaponsmith.
downward, usually 6 inches in length. Roughly one- Polearm, Guisarme: This weapon may be
third up the other side of the blade, a straight spike claimed with confidence to be one of the most an-
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 predominant material of which weapons were made. years, and it is gaining popularity quickly. Essen-
More fancy than a fauchard, a guisarme consists of tially, this weapon consists of a sharp tip at the end
a blade resembling a short sword attached to the of a pole, similar to a spear. This spearhead, how-
end of a pole. Oftentimes, the blade will have a ever, also has a barbed tip extending outward a short
hook extending from the back of the blade or other distance of an inch or 2 from its base on each side.
unusual designs along the back of the blade. BCT is This weapon is always symmetrical. Specific names
1 day for a weaponsmith. of some designs of partisans are the corseque and
Polearm, Halberd: Perhaps the handiest of the spontoon. BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith.
all polearms, a halberd consists of an irregularly Polearm, Poleaxe: The battle axe and the
shaped blade affixed to the end of a pole. 1 long poleaxe may be claimed to be the same weapon, sim-
blade exists, suitable for hacking. A point is at the ply differing in the length of the shaft. The poleaxe
end, suitable for stabbing. Other points often ap- consists of a single axe-blade, accompanied by a large
pear in the back of the blade that are useful for spike on top and the back. Poleaxes always require
removing plate armor from fallen foes. A common both hands. This weapon is essentially from north-
technique with a halberd is to knock a heavily ar- ern climes. Recently, it is becoming 1 of the fa-
mored foe to the ground and then, using the back- vored weapons for encounters on foot. BCT is 1
spikes, pry an opening in their armor and stab them day for a weaponsmith.
to death. There are many variations on the design Polearm, Ranseur: The ranseur is a ver-
of the halberd. This weapon originated in the north- sion of the partisan, which is new itself, being in-
ern climes and dates back considerably far, though troduced for the first time in the last few years. Both
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it has only been recently introduced to more south- partisans and ranseurs are gaining popularity quickly.
erly regions. BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith. This weapon consists of a sharp tip at the end of a
Polearm, Military Fork: This weapon is the pole, similar to a spear. This spearhead, however,
pitchfork adapted for warfare. The tines, either 2 also has a barbed tip extending forward and out-
or 3, of the pitchfork are straightened. Currently, it ward a short distance of 3-5 inches from its base on
is a very popular polearm and is in widespread use. each side. This weapon is always symmetrical. BCT
BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith. is 1 day for a weaponsmith.
Polearm, Partisan: This weapon is new, Polearm, Spetum: The spetum is a version
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for the first time in the last few years. Both parti- Quill: This writing utensil consists of a large
sans and spetums are gaining popularity quickly. This feather such as a black plume from a raven. Nor-
weapon consists of a sharp tip at the end of a pole, mally, a quill is dipped in ink, but in times of duress,
similar to a spear. This spearhead, however, also it may be used to stab a foe. BCT is 1 day for an
has a barbed tip extending outward a short distance inkmaker.
of 3-5 inches from its base on each side. This Rock: Underneath most character’s feet, de-
weapon is always symmetrical. BCT is 1 day for a pending on the location of course, are rocks. As a
weaponsmith. weapon, a rock is typically picked up and hurled at a
Polearm, Voulge: This weapon may be re- foe.
garded as a cousin to the guisarme, and has at times Rolling Pin: Normally a rolling pin is used
been very similar. Although this weapon has been in the kitchen. However, under duress, a rolling pin
used since a very early period by those high in the may be used as a pounding weapon and swung at a
mountains, characters on the plains below have not foe. BCT is 1 day for a tinker.
started using it until recently. The voulge consists Sap: A sap consists of roughly a handful of
of a thick and straight single-edged blade with a sand wrapped in leather. The sap is then most com-
sharpened tip that is attached to the end of a pole. monly used to sap a foe in the head. BCT is 1 day
BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith. for a weaponsmith.
Pry Bar: This is an iron bar with 1 curved, Scissors: This tool consists of 2 parallel
flattened tip. The tip is inserted between 2 objects blades connected at a central revolving joint. As
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applied on the bar. In emergencies, this is suitable apart. Scissors may be used combatively, if neces-
as a weapon and is most often used to club a char- sary, as a capable stabbing weapon. BCT is 1 week
acter in the head, smashing their skull. BCT is 1 day for a blacksmith.
for a blacksmith. Scythe: This tool consists of a long, thin,
Quarterstaff: Nothing more than a wooden arching blade that is attached to the end of a pole.
pole, a quarterstaff is handy, though it only inflicts Normally, a scythe is used as a tool for harvesting.
light damage. A quarterstaff may be spun in 1 hand, Combatively, a scythe may be used to attempt to
but 2 hands are needed to strike objects effectively. harvest the soul of a creature; it is a formidable slash-
BCT is 1 day for a carver. ing weapon. BCT is 1 day for a blacksmith.

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 Shield: Normally, the purpose of a shield is sides of a small piece of leather or cloth. The ends
to protect a character, shielding them from harm. of the straps are held by the slinger. 1 strap is
Shields may also be useful when rushing foes, or wrapped securely around a finger or the wrist. The
more directly, punching them. Shields cause only other, usually knotted to provide a grip, is held freely
little damage, but there are times when this tech- between the thumb and forefinger of the throwing
nique may prove necessary and useful. BCT is 1 hand. The missile was placed on the piece of leather
week for an armorsmith. or cloth, and the straps were pulled taut, so that the
Shoe: A shoe is a piece of footwear crafted material became a pocket snugly containing the pro-
from leather. Normally, a shoe is worn on the foot, jectile. With the sling loaded and poised in the
but if necessary, it may be hurled at a foe. BCT is 1 launching position above the slinger’s head, a rotary
day for a cobbler. motion of both wrists sets the sling whirling. When
Shoe, Horse: This iron shoe is meant to it has acquired sufficient momentum (usually within
protect a horse’s hooves from the ground. If de- 3 or 4 rotations), the unlooped strap is released,
sired, this weapon may be swung and hurled at a thereby discharging the missle at high speed toward
foe, though usually underhanded and with as little its distant target. The centrifugal force gained in
of an arc as possible. BCT is 1 day for a blacksmith. the whirling action gives power and range to the
Shovel: This tool consists of a curved metal shot.
plane attached to the end of a pole. Shovels are Slings project either a small pebble, an al-
intended to dig into the ground, but they may be mond-shaped pebble the size and shape of a small
swung at a foe to either hack them with its fairly dull egg, or a man-made missile called a glandes. A glan-
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edge or pound them with the blunt side. BCT is 1 des is made of lead and has a greater range and im-
day for a blacksmith. pact. The missile is often inscribed in Sapien on 1
Sickle: This is a curved, hemispherical, or both sides the name and number of the slinger’s
handheld blade used for agriculture. However, it military formation, the commanding officer’s name,
may also be used to reap life. BCT is 1 day for a or even sarcastic slogans such as “a nasty present,”
blacksmith. “take that,” or “ouch.” On many others appear
Sling: This ancient 2-handed weapon con- emblems of gods. Sling missiles range from 1-2
sists of 2 leather or sinew straps, between 2-3 feet ounces.
in length. 1 end of each strap is attached to the When members of an infantry, slingers com-

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monly carry their missiles in a bag on their hip. case, to give extra effect to a blow, both hands are
Unfortunately, slingers require substantial room to brought into action near the pommel. This weapon
use this weapon effectively. BCT is 1 day for a is very new and most have not heard of it yet. BCT
weaponsmith. is 2 weeks for a bladesmith.
Spade: Normally this is a tool. A spade is a Sword, Broad: This is a double-edged sword
curved unit of metal attached to the end of a pole. that is moderately long. It is wide-bladed and de-
BCT is 1 day for a blacksmith. signed to deal hacking blows. The crossguards are
Spear, Long: Some call this a small pike, usually straight. BCT is 2 weeks for a bladesmith.
but originally it was referred to as a long spear, since Sword, Cut and Thrust: Similar in shape
it is nothing more than a common medium spear to a broadsword, this sword has a blade that is even
with a longer pole. This weapon is too long to hurl. thicker. The concept behind this sword is that the
BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith. additional weight of this blade allows a defender to
Spear, Medium: The most common of overpower a foe’s swing and to counter with a thrust.
spears, this weapon consists of a small blade, called BCT is 2 weeks for a bladesmith.
a spearhead, attached to the end of a pole. The Sword, Falchion: This sword is most often
spear is used to stab foes and it may be hurled. BCT used by archers and men-at-arms. It has a blade
is 1 day for a weaponsmith. wide at the point. The edge is curved and convex,
Spear, Short: Also called a half-spear or a and the back is concave. BCT is 2 weeks for a
guard-spear, this is identical to the popular medium bladesmith.
spear, except that the pole is only half as long. This Sword, Flamberge: This weapon is identi-

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weapon is too short to hurl it any distance effec- cal to the zweihander (see below), except that the
tively. BCT is 1 day for a weaponsmith. blade is wavy instead of straight. Upon designing
Spear, Trident: This weapon is like a me- this variation of the zweihander, it was thought that
dium spear, though the tip branches widely and of- this style of blade will inflict more deadly wounds.
fers 3 sharp points to a foe. BCT is 1 day for a It does not, but, it is effective and attractive. While
weaponsmith. they vary in size, the most common flamberge is
Sword, Bastard: Also called the hand-and- smaller than a zweihander, having a handle roughly
half or hand-and-a-half, the bastard sword is claimed just over 12 inches and a blade of 50 inches, for an
as belonging to the 2-handed variety, though it is overall length of 62 inches. BCT is 2 weeks.
possible to swing it effectively with 1 hand; in such a Sword, Gladius: This weapon is similar to

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 a sturdier short sword. It is a standard issue to some Vial: Though these containers are extremely
soldiers, who are renowned for getting close, block- small, they may be hurled at foes for minimal dam-
ing with their large shields, and stabbing with their age. BCT is 1 day for a glassblower.
gladius. BCT is 2 weeks for a bladesmith. Whip: Consisting of long strips of leather
Sword, Long: This sword is double-edged wrapped together, the end is thin and usually frayed.
and the blade is long and narrow. BCT is 2 weeks The end is hurled at a foe and at the precise mo-
for a bladesmith. ment of contact it is pulled back very quickly. This
Sword, Short: One of the most common sudden reversal causes the end of the whip to crack,
swords, a short sword has an edge on each side and making a loud noise as it moves exceedingly fast.
is used mostly for stabbing. This is one of the ear- This weapon is most effective on unarmored skin.
liest swords, back when heavier metals were used This whip is short and the damage is impermanent,
and larger swords were impractical. Now, it is prac- although it is certainly felt at the moment. For this
tical only in very close quarters. BCT is 2 weeks for reason, it is considered subdual damage, though each
a bladesmith. wound will heal fully within 1d12 hours. BCT is 1
Sword, Two-handed: See Sword, Zweihander day for a weaponsmith.
below. Whip, Bull: Consisting of long strips of
Sword, Zweihander: Typically, this 2- leather wrapped together, the end is thin and usu-
handed sword consists of a handle that is 21 inches ally frayed. The end is hurled at a foe and at the
in length and a blade that is 51 inches, for an overall precise moment of contact it is pulled back very
length of 6 feet. A zweihander is also called a 2- quickly. This sudden reversal causes the end of the
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handed sword, slaughtersword, and battle sword. It whip to crack, making a loud noise as it moves ex-
is a new weapon and beginning to be one of the ceedingly fast. This weapon is most effective on
ordinary weapons of the foot soldier. To wield it, unarmored skin. The damage from this weapon is
cutting sweeps are made, and consequently room real, or that is to say, it is not subdual damage. BCT
must be available for such a swing. Knights may is 1 day for a weaponsmith.
carry it attached to the saddle as a reserve weapon Whip, Cat-o-nine-tails: This weapon con-
in case of being dismounted. Currently, it is most sists of a leather handle to which 9 short strands are
commonly used by elite foot soldiers as shock troops attached. Each strand is the same length, usually
that disrupt formations of the foe’s infantry. A new just over 1 foot, and consists of strips of leather
tactic is for knights with zweihanders to cut off the wrapped together, with a knot tied toward the end
heads of polearms of their foes so that other sol- of each strand. This weapon is incapable of real
diers can reach them. BCT is 2 weeks for a damage, but only subdual damage. While the wound
bladesmith. is felt at the moment, the pain disappears (and Life
Targe: This is a round, wooden shield Points return) within 1d10 minutes, regardless of
wrapped in leather that is periodically interrupted the blow. This weapon is commonly used for tor-
with metal studs. The main feature of a targe is a ture or sexual stimulation. BCT is 1 day for a
thin spike protruding from the middle by several weaponsmith.
inches. This shield is often used to rush foes, hop- Whip, Scourge: This weapon is identical to
ing to both pound and stab them at once. BCT is 1 the cat-o-nine-tails, except that a metal barb or small
week for an armorsmith. hook is attached to the end of each of the strands.
Torch: Torches are nothing more than burn- This weapon is used for torture. It is common to
ing clubs, in effect. BCT is 1 day for a carpenter. flay a character’s back as they are restrained. Those
trained in the use of this weapon will throw the barbs
over the victim’s shoulder, and upon pulling back
violently, skin is ripped from the shoulders. BCT is
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Armor Agility refers to the temporary penalty that
must be applied to the Agility sub-ability while the
Several types of armor are available to be
armor in question is worn. Armor may limit Agility.
worn or carried, and they are listed individually so
Current Armor is calculated after Agility is adjusted.
that suits of armor may be custom designed to an
Hide considers the shininess of the armor
extent, which is common in this period. The Aedile
when attempting to use the Hide skill (see Chap. 8:
must exercise great judgment, since players may try
Skills). Bright, shiny, reflective armor inhibits
to stack different kinds of armor in hopes of maxi-
chances to hide. When appropriate, the numbers
mizing Current Armor. For convenience, total suits
listed in this column are subtracted as a penalty from
or outfits have been listed separately, at the bottom
the check for the Hide skill.
of the following table. The table is numbered to
Silence refers to how noisy armor can be,
facilitate the determination of Plunder from Chap-
especially when a character wants to avoid sound,
ter 14: Treasure.
such as with the Silence skill (see Chap. 8: Skills).
Armor Type lists the type of armor avail-
When appropriate, the numbers listed in this col-
able, such as leather, chainmail, or various types of
umn are subtracted as a penalty from the check for
shields.
the Silence skill.
Cost is the price of the armor the character
IP (Integrity Points) refers to how much
must pay to purchase it. Cost is listed for a human
damage the armor may take before it loses its integ-
in a human society. Cost for a subterranean troll in
rity, falls off, and becomes useless. Each time an
their own society is 150%. Cost for a dwarf or
attack is successful against an armored foe, the ar-

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kobold in a dwarven or kobold society is 75%. Cost
mor takes a number of IP damage equal to that de-
for an elf in an elven society is 67%. Cost for an
livered by the weapon, in addition to the number of
anakim is 200%, and 300% for an ogre. Otherwise,
LP delivered to the foe determined by the weapon.
the cost of armor between societies is more expen-
If an attack roll is higher than the Base Current
sive to purchase, and the same item will sell for less.
Armor of the foe, but not higher than the Current
Weight is listed in pounds, so a suit of
Armor after being adjusted to include armor, then
platemail weighs 70 pounds. Weight is listed for a
the damage from the weapon is fully absorbed in IP
human. Armor for an ogre weighs 200%. Armor
by the armor. If metal armor is rusted, then it loses
for an anakim, bugbear, or troll weighs 150%. Ar-
a proportion of IP equal to the proportion of rust.
mor for a dwarf or kobold weighs 75%. Finally,
If wooden armor is rotten, then it loses a propor-
armor for an elf weighs 67%.
tion of IP determined by the Aedile.
Armor Bonus is listed for 4 types of at-
tacks: brawling, hacking, pounding, and stabbing.
* This is affected by the race of the creature
When applicable, information before a slash applies
wearing the armor. See the description for cost and
to the head, while information after a slash applies
weight for armor preceding this table.
to the face. Armor bonuses are cumulative among
** Hand-Eye Coordination is adversely af-
armor types. For instance, if a character wears a
fected. See the item description.
great helm and raises a steel heater shield to protect
*** Vision and the Sound skill suffer - 10
their head during a hacking attack, then the armor
while wearing.
bonuses of 15 and 15 combine, increasing CA by
30. For more information on Current Armor, see
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A r m or Bonus
A r m or Ty pe Cos t* We ight* A gility Hide Sile nc e IP
B H P S
Individual Pie c e s
0 . Na k e d - - - - - - - - - -
1 . Ar mi ng Ca p 1 0 s. p. - 1 - - - - - - 2
2 . Arti c ul a te d Ar ms 1 , 8 0 0 s. p. 2 20 15 15 15 -1 -2 -2 20
3 . Arti c ul a te d Le gs 6 , 5 0 0 s. p. 12 20 15 15 15 -2 -2 -3 20
4 . Ba nde d Ma i l 5 , 0 0 0 s. p. 50 15 10 10 10 -4 -6 -8 10
5 . Boots, Ca l f 2 0 s. p. 3 10 5 5 5 - - - 3
6 . Boots, Kne e 3 0 s. p. 4 10 5 5 5 - - - 4
7 . Boots, Thi gh 4 0 s. p. 5 10 5 5 5 - - - 5
8 . Bra c e rs, Le a the r 1 0 s. p. - 10 5 5 5 - - - 4
9 . Bra c e rs, Ste e l 3 0 s. p. 1 18 14 14 14 - -2 - 8
1 0 . Bre a stpl a te a nd Ba c k pl a te 4 , 5 0 0 s. p. 9 20 15 15 15 -2 -3 -2 25
1 1 . Bri ga ndi ne 2 0 0 s. p. 25 12 10 10 10 -6 - -2 20
1 2 . Cha i nma i l Cha usse s (4 -i n-1 ) 5 0 0 s. p. 13 12 10 8 8 -1 -3 -4 5
1 3 . Cha i nma i l Cha usse s (6 -i n-1 ) 7 5 0 s. p. 19 18 12 10 10 -2 -3 -4 8
1 4 . Cha i nma i l Coi f (4 -i n-1 ) 2 0 0 s. p. 5 1 2 /- 1 0 /- 8 /- 8 /- - -2 -3 5
1 5 . Cha i nma i l Coi f (6 -i n-1 ) 3 0 0 s. p. 8 1 8 /- 1 2 /- 1 0 /- 1 0 /- - -2 -3 8
1 6 . Cha i nma i l Ha ube rk (4 -i n-1 ) 1 , 0 0 0 s. p. 30 12 10 8 8 -2 -3 -4 10
1 7 . Cha i nma i l Ha ube rk (6 -i n-1 ) 1 , 5 0 0 s. p. 45 18 12 10 10 -3 -3 -4 15
1 8 . Cl othi ng 2 0 s. p. 3 1 - - - - - -1 2
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1 9 . Ga mbe son 1 0 s. p. 2 3 3 2 2 - - -1 5
2 0 . Ga untl e ts, Be l l -c uffe d** 1 , 0 0 0 s. p. 1 20 15 15 15 - -1 -2 10
2 1 . Ga untl e ts, Cl a mshe l l ** 7 0 0 s. p. 1 20 15 15 15 - -1 -2 15
2 2 . Gl ov e s, Le a the r 1 0 s. p. 1 10 5 5 5 - - - 3
2 3 . Gorge t 9 0 0 s. p. 1 2 1 1 1 - -1 -3 15
2 4 . Gre a v e s 1 , 8 0 0 s. p. 3 18 14 14 14 - -1 -1 20
2 5 . La me l l a r 4 5 0 s. p. 30 15 10 10 10 -8 -7 -8 15
2 6 . Le a the r 7 0 s. p. 7 10 5 5 5 -1 - -2 5
2 7 . Le a the r, Studde d 5 0 s. p. 5 5 5 3 3 - - -1 5
2 8 . Musc l e Ma i l 6 , 0 0 0 s. p. 12 20 15 15 15 -2 -2 -2 25
2 9 . Pa ul drons 1 , 0 0 0 s. p. 1 3 2 2 2 -1 -1 -3 15
3 0 . Sa ba tons 1 , 0 0 0 s. p. 1 20 15 15 15 -1 -1 -3 20
3 1 . Sa nda l s 4 s. p. 1 1 1 1 1 - - - 2
3 2 . Sc a l e ma i l , Bra ss 3 4 0 s. p. 38 15 10 10 8 -5 -7 -8 15
3 3 . Sc a l e ma i l , Bra ss a nd Iron 3 5 0 s. p. 37 15 10 10 8 -5 -7 -8 15
3 4 . Sc a l e ma i l , Bronze 3 6 0 s. p. 36 15 10 10 8 -5 -7 -8 15
3 5 . Sc a l e ma i l , Iron 3 8 0 s. p. 35 15 10 10 8 -5 -7 -8 15
3 6 . Sc a l e ma i l , Ste e l 4 0 0 s. p. 35 15 10 10 8 -5 -7 -8 15
3 7 . Se gme nte d 5 0 0 s. p. 35 16 12 12 12 -4 -7 -6 20
3 8 . Shoe s 1 0 s. p. 2 10 5 5 5 - - - 4
3 9 . Shoe s, Cl ogs 1 3 s. p. 4 10 5 5 5 - - - 6
4 0 . Shoe s, Fe l t 2 5 s. p. 2 3 3 2 2 - - - 3
He lm s
41. He l m, Coni c a l 1 0 0 s. p. 2 1 0 /- 5 /- 5 /- 1 0 /- - -1 - 10
42. He l m, Coni c a l w/c he e k gua rds 1 5 0 s. p. 2 1 0 /3 5 /2 5 /2 1 0 /2 - -1 - 10
43. He l m, Coni c a l w/fa c e gua rd 1 5 0 s. p. 2 1 0 /3 5 /2 5 /2 1 0 /2 - -1 - 10
44. He l m, Coni c a l w/na sa l gua rd 1 2 5 s. p. 2 1 0 /1 5 /1 5 /1 1 0 /- - -1 - 10
45. He l m, Gl a di a tori a l *** 6 0 0 s. p. 4 20 13 10 15 -1 -2 -1 20
46. He l m, Gre a t*** 5 0 0 s. p. 3 20 15 15 15 -1 -2 -1 25
47. He l m, Ri bbe d 5 0 s. p. 2 7 /- 5 /- 5 /- 3 /- - -1 - 5
48. He l m, Spa nge n w/c he e k gua rds 2 0 0 s. p. 2 1 0 /3 5 /2 5 /2 1 0 /2 - -1 - 15
49. He l m, Spa nge n w/fa c e gua rd 2 0 0 s. p. 2 1 0 /3 5 /2 5 /2 1 0 /2 - -1 - 15
50. He l m, Spa nge n w/na sa l gua rd 1 7 5 s. p. 2 1 0 /1 5 /1 5 /1 1 0 /- - -1 - 15

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A r m or Bonus
A r m or Ty pe Cos t* We ight* A gility Hide Sile nc e IP
B H P S
Shie lds
51. Buc k l e r, Ste e l 4 0 s. p. 3 20 15 15 15 -1 -3 - 15
52. Buc k l e r, Wood 2 0 s. p. 2 15 10 10 10 -1 - - 5
53. Shi e l d, Body, Wood 2 0 0 s. p. 6 15 10 10 10 - 15 - - 15
54. Shi e l d, Ki te , Wood 6 0 s. p. 3 15 10 10 10 -2 - - 10
55. Shi e l d, He a te r, Ste e l 1 0 0 s. p. 7 20 15 15 15 -4 -4 - 25
56. Shi e l d, He a te r, Wood 7 0 s. p. 3 15 10 10 10 -2 - - 10
57. Shi e l d, Round, Bronze 2 0 0 s. p. 10 20 15 15 15 -8 -2 - 30
58. Shi e l d, Round, Ste e l 8 0 s. p. 6 20 15 15 15 -3 -4 - 25
59. Shi e l d, Round, Wood 5 0 s. p. 3 15 10 10 10 -2 - - 10
Suits of A r m or
( se e
6 0 . Cha i nma i l Sui t (4 -i n-1 ) 2 , 0 0 0 s. p. 52 (se e a bov e ) -3 -8 - 12
a bov e )
( se e
6 1 . Cha i nma i l Sui t (6 -i n-1 ) 3 , 0 0 0 s. p. 78 (se e a bov e ) -5 -8 - 12
a bov e )
( se e
6 2 . Cha i nma i l w/Bre a stpl a te 6 , 5 0 0 s. p. 49 (se e a bov e ) -5 -9 - 13
a bov e )
( se e
6 3 . Pl a te ma i l Sui t 2 0 , 0 0 0 s. p. 70 (se e a bov e ) - 12 - 12 - 28
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 Arming Cap: Like a gambeson, this piece Bracers, Leather: This is a strip of leather
of armor consists of 2 pieces of linen that are sewn that is tied to each forearm, so it protects only the
together. Inside, straw pads the layers and protects lower arm. Leather bracers may not be worn in
the head. The purpose of an arming cap is not to addition to any other armor on the arm. Bracers
protect a character from blows, but to protect against are valuable to archers so that the bowstring does
chaffing while wearing other armor, namely a not injure their arm. Also, archers wearing bracers
chainmail coif. This armor covers only the head, receive a bonus of 10% to their distance. Each
not the face, and may be donned in (2 + 1d4) sec- bracer may be donned in (4 + 1d4) seconds. BCT is
onds. BCT is 1 day for an armorsmith. 1 week for an armorsmith.
Articulated Arms: Consisting of several Bracers, Steel: These are 2 plates of steel
plates, this combination serves to protect the bicep, per forearm that are curved to accommodate the
elbow, and forearm. Typically, these plates are fas- lower arm, connected by hinges on 1 side and tied
tened over a chainmail hauberk as well as a together with leather straps on the other. Steel
gambeson. Each articulated arm covers the upper bracers may not be worn in addition to any other
arm and lower arm, and may be donned in (8 + armor on the arm. Bracers are valuable to archers
1d6) seconds. BCT is 1 week for an armorsmith. so that the bowstring does not injure their arm. Also,
Articulated Legs: Consisting of several archers wearing bracers receive a bonus of 10% to
plates, this combination covers the upper and lower their distance. Each bracer may be donned in (4 +
leg, but not the foot. Typically, these plates are fas- 1d4) seconds. BCT is 1 week for an armorsmith.
tened over chainmail chausses. Each articulated leg Breastplate and Backplate: 2 plates fas-
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may be donned in (8 + 1d6) seconds. BCT is 1 ten together by hinges on 1 side and leather straps
week for an armorsmith. on the other to provide protection for the upper
Banded Mail: This armor consists of nu- and lower torso, ranging from the waist to the col-
merous metal rings placed on belts. As each belt is larbones. This armor does not protect the groin.
strapped to the character, the rings lay sideways, af- Usually, this is worn over chainmail and may not be
fording metallic protection. These ringed belts are worn effectively over other armors such as banded
strapped over a character’s clothes, and cover the mail, brigandine, and scalemail. These plates only
upper arms, upper legs, groin, and both upper and fit characters who are 80% similar in height, weight,
lower torso. A helmet is not included in this suit of and Physical Fitness to the owner for whom they
armor. This armor may be donned in (30 + 1d20) were crafted. This armor may be donned in (4 +
rounds. BCT is 1 week for an armorsmith. 1d4) seconds. BCT is 1 week for an armorsmith.

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 Brigandine: This armor consists of metal to the air, this armor rusts more quickly than any
plates of only several inches in diameter that are other. The 4-in-1 pattern provides great flexibility,
sewn between a front and backing of leather. though only moderate protection. Chainmail is most
Brigandine is quiet for the amount of protection effective in protecting against hacking attacks, such
provided, though the inner layer of leather quickly as against the blades of swords. Chausses are the
begins to smell of body odor. This armor covers portion of a suit of chainmail that protect the feet
the upper arms, upper and lower torso, groin, and as well as upper and lower legs. The top of the
upper legs, and may be donned in (5 + 1d8) sec- chausses are strapped to the belt for support. Typi-
onds. BCT is 1 week for an armorsmith. cally, there are over 4,000 links in each legging. This
Buckler, Steel: Roughly 1 foot in diameter, armor may be donned in (10 + 1d20) seconds. BCT
a steel buckler is strapped to a forearm for minimal is 1 month for an armorsmith.
protection. It protects only the lower arm and in Chainmail Coif (4-in-1): Chainmail con-
front, unless the player calls the action of using that sists of numerous, small interlocking rings of steel
shielded arm to protect another body part. This in a pattern in which 4 outer rings pass through 1
shield may be strapped in (4 + 1d4) seconds. BCT central ring. Due to the amount of steel exposed to
is 1 week for an armorsmith. the air, this armor rusts more quickly than any other.
Buckler, Wood: Roughly 1 foot in diam- The 4-in-1 pattern provides great flexibility, though
eter, a wooden buckler is strapped to a forearm for only moderate protection. Chainmail is most effec-
minimal protection. It protects only the lower arm tive in protecting against hacking attacks, such as
and in front, unless the player calls the action of against the blades of swords. Coifs are essentially

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using that shielded arm to protect another body part. chainmail head protection that also covers the neck
This shield may be strapped in (4 + 1d4) seconds. and shoulders, though the armor bonus is not
BCT is 1 week for an armorsmith. granted to the upper torso. The face remains open
Chainmail Chausses (4-in-1): Chainmail and accessible. Unfortunately, this armor is abra-
consists of numerous, small interlocking rings of sive to wear, and usually an arming cap is also pur-
steel in a pattern in which 4 outer rings pass through chased and worn underneath. This armor may be
1 central ring. Due to the amount of steel exposed donned in (2 + 1d4) seconds. BCT is 1 month for
an armorsmith.

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 Chainmail Hauberk (4-in-1): Chainmail chausses. This suit covers the head (but not face),
consists of numerous, small interlocking rings of upper arms, upper and lower torso, groin, upper and
steel in a pattern in which 4 outer rings pass through lower legs, and feet. This armor may be donned in
1 central ring. Due to the amount of steel exposed (18 +6d8) seconds. BCT is 4 months for an
to the air, this armor rusts more quickly than any armorsmith.
other. The 4-in-1 pattern provides great flexibility, Chainmail Suit (6-in-1): Chainmail consists
though only moderate protection. Chainmail is most of numerous, small interlocking rings of steel in a
effective in protecting against hacking attacks, such pattern in which 6 outer rings pass through 1 cen-
as against the blades of swords. Unfortunately, this tral ring. Due to the amount of steel exposed to
armor is abrasive to wear, and usually a gambeson is the air, this armor rusts more quickly than any other.
also purchased and lies between the mail and the The 6-in-1 pattern provides moderate flexibility,
clothes of the wearer. A hauberk is a tunic that though acceptable protection. This type of
covers the upper arms, upper and lower torso, groin, chainmail is rare. Chainmail is most effective in pro-
and upper legs. Hauberks have been in use for over tecting against hacking attacks, such as against the
1,000 years. This armor may be donned in (5 + blades of swords. Unfortunately, this armor is abra-
1d10) seconds. BCT is 2 months for an armorsmith. sive to wear, and usually a gambeson lies between
Chainmail Suit (4-in-1): Chainmail consists the mail and the clothes of the wearer. This suit
of numerous, small interlocking rings of steel in a consists of a gambeson underneath, an arming cap,
pattern in which 4 outer rings pass through 1 cen- a coif, ribbed helm, hauberk, and chausses. This
tral ring. Due to the amount of steel exposed to suit covers the head (but not face), upper arms, up-
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the air, this armor rusts more quickly than any other. per and lower torso, groin, upper and lower legs,
The 4-in-1 pattern provides great flexibility, though and feet. This armor may be donned in (22 + 6d8)
only moderate protection. Chainmail is most effec- seconds. BCT is 6 months for an armorsmith.
tive in protecting against hacking attacks, such as Chainmail Suit w/Breastplate: Given the
against the blades of swords. Unfortunately, this popularity of 4-in-1 chainmail, many characters have
armor is abrasive to wear, and usually a gambeson begun to experiment with strapping plates on top
lies between the mail and the clothes of the wearer. of it, the most common of which is the breastplate.
This suit consists of a gambeson underneath, an It was this experimentation that led to the very re-
arming cap, a coif, ribbed helm, hauberk, and cent development of platemail. The combination

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of chainmail with breastplate is popular. This outfit Gauntlets, Bell-cuffed: These expensive
of armor consists of a gambeson, chainmail gauntlets are articulated for every joint. They cover
chausses, hauberk, coif, breastplate and backplate, 3 sides of every finger, and in terms of armor, cover
and a ribbed helm. This suit covers the head (but only the hands. While wearing bell-cuffed gaunt-
not face), upper arms, upper and lower torso, groin, lets, Hand-Eye Coordination suffers - 10. Each
upper and lower legs, and feet. This armor may be gauntlet may be donned in 1d4 seconds. BCT is 1
donned in (26 + 7d8) seconds. BCT is 4 months month for an armorsmith.
for an armorsmith. Gauntlets, Clamshell: The common gaunt-
Clothing: Usually, peasant clothing consists let, these do not allow individual finger movement,
of some form of pantaloons and a shirt. Others but have articulated plates so that the fingers may
wear only robes. Only nobility and royalty have cus- bend in unison. In terms of armor, gauntlets cover
tomized clothing of any kind. Clothing may be only the hands. While wearing clamshell gauntlets,
donned in (5 + 1d4) seconds. BCT is 1 week for an Hand-Eye Coordination suffers - 15. Each gauntlet
armorsmith. may be donned in 1d4 seconds. BCT is 1 week for
Gambeson: Also called padded armor, a an armorsmith.
gambeson consists of 2 pieces of sturdy material Gorget: This consists of 2 pieces of armor,
sewn together and the layers are padded on the in- a front and a back. They are strapped together to
side by straw and hay. The shirt-like garment has cover the neck and collarbones. A gorget covers a
sleeves to the middle of the forearm, and it hangs portion of the upper torso. Customarily, a gorget is
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covers the upper arms, upper and lower torso, and gambeson. This is only 1 component of a suit of
groin. Gambesons do not last long, and quickly platemail. This armor may be donned in (4 + 1d4)
begin to stink of body odor. Just the same, it is seconds. BCT is 1 week for an armorsmith.
considered the armor of the masses, because almost Greaves: These are rounded pieces of metal
any character can afford it or make it if needed. consisting of a front and back that are hinged to-
Alone, the armor is quiet when worn, though it is gether and serve to protect the lower leg from above
typically worn underneath heavier armors, such as the ankle to below the knee. Each greave may be
chainmail. This armor may be donned in (2 + 1d4) donned in (3 + 1d4) seconds. BCT is 1 week for an
seconds. BCT is 3 days for an armorsmith. armorsmith.

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 Helm, Conical: This helm is solid steel and the head, although the face guard grants some pro-
fitted to the wearer’s head. The top of the helm tection to the face. Otherwise, there is no protec-
reaches a point. This helm protects only the head, tion for the cheeks, ears, or rest of the face. This
not the face. This helm may be worn without addi- helm may be worn without additional armor, but is
tional armor, but is often worn over an arming cap often worn over an arming cap and chainmail coif.
and chainmail coif. This helm may be donned in 1- This helm may be donned in 1-2 seconds. BCT is 1
2 seconds. BCT is 1 week for an armorsmith. Ad- week for an armorsmith. Additional items may be
ditional items may be added, such as horns, a plume, added, such as horns, a plume, or camail, which is
or camail, which is chainmail fastened to the rim. chainmail fastened to the rim. Camail hangs in front
Camail hangs in front of the face and protects it. of the face and protects it.
Helm, Conical w/cheek guard: This helm Helm, Conical w/nasal guard: This helm
is solid steel and fitted to the wearer’s head. The is solid steel and fitted to the wearer’s head. The
top of the helm reaches a point and a hinged plate top of the helm reaches a point and a nasal guard
hangs down over each cheek. Most of the helm extends downward in front. Most of the helm pro-
protects only the head, although the cheek guard tects only the head, although the nasal guard grants
grants some protection to the face. Otherwise, there some protection to the face. Otherwise, there is no
is no protection for the eyes, nose, or rest of the protection for the ears, eyes, or rest of the face.
face. This helm may be worn without additional This helm may be worn without additional armor,
armor, but is often worn over an arming cap and but is often worn over an arming cap and chainmail
chainmail coif. This helm may be donned in 1-2 coif. This helm may be donned in 1-2 seconds. BCT
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seconds. BCT is 1 week for an armorsmith. Addi- is 1 week for an armorsmith. Additional items may
tional items may be added, such as horns, a plume, be added, such as horns, a plume, or camail, which
or camail, which is chainmail fastened to the rim. is chainmail fastened to the rim. Camail hangs in
Camail hangs in front of the face and protects it. front of the face and protects it.
Helm, Conical w/face guard: This helm Helm, Gladiatorial: This grandiose helm
is solid steel and fitted to the wearer’s head. The has a grating visor and large metal rims extending
top of the helm reaches a point and additional pro- upward. A gladiatorial helm is made of bronze, and
tection extends down to cover the nose and area it is heavy, but nearly offers full protection of the
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wearer looks and breathes through the grating. This This helm may be donned in 1-2 seconds. BCT is 1
helm may not be worn with other headgear such as week for an armorsmith. Additional items may be
a chainmail coif. This helm may be donned in 1-2 added, such as horns, a plume, or camail, which is
seconds. BCT is 1 week for an armorsmith. chainmail fastened to the rim. Camail hangs in front
Helm, Great: This helm has no visor and is of the face and protects it.
boxy, but fully covers the head and face, having only Helm, Spangen w/face guard: This hel-
narrow horizontal slits for the eyes and periodic small met is similar to the conical helm, except the main
holes for breathing. This helm is usually worn over part of the helm is not 1 piece, but 4 riveted to-
a chainmail coif, which is in turn worn over an arm- gether. The spangenhelm received its name due to
ing cap to prevent chaffing. This helm may be its 4 riveted pieces. Additional protection extends
donned in 1d4 seconds. BCT is 2 weeks for an down to cover the nose and area around the eyes.
armorsmith. Most of the helm protects only the head, although
Helm, Ribbed: This helm is fitted closely the face guard grants some protection to the face.
to the wearer’s skull, and only the frame is metallic. Otherwise, there is no protection for the cheeks,
The area between sections of the frame are made ears, or rest of the face. This helm may be worn
of leather. A ribbed helm does not protect the ears without additional armor, but is often worn over an
or face. This helm is usually placed directly on the arming cap and chainmail coif. This helm may be
head. This helm may be donned in 1-2 seconds. donned in 1-2 seconds. BCT is 1 week for an
BCT is 1 week for an armorsmith. armorsmith. Additional items may be added, such
Helm, Spangen w/cheek guard: This as horns, a plume, or camail, which is chainmail fas-

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helmet is similar to the conical helm, except the main tened to the rim. Camail hangs in front of the face
part of the helm is not 1 piece, but 4 riveted to- and protects it.
gether. The spangenhelm received its name due to Helm, Spangen w/nasal guard: This hel-
its 4 riveted pieces. A hinged plate hangs down over met is similar to the conical helm, except the main
each cheek. Most of the helm protects only the part of the helm is not 1 piece, but 4 riveted to-
head, although the cheek guard grants some pro- gether. The spangenhelm received its name due to
tection to the face. Otherwise, there is no protec- its 4 riveted pieces. A nasal guard extends down-
tion for the eyes, nose, or rest of the face. This ward in front. Most of the helm protects only the
helm may be worn without additional armor, but is head, although the nasal guard grants some protec-
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 tion to the face. Otherwise, there is no protection ened. This armor lasts a long time, repels body odor
for the ears, eyes, or rest of the face. This helm well, is very quiet, and fairly cheap. Since this is only
may be worn without additional armor, but is often a shirt, this is only 1 piece of armor, and it covers
worn over an arming cap and chainmail coif. This only the upper arms, as well as upper and lower torso.
helm may be donned in 1-2 seconds. BCT is 1 week This armor does not protect the groin. This armor
for an armorsmith. Additional items may be added, may be donned in (4 + 1d4) seconds. BCT is 45
such as horns, a plume, or camail, which is chainmail days for a tanner.
fastened to the rim. Camail hangs in front of the Leather, Studded: This armor consists of
face and protects it. thin, soft leather, is often sleeveless, and comes down
Lamellar: Also known as locking scalemail, to the middle to upper thigh. Studded leather ar-
this armor consists of numerous, small pieces of mor covers the upper arms, upper and lower torso,
metal that are sewn together in numerous, overlap- and groin. Roughly every 2-3 inches the soft leather
ping layers. Scales are usually square or rectangular. is interrupted with a metal stud. The armor is very
Each scale has 4-12 holes in it. Copper wire fastens quiet when worn. Since this armor is only a shirt,
all sides of the scales together. Unlike scalemail, the this is only 1 piece of armor, and does not protect
scales of lamellar armor are not sewn onto a fabric the head, lower arm, or legs. This armor may be
backing. Lamellar armor restricts movement more donned in (3 + 1d4) seconds. BCT is 50 days for a
than scalemail, but it is also not vulnerable to up- tanner.
ward thrusts. The armor is nearly inflexible, is noisy Muscle Mail: Identical to breastplate and
to wear, and also allows air through the armor as backplate, the only difference is that muscle mail is
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the wearer moves. This armor is most popular in a ancient, rare to encounter, made of bronze and
warm climate. Only clothing is worn underneath therefore heavy, and fitted to the naked skin of its
this armor. Alone, lamellar does not provide pro- owner so that each muscle indentation is represented
tection for the upper and lower arms, head, face, to foes. Just like breastplate and backplate, in order
groin, and upper and lower legs. Scalemail covers to wear it a character must be 80% similar in height,
the upper and lower torso. This armor may be weight, and Physical Fitness to the owner for whom
donned in (5 + 1d4) seconds. BCT is 2 months for it was crafted. Muscle mail covers only the upper
an armorsmith. and lower torso, and does not protect the groin.
Leather: This armor consists of a shirt of This armor may be donned in (4 + 1d4) seconds.
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 Naked: When armor or clothing is not arms, clamshell gauntlets, gorget, and great helm.
worn, the character is naked. Observe that even A full suit of platemail covers the entire body. This
when naked, a character maintains a minimum Cur- armor may be donned in (50 + 6d6) seconds. BCT
rent Armor, depending on race. For information is 26 weeks for an armorsmith.
on Base Current Armor by race, see Chapter 1: Race Platemail Suit, Ceremonial: This kingly
and Gender. and rare armor is entirely custom-made for each
Pauldrons: Consisting of many articulated owner, and may be worn by no other character,
plates, pauldrons protect the shoulders, which are unless at least 99% similar in height, weight, Physi-
considered as armoring the torso, not upper arms. cal Fitness, Strength, and Bodily Attractiveness. Es-
Customarily, they are fastened over a hauberk, which sentially, this is perfectly fitting platemail crafted of
is worn over a gambeson. This is only 1 compo- a superior alloy and laden with gold and articulate
nent of a suit of platemail. Each pauldron may be designs. Underneath this suit is worn clothing, a
donned in (4 + 1d4) seconds. BCT is 1 week for an gambeson, and a suit of chainmail. Otherwise, a
armorsmith. suit of ceremonial platemail consists of sabatons,
Platemail Suit: Platemail consists of numer- articulated legs, breastplate, backplate, pauldrons,
ous plates strapped over the course of the body of articulated arms, bell-cuffed gauntlets, gorget, and
the defender. The plates are custom-made for each great helm. A full suit of platemail covers the entire
character, so platemail may not easily be sold or worn body. This armor may be donned in (50 + 6d6)
by others. In fact, the height, weight, Physical Fit- seconds. BCT is 1 year for an armorsmith.
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owner of the platemail must all be at least 90% similar are curved to fit the top and sides of the foot. With
to anyone else attempting to wear it. Otherwise, a a suit of platemail, sabatons are strapped over the
majority of plates will not fit correctly or at all, and foot, which is already protected by shoes and cus-
the new wearer will only be effectively wearing tomarily chainmail chausses as well. Another
Chainmail w/Breastplate. Underneath, either an character’s foot must be within 1 shoe size in order
entire suit or only a skirt of chainmail is worn, and to wear the sabatons of others. Each sabaton may
beneath that a gambeson and clothing. Otherwise, be donned in (2 + 1d4) seconds. BCT is 1 week for
a suit of platemail consists of sabatons, articulated an armorsmith.
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 Segmented Armor: This armor consists of a warm climate. Only clothing is worn underneath
bands of iron that are held in place by internal leather this armor. Alone, scalemail does not provide pro-
straps. The bands are horizontal around the torso tection for the lower arms, head, face, and lower
and vertical at the shoulders. This armor is most legs. Scalemail covers the upper arms, upper and
popular in a warm climate. A gambeson is usually lower torso, and groin. This armor may be donned
worn underneath this armor. Segmented armor in (5 + 1d4) seconds. BCT is 2 months for an
does not protect the lower arms, head, face, groin, armorsmith.
and upper and lower legs. Segmented armor covers Shield, Body, Wood: Also called the
the upper arms and upper and lower torso. This scutum, this enormous shield usually measures be-
armor may be donned in (5 + 1d4) seconds. BCT is tween 5-6 feet in height and averages 3 feet in width.
2 months for an armorsmith. The body shield has its name because the bearer
Scalemail: Looking like scales of a fish, this may hide their entire body behind the shield, if nec-
armor consists of numerous, small pieces of metal essary. Some military commanders have created for-
that are sewn together in numerous, overlapping lay- mations of soldiers armed with body shields, who,
ers. The metal may be brass, bronze, iron, or steel. when advancing upon a fortification, all hold their
Sometimes, scalemail armor consists of alternating shields in the air, creating a wall of impenetrable
brass and iron scales. Scales may be square, or have wooden cover. It protects only the side and front
bottoms that are rounded or pointed. Each scale of the body on which it is held, including the lower
has 4-12 holes in it. Copper wire fastens all sides of leg, upper leg, groin, lower torso, upper torso, hand,
the scales together, except the bottom. Finally, the lower arm, and upper arm, unless the player calls
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scales are sewn onto a fabric backing. The bottom the action of using that shielded arm to protect an-
of each scale hangs free so that the movement of other body part. BCT is 1 week for an armorsmith.
the wearer is less inhibited. However, the resulting Shield, Heater, Wood: Typically, wooden
weakness is that scalemail is vulnerable to upward heater shields are used only for jousts, tournaments,
thrusts. The armor provides decent flexibility, is and training. The shape of a heater shield is square
noisy to wear, and also allows air through the armor on top, it continues straight for over 1 foot, and
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the hand, lower and upper arm, groin, upper leg, and upper arm, groin, upper leg, and the upper and
and the upper and lower torso in front, unless the lower torso in front, unless the player calls the ac-
player calls the action of using that shielded arm to tion of using that shielded arm to protect another
protect another body part. BCT is 1 week for an body part. BCT is 1 week for an armorsmith.
armorsmith. Shield, Round, Bronze: Larger than the
Shield, Heater, Steel: Quickly growing in other round shields, this shield averages 3 feet in
popularity, the steel heater shield is proving to be a diameter, and bronze is very heavy. Typically, the
practical defense. The shape of a heater shield is upper lip is rested on the soldier’s shoulder to allevi-
square on top, it continues straight for over 1 foot, ate its weight. It protects only the hand, lower and
and then tapers widely to a point below. It protects upper arm, groin, and the upper and lower torso in
only the hand, lower and upper arm, groin, upper front, unless the player calls the action of using that
leg, and the upper and lower torso in front, unless shielded arm to protect another body part. BCT is
the player calls the action of using that shielded arm 1 week for an armorsmith.
to protect another body part. BCT is 1 week for an Shield, Round, Steel: Possibly the most
armorsmith. common shield, the steel round shield is 2 feet in
Shield, Kite, Wood: A kite shield is rounded diameter, very solid, and either a leather strap is held
at the top, and the bottom slowly tapers into a point. inside or a metal crossbar, or a combination of the
Often, a metal boss is affixed to the middle of the 2. It protects only the hand, lower and upper arm,
shield. The owners of kite shields strongly prefer groin, and the upper and lower torso in front, un-
not to have a metal rim added to the wooden shield, less the player calls the action of using that shielded

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because they want to use the wood to catch a foe’s arm to protect another body part. BCT is 1 week
weapon, and while the foe struggles to pull their for an armorsmith.
weapon free from the wood for 1 round if embed- Shield, Round, Wood: Round shields av-
ded, then the owner of the kite shield attempts to erage 2 feet in diameter, and some are called targes,
deliver a blow. Whenever a foe uses a hacking having a thin layer of leather stretched over the
weapon against a bearer of a wooden kite shield, if shield, though it provides no additional protection.
the foe misses the CA of the bearer by less than 5, It protects only the hand, lower and upper arm,
then the hacking weapon is tempoarily caught in the groin, and the upper and lower torso in front, un-
wood of the shield. In this case, the bearer gains a less the player calls the action of using that shielded
free attack. Thereafter, the foe, if still alive, pulls arm to protect another body part. BCT is 1 week
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 A r m or, Barding Caparison: The knight’s horse is usually cov-
A r m or Ty pe Cos t We ight A r m or Bonus ered with a large, ornate cloth called a caparison.
1. Ca pa ri son 2 0 s. p. 5 1 The ornamental designs on the caparison corre-
2. Ca pa ri son w/Cha i nma i l 4 , 0 2 0 s. p. 85 12 spond to the knight’s heraldic patterns and serve as
3. Cha i nma i l , 4 -i n-1 4 , 0 0 0 s. p. 80 10 a form of identification. BCT is 1 week for an
4. Cha mfron (fa c e ) 5 0 s. p. 5 1
armorsmith.
5. Cri ne t (ne c k ) 1 0 0 s. p. 10 1
6. Cr uppe r (fl a nk ) 5 0 s. p. 20 3 Caparison w/Chainmail: This caparison
has a layer of 4-in-1 chainmail inside the quilted ma-
Barding is armor that is designed to protect terial. It is effective and popular armor. BCT is 8
a horse. To own a horse is a considerable status months for an armorsmith.
symbol, as well as a large investment. For this rea- Chainmail: A layer of 4-in-1 chainmail may
son a knight takes great pains to protect his horse. be fastened underneath a caparison on the horse.
It is considered to be unchivalrous among humans It is effective and popular armor. BCT is 8 months
to harm the horse of a foe because a horse is con- for an armorsmith.
sidered a valuable trophy meant to be captured, not Chamfron: A chamfron is a leather defense
destroyed. If a horse is harmed in a tournament, that guards the horse’s face. BCT is 2 weeks for a
then the character who harmed the horse is disquali- tanner.
fied instantly. In combat, human knights have dis- Crinet: A crinet is armor for a horse’s neck.
covered that their steeds are vulnerable to foes such This is a recent invention and is rarely used. A crinet
is made of overlapping leather bands from the top
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as archers or characters of other races who do not

recognize or obey the code of chivalry, and who to the bottom. BCT is 3 weeks for a tanner.
have little use for warhorses. Crupper: A crupper is a leather defense that
It is interesting to note that knights and guards the horse’s flank. BCT is 2 weeks for a tan-
mounted warriors ride with an almost straight leg in ner.
order to deliver a mightier thrust with lance or sword.
However, the relatively short seats and forward place-
ment of the stirrups also force the rider into this
position. There is no room to ride with bent knees.
Given the placement of stirrups, a rider thrusting
downwards stands on the stirrups rather than sit-
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Encumbrance
The more weight a character carries, the slower they move. To determine a character’s maximum
movable weight, consult Dead Lift under the sub-ability of Strength (see Chap. 3: Abilities). The total
weight of the character’s load or possessions is compared to their Dead Lift. If their weight is less than
25% of their Dead Lift, then they are unencumbered, moving at their full potential. If their weight is
between 26% and 50% of their Dead Lift, then they are lightly encumbered, moving at ¾ their unencum-
bered pace. If their weight is between 51% and 75% of their Dead Lift, then they are moderately unen-
cumbered, moving at ½ their unencumbered pace. If their weight is between 76% and 95% of their Dead
Lift, then they are heavily encumbered, moving at ¼ their unencumbered pace. If their weight is between
95% and 100% of their Dead Lift, then the character may not move effectively and must reduce their
encumbrance to be able to move. Agility also diminishes accordingly (see Appendix 1: Character Sheets).
2 other limitations of movement are noted below: Pull and Push.
Pull - The most amount of weight that a character can Pull is the sum of the character’s Dead Lift
(see Chap. 3: Abilities) and their body weight (see Chap. 2: Body). The duration a character may Pull weight,
before needing rest, may be calculated as follows:
1. Divide the amount of a character’s maximum Pull by the weight actually pulled.
For example, if a character is pulling a 100 lb. female carcass, but can Pull a maxi-
mum of 500 lbs., then this ratio is divided and the result is a 5.
2. Multiply the result from above times 1d4 rounds.

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Push - The most amount of weight that a character can Push is the sum of the character’s Bench
Press (see Chap. 3: Abilities) and their body weight (see Chap. 2: Body). The duration a character may Push
weight, before needing rest, may be calculated as follows:
1. Divide the amount of a character’s maximum Push by the weight actually pushed.
For example, if a female character is pushing a 200 lb. bookcase across the floor,
but can Push a maximum of 250 lbs., then this ratio is divided and the result is 1.25.
2. Multiply the result from above times 1d4 rounds.

Carrying Capacity
Below is a table that lists the carrying capacity per item of equipment. Physical dimensions are
listed for each item, as well as the amount of weight and coins the item is capable of carrying.
Car r y ing Capac ity
Ite m D im e ns ions We ight Capac ity Coin Capac ity
Ba l l a nti on 2” x 2” x 3” 1 10
Ba c k pa c k , l e a the r 18” x 12” x 2” 30 400
Ba c k pa c k , stra w 2’ x 2’ x 2’ 10 500
Ba rre l 4’ x 30” x 30” 2 1 7 (3 1 ga l l ons) 10,850
Buc k e t, me ta l 1’ x 1’ x 1’ 20 250
Buc k e t, wood 1’ x 1’ x 1’ 10 250
Che st, wood 3’ x 2’ x 2’ 100 5,000
Fl a sk 4” x 4” x 5” 1 pi nt (2 l bs. ) -
Pouc h, be l t 6” x 2” x 8” 5 50
Sa c k 8” x 8” x 8” 4 200
Sa ddl e ba g 24” x 10” x 10” 20 1,000
Ta nk a rd 4” x 4” x 8” 1 pi nt (2 l bs. ) 50
Vi a l 1” x 1” x 2” 1 fl ui d ounc e -
Wi ne bottl e 4” x 4” x 10” ½ ga l l on (3 . 5 l bs. ) -
Wi ne sk i n 4” x 4” x 10” ½ ga l l on (3 . 5 l bs. ) -

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Chapter 10: Combat

This chapter covers combat between a small rounds are based on time, so are actions. Many ac-
number of foes. Combats of a larger scale are cov- tions may occur in a round, while some may take
ered in Chapter 18: Warfare. Combat occurs in rounds. multiple rounds. Following is a table that lists the
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A c tion D uration
Atta c k wi th body (fi sts, fe e t, e l bows, c l a ws, e tc . ) 1 . 5 se c onds (or 2 /round) on a v g.
Atta c k wi th bow (i nc l ude s l oa di ng, a i mi ng, a nd fi ri ng) 6 se c onds (or 2 rounds)
Atta c k wi th c rossbow (a i mi ng a nd fi ri ng, not l oa di ng) 3 se c onds (or 1 /round)
Atta c k wi th we a pon, de l i v e ry pe na l ty of 1 0 or l e ss se e we a pon ta bl e s i n Cha pte r 9
Ba nda ge wounds 2 d1 0 rounds
Ca st spe l l , 1 st l e v e l 1 se c ond
Ca st spe l l , 2 nd l e v e l 1 round
Ca st spe l l , 3 rd l e v e l 2 rounds
Ca st spe l l , 4 th l e v e l 4 rounds
Ca st spe l l , 5 th l e v e l 1 mi nute
Ca st spe l l , 6 th l e v e l 3 0 mi nute s
Ca st spe l l , 7 th l e v e l 1 hour
Ca st spe l l , 8 th l e v e l 1 2 hours
Ca st spe l l , 9 th l e v e l 1 da y
Ca st spe l l , 1 0 th l e v e l 1 we e k
Cha rge se e Cha rgi ng i n thi s c ha pte r
Di smount horse 1 round
Dra w a nd dri nk poti on 2 rounds
Drop i te m from gra sp Ne gl i gi bl e
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E xti ngui sh y ourse l f (stop, drop, a nd rol l ) 3 round
Loa d ha nd c rossbow 2 rounds
Loa d whe e l a nd ra tc he t c rossbow 3 rounds
Mount a horse 2 rounds
O pe n a door i n ha ste 1 se c ond
Re tri e v e i te m from ba c k pa c k or sa c k 3 rounds
She a the a sword 1 round
Sta nd up from a prone posi ti on 1 round
Turn a nd re tre a t 1 se c ond
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 Surprise Intentions
The beginning of each combat may be un- The intentions of a character may change
announced by the attacker, such as in an ambush. each second in combat. However, some actions take
In fact, it often is not. If a character is unaware of longer than a second to perform. Once an action
a foe, then the foe may attack once and the victim is has been started, a character must pass a Reaction
unable to retaliate that round; a foe who attacks with Speed sub-ability check at TH 17 to immediately
surprise gains a free attack. After the single surprise change their intentions. Otherwise, the Aedile may
attack, initiative must be rolled by all parties involved declare that their intentions cannot change until the
who are able to respond. next second or round, depending on their discre-
When a foe surprises a character, a bonus tion.
of 3d10 is applied to the skill check for the first, and For example, a human may intend to attack
only the first, attack. Thereafter, provided the ini- a kobold, but 1 second into the round a bugbear
tial attack did not debilitate or kill the character, the kills the kobold. At this moment, the human may
character may respond normally or without penalty, attempt to change his intentions and instead attack
voiding the bonus to the attack skill check. the bugbear. The player of the human character
rolls and fails their Reaction Speed check. There-
fore, the human’s mental reactions are slow enough
Initiative that they are unable to stop their attack on the
At the beginning of each round, an initia- kobold.
tive roll is made for each attack to determine the
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order of attacks. A high initiative roll is desirable,

allowing a combatant to react before those with Life Points
lower initiative. Consult the Reaction Speed sub- A character’s Life Points (LP) are a measure
ability (see Chap. 3: Abilities) to obtain a modifier. of how much damage the character can sustain be-
Depending on the scale of the combat, the Aedile fore falling unconscious or dead. As characters in-
may opt for each player to roll separately, or for 1 crease in occupational level, they do not gain addi-
roll to be made for each group of combatants. If tional LP. Upon character creation, the LP Modifi-
group rolls are used, then individual modifiers are ers from Strength, Health, and Drive (see Chap. 3:
not included. Normally, each player rolls for their Abilities)are applied directly to the Base LP, which
own character, adjusting their initiative according to are determined according to race (see Chap. 1: Race
the Skill Modifier listed under the Reaction Speed and Gender). The result is the LP of the character.
sub-ability, Breadth, and the Delivery Penalty (DP) When a character is reduced to their modified base
for their weapon. Breadth is only for melee weap- of 20% of their LP, they are unconscious; upon be-
ons and first attacks in combat: ing reduced to 0, the character is dead.

Initiative = (1d100) +/- (Reaction Speed Skill

Mod.) + (Breadth) - (DP)

The results of all initiative rolls are an-

nounced, and those with the higher initiative act first. MEMENTO.MORI
Weapons are usually not as fast as fists or one’s own
body, so a Delivery Penalty (see Chap. 9: Equipment)
applies negatively to an initiative with a weapon.
Regarding movement, each 10% of a character’s Remember that you die.
Sprint speed traveled before an attack incurs a - 10
modifier to initiative.

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 Body Part Points
Us e le s s /Mis s ing Body Par t Pe naltie s
A character’s Body Part Points (BPP) are a
Bodily Han d -
measure of how much damage a character’s body Body Par t A ttrac t. Stre ngth Ey e A gility
part can sustain. BPP are determined by multiply- Coord.
ing LP by 3, and then consulting Body Part Propor- Ha nd - 5% - 1 0 %* - 9 0 %* -
tions in Chapter 2: Body. Multiply LP by the Propor-
Lowe r Ar m - 30% - 3 0 %* - 9 0 %* - 1 0 %*
tion number (such as .01 for left foot) to determine
the number of BPP for that specific body part. Uppe r Ar m - 50% - 6 0 %* - 9 0 %* - 3 0 %*
Truncate all results, but an unharmed body part may Foot - 10% - 1 0 %* - - 90%
never have less than 1 BPP. Record the BPP next to Lowe r Le g - 40% - 3 0 %* - - 90%
the body part image on the character sheet. All 17
Uppe r Le g - 60% - 6 0 %* - - 90%
body parts have separate BPP, except for the head
and face, which share BPP.
When a foe is attacked successfully, a num- * This penalty applies only to relevant skill
ber of BPP equal to the damage done are subtracted checks.
from the appropriate body part. When BPP reaches
0, the body part is forever useless. Regardless of Movement is also penalized due to a foot or
the number of LP remaining, a foe dies when their leg that is useless or missing. A character with a
head/face or upper or lower torso reach 0 BPP. If foot or leg that has been reduced to 0 BPP, but is
a single hacking attack exceeds the body part’s po- still attached, is able to limp no faster than walking

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tential BPP, then the body part is dismembered. If speed. A character with a foot or leg that has been
a single pounding attack exceeds the body part’s dismembered is capable of unaided movement that
potential BPP, then the major bone within the body is no faster than a crawl, though a walking stick al-
part is shattered. If a single stabbing attack exceeds lows limping.
the body part’s potential BPP, then the body part is A weapon may damage more areas than that
fully impaled and the weapon emerges from the which is the focal point of the damage. For ex-
other side, if the weapon is long enough. A foe ample, a bugbear may strike an elf in the groin with
cannot lose more LP or BPP from a limb than the the blade of his bipennis, which is larger than the
limb has, except with continual bleeding. Extra dam- groin area of any elf. The Aedile must determine
age is lost. If a part of a limb is reduced to 0 BPP, randomly which nearby location is also struck, and
then all other parts of the limb that are farther away then consider the CA of that area. For example,
from the character are also useless. For example, if areas near the groin include the upper leg and lower
a character’s upper arm reaches 0 BPP, then the cor- torso. In this case, the Aedile determines the addi-
responding lower arm and hand are also useless. tional body part by rolling 1d100, and arbitrarily
Continual bleeding is an optional rule. For considering 01-50 to be the upper leg, and 51-100
each successful attack that damages a foe, divide the for the lower torso. If this additional body part is
damage done by the potential BPP, and multiply this also damaged, then the damage of the attack is di-
result by 100. This is the percentile chance that the vided between all affected body parts.
foe suffers continual bleeding. Continual bleeding
may be stopped at anytime by successful bandaging.
Every 1d10 minutes that continual bleeding occurs,
LP are lowered due to loss of blood. To determine
the number of LP lost, multiply the Body Part Pro-
portion (see Chap. 2: Body) by 100.
A character is penalized if a limb, or part of
a limb, has been reduced to 0 BPP or dismembered.
Consult the following table:

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 Unconsciousness Current Armor
When reduced to a base of 20% of their Different characters and creatures have dif-
LP, a character falls unconscious. This base is modi- fering degrees of protection, and current armor may
fied according to the sub-ability of Drive. Each time be different for each body part. Current Armor
BPP reaches 0, there is a percentile chance equal to (CA) represents protection with a number ranging
(100 x Proportion) on the Body Part Proportion from 1 to infinity -- the higher the number, the more
table (in Chap. 2: Body) that the character will fall protection. No creature may ever have a CA less
unconscious in 1d10 rounds. Upon falling uncon- than 1. Therefore, even if the target creature is
scious, the character must roll 3d10, rolling TH 14 asleep, the attacking creature must make an attack
or higher, though the Skill Modifier for Health ap- skill check. Although CA may exceed 30, an un-
plies to the roll. If the player’s roll exceeds the TH, modified attack roll of 30 always hits a foe with the
then they stabilize and remain at their current LP, Aedile’s approval.
deteriorating no further. If the roll fails, however, Base CA is listed for each body part accord-
then the character continues to lose 1 LP every 1d10 ing to race in Chapter 1: Race and Gender, as well as the
minutes, usually from blood loss or internal bleed- table below. Many modifiers may apply to this base,
ing. Finally, if a 3 was rolled, then the character falls such as wearing armor, the Agility sub-ability, some
into a coma, and the Aedile must secretly determine spell effects, and some magical items. Modifiers may
the duration by rolling 1d10: (1-2) days, (3-4) weeks, indirectly affect CA, such as sobriety.
(5-6) months, (7-8) years, (9-10) decades. Finally,
roll 1d10 for duration. To avoid death, a player may Bas e Cur re nt A r m or
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continue to roll every round against TH 25 to see if Rac e Bas e CA

they stabilize. Bandaging a fallen character will sta- Ana k i m 11
bilize them. Bugbe a r 12
Dwa rf 10
Elf 10
Huma n 10
Infection Kobol d 10
Any character who is bitten or struck by a O gre 13
Trol l 14
hacking or stabbing weapon is susceptible to infec-
tion. If it is unknown whether or not an animal has Each body part on the image in the charac-
rabies, and a character has been bitten, then there is ter sheet also has 4 types of CA listed: Current Ar-
a 1% chance that the bitten character will become mor against Brawling (CAB), Current Armor against
rabid. For more information, see Rabies in Chapter Hacking (CAH), Current Armor against Pounding
2: Body. If a character is struck by a hacking or stab- (CAP), and Current Armor against Stabbing (CAS).
bing weapon, then there is a percentile chance equal More information concerning CA and armor is avail-
to the percent of damage in BPP done to to a body- able in Chapter 9: Equipment.
part when compared to its BPP potential when un-
harmed that they will acquire gangrene. For more
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 Attacking Foes Defending Against Foes
To attack a foe physically, a character must To defend against a foe’s attack, a character
roll on the Body Part Proportion table (see Chap. 2: must announce their Current Armor (CA), which is
Body) to determine which body part will be struck if a combination of many factors. First, the Base
the attack is successful; otherwise a player may specify Current Armor of the race is considered. Second,
a body part (see Called Shots). Next, the player Armor Bonus from the Armor table listed in Chap-
must attempt a skill check with the appropriate skill: ter 9: Equipment is summed for all armor currently
Aim, Brawling, Hurl, Weapon (General), Weapon worn or carried. Third, the Armor modifier from
(Specific), or Wrestling. Additional skills may be- the sub-ability of Agility is applied to the sum of
come included, such as Ambidexterity, Balance, Armor Bonuses. Fourth, miscellaneous factors could
Blindfighting, Disarm, Dismemberment, Impaling, be included, from magical adjustments, to adjust-
Mangling, Parry, Tumbling, and Weapon Trick, ments from spells, to whether or not the character
among others. is surprised, asleep, paralyzed, or drunk.
The skill check(s) must exceed a TH for the If a defender is hit successfully by a foe, then
skill, or attack, to be successful. The TH is based before the damage is applied to the defender, it must
on the CA of the foe and other modifiers, such as be adjusted according to the following table entitled
size and distance. The most appropriate CA type ‘Damage by Armor and Type of Attack.’ However,
must be selected (CAB, CAH, CAP, or CAS). For damage may be absorbed only by the armor in terms
more detail, see Current Armor in this chapter and of IP if the total modified CA was not met, but the
each skill individually in Chapter 8: Skills. adjusted Base Current Armor was met or exceeded.

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If an attack skill check result is less than the Damage may also be deducted from LP and BPP if
Base Current Armor of the race, after modifica- a foe is struck successfully. While the goal of armor
tions such as Agility, then the attack missed entirely is both to prevent strikes from succeeding and mini-
and damage was not done. If an attack skill check mize the damage inflicted, this varies depending on
result meets or exceeds the Base Current Armor of the armor worn or carried and the type of attack.
the race, after modifications such as Agility, but was
less than the Current Armor after adjusted for ar-
mor, then damage is subtracted in terms of IP from Subdual Damage
the armor of the foe, but the foe is not damaged in Different from regular damage, subdual
terms of LP or BPP; only their armor was struck. damage heals more quickly, or shows no visible
If an attack skill check result meets or exceeds the wound. Excessive amounts of subdual damage may
final Current Armor after adjusted for armor, then still incapacitate a character. The following are ex-
damage is subtracted from the foe’s LP according amples that cause subdual damage: slapping, chok-
to the weapon used, and possibly the Strength of ing, and drowning. Subdual damage heals by itself
the attacker, and also from the BPP of the stricken in 1d10 minutes. Regular damage, however, heals at
body part. Consult the table entitled ‘Damage by a rate according to Natural Healing later in this chap-
Armor and Type of Attack’ to adjust the damage ter.
according to cumulative armor. If a 25 or higher is
rolled on the skill check before any adjustments, then
proceed to the Graphic Gore tables at the end of
this chapter.

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 Multiple Brawling Attacks The next highest initiative is 76, which be-
As indicated on the table entitled ‘Duration longs to Fulk. However, to see if Fulk can attack
of Action’, different forms of attack allow for a dif- after taking 30% of LP in damage, he must pass TH
ferent number of attacks to be made per round. 30, rolling 1d100. The player of Fulk rolls 27, and
Agility and SP invested affect the number of Brawl- so Fulk loses this attack.
ing attacks per round. Strength may affect some The next highest initiative is 51, which still
weapon attacks (see Chap. 9: Equipment). belongs to Fulk. The player of Fulk rolls a 43 on
Attacks occur according to the order of ini- the Brawling table, indicating he attempts a ‘Fist to
tiative. However, if a foe was damaged prior to their Throat’. The player of Fulk rolls a Brawling skill
attack in this combat, then the damaged foe must check of 21, which is successful against Roland’s CA
roll 1d100 and exceed a TH to be able to make fu- 10. The player of Fulk rolls 1d12 damage for punch-
ture attacks in the current round. The TH is equal ing Roland’s throat, and the result is 3 for damage.
to a cumulative percent of their LP that was lost in Since this is less than 20% of the LP of Roland,
the current combat. If the check is failed, then the Roland is able automatically to perform his next at-
damaged foe may not make their next attack in the tack.
current round. This check is unnecessary if the foe The lowest initiative is 26, which belongs to
has not suffered 20% or more LP of damage in the Roland. Consulting the Brawling table, the player
current combat. of Roland rolls 51, determining he will attempt ‘Fist
For instance, 2 human characters named to Temple’ for 1d12 damage. The player of Roland
Fulk and Roland begin Brawling with each other. rolls a Brawling skill check of 22, which is successful
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For the sake of simplicity with this example, Fulk against Fulk’s CA 10. The player of Roland rolls 5
and Roland have sub-ability scores of 100, 20 LP for damage, which is higher than 20% of Fulk’s ini-
each, are the same height, neither are wearing ar- tial 20 LP. Nonetheless, this does not extend into
mor, and neither are skilled Brawlers. Fulk and the next round of initiatives and attacks, but if Fulk
Roland each get 2 Brawling attacks per round. is damaged in this future combat, then the damage
For initiative, the player of Fulk rolls 51 and of the attack, when considered as a percent, will be
76, while the player of Roland rolls 80 and 26. With added to TH 55% (30% + 25%). However, if Fulk
a higher initiative of 80, Roland strikes Fulk first. loses less than 25% of his initial total LP, but greater
Both players roll on the Brawling skill table for hu- than or equal to 20%, then another check must be
mans in Chapter 8: Skills to see where their blows made. If Fulk loses 25% or more, then he is ren-
land, if successful. Roland rolls a Brawling skill check dered unconscious.
of 14, which is successful against Fulk’s CA 10. The
player of Roland rolled 77 on the Brawling table,
and Roland does an ‘Elbow to the Nose’ for 2d8
damage. The player of Roland rolls 6 for damage.
Thus, Fulk loses 30% of his LP.

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 Multiple Weapon Attacks Smiting
As indicated on the table entitled ‘Duration To smite a foe is to knock them off their
of Action,’ different forms of attack allow for a dif- feet or down to the ground from an attack without
ferent number of attacks to be made per round. Graphic Gore. Each melee weapon may smite a
Agility and SP invested affect the number of foe, depending on its size and type, as well as the
weapon-attacks per round. Strength may affect some size of the foe. The percentage of damage in LP
weapon-attacks (see Chap. 9: Equipment). done to a foe, compared to their unharmed poten-
Attacks occur according to the order of ini- tial LP, is considered the base TH for Smiting. Con-
tiative. However, if a foe was damaged prior to their sult the table below and multiply the base TH by
attack in this combat, then the damaged foe must the factor in the table:
roll and exceed a TH to make future attacks in the
current round. The TH is equal to a cumulative We apon Cre ature Siz e
percent of their LP lost in the current combat. The Siz e :Ty pe Sm all Me dium Large
check consists of 1d100. If the check is failed, then (Brawling) 0.1 0.1 0.1
the damaged foe may not make their next attack in Sm all:H 0.1 - -
the current round. This check is unnecessary if the Sm all:P 0.25 0.1 -
foe has not suffered 20% or more LP of damage in Sm all:S 0.1 - -
Me dium :H 0.5 0.25 0.1
the current combat.
Me dium :P 1.0 0.5 0.25
Each adjusted initiative must have a differ- Me dium :S 0.25 0.1 -
ence from a previous initiative greater than or equal

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Large :H 1.0 0.5 0.25
to the Delivery Penalty (DP) of the weapon used Large :P 2.0 1.0 0.5
(see Chap. 9: Equipment). If not, then the succeed- Large :S 0.5 0.25 0.1
ing initiative is lowered appropriately. For instance,
if a player rolls 90 and 88 for initiative regarding 2 If the result exceeds 100, then the foe is au-
attacks with a dagger, which has a DP of 10, then tomatically smote. Otherwise, the result is subtracted
the first initiative is 80 (90 - 10), and the second is 70
from 100. This is the TH for Smiting. The attacker
(80 - 10). must roll 1d100 and compare the result to the TH.
If the roll meets or exceeds the TH, then the at-
tacker smites their foe.
Charging For example, if an attack with a large pound-
Charging a foe in combat means to jog, run, ing weapon does 70% of a small creature’s LP in
or Sprint at the foe in order to give a harder blow. damage, then the table indicates that the base TH
Charging increases only stabbing damage, not hack- of 70 is multiplied by 2.0, so the TH is 140. Since
ing or pounding. To determine how quickly a char- 140 exceeds 100, the small creature is automatically
acter may charge, consult the Sprint skill (see Chap. smote. If an attack with a medium hacking weapon
8: Skills). When a character charges a foe, consult does 70% of a large creature’s LP in damage, then
the following table: the table indicates the base TH becomes 7, is sub-
tracted from 100, and the TH is 93. In this case the
Charging attacker must roll a 93 or higher to smite the foe.
Sprint Spe e d CA Stabbing D am age Once having been smitten, the smote char-
Jog - 15% + 10% acter must consult the Agility sub-ability to see how
Ru n - 20% + 20%
Spri nt - 40% + 40% long it takes to stand again. Standing again may be
achieved only by winning initiative or not being at-
tacked successfully. Otherwise, the smote will re-
main smitten.
If a humanoid character is armored and not
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 Damage by Armor and Type of Attack Stabbing attacks are attempts to thrust, ram,
Different armors provide different kinds of or shove an object designed to pierce the skin and
protection. Types of attacks are more effective thereby gore, impale, pierce, penetrate, or puncture
against 1 kind of armor than another. Whenever a the body of a foe, usually with a long, thin, sharp
character who wears armor is attacked successfully, weapon, such as the tip of a sword, dagger, or
consult the tables on the following pages to modify polearm.
the damage. Burning attacks are attempts to blister,
Different types of attacks are described be- scald, singe, scorch, ignite, roast, or incinerate a foe
low: with intense heat or open flame. Most often, this is
Brawling attacks, for the most part, are tech- accomplished with fire. Note that metal armors are
nically pounding attacks, though pounding attacks especially susceptible to burning attacks.
are strictly those with weapons, while brawling at- Freezing attacks often use frost, ice, snow,
tacks use only a character’s limbs. Brawling attacks, or cold winds to chill, cool, benumb, nip or solidify
however, may also include choking, clawing, and a foe. Note that metal armors are especially suscep-
headbutting. Brawling attacks are often described tible to freezing attacks.
as beating, choking, hitting, kicking, knocking, Electrocuting attacks are most commonly
punching, slapping, thrashing, and wailing. accomplished with lightning, and serve to burn, elec-
Hacking attacks are usually slashing motions trify, galvanize, and shock a foe. Note that metal
or chops made at a foe with a bladed weapon, such armors are especially susceptible to electrocution
as an axe or a sword. Hacking attacks serve to cut, attacks.
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dismember, divide, hew, part, sever, split, or rend Corroding attacks are mostly comprised of
asunder a foe. acid, and serve to eat away, erode, waste, or wear
Pounding attacks are those in which an at- away at a foe.
tacker bludgeons or uses crushing force, such as from Sonic attacks utilize dangerous sound waves
a hammer, though most spiked weapons are pre- to damage a foe.
dominantly pounding weapons. Pounding attacks Wind attacks are typically powerful gusts of
are often described as beating, clubbing, comminut- wind capable of inflicting damage.
ing, grinding, hitting, impacting, knocking, pulver-
izing, triturating, waffling, and wailing.

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 D am age by A r m or and Ty pe of A ttac k
A r m or Ty pe Brawling Hac king Pounding Stabbing Bur ning
Individual Pie c e s
Na k e d, bi rthda y sui t - - - - -
Ar mi ng Ca p - 10% - 5% - 5% - + 5%
Arti c ul a te d Ar ms - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% + 100%
Arti c ul a te d Le gs - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% + 100%
Ba nde d Ma i l - 70% - 50% - 40% - 20% + 50%
Bra c e rs, Le a the r - 40% - 20% - 10% - 10% - 20%
Bra c e rs, Ste e l - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% + 100%
Bre a stpl a te a nd Ba c k pl a te - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% + 100%
Bri ga ndi ne - 80% - 50% - 30% - 15% + 50%
Cha i nma i l (4 -i n-1 ) - 50% - 50% - 30% - 20% + 70%
Cha i nma i l (6 -i n-1 ) - 80% - 50% - 40% - 20% + 80%
Cl othi ng - 10% - 5% - 5% - + 5%
Ga mbe son - 30% - 10% - 20% - + 5%
Ga untl e ts, Be l l -c uffe d - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% + 100%
Ga untl e ts, Cl a mshe l l - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% + 100%
Gorge t - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% + 100%
Gre a v e s - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% + 100%
La me l l a r - 60% - 50% - 30% - 15% + 100%

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Le a the r - 40% - 30% - 20% - 10% - 20%
Le a the r, Studde d - 20% - 10% - 5% - - 10%
Musc l e Ma i l - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% + 100%
Pa ul drons - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% + 100%
Sa ba tons - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% + 100%
Sc a l e ma i l - 80% - 50% - 30% - 10% + 70%
Se gme nte d - 60% - 50% - 70% - 20% + 100%
He lm s
He l m, Coni c a l - 50% - 40% - 50% - 15% + 70%
He l m, Gl a di a tori a l - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% + 100%
He l m, Gre a t - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% + 100%
He l m, Ri bbe d - 20% - 30% - 40% - 10% + 50%
He l m, Spa nge n - 50% - 50% - 60% - 20% + 70%
Shie lds
Buc k l e r, Ste e l - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% + 10%
Buc k l e r, Wood - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% - 30%
Shi e l d, Body, Wood - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% - 30%
Shi e l d, He a te r, Ste e l - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% + 20%
Shi e l d, He a te r, Wood - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% - 30%
Shi e l d, Ki te , Wood - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% - 30%
Shi e l d, Round, Bronze - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% + 20%
Shi e l d, Round, Ste e l - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% + 20%
Shi e l d, Round, Wood - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% - 30%
Suits of A r m or
Cha i nma i l Sui t (4 -i n-1 ) - 50% - 50% - 30% - 20% + 70%
Cha i nma i l Sui t (6 -i n-1 ) - 80% - 50% - 40% - 20% + 80%
Cha i nma i l w/Bre a stpl a te - 75% 55% - 50% - 20% + 90%
Pl a te ma i l Sui t - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% + 100%
Pl a te ma i l Sui t, Ce re moni a l - 90% - 60% - 70% - 20% + 100%

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 D am age by A r m or and Ty pe of A ttac k (c ontinue d)
A r m or Ty pe Fre e z ing Ele c troc uting Cor roding Sonic Wind
Individual Pie c e s
Na k e d - - - - -
Ar mi ng Ca p - 10% - 5% - - -
Arti c ul a te d Ar ms + 50% - - - -
Arti c ul a te d Le gs + 50% - - - -
Ba nde d Ma i l + 20% - - - -
Bra c e rs, Le a the r - 30% - 30% - - -
Bra c e rs, Ste e l + 50% - - - -
Bre a stpl a te a nd Ba c k pl a te + 50% - - - -
Bri ga ndi ne - 30% - - - -
Cha i nma i l (4 -i n-1 ) + 30% - - - -
Cha i nma i l (6 -i n-1 ) + 30% - - - -
Cl othi ng - 20% - 5% - - -
Ga mbe son - 30% - 10% - - -
Ga untl e ts, Be l l -c uffe d + 50% - - - -
Ga untl e ts, Cl a mshe l l + 50% - - - -
Gorge t + 50% - - - -
Gre a v e s + 50% - - - -
La me l l a r + 30% - - - -
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Le a the r - 30% - 30% - - -

Le a the r, Studde d - 25% - 30% - - -
Musc l e Ma i l + 50% - - - -
Pa ul drons + 50% - - - -
Sa ba tons + 50% - - - -
Sc a l e ma i l + 30% - - - -
Se gme nte d + 50% - - - -
He lm s
He l m, Coni c a l + 40% - - - -
He l m, Gl a di a tori a l + 50% - - - -
He l m, Gre a t + 50% - - - -
He l m, Ri bbe d + 30% - - - -
He l m, Spa nge n + 40% - - - -
Shie lds
Buc k l e r, Ste e l - - - - -
Buc k l e r, Wood - - 90% - - -
Shi e l d, Body, Wood - - 90% - - -
Shi e l d, Ki te , Wood - - 90% - - -
Shi e l d, He a te r, Ste e l - - - - -
Shi e l d, He a te r, Wood - - 90% - - -
Shi e l d, Round, Bronze - - - - -
Shi e l d, Round, Ste e l - - - - -
Shi e l d, Round, Wood - - 90% - - -
Suits of A r m or
Cha i nma i l Sui t (4 -i n-1 ) + 30% - - - -
Cha i nma i l Sui t (6 -i n-1 ) + 30% - - - -
Cha i nma i l w/Bre a stpl a te + 40% - - - -
Pl a te ma i l Sui t + 50% - - - -
Pl a te ma i l Sui t, Ce re moni a l + 50% - - - -

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 Natural Healing
Characters naturally heal a percentage of their potential LP at a daily rate according to the follow-
ing table:

N atural He aling
Young
D aily Infant Child Pube r ty Middle A ge O ld A ge Ve ne rable
A dult
Re c ove r y
30% 25% 20% 10% 5% 3% 1%

Drive Breathing
While players determine whether or not a All characters need to breathe, unless gifted
character will continue in combat, monsters and AC’s magically. The longer the character does not breathe,
(see Appendix 6: Aedile Characters) either continue or the more likely is death. Many events could affect
flee depending on their Drive sub-ability. Drive breathing, such as drowning, asphyxiation, or sim-
checks occur only in certain circumstances. In each ply being trapped in a sealed space and breathing up
applicable circumstance below, sum the modifiers. the air. Once it is impossible to breathe, a character
For purposes of this roll only, lower the Drive sub- will lose 1 LP of subdual damage every other round.
ability with the summed modifiers from the follow- Additionally, each round the character will lose 1d6

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ing table. Then, roll 3d10 and compare the roll with Strength sub-ability points until they are helpless,
the adjusted Drive. For this roll, rolling lower than unconscious, or again able to breathe.
the adjusted Drive means that the creature remains
in combat, rolling higher indicates that the creature
prefers to flee and will do so at any reasonable op-
portunity.

D rive Che c k Modifie rs

Circ um s tanc e Modifie r
Aba ndone d by c ompa ni ons - 14
Le a de r i s k i l l e d - 13
LP a re duc e d to ha l f - 13
Most powe rful a l l y i s k i l l e d - 13
O ppone nt se e ms i nv i si bl e - 16
O utnumbe re d a t l e a st 3 to 1 - 10
O utnumbe re d a t l e a st 1 0 to 1 - 14

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either death or victory

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 Falling Damage
Characters unfortunate enough to fall will suffer damage according to the distance fallen. Freefalling
characters accelerate at 8.5 meters per second (9.8 meters/second/second in a vacuum) to reach a termi-
nal velocity of 115 miles per hour (toggling between 110 and 120) in 6 seconds. Consult the table below
to determine the damage suffered:

Falling D am age
D am ag e
D am ag e D am ag e
Se c onds Me te rs / Fe e t/ Mile s / Total Fe e t to A nakim , D am ag e
to Elf to D warf
(1/3 rd round) Se c ond Se c ond Hour Falle n Bugbe ar, to O gre
& Kobold & Hu m an
& Troll
1 8.5 28.1 19.1 19.1 3 d1 0 3 d6 3 d8 3 d1 2
2 17.1 56.2 38.3 57.4 4 d1 0 4 d6 4 d8 4 d1 2
3 25.6 84.3 57.4 114.8 5 d1 0 5 d6 5 d8 5 d1 2
4 34.2 112.4 76.6 191.4 6 d1 0 6 d6 6 d8 6 d1 2
5 42.8 140.5 95.8 287.2 7 d1 0 7 d6 7 d8 7 d1 2
*6 51.4 168.6 115.0 402.2 8 d1 0 8 d6 8 d8 8 d1 2
7 51.4 168.6 115.0 517.2 8 d1 0 8 d6 8 d8 8 d1 2
8 51.4 168.6 115.0 632.2 8 d1 0 8 d6 8 d8 8 d1 2
9 51.4 168.6 115.0 747.2 8 d1 0 8 d6 8 d8 8 d1 2
10 51.4 168.6 115.0 862.2 8 d1 0 8 d6 8 d8 8 d1 2
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*By the 6th second of falling, a character has reached terminal velocity and will not accelerate any
further, but continues to fall at this rate.

So, if a human character falls freely for 3 rounds (9 seconds), then they have fallen 747 feet, but
will still receive only 8d20 damage, just as if they had fallen only for 6 seconds.

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 Bashing Doors If a character is unable to bash through a
The act of bashing a door is not a skill, but door, then the character may be able to break it down
simply an event in which physics is involved. In in repeated attempts, as long as their Newtons of
order for a character to bash through a door, simply Force meets or exceeds the ‘Damage TH’, which
consider their weight and Sprint Speed, although a must be multiplied by the number of inches of the
character may jog or run instead. Multiply the door’s thickness.
character’s weight x Sprint Speed, and multiply the If a character’s Newtons of Force are be-
result by 0.046. The result is the Newtons1 of Force low the ‘Damage TH’, then the character is unable
of impact. to bash through the door, even with repeated at-
tempts.
Newtons of Force = (weight) x (Sprint If a character is able to damage the door as
Speed) x (0.046) determined above, then divide their Newtons of
Force by 100. This is the number of IP in damage
Next, consider the type of wood2 of the that are done.
door, thickness in inches, and whether or not it is For each failed attempt at bashing a door, a
reinforced. Consult the table below: character has a 25% chance of self-injury. If in-
jured, then a character loses 10% of their LP and
D am age Bas hing the injured shoulder may not be used for bashing
Wood TH/inc h TH/inc h IP for 2d10 hours. A character with an injured shoul-
A sh 600 800 28 der may use their other shoulder.

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Be e c h 656 875 31 A door may be barred. The ‘Bashing TH’
Che rry 581 775 27
Ma pl e , Ha rd 637 850 30
of a barred door is increased by half. Doors have
O a k , Whi te 675 900 32 only 1 bar, and it is made of the same type and thick-
Pi ne 450 600 21 ness of wood as the door.
Spr uc e 412 550 19 A door may be buttressed. The ‘Bashing
Sy c a more 562 750 26 TH’ of a buttressed door is increased by half. A
Wa l nut 600 800 28
buttressed door is one in which supports are placed
Multiply the ‘Bashing TH’ times the num- against the door.
ber of inches of the door’s thickness. For a charac- If the hinges of the door are on the side of
ter to bash through a door, they must have a num- the basher, then the ‘Bashing TH’ is increased by 1/
ber of Newtons of Force that meets or exceeds the 4.
‘Bashing TH’. The wood of the door may be affected nega-
If the ‘Bashing TH’ is met or exceeded, then tively by moisture and age. The Aedile must decide
the latch gives and the door opens. If it is exceeded a percentile penalty.
by 1.5 times, then the door is removed from its For example: Andrew Clavell, a human,
hinges, the latch gives, and the door falls down. weighs 189 lbs. and has a Sprint Speed of 72. He
Twice the TH causes the wood of the door to shat- attempts to bash through a pine door that is 1-inch
ter. thick, and he has 625 Newtons of Force (189 x 72 x
0.046). Because the TH for the door is 600, he bashes
instantly through the door.

1. Newtons of Force were calculated by referring to the physics book by Serway & Beichner (2000). For more information
see the references section. Character Weight was converted into kilograms and Sprint Speed was converted into meters/
second2.

2. Wood types are European trees suitable for doors. The Specific Gravity of the wood was considered so that the difficulty
of bashing a door is somewhat realistically relevant to the strength and weight of the wood.

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 Home Advantage If a Called Shot successfully hits its target,
All creatures who claim territory gain a and the natural attack roll met or exceeded 25, then
Home Advantage1 of + 5 to initiative and + 2 to proceed to the appropriate description of the out-
attack skill checks during combat while defending come for the relevant body part in the Graphic Gore
their home territory. This bonus is psychological section (see Chap. 10: Combat). For example, if an
and also applies to other similar situations, such as eye was targeted and hit successfully, then proceed
games that involve players from another territory. to the description of an eye regarding the type of
Notice that the opposite is inapplicable; there is no damage done: hacking, pounding, or stabbing. If
disadvantage when away from home. only a head was targeted, then proceed to the list of
This bonus applies only in situations in which locations for a head and roll 3d10 to determine the
2 creatures or parties compete against each other, graphic outcome.
or when one is in their home territory and the other For example, a ruffian who calls himself Sir
is not. Chop-a-lot carries only a crowbar, and he initiates a
For example, a party of adventurers known confrontation with 3 strangers in a tavern. Sir Chop-
as the Campaign of the Lost Souls invaded a temple a-lot attacks first, and the player announces his in-
of demon worshippers. Since the temple itself was tention to hit the head of 1 of the strangers; he
familiar home territory to those inside, the defend- declares a Called Shot. The attack is successful, and
ers received a bonus due to Home Advantage. so the player consults the list concerning Pounding
Heads under Graphic Gore. Then, the player rolls
3d10 to determine the graphic outcome. As it turns
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Called Shots out, the foe’s brains are splattered.

Normally, a target creature is specified when
an attack is executed. Declaring a specific area of a
target creature is a more difficult attack. Whenever
a specific area of a target creature is chosen and
announced, a Called Shot is made. The smaller the
target, the more difficult it is to hit.
Consider the size of the called target as a
percentage of the height of the attacking creature.
For example, a 9’ tall ogre makes a called shot on an
elf ’s head. The head of an elf may be estimated to
be roughly 7” cubed. Therefore, an ogre who is
108” is trying to hit a 7” target. Since 7” is 6.48% of
108”, and remainders are truncated, the ogre is try-
ing to hit a target that is 6% of his size.
Subtract the above percentage from 100 and
divide by 5. The result is the modifier to attack.
The ogre from above must add 18 (100 - 6 / 5) to
the CA of the elf. If this elf has a CA of 10, then
the ogre needs an adjusted attack roll of 28 to hit
the head of the elf as intended.
Other factors that may affect called shots
include distance to target (see Range in Chap. 9: Equip-
ment) and weapon size. The Aedile may include ap-
propriate modifiers. It is easier to hit a needle with
a maul than the tip of a dagger.
1. For more information, see the References section at the end of this book.

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Graphic Gore Not all types of attacks are capable of
Graphic Gore. Breath weapons from creatures, gas,
If an unmodified attack skill check roll is
and most magical attacks will not cause Graphic
TH 25 or higher, and the foe’s CA is exceeded by 3,
Gore, since they do not affect the body in the same
then Graphic Gore has occurred. Attack skill checks
way as a physical blow. These attacks do not hack,
include Aim, Brawling, Disarm, Hurl, or Weapon
pound, or stab the body, but instead affect it more
(General) or Weapon (Specific). Graphic Gore con-
generally. Some spells or spell-like effects may con-
sists of explanations of the results and consequences
stitute Graphic Gore. Determine the results of the
of attacks.
attack as usual, but consult the appropriate Graphic
A difference between normal damage and
Gore table.
Graphic Gore is that, even if LP of damage are
Consider the body part that was struck suc-
equal between the 2 types of damage, there is not
cessfully, roll 3d10, and consult the appropriate
much to see with normal damage. With normal
Graphic Gore table. SP for Dismemberment, Im-
damage, the results are less visible for a variety of
paling, or Mangling may be added to the roll.
reasons, such as occurring under armor, internally,
or not much blood being spilt immediately. With
Graphic Gore, the damage is not only visible, but
spectacular. Graphic Gore is the stuff of legends.

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 Hac king Foot
Roll Re s ult
<7 The bi g toe i s di sme mbe re d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 3 %, Agi l i ty - 5 0 %, Spri nt Spe e d - 7 0 %.
7 -1 0 1 d4 toe s a re di sme mbe re d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 %, Agi l i ty - 6 0 %, Spri nt Spe e d - 7 5 %.
The bi g toe a nd 1 d4 toe s a re di sme mbe re d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 7 %, Agi l i ty - 7 0 %,
1 1 -1 4
Spri nt Spe e d - 8 0 %.
1 5 -1 8 Al l toe s a re di sme mbe re d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 8 %, Agi l i ty - 7 5 %, Spri nt Spe e d - 8 5 %.
The he e l i s di sme mbe re d, howe v e r, the re ma i ni ng pa rt of the foot i s sti l l a tta c he d a nd fl ops a bout.
1 9 -2 2
Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 9 %, Agi l i ty - 8 0 %, Spri nt Spe e d - 9 0 %.
The ha c k i ng we a pon pa rts the foot l e ngthwi se i nto 2 e qua l or ne a rl y e qua l pi e c e s, from the toe to the a nk l e
2 3 -2 6
l i k e a l oa f of bre a d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 9 %, Agi l i ty - 8 0 %, Spri nt Spe e d - 9 0 %.
The ha c k i ng we a pon di sme mbe rs the oute r ha l f of the foot. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 9 %, Agi l i ty - 8 0 %,
>2 6
Spri nt Spe e d - 8 5 %.

Hac king Lowe r Le g

Roll Re s ult
The c a l f musc l e i s mostl y re mov e d, but sti l l da ngl e s by a thre a d a nd fl ops a round. The re st of the l owe r l e g
<8
i s unha r me d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 3 0 %, Agi l i ty - 5 0 %.
8 -1 3 The c a l f musc l e i s re mov e d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 3 0 %, Agi l i ty - 5 0 %.
The l owe r l e g i s pa rte d v e rti c a l l y, spl i tti ng the bone i nto (1 d4 + 1 ) pi e c e s. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body
1 4 -2 0
Pa rt ta bl e . Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 3 0 %, Agi l i ty - 5 0 %.
2 1 -2 5 The l owe r l e g i s di sme mbe re d (1 d1 0 0 )% up the fi bul a . Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .
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The c a l c a ne a l te ndon i s se v e re d. Thi s i s the thi c k e st, stronge st, a nd most e xpose d te ndon. It use d to c onne c t
>2 5
the c a l f musc l e to the he e l bone . Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .

Hac king Uppe r Le g

Roll Re s ult
The pa te l l a , or k ne e bone , i s di sme mbe re d. From now on, i f the foe l i v e s a nd wa l k s, the n thi s l e g wi l l ha v e a
<9
te nde nc y to be nd ba c k wa rd. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 3 0 %, Agi l i ty - 5 0 %.
The uppe r l e g i s pa rte d v e rti c a l l y, spl i tti ng the bone i nto (1 d4 + 1 ) pi e c e s. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body
9 -1 6
Pa rt ta bl e . Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 3 0 %, Agi l i ty - 5 0 %.
1 7 -2 3 The uppe r l e g i s di sme mbe re d (1 d1 0 0 )% up the fe mur Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .
The uppe r l e g i s di sme mbe re d ne a r the top of the fe mur. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e . Al so,
>2 3 the a tta c k da ma ge d the groi n. Rol l 3 d1 0 a nd se e the a ppropri a te groi n ta bl e . Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng
Body Pa rt ta bl e .

Hac king Groin, Fe m ale

Roll Re s ult
The pubi c bone i s ha c k e d from the front. If pre gna nt, the n she e xpe ri e nc e s a bl oody a nd i nsta nta ne ous
<6
mi sc a rri a ge . Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 0 %.
The pubi c bone i s spl i t from the front. If pre gna nt, the n she e xpe ri e nc e s a bl oody a nd i nsta nta ne ous
6 -1 0 mi sc a rri a ge . Wi thi n 1 d1 0 mi nute s, the a borte d fe tus i s c ov e re d by a nts or a ppropri a te fl y i ng i nse c ts suc h a s
horse fl i e s. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 0 %.
The pubi c bone i s spl i t from the front, a nd the ha c k i ng we a pon ope ns the ute r us. If pre gna nt, the n she
e xpe ri e nc e s a bl oody a nd i nsta nta ne ous mi sc a rri a ge , a nd i f the fe tus i s ol de r tha n 3 months, the n the ba by i s
1 1 -1 6
(1 d1 0 0 )% l i k e l y to e me rge , a t l e a st pa rti a l l y, wi th the we a pon. Wi thi n 1 d1 0 mi nute s, the a borte d fe tus i s
c ov e re d by a nts or a ppropri a te fl y i ng i nse c ts suc h a s horse fl i e s. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 0 %.
The l a bi a ma j ora , or oute r v a gi na l l i ps, a re ha c k e d, but the l a bi a mi nora a nd c l i tori s a re unha r me d. Bodi l y
1 7 -2 1
Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 0 %.
2 2 -2 6 The oute r a nd i nne r v a gi na l l i ps a re ha c k e d, but the c l i tori s i s unha r me d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 0 %.
>2 6 The oute r a nd i nne r v a gi na l l i ps, a s we l l a s the c l i tori s, a re ha c k e d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 0 %.

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 Hac king Groin, Male
Roll Re s ult
<6 The pubi c bone i s ha c k e d from the front. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
6 -8 The pubi c bone i s spl i t from the front. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
The sc rotum i s ha c k e d ope n, a nd e v e n though the te sti c l e s we re not hi t di re c tl y, the y a re ha ngi ng out of the
9 -1 1
sc rotum. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
1 2 -1 4 A te sti c l e i s di sme mbe re d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
1 5 -1 7 A te sti c l e a nd the v a s de fe re ns a re di sme mbe re d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
1 8 -2 0 Both te sti c l e s, a nd the i r sc rotum, a re di sme mbe re d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
2 1 -2 3 The ma nhood i s di sme mbe re d a l ong the ba se . Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
2 4 -2 6 The di c k he a d i s de c a pi ta te d a t i ts di c k -ne c k . Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
>2 6 The te sti c l e s, sc rotum, a nd ma nhood a re di sme mbe re d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.

Hac king Lowe r Tors o

Roll Re s ult
The bl a dde r i s ha c k e d; bl ood a nd uri ne spi l l forth. The foe wi l l be una bl e to sta nd or mov e the i r torso for
<1 0
1 d1 0 da y s ti me s the numbe r of da ma ge poi nts ta k e n. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
The k i dne y i s ha c k e d; bl ood a nd uri ne spi l l forth. The foe wi l l be una bl e to sta nd or mov e the i r torso for
1 0 -2 0
1 d1 0 da y s ti me s the numbe r of da ma ge poi nts ta k e n. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
If the bl a de i s a s l ong a s the di a me te r of the foe 's l owe r torso, the n the l owe r torso ha s be e n se pa ra te d from
the uppe r torso. The foe di e s i n 1 d1 0 mi nute s due to l oss of bl ood. Duri ng those mi nute s, the di sme mbe re d
>2 0
foe c a nnot mov e , si nc e the spi na l c ord wa s se v e re d. If the bl a de i s not a s l ong a s the di a me te r of the foe 's

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l owe r torso, the n the bl a de ha c k e d through the spi ne , c ompl e te l y se v e ri ng i t. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 8 0 %.

Hac king Uppe r Tors o

Roll Re s ult
If the foe i s fe ma l e , the n he r bre a st ha s be e n ha c k e d off. If pre gna nt, the n mi l k squi rts upon i mpa c t. Rol l
<9 1 d1 0 to de te r mi ne whe the r the (1 -5 ) l e ft or (6 -1 0 ) ri ght bre a st wa s ha c k e d. Stre ngth - 4 0 % a nd Bodi l y
Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 0 %. If the foe i s ma l e , the n re rol l .
A l ung wa s ha c k e d. Rol l 1 d1 0 to de te r mi ne whe the r i t wa s the foe 's (1 -5 ) l e ft or (6 -1 0 ) ri ght. Di v i de the
numbe r of da ma ge poi nts by the pote nti a l BPP a nd mul ti pl y by 1 0 0 . Thi s i s the pe rc e nti l e c ha nc e tha t the
9 -1 6 ha c k e d l ung fi l l s wi th bl ood a nd the foe di e s i n 1 d1 0 mi nute s, drowni ng i n the i r own bl ood. The foe wi l l be
una bl e to sta nd or mov e the i r torso for 1 d1 0 we e k s ti me s the numbe r of da ma ge poi nts ta k e n. Bodi l y
Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 0 %.
The he a rt i s ha c k e d through the ri b c a ge . A ri b i s spl i nte re d a nd sti c k s out of the i r uppe r torso. The foe di e s
1 7 -2 2
i n 1 d6 mi nute s. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 0 %.
If the bl a de i s a s l ong a s the di a me te r of the foe 's uppe r torso, the n the uppe r torso ha s be e n se pa ra te d from
the l owe r torso. The foe di e s i n 1 d1 0 mi nute s due to l oss of bl ood. Duri ng those mi nute s, the di sme mbe re d
>2 2 foe c a nnot mov e , si nc e the spi na l c ord wa s se v e re d. If the bl a de i s not a s l ong a s the di a me te r of the foe 's
uppe r torso, the n the bl a de ha c k e d through the spi ne a nd he a rt, c ompl e te l y se v e ri ng the m. Bodi l y
Attra c ti v e ne ss - 8 0 %.

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 Hac king Hand
Roll Re s ult
<7 The pi nk y fi nge r i s di sme mbe re d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 1 % a nd Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - 3 %.
1 d4 fi nge rs a re di sme mbe re d i n suc c e ssi on, be gi nni ng wi th the pi nk y. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 1 % a nd Ha nd-
7 -1 0
E y e Coordi na ti on - (3 x)%. Le t the e xpone nt x e qua l the numbe r of fi nge rs l ost.
(1 d6 / 2 ) fi nge rs a re di sme mbe re d i n suc c e ssi on, be gi nni ng wi th the thumb. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 1 % a nd
1 1 -1 4
Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - (4 x)%. Le t the e xpone nt x e qua l the numbe r of fi nge rs l ost.
The ha nd i s spl i t down the mi ddl e . Rol l 1 d6 to de te r mi ne whe re the we a pon e nte re d: (1 -2 ) be twe e n the
1 5 -1 8 i nde x a nd mi ddl e fi nge r, (3 -4 ) the mi ddl e a nd ri ng fi nge r, a nd (5 -6 ) the ri ng a nd pi nk y. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss
- 5%
Al l fi nge rs, i nc l udi ng the thumb, a re di sme mbe re d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 % a nd Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on -
1 9 -2 2
9 0 %. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .
The oute r ha l f of the ha nd ha s be e n di sme mbe re d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 % a nd Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on -
2 3 -2 6
9 0 %. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .
The e nti re ha nd ha s be e n di sme mbe re d. Bl ood fl ows twi c e a s muc h from the wri st a s de te r mi ne d by
>2 6
c onti nua l bl e e di ng unde r Body Pa rt Poi nts. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .

Hac king Lowe r A r m

Roll Re s ult
The l owe r a r m ha s be e n di sme mbe re d (1 d1 0 0 )% of the wa y from the wri st up to the e l bow. Consul t the
<1 0
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Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .

The l owe r a r m ha s be e n spl i t v e rti c a l l y, a nd the ha c k i ng we a pon i s e mbe dde d i n the ul na , spl i tti ng the bone
1 0 -2 0 i nto (1 d4 + 1 ) pi e c e s. The a r m wi l l be use l e ss for 1 d1 0 we e k s. Stre ngth - 3 0 %, Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %,
Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - 9 0 %, a nd Agi l i ty - 1 0 %.
>2 0 The l owe r a r m ha s be e n di sme mbe re d a t the e l bow. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .

Hac king Uppe r A r m

Roll Re s ult
The uppe r a r m ha s be e n di sme mbe re d (1 d1 0 0 )% of the wa y from the e l bow to the shoul de r. Consul t the
<1 0
Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .
The uppe r a r m ha s be e n spl i t v e rti c a l l y, a nd the ha c k i ng we a pon i s e mbe dde d i n the hume r us, spl i tti ng the
1 0 -2 0 bone i nto (1 d4 + 1 ) pi e c e s. The a r m wi l l be use l e ss for 1 d1 0 we e k s. Stre ngth - 6 0 %, Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss -
5 0 %, Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - 9 0 %, a nd Agi l i ty - 3 0 %.
>2 0 The uppe r a r m ha s be e n di sme mbe re d a t the shoul de r. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .

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The nose ha s be e n di sme mbe re d. Bl ood gushe s a l l ov e r the fa c e of the foe , a nd the i r e y e s we l l -up wi th te a rs,
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ma k i ng i t i mpossi bl e for the m to foc us on the i r a tta c k e r for 1 d1 0 rounds. Fa c i a l Cha ri sma - 5 0 %.
The mouth ha s be e n spl i t on e a c h si de of the l i ps, pa ra l l e l to the l i ps, a nd the ha c k i ng we a pon se v e rs the
9 -1 6
j a wbone . The foe 's j a w fa l l s to the ground. Fa c i a l Cha ri sma - 5 0 %.
An e y e ha s be e n ha c k e d. Ste re osc opi c Vi si on i s gone unl e ss he a l e d ma gi c a l l y. Rol l 1 d1 0 to de te r mi ne
1 7 -2 2
whe the r the (1 -5 ) l e ft or (6 -1 0 ) ri ght e y e wa s ha c k e d.
Rol l 1 d1 0 . The uppe r he a d ha s be e n e i the r (1 -5 ) pa rti a l l y or (6 -1 0 ) ful l y di sme mbe re d from the l owe r he a d.
The ha c k i ng a tta c k e nte re d the he a d through the fa c e . If the uppe r he a d i s onl y pa rti a l l y di sme mbe re d, the n
>2 2
the ha c k i ng we a pon e xi te d the re a r of the he a d, but e i the r the foe 's (1 -5 ) l e ft or (6 -1 0 ) ri ght si de of the i r
sk ul l re ma i ns i nta c t. In e i the r c a se , the foe di e s i nsta ntl y, a nd bra i ns spl a tte r forth.

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The ha c k i ng we a pon e nte rs the sk ul l from the top, a nd a l i gne d from front to ba c k so tha t the c orpus c a l l osum
<1 0 i s se v e re d a nd the l e ft a nd ri ght he mi sphe re s of the bra i n a re se pa ra te d. Ce re brospi na l fl ui d spi l l s forth from
the ope n sk ul l , a nd the foe di e s i nsta ntl y.
The ha c k i ng we a pon e nte rs the sk ul l from the ba c k , sl i c i ng i nto the bra i n through the oc c i pi ta l l obe . The
1 0 -2 0
e y e s of the foe s pop out of the i r soc k e ts, fol l owe d by some of the fronta l c orte x. The foe di e s i nsta ntl y.
Rol l 1 d1 0 . The ha c k i ng we a pon e nte rs the sk ul l from the (1 -5 ) l e ft or (6 -1 0 ) ri ght si de of the he a d of the
>2 0
foe , sl i c i ng through the i r te mpora l l obe . The foe di e s i nsta ntl y.

Pounding Foot
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<7 The bi g toe i s brok e n. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 3 %, Agi l i ty - 3 0 %, Spri nt Spe e d - 7 0 %.
7 -1 0 1 d4 toe s a re brok e n. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 %, Agi l i ty - 6 0 %, Spri nt Spe e d - 7 5 %.
The bi g toe a nd 1 d4 toe s a re brok e n. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 7 %, Agi l i ty - 7 0 %,
1 1 -1 4
Spri nt Spe e d - 8 0 %.
1 5 -1 8 Al l toe s a re brok e n. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 8 %, Agi l i ty - 7 5 %, Spri nt Spe e d - 8 5 %.
The he e l i s sha tte re d, howe v e r, the re ma i ni ng pa rt of the foot i s sti l l a tta c he d a nd fl ops a bout.
1 9 -2 2
Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 9 %, Agi l i ty - 8 0 %, Spri nt Spe e d - 9 0 %.
The i nste p i s sha tte re d i nto (1 d1 0 0 + 1 ) pi e c e s a nd wi l l ne v e r he a l na tura l l y. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 9 %,
2 3 -2 6
Agi l i ty - 8 0 %, Spri nt Spe e d - 9 0 %.
The poundi ng we a pon sha tte rs the oute r ha l f of the foot. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 9 %, Agi l i ty - 8 0 %,

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Spri nt Spe e d - 8 5 %.

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The fi bul a i s brok e n, but the ti bi a i s unha r me d. The fi bul a i s the sma l l e r bone i n ba c k . Bodi l y
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Attra c ti v e ne ss - 1 0 %, Agi l i ty - 5 0 %.
The ti bi a i s brok e n, but the fi bul a i s unha r me d. The ti bi a i s the l a rge r bone i n front, or the ma i n l owe r l e g
9 -1 6
bone . Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 1 5 %, Agi l i ty - 5 0 %.
The fi bul a a nd ti bi a a re both fra c ture d, but not sha tte re d. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .
1 7 -2 3
Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %, Agi l i ty - 5 0 %.
>2 3 The fi bul a a nd ti bi a a re both sha tte re d i nto 2 d1 0 pi e c e s e a c h. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .

Pounding Uppe r Le g
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The pa te l l a , or k ne e bone , i s sha tte re d i nto 2 d4 pi e c e s. From now on, i f the foe l i v e s a nd wa l k s, the n thi s l e g
<1 0
wi l l ha v e a te nde nc y to be nd ba c k wa rd. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %, Agi l i ty - 5 0 %.
The fe mur i s fra c ture d, but not sha tte re d. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e . Bodi l y
1 0 -2 0
Attra c ti v e ne ss - 3 0 %, Agi l i ty - 5 0 %.
>2 0 The fe mur i s sha tte re d. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .

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The pubi c bone i s pounde d from the front. If pre gna nt, the n she e xpe ri e nc e s a n i nsta nta ne ous mi sc a rri a ge .
<1 7
Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 1 0 %.
The pubi c bone i s pounde d from the front, a nd the poundi ng we a pon ope ns the ute r us. If pre gna nt, the n she
>1 6 e xpe ri e nc e s a n i nsta nta ne ous mi sc a rri a ge . The fe ma l e se e s sta rs a nd i s stunne d for 1 d1 0 rounds. The c l i tori s
swe l l s to thri c e i ts si ze for 1 d1 0 0 da y s. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 1 0 %.

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<5 The pubi c bone i s pounde d from the front. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 1 0 %.
5 -8 The pubi c bone i s pounde d from the front a nd sha tte re d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 1 0 %.
The sc rotum i s pounde d, a nd e v e n though a te sti c l e wa s not hi t di re c tl y, one e me rge s from the sc rotum, sti l l
9 -1 2
ha ngi ng on i ts c ord. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
1 3 -1 6 A te sti c l e i s squi she d. The re i s a 1 % c ha nc e of de a th. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
1 7 -2 0 Both te sti c l e s a re squi she d. The re i s a 2 % c ha nc e of de a th. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
2 1 -2 4 The ma nhood i s squi she d a l ong i ts ba se . Whe n l i mp, the ma nhood swe l l s. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
2 5 -2 8 The gl a ns or he a d of the pe ni s i s squi she d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
>2 8 The ma nhood a nd te sti c l e s a re squi she d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.

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The gl ute us ma xi mus, k nown more c ommonl y a s the a ss, i s pounde d. If the foe i s c i v i l i ze d, the n for a spl i t-
se c ond, the y wi l l be re mi nde d of be i ng a na ughty c hi l d who wa s spa nk e d. Rol l 1 d1 0 0 . If the re sul t 0 1 -1 0 ,
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the n the ta i l bone wa s brok e n a nd i t wi l l be pa i nful for the foe to si t for 1 d1 0 months. If the re sul t wa s 1 1 -
2 0 , the n the i r re c tum, k nown more c ommonl y a s the i r a sshol e or poop-c hute , wa s pounde d.
The bl a dde r i s pounde d; the foe i s c ompe l l e d to uri na te l i k e ne v e r be fore . The foe wi l l be una bl e to sta nd or
9 -1 6
mov e the i r torso for 1 d1 0 da y s ti me s the numbe r of da ma ge poi nts ta k e n. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss -5 %.
The k i dne y i s pounde d, a nd the foe must pa ss a Dri v e sub-a bi l i ty c he c k a t TH 2 0 to a v oi d fa l l i ng to the
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1 7 -2 4 ground a nd be i ng una bl e to fi ght for 1 d1 0 se c onds. The foe wi l l be una bl e to sta nd or mov e the i r torso for
1 d1 0 da y s ti me s the numbe r of da ma ge poi nts ta k e n. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 %.
>2 4 Rol l 1 d1 0 to de te r mi ne whe the r the (1 -5 ) l e ft or (6 -1 0 ) ri ght hi p i s brok e n. The foe i s una bl e to wa l k a ga i n.

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If the foe i s fe ma l e , the n he r bre a st ha s be e n pounde d, a nd a pe r ma ne nt l ump i s (1 d1 0 0 )% l i k e l y to de v e l op.
<9 Rol l 1 d1 0 to de te r mi ne whe the r the (1 -5 ) l e ft or (6 -1 0 ) ri ght bre a st wa s pounde d. Stre ngth - 4 0 % a nd Bodi l y
Attra c ti v e ne ss - 1 0 %. If the foe i s ma l e , the n re rol l .
A ri b i s brok e n. Rol l 1 d1 0 to de te r mi ne whe the r i t wa s the foe 's (1 -5 ) l e ft or (6 -1 0 ) ri ght. The foe wi l l be
9 -1 6 una bl e to sta nd or mov e the i r torso for 1 d1 0 we e k s ti me s the numbe r of da ma ge poi nts ta k e n. Bodi l y
Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
A c l a v i c l e or c ol l a r-bone i s brok e n, whi c h i s k nown a s the most pa i nful bone i n the body to bre a k . Rol l 1 d1 0
1 7 -2 2 to de te r mi ne whe the r the (1 -5 ) l e ft or (6 -1 0 ) ri ght c l a v i c l e wa s brok e n. The a ppropri a te a r m wi l l be use l e ss
for 1 d1 0 months. Pe na l ti e s from the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e a ppl y.
The ste rnum i s sma she d a nd the he a rt pounde d. The foe di e s i n 1 d1 0 mi nute s. Duri ng the se mi nute s, the foe
>2 2
i s una bl e to mov e . Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 8 0 %.

Pounding Hand
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<1 1 The pi nk y fi nge r i s brok e n. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 1 % a nd Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - 3 %.
1 d4 fi nge rs a re brok e n i n suc c e ssi on, be gi nni ng wi th the pi nk y. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 1 % a nd Ha nd-E y e
1 1 -1 3
Coordi na ti on - (3 x)%. Le t the e xpone nt x e qua l the numbe r of fi nge rs brok e n.
(1 d6 / 2 ) fi nge rs a re brok e n i n suc c e ssi on, be gi nni ng wi th the thumb. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 1 % a nd Ha nd-
1 4 -1 6
E y e Coordi na ti on - (4 x)%. Le t the e xpone nt x e qua l the numbe r of fi nge rs brok e n.
1 7 -1 9 The pa l m i s pounde d a nd i ts i nne r bone s a re brok e n. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .
Al l fi nge rs, i nc l udi ng the thumb, a re brok e n. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 % a nd Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - 9 0 %.
2 0 -2 2
Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .
>2 2 The e nti re ha nd ha s be e n brok e n. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .

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<1 0 The ra di us i s brok e n. The a r m wi l l be use l e ss for 1 d1 0 we e k s. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .
1 0 -2 0 The ul na i s brok e n. The a r m wi l l be use l e ss for 1 d1 0 we e k s. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .
>2 0 Both the ra di us a nd ul na ha v e be e n brok e n. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .

Pounding Uppe r A r m
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The humus, whi c h i s the uppe r a r m bone , i s brok e n. The a r m wi l l be use l e ss for 1 d1 0 we e k s. Consul t the
<1 0
Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .
The humus, whi c h i s the uppe r a r m bone , i s sha tte re d i nto (1 d4 + 1 ) pi e c e s. The a r m wi l l be use l e ss for
1 0 -2 0
1 d1 0 we e k s. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .
The shoul de r ha s be e n pounde d a nd i s di sl oc a te d. The a r m wi l l be use l e ss for 1 d1 0 we e k s. Consul t the
>2 0
Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .

Pounding Fac e
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The nose i s brok e n. Bl ood gushe s a l l ov e r the fa c e of the foe , a nd the i r e y e s we l l -up wi th te a rs, ma k i ng i t
<1 0
i mpossi bl e for the m to foc us on the i r a tta c k e r for 1 d1 0 rounds. Fa c i a l Cha ri sma - 5 0 %.
1 0 -1 3 The j a w i s brok e n. The foe 's j a w fa l l s to the ground. Fa c i a l Cha ri sma - 5 0 %.
Te e th a re di sl odge d. Consi de r the si ze of the surfa c e a re a of the we a pon tha t c onne c te d wi th the te e th of
1 4 -1 9
the foe , a nd the Ae di l e must ra ndoml y de te r mi ne the numbe r of te e th tha t a re di sl odge d.

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An e y e i s pounde d. Ste re osc opi c Vi si on i s gone unl e ss he a l e d ma gi c a l l y. Rol l 1 d1 0 to de te r mi ne whe the r the
2 0 -2 3
(1 -5 ) l e ft or (6 -1 0 ) ri ght e y e i s pounde d.
>2 3 The nose i s brok e n, shov e d ba c k i nto the bra i n, a nd the foe di e s i nsta ntl y.

Pounding He ad
Roll Re s ult
The sk ul l i s c ra c k e d ope n from the top, a nd the poundi ng we a pon e nte rs the bra i n, sma shi ng i nto the pa ri e ta l
<1 0
l obe . Ce re brospi na l fl ui d spi l l s forth from the ope n sk ul l , a nd the foe di e s i nsta ntl y.
The sk ul l i s c ra c k e d ope n from the ba c k , a nd the poundi ng we a pon e nte rs the bra i n through the oc c i pi ta l
1 0 -2 0
l obe . The foe di e s i nsta ntl y.
Rol l 1 d1 0 . The poundi ng we a pon e nte rs the sk ul l from the (1 -5 ) l e ft or (6 -1 0 ) ri ght si de of the he a d of the
>2 0
foe , bl udge oni ng through the i r te mpora l l obe . The foe di e s i nsta ntl y.

Stabbing Foot
Roll Re s ult
<9 The bi g toe i s sta bbe d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 3 %, Agi l i ty - 3 0 %, Spri nt Spe e d - 7 0 %.
9 -1 6 A toe i s sta bbe d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 %, Agi l i ty - 6 0 %, Spri nt Spe e d - 7 5 %.
The he e l i s sta bbe d, howe v e r, the re ma i ni ng pa rt of the foot i s sti l l a tta c he d a nd fl ops a bout.
1 7 -2 3
Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 9 %, Agi l i ty - 8 0 %, Spri nt Spe e d - 9 0 %.
The i nste p i s sta bbe d a nd wi l l ne v e r he a l na tura l l y. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 9 %, Agi l i ty - 8 0 %, Spri nt Spe e d
>2 3
- 9 0 %.

Stabbing Lowe r Le g
Roll Re s ult
<8 The c a l f musc l e i s sta bbe d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 3 0 %, Agi l i ty - 5 0 %.
The c a l f musc l e i s sta bbe d a nd i s re mov e d wi th the sta bbi ng we a pon. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 3 0 %, Agi l i ty -
8 -1 3
5 0 %.
The shi n i s sta bbe d. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e . Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 3 0 %, Agi l i ty -
1 4 -2 0
5 0 %.
2 1 -2 5 The ti bi a i s sta bbe d. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .
The c a l c a ne a l te ndon i s sta bbe d a nd se v e re d. Thi s i s the thi c k e st, stronge st, a nd most e xpose d te ndon. It
>2 5
use d to c onne c t the c a l f musc l e to the he e l bone . Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .

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The pa te l l a , or k ne e bone , i s sta bbe d. From now on, i f the foe l i v e s a nd wa l k s, the n thi s l e g wi l l ha v e a
<1 0
te nde nc y to be nd ba c k wa rd. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 3 0 %, Agi l i ty - 5 0 %.
The ha mstri ngs a re sta bbe d, but not the fe mur. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e . Bodi l y
1 0 -2 0
Attra c ti v e ne ss - 3 0 %, Agi l i ty - 5 0 %.
>2 0 The fe mur i s sta bbe d. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .

Stabbing Groin, Fe m ale

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The pubi c bone i s sta bbe d from the front. If pre gna nt, the n she e xpe ri e nc e s a bl oody a nd i nsta nta ne ous
<1 0
mi sc a rri a ge . Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 0 %.
The sta bbi ng we a pon pe ne tra te s he r j ust a bov e he r pubi c bone a nd ope ns the ute r us. If pre gna nt, the n she
e xpe ri e nc e s a bl oody a nd i nsta nta ne ous mi sc a rri a ge , a nd i f the fe tus i s ol de r tha n 3 months, the n the ba by i s
1 0 -1 6
(1 d1 0 0 )% l i k e l y to e me rge , a t l e a st pa rti a l l y, wi th the we a pon. Wi thi n 1 d1 0 mi nute s, the a borte d fe tus i s
c ov e re d by a nts or a ppropri a te fl y i ng i nse c ts suc h a s horse fl i e s. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 0 %.
The sta bbi ng we a pon doe s not pe ne tra te he r groi n or torso, but ri ps off he r l a bi a ma j ora , or oute r v a gi na l l i ps,
1 7 -2 9
though the l a bi a mi nora a nd c l i tori s a re unha r me d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 0 %.
The sta bbi ng we a pon doe s not pe ne tra te he r groi n or torso, but ri ps off he r l a bi a ma j ora (oute r v a gi na l l i ps),
>2 9
the l a bi a mi nora (i nne r v a gi na l l i ps), a nd c l i tori s. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 0 %.

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Roll Re s ult
<7 The pubi c bone i s sta bbe d from the front. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
The sc rotum i s sta bbe d, a nd e v e n though the te sti c l e s we re not hi t di re c tl y, the y a re ha ngi ng out of the
7 -1 0
sc rotum. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
1 1 -1 4 A te sti c l e i s sta bbe d. The re i s a 1 % c ha nc e tha t the foe di e s i nsta ntl y. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
A te sti c l e a nd the v a s de fe re ns a re sta bbe d. The re i s a 2 % c ha nc e tha t the foe di e s i nsta ntl y. Bodi l y
1 5 -1 8
Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
Both te sti c l e s, a nd the sc rotum, a re sta bbe d. The re i s a 3 % c ha nc e tha t the foe di e s i nsta ntl y. Bodi l y
1 9 -2 2
Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
2 3 -2 6 The ma nhood i s sta bbe d i n the sha ft. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
>2 6 The gl a ns, or pe ni s he a d, i s sta bbe d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.

Stabbing Lowe r Tors o

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The bl a dde r i s sta bbe d; bl ood a nd uri ne spi l l forth. The foe wi l l be una bl e to sta nd or mov e the i r torso for
<1 0
1 d1 0 da y s ti me s the numbe r of da ma ge poi nts ta k e n. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
The k i dne y i s sta bbe d; bl ood a nd uri ne spi l l forth. The foe wi l l be una bl e to sta nd or mov e the i r torso for
1 0 -2 0
1 d1 0 da y s ti me s the numbe r of da ma ge poi nts ta k e n. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 0 %.
The spi na l c ord i s sta bbe d. The re i s a (1 d1 0 0 )% c ha nc e tha t the foe i s pa ra l y ze d pe r ma ne ntl y be l ow thi s
>2 0
poi nt. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - (1 d1 0 )%.

Stabbing Uppe r Tors o

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If the foe i s fe ma l e , the n he r bre a st ha s be e n sta bbe d. If pre gna nt, the n mi l k squi rts upon i mpa c t. Rol l 1 d1 0
<1 0 to de te r mi ne whe the r the (1 -5 ) l e ft or (6 -1 0 ) ri ght bre a st wa s ha c k e d. Stre ngth - 4 0 % a nd Bodi l y
Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 0 %. If the foe i s ma l e , the n re rol l .
A l ung i s sta bbe d. Rol l 1 d1 0 to de te r mi ne whe the r i t wa s the foe 's (1 -5 ) l e ft or (6 -1 0 ) ri ght. Di v i de the
numbe r of da ma ge poi nts by the pote nti a l BPP a nd mul ti pl y by 1 0 0 . Thi s i s the pe rc e nti l e c ha nc e tha t the
1 0 -2 0 sta bbe d l ung fi l l s wi th bl ood a nd the foe di e s i n 1 d1 0 mi nute s, drowni ng i n the i r own bl ood. The foe wi l l be
una bl e to sta nd or mov e the i r torso for 1 d1 0 we e k s ti me s the numbe r of da ma ge poi nts ta k e n. Bodi l y
Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 0 %.
>2 0 The he a rt i s sta bbe d through the ri b c a ge . The foe di e s i n 1 d6 mi nute s. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 0 %.

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Roll Re s ult
<9 The pi nk y fi nge r i s sta bbe d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 1 % a nd Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - 3 %.
9 -1 2 The ri ng fi nge r i s sta bbe d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 1 % a nd Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - 3 %.
1 3 -1 6 The mi ddl e fi nge r i s sta bbe d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 1 % a nd Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - 3 %.
1 7 -2 0 The i nde x fi nge r i s sta bbe d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 1 % a nd Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - 3 %.
2 1 -2 4 The thumb i s sta bbe d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 1 % a nd Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - 3 %.
The pa l m i s sta bbe d. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 % a nd Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - 9 0 %. Consul t the
>2 4
Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .

Stabbing Lowe r A r m
Roll Re s ult
The l owe r a r m ha s be e n sta bbe d i n the wri st. Unl e ss ba nda ge d, thi s wound wi l l be fa ta l wi thi n 2 d1 0 mi nute s
<1 0
due to l oss of bl ood. Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 2 %.
1 0 -2 0 The l owe r a r m ha s be e n sta bbe d. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rts ta bl e .
>2 0 The l owe r a r m ha s be e n sta bbe d i n the e l bow. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .

Stabbing Uppe r A r m
Roll Re s ult
<1 0 The uppe r a r m ha s be e n sta bbe d. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .
The uppe r a r m ha s be e n sta bbe d i n the hume r us. The a r m wi l l be use l e ss for 1 d1 0 we e k s. Stre ngth - 6 0 %,
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Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss - 5 0 %, Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on - 9 0 %, a nd Agi l i ty - 3 0 %.
>2 0 The uppe r a r m ha s be e n sta bbe d a t the shoul de r. Consul t the Use l e ss/Mi ssi ng Body Pa rt ta bl e .

Stabbing Fac e
Roll Re s ult
The nose i s sta bbe d. Bl ood gushe s a l l ov e r the fa c e of the foe , a nd the i r e y e s we l l -up wi th te a rs, ma k i ng i t
<1 0
i mpossi bl e for the m to foc us on the i r a tta c k e r for 1 d1 0 rounds. Fa c i a l Cha ri sma - 5 0 %.
1 0 -1 6 The c he e k i s sta bbe d. The foe 's c he e k fa l l s to the ground. Fa c i a l Cha ri sma - 5 0 %.
Te e th a re di sl odge d. Consi de r the si ze of the surfa c e a re a of the we a pon tha t c onne c te d wi th the te e th of
1 7 -2 2
the foe , a nd the Ae di l e must ra ndoml y de te r mi ne the numbe r of te e th tha t a re di sl odge d.
An e y e i s sta bbe d. Ste re osc opi c Vi si on i s gone unl e ss he a l e d ma gi c a l l y. Rol l 1 d1 0 to de te r mi ne whe the r the
>2 2 (1 -5 ) l e ft or (6 -1 0 ) ri ght e y e i s sta bbe d. The re i s a 9 0 % c ha nc e tha t the foe di e s i nsta ntl y. De pe ndi ng on the
l e ngth of the we a pon, the bra i n ma y be sta bbe d a s we l l .

Stabbing He ad
Roll Re s ult
The sk ul l i s punc ture d from the top, a nd the sta bbi ng we a pon e nte rs the bra i n, pe ne tra ti ng i nto the pa ri e ta l
<1 0
l obe . Ce re brospi na l fl ui d spi l l s forth from the ope n sk ul l , a nd the foe di e s i nsta ntl y.
The sk ul l i s punc ture d from the ba c k , a nd the sta bbi ng we a pon e nte rs the bra i n through the oc c i pi ta l l obe .
1 0 -2 0
The foe di e s i nsta ntl y.
Rol l 1 d1 0 . The sta bbi ng we a pon e nte rs the sk ul l from the (1 -5 ) l e ft or (6 -1 0 ) ri ght si de of the he a d of the
>2 0
foe , pe ne tra ti ng the i r te mpora l l obe . The foe di e s i nsta ntl y.

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 Fumbles Over-extension: This is the misfortune of
a character misjudging their blow or foe and forcing
A fumble is an extreme failure regarding a
themselves or their weapon too far. Examples in-
skill check. This section, however, is a guide to
clude the following:
fumbles regarding attack skill checks, although the
• Hammer, War: This bludgeoner is swung too
concept generally applies to other skills as well. Any-
far forward, effectively hitting the foe only with the
time a skill check is made and the result is 6 or less
pole portion for no lasting damage. The foe gains
before any modifications occur, a Fumble has oc-
an additional attack on the fumbler as they realize
curred. Roll 1d100 and consult the table below to
what just happened.
determine the General Cause of the Fumble. Note
• Maul: Angered at their foe, the fumbler
that these results must be applied with good judg-
swings their maul wildly, too wildly. The weight of
ment. For instance, an unarmored chambermaid
the weapon forces the fumbler to take a compen-
may Fumble while attacking a character, and the re-
sating step forward and still another in the direction
sult indicates that the Fumble is due to an armor
of the follow-through to regain control of the
anomaly, though this particular chambermaid does
weapon. During this unfortunate fumble, the foe
not wear armor or fallible equipment. In such non-
gains a free attack, the opportunity to plunge their
sensical cases, reroll as necessary.
weapon into the exposed back of the fumbler.
• Polearm, Awl Pike: Counting on the distance
Fum ble s between the fumbler and their foe for safety, the
Roll Re s ult
01 Puni she d by the Gods
worst mistake the fumbler can make is overshoot-
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0 2 -1 7 O v e r-e xte nsi on ing their foe with the tip of this polearm. The foe
1 8 -3 3 Unde r-e xte nsi on rushes the fumbler for an additional attack with glee.
3 4 -4 9 Loss of gri p upon the we a pon • Scourge: While the leather connects, the
5 0 -6 5 Loss of ba l a nc e barbs of the fumbler’s scourge overshoot their tar-
6 6 -8 4 E nv i ronme nta l c a use
8 5 -1 0 0 Ar mor a noma l y
get so the fumbler does no lasting damage at all.
Meanwhile, if possible the foe gains an additional
attack.
• Sword, Short: While attacking a foe, the fum-
Interpretive Guide bler thrusts too far with their short sword, tempo-
Punished by the Gods: Whenever some- rarily over-extending themselves before their foe.
things go terribly wrong, many characters blame the Seizing the opportunity, the foe gains a free attack
gods. attempt at the extended arm of the fumbler.
• The ceiling collapses on the unfortunate • Sword, Zweihander: As this heavy blade is
character. slow to swing, the fumbler misjudges their foe’s per-
• A building topples onto the character. ceived position. As the blade swings, the fumbler
• Lightning strikes, as per the spell. wrongly steps closer to compensate and with the
• A magical gate from ages past has been trig- majority of the blade behind them, connects so awk-
gered. wardly and slowly that no lasting damage is done.
• A random god has been watching the charac- The foe, however, gains an additional attack on the
ter, and is or has been offended greatly. The god fumbler now.
kills the character. • Whip: Temporarily the fumbler’s timing is
• If Brawling, then this character punched a off in their technique as the snap of the whip oc-
hard target of the foe, such as their teeth, and broke curs too late, not harming the foe at all. If possible,
1d4 knuckles. The foe takes full damage, but the the foe gains an additional attack.
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 Under-extension: This is the accident of Loss of Grip: More common than one
the fumbler misjudging their blow or foe by under- probably thinks in combat, weapons get dropped
estimation or the application of too little force. and not purposively. Examples of this annoying
• Bows: Surges of adrenaline and their result- and infuriating phenomenon follow:
ant valleys of such an absence in the veins of the • Sweaty palms: Well, in this case sweaty palms
fumbler sometimes occur with poor timing. At this don’t mean money, but lubrication, and undesirable
moment, the fumbler hurries to release 2 arrows lubrication at that! The fumbler must remember to
against their menacing foes, though their finger slips wipe their hands off now and then! Their weapon
and releases an arrow too soon. The flight arrow flies from their hand, and it may be dangerous to
hardly flies into the air, traveling only a few yards retrieve it.
before falling to the ground, well short of its target. • Leather Grips: The leather grip gave/broke/
• Fists: The fumbler misjudged and punched twisted at an inopportune moment. Just the
the air shy of their foe with all of their might, con- fumbler’s luck. The fumbler tosses their weapon
fident they would connect and failing to predict the and it may be dangerous to retrieve it.
last minute shift in the foe’s position. Punching air • If Brawling, then the brawler’s wrist is
without reserve sure hurt the fumbler’s arm. As the sprained. Although they did not lose their grip, their
fumbler recovers, the foe gains an additional attack fist had a poor angle to their forearm upon contact,
on them. and the wrist was snapped.
• Sword, Zweihander: Well aware of this heavy
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habitually steps and simultaneously leans back with other, the character loses their balance. Examples
the weapon to counter that possible mistake, to pro- of this unlucky and unfortunate effect follow:
portion their mass as a better fulcrum. Further, the • Personal slip: The character misjudges their
fumbler does not want to wind up too far. Hence, footing, misplaces a foot, and falls to the ground.
their mistake this time is that the blade fails to get The foe takes this opportunity to make a free at-
good momentum, follow-through, or projection. tack. Next round, if still alive, the character is back
Unfortunately, the slow blade passes far from its on their feet.
intended victim very predictably. The foe gains an • Unexpected bump: The foe, or another
extra attack, the opportunity to maneuver around character, unexpectedly bumps the fumbler, caus-
the large blade and thrust their weapon into the fum- ing a loss of balance. The character falls to the
bler. ground. The foe takes this opportunity to make a
free attack. Next round, if still alive, the fumbler is
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 Environmental Cause: These fumbles can Armor Anomaly: Incidents involving armor
be frustrating because they usually originate beyond or equipment may occur only by 1 or both parties
the character’s control, typically due to weather, ter- simultaneously. Examples follow:
rain, or simple distractions. Examples follow: • My Shield!: Look damnit, I went to move
• Wind: The biting winds shift quickly during my shield to protect against a blow I was ready for,
an unfortunate moment, forcing the character to but the damned thing hung up on (my shoulder plate,
lose their poise. A move of the character is foiled, or whatever) at the last second and I couldn’t move
and the foe takes the opportunity to make a free it to the right place to defend. He got an additional
attack. attack out of the deal and skewered me.
• Foot Fumble: Beneath one’s foot the (mud, • My Armor: My damned (straps for some
snow, etc.) causes the character to lose their footing. certain plates, links of some important chains, etc.)
The character falls to the ground. The foe takes gave way at the wrong moment as I twisted just so
this opportunity to make a free attack. Next round, in the fight. When the plates fell off (or my helmet
if still alive, the character must pass an Agility sub- shifted, whatever) it cost me as he gained an addi-
ability check at TH 17 to be back on their feet. tional attack.
• Vision: (Snow, rain, sand, hail, sweat, blood, • Our Armor: The armor of both the fum-
hair, etc.) gets into the character’s eyes, forcing them bler and their foe locks up on each other as they
to have to wipe their eyes during combat. Aware of make momentary contact. It takes them 1d4 rounds
the momentary inconvenience, the foe gains an ex- to break free, during which time the foe gains an
tra attack and lunges forward with the opportunity additional attack on the fumbler.
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of hitting the fumbler. • My Equipment: As the fumbler lunges for-

• Distraction: Nearby something occurs (a ward, their backpack must have come open because
companion says something, drops unconscious, the a torch flew forward, bopping them in the back of
fumbler swears they hear something behind them, the head on its way to the ground. Yep, my buddy
was that lightning in the distance?, etc.). Normally though, this thief, has moved for a backstab but when
unaffected by such trivialities, this one captures the he jumped in on the foe, his belt pouch that was
fumbler’s attention, though only for a second. It is filled with coins shifted and hit him squarely in the
during this second the foe gains an additional at- nards. Turns out he was the one surprised when his
tack, the opportunity to wound the character. intended victim turned on him with an additional
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 Character Death Decomposition: Several stages of decom-
When a character dies, usually they are per- position are noted below:
manently dead. However, if others care for the dead · Initial Decay: Initially, the carcass
character and are either capable of powerful magic appears fresh externally, but is decompos-
or have the necessary funds to pay for the casting ing internally. The skin begins to display a
of revivification, it is possible though difficult to re- greenish discoloration. This period is from
turn from the dead. If the character is unable to be the time of death until about 2 days after-
revivified, the character sheet must be passed to the ward. A brownish-black band on the eyes is
Aedile for review, and many things may happen: the noticeable after 24 hours.
character sheet may be returned to the owner for · Putrefaction: Roughly 2-14 days
the memories, it may instead be ripped up to pre- after death, the cadaver or corpse becomes
vent further adventuring with a dead character, their swollen by gas produced internally, and is
possessions may be distributed to others nearby, etc. accompanied by the odor of decaying flesh.
Most humanoid cultures do not bury or embalm Marbling of the blood vessels is visible
the deceased, but instead cremate them. Below are through the skin. At this time, several dif-
some facts about death: ferent insects are attracted to a corpse,
Livor Mortis: The color of the skin of a namely blow flies and flesh flies. The fe-
carcass begins to turn reddish-purple to purple male blow flies lay their eggs on the body,
within 30 minutes to 2 hours, and the discoloration especially around the natural orifices such
of the corpse is complete in roughly 8-12 hours. as the nose, eyes, ears, anus, vagina, and pe-

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This discoloration is a definitive sign of death. nis. If the body is wounded, the eggs are
Rigor Mortis: This is a gradual stiffening also laid in each wound. After 1-2 weeks,
of the muscles consistent with the position of the maggots will be seen crawling. Flesh flies
body. Rigor mortis, like livor mortis, is a definitive do not lay eggs, but deposit larvae instead,
sign of death. Eventually, the body will become which live on the dead tissue.
limp again due to decomposition. The onset of · Black Putrefaction: From 14-20
rigor mortis is influenced by many factors including days after death, the flesh becomes creamy
disease processes, effects of violent exercise, tem- and the body collapses as gases escape. The
perature, poisoning, and electrocution. In cold tem- body turns a uniform greenish-black, and
peratures, a carcass will be stiff from 8-36 hours the original skin color may be impossible to
after death before becoming limp again. In warm discern at this point. The odor of decay is
temperatures, a carcass will be stiff between 3-8 very strong. A bloody purge of fluid often
hours after death. Small muscles are affected first. occurs through the nostrils and other ori-
The typical order is the jaw, followed by the upper fices.
appendages, followed by the lower appendages. Ju- · Butyric Fermentation: From 20-60
veniles and the elderly develop less rigor mortis. days after death, the corpse is drying out.
Algor Mortis: Immediately upon death, the Some flesh remains and a cheesy odor de-
body temperature begins to adjust to the surround- velops. Beetles are attracted to the exposed
ing environment, usually cooling down. However, bones.
after putrefaction begins (about 2 days after death - · Dry Decay: From 2-18 months af-
- see below), body temperature increases again due ter death, the cadaver is almost dry and there
to the activity of decomposing organisms. is a slow rate of decay.

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What exactly is magic? How does it func- Possibly weightless, ether is small enough
tion? Most characters believe that magic exists, but that it has never been observed with the eye. It is
are unaware of magical theories and practices. Stem- distinct from the other elements. Nonetheless,
ming from ignorance or misconceptions, uncertainty scholars of the arcane have predicted successfully
with magic may cause characters to react negatively how ether acts and interacts both with and among
to casters. Reactions may range from avoidance or the elements. Of interest to many hierophants, the
scorn to banishment or murder. Generally, charac- spirit is also considered to be subsumed by ether.
ters react unfavorably to sorcerers, have indifference The 5 elements are often represented by a
or awe-inspired respect for mages and druids, and pentagram. Pentagrams are worn usually with a
react differently to hierophants depending on the single point facing upward, symbolizing the power
god worshipped. Magical theory will only be ex- of the mind, as ether or spirit, working creatively
plained biefly here, avoiding detail. with matter. When worn upside down, the penta-
gram symbolizes the power of the mind hidden
within matter. A caster is a character who attempts
The Fifth Element to manipulate the fifth element, and through it, usu-
ally the other elements as well.
An ancient philosopher1 posited that 4 ele-
Although the elements may combine in in-
ments are the basis of all matter: air, earth, fire, and
finite combinations and proportions, following is
water (for more information, see the Chemistry skill
an illustration to elucidate the most common mix-
in Chap. 8: Skills). Soon thereafter, a philosopher2
tures.
added the fifth element -- ether.
1. Empedocles of Agrigentum (490 - 430 B.C.E.) first asserted the 4-element model of nature.
2. Aristotle added the 5th element. For more information, see the References section at the end of this book.

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Few who are educated and familiar with ether nel. The understanding of the general populace is
will argue against its existence1. Theoretically, ether that magic is an explanation for misfortune; more
reacts as though it is infinitely small and without any specifically, any form of misfortune is likely to be
observable effects from weight, sound, or light, other blamed on the witchcraft of sorcerers.
than conductivity. However, ether does react to A philosopher asserted a theory that has
metals2. More specifically, only a portion of ether is helped to explain the reaction of ether and metal.
affected. Current theories hold that ether is com- He claimed that ether is comprised of indivisible
prised of components, such as magic and spiritual- particles. The magical or arcane particle in ether is
ity. However, only the magical component of ether termed mana. Meanwhile, a particle common only
reacts with metals. to metals is referred to as a defigere3. It is hypoth-
Magic is defined as a technique grounded in esized that substantial amounts of defigere within
a belief in powers located in the soul and the sur- an inch or 2 of mana (magical energy) inhibit the
rounding universe, a technique that aims at impos- chances of mana functioning properly. As the metal
ing willpower on nature or others. Mana, which is and mana separate, the mana reacts more normally.
magical power, is freely available in ether. From the It is for this reason that casters avoid wearing or
perspective of a caster, mana needs a vessel or a carrying much metal such as armor.
channel; casters seek to be or control such a chan-

1. Amazingly, Aristotle’s incorrect postulate of ether was supported for thousands of years.
2. The interaction of ether and metal has no basis in historical fact, and has been invented for the playability of magic in
F.A.T.A.L.
3. Defigere means to fasten or fix, and to curse. Historically, defigere related to religion and magic. In F.A.T.A.L., defigere is
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 In general, the heavier and more solid the Spell failure due to defigere results in a wasted
metal, the more defigere it seems to possess. Since spell, in which Magic Points (MP) are expended and
no character can see or physically measure mana and the effect of the spell does not occur.
defigere, it is impossible to declare exactly how many Many magical scholars have attempted un-
of the particles cause what effect. However, the successfully to isolate a single mana. The study of
estimated proportions seem correct. The effects the reactions of a single mana would be interesting,
of defigere on mana are constant and with few ex- as theories about minimum magical effects could
ceptions. Anytime 1 pound or more of metal is finally gain evidential support. While so far this
close to a caster and a spell is cast, the caster must seems impossible due to the smallness of the par-
consult the following 2 tables: ticle, it is clear that collections of these particles re-
act to certain stimuli.
D e fige re There are 2 methods of magic that have been
Me tal Es tim ate d D e fige re pe r Pound discovered: ceremonial and chaos. These methods
Le a d 13 are described below.
Ca rbon Ste e l 7.9
Iron 6.3
Bronze 1.8
Gol d 1.4 Ceremonial Magic
Coppe r 1.05
As scholars study theories to learn about the
Si l v e r 1
manipulation of mana within ether, they are engaged
in ceremonial magic. Only mages cast ceremonial
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Spe ll Failure magic, though sages and philosophers may study

Es tim ate d D e fige re Chanc e of Spe ll Failure ether as well.
<1 1 0% Ceremonial magic is not necessarily con-
1 1 -2 5 1% cerned with elaborate ceremonies, but an orderly
2 6 -7 5 2% and scholarly approach to magic. All spells that may
7 6 -1 5 0 4% be cast by practitioners of ceremonial magic may
1 5 1 -3 0 0 8%
3 0 1 -6 0 0 16% be cast using the same chant, ingredient, and ritual,
6 0 1 -1 2 0 0 32% regardless of which individual mage casts the spell.
1 2 0 1 -2 4 0 0 64% For each spell to be cast in ceremonial magic, the
>2 4 0 0 100% formula comprised of chant, ingredient, and ritual
must be performed with precision. Failure to do so
results in spell failure.
To determine whether or not a caster is suc- The relationship between the mana of the 5
cessful at casting a spell, consider the number of elements has led to the development of different
pounds of metal, consult the table above entitled disciplines of study. Each discipline entails a differ-
‘Defigere’, and determine the number of defigere ent elemental relationship, 1 discipline per element:
that may inhibit the caster. For example, if a mage air, earth, ether, fire, and water. Scholars of each
named Redemund were to wear 4-in-1 chainmail ar- discipline study these relationships to determine pre-
mor, which contains 316 defigere (40 pounds for 4- dictable patterns and reactions. In so doing, mages
in-1 chainmail armor multiplied times 7.9 defigere use magic by replicating experimental practices,
per pound of carbon steel), then whenever which usually involve recitation of magical phrasing
Redemund attempts to cast any spell, he has a 16% of Ephesia Grammata, ingredients, and rituals. Some
chance of spell failure. If he rolls 16 or less on of these ceremonies last for several days and nights.
1d100, then the spell fizzles. If, however, Redemund Regardless of its complexity, the information to cast
rolls 17 or better, then the spell is cast normally. spells is recorded in books; a grimoire is a magical
For this reason, most casters distance themselves book. Only mages, however, utilize grimoires.
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Chaos Magic Priestly spellcasting is often perceived as personal
or sacred between the priest and their faith. Each
Aside from mages, all other casters utilize
time a priest becomes able to cast a new spell, the
chaos magic1, though few, if any, use this term.
Aedile must determine whether or not a chant, in-
Essentially, practioners of chaos magic posit that
gredient, and ritual are necessary (see below). If a
the relationship differs between each caster and the
chant is necessary, then it is accomplished by the
universe. Due to this difference, what works for
priest speaking in tongues. Speaking in tongues, also
one caster may not work for another. To practitio-
called glossolalia, is not understood by others, but
ners of chaos magic, the most powerful component
consists of a priest opening their mouth while medi-
is the will. Sorcerers and priests utilize chaos magic
tating and allowing spirits or powers of the religion
instead of studying mana theories.
to shape the words. Priestly chaos magic is more
Sorcerers discover how to cast spells on ac-
appropriately referred to as theurgia. Theurgical
cident. Usually unaware of and disinterested in mana
magic, a subdivision of chaos magic, is magic that
theories, most sorcerers seem superstitious about
in-herently involves a religious aspect.
their magic. In addition to accidental discovery, it is
Many creatures have in-
also possible to teach sorcery to others, though
nate relationships with mana
the first precept taught to the
and are capable of causing
student is that the exact method
specific magical effects;
that works for the teacher will
such creatures may not,
probably not work for the student.
without study, utilize
More than anything, instruction fo-

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other magical effects.
cuses on self-exploration. In any case,
For variations of this
each time a sorcerer becomes able to
reason, many crea-
cast a new spell, the player must deter-
tures endowed
mine whether or not a chant, ingredient,
with magic may
and ritual are necessary (see below).
use limited selec-
Priests receive spells either di-
tions of spells -
rectly from their god, or from an
- they are un-
attendant entity. In either case,
able to cast
spells are granted to a priest in
spells avail-
return for their faith, worship,
able to
and devotion. Most priests re-
m a g e s.
ceive instructions during
Some do
prayer to
not need to
their god.
cast spells,
Ty p i c a l l y,
but simply
gods in-
will their
for m their
effect to
priests of
happen.
what ingre-
dients and
chants are
necessary to
cast a spell.

1. Chaos Magic has been referenced from a publication by Phil Hine entitled “Oven-Ready Chaos” as a summary on the
subject. Chaos Magic is useful to F.A.T.A.L. due to its flexibility, and it is appropriate due to the diversity of historical magical
systems. For more information, see the References section at the end of this book.

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 Chants For each character in the chant, roll 1d100.
Chants1 in ceremonial magic are predeter- Consult the following table:
mined, if necessary, and listed with each spell de- Roll Sound Exam ple
scription. Although ceremonial magic often utilizes 0 1 -0 4 A ‘ Ah’ a s i n fa the r
chants, the words are not determined randomly. 0 5 -0 7 A’ ‘ Ae ’ a s i n ha te
Instead, chants are the result of a consistent and 0 8 -0 9 B ‘ B’ a s i n boy
elaborate magical language called Ephesia 1 0 C ‘ Ts’ a s i n c a ts
1 1 -1 3 D ‘ D’ a s i n dog
Grammata, which literally means magical words. For 14 D’ ‘ Dy ’ a s i n woul d y ou
more information on Ephesia Grammata, see Chapter 15 D^ ‘ Dz’ a s i n woods
6: Sociality. 1 6 -1 9 E ‘ E ’ a s i n e l bow
Chants in chaos magic are, for game pur- 2 0 -2 4 E' ‘ E e ’ a s i n e a sy
poses, randomly determined sequences of charac- 2 5 -2 6 F ‘ F’ a s i n from
2 7 -2 8 G ‘ G’ a s i n go
ters. To sorcerers, it is the result of their self-explo- 2 9 -3 0 H ‘ H’ a s i n horri bl e
ration. To priests, it is the result of speaking in 31 H’ ‘ Hua h’ a s i n hurra h
tongues. Priests usually utter chants aloud, while 3 2 -3 4 I ‘ I’ a s i n l i ti ga ti on
sorcerers often whisper or hiss their chants. In an- 3 5 -3 7 I’ ‘ Ie ’ a s i n pi e
cient times, a chant was called klesis, meaning invo- 3 8 -3 9 J ‘ J’ a s i n j ump
4 0 -4 1 K ‘ K’ a s i n tok e n
cation. 4 2 -4 3 L ‘ L’ a s i n l ust
If the chant is interrupted or phrased in- 44 L’ ‘ Ly ’ a s i n l y e (i f sa i d softl y )
correctly for any reason, then consult Appendix 3: 4 5 -4 6 M ‘ M’ a s i n mothe r
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Random Magical Effects. It is possible for a caster to 4 7 -4 8 N ‘ N’ a s i n noon

attempt to cast a spell, and experiment by slightly 4 9 N ’ ‘ Ny ’ a s i n oni on
5 0 -5 2 O ‘ O ’ a s i n obe y
altering the chant. If at least 90% of the chant is 53 O’ ‘ Wo’ a s i n won’ t
voiced correctly, then the intended spell effect still 5 4 -5 5 P ‘ P’ a s i n put
occurs, in addition to the random magical effect. If 56 Q ‘ Q’ a s i n qui c k
the same chant is altered as before, a spell will pro- 5 7 -6 0 R ‘ R’ a s i n r u g
duce the same random magical effect. 6 1 R ’ ‘ Rr’ rol l e d a s i n Ri c o
6 2 -6 3 S ‘ S’ a s i n sow
The chance of a chant being necessary to 64 S’ ‘ Sh’ a s i n shi p
cast a spell using chaos magic is 75%. To determine 6 5 -6 9 T ‘ T’ a s i n t a k e
a chant for a spell for a sorcerer or priest, roll 3d10 70 T’ ‘ Ty ’ a s i n must y ou
and subtract the result from 33; this is the number 7 1 -7 3 U ‘ O o’ a s i n fool
7 4 -7 5 U^ ‘ U’ a s i n book
of characters, including spaces, in the chant.
7 6 -7 7 U’ ‘ Uh’ a s i n but
78 V ‘ V’ a s i n v i ol e nt
79 W ‘ W’ a s i n we a pon
80 X ‘ Cs’ a s i n e c sta sy
8 1 -8 2 Y ‘ Y ’ a s i n y our
83 Z ‘ Z ’ a s i n zoo
84 Z’ ‘ Z h’ a s i n pl e a sure
8 5 -1 0 0 Bl a nk Spa c e

1. For the sake of ease, it is recommended that chants are created by using a program called the Fatal Chant Generator, which
is available free from Fatal Games. This program may be downloaded from the Website: www.fatalgames.com.

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The chance that ingredients are necessary Certain compounds, or combinations
to cast a spell of chaos magic is determined ran- thereof, produce specific magical effects. Spells are
domly for each spell upon acquisition. First, roll good examples of magical effects, though exacting
1d100 to determine the percentile chance of need- the specific effects may be difficult to impossible
ing 1 or more ingredients. Then, roll 1d100 again. depending on the specific spell and the experience
If the results are greater than the previous roll, then of the caster. For instance, the power or degree of
ingredients are unnecessary. the effect of many spells increases predictably with
If it is determined that 1 or more ingredi- the experience of the caster. Conversely, some spells
ents are necessary, then roll 1d4 to determine the are favored for their unpredictable qualities, though
number of necessary ingredients. Proceed to Ap- usually these are never totally unpredictable, but lim-
pendix 5: Ingredients. ited by certain boundary conditions.
It is possible for a caster to attempt to cast a The duration of magical effects varies con-
spell, even if the wrong ingredients are used. If siderably, from split-second to permanent. For ex-
similar ingredients are substituted, subject to the ample, magical items are items that have been im-
Aedile’s discretion, then consult Appendix 3: Random bued with mana. The duration of these effects is
Magical Effects in addition to the spell effect. Actual not fully understood, but it quickly becomes a com-
ingredients are considered similar to listed ingredi- plicated topic. Sometimes the experience of the
ents if they are common to the same class of ob- caster has a significant effect upon duration, but
jects. For example, if a severed arm is listed, then a more often it is relative to the spell and its specific

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severed leg may be substituted, since they are both application.
appendages. However, the Aedile is the final arbiter As most casters become more experienced
of whether or not ingredients are considered simi- with magic, their accuracy and performance tend to
lar. If the same ingredient is substituted as before, improve. Typically, experience of the caster extends
then a spell will produce the same random magical the range and duration, expands the area, and in-
effect. creases the potency of the magical effects.
Those who work with magic observe that
Ritual dawn and dusk are magical times, since they divide
A ritual is a magical formula that must be fundamentals such as day and night, light and dark.
followed for a spell to be successful, though not all During the setting or rising sun, or more specifi-
spells require a ritual. The chance that a ritual is cally, while the sun touches the horizon, all magical
necessary to cast a spell of chaos magic is 10% per effects cast during this time are enhanced by 10%.
spell level. The nature of the ritual is determined Likewise, the transitions between seasons are magi-
by the Aedile after the chant and ingredients have cal times. For instance, the transition between fall
been determined. Aediles are encouraged to be cre- and winter is a 24-hour period when the air is more
ative and inventive, but above all appropriate. Ges- dangerously charged with mana than at any other
tures are ritualistic and, even though part of chaos time and many spirits take advantage of this, roam-
magic, must be performed correctly. Although the ing freely. All magical effects cast on this day are
rituals in chaos magic are usually shorter than those enhanced by 50%. Otherwise, the transition from
in ceremonial magic, all magic is often hard work; spring to summer is also markedly potent. All magi-
rituals may require hours, even days, of concentrated cal effects cast on this day are enhanced by 40%,
effort. In ancient times, the ritual or magical for- while the other 2 seasonal transitions merit magical
mula was sometimes called teletai, literally meaning enhancements of 25%.
celebrations of mysteries. Later, the term praxis
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 Further, those proficient in magic know that Multiple Magical Effects
knowledge of the true name, the birthname, of an-
Magical effects are caused by gods, innate
other is synonymous with power over that charac-
magical abilities, spells, or magical items. A target is
ter. Oftentimes, the true name of the target crea-
the designated object or center of a magical effect.
ture is required to cast spells that affect a specific
Multiple magical effects may affect a target, how-
character. More often, though, a popular magical
ever the result of multiple magical effects on a single
theory known as the Theory of Contagion states
target depends on several things.
that a magical relationship exists between a part and
Numerical magical effects are additive if the
its whole, even after separation. Therefore, sepa-
same target is affected by 2 or more of the same
rated items such as locks of hair, old clothing, and
magical effect, though they may be applied by dif-
nail clippings are useful to a caster for affecting a
ferent casters of differing occupational levels. If
specific character. However, imitative magic is also
the same target is affected by different yet similar
common. Imitative magic utilizes a symbol to rep-
magical effects, then the magical effects are also ad-
resent the real-world counterpart. Often, the sym-
ditive. If 2 or more identical non-numerical effects
bol consists of a doll, painting, model, or actor.
are applied such as Force Fear, then they will not
accumulate. Following are 2 examples:
By slim odds, a berserker has acquired 3
magical items with the same imbued magical effect:
bracers, a girdle, and a poleaxe. This magical effect
is Regeneration, which heals 1 LP of damage per
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minute while in contact with any of these 3 magical

items. Because numeric and similar effects are addi-
tive, any character who simultaneously touches these
3 magical items will heal 3 LP of damage while in
contact, which equates to 1 LP per 20 seconds.
An anakim chieftain of a barbarian tribe has
acquired 2 magical items from a recent raid: a buck-
ler and a cloak. Without knowing whether or not
the buckler and cloak are magical, the anakim straps
the buckler to his forearm and dons the cloak. The
Buckler of Lesser Vulnerability to Fire causes any
character in contact to suffer 150% of any fire-based
damage. The Cloak of Greater Vulnerability to Fire
causes any character in contact to suffer 300% of
any fire-based damage. The numerical magical ef-
fects are added together. The combined magical
effect is 450% vulnerability to fire-based damage
while the anakim contacts both the buckler and
cloak.
If a magical effect is applied to a target and
this effect conflicts with a previous magical effect,
which is currently in effect on the same target, then
the outcome may be negation between the magical
effects, the magical effect of greater precedence, or
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A knight is wielding a Zweihander of Force cibility to Cold takes precedence because Greater
Fearlessness. He fails his Wisdom ability check and Vulnerability to Cold is spell level 4 while Invincibil-
is henceforth fearless while in contact with this ity to Cold is spell level 8. Hypothetically, if both
sword, and while a conflicting magical effect is not spell levels are equal, then the magical effect created
applied. However, a sorcerer casts Force Fear on by a caster of higher occupational level takes prece-
the fearless knight. The knight also fails this Wis- dence over a magical effect created by a caster of
dom ability check to avoid fear. Since conflicting lower occupational level. If both spell levels are
magical effects, Force Fear and Force Fearlessness, equal and if the occupational level of the casters are
affect the knight, a negation occurs between the 2 the same, then precedence is decided by comparing
conflicting magical effects. While the knight is af- AP. If spell level, caster level, and AP do not differ
fected by conflicting magical effects, he is unaffected between the casters involved, then the result is ne-
by either magical effect. If the knight becomes af- gation; neither effect occurs.
fected by yet another magical effect of fear or fear- Once upon a time, there was a little whore
lessness, then the knight would be affected accord- named Innocentia. Her natural Debauchery was 28.
ingly. When the sorcerer’s Force Fear spell ends, However, her jealous boyfriend gave her a Ring of
the knight becomes fearless once again, assuming Diminished Debauchery, which magically decreased
he is still in contact with this sword. her Debauchery by 6 points. With this ring, her
Outside of town, an older sorcerer trains a Debauchery became 22. Innocentia was unaware
younger sorcerer. The younger sorcerer casts of the effects of this ring, though it did not matter.
Greater Vulnerability to Cold on the older sorcerer. A sorcerer by the name of Willam visited a brothel,
Knowing which spell was cast, the older sorcerer came across Innocentia, and wanted her to do his
casts Invincibility to Cold on himself so that this dirty work. Just to be sure that it would be as dirty
spell will take precedence over the other spell. When as possible, he cast Augment Debauchery on her.
dealing with similar magical effects, a magical effect He wanted more. After casting the spell, her De-
of a higher spell level takes precedence over a magi- bauchery magically increased by 1 point to 23. For-
cal effect of a lower spell level. In this case, Invin- tunately for her boyfriend and unfortunately for
Willam, she was only willing to receive a fingering.

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 Magic Points Disciplines of Magic
Whenever magic is used, Magic Points (MP) Magical disciplines have been differentiated
are expended. As casters increase in occupational according to characteristics of their corresponding
level, they gain more MP, and hence, are able to cast element. Since none of these elements exist in pure
more spells. MP are also explained for priests and form in the world, everything is a combination of
wizards in Chapter 7: Occupation. MP may be consid- the 5 elements (for more information, see Chemis-
ered to represent dormant and active mana or magi- try in Chap. 8: Skills). For example, flesh is consid-
cal energy. MP are listed with each spell (see Chapter ered to be an equal blend of all 5 elements1. There-
12: Spells) and creature (see Neveria). Typically, where fore, it is hypothesized that even the strongest fire
MP are listed there is also an accompanying num- includes a small amount of water. This explains how
ber that indicates how many MP are recovered per a spell from the element of fire could seem to use
hour. For instance, if a creature has listed MP 20/5, water more than other elements. Nonetheless, in
when the creature is at full magic potential, then this case fire is still the predominant element be-
they have 20 MP. When they use magic, they will cause the overall effect is more relevant than the
recover MP’s at a rate of 5 per hour. Regarding immediate effect of the spell. Below, the 5 disci-
characters, druids and hierophants recover 1 MP per plines of magic are listed:
hour per occupational level; mages and sorcerers
recover 2 MP per hour per occupational level, and Air: Since air is the element that carries or
also recover 3 MP per hour per occupational level separates other worldly elements, convocation and
while asleep. illusory or delusionary spells are considered to re-
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The higher the level of a spell, the more MP late to the element of air. Convocation spells are
are expended upon casting it. Consult the table explained in more detail later. A practitioner of con-
below to determine the number of MP’s expended vocation may be called a conjuretor, and those who
upon casting a given spell: are summoned may be called servitors. Those who
predominantly cast spells of this discipline are of-
Magic Points pe r Spe ll Le ve l ten considered sanguine.
Spe ll Le ve l Magic Points Earth: Since earth is the element of solid
1 8 substance, spells that physically alter matter are con-
2 16 sidered to relate to the element of earth. Those
3 24 who predominantly cast spells of this discipline are
4 32
often considered phlegmatic.
5 40
6 48 Ether: Since ether is the element of the
7 56 heavens or stars and mana itself, spells that affect
8 64 mental states, other spells, or offer means of detec-
9 270 tion or divine contact, are considered to relate to
10 1800
the element of ether. Those who predominantly
cast spells of this discipline are often considered
The reason that 10th level spells require so
wise.
many MP’s, compared to others, is that MP’s must
Fire: Since fire is the element that destroys
be devoted to the spell for several days. Obviously,
nature, destructive or harmful spells are considered
spells this powerful are extremely taxing.
to relate to the element of fire. Those who pre-
dominantly cast spells of this discipline are often
considered choleric.

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 Water: Since water is the element that re- The opposition of the disciplines affects
stores or replenishes nature, restorative and support- casters differently. Hierophant priests of the vari-
ive spells are considered to relate to the element of ous gods are unhindered, since their spells are
water. Those who predominantly cast spells of this granted by their god. Druids, however, can cast from
discipline are often considered melancholic. 1 discipline, but not its 2 opposites. For example,
the experience of casting air magic is so different
from fire or water magic, druids are unable and un-
Convocation willing to learn it. Sorcerers, like hierophant priests,
Unless otherwise noted in the spell descrip- are unaffected by the fact that disciplines are polar-
tion, air spells that call upon other creatures are con- ized. Mages, however, may choose to specialize in 1
vocation spells. Summoning creatures requires the discipline. Such specialization earns the mage the
caster to draw a circle of 9 feet in diameter, with the name of magister. A magister is unable to cast spells
caster in the center. The circle may be drawn on a from the disciplines opposite their specialty, but they
floor with charcoal or on the ground with a sword also gain a 10% bonus to learn spells. In more gen-
or ceremonial knife. Depending on the spell and eral respects, sorcerers and mages may choose to
the creature summoned, there may be more circles focus on 1 or 2 disciplines, but no benefits are gained.
and/or pentagrams within the outer circle, which is Further explanations of magic will be divided
drawn to a diameter of 10 feet, and includes magi- into 2 sections: spells and magical items.
cal writing. The most important requirement is that
the circle must be unbroken. An unbroken circle is

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a symbol of eternity, since it has no beginning or Discipline, Spell Level, and Norms
end. The line that forms the circle becomes a de- Below are a series of tables that show the
fensive barrier against inimical creatures who are norms of each magical discipline by spell level.
conjured. If the circle is broken by the caster in any These tables provide only norms, since individual
manner, then the creature may enter at will. spells may differ accordingly.

A ir (Convoc ation)
Disciplines by Opposition Spe ll Le ve l A ir (Convoc ation) Exam ple
Each of the 5 disciplines of magic is in fun- 1 1 c a t or 1 d1 0 LP
damental opposition to 2 others. Below the disci- 2 1 dog or 2 d8 LP
3 1 huma n or 2 d2 0 LP
plines are listed by opposition:
4 1 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 LP
5 1 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 LP
Air: This element is opposed to fire and 6 1 , 0 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0 LP
water. 7 1 0 , 0 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0 0 LP
Earth: This element is opposed to ether and 8 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 , 0 0 0 LP
water. 9 1 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0 , 0 0 0 LP
Ether: This element is opposed to earth and 10 1 0 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 LP
fire.
Fire: This element is opposed to air and
ether.
Water: This element is opposed to air and
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Spe ll Le ve l A ir (Illus ion/D e lus ion) Exam ple Spe ll Le ve l Ethe r Exam ple
1 1 c ubi c foot, 5 0 % be l i e v a bi l i ty 1 1 c a t or 1 d1 0 LP
2 1 0 c ubi c fe e t, 7 5 % be l i e v a bi l i ty 2 1 dog or 2 d8 LP
3 1 0 0 c ubi c fe e t, 8 5 % be l i e v a bi l i ty 3 1 huma n or 2 d2 0 LP
4 1 , 0 0 0 c ubi c fe e t, 9 0 % be l i e v a bi l i ty 4 1 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 LP
5 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 c ubi c fe e t, 9 4 % be l i e v a bi l i ty 5 1 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 LP
6 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 c ubi c fe e t, 9 6 % be l i e v a bi l i ty 6 1 , 0 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0 LP
7 1 c ubi c mi l e , 9 7 % be l i e v a bi l i ty 7 1 0 , 0 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0 0 LP
8 1 , 0 0 0 c ubi c mi l e s, 9 8 % be l i e v a bi l i ty 8 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 , 0 0 0 LP
9 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 c ubi c mi l e s, 9 9 % be l i e v a bi l i ty 9 1 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0 , 0 0 0 LP
10 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 c ubi c mi l e s, 9 9 . 9 % be l i e v a bi l i ty 10 1 0 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 LP

Ear th Ethe r (D e te c tion)

Spe ll Le ve l Ear th Exam ple Spe ll Le ve l Ethe r (D e te c tion) Exam ple
1 1 d1 0 IP or LP 1 De te c t e l e me nts
2 2 d8 IP or LP 2 De te c t te mpe ra me nt
3 2 d2 0 IP or LP 3 De te c t di sposi ti on
4 4 d1 0 0 IP or LP 4 De te c t surfa c e thoughts
5 4 d1 0 0 0 IP or LP 5 De te c t thoughts a nd moti v e s
6 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0 IP or LP 6 Fi nd obj e c ts
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7 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0 0 IP or LP 7 Fi nd be i ngs
8 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 , 0 0 0 IP or LP 8 Hy pe rse nsi ti v i ty
9 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0 , 0 0 0 IP or LP 9 De te c t future
10 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 IP or LP 10 De te c t the wi l l of the gods

Ear th (Vulne rabilitie s ) Fire (A fflic tion)

Spe ll Le ve l Ear th (Vulne rabiltie s ) Exam ple Spe ll Le ve l Fire (A fflic tion) Exam ple
1 Le sse r e l e me nta l v ul ne ra bi l i ty 1 mi nor a ffl i c ti on or 1 d1 0 LP
2 Le sse r te mpe ra me nt v ul ne ra bi l i ty 2 mode rn a ffl i c ti on or 2 d8 LP
3 Le sse r di sposi ti on v ul ne ra bi l i ty 3 se v e re a ffl i c ti on or 2 d2 0 LP
4 Gre a te r e l e me nta l v ul ne ra bi l i ty 4 te r mi na l a ffl i c ti on or 4 d1 0 0 LP
5 Gre a te r te mpe ra me nt v ul ne ra bi l i ty 5 ma ss a ffl i c ti on or 4 d1 0 0 0 LP
6 Gre a te r di sposi ti on v ul ne ra bi l i ty 6 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 c ubi c fe e t of di se a se
7 Ma ss e l e me nta l v ul ne ra bi l i ty 7 1 c ubi c mi l e of di se a se
8 Ma ss te mpe ra me nt v ul ne ra bi l i ty 8 1 , 0 0 0 c ubi c mi l e s of di se a se
9 Ma ss di sposi ti on v ul ne ra bi l i ty 9 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 c ubi c mi l e s of di se a se
10 Tota l v ul ne ra bi l i ty 10 1 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 c ubi c mi l e s of di se a se

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Spe ll Le ve l Fire (D e s tr uc tion) Exam ple Spe ll Le ve l Wate r (Re s tore d) Exam ple
1 1 c a t or 1 d1 0 LP 1 1 c a t or 1 d1 0 LP
2 1 dog or 2 d8 LP 2 1 dog or 2 d8 LP
3 1 huma n or 2 d2 0 LP 3 1 huma n or 2 d2 0 LP
4 1 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 LP 4 1 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 LP
5 1 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 LP 5 1 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 LP
6 1 , 0 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0 LP 6 1 , 0 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0 LP
7 1 0 , 0 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0 0 LP 7 1 0 , 0 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0 0 LP
8 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 , 0 0 0 LP 8 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 , 0 0 0 LP
9 1 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0 , 0 0 0 LP 9 1 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0 , 0 0 0 LP
10 1 0 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 LP 10 1 0 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 huma ns or 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 LP

Wate r (Prote c tion)

Spe ll Le ve l Wate r (Prote c tion) Exam ple
1 Le sse r prote c ti on
2 Mode ra te prote c ti on
3 Ma ss l e sse r prote c ti on
4 Gre a te r prote c ti on
5 Ma ss mode ra te prote c ti on
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7 Le sse r i nv i nc i bi l i ty
8 Mode ra te i nv i nc i bi l i ty
9 Gre a te r i nv i nc i bi l i ty
10 Ma ss gre a te r i nv i nc i bi l i ty

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This chapter lists all spells alphabetically. length x width x height), radius (a line segment ex-
Alternate methods of indexing spells are available tending from the center of a circle or sphere to the
in Appendix 2: Spell Lists. Following is a format for curve or surface), diameter (the length of a straight
all spell entries: line through the center of an object), and a cone (a
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ray that becomes wider as it extends from its source,

and whose dimensions are defined in the spell de-
Spell Name (italicized if Ceremonial Magic) scription). Spells that affect an area, do not affect
Level: Here is the power or complexity level BPP, but LP.
of the spell, from 1 to 10. Spell level determines Duration: Here is listed the duration that
the casting time, which is listed on the ‘Duration of the spell’s effects last.
Action’ table in Chapter 10: Combat. Note that cast- Reference: Spells listed of ceremonial magic
ing 9th, and especially 10th, level spells requires sleep are not fabricated by the author of this game, but
deprivation during the lengthy casting time. Ex- have been obtained from real-world references, cited
amples of the 10 spell levels are given in the end of at the end of this book.
Chapter 11: Magic. Chant: Here is listed the chant that must be
Magic Points: Here is the number of MP recited, if necessary. Typically, the chant is phrased
needed to cast the spell. MP are explained in Chap- repeatedly throughout the casting time of the spell,
ter 11: Magic. except for chants for 1st level spells, which are only
Discipline: Here is listed the discipline of phrased once. The number of phrasings may vary
magic in which the spell is categorized. The 5 disci- due to abnormally long or short chants.
plines include: air, earth, ether, fire, and water. Ingredients: Here is listed any necessary in-
Range: Here is listed the range where the gredients for the spell to be cast. The spell may not
spell may take effect. Typically, the range designates be cast until the proper ingredients, if required, are
the distance within which the center of an area may acquired.
be designated (see area below). Otherwise, spell ef- Ritual: Here is detailed what ritual or ges-
fects may not occur outside of the range. ture must be performed, if any. Assuming a ritual is
Area: Here is listed the area affected by the required, the spell will not take effect without the
spell. The center of the area must be within the proper performance of the ritual.
range of the spell. Area may be listed in many ways. Description: Here is listed the description
Examples include either 2 or 3 dimensions (such as of the spell with all necessary details.

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Spells Acclimation
Level: 2
Magic Points: 16
Ablation
Discipline: Earth
Level: 5
Range: Touch
Magic Points: 40
Area: 1 creature or object
Discipline: Earth
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
Range: Touch
to the level of the caster
Area: 1 creature
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Duration: Instantaneous
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the body of
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
a target creature or object to acclimate to its
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
environment. Unfortunately, acclimation
remove an internal organ from a target crea-
takes time. Consult the table below:
ture. The target creature must be touched
successfully. If the target creature resists Round Effe c t Fe lt
being touched, then the caster must make a 1 100%
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills) and 2 80%
a Called Shot (see Chap. 10: Combat) for the 3 60%
4 40%
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5 20%
This spell causes the skin and other 6 0%
body parts of the target creature to become
very soft surrounding the internal organ Therefore, the 3rd round after the
specified by the caster. This spell is ineffec- spell Acclimation is cast, the target creature
tive against creatures with hide or better will feel only 60% of the effects of their
natural armor, including bugbears, ogres, and environment.
trolls. This spell does not affect hunger or
If successful, the caster is able to thirst, but usually acclimates a creature or
insert their hand into the body of the target object to dangerous surroundings, such as
creature and remove the specified internal swimming in an acid pool or walking through
organ. The Aedile decides the effect of the fire.
removal of the specified organ. The heart After the spell expires, the target
is a popular choice, since the target creature creature or object will instantly feel the full
is doomed to die within 1-2 minutes. For effects of their environment again.
this duration, the heart will continue to beat
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 Acidic Touch Against every Wild Animal, Aquatic
Level: 1 Creature and Robbers
Magic Points: 8 Level: 2
Discipline: Earth Magic Points: 16
Range: Touch Discipline: Water
Area: 1 creature or object Range: Self
Duration: Instantaneous Area: 10’ radius
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Duration: For the remainder of the present hour
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic [if unknown, roll (1d6 - 1) and 1d10 to de-
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic termine the number of minutes (01-60)]
Description: Casting this spell causes acidic Reference: PGM VII. 370-73.
damage to a target creature or object. The Chant: LOMA ZATH AION ACHTHASE MA ...
fingertips of the caster secrete magical acid ZAL BALAMAON EIEOY, protect me,
for the duration of the spell, which cause (speak your own name), in the present hour;
1d10 Life Points of damage per round of immediately, immediately; quickly, quickly.
contact with flesh. However, the magical Ingredients: A tassel
acid does not harm the caster or any sub- Ritual: Attach a tassel to your garment and speak
stance other than flesh. the chant.
The target creature must be touched Description: This spell will protect the caster from
successfully. If the target creature resists all wild animals, aquatic creatures, and rob-
being touched, then the caster must make a bers, so that none will be able to come within
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Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). 10’ of the caster by their own volition, nor
will they intend the caster any harm or pay
the caster any attention whatsoever unless
Aching Feet provoked by the caster, which will negate
Level: 2 the spell’s effects.
Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Water
Range: Self
Area: Caster’s feet
Duration: Permanent
Reference: Arcana Mundi, p. 72.
Chant: I think of you; heal my feet. Let the earth
retain the illness, and let health remain here.
Ingredients: None
Ritual: Recite the chant 9 times, touch the earth,
and spit. The chant must be recited while
sober.
Description: Casting this spell causes the caster’s
feet to stop aching, curing them from what-
ever caused them to ache. This spell cures
only minor discomforts. For example, if a
toe were lopped off by a foe and this spell
were cast, it would have no effect. This spell
is cast most commonly for those who have
traveled great distances and have developed
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 Against Evil Sleep Agelast
Level: 1 Level: 2
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Water Discipline: Ether
Range: Drinking vessel Range: 100’
Area: 1 character Area: 1 creature
Duration: 8 hours Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Reference: PDM xiv. 706-10. to the level of the caster
Chant: None Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: Flour of wild dates, milk, and wine Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: Take the flour of wild dates that have been Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
beaten with milk; you should make them to- Description: Casting this spell causes a creature
gether into a ball. Put in the wine! to lose the capacity to smile. During cast-
Description: Casting this spell will enable the im- ing, the caster must point at the target crea-
biber of the ritualized ingredients to be im- ture with a finger. A successful Aim skill
mune to the effects of any Evil Sleep spell, check is required (see Chap. 8: Skills). If the
as well as any other magical attempt to in- check is passed, then the target creature is
terfere with the dreams of the imbiber for 8 unable to smile. All attempts to induce hap-
hours. The entire liquid must be drank; sip- piness in the target creature will be perceived
ping produces no effect. by the target creature as annoying. The tar-

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get creature is not necessarily angered or de-
pressed, but simply finds no amusement.
Against Menstruation Events that would normally amuse the tar-
Level: 1 get creature now either irritate, bore, or an-
Magic Points: 8 ger them. When a creature is under the in-
Discipline: Water fluence of Agelast, they usually withdraw
Range: The dung of an ass from others and prefer not to be bothered.
Area: 1 woman
Duration: 1 week
Reference: PDM xiv. 1196-98.
Chant: None
Ingredients: Ass’s dung
Ritual: You should fumigate a woman with an ass’s
dung when she is menstruating. She stops.
Description: Casting this spell will cause a woman
to stop menstruating. All of the ass’s dung
must be used for the spell to be effective.
After a week, she will not menstruate. How-
ever, within a lunar month the female will
begin to menstruate again in accordance with
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 Akeldama Alchemy
Level: 6 Level: 6
Magic Points: 48 Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Earth
Range: 1 mile Range: Touch
Area: 1,000’ x 1,000’ Area: 2 coins to an exponential power equal to the
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal level of the caster
to the level of the caster Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes all creatures Description: Casting this spell causes metal coins,
within the specified area to succumb to vio- or their equivalent in weight, to transmogrify
lent hatred of each other. Creatures within into gold. Only metal will transmogrify.
the area must pass a Drive sub-ability check Therefore, copper, iron, lead, and silver may
at TH 24 to be unaffected by the spell. Oth- be transformed into gold. Alloys, however,
erwise, provided there are enough creatures, will not transmogrify. Examples of alloys
the area becomes a field of bloodshed for include brass, bronze, and pewter. Each coin
the duration of the spell. Creatures within or object must be touched for the spell to
the area who fail their check are compelled function. Alchemists, or those who fre-
to attack the nearest creature within the area. quently use this spell, experiment with the
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Creatures within the area seem not even to chant, ingredients, or ritual.
notice those outside
the area, and feel no
need to leave the
area.
If no crea-
ture is left to attack
in the area, then the
sole remaining crea-
ture will attempt to
hang themselves. If
this is infeasible,
then they will seem
friendly, invite a
character into the
area of bloodshed,
and then betray and
attack them. As a
last resort, the sole
remaining creature
will yell in hatred,
cursing the world
for the duration of
the spell.

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 All for One Alter Temperature
Level: 1 Level: 1
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Earth
Range: 50’ Range: 50’
Area: 25’ radius Area: 25’ radius
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: By casting this spell, the caster exploits Description: By casting this spell, the caster is
other characters or creatures within the area. able to physically change the temperature of
All characters or creatures within the area the atmosphere in the area. The caster must
must pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH decide whether the area will be heated or
17 or lose either Ethical, Moral, Tempera- cooled, and this decision is irreversible for
ment, or sub-ability points, 1d20 points per the duration of the spell. If the caster de-
level of the caster. The type of points must sires to raise the temperature, then the area
be specified by the caster during casting. 2 will become hot enough to boil water. Liv-
or more characters or creatures must be af- ing creatures within this area suffer 1d10 LP

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fected for the spell to take effect. The char- per round of exposure. If the caster de-
acters or creatures do not simply lose points. sires to lower the temperature, then the area
Instead, the points are absorbed by the will become cold enough to freeze solid an
caster. However, this spell is inefficient, so animal weighing 20 lbs. or less. If cold-
only (1d100)% of the points will be ab- blooded, then they will die. If warm-
sorbed. If any character or creature is re- blooded, then they suffer 1d10 LP per round
duced to zero points, then death occurs. of exposure.
When the effects of the spell expire, the
caster loses the absorbed points and the ex-
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 An Excellent Spell for Silencing, for Arachnid Feet
Subjecting, and for Restraining Level: 1
Level: 2 Magic Points: 8
Magic Points: 16 Discipline: Earth
Discipline: Earth Range: Touch
Range: 1 mile Area: Creature touched
Area: 1 character Duration: 2 minutes to an exponential power equal
Duration: 4 minutes to an exponential power equal to the level of the caster
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Reference: PGM VII. 396-404. Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: None Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: Lead from a cold-water pipe Description: The creature touched by the caster
Ritual: Take the ingredient and make a lamella (a will experience a change in their hands and
thin metal plate) and inscribe it with a bronze feet. More specifically, their hands and feet
stylus, and set it with a character who has will become sticky enough to allow them to
died prematurely. While performing this climb on smooth walls and ceilings, as would
ritual, think of a character, picture them in a spider.
your mind.
Description: Casting this spell will cause the per-
son who is imagined during the ritual and Ascertain Properties
within a mile to suddenly become unable to Level: 1
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speak and move, though they are able to Magic Points: 8

survive by shallow breathing. Discipline: Ether
Range: Touch
Area: 1 object
Anti-venom Duration: Permanent
Level: 1 Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Magic Points: 8 Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Discipline: Water Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Range: Touch Description: Casting this spell causes a voice in
Area: Creature touched the head of the caster to state 1 magical
Duration: 2 minutes to an exponential power equal property of an object in question for every
to the level of the caster odd level (1st, 3rd, 5th, etc.) of the caster.
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell inoculates a target
against natural venoms as found in spiders,
snakes, and poisonous plants by making the
target immune to these natural poisons. Poi-
son that already affects the character will
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 Audio Range Augment Charisma
Level: 1 Level: 6
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Water
Range: 30’ per level of the caster Range: Touch
Area: Special Area: 1 creature
Duration: Concentration Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: The caster may increase the volume Description: Casting this spell causes 1 of the sub-
of their voice. This Audio Range increases abilities of Charisma of the target creature
with the occupational level of the caster. to augment. Which sub-ability is affected is
Consult the table below to determine the determined randomly by the Aedile with 1d4.
volume of the voice of the caster, regard- The target creature must be touched suc-
less of whether the caster is whispering or cessfully. If the target creature resists being
yelling: touched, then the caster must make a Brawl-
ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). The ran-
Cas te r Le ve l Maxim um Volum e domly selected sub-ability increases by 1d6
1 A y e l l i ng huma n points.

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2 A ba rk i ng bi g dog
3 A ma rc hi ng a r my of 1 0 0 huma ns
4 Doze ns of ga l l opi ng horse s Augment Debauchery
5 A y e l l i ng ogre Level: 6
6 A y e l l i ng gi a nt Magic Points: 48
7 A roa ri ng l i on Discipline: Water
8 A roa ri ng dra gon Range: Touch
>8 Thunde r Area: 1 creature
Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes an increase
in Debauchery of the target creature. The
target creature must be touched successfully.
If the target creature resists being touched,
then the caster must make a Brawling skill
check (see Chap. 8: Skills). Debauchery is
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 Augment Dexterity Augment Magic
Level: 6 Level: 6
Magic Points: 48 Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: Permanent Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes 1 of the sub- Description: Casting this spell causes an increase
abilities of Dexterity of the target creature in Magic Points of the target creature. The
to augment. Which sub-ability is affected is target creature must be touched successfully.
determined randomly by the Aedile with 1d4. If the target creature resists being touched,
The target creature must be touched suc- then the caster must make a Brawling skill
cessfully. If the target creature resists being check (see Chap. 8: Skills). Magic Points are
touched, then the caster must make a Brawl- augmented by 1d6.
ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). The ran-
domly selected sub-ability increases by 1d6
points. Augment Physique
Level: 6
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Magic Points: 48
Augment Intelligence Discipline: Water
Level: 6 Range: Touch
Magic Points: 48 Area: 1 creature
Discipline: Water Duration: Permanent
Range: Touch Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Area: 1 creature Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Duration: Permanent Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell causes 1 of the sub-
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic abilities of Physique of the target creature
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic to augment. Which sub-ability is affected is
Description: Casting this spell causes 1 of the sub- determined randomly by the Aedile with 1d4.
abilities of Intelligence of the target crea- The target creature must be touched suc-
ture to augment. Which sub-ability is af- cessfully. If the target creature resists being
fected is determined randomly by the Aedile touched, then the caster must make a Brawl-
with 1d4. The target creature must be ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). The ran-
touched successfully. If the target creature domly selected sub-ability increases by 1d6
resists being touched, then the caster must points.
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
Skills). The randomly selected sub-ability
increases by 1d6 points.

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 Augment Piety Augment Wisdom
Level: 6 Level: 6
Magic Points: 48 Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 character Area: 1 creature
Duration: Permanent Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes an increase Description: Casting this spell causes 1 of the sub-
in Piety Points of the target creature. The sub-abilities of Wisdom of the target crea-
target creature must be touched successfully. ture to augment. Which sub-ability is af-
If the target creature resists being touched, fected is determined randomly by the Aedile
then the caster must make a Brawling skill with 1d4. The target creature must be
check (see Chap. 8: Skills). Piety Points are touched successfully. If the target creature
augmented by 1d6. resists being touched, then the caster must
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
Skills). The randomly selected sub-ability
Augment Vision increases by 1d6 points.

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Level: 6
Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Water Banish Allergy
Range: Touch Level: 3
Area: 1 creature Magic Points: 24
Duration: Permanent Discipline: Water
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Range: Touch
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Area: 1 creature
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Duration: Permanent
Description: Casting this spell causes an im- Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
provement in Vision of the target creature. Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
The target creature must be touched suc- Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
cessfully. If the target creature resists being Description: Casting this spell banishes an allergy
touched, then the caster must make a Brawl- from a target creature. For the spell to take
ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). Vision is effect, the target creature must be touched
improved by 1d6. by the caster. The target creature must be
touched successfully. If the target creature
resists being touched, then the caster must
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
Skills). If the target creature has more than
1 allergy, then 1 allergy is randomly selected
and banished.

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 Banish Disease Banish Paralysis
Level: 4 Level: 4
Magic Points: 32 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: Permanent Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell banishes all disease Description: Casting this spell banishes paralysis
from a target creature. The target creature from a target creature. The target creature
must be touched successfully. If the target must be touched successfully. If the target
creature resists being touched, then the creature resists being touched, then the
caster must make a Brawling skill check (see caster must make a Brawling skill check (see
Chap. 8: Skills). While this spell will not heal Chap. 8: Skills).
all damage incurred from disease, it will re-
move all disease from the target creature,
which immediately halts future damage from Banish Poison
the same instance of disease. Level: 4
Magic Points: 32
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Discipline: Water
Banish Intoxication Range: Touch
Level: 2 Area: 1 creature
Magic Points: 16 Duration: Permanent
Discipline: Water Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Range: Touch Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Area: 1 creature Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Duration: Permanent Description: Casting this spell banishes all poison
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic from a target creature. The target creature
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic must be touched successfully. If the target
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic creature resists being touched, then the
Description: Casting this spell banishes intoxica- caster must make a Brawling skill check (see
tion from a target creature. The target crea- Chap. 8: Skills). While this spell will not heal
ture must be touched successfully. If the all damage incurred from poison, it will re-
target creature resists being touched, then move all poison from the target creature,
the caster must make a Brawling skill check which immediately halts future damage from
(see Chap. 8: Skills). If affected, then the the same dose of poison.
target creature will become sober instantly.

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 Beguile Foe Bestow Aeon
Level: 1 Level: 7
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 56
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Fire
Range: 50’ Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature touched
Duration: 1d6 minutes Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell subdues a hostile Description: Casting this spell causes a target
foe by lowering their Drive sub-ability to creature to age instantly and permanently
50% for the duration of the spell. The tar- by several million years. The target creature
get creature must pass a Drive sub-ability must be touched successfully. If the target
check at TH 21 or become passive and sub- creature resists being touched, then the
dued. If the creature passes the check, then caster must make a Brawling skill check (see
the creature remains a hostile foe. Chap. 8: Skills). The Aedile must determine
the lifespan of the target creature. Aging
beyond the creature’s lifespan is fatal. Nearly
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Level: 1 aeon.
Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch Bestow Allergy
Area: 1 creature touched Level: 2
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Magic Points: 16
to the level of the caster Discipline: Fire
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Range: Touch
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Area: 1 creature touched
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Duration: Permanent
Description: Casting this spell causes a target Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
creature to suffer from an aching back. The Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
target creature must be touched successfully. Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
If the target creature resists being touched, Description: Casting this spell causes a target
then the caster must make a Brawling skill creature to permanently acquire a random
check (see Chap. 8: Skills). If touched, then allergy. The target creature must be touched
the target creature must pass a Physical Fit- successfully. If the target creature resists
ness sub-ability check at TH 17 to be unaf- being touched, then the caster must make a
fected by this spell. Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). The
The pain from this back ache does target creature must pass a Health sub-abil-
not translate meaningfully into gaming sta- ity check at TH 18 to be unaffected by this
tistics, but it does annoy the target the crea- spell. The Aedile randomly determines the
ture. exact allergy by referring to Allergies in Chap-
ter 2: Body.

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 Bestow Asphyxiation Bestow Aura
Level: 5 Level: 2
Magic Points: 40 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Air
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: Special
Duration: Permanent Duration: 2 hours to an exponential power equal
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the lungs of Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
a target creature to become unable to func- Description: Casting this spell causes 1 or more
tion. As a result, the target creature suffo- creatures or objects to glow with an aura.
cates to death. The target creature must be The spell affects 1 creature or object per
touched successfully. If the target creature caster level. If a creature is intended as the
resists being touched, then the caster must target, then the creature must be touched
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: successfully. If the target creature resists
Skills). If the target creature is touched and being touched, then the caster must make a
passes a Health sub-ability check at TH 23, Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
then the spell is ineffective, although breath- Upon casting, the caster determines the
ing may become a little difficult. If the check strength or brightness of the aura, as well as
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is failed, then Strength and LP are lost in its hue. The strength may vary from a faint
accordance with the Choking maneuver un- and almost undetectable shimmer, to a radi-
der the Wrestling skill (see Chap. 8: Skills). ance that may be obvious in daylight 100’
away. While the caster may choose any hue,
popular choices are black, red, or an eerie
green.
This spell does not affect partial
creatures or objects. Other than appearance,
the aura does not affect the target creature
or object. Since a spell is in effect, a proper
detection spell will detect the presence of
active magic.
The affected area is limited by the
level of the caster:
Cas te r Le ve l A re a A ffe c te d
1 1 c ubi c foot or 1 c a t
2 3 c ubi c fe e t or 1 dog
3 1 0 c ubi c fe e t or 1 huma n
4 1 0 0 c ubi c fe e t
>4 1 , 0 0 0 c ubi c fe e t

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 Bestow Blindness Bestow Blistering Boils
Level: 4 Level: 2
Magic Points: 32 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature touched Area: 1 victim’s skin
Duration: Permanent Duration: 2 hours to an exponential power equal
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes a target Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
creature to become permanently and totally Description: Casting this spell causes the skin of
blind. Blind creatures are unable to see; Vi- a victim to blister and form puss-filled boils.
sion is zero. The target creature must be The target creature must be touched suc-
touched successfully. If the target creature cessfully. If the target creature resists being
resists being touched, then the caster must touched, then the caster must make a Brawl-
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). This af-
Skills). By passing a Health sub-ability check fliction has an onset time of 1d20 rounds.
at TH 21, the target creature is unaffected After the onset time, 1d100 boils will ap-
by the spell and retains their Vision. Blind pear each round for 1d6 rounds. Regardless

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creatures depend on the Blindfighting skill of the number of boils that appear, in total-
(see Chap. 8: Skills) during combat. Blind ity they will cause 2d6 LP of damage, unless
humanoids often compensate for their loss the blisters pop. There is a 5% chance per
of Vision by using a walking stick or staff as level of the caster that (1d100)% of the blis-
an aid. ters will pop after they finish appearing. If
blisters pop, then the percentage of the blis-
ters that popped equals the percentage of
LP that the victim loses.
Clever casters have gathered puss
from such broken blisters. If this puss is
ingested, then it causes 1d4 LP of damage
per full gulp. Aside from its acrid taste, puss
from Bestow Blistering Boils burns the
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 Bestow Century Bestow Convulsion
Level: 5 Level: 4
Magic Points: 40 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch Range: 200’
Area: 1 creature touched Area: 1 creature
Duration: Permanent Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes a target Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
creature to instantly and permanently age Description: Casting this spell causes a target
100 years. The target creature must be who is seen by the caster to begin convuls-
touched successfully. If the target creature ing uncontrollably. Bestow Convulsion af-
resists being touched, then the caster must fects 4d100 LP; a creature with more LP is
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: unaffected. If bipedal, then the affected
Skills). The Aedile must determine the victim will topple to the ground. The victim’s
lifespan of the target creature. Aging be- limbs will extend and become stiff or rigid,
yond the creature’s lifespan is fatal. and shake violently from their socket at the
torso. The victim’s mind remains clear,
though they are unable to prevent spasmodic
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shaking. Further, the victim is unable to

speak. However, if the victim passes a Drive
sub-ability check at TH 16, then they may
be able to whisper. If able, then victims of
Bestow Convulsion usually whisper pathetic
pleas, such as “Help, help me.”

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 Bestow Deafness Bestow Decade
Level: 4 Level: 4
Magic Points: 32 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature touched Area: 1 creature touched
Duration: Permanent Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes a target Description: Casting this spell causes a target
creature to become permanently and totally creature to instantly and permanently age
deaf. Deaf creatures are unable to hear. The 10 years. The target creature must be
target creature must be touched successfully. touched successfully. If the target creature
If the target creature resists being touched, resists being touched, then the caster must
then the caster must make a Brawling skill make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
check (see Chap. 8: Skills). By passing a Skills). The Aedile must determine the
Health sub-ability check at TH 21, the tar- lifespan of the target creature. Aging be-
get creature is unaffected by the spell and yond the creature’s lifespan is fatal.
retains their hearing. If sentient, in time the

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deaf creature may be able to learn to read
lips. Bestow Disease
Level: 3
Magic Points: 24
Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature touched
Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes a target
creature to acquire a random disease from
Chapter 2: Body. The target creature must be
touched successfully. If the target creature
resists being touched, then the caster must
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
Skills). The random and magical disease that
is acquired is permanent, though it is sub-
ject to all limitations of the real disease.

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 Bestow Dislocation Bestow Earache
Level: 2 Level: 1
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Fire
Range: 100’ Range: Touch
Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal Area: 1 creature touched
to the level of the caster Duration: 1d20 hours
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
equal to the level of the caster Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell causes a creature to
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic suffer from an earache. An earache is pain
Description: Casting this spell causes a randomly in the middle ear. The pain is caused by an
determined limb on multiple creatures to infection that causes fluid to collect behind
become temporarily useless. Since differ- the eardrum. The target creature must be
ent creatures have different numbers of touched successfully. If the target creature
limbs, the Aedile must randomly determine resists being touched, then the caster must
which limb. If a creature has a tail, then it make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
counts as a limb. The caster must see the Skills). A creature afflicted with an earache
target creatures as the spell is cast. The will suffer a penalty of 3d10 when making a
Aedile determines the effects of a useless Sound skill check. Further, the creature may
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limb. Consult the Useless/Missing Body Part find that it is difficult to concentrate, and is
Penalties table in Chapter 10: Combat. subject to any such modifiers deemed ap-
propriate by the Aedile. Otherwise, the
earache is irritating to the afflicted creature.

Bestow Fatigue
Level: 1
Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature touched
Duration: 1d20 minutes
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes a creature to
suffer great fatigue. The target creature must
be touched successfully. If the target crea-
ture resists being touched, then the caster
must make a Brawling skill check (see Chap.
8: Skills). If successful, then the following
adjustments take effect for the duration of
the spell: Physical Fitness and Strength are
halved, Hand-Eye Coordination and Agility
are reduced to 75%.

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 Bestow Greater Harm Bestow Headache
Level: 3 Level: 1
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature touched Area: 1 creature touched
Duration: Instantaneous Duration: 1d20 hours
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to Description: Casting this spell causes a creature to
harm another. The target creature must be suffer from a headache. A headache is pain
touched successfully. If the target creature in the head. The target creature must be
resists being touched, then the caster must touched successfully. If the target creature
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: resists being touched, then the caster must
Skills). If successful, then the creature suf- make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
fers 2d20 Life Points of damage, though no Skills). An affected creature may find that it
visible wound results. This spell harms only is difficult to concentrate, and is subject to
the living. If missed, then the spell is wasted. any such modifiers deemed appropriate by
the Aedile. Otherwise, the headache is irri-

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tating to the afflicted creature.
Bestow Harm
Level: 2
Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature touched
Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
harm another. The target creature must be
touched successfully. If the target creature
resists being touched, then the caster must
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
Skills). If successful, then the target crea-
ture suffers 2d8 Life Points of damage,
though no visible wound results. This spell
harms only the living. If missed, then the
spell is wasted.

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 Bestow Ingrown Nail Bestow Intoxication
Level: 1 Level: 1
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature touched Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal to
Duration: 1d20 hours the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Duration: 2 hours to an exponential power equal
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes a creature to Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
suffer from an ingrown nail. An ingrown Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
nail is pain in a finger or toe. The target Description: Casting this spell causes multiple
creature must be touched successfully. If recipients to become intoxicated. The tar-
the target creature resists being touched, then get creature must be touched successfully.
the caster must make a Brawling skill check If the target creature resists being touched,
(see Chap. 8: Skills). Roll 1d100 to deter- then the caster must make a Brawling skill
mine whether it is a (01-50) fingernail or (51- check (see Chap. 8: Skills). Each target crea-
100) toenail. Next, determine whether it is ture is affected as though they drank 1d6
on the (01-50) left or (51-100) right hand or glasses of mead (see Intoxication in Chap. 2:
foot. Finally, roll 1d6 to determine the spe- Body). Effects may be cumulative from mul-
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cific finger or toe; let 1 = the thumb or big tiple castings. Oddly, intoxicated target crea-
toe and reroll 6’s. A creature with an in- tures will not smell as though they have been
grown fingernail will suffer a penalty of - drinking. However, an affected target crea-
3d10 when making skill checks that involve ture will have a painful hangover that lingers
the use of that hand. A creature with an for 1d10 days.
ingrown toenail will have their Sprint speed
reduced by (1d100)%. Otherwise, the in-
grown nail is irritating to the target creature.

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 Bestow Leprosy Bestow Lesser Harm
Level: 4 Level: 1
Magic Points: 32 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature touched
Duration: Permanent Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes a creature Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
to acquire the disease known as leprosy (see harm another. The target creature must be
Diseases in Chap. 2: Body). The target crea- touched successfully. If the target creature
ture must be touched successfully. If the resists being touched, then the caster must
target creature resists being touched, then make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
the caster must make a Brawling skill check Skills). If successful, then the creature suf-
(see Chap. 8: Skills). fers 1d10 Life Points of damage, though no
Upon successfully touching the tar- visible wound results. This spell harms only
get creature, they must pass a Health sub- the living. If missed, then the spell is wasted.
ability check at TH 26 not to acquire the

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disease. If the target creature fails the check,
then they acquire leprosy.
Leprosy is a chronic, infectious dis-
ease that primarily affects the skin, mucous
membranes, and nerves. Many consider lep-
rosy to be a punishment of the gods for sin;
hence, the leper is in a state of defilement.
The target creature immediately ex-
periences a loss of sensation in 1d4 patches
of skin. These areas are randomly deter-
mined as follows: Roll 1d100 and consult
the table for Body Part Proportion in Chap-
ter 2: Body to determine each bodily location.
Of the affected areas, 1 is severe
enough to cause a body part or limb to fall
off. The others remain problematic areas
of extremely low sensation. When a body
part falls off, consult the table entitled Use-
less/Missing Body Part Penalties in Chapter
10: Combat.

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 Bestow Loss of Appetite Bestow Millennium
Level: 2 Level: 6
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature touched Area: 1 creature touched
Duration: 2 days to an exponential power equal to Duration: Permanent
the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell causes a target
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to creature to instantly and permanently age
nullify the appetite of a target creature. The 1,000 years. The target creature must be
target creature must be touched successfully. touched successfully. If the target creature
If the target creature resists being touched, resists being touched, then the caster must
then the caster must make a Brawling skill make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
check (see Chap. 8: Skills). If successful, then Skills). The Aedile must determine the
the target creature loses all desire to eat. All lifespan of the target creature. Aging be-
thoughts of food and drink will be disgust- yond the creature’s lifespan is fatal. Most
ing to the target creature. Consult the fol- mortals die.
lowing table to determine the damage done:
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D ay s w/o Subs tanc e LP Re duc e d to:

1 100%
Bestow Muteness
2 (9 0 + 1 d8 )% Level: 4
3 (7 0 + 1 d2 0 )% Magic Points: 32
4 (4 0 + 2 d2 0 )% Discipline: Fire
5 (3 d2 0 )%
Range: Touch
If the target creature does not eat Area: 1 creature touched
or drink in 5 days, then they will perish be- Duration: Permanent
fore the 6th. The target creature will vio- Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
lently oppose any tactics by others to induce Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
eating or drinking. Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes a target
creature to become permanently and totally
mute. Mute creatures are unable to speak
or utter a sound. The target creature must
be touched successfully. If the target crea-
ture resists being touched, then the caster
must make a Brawling skill check (see Chap.
8: Skills). By passing a Health sub-ability
check at TH 21, the target creature is unaf-
fected by the spell and retains their ability to
speak or make vocal sounds. Mute creatures
may suffer a reduction in Rhetorical Cha-
risma as determined by the Aedile.

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 Bestow Numbness Bestow Paralysis
Level: 1 Level: 2
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 6 square inches of flesh Area: 1 creature
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: Permanent
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell causes a creature
Description: Casting this spell causes an area of to become paralyzed. The target creature
skin on another to lose all sensation after must be touched successfully. If the target
the caster touches it. The target creature creature resists being touched, then the
must be touched successfully. If the target caster must make a Brawling skill check (see
creature resists being touched, then the Chap. 8: Skills). This spell affects only 2 LP
caster must make a Brawling skill check (see to an exponential power equal to the level
Chap. 8: Skills). This spell is used for many of the caster. Creatures are unaffected if
purposes. For instance, if a foe’s hand be- they have more LP than the caster is capable
comes numb, then they are 80% likely to of affecting.

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drop their weapon. The area touched is the Once touched, a target creature must
center of the numbness. make a Health sub-ability check. Consult
the table below:

TH Effe c t
Tota l bodi l y pa ra l y si s, i nc l udi ng the bra i n
<9 a nd he a rt. Ta rge t c re a ture di e s i n 2 d6
rounds.
9 -1 3 Bodi l y pa ra l y si s, but a bl e to bre a the .
Bodi l y pa ra l y si s, but a bl e to bre a the , a nd
1 4 -1 6
1 ra ndom l i mb i s not pa ra l y ze d.
Bodi l y pa ra l y si s, but a bl e to bre a the , a nd
1 7 -2 0
2 ra ndom l i mbs a re not pa ra l y ze d.
2 1 -2 2 2 ra ndom l i mbs a re pa ra l y ze d.
>2 3 1 ra ndom l i mb i s pa ra l y ze d.

Victims of Bestow Paralysis are able

to move their eyes, unless their Health TH
was less than 9. Further, victims are able to
think clearly. Although the neck of a victim
suffering ‘bodily paralysis’ will not move, the
victim is aware of their condition and sur-
roundings; they are simply unable to move
or react.

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 Bestow Sniffles Bestow Tooth-Rot
Level: 1 Level: 3
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 24
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes a creature Description: Casting this spell causes a creature
to experience their sinuses draining. The to lose a number of teeth. The target crea-
target creature must be touched successfully. ture must be touched successfully. If the
If the target creature resists being touched, target creature resists being touched, then
then the caster must make a Brawling skill the caster must make a Brawling skill check
check (see Chap. 8: Skills). Watery snot will (see Chap. 8: Skills). This spell causes 1d10
drip from the nose of the target creature teeth of the target creature to rot and fall
for the duration of the spell. The rate of out. The higher the level of the caster, the
dripping is a number of drips per round sooner the teeth rot. Consult the following
equal to the level of the caster. table:
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Le ve l Effe c t
1 -2 1 d1 2 months
Bestow Toothache 3 -4 1 d4 we e k s
Level: 1 5 -6 1 d8 da y s
Magic Points: 8 7 -8 1 d2 0 hours
Discipline: Fire 9 -1 0 1 d1 0 mi nute s
>1 0 1 d1 0 rounds
Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes a creature
to experience a toothache. The target crea-
ture must be touched successfully. If the
target creature resists being touched, then
the caster must make a Brawling skill check
(see Chap. 8: Skills). The affected creature
will have problems concentrating, and the
Aedile may impose such penalties as appro-
priate.

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 Bestow Ulcer Bestow Virus
Level: 1 Level: 1
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch Range: 50’ per level of the caster
Area: 1 creature Area: Special, see below
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 1 minute per level of the caster
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell causes a number of
Description: Casting this spell causes a creature LP of creatures specified below to need to
touched to acquire an ulcer. An ulcer is a pass a Health sub-ability check at TH 18 or
shallow sore. Although an ulcer may occur become infected with a magical virus, popu-
in many bodily locations, this spell causes larly called Infectuosica-Vomitory. The vi-
ulcers in the stomach. A stomach ulcer rus causes creatures to vomit unwillingly and
causes pain and irritates the target creature. uncontrollably 1d10 times per minute. Dur-
The target creature must be touched suc- ing the duration of this spell, they are un-
cessfully. If the target creature resists being able to attack, their Sprint Speed is reduced
touched, then the caster must make a Brawl- to 50%, and their CA suffers 5. The caster

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ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). is immune to the virus. See the table below
to determine the number of LP affected:
Cas te r Le ve l LP A ffe c te d
1 1 d1 0
2 2 d8
3 2 d2 0
4 4 d1 0 0
>4 4 d1 0 0 0

All of the LP of a target must be

used for that target to be affected.

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 Brittlebone Business Spell
Level: 1 Level: 1
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Water
Range: 25’ Range: 20’ radius from figurine
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 small business or shop
Duration: 1d6 rounds Duration: As long as the figurine is in the wall
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Reference: PGM IV. 2359-72.
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: CHAIOCHEN OUTIBILMEMNOUOTH
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic ATRAUICH. Give income and business to
Description: This spell serves to weaken the skel- this place, because Psentebeth lives here.
etal structure of a human-sized or smaller Ingredients: Orange beeswax, the juice of an aeria
creature, thereby doubling the effective range plant, ground ivy, as well as a cock, some
for Graphic Gore with pounding weapons wine, and a lamp that is not colored red.
and adds 20 to the severity of all graphic Ritual: Take the beeswax, juice, and ivy, and make
blows. The target creature must be seen by a figure of a merchant having a hollow bot-
the caster. tom, grasping in his left hand a herald’s wand
and in his right a small bag. Write on hieratic
papyrus these names, and you will have con-
Burning Bush tinuous business: CHAIOCHEN
Level: 9 OUTIBILMEMNOUOTH ATRAUICH.
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Magic Points: 270 Put the papyrus inside the figure and fill in
Discipline: Air the hole with the same beeswax. Then de-
Range: 50’ posit it in a wall at an inconspicuous place,
Area: 10 cubic feet crown him on the outside, sacrifice a cock
Duration: 1 round per 2 levels of the caster to him, make a drink offering of wine, and
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic light a lamp for him that is not colored red.
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Profits increase by 10% per level of
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic of the caster in 1 shop or small business for
Description: Casting this spell convokes a god to as long as the caster desires and retains the
enter a bush, which makes the bush burn. figurine in place.
The god inside the Burning Bush commu-
nicates with a low and booming voice from
within and addresses the caster. No caster
has ever learned its true name. The god re-
fuses to identify itself. Yet, it has been re-
nowned for wielding godly might in the past
at the behest of the caster. The Aedile de-
termines the reactions of the god to being
summoned. If asked its name, the god re-
plies “I am who I am,” so that the caster will
not know its true name and have any power
over it. Further, this god will refuse to
emerge from the Burning Bush, and does
not allow anyone to see it. The bush will
burn without structurally deteriorating for
the duration of the spell.

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 Call Acid Rain Call Avalanche
Level: 3 Level: 5
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 40
Discipline: Air Discipline: Air
Range: 1 mile Range: 1 mile
Area: 100,000 cubic feet Area: 100’ x 100’ x 100’
Duration: 2d4 rounds Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell summons acid rain Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
to fall in a 100’ x 100’ x 100’ area. Each Description: Casting this spell summons a por-
round that acid rain contacts flesh, it causes tion of an avalanche occurring somewhere
1d10 LP of damage. The acid is weak and in the world at the moment. The caster de-
does not harm metal or other substances. termines where the avalanche will appear
within the radius of 1 mile. The avalanche
will consist either of tons of falling snow
Call Animals and ice (1-5 on 1d10) or rock (6-10).
Level: 2 The avalanche itself will occur for
Magic Points: 16 1d6 rounds. During this time, heavy mate-

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Discipline: Air rial determined above will fall to the ground.
Range: 0 After this time, 1d20 feet of the material will
Area: 1 mile radius remain and cause continuous crushing dam-
Duration: 1 round per level of the caster age until the end of the duration of the spell.
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Falling snow distributes 1d4 IP or
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic LP per round. Thereafter, crushing dam-
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic age is 1/3 LP per foot of depth of snow
Description: This spell summons a number of and ice.
creatures from the surrounding area as a Falling rock distributes 2d20 LP per
function of the caster’s level. The exact type round. Thereafter, crushing damage is 5 LP
of creature is determined by the Aedile, since per foot of depth of remaining rock.
the surroundings may vary considerably. In either case, characters trapped
Usually, common creatures arrive. Individual underneath material should consult the
creatures never have more Life Points than choking maneuver under the Wrestling skill
the caster, though together they may have (see Chap. 8: Skills) to see if they suffocate
more. Consider the table below: to death.

Cas te r Le ve l N um be r Sum m one d

1 -2 1 d4
3 1 d6
4 -5 1 d8
6 -8 2 d6
9 -1 0 2 d8
1 1 -1 5 2 d1 0
>1 5 2 d1 2

After the duration of the spell, the

summoned animals return to their original
location.

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 Call Ball Lightning Call Blizzard
Level: 2 Level: 7
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 56
Discipline: Air Discipline: Air
Range: 1 mile Range: 1 mile
Area: 1d10-inch diameter sphere Area: 1,000’ x 1,000’ x 1,000’
Duration: 1d4 seconds to an exponential power Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
equal to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell summons a natural Description: Casting this spell summons a severe
phenomenon known as ball lightning. Ball blizzard to appear in an area designated by
lightning is a mysterious glowing sphere that the caster and which is within the range of
drifts through the air, though it can bounce the spell. For the first 2d4 rounds, damage
along the ground as well. Various colors of will not occur to creatures within the bliz-
ball lightning have been seen. Sometimes it zard. Visibility will be reduced to 5%.
changes color. Ball lightning may have an However, after 2d4 rounds of con-
internal structure, such as layers or moving tinual exposure, each creature within the bliz-
sparks. The lifetime of ball lightning is re- zard will suffer 1 LP of cold damage per
lated to its size, and inversely related to its round. If the creature wears metal armor,
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brightness. Balls that are blue and orange but is not directly touching metal, then dam-
seem to last longer than average. Ball light- age is increased to 2 LP per round.
ning has no observable buoyancy effect. It For each round during which cold
is 75% likely to end with a violent explo- damage occurs, there is a chance of getting
sion. Ball lightning illuminates a 10’ radius, frostbite. The chance of acquiring frostbite
so it is brighter than a candle, but not as is exponential. For the 1st round of dam-
bright as a torch. age, there is a 2% chance. This chance in-
Upon successful casting, the ball creases exponentially each round thereafter.
lightning will appear 2’ in front of the caster. If frostbite is acquired, then roll 1d10 to de-
The ball lightning will move according to termine its location: (1-5) hands, (6-9) feet,
the whim of the caster, though it is unable (10) nose.
to move faster than 100’ per round and will If any portion of the body of a sub-
remain 3’ above the ground. Ball lightning jected creature is in contact with metal, then
must remain in motion. If the caster is un- this portion of the body risks twice the nor-
able to concentrate on it, then it either dis- mal chance of acquiring frostbite.
sipates or explodes violently (as determined
above).
If the ball lightning explodes, then
it causes 1d10 IP or LP of electrical damage
to all within 3’.

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 Call Comet Call Familiar
Level: 10 Level: 1
Magic Points: 1,800 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Air Discipline: Air
Range: Unlimited Range: Caster
Area: 1 comet Area: 1-mile radius
Duration: Instantaneous Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell summons the Description: The caster calls forth a single animal
nearest comet in the universe. This spell from the surrounding countryside to be-
may not be cast by 1 caster, but requires come a permanent pet and minion. A spe-
multiple druids; this is a circle spell. The cial mental and magical bond exists between
summoned comet will appear and be visible the caster and the minion, allowing them to
in the sky. The comet will appear just out- communicate telepathically. It is at the
side the atmosphere. The exact location and Aedile’s discretion what type of animal
direction of the comet, once summoned, is comes forth to serve. The creature serves
determined by the circle of druids. The the caster faithfully and willingly. The crea-
circle of druids may direct the course of this ture can have no more LP than the caster.

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comet as they please. If the summoned Most familiars have 1d10 LP. Each caster
comet collides with a planet, then mass de- may have only 1 familiar at a time. If the
struction may result. familiar dies, the caster must pass a Health
check at TH 18 or die. If the caster sur-
vives, then they will be weak and effectively
Call Chilly Gust have 0 MP for 1d6 days. Common names
Level: 1 for familiars are Hammerlein, Haussibut, and
Magic Points: 8 Hinkebein.
Discipline: Air
Range: Limited by caster’s vision
Area: 20’ x 20’ x 20’ Call Flood
Duration: Instantaneous Level: 10
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Magic Points: 1,800
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Discipline: Air
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Range: 1 entire world
Description: Casting this spell summons a chilly Area: 1 entire world
gust of air. The caster may place the chilly Duration: 40 days and 40 nights
gust of air anywhere that they can see. Any Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
target the caster is able to see may be af- Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
fected by a chilly gust of wind. The air does Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
(1d6 - 1) LP of damage to all in the area. Description: Casting this spell causes an entire
Those with human-like skin are apt to have world to be flooded for 40 day and 40 nights.
goosebumps after experiencing the chilly After this time, the effects of the flood will
gust. take 1 year to return fully to normal. Most
life, except for oceanic, will die.

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 Call Fog Call Gale Wind
Level: 1 Level: 1
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Air Discipline: Air
Range: 1 mile Range: Limited only by caster’s vision
Area: 10 cubic feet to an exponential power equal Area: 20’ x 20’ x 20’
to the level of the caster Duration: 1 round per level of the caster
Duration: 4 rounds to an exponential power equal Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
to the level of the caster Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell causes wind that does
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic not damage creatures, but effectively im-
Description: Casting this spell summons fog from pedes or prevents movement toward the
the atmosphere, which the caster may cen- caster and assists movement away from the
ter anywhere within 1 mile. Casters usually caster according to the table below:
use fog to reduce visibility, such as when it is
necesary to flee, sneak about, or avoid foes. Sprint Spe e d
This spell grants a base penalty of - 10 to Targe t We ight
in Pounds Move m e nt Move m e nt
Sight skill checks, with an additional penalty Toward A way
of - 3 per caster level. The penalty applies <1 1 * 0% 100%
only when reasonable. 1 1 -5 0 20% 110%
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5 1 -1 0 0 40% 120%
1 0 1 -1 5 0 60% 130%
1 5 1 -2 0 0 80% 140%
>2 0 0 100% 150%

*Note: Any objects weighing less

than 11 pounds will be hurled in a random
direction, both horizontally and vertically.
When striking another object, 1d10 IP or
LP of damage are done to both the object
hurled and the object struck.
When attempting to Sprint, a suc-
cessful Balance skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills)
must be made at TH 17 or instead they fall
down and are subject to any attacks of foes
who are within range for 1 round.

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 Call God Call Guard Dog
Level: 10 Level: 2
Magic Points: 1,800 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Air Discipline: Air
Range: Unlimited Range: 1 mile
Area: 1 god Area: 1 creature
Duration: Instantaneous Duration: 2d6 hours
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell summons a god. Description: A wild or domesticated dog from the
This spell may not be cast by 1 caster, but surrounding mile is summoned to serve the
requires multiple druids; this is a circle spell. caster. The dog will bark continuously and
The druids must select a god. The sum- as loudly as possible whenever it sees any
moned god will appear in physical form in being larger than 2’ in height or length ap-
the center of the druidic circle. Regardless proach within 100’ of the caster. If the dog
of the disposition of the god, the god is is attacked, then it will attempt to remove
likely to be upset that it has been forced to the genitalia of the foe by biting, locking,
appear in its current location by mortals. and pulling. The dog will not be distracted
Once the god appears, the circle of druids from its duties. For example, a male dog

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does not have influence over the god. The may become erect if a bitch (in any con-
Aedile determines the reaction of the god. text) wanders past, but miraculously, he will
not chase her in hopes of procreation. At
the end of the spell, the dog is finally al-
Call Greater Item lowed to urinate, lick its balls, and runs home.
Level: 4
Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Air Call Lesser Being
Range: Touch Level: 2
Area: 1 item Magic Points: 16
Duration: 1 day per level of the caster Discipline: Air
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Range: 300’
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Area: 1 creature
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Description: The item summoned may weigh no to the level of the caster
more than 100 lbs. It is impossible to sum- Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
mon a part or portion of an object; the Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
whole or entire object must be summoned. Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
For instance, it is impossible to summon a Description: A being of 10-20 LP is summoned by
brain without the creature that must accom- the caster to do their bidding. The creature
pany it, unless of course it was already dis- that arrives is determined by the Aedile’s
membered. The item cannot be magical. discretion, though there is only a 10% chance
Upon completion of the spell, the item van- of failure if a true name is known. Most
ishes, returning to its original place prior to commonly, these arrive: dogs, kobolds, elves,
summoning. female humans, big snakes, etc. After the
duration of the spell, the summoned crea-
ture returns to their original location.

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 Call Light Call Lightning
Level: 1 Level: 4
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Air Discipline: Air
Range: 50’ Range: 1 mile
Area: 25’ radius that may be mobile Area: 1 creature or object
Duration: 2 minutes to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell conjures electrical
Description: Casting this spell summons light as energy from the surrounding sky and
bright as torch-light. The light is summoned harnasses it together into a single destruc-
to a single point within the range as deter- tive bolt. During the casting of the spell,
mined by the caster. From this point, the the caster must specify the target creature
light will shine with the brightness of torch- or object as a location of the strike. Energy
light for the duration of the spell. In total gathers above during the 1st round, though
darkness, the light will reasonably illuminate it cannot be seen, heard, or otherwise de-
an area of 25’ radius. tected. Regardless of the caster’s initiative,
If the light is summoned onto a a bolt of lightning strikes the target at the
point within the radius, and the point is beginning of the 2nd round. The lightning
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mobile, then the light will move with the bolt causes 10d10 IP or LP damage. Due to
point. However, if the mobile point at any thunder, those within 50’ must pass a Health
time exceeds the range of the spell, then the sub-ability check at TH 14 or become deaf
light will cease and the spell will end prema- permanently. Thunder will be heard miles
turely. away.
If the light is summoned into an eye
of a living creature, then it may blind that
eye of the creature for 1d6 rounds if they
fail a Health sub-ability check at TH 17. If
1 eye is blinded, then the Aedile will apply a
penalty of - 3 to all attack skill checks for
the duration of the spell.

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 Call Maggots Call Magic Mail
Level: 1 Level: 1
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Air Discipline: Air
Range: 50’ Range: Touch
Area: 10’ x 10’ Area: 1 target creature
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2d6 rounds
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell summons magical
Description: Casting this spell summons 1d1000 energy that protects 1 target creature by pro-
maggots into the area designated by the viding a bonus of 5 to CA. The target crea-
caster. Maggots feast only upon dead flesh. ture must be touched successfully. If the
If only living creatures are present within target creature resists being touched, then
the area, then the maggots will crawl over the caster must make a Brawling skill check
their bodies, eating away only dead flesh such (see Chap. 8: Skills). After the duration of
as dandruff; this is actually healthy for the the spell, the protective magical energy re-
skin. turns to its original location.
However, if any cadaver is within the

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area, including an undead creature, then the
maggots will swarm it within the next round.
Thereafter, the maggots will eat flesh at a
rate presented below:

N um be r of Maggots Cons um ption Rate

1 -5 1 1 LP/we e k
5 1 -1 0 0 1 LP/da y
1 0 1 -2 5 0 1 LP/hour
2 5 1 -5 0 0 1 LP/mi nute
5 0 1 -7 5 0 1 LP/1 0 rounds
7 5 1 -1 , 0 0 0 1 LP/round

After the duration of the spell, the

summoned maggots return to their original
location.

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 Call Object Call Quake
Level: 2 Level: 6
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Air Discipline: Air
Range: Special Range: 1 mile
Area: Special Area: 100,000 cubic feet
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2d4 rounds
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell summons an earth-
Description: Casting this spell summons a non- quake to occur at the designated area. The
living object from the surrounding area to earth opens a rift around the area of effect,
rest in the hand of the caster. The object which must be within 100’ x 100’ x 100’. All
may weigh no more than 10% of the weight who are within the area fall to the bottom
of the caster. Also, the object may not ex- of the rift. At the end of the spell, the rift
ceed 1 cubic foot in size per level of the closes, sealing as though nothing ever hap-
caster. Consult the table below to determine pened. All within suffer 4d1000 x 10 IP or
the maximum range within which the ob- LP of damage until crushed or dead.
ject may be summoned:
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Cas te r Le ve l Range
1 1 0 fe e t
2 5 0 fe e t
3 1 0 0 fe e t
4 -5 2 0 0 fe e t
6 -7 5 0 0 fe e t
8 -9 1 , 0 0 0 fe e t
1 0 -1 2 1 mi l e
1 3 -1 4 1 0 mi l e s
>1 4 1 0 0 mi l e s

After the duration of the spell, the

summoned object will return to its original
location. The object may not be magical.

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 Call Termites Call Tidal Wave
Level: 1 Level: 5
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 40
Discipline: Air Discipline: Air
Range: 1 mile Range: 1 mile
Area: 100,000 cubic feet Area: 100,000 cubic feet
Duration: Permanent Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell summons a colony Description: Casting this spell summons a tidal
of termites. To determine the number of wave that is 100’ tall and over 100’ wide. The
termites in the colony, roll 1d1000 and mul- tidal wave appears instantly and falls upon
tiply the result by 1,000. Termites are in- whatever is in the area, distributing 4d1000
sects, and mistakenly called white ants. These IP or LP of damage.
insects feed on wood. Termites tunnel their Though damage is distributed imme-
way through wood, into which they burrow diately, the circumstances and environment
to obtain food. Given enough time, they affect the next few minutes. After the initial
burrow through the wood until nothing re- distribution of damage, the waters will dis-
mains but a shell. To determine how much perse appropriately. The after-effects of this

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wood may be eaten per hour by the termites, much water being summoned to the area is
consult the following table: the Aedile’s discretion.

N um be r Pounds
1,000 - 100,000 1
100,001 - 200,000 5
200,001 - 300,000 10
300,001 - 400,000 15
400,001 - 500,000 20
500,001 - 600,000 25
600,001 - 700,000 30
700,001 - 800,000 35
800,001 - 900,000 40
900,001 - 1,000,000 45

After the duration of the spell, the

summoned termites return to their original
location.

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 Call Vermin they will abandon their target and flee. While
Level: 5 the spell is in effect, the target is unable to
Magic Points: 40 react if Overbearing is successful. Whether
Discipline: Air Overbearing occurs or not, the target suf-
Range: 1 mile fers a number of Life Points of damage per
Area: 10’ x 10’ round equal to 1% of the number of ro-
Duration: 2d6 rounds dents in the horde. Every round that ro-
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic dents gnaw upon the target, the Aedile makes
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic a secret roll to determine whether or not
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic the target has acquired a disease. Note that
Description: This spell summons a horde of it is possible to acquire multiple diseases. The
1d1000 red-eyed rodents from the surround- Aedile’s check equals the target’s Health sub-
ing mile to simultaneously attempt to devour ability check at TH 16. If a disease is ac-
anything within the specified area. To de- quired, then roll 1d100 and consult the table
termine how many pounds of vermin at- below:
tack a target, multiply the number in the Roll D is e as e
horde by 2. The swarming black massive 0 1 -1 0 Anthra x
horde of vermin will attempt to Overbear 1 1 -3 0 Buboni c Pl a gue
any target within the area, as in the Wres- 3 1 -9 9 Ra bi e s
tling skill (see Chap. 8: Skills). If successful, 100 Undul a nt Fe v e r
then the horde will tear meat from the Further, if the victim survives, then
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victim’s skull. Once they Overbear the vic- for every round that rodents gnawed, they
tim, the rodents will gnash and gnaw at the lose 5% of their Facial Charisma due to scar-
skull first, and work their way from head to ring. There is also a 50% risk that the scar-
toe, picking every morsel to the bone. How- ring is permanent. After the duration of
ever, if the horde is exposed to any fire, then the spell, the summoned vermin return to
their original location.

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 Charm for Causing Separation Charm for Direct Vision
Level: 2 Level: 5
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 40
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Air
Range: 1 mile per level of the caster Range: 50’
Area: 2 characters originally on good terms Area: 9’ diameter circle, unless broken
Duration: 2 days to an exponential power equal to Duration: 1 round per level of the caster
the level of the caster Reference: PGM VII. 319-34.
Reference: PGM XII. 365-75. Chant: Let the earth be still, let the air be still, let
Chant: I call upon you, god, you who are in the the sea be still; let the winds also be still, and
empty air, you who are terrible, invisible, and do not be a hindrance to this my divination
great, you who afflict the earth and shake -- no sound, no loud cry, no hissing. For I
the universe, you who love disturbances and am a prophet, and since I am about to call a
hate stability and scatter the clouds from one terrible, fearful name, ‘KOLLA
another, IAIA IAKOUBIAI IO ERBETH, OLPHILOGEMALA ACHEROIO,’ open
IO PAKERBETH IO BOLCHOSETH the holy temple, the world built on the earth,
BASDOUMA PATATHNAX APOPSS because I am MANCHNOBIS
OSESRO ATAPH THABRAOU EO CHOLCHOBE MALASET IAT
THATHTHABRA BORARA THANNOUITA KERTOMENOU
AROBREITHA BOLCHOSETH PAKERBAO KRAMMASIRAT

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KOKKOLOIPTOLE RAMBITHNIPS: MOMOMO MELASOUT PEU PHRE.
give to him, (speak the name of the first vic- Open my ears so that you may reveal to me
tim), the son of her, (speak the name of the concerning those things I ask you to answer
mother of the first victim), strife, war; and me. Come on, come on; immediately, im-
to him, (speak the name of the second vic- mediately; quickly, quickly; and speak con-
tim), the son of her, (speak the name of the cerning those things about which I ques-
mother of the second victim), odiousness, tioned you. Appear to me, I command you,
enmity. for I am IEO BELPHENO, who considers
Ingredients: A pot of smoked fish and a bronze this matter.”
stylus
Ritual: On a pot of smoked fish inscribe a spell
with a bronze stylus and recite it afterwards
and put it where they (your victims) are,
where they usually return, repeating at the
same time the chant.
Description: Casting this spell separates 2 charac-
ters who are otherwise on good terms.
Though this spell is primarily intended to
separate 2 male friends, it may also sepa-
rate husband and wife.

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 Ingredients: Copper vessel, male frankincense Charm Small Mammal
Ritual: Take the copper vessel, pour rainwater into Level: 1
it, and make an offering of male frankin- Magic Points: 8
cense. Speak the chant. Discipline: Ether
Description: This spell summons a spirit to answer Range: 50’
a question asked by the caster. Once the Area: 1 non-humanoid mammal
spirit appears, the caster may ask the ques- Duration: 1d6 minutes
tion. When finished and desiring to dismiss Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
the spirit, say: “Go away, for my Health and Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
well-being.” While bound within the circle, Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
the spirit is also bound to speak the truth. Description: The effect of this spell is to subdue a
If the spirit does not know the answer, it non-humanoid mammal of 10 LP or less to
must admit ignorance. If the circle is bro- obey simple commands from the caster. The
ken, then the spirit is no longer bound by charmed mammal will not understand
the caster and may leave. The Aedile deter- speech, but only the simplest of the caster’s
mines the knowledge and behavior of the thoughts. For example, it may understand:
spirit. Even though the spirit is bound by help me, kill them, defend me, or guard this. Con-
the caster and must be truthful, the spirit versely, the mammal will not understand
does not have to behave respectfully. thoughts such as: take the sword from his hand,
get his attention, bring me food, etc.
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Charm to Break Enchantment

Level: 4
Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Air
Range: None
Area: Caster
Duration: 1 hour per spell level
Reference: PGM XXXVI. 256-64.
Chant: None
Ingredients: A 3-cornered sherd (shard)
Ritual: Taking a 3-cornered sherd from the fork
of a road -- pick it up with your left hand --
inscribe it with ink and hide it. Write:
ASSTRAELOS CHRAELOS, dissolve ev-
ery enchantment against me, (write your own
name), for I conjure you by the great and
terrible names that the winds fear and the
rocks split when they hear it.
Description: Casting this spell nullifies or breaks
all spells from the ether discipline in effect
by others regarding the caster.

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 Charm to Break Spells Charm to Induce Insomnia II
Level: 3 Level: 4
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Earth
Range: Self Range: 2 miles to an exponential power equal to
Area: 3’ radius to an exponential power equal to the level of the caster
the level of the caster Area: 1 female
Duration: Permanent/Instantaneous Duration: Permanent until caster negates it
Reference: PGM XXXVI. 178-87. Reference: PGM XII. 376-96.
Chant: None Chant: None
Ingredients: Lead Ingredients: A living bat and ink
Ritual: Take lead and draw on it a unique figure Ritual: Take a living bat and on the right wing paint
holding a torch in its right hand, in its left - with ink a picture of a man with long hair
- and at the left -- a knife, and on its head 3 sitting on a chair. On the left wing write the
falcons, and under its legs a scarab, and un- following: “I call upon you, great god,
der the scarab a serpent. T H A T H A B A T H A T H
Description: Casting this spell will break other spells. PETENNABOUTHI PEPTOU BAST
Provided that the caster is of equal or greater EIESOUS OUAIR AMOUN OUTHI
occupational level (except priests, who must ASCHELIDONETH BATHARIBATH; let
exceed the level) and that they have more her, (name the female you would like to have

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MP when the spell is cast than the caster permanent insomnia), lie awake through the
whose spell they wish to break, all spells in whole night and day, until she dies, immedi-
effect and cast by others will cease. ately, immediately; quickly, quickly.”
Perform this spell at the waning of
the moon and the woman will die for lack
Charm to Induce Insomnia I of sleep, without lasting 7 days. This charm
Level: 1 cannot at any time have an antidote. But if
Magic Points: 8 you at some time wish one, do not release
Discipline: Ether the bat, but keep it in custody, and do this as
Range: 100 yards per level of the caster well: when you want to release it, wash off
Area: 1 female with spring water that has been written on
Duration: The night following the casting the wings and release the bird. But do not
Reference: PGM VII. 374-76. use this spell save for a great intrigue.
Chant: None Description: Casting this spell will cause a speci-
Ingredients: A seashell fied female to suffer from insomnia until the
Ritual: Take the ingredient and write: “IPSAE caster releases her from the spell or until she
IAOAI, let her, (speak the name of the fe- dies on the 7th day.
male to be affected), daughter of (speak the
name of the female’s mother), lie awake be-
cause of me.” That night she will lie awake.
Description: Casting this spell causes 1 named fe-
male to lie awake, unable to sleep, for 1 night.

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 Charm to Inflict Harm I it up with thread and a bronze needle, hang
Level: 2 it up on a reed from your property by means
Magic Points: 16 of hairs from the tip of the tail of a black
Discipline: Fire ox, at the east of the property near the ris-
Range: 1 mile ing of the sun.
Area: 1 victim On the lamella, write: “OUSIRI
Duration: 1d100 hours SESEGGENBARPHARGGES
Reference: PGM XXXVI. 231-55. OUSIRIISESE SIRISESE IRISESE
Chant: Supreme angels, just as this frog drips with RISESE ISESE SESEG ESEG SEGGEN
blood and dries up, so also will the body of EGGEN GGEN GE GGENBARPH
him, (speak the name of the character to be GGENBARPH GENBARPH
harmed), whom (speak the name of the GENBARPH ENBARPH BA B.
mother of the character to be harmed) bore, “ E R I K I S E P H E A R A R ACH-
because I conjure you, who are in command ARAPHTHISKERA RIKISIPHTHEARA-
of fire MASKELLI MASKELLO. RACHARAEPHTHISIKER IKISIP-
Ingredients: A lead lamella (thin metal plate), HTHEARARACHARAEPHTHISIKE.”
bronze stylus, blood from a bat, a frog, Description: Casting this spell inflicts harm on 1
thread, bronze needle, reed, and hairs of a chosen victim. The caster must roll 1d100
black ox. to determine the amount of damage in LP
Ritual: Take a lead lamella and inscribe with a bronze that the victim loses. This damage will oc-
stylus the following names, and after smear- cur steadily during 1d100 hours. If the vic-
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ing it with blood from a bat, roll up the tim loses 100% of their life, then they die.
lamella in the usual fashion. Cut open a frog When the spell expires, the victim will heal
and put it into its stomach. After stitching naturally.

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 Charm to Inflict Harm II Charm to Inflict Harm III
Level: 4 Level: 5
Magic Points: 32 Magic Points: 40
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Fire
Range: 1 mile Range: 1 mile
Area: Those who bring charges against the Area: 1 female
caster Duration: 1 hour per level of the caster
Duration: Permanent Reference: PGM LXIV. 1-12.
Reference: PGM LI. 1-27. Chant: Strike ill, attract, send a dream. I call upon
Chant: I exhort you, demon of the dead and the you by your sacred names, PSINA PSINA
necessity of death which has happened in KRADIDA PSIOMOIPS....Make her writhe
your case, image of the gods, to hear my at my feet for a short time.
request and to avenge me, (speak your name), Ingredients: None
whom (speak your mother’s name) bore, Ritual: Speak the chant
because a charge has been brought against Description: Casting this spell causes a woman to
me. And I exhort you not to listen to those suffer for a duration. This writhing pain will
who have brought charges against me, never be forgotten. The female will con-
wicked men ungodly toward me. I ask you, vulse painfully and continuously. When the
demon of the dead, not to listen to them spell expires, every muscle in her body will
but to listen only to me, (speak your own ache for 1d4 days.

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name), since I am pious toward the gods,
and to cause them to be ill for their whole
life. Charm to Open a Door
Ingredients: None Level: 2
Ritual: Speak the chant Magic Points: 16
Description: Casting this spell will cause those who Discipline: Ether
bring charges against the caster to acquire a Range: Touch
random disease (see Chap. 2: Body). Charges Area: 1 door
are more than simple slander, they must be Duration: Permanent
public, though not necessarily formal or le- Reference: PGM XXXVI. 312-20.
gal. Public, here, means the charges must Chant: Open up for me, open up for me, door bolt;
be told to a group of at least 10 characters. be opened, be opened, door bolt, because I
Rumors and gossip spread individually do am ARCHEPHRENEPSOU PHIRIGX.
not count. Ingredients: An unfallen umbilical cord and ink
Ritual: Take from a firstborn ram an umbilical cord
that has not fallen to the ground, and after
mixing in ink, apply it to the door bolts when
you want to open a door, and speak the
chant, and you will open it immediately.
Description: Casting this spell will open a door,
whether it is sealed by magic or rust.

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 Charm to Subject Cloak
Level: 6 Level: 9
Magic Points: 48 Magic Points: 270
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Earth
Range: 1 mile Range: Touch
Area: 1 victim Area: See below
Duration: Caster’s whim, but the spell must be Duration: Permanent
maintained by concentration, so the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
may not perform other activities or cast Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
other spells. Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Reference: PGM X. 36-50. Description: Casting this spell will magically hide a
Chant: Just as these sacred names are being large area by imbuing every creature and item
trampled, so also let him, (speak the name within the area with an ethereal Cloak. The
of the character), the trouble-maker, be matter within the area is ethereal and invis-
trampled. ible to others who are not so imbued. Ev-
Ingredients: A lamella (metal leaf or thin metal eryone affected by the Cloak can see each
plate) and a frog’s tongue. other and interact normally. Matter inside
Ritual: Take a lamella from a yoke for mules and the area at the time of casting is imbued with
engrave on it the following names and put a an ethereal cloak. For example, a character
frog’s tongue in it. inside seems to become ethereal. This char-
ABRASAX
acter may leave the area, but since the effect
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IOCHCH
AEEIOYO CHYCH MICHAEL NYSEU
EEIOYOA CHYBACHYCH RAPHAEL NYCHIEU of this spell is limited to the specified area,
EIOYOAE BACHACHYCH GABRIEL AOCHE
IOYOAEE BAKAXICHYCH SOURIEL MECHEU if this character leaves the area then they
OYOAEEI BAZABACHYCH ZAZIEL IAO
YOAEEIO BADETOPHOTH BADAKIEL SABAOTH will be visible as normal. If non-ethereal
OAEEIOY BAINCHOOOCH SYLIEL ADONAI
ABRASAX Subject him, (write the name of the character), to me immediately; quickly, matter enters the cloaked area, then it will
quickly.
z not be noticed by those who are cloaked.
When the metal leaf with the frog’s If ethereal matter enters the cloaked area,
tongue is put into your right sandal, speak then it may be noticed by those who are
the chant. cloaked. Once a cloaked character or ob-
Description: With the casting of this spell, a per- ject leaves the cloaked area, it will not regain
son named by the caster will be trampled as its ethereal Cloak upon entering the affected
long as the caster wears an engraved lamella area again.
under their sandal. 4d8 LP of damage oc- This spell may only be cast by mul-
cur every round. tiple druids in a circle; Cloak is a circle spell.
The amount of area affected is de-
termined below:

Le ve l A ffe c te d A re a
<1 0 1 c ubi c qua rte r-mi l e
1 0 -1 2 1 c ubi c ha l f-mi l e
1 3 -1 5 1 c ubi c mi l e
1 6 -1 8 2 c ubi c mi l e s
1 9 -2 1 5 c ubi c mi l e s
2 2 -2 4 1 0 c ubi c mi l e s
2 5 -2 7 2 0 c ubi c mi l e s
>2 7 1 0 0 c ubi c mi l e s

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 Coal Foot Cocoon
Level: 1 Level: 5
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 40
Discipline: Water Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: 1d6 minutes Duration: 2 minutes to an exponential power equal
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the creature Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
touched to gain the ability to walk across or Description: Casting this spell causes the target
upon non-magical fire barefoot without ex- creature, regardless of size, to become
periencing pain or damage. However, non- trapped inside a cocoon. The target crea-
magical fire may be applied to other parts ture must be touched successfully. If the
of the body of the target creature with nor- target creature resists being touched, then
mal and damaging effects. The target crea- the caster must make a Brawling skill check
ture must be touched successfully. If the (see Chap. 8: Skills).
target creature resists being touched, then A cocoon will form instantly. The
the caster must make a Brawling skill check cocoon is formed largely from silk, and is a

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(see Chap. 8: Skills). quickly hardening material with high tensile
strength. Only a creature with a Strength
sub-ability of 500 or more can either break
out of or into such a cocoon by brute force.
If the entrapped target creature breathes to
stay alive, then they will suffocate in time as
per the choking maneuver in the Wrestling
skill (see Chap. 8: Skills).
If the trapped target creature has a
Strength sub-ability of 300 or more, then
they are not fully unable to move; they may
move 1d4 limbs (1d100)% of their normally
unhindered range. Most trapped target crea-
tures immediately find a sharp object, such
as a dagger, and cut a hole through the co-
coon for air (requires 2d10 IP of damage),
and then free themselves (2d100 IP required
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 Coercive Spell for Restraining Conflagration
Level: 3 Level: 7
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 56
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Fire
Range: 1 mile Range: 1 mile
Area: 1 limb Area: 250’ blast radius
Duration: 2 minutes to an exponential power equal Duration: Instantaneous
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Reference: PGM VII. 394-95. Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: SPHEDEMOUR BIRBIA ECHI Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
EROPHTHI ATARMETRA CHELOOPS. Description: Casting this spell causes incomprehen-
Ingredients: None sible burning damage. The caster must
Ritual: Speak the chant. choose a central point within the range.
Description: Casting this spell causes 1 limb of a From this central point, a fiery blast will ex-
character or creature whom the caster envi- plode violently and implode again within 1
sions to become useless and immobile. round. Anything within the area is subjected
to 2d100 IP or LP. Vegetation will not grow
in this area for 1 year. The explosion will be
Complete Healing heard and felt up to a half-mile away.
Level: 6
Magic Points: 48
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Discipline: Water
Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature touched
Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
heal 1 creature without limitation. The tar-
get creature must be touched successfully.
If the target creature resists being touched,
then the caster must make a Brawling skill
check (see Chap. 8: Skills). If successful, then
the creature regains their full potential of
LP if they are wounded, regardless of the
number. If missed, then the spell is wasted.

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 Contraceptive Spell Convert to Cannibal
Level: 3 Level: 3
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 24
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Ether
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: A woman’s genitals Area: 1 target creature
Duration: Number of years of sterility according Duration: 2 days to an exponential power equal
to the number of seeds used. to the level of the caster
Reference: PGM XXXVI. 320-32. Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: None Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: Bittervetch seeds, frog, a seed of hen- Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
bane, mare’s milk, nasal mucus of a cow, Description: Casting this spell converts a target
grains of barley, leather skin made from a creature to cannibalism for the duration of
fawn, mulehide skin the spell. For the duration of the spell, the
Ritual: Take as many bittervetch seeds as you want target creature will demonstrate a distaste for
for the number of years you wish to remain most food, and clearly prefer to eat their own
sterile. Steep them in the menses of a men- race or species. Target creatures that are con-
struating woman. Let them steep in her own verted to cannibalism will not act stupidly,
genitals. And take a frog that is alive and but may cunningly attempt to eat their own
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so that the frog swallows them, and release The target creature must be touched
the frog alive at the place where you cap- successfully. If the target creature resists
tured him. And take a seed of henbane, being touched, then the caster must make a
steep it in mare’s milk; and take the nasal Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). If
mucus of a cow, with grains of barley, put the target creature passes a Wisdom ability
these into a leather skin made from a fawn check at TH 20, then the spell is ineffective.
and on the outside bind it up with mulehide
skin, and attach it as an amulet during the
waning of the moon. Mix in also with the
barley grains cerumen from the ear of a
mule.
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 Cover Tracks Cryogenics
Level: 1 Level: 3
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 24
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Fire
Range: None Range: 200’
Area: A mobile 25’ radius around the caster Area: 1 target
Duration: 2 minutes to an exponential power equal Duration: Instantaneous
to the caster’s level Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell releases cold energy
Description: For the duration of this spell, the area in the form of a thin beam that projects
around the caster is untraceable. This ap- forth from the end of 1 finger of the caster.
plies to all area that had been affected. For For the beam to be aimed and therefore
instance, a sorcerer casts this spell and gets connect with the target, a successful Aim
away on their wagon. All area that the wagon skill check must be made (see Chap. 8: Skills).
has covered during the duration of the spell The beam of cold energy causes 2d20 LP
will leave no tracks. Thus, the first few min- of damage by freezing solid this proportion
utes of their getaway are permanently un- of the target creature. Consult the Body
traceable. Part Proportion table in Chapter 2: Body to
determine the location of the ray’s contact.
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If the entire head or torso becomes

Create Species frozen, then the target creature must pass a
Level: 10 Health sub-ability check at TH 14 to remain
Magic Points: 1,800 alive. Each minute thereafter, they must pass
Discipline: Earth a check, though the TH increases by 1 every
Range: Touch minute until they are thawed completely.
Area: Earth Movement may be hindered as well
Duration: Instantaneous when body parts are frozen. The Aedile
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic must decide the effects. If a limb is frozen,
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic then consult the Useless/Missing Body Part
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Penalties table in Chapter 10: Combat.
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to Thawing time equals 2 minutes per
create a mortal species. If a mortal casts LP of damage. The rate of thawing may be
this spell, then it is likely to upset gods. The affected by the temperature of the environ-
player must consult the Aedile to determine ment and is subject to the Aedile’s discre-
what is admissible. tion.

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 Cryoprobe Cup Spell
Level: 1 Level:4
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Ether
Range: 50’ Range: Ingestion
Area: 1 target Area: 1 specific female
Duration: Instantaneous Duration: Special
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Reference: PGM VII. 643-51.
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: You are wine; you are not wine. The guts
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic of IAO PAKERBETH SEMESILAM
Description: Casting this spell releases cold energy OOO E PATACHNA IAAA. At whatever
in the form of a thin beam that projects hour you descend into the guts of her, (speak
forth from the end of 1 finger of the caster. the name of the desired female), let her love
For the beam to be aimed and therefore me, (speak your own name), for all the time
connect with the target, a successful Aim of her life.
skill check must be made (see Chap. 8: Skills). Ingredients: A cup of wine
The beam of cold energy causes 1d10 Life Ritual: Speak the chant to the cup 7 times
Points of damage. Description: Once this spell is cast, the cup of wine
must be drunk by the desired female so
named in the chant within the day. If not,

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Cryotherapy then the spell is ineffective. If the desired
Level: 1 female drinks the entire cup of wine within
Magic Points: 8 the same day that the spell was cast, then
Discipline: Water she will immediately fall in eternal love with
Range: Touch the caster.
Area: 1 target
Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell releases cold energy
through touch. The target creature must be AMICULE.DELICIAE.
touched successfully. If the target creature
resists being touched, then the caster must NUM.IS.SUM.
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: QUI.MENTIAR.TIBI
Skills). If touched, then damage will not
occur, but a cold sensation will be felt.
The common application of this
spell is to prevent further swelling of a
wound. While it does not heal, no further
damage will occur with that wound. For in- Baby, sweetheart,
stance, if a character is unconscious, then
they are more likely to stabilize. would I lie to you?

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 De Medicamentis Decortication
Level: 6 Level: 4
Magic Points: 48 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Water Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Direct line of sight
Area: 1 diseased, unhealthy, or wounded creature Area: 1 square foot of flesh per level of the caster
Duration: Permanent Duration: Instantaneous
Reference: Arcana Mundi, p. 72 Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: Go away, no matter whether you originated Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
today or earlier: this disease, this illness, this Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
pain, this swelling, this redness, this goiter, Description: Casting this spell causes the skin of a
these tonsils, this abscess, this tumor, these target creature seen by the caster during cast-
glands and the little glands I call forth, I lead ing to be peeled from their body. The skin
forth, through this spell, from these limbs begins peeling at 1d4 body parts, which are
and bones. determined by rolling 1d100 and consulting
Ingredients: None Body Part Proportion in Chapter 2: Body. The
Ritual: Recite the chant while sober and touching Aedile must estimate the percentage of skin
the relevant part of the body with 3 fingers: that has been peeled. This equals the per-
thumb, middle finger, and ring finger; the centage of LP suffered in damage.
other 2 are stretched out. Unless bandaged immediately, the
Description: Casting this spell cures a disease, heals skinned victim will lose a number of LP per
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a wound, or brings a creature back to health. round equal to the estimated percentage
The power of this spell is its diversity of above due to blood loss.
applications and its disregard for LP. Re- If the victim survives being skinned
gardless of the points considered, it is healed alive, the skinned body parts will not feel
or restored in 1 creature. The target crea- pain, since nerve endings are in the flesh.
ture must be touched successfully. If the
target creature resists being touched, then
the caster must make a Brawling skill check
(see Chap. 8: Skills).

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 Defenistration Demokritos’ Sphere
Level: 1 Level: 2
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Ether
Range: Direct line of sight Range: 50’
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 sick character
Duration: Instantaneous Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Reference: PGM XII. 351-64.
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: None
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: None
Description: Casting this spell causes a creature or Ritual: Find out which day of the month the sick
object seen by the caster to be ejected out character took to bed. Figure the numero-
the nearest window. If there is not a win- logical number of the name of the sick char-
dow within 100’, then the spell fails. The acter [see the Divination (Numerology) skill
target creature will feel an invisible force. in Chap. 8: Skills]. Add the number of their
The force will push them toward the win- name to the day of the month they became
dow at a rate of 100’ per round, regardless sick and divide by 30. Look up the quotient
of resistance. If the character has room, on the ‘sphere’: if the number is on the up-
then their only hope is to run away from per register, then the character will live, but
the force and, of course, avoid the window. if it is on the lower register, then the char-

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acter will die.

1 10 19
2 11 20
3 13 23
4 14 25
7 16 26
9 17 27
5 15 22
6 18 28
8 21 29
12 24 30

Description: This spell cannot be learned or cast

without already having the skill of Divina-
tion (Numerology) in Chapter 8: Skills.

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 Demokritos’ Table Gimmicks To be able to eat garlic and not stink: Bake beetroots
Level: 1 and eat them. This may also be used as a
Magic Points: 16 breath freshener.
Discipline: Ether To keep an old woman from either chattering or drinking
Range: Special, see below too much: Mince some pine and put it in her
Area: Special, see below mixed wine.
Duration: Special, see below To make the gladiators painted on the cups “fight”: Smoke
Reference: PGM VII. 167-86. some hare’s head underneath them.
Chant: None To make cold food burn the banqueter: Soak a squill in
Ingredients: Listed below, if any hot water and give it to him to wash with.
Ritual: Listed below To relieve him: Apply oil.
Description: Originating from Demokritos, 1 of To let those who have difficulty intermingling, those who
the first mages from ages past, this spell con- are shy in a social setting, perform well: Give gum
sists of many uses for minor magic. They mixed with wine and honey to be smeared
are as follows: on the face.
To make bronzeware look like it’s made of gold: Mix na- To be able to drink a lot and not get drunk: Eat a baked
tive sulfur with chalky soil and wipe it off. pig’s lung.
This spell has been recognized as the begin- To be able to travel a long way home and not get thirsty:
nings of alchemy. Gulp down an egg beaten in wine.
To make an egg become like an apple: Boil the egg and To be able to copulate a lot: Grind up 50 tiny pinecones
smear it with a mixture of egg-yolk and red with 2 ounces of sweet wine and 2 pepper
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wine. grains and drink it.

To make the chef unable to light the burner: Set a house- To get an erection when you want: Grind up a pepper
leek plant on his stove. with some honey and coat your “thing.”

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 Detect Air Detect Emotion
Level: 1 Level: 4
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Ether
Range: None Range: 50’
Area: 50’ radius Area: 1 creature
Duration: Instantaneous Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to Description: The caster is able to detect the domi-
be able to detect the element of air in the nant emotion felt by a target creature at the
area. moment, unless they are protected by some
sort of spell that prevents detection. Only
1 emotion may be detected. The following
Detect Choleric Temperament primary emotions may be detected:
Level: 2 Prim ar y Em otions
Magic Points: 16 Ac c e pta nc e Fe a r
Discipline: Ether Ange r Joy
Range: None Anti c i pa ti on Sa dne ss

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Area: 50’ radius Di sgust Surpri se
Duration: Instantaneous However, in some circumstances, 2
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic emotions are felt in equal proportion, creat-
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic ing a blend. Depending on the discretion
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic of the Aedile, the following secondary emo-
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to tions may be useful:
be able to detect the scent of any and all
primarily choleric characters in the area un- Se c ondar y Em otion Prim ar y Com pone nts
less they are protected by some sort of spell Ag gre ssi on Ange r a nd Anti c i pa ti on
that prevents detection. The caster is un- Awe Fe a r a nd Surpri se
Conte mpt Ange r a nd Di sgust
able to discern the exact characters unless Di sa ppoi ntme nt Sa dne ss a nd Surpri se
they are within 10’ of the caster or are alone. Lov e Ac c e pta nc e a nd Joy
O pti mi sm Anti c i pa ti on a nd Joy
Re morse Di sgust a nd Sa dne ss
Submi ssi on Ac c e pta nc e a nd Fe a r
Detect Earth
Level: 1
Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Ether
Range: None
Area: 50’ radius
Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
be able to detect the element of earth in the
area.

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 Detect Ether Detect Evanescence
Level: 1 Level: 7
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 56
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Ether
Range: None Range: None
Area: 50’ radius Area: 2’ radius to an exponential power equal to
Duration: Instantaneous the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
be able to detect the element of ether in the Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
area. Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
be able to detect and locate the presence of
evanescent or invisible creatures. All crea-
Detect Ethicality tures in the area will have a glowing black
Level: 3 aura around them for the duration of the
Magic Points: 24 spell. Only the caster can see the aura. It is
Discipline: Ether often difficult to discern any details about a
Range: None creature with this aura, including its race.
Area: 50’ radius Because the aura is black, it is impossible for
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Duration: Instantaneous the caster to see it without proper light.

Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Detect Fire
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to Level: 1
be able to detect the scent of any and all Magic Points: 8
ethical characters in the area unless protected Discipline: Ether
by some sort of spell that prevents detec- Range: None
tion. Note that it is impossible to discern Area: 50’ radius
the exact characters unless they are within Duration: Instantaneous
10’ of the caster or alone. Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
be able to detect the element of fire in the
area.

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 Detect Immorality Detect Lie
Level: 3 Level: 4
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Ether
Range: None Range: None
Area: 50’ radius Area: 50’ radius
Duration: Instantaneous Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: The caster is able to detect the scent Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
of any and all immoral characters in the area Description: The caster is able to detect the scent
unless they are protected by some sort of of any and all lies as they are spoken in the
spell that prevents detection. The caster is area, unless they are protected by some sort
unable to discern the exact characters un- of spell that prevents detection. The caster
less they are within 10’ of the caster or are is unable to discern the exact characters un-
alone. less they are within 10’ of the caster or are
alone. The scent is not stronger or weaker
depending on the degree of lying. Each
Detect Inferiority statement made is either truthful as far as

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Level: 4 the teller knows, or it is not. Hence, a white
Magic Points: 32 lie is still a lie.
Discipline: Ether
Range: None
Area: 50’ radius Detect Magic
Duration: Instantaneous Level: 1
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Magic Points: 8
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Discipline: Ether
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Range: None
Description: The caster is able to detect the scent Area: 50’ radius from the caster
of any and all creatures who are numerically Duration: Instantaneous
inferior to the caster in 1 parameter that is Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
selected and declared upon casting. The se- Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
lected parameter may be LP, MP, PP, any Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
ability or sub-ability, height, or any other Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
parameter approved by the Aedile. immediately sense the presence of magic
nearby. Though this is unclear, the caster
may discern whether the magic is weak,
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 Detect Melancholic Temperament Detect Object
Level: 2 Level: 6
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Ether
Range: None Range: Special
Area: 50’ radius Area: 1 object
Duration: Instantaneous Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
be able to detect the scent of any and all be able to detect any object. The more
primarily melancholic characters in the area familar the caster is with the object, the easier
unless they are protected by some sort of it is to detect it. The caster must pass a Spa-
spell that prevents detection. The caster is tial sub-ability check as follows to detect the
unable to discern the exact characters un- object:
less they are within 10’ of the caster or are
alone. TH Exam ple
Ca ste r c a n de te c t onl y a l i fe l ong posse ssi on
<9
of the i r own.
Detect Morality Ca ste r c a n de te c t onl y a n obj e c t the y ha v e
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9 -1 3
se e n wi thi n the l a st we e k .
Level: 3 Ca ste r c a n de te c t onl y a n obj e c t the y ha v e
Magic Points: 24 1 4 -1 6
se e n wi thi n the l a st month.
Discipline: Ether Ca ste r c a n de te c t onl y a n obj e c t the y ha v e
1 7 -2 0
Range: None se e n wi thi n the l a st y e a r.
Area: 50’ radius Ca ste r c a n de te c t onl y a n obj e c t the y ha v e
2 1 -2 9
se e n wi thi n the l a st de c a de .
Duration: Instantaneous Ca ste r c a n de te c t onl y a n obj e c t the y ha v e
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic 3 0 -3 4
se e n be fore .
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ca ste r c a n de te c t a n obj e c t ne v e r se e n
>3 4
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic be fore .
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
be able to detect the scent of any and all
moral characters in the area unless they are
protected by some sort of spell that pre-
vents detection. The caster is unable to dis-
cern the exact beings unless they are within
10’ of the caster or are alone.

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 Objects may be detected at the fol- Detect Phlegmatic Temperament
lowing ranges: Level: 2
Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Ether
Cas te r Le ve l Range Range: None
1 -6 1 0 0 fe e t Area: 50’ radius
7 2 5 0 fe e t
8 1 , 0 0 0 fe e t
Duration: Instantaneous
9 1 mi l e Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
10 1 0 mi l e s Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
1 1 -1 2 1 0 0 mi l e s Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
1 3 -1 4 1 , 0 0 0 mi l e s Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
1 5 -1 6 1 0 , 0 0 0 mi l e s
1 7 -1 8 Curre nt pl a ne t
be able to detect the scent of any and all
>1 8 Uni v e rse a nd othe r pl a ne s primarily phlegmatic characters in the area
unless they are protected by some sort of
If the object is found, then the caster spell that prevents detection. The caster is
instantly knows the location of it, but only unable to discern the exact characters un-
by Spatial Intelligence. For instance, the less they are within 10’ of the caster or are
caster feels an urge that it is “this way,” but alone.
cannot visualize the immediate surroundings
of the object.

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Detect Sanguine Temperament
Level: 2
Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Ether
Range: None
Area: 50’ radius
Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
be able to detect the scent of any and all
primarily sanguine characters in the area
unless they are protected by some sort of
spell that prevents detection. The caster is
unable to discern the exact characters un-
less they are within 10’ of the caster or are
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 Detect Scent Detect Surface Thoughts
Level: 1 Level: 4
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Ether
Range: None Range: 50’
Area: 50’ radius Area: 1 creature
Duration: Instantaneous Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
be able to detect the scent of any and all Description: The caster is able to Detect Surface
living creatures in the area unless they are Thoughts of a target creature at the mo-
protected by some sort of spell that pre- ment, unless they are protected by some sort
vents detection. The caster is unable to dis- of spell that prevents detection. Surface
cern the exact creatures unless they are thoughts do not involve deeper consider-
within 10’ of the caster or are alone. ations or necessarily reflect a position that a
creature has taken on an issue. Instead, sur-
face thoughts are merely the thoughts that
Detect Superiority occur to the creature at the moment.
Level: 4 For example, if the surface thoughts
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Magic Points: 32 are detected of a virile male as an attractive

Discipline: Ether strumpet approaches, thoughts detected may
Range: None be “God, I’d give anything to shove my
Area: 50’ radius stovepipe into that!”
Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: The caster is able to detect the scent
of any and all creatures who are numerically
superior to the caster in 1 parameter that is
selected and declared upon casting. The
selected parameter may be LP, MP, PP, any
ability or sub-ability, height, or any other
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 Detect Thoughts Detect Unethicality
Level: 5 Level: 3
Magic Points: 40 Magic Points: 24
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Ether
Range: Touch Range: None
Area: 1 creature Area: 50’ radius
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: Instantaneous
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
Description: The caster is able to Detect Thoughts be able to detect the scent of any and all
of a target creature at the moment, unless unethical characters in the area unless they
they are protected by some sort of spell that are protected by some sort of spell that pre-
prevents detection. The target creature must vents detection. The caster is unable to dis-
be touched successfully. If the target crea- cern the exact characters unless they are
ture resists being touched, then the caster within 10’ of the caster or are alone.
must make a Brawling skill check (see Chap.
8: Skills).
Different from Detect Surface Detect Water

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Thoughts, Detect Thoughts allows the caster Level: 1
to probe the mind of the target creature Magic Points: 8
while touching their head. The caster must Discipline: Ether
decide which thought is to be detected. Range: None
Here, thoughts may be opinions on topics Area: 50’ radius
or issues. Duration: Instantaneous
It takes 1d6 rounds for the brain of Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
the target creature to reply. The reply is Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
unconscious. Instead, the caster is merely Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
silencing everything else in the brain except Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
for thoughts about that particular issue. be able to detect the element of water in
the area.

INTENTIO.CAECA.MALA

A hidden intention is an evil one.

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 Determine Magic Detonation
Level: 1 Level: 1
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 object Area: Special
Duration: 1 second Duration: Special
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: The effect of this spell is to deter- Description: Casting this spell allows the caster
mine the discipline of magic imbued in an to select a non-living target for Detonation.
object. If an item is imbued with magic, The target creature must be touched suc-
then it will glow with an aura, but only the cessfully. If the target creature resists being
caster can see it. Following is a table that touched, then the caster must make a Brawl-
delineates the color of each discipline: ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). The tar-
get cannot be more than 1 object. Only a
D is c ipline Color whole, non-partial, target can be detonated.
Ai r Whi te
E a rth Gre e n The size of the target to be deto-
E the r Bl a c k nated depends on the level of the caster;
Fi re Re d the caster can affect 2 cubic feet per expo-
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Wa te r Bl u e nential power equal to the level of the caster.

The blast radius is equal to the size
of the target in cubic feet to an exponential
power equal to the level of the caster. Upon
Detonation, everything within the blast ra-
dius incurs 1d10 IP or LP or damage.
The duration is determined ran-
domly by the Aedile as follows. First, roll
1d4. The unit of time is either (1) seconds,
(2) rounds, (3) minutes, or (4) hours. Next,
multiply 1 unit of this measurement by
1d100. This is the duration until Detona-
tion. The caster is unaware of the duration
until Detonation.
If the target determined to detonate
takes any damage whatsoever, then it deto-
nates immediately.
Since only non-living targets may be
selected, it is popular among casters to cast
this spell on the undead, which allows for
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 Develop Breasts Diminish Charisma
Level: 2 Level: 5
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 40
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 mammal Area: 1 creature
Duration: Permanent Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the breasts Description: Casting this spell causes 1 of the sub-
of a target creature to develop. The target abilities of Charisma of the target creature
creature must be touched successfully. If to diminish. Which sub-ability is affected is
the target creature resists being touched, then determined randomly by the Aedile with 1d4.
the caster must make a Brawling skill check The target creature must be touched suc-
(see Chap. 8: Skills). cessfully. If the target creature resists being
This spell may be cast on any mam- touched, then the caster must make a Brawl-
mal -- male or female, young or old. The ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). The ran-
effects of this spell are to increase the size domly selected sub-ability decreases by 1d12
of the breasts of the target creature. In fact, points.

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the breasts will increase the equivalent of 1
Cup Size. However, there is no guarantee
that they will be perky. For instance, the Diminish Debauchery
nipples may aim at the ground. Level: 5
If male breasts are developed, then Magic Points: 40
he will not gain muscle, nor breast milk, but Discipline: Fire
the fatty deposits of the chest will augment. Range: Touch
This will cause a reduction of 3 in Bodily Area: 1 creature
Attractiveness. Others may be more likely Duration: Permanent
to mock the male’s breasts. Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
If female breasts are developed, then Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
she is likely to gain significantly more sexual Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
attention. Below are modifiers to Bodily At- Description: Casting this spell causes a decrease in
tractiveness based on the new Cup Size: Debauchery of the target creature. The tar-
get creature must be touched successfully.
N e w Cup Siz e Modifie r
B + 15
If the target creature resists being touched,
C + 10 then the caster must make a Brawling skill
D +5 check (see Chap. 8: Skills). Debauchery is
DD -5 diminished by 1d12 points.
DDD - 10
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 Diminish Dexterity Diminish Magic
Level: 5 Level: 5
Magic Points: 40 Magic Points: 40
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: Permanent Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes 1 of the sub- Description: Casting this spell causes a decrease in
abilities of Dexterity of the target creature MP of the target creature. The target crea-
to diminish. Which sub-ability is affected is ture must be touched successfully. If the
determined randomly by the Aedile with 1d4. target creature resists being touched, then
The target creature must be touched suc- the caster must make a Brawling skill check
cessfully. If the target creature resists being (see Chap. 8: Skills). MP are diminished by
touched, then the caster must make a Brawl- 1d12.
ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). The ran-
domly selected sub-ability decreases by 1d12
points. Diminish Physique
Level: 5
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Magic Points: 40
Diminish Intelligence Discipline: Fire
Level: 5 Range: Touch
Magic Points: 40 Area: 1 creature
Discipline: Fire Duration: Permanent
Range: Touch Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Area: 1 creature Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Duration: Permanent Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell causes 1 of the sub-
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic abilities of Physique of the target creature
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic to diminish. Which sub-ability is affected is
Description: Casting this spell causes 1 of the sub- determined randomly by the Aedile with 1d4.
abilities of Intelligence of the target crea- The target creature must be touched suc-
ture to diminish. Which sub-ability is af- cessfully. If the target creature resists being
fected is determined randomly by the Aedile touched, then the caster must make a Brawl-
with 1d4. The target creature must be ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). The ran-
touched successfully. If the target creature domly selected sub-ability decreases by 1d12
resists being touched, then the caster must points.
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
Skills). The randomly selected sub-ability
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 Diminish Piety Discursivity
Level: 5 Level: 3
Magic Points: 40 Magic Points: 24
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Ether
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 target humanoid creature
Duration: Permanent Duration: 2 hours to an exponential power equal
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes a decrease in Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
PP of the target creature. The target crea- Description: Casting this spell causes 1 creature to
ture must be touched successfully. If the be unable to hold a conversation without
target creature resists being touched, then rambling randomly from topic to topic. The
the caster must make a Brawling skill check target creature must be touched successfully.
(see Chap. 8: Skills). PP are diminished by If the target creature resists being touched,
1d12. then the caster must make a Brawling skill
check (see Chap. 8: Skills). The target crea-
ture is compelled to change the topic every
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Level: 5 the target creature must pass 2 sub-ability
Magic Points: 40 checks: Drive at TH 17, and Rhetorical Cha-
Discipline: Fire risma at TH 16.
Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature
Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes 1 of the sub-
abilities of Wisdom of the target creature
to diminish. Which sub-ability is affected is
determined randomly by the Aedile with 1d4.
The target creature must be touched suc-
cessfully. If the target creature resists being
touched, then the caster must make a Brawl-
ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). The ran-
domly selected sub-ability decreases by 1d12
points.

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 Divination by Means of a Boy that I am considering.
Level: 4 Ingredients: A boy
Magic Points: 32 Ritual: After lying the boy on the ground, speak
Discipline: Air the chant and a dark-colored boy will ap-
Range: 50’ pear to him.
Area: 9’ diameter circle Description: Casting this spell summons a spirit
Duration: 1 minute per level of the caster who manifests itself in the form of a dark-
Reference: PGM VII. 348-58. colored boy. This random spirit from a cha-
Chant: I call upon you, inhabitants of Chaos and otic or immoral afterlife will be forced by
Erebos, of the depth, of earth, watchers of the spell to inform the caster of everything
heaven, of darkness, masters of things not the spirit knows regarding the matter. The
to be seen, guardians of secrets, leaders of Aedile decides the extent, if any, of the
those beneath the earth, adminstrators of spirit’s knowledge. If the circle surround-
things that are infinite, those who wield ing the spirit is broken, then the spirit will
power over earth, servants in the chasm, almost certainly attempt to harm the caster.
shudderful fighters, fearful ministers, inhab- While the spirit itself is noncorporeal, the
itants of dark Erebos, coercive watchers, rul- boy is present physically. The spirit possesses
ers of cliffs, grievers of the heart, adverse the body of the boy, and if free, it will not
demons, iron-hearted ones BITHOURARA ally itself with another entity. If the boy’s
ASOUEMARA...OTROUR MOURROUR body is slain, then the spirit will return to its
APHLAU MANDRAROUROU SOU afterlife. The boy’s body has 10 LP.
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MARAROU, reveal concerning the matter

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 Divine Maul Drawn and Quartered
Level: 3 Level: 4
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Air
Range: 100’ radius Range: 50’
Area: 50’ radius Area: 500 square feet
Duration: 1 round per 2 levels of the caster Duration: 2 rounds
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell creates a magical Description: Casting this spell summons 4 large and
maul (which is 20 lbs., 5’ in length, made of powerful steeds, 2 on each end of a target
granite) that appears and immediately seeks creature seen by the caster. Each horse will
out any vertebrates. Upon finding a verte- face away from the target. 4 ropes are also
brate, living or dead, within the area of the conjured. Each rope has 1 end tied to an
spell, the Divine Maul attempts to bludgeon ankle or wrist of the target, and the other
until it is powder. This magical maul attacks end tied to a leg of a horse.
only once per round, which is last in every At the absolute beginning of the sec-
round. The magical weapon does not re- ond round, each horse feels sharp pain on
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If it hits, however, then the Divine Maul de- area. As the horses attempt to flee, each
livers 2d20 LP of damage. Graphic Gore is limb of the target creature is torn from the
possible. The Divine Maul will never attack torso and dragged behind a fleeing horse.
the caster. If there is no vertebrate within Any character with a Strength less than 500
the area, then the Divine Maul will pound is dismembered and dies, regardless of the
the ground. number of LP. At the end of this round,
This spell is a less potent version of the horses and ropes return to where they
Truncheon. were conjured from, but the body parts re-
main.

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 Dream Spell Ejaculate Blood
Level: 1 Level: 1
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Air Discipline: Earth
Range: 5’ to an exponential power equal to the level Range: Touch
of the caster Area: Testicles of touched target creature
Area: 1 female Duration: Special
Duration: 1 hour per level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Reference: PGM VII. 407-10. Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: CHEIAMOPSEI ERPEBOTH, let her, Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
(speak the name of the female to whom you Description: The target creature must be touched
would like to appear in her dreams), whom successfully. If the target creature resists
(speak the name of the female’s mother) being touched, then the caster must make a
bore, see me in her dreams, immediately, Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). This
immediately; quickly, quickly. spell works only on males. Upon successful
Ingredients: None contact, the next time the target creature
Ritual: Speak the chant frequently. ejaculates, normal sperm will not spew forth
Description: Casting this spell causes the caster to from his Manhood, but blood.
appear in a female’s dreams whom he names.
It is the Aedile’s duty to invent the caster’s
role in the subject’s dream. Ejaculate Poison
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Level: 2
Magic Points: 16
Ejaculate Acid Discipline: Earth
Level: 1 Range: Touch
Magic Points: 8 Area: Testicles of touched target creature
Discipline: Earth Duration: Special
Range: Touch Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Area: Testicles of touched target creature Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Duration: Special Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: The target creature must be touched
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic successfully. If the target creature resists
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic being touched, then the caster must make a
Description: The target creature must be touched Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). This
successfully. If the target creature resists spell works only on males. Upon successful
being touched, then the caster must make a contact, the next time the target creature
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). This ejaculates, normal sperm will not spew forth
spell works only on males. Upon successful from his Manhood, but poison. The entire
contact, the next time the target creature load of magical poison will cause 1 IP or LP
ejaculates, normal sperm will not spew forth of poison damage per caster level to what-
from his Manhood, but acid. The entire load ever it touches. If the semen is ingested by
of magical acid will cause 1 IP or LP of cor- a female, then she must pass a Health sub-
rosive damage per caster level to whatever ability check of TH 14 or die.
or whoever it touches.

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 Electrical Field Evanescence
Level: 1 Level: 3
Magic Points: 8 Discipline: Air
Discipline: Fire Range: Touch
Range: 15’ Area: Special
Area: 1 target and a 2’ radius around the target Duration: Special
Duration: 2 rounds per level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell causes a creature
Description: Casting this spell creates a small Elec- or object touched by the caster to become
trical Field to surround the target. It is harm- evanescent, invisible. The target creature
less to the target and does 1d10 LP of dam- must be touched successfully. If the target
age to any character who enters within a 2’ creature resists being touched, then the
radius of the target. caster must make a Brawling skill check (see
Chap. 8: Skills).
Evanescence is a hallucination that
Eternal Spell for Binding a Lover functions by inducing all onlooking sentient
Level: 3 characters to need to pass Intuition sub-abil-
Magic Points: 24 ity checks at TH (18 + 1 per caster level).

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Discipline: Ether Failure means they do not see the evanes-
Range: Manhood penetration cent creature or object.
Area: 1 orifice While evanescent, a creature may be
Duration: Eternity invisible to others, but will still make sound
Reference: PGM VII. 191-92. normally. Evanescent creatures may attack
Chant: None others and remain evanescent.
Ingredients: Gall of a wild boar, rock salt, and The amount of area that may be-
honey come evanescent follows:
Ritual: Rub together the ingredients and smear the
head of your Manhood. Cas te r Le ve l A re a A ffe c te d
Description: Upon casting this spell, the caster must 1 1 c ubi c i nc h
insert the smeared head of his Manhood into 2 4 c ubi c i nc he s
an orifice of his desire. Thereafter, that ori- 3 1 c ubi c foot or a c a t
4 1 0 c ubi c fe e t or a huma n
fice will burn eternally with desire for the
5 1 0 0 c ubi c fe e t
caster, and its owner will beg daily for his 6 1 , 0 0 0 c ubi c fe e t
Manhood to fill it. 7 1 0 , 0 0 0 c ubi c fe e t
8 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 c ubi c fe e t
9 1 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 c ubi c fe e t
10 1 0 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 c ubi c fe e t
11 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 c ubi c fe e t
12 1 c ubi c mi l e
13 1 , 0 0 0 c ubi c mi l e s
14 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 c ubi c mi l e s
>1 4 1 0 0 , 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 c ubi c mi l e s

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 Only 1 creature or object may be- Evil Sleep I
come evanescent. The creature or object in Level: 1
question must fit within the area listed above. Magic Points: 8
Otherwise, the spell simply fails. Only whole Discipline: Ether
creatures or objects may become evanescent. Range: 50’ per level of the caster
For instance, it is impossible for half of a Area: 1 adult male human
broomstick to become evanescent. Either Duration: 48 hours
the whole broomstick will, or none of it will Reference: PDM xiv. 716-24.
be affected. Chant: None
Following is the duration for the Ingredients: 1 ounce of mandrake root, 1 ounce
spell’s effect: of water and honey, 1 ounce of henbane,
and 1 ounce of ivy.
Cas te r Le ve l D uration Ritual: If you wish to make a man sleep for 2 days:
1 3 0 se c onds acquire the ingredients above and grind them
2 1 mi nute with a measure of wine. If you wish to do it
3 3 0 mi nute s
4 1 hour
cleverly, then you should put 4 portions to
5 1 2 hours each 1 of them with a glass of wine; you
6 -7 1 da y should moisten them from morning to
8 1 we e k evening; you should clarify them; and you
9 -1 0 1 year should make him drink it. It is very good.
11 1 de c a de
Description: Casting this spell will cause an adult
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1 2 -1 3 1 c e ntury
14 1 mi l l e nni um male human to sleep for 2 days. During these
>1 4 Choi c e of the c a ste r 48 hours, the target of the spell may be awak-
ened if shaken and slapped violently, but will
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 Evil Sleep II That very character has wronged me and he
Level: 4 (or she) has spilled the blood in his (or her)
Magic Points: 32 own house. For this reason I am doing this.
Discipline: Air Ingredients: A donkey’s head and blood, yellow
Range: 1 mile per level of the caster ocher, and clay (and possibly palm fiber).
Area: 1 victim Ritual: Bring a donkey’s head; you place it between
Duration: Special your feet opposite the sun at dawn when it
Reference: PDM xiv. 675-94. is about to rise, opposite it again in the
Chant: I call upon you who are in the empty air, evening when it is going to set; you anoint
you who are terrible, invisible, almighty, a your right foot with yellow ocher, your left
god of gods, you who cause destruction and foot with clay, the soles of your feet also;
desolation, you who hate a stable household, you place your right hand in front and your
you who were driven out and have roamed left hand behind, the head being between
foreign lands, you who shatter everything them; you anoint 1 of your 2 hands with
and are undefeated. I call upon you; I com- donkey’s blood, and the 2 corners of your
mand your prophetic powers because I call mouth; and you recite these writings before
upon your authoritative name to which you the sun at dawn in the evening for 4 days.
cannot refuse to listen, IO ERBETH IO He sleeps.
PAKERBETH IO BOLCHOSETH IO If you wish to make him die, then
PATATHNAX IO SORO IO you should do it for 7 days. If you do its

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NEBOUTOSOUALETH AKTIOPHI magic, then you should bind a thread of palm
ERESCHIGAL NEBOUTOSOALETH fiber to your hand, a piece of male palm
ABERAMENTHOOULERTHEXAN- fiber to your phallus and your head. It is
AXETHRELU OTHENEMAREBA very good.
AEMINA. Come to me and go and strike Description: Casting this spell causes a victim ei-
him down, (speak the name of the man or ther sleep for 4 days or die after 7 days of
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 Evil Sleep III False Alchemy
Level: 6 Level: 2
Magic Points: 48 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Air
Range: 1 mile per level of the caster Range: Touch
Area: 1 victim Area: 2 coins to an exponential power equal to the
Duration: Permanent level of the caster
Reference: PDM xiv. 739-40. Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Chant: None to the level of the caster
Ingredients: Camel’s blood, blood of a dead man, Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
and wine Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: If you put camel’s blood and the blood of a Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
dead man into the wine and you make the Description: Casting this spell causes metal coins,
man drink it, he dies. or their equivalent in weight, to appear to
Description: Casting this spell will kill an adult male mutate into gold. In reality, however, the
human. This spell is ineffective against other substance remains as it was; it is not actually
species or races. LP are irrelevant. transformed into gold. All who view or
handle the results of False Alchemy must
pass a Common Sense sub-ability check at
Faceless TH 18 to realize that it is false.
Level: 1
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Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Earth Fatal
Range: Touch Level: 10
Area: 1 creature Magic Points: 1,800
Duration: Permanent Discipline: Fire
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Range: None
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Area: Current world
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Duration: Permanent
Description: Casting this spell causes the features Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
of the face of the target creature to be re- Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
moved. The target creature must be touched Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
successfully. If the target creature resists Description: Casting this spell causes all life to die
being touched, then the caster must make a instantly on the current world of the caster.
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). If The cause of death is inexplicable. Fatal is
the caster successfully touches the target the most powerful spell ever mentioned and
creature, then the face of the target crea- so far it has never been cast by a mortal.
ture becomes smooth. The eyes, ears, and
nose are reduced to dots, and the mouth is
reduced to a slit. Hair does not exist any-
where on the visage of the target creature,
who is now faceless. The Facial Charisma
of the faceless character is now 4d10. All
future Sound skill checks will suffer a pen-
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 Fatal Fable Favor and Victory Charm
Level: 8 Level: 1
Magic Points: 64 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Water
Range: Special Range: None
Area: Special Area: 1 character
Duration: Permanent Duration: While worn
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Reference: PGM VII. 186-90.
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: None
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: A blood-eating lizard
Description: Casting this spell causes the telling of Ritual: Take the ingredient and grasp its right front
a fable to deteriorate the LP of the lead char- foot and cut it off with a reed, allowing the
acter in the fable, wherever they are, pro- lizard to return to its own hole alive. Fasten
vided they are still alive. A fable is a story of the foot of the creature to the fold of your
supernatural or marvelous events and is in- garment and wear it.
tended to enforce a useful truth or precept. Description: This charm grants + 2 to all attack
Fables are usually fictitious. The minimum rolls and skill checks related to combat while
requirement for a fable is that it must take at worn around the neck. Otherwise, the
least 3 minutes to tell it. During the telling charm may bestow + 2 to situations in which
of the fable, the lead character of the fable the Aedile deems “favor” to be relevant.

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loses LP in proportion to the telling of it.
If the target creature is reduced to 1 LP, then
a Health sub-ability check at TH 26 must be
passed to remain at 1 LP. If failed, then
they may progress to 0 LP and die. If the
fable is completed, then the lead character
will have 0 LP, which normally constitutes
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 Fetching Charm Ritual: Pound the ingredients of fruit and wax fine,
Level: 1 separately, and mix them with pitch and wax.
Magic Points: 8 Fashion a dog 8 fingers long with its mouth
Discipline: Air open. And you are to place in the mouth of
Range: 1 mile the dog a bone from the head of a man who
Area: 1 female has died violently. And you are to place the
Duration: 2 days to an exponential power equal to dog on a tripod. And have the dog raising
the level of the caster its right paw. And write on a strip of papy-
Reference: PGM IV. 1872-1927. rus these names and what you wish: “IAO
Chant: (1) IAO ASTO IOPHE (2) Barking dog, I ASTO IOPHE,” and you are to place the
adjure you, Kerberos, by those who have strip of papyrus on the tripod and on top
hanged themselves, by the dead, by those of the strip you are to place the dog and say
who have died violently: attract her to me, these names many times. And so, after you
(speak the name of the female desired), have spoken the second chant, the dog hisses
whose mother is (speak the name of the or barks, and if it hisses, she is not coming
female’s mother). I adjure you, Kerberos, (Aedile’s decision). Therefore address the
by the holy dead of the infernal gods. At- spell to it again, and if it barks, it is attract-
tract to me her, (speak the name of the fe- ing her. Then open the door, and you will
male desired), whose mother is (speak the find her whom you wish at your doors. Let
name of the female’s mother), ZOUCH a censer stand beside the dog, and let frank-
ZOUKI TO PARY YPHEBARMO ENOR incense be placed upon it as you speak the
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SEKEMI KRIOUDASEPHE TRIBEPSI: second chant. This spell is to be cast in a

attract to me her, (speak the name of the level, pure place.
female desired), whose mother is (speak the Description: Casting this spell will cause a female
name of the female’s mother), to me, (speak named by the caster to fall in love with the
your own name), immediately, immediately; caster and become compelled to seek out
quickly, quickly. the caster immediately. She will do anything
Ingredients: 4 ounces of wax, 8 ounces of fruit, for the caster that she would normally do
pitch, a censer, and frankincense. for the true love of her life.

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Fetching Charm for an Unmanageable Ingredients: A lamp (not painted red), 7 wicks,
Woman olive oil, and wormwood seeds
Level: 2 Ritual: Take a lamp, not painted red, with 7 wicks,
Magic Points: 16 and make a wick of the hawser of a wrecked
Discipline: Air ship. On the 1st wick write with ink, “IAO”;
Range: This world on the 2 nd , “ADONAI”; on the 3 rd ,
Area: 1 woman “SABAOTH”; on the 4th, “PAGOURE”; on
Duration: 7 days the 5th, “MARMOROUTH”; on the 6th,
Reference: PGM VII. 593-619 “IAEO”; on the 7th, “MICHAEL.”
Chant: I call upon you, the masters, great gods, who Put olive oil in the lamp and place it
shine in the present hour, on this day, for in a window facing south. Also put worm-
the sake of her, the ungodly (speak the name wood seeds around the edge of the lamp,
of the unmanageable woman). For she has and recite the chant.
said ‘IAO does not have ribs.’ She, (speak If the 1st lamp flickers, know that
her name), has said, ‘ADONAI was cast out she has been seized by the demon. And if
because of his violent anger.’ She, (speak the 2nd, she has left the house; and if the 3rd,
her name), has said, ‘SABAOTH emitted 3 she is on the way; and if the 4th, she has
cries.’ She, (speak her name), has said, arrived; and if the 5th, she is at the door; the
‘PAGOURE is by nature a hermaphrodite.’ 6th, at the doorlatch; the 7th, she has come
She (speak her name), has said, into the house.

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‘MARMOROUTH was castrated.’ She, This spell can fetch characters from
(speak her name), has said, ‘IAEO was not across the sea. For that, place the lamp in
entrusted with the ark.’ She, (speak her some water in the open air. Place a papyrus
name), has said, MICHAEL is by nature a boat under the lamp, and recite the chant 6
hermaphrodite.’ times.
I am not the one who says such Description: Casting this spell will summon a
things, master, but she, the godless (speak demon to fetch an unmanageable woman
her name). Therefore fetch her for me, her and bring her to the caster. The woman will
inflamed with passion, submissive. Let her be unable to sleep until she meets with the
not find sleep until she comes to me (repeat caster. When she arrives, she will be sub-
this paragraph 7 times). missive and inflamed by passion.

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 Fierce Fire Flight
Level: 1 Level: 4
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Earth
Range: 150’ Range: Touch
Area: 5’ radius Area: Creature touched
Duration: Instantaneous Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell necessitates a suc- Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
cessful Hurl skill check by the caster. Fire Description: Casting this spell allows the caster
appears in 1 palm of the caster and is hurled to bestow the ability of Flight on a creature
at a foe. If failed, then the spell goes off who would otherwise be unable to fly. This
(01-25%) beyond the target, (26-50%) short spell is ineffective for creatures already ca-
of the target, (51-75%) left of the target, or pable of flying. The amount of weight that
(76-100%) to the right of the target by (1d10 may be affected by Flight is determined by
+ 10)’. The fire ignites instantly upon hit- the level of the caster. Consult the table
ting the target or ground and causes 1d10 below:
IP or LP damage to all in the area affected.
Cas te r Le ve l We ight in Pounds A ffe c te d
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1 10
2 20
3 50
4 100
5 200
6 500
7 -8 1,000
9 -1 0 2,000
1 1 -1 4 10,000
1 5 -1 7 20,000
1 8 -1 9 50,000
>1 9 100,000

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 The creature touched may choose Flyweight
their own direction, and they may hover in Level: 1
place if desired. The maximum speed at Magic Points: 8
which a creature of Flight is able to fly is Discipline: Earth
determined as follows. Divide the Caster Range: Touch
Level by the weight in pounds of the crea- Area: Creature touched
ture affected by Flight. Multiply this num- Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
ber by 1,000. This result is the number of to the level of the caster
feet that may be traveled per round. Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
For example, a 10th level caster casts Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Flight and touches a 180 lb. human. The Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
human will be capable of flying 55’ per round Description: Casting this spell causes the target
[(10/180) x 1000]. However, if the same creature to gain the benefit of falling as
caster cast Flight on a 2,000 lb. creature, the slowly as a feather for the duration of the
creature would be capable of flying only at spell. The target creature must be touched
5’ per round. successfully. If the target creature resists
Since flight is 3-dimensional, speed being touched, then the caster must make a
may be calculated when elevation is consid- Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). Note
ered by referring to the Sprint skill (see Chap. that if the target falls for 2 rounds and de-
8: Skills). cides to jump off a cliff, then they will still

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fall slowly until the end of the duration.

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 For a Sleeping Woman to Confess the For Ascent of the Uterus
Name of the Man she Loves Level: 1
Level: 1 Magic Points: 8
Magic Points: 8 Discipline: Fire
Discipline: Ether Range: 1 mile
Range: Touch Area: 1 female
Area: 1 woman Duration: 3 minutes to an exponential power equal
Duration: 1 round to the level of the caster
Reference: PGM LXIII. 7-12. Reference: PGM VII. 260-271.
Chant: None Chant: None
Ingredients: A bird’s tongue Ingredients: A cord of 7 colors, a tablet
Ritual: Place a bird’s tongue under her lip or on her Ritual: Write the following on a tin tablet and weave
heart and put your question, and she calls a cord around one’s neck of 7 colors, then
the name 3 times. wear the tablet as an amulet:
Description: Casting this spell causes a sleeping I conjure you, O Womb, by the one
woman to call out the name of the man she established over the Abyss, before heaven,
loves thrice. earth, sea, light, or darkness came to be; you
who created the angels, being foremost,
AMICHAMCHOU and CHOUCHAO
For an Erection CHEROEI OUEIACHO ODOU
Level: 1 PROSEIOGGES, and who sit over the
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Magic Points: 8 cherubim, who bear your own throne, that

Discipline: Air you return again to your seat, and that you
Range: Touch do not turn to 1 side into the right part of
Area: 1 Manhood the ribs, or into the left part of the ribs, and
Duration: 2d100 minutes that you do not gnaw into the heart like a
Reference: PDM lxi. 58-62 [PGM LXI. vi.x]. dog, but remain indeed in your own intended
Chant: None and proper place, not chewing as long as I
Ingredients: Woad plant, wine, pepper conjure by the one who, in the beginning,
Ritual: Boil woad plant in a pot and grind them up made the heaven and earth and all that is
in wine with pepper; smear it on your geni- therein. Hallelujah! Amen!
tals. If you wish it to relax again, provide Description: This spell causes a flexing of the an-
with a decoction. terior of the uterus, which in turn causes
Description: Casting this spell causes a limp Man- some female problems such as blockage in
hood to become a blue-veined throbber. urination, and also causes a swelling of the
Though ejaculation will occur normally, there pubic area; in some women, it will cause an
will not be a refractory period afterward; it inability to stand upright.
will remain throbbing for the duration of
the spell, unless a decoction is provided.

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 For Coughs For Fever with Shivering Fits
Level: 1 Level: 5
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 40
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 character Area: 1 character
Duration: Permanent/Instantaneous Duration: Permanent
Reference: PGM VII. 203-5. Reference: PGM VII. 211-12.
Chant: None Chant: SABAOTH
Ingredients: Parchment Ingredients: Oil
Ritual: In black ink, write on the parchment: Ritual: Take oil in your hands and speak the chant
“THAPSATE STHRAITO.” 7 times, then spread the oil from the sacrum
Description: Casting this spell causes a character to the feet.
who is coughing to no longer need to cough. Description: Casting this spell cures all fevers and
If a disease makes the character cough, then shivering fits, even those resulting from dis-
the disease is not cured, but it no longer ease.
causes the character to cough.

For Swollen Testicles

For Discharge of the Eyes Level: 2

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Level: 1 Magic Points: 16
Magic Points: 8 Discipline: Fire
Discipline: Water Range: 1 mile
Range: Touch Area: 1 set of testicles
Area: 1 character Duration: 3 minutes to an exponential power equal
Duration: Permanent to the level of the caster
Reference: PGM VII. 197-98. Reference: PGM VII. 209-10.
Chant: None Chant: Kastor Thab Thab
Ingredients: Piece of papyrus Ingredients: A cord from a coin bag
Ritual: Write this on a piece of papyrus and attach Ritual: Take the ingredient and with each knot
it as an amulet: ROURARBISAROURB- speak the chant.
BARIASPHREN. Description: Casting this spell causes the testicles
Description: Casting this spell causes all discharge of a male envisioned by the caster to swell
of the eyes (tears, etc.) to no longer be nec- to the point of causing discomfort and even
essary. pain. For the 1st minute, it actually feels good
and makes the male horny to have full tes-
ticles. Beyond the 1st minute, discomfort
predominates and it becomes difficult to
walk.

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 Force Ballista Force Fart
Level: 2 Level: 1
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Earth
Range: 100’ Range: 50’
Area: 10’ radius Area: 1 creature
Duration: Instantaneous Duration: 2 seconds to an exponential power equal
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell creates a Force Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ballista that launches a spear-like projectile Description: Casting this spell causes a target seen
at the target, designated by the caster by by the caster to experience an accumulation
sight. The projectile explodes upon impact of gas in their rectum, forcing them to fart.
and is useless thereafter. More importantly, As the caster increases in level, the target
the magical projectile seeks its target unerr- will have to fart for a longer duration.
ingly, exploding for 1d6 IP or LP of dam-
age upon impact to all in the area, except
for the main target, if it is directed to hit 1, Force Favor
who receives 2d8 LP of damage. Level: 2
Magic Points: 16
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Discipline: Ether
Force Falsity Range: 50’
Level: 3 Area: 1 humanoid
Magic Points: 24 Duration: Special
Discipline: Ether Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Range: 200’ and direct line of sight Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Area: 1 creature Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Duration: 2 seconds to an exponential power equal Description: Casting this spell causes a humanoid
to the level of the caster subject to feel as though they owe the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic some sort of favor. If hostile, then the hu-
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic manoid will attempt to refrain from harm-
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic ing the caster. If friendly, then the human-
Description: Casting this spell causes a target oid will seem to go to great ends to help the
creature to be forced to lie with every state- caster. A sane humanoid will never consider
ment made verbally. Even though the tar- harming themselves for the sake of the
get creature may desire to speak the truth, a caster, favor or not. The favor is unknown
lie will be spoken instead. until the caster specifies it, and the favor must
consist of an action that may be executed in
1 round, such as attacking another.

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 Force Fear Force Fearlessness
Level: 3 Level: 3
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 24
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Ether
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 target creature Area: 1 target creature
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
equal to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell converts a target Description: Casting this spell converts a target
creature into a coward for the duration of creature into a creature who exhibits fear-
the spell. For the duration of the spell, the lessness in all decisions for the duration of
target creature will demonstrate extreme fear the spell. The target creature will demon-
and cowardice. Target creatures who are strate extreme rashness, fearlessness, or over-
converted to cowards will seem scared of confidence. The target creature will seem
everything. If possible, the target creature fearless regarding everything, which usually
will flee. makes them too bold and brave. Fearless
The target creature must be touched creatures, for instance, will confidently en-

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successfully. If the target creature resists ter combat with more foes than can be
being touched, then the caster must make a handled reasonably.
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). If The target creature must be touched
the target creature passes a Wisdom ability successfully. If the target creature resists
check at TH 20, then the spell is ineffective. being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). If
the target creature passes a Wisdom ability
check at TH 20, then the spell is ineffective.

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 Force-Feed Force Inferiority Complex
Level: 2 Level: 1
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Ether
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 target creature Area: 1 target creature
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes a target Description: Casting this spell causes a target
creature to be overwhelmed by hunger. The creature to feel inferior to the caster. For
target creature must pass a Drive sub-ability the duration of the spell, the target creature
check at TH 26 or eat as much as possible will experience a 25% reduction in Drive sub-
for the duration of the spell. For the dura- ability, and will resent the caster. If the pri-
tion of the spell, the target creature will be mary temperament of the target creature is
driven by hunger. While affected, a target choleric, then there is a 25% chance that the
creature will eat foods they would normally target creature resorts to violence against the
reject. For each round that the target crea- caster. The Aedile may modify this chance
ture is force-feeding themselves, the target due to circumstances. If the secondary tem-
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creature will magically gain 1 pound of fat. perament of the target creature is choleric,
The target creature must be touched then there is a 75% chance that the target
successfully. If the target creature resists creature, if sentient, will badmouth the
being touched, then the caster must make a caster.
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). If The target creature must be touched
the target creature passes a Wisdom ability successfully. If the target creature resists
check at TH 20, then the spell is ineffective. being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). If
the target creature passes a Wisdom ability
check at TH 20, then the spell is ineffective.

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 Force Mass Fear Force Oblation
Level: 7 Level: 1
Magic Points: 56 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Ether
Range: 100 miles Range: Touch
Area: Nearest 10,000 humanoids Area: 1 target creature
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: Instantaneous
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell causes a target
Description: Casting this spell converts the nearest creature to randomly select 1 of their im-
10,000 humanoids to a point chosen within mediate possessions and sacrifice it in a
the range of the spell into cowards for the ritual to the gods. If the target creature is
duration of the spell. The target creatures religious, then the target creature may sacri-
will demonstrate extreme fear and coward- fice the possession to their god. The target
ice. Target creatures who are converted to creature will ruin the possession beyond re-
cowards will seem scared of everything. If pair during the ritual. In the future, the tar-
possible, then the target creatures will flee. get creature will have nothing to do with the
sacrificed possession.

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The target creature must be touched
Force Missile successfully. If the target creature resists
Level: 1 being touched, then the caster must make a
Magic Points: 8 Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). If
Discipline: Fire the target creature passes a Wisdom ability
Range: Any visible target check at TH 20, then the spell is ineffective.
Area: 1 target
Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Upon casting this spell, a successful
Aim skill check must be made by the caster
in order to hit the target with the Force Mis-
sile; the Force Missile is a thin ray of force
that emits instantaneously from an extended
finger of the caster. If successful, the mis-
sile does 1d10 Life Points of damage per
caster level to the target. The maximum
amount of damage possible is 7d10 LP.

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 Force Rancor Force Scream
Level: 1 Level: 1
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Ether
Range: Touch Range: 50’
Area: 1 target creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 seconds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell enrages a target Description: Casting this spell causes a target seen
creature. The target creature will attempt by the caster to feel compelled to scream as
to do nothing but physical harm to others loudly as possible for the duration of the
nearby. For example, if cast on a wizard, spell. As the caster increases in occupational
then they would ignore casting and most level, the target will scream for a longer du-
likely attack with any weapon available. Af- ration. To resist this mental domination, the
fected creatures are often reported to have target must pass a Drive sub-ability check at
a sardonic grin during the fit of rancor. To TH 16.
be unaffected by the spell, the target crea-
ture must pass a Wisdom ability check at TH
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17. Force Slumber

The target creature must be touched Level: 1
successfully. If the target creature resists Magic Points: 8
being touched, then the caster must make a Discipline: Ether
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). The Range: Touch
type of creature affected increases with the Area: 1 creature
caster’s level as shown on the following table: Duration: 1d10 minutes
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Cas te r Le ve l LP A ffe c te d
1 1 d1 0 Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
2 2 d8 Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
3 2 d2 0 Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
4 4 d1 0 0 induce creatures to succumb to slumber.
>4 4 d1 0 0 0
The target creature must be touched suc-
cessfully. If the target creature resists being
touched, then the caster must make a Brawl-
ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
If touched successfully, then the
spell is able to force 1d10 LP of a creature
into a deep sleep. After the spell expires,
the creature will awaken suddenly. This spell
is usually powerful enough to put small ani-
mals and infants to sleep. A creature may
not be partially forced into slumber. Either
they fall asleep, or the spell has no notice-
able effect.

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 Foreknowledge Charm I Foreknowledge Charm II
Level: 6 Level: 9
Magic Points: 48 Magic Points: 270
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Ether
Range: Characters looked upon Range: 1 observed character
Area: 1 character per glance Area: Caster
Duration: 1 minute per level of the caster Duration: 1 day
Reference: PGM III. 483-88. Reference: PGM III. 263-75.
Chant: ALA.AANG XICHA MICHA ANG Chant: Make me know in advance the things in
E...EROTPITENPHET NPROME. each character’s mind, today, because I am
Ingredients: A golden-colored crown TOM...IAO SABAOTH IAO THEA-
Ritual: While wearing a gold-colored crown on the EETH...M ADOUNAI BATHIAO...EA
head, turn to the thief, kill him, cleave him, THOE IABRABA ARBATHRAS IAO
but do not behead him. BATHIAOOIA ZAGOURE BARBAT-
Description: This spell allows the caster to detect HIAO AEI AAAAAAA EEEEE-
a thief while concentrating on the stolen EE...OE...SOESESISIETH...SABAOTH
object. LAEO.
Ingredients: None
Ritual: Take your finger and place it under your
tongue before you speak to anyone, and

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speak the chant.
Description: The purpose of this spell is to allow
the caster to know all things in advance, as
long as their finger is placed under their
tongue. To see if the spell is working, im-
mediately after casting say “Lord, if you wish
me to know in advance, let the falcon de-
scend onto the tree.” If it does not happen,
also speak this formula to the 4 winds while
turning around toward the wind; the formula
is spoken to each of the 4 winds as the caster
faces them successively. The Aedile will de-
clare whether or not the spell works.
If the spell functions properly, then
the thoughts of whoever the caster looks
upon are known to the caster as they occur.

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 Frosty Touch Greater Bidding
Level: 1 Level: 4
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Ether
Range: Touch Range: 50’
Area: Creature touched Area: 1 creature
Duration: Instantaneous Duration: 2 hours to an exponential power equal
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: The target creature must be touched Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
successfully. If the target creature resists Description: Casting this spell causes 1 target crea-
being touched, then the caster must make a ture to become subservient to the bidding
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). If of the caster. The caster must be within 50’
failed, then the spell is wasted. If passed, of the target creature and able to see their
then the target suffers 1d10 LP of cold dam- eyes without obstruction. The target crea-
age. ture may be able to avoid the effects of the
spell if they pass a Drive sub-ability check at
TH 24.
While under the influence of the
caster, the target creature will not commit
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suicide, but may be more apt to harm them-

selves than usual. Generally, they will feel
compelled to please the caster by doing the
bidding of the caster without question. The
target creature is dominated mentally by the
caster.
When the spell expires, the target
creature will remember the events that oc-
curred during this spell. However, these
memories will seem disoriented, as if from
a dream.
Perhaps the most popular use of this
spell is for sexual purposes. Horny male
casters frequently use this spell to make at-
tractive females do their sexual bidding.

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 Greater Electrical Discharge Greater Holocaust
Level: 3 Level: 10
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 1,800
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Fire
Range: 100’ Range: 100 miles
Area: 1 target Area: 10-mile blast radius
Duration: Instantaneous Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: A beam of electricity zaps forth from Description: Casting this spell causes incomprehen-
the finger of the caster and does 2d20 LP sible burning damage. The caster must
of damage to the target. A successful Aim choose a central point within the range.
skill check must be made regarding the From this central point, a fiery blast will ex-
caster’s finger in order to hit the target (see plode violently and implode again within 1
Chap. 8: Skills). Otherwise the spell is wasted. round. Anything within the area is subjected
to (4d100 x 100) IP or LP. It is likely that
only ashes will remain. Vegetation will not
Greater Healing grow in this area for 1 millennium. The ex-
Level: 3 plosion will be heard and felt up to 100 miles

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Magic Points: 24 away.
Discipline: Water
Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature touched
Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
heal another. The target creature must be
touched successfully. If the target creature
resists being touched, then the caster must
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
Skills). If successful, then the creature re-
gains 2d20 Life Points if wounded. If
missed, then the spell is wasted.

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 Greater Hologram Greater Mending
Level: 3 Level: 4
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Air Discipline: Water
Range: 100’ + 50’ per level of the caster Range: Touch
Area: 10 cubic feet Area: 1 creature touched
Duration: Until the caster ceases concentration on Duration: Instantaneous
the hologram Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to mend severed tendons and limbs. Severed
create a scentless illusion no larger than 10 tendons and limbs often result from Graphic
cubic feet. The illusion may be mobile if so Gore (see Chap. 10: Combat). By touching
desired, though the object cannot move be- the severed tendon or connecting the sev-
yond the area of the spell. For instance, the ered limb with its stump, mending occurs
illusion may be any sort of small animal, as instantly. The target creature must be
long as the caster has seen it before. touched successfully. If the target creature
An improvement over Lesser Holo- resists being touched, then the caster must
gram, Greater Hologram allows sound to make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
accompany the visual illusion, though this Skills).
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hallucination cannot provide sensations of

taste, touch, or smell. The only sound that
may accompany the hallucination is a sound
that the caster has physically heard before
and remembers. Imagined sounds fail.
All creatures who view this hologram
must make a successful Analytic Intelligence
sub-ability check at TH 18 in order to rec-
ognize that this is not real. If they fail the
check, then they will behave as if it were
real. If the caster creates an illusion that
suggests a threat to the life of a believing
creature, then onlookers may also be sub-
jected to making a successful Health sub-
ability check or suffering appropriate penal-
ties as deemed by the Aedile. For instance,
a caster may choose to create a hologram
of a knife hurling through the air at the head
of a trollop. If the trollop believes, then
the Aedile may make her roll against an ap-
propriate TH for the situation and may also
decide the appropriate penalties.

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 Greater Perpetual Hologram Greater Vulnerability to Acid
Level: 7 Level: 5
Magic Points: 56 Magic Points: 40
Discipline: Air Discipline: Earth
Range: 1,000’ + 500’ per level of the caster Range: Touch
Area: 1,000 cubic feet Area: 1 creature or object
Duration: Permanent Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
create an illusion no larger than 1,000 cubic Description: Casting this spell causes the target
feet. The illusion may be mobile if so de- to automatically take 300% IP or LP of dam-
sired, though the object cannot move be- age from any and all acid attacks, natural or
yond the area of the spell. For instance, the magical, for the duration of the spell.
illusion may be any sort of small animal, as The target creature must be touched
long as the caster has seen it before. successfully. If the target creature resists
An improvement over Perpetual Ho- being touched, then the caster must make a
logram, Greater Perpetual Hologram allows Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
taste and touch to accompany the visual il-

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lusion; the sensations of sight, smell, sound,
taste, and touch may be included. The caster Greater Vulnerability to Air
may use any sensation imagined. Level: 4
All creatures who view this hologram Magic Points: 32
must make a successful Analytic Intelligence Discipline: Earth
sub-ability check at TH 27 in order to rec- Range: Touch
ognize that this is not real. If they fail the Area: 1 creature or object
check, then they will behave as if it were Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
real. If the caster creates an illusion that to the level of the caster
suggests a threat to the life of a believing Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
creature, then onlookers may also be sub- Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
jected to making a successful Health sub- Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
ability check or suffering appropriate penal- Description: Casting this spell causes the target
ties as deemed by the Aedile. For instance, to automatically take 300% IP or LP of dam-
a caster may choose to create a hologram age from any and all air attacks, natural or
of a knife hurling through the air at the head magical, for the duration of the spell.
of a trollop. If the trollop believes, then The target creature must be touched
the Aedile may make her roll against an ap- successfully. If the target creature resists
propriate TH for the situation and may also being touched, then the caster must make a
decide the appropriate penalties. Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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 Greater Vulnerability to Armor Greater Vulnerability to Cold
Level: 4 Level: 4
Magic Points: 32 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature or object
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes an armored Description: Casting this spell causes the target to
creature to become more vulnerable, losing automatically take 300% IP or LP of dam-
3 CA per level of the caster. age from any and all cold attacks, natural or
The target creature must be touched magical, for the duration of the spell.
successfully. If the target creature resists The target creature must be touched
being touched, then the caster must make a successfully. If the target creature resists
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

Greater Vulnerability to Bases

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Level: 5 Greater Vulnerability to Discipline

Magic Points: 40 Level: 4
Discipline: Earth Magic Points: 32
Range: Touch Discipline: Earth
Area: 1 creature or object Range: Touch
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Area: 1 creature or object
to the level of the caster Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the target to Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
automatically take 300% IP or LP of dam- Description: Casting this spell causes a target to
age from any and all base attacks, natural or automatically take 300% IP or LP of dam-
magical, for the duration of the spell. By age from any magical attacks of a specified
base, it is meant the opposite of acid. discipline for the duration of the spell. The
The target creature must be touched specific magical discipline must be named
successfully. If the target creature resists prior to casting.
being touched, then the caster must make a The target creature must be touched
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). successfully. If the target creature resists
being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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 Greater Vulnerability to Earth Greater Vulnerability to Ethicality
Level: 4 Level: 7
Magic Points: 32 Magic Points: 56
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature or object Area: 1 creature or object
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the target to Description: Casting this spell causes the target to
automatically take 300% IP or LP of dam- automatically take 300% LP of damage from
age from any and all earthen attacks, natural any and all attacks made by ethical creatures
or magical, for the duration of the spell. for the duration of the spell.
The target creature must be touched The target creature must be touched
successfully. If the target creature resists successfully. If the target creature resists
being touched, then the caster must make a being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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Greater Vulnerability to Electricity Greater Vulnerability to Fire
Level: 4 Level: 4
Magic Points: 32 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature or object Area: 1 creature or object
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the target to Description: Casting this spell causes the target to
automatically take 300% IP or LP of dam- automatically take 300% LP of damage from
age from any and all electrical attacks, natu- any and all fire attacks, natural or magical,
ral or magical, for the duration of the spell. for the duration of the spell.
The target creature must be touched The target creature must be touched
successfully. If the target creature resists successfully. If the target creature resists
being touched, then the caster must make a being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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 Greater Vulnerability to Immorality Greater Vulnerability to Poison
Level: 7 Level: 6
Magic Points: 56 Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature or object Area: 1 creature or object
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the target to Description: Casting this spell causes the target to
automatically take 300% LP of damage from automatically take 300% IP or LP of dam-
any and all attacks made by immoral crea- age from any and all poison, natural or magi-
tures for the duration of the spell. cal, for the duration of the spell.
The target creature must be touched The target creature must be touched
successfully. If the target creature resists successfully. If the target creature resists
being touched, then the caster must make a being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
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Greater Vulnerability to Morality Greater Vulnerability to Skill

Level: 7 Level: 6
Magic Points: 56 Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature or object Area: 1 creature
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the target to Description: Casting this spell causes a target to
automatically take 300% LP of damage from automatically suffer a penalty to all skill
any and all attacks made by moral creatures checks. The penalty is - 3 per occupational
for the duration of the spell. level of the caster.
The target creature must be touched The target creature must be touched
successfully. If the target creature resists successfully. If the target creature resists
being touched, then the caster must make a being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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 Greater Vulnerability to Sonics Greater Vulnerability to Weapon
Level: 5 Level: 4
Magic Points: 40 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature or object Area: 1 creature or object
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the target to Description: Casting this spell causes the target to
automatically take 300% IP or LP of dam- automatically take 300% IP or LP of dam-
age from any and all sonic attacks, natural age from any and all attacks that result from
or magical, for the duration of the spell. a specific type of weapon envisioned by the
The target creature must be touched caster during casting.
successfully. If the target creature resists The target creature must be touched
being touched, then the caster must make a successfully. If the target creature resists
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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Greater Vulnerability to Unethicality
Level: 7
Magic Points: 56
Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature or object
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the target to
automatically take 300% LP of damage from
any and all attacks made by unethical crea-
tures for the duration of the spell.
The target creature must be touched
successfully. If the target creature resists
being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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 Happy Cleaver Have Her Cadaver
Level: 3 Level: 3
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 24
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Air
Range: 0 Range: Touch
Area: Caster’s line of sight Area: 1 female humanoid
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes matter in the Description: Casting this spell causes 1 female hu-
surrounding area to mutate into a demented, manoid cadaver to appear to be alive and
intelligent, and laughing cleaver. The Aedile unconscious. This appearance is illusory, and
randomly determines which matter. This each character who senses (sees, smells,
animated cleaver revels in bloodlust, and will tastes, and/or touches) the female cadaver
turn against the caster if the cleaver does must roll 3d10, and the results must be 20
not attack within 1 minute. If no other crea- or higher to disbelieve the illusion. For the
tures who may bleed are within the area, then spell to function, the cadaver must have all
the cleaver attacks the caster. Whenever the of its bones, although flesh is unnecessary.
cleaver attacks, it laughs hysterically with an This spell does not function on a humanoid
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evil tone. Upon each successful cleave, the larger than 7’ in height. While the spell func-
Happy Cleaver makes a slurping sound as if tions, the dead female will appear exactly as
enjoying the blood that flows freely from she did during the most fertile moment of
the gaping wound. her life; she will have hair, flesh that is not
The cleaver attacks 6 times per discolored and is warm to the touch, etc. In
round, doing 1d10 LP of damage, but it has fact, if her chest is observed, it will appear
no Delivery Penalty. With an Intelligence to rise and fall as though she breathes. If
of 30, it is unable to speak, but laughs co- her nose is examined, then it will feel as
herently. The cleaver has a mind of its own though she inhales and exhales. Finally, if
and does not need the caster to wield it. The her vagina is penetrated, then it will feel warm
cleaver magically propels itself through the and wet. In every respect, the female ca-
air. Wizards have never been able to under- daver will appear to be healthy and alive. If
stand why, but Happy Cleavers prefer to hack in life the female was unattractive, then the
female dancers to pieces. illusion of her will be equally unattractive.
This spell is unpopular and shunned
by most, but when it is cast the most com-
mon reason for casting is copulation. When
the spell duration expires, the illusion will
disappear instantly.

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 Headless Heal Dislocation or Fracture
Level: 1 Level: 2
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Air Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 head Area: 1 dislocated socket or fractured bone
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: Permanent
to the level of the caster Reference: Arcana Mundi, p. 72
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: (first one) Moetas vaeta daries dardaries
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic astataries dissunapiter
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic (second one) huat huat huat ista sistas
Description: Casting this spell causes a head of a sitardannabou dannaustra
living or undead character or creature to ap- Ingredients: Green reed of 4-5’ in length
pear to be missing. The missing head is illu- Ritual: Take the green reed, split it in the middle,
sory. Each character who sees the creature and let 2 men hold it to their hips. Recite
with a missing head must roll 3d10, and the the first chant until the parts come together.
results must be 17 or higher to disbelieve When the 2 parts come together and touch
the illusion. If the head is touched, though each other, grip them with your hand, make
it appears to be missing, then it will be felt a cut left and right, tie it onto the disloca-
and the illusion will no longer have an effect tion or the fracture, and it will heal. But,

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on the character who touched the head that you must recite every day the second chant.
seemed to be missing. Description: Casting this spell permanently heals
When a character sees a headless 1 dislocated socket or fractured bone. All
creature, and believes the hallucination, re- damage suffered by the injury is restored.
fer back to the previous roll and consult the
table below:
Healing
Roll Re s ult
3 -9 Una bl e to mov e for 1 d1 0 0 rounds. Level: 2
Tri e s to spri nt a wa y for 2 d1 0 rounds, but Magic Points: 16
1 1 -1 2
fa l l s down e v e ry 1 d1 0 rounds due to pa ni c . Discipline: Water
1 3 -1 4 Spri nts a wa y i f possi bl e for 1 d1 0 rounds. Range: Touch
1 5 -1 7 Una ffe c te d
Area: 1 creature touched
Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
heal another. The target creature must be
touched successfully. If the target creature
resists being touched, then the caster must
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
Skills). If successful, then the creature re-
gains 2d8 Life Points if wounded. If missed,
then the spell is wasted.

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 Hearing Voices Heating
Level: 4 Level: 1
Magic Points: 32 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: 50’
Area: Self Area: 30 lbs. of wood or metal per level of the caster
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 1 round per 2 levels of the caster
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell heats wood and metal
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to enough to scorch and melt it, provided it is
bestow an ability by touch (though usually seen by the caster. Should a living or ani-
the caster touches their own head) to detect mated target be wearing or touching this
supernatural voices. The surrounding air and wood or metal, they will suffer damage.
ether are said to be populated with daimons, Metal will become scorched during
nd
angels (eudaemons), and demons the 2 round of application, and will melt
(cacodaemons). With the birth of every hu- during the 5th round of Heating. Wood be-
man, a eudaemon and cacodaemon are also comes scorched immediately, and catches
created (see Neveria). aflame if subjected to Heating for more than
The chance that the caster or target 1 round, distributing an additional 1d6 LP
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of the spell hears a voice is 10% per caster of damage per round afterwards to those in
level. If a voice is heard, which the Aedile contact. Wood will become cinders in 4
must portray, then the voice usually does not rounds.
state its identity, and the caster must attempt Any living or animated target in con-
to determine the identity of the voice with- tact with the affected metal or wood will
out aid from this spell. Most voices, when suffer damage. The damage is proportion-
heard, occur as whispers in which the gen- ate to the percent of their body that is af-
der is difficult to impossible to distinguish. fected. For instance, if only 50% of a
If the spell is cast frequently, and if creature’s body is in contact, then they will
daimons continually attend to the caster or receive only 50% of the damage listed be-
target such as in the case of a eudaemon or low.
cacodaemon, then it is possible for the caster The 1st round of contact, flesh de-
or target to build a relationship with the hydrates and melts away as it absorbs 3d6
daimon, allowing them to better determine Life Points of damage. The 2nd round of
whether the voice heard upon the next cast- contact, muscles melt away, and an additional
ing is actually that daimon or another pre- 3d6 LP of damage is distributed. The 3rd
tending to be that daimon. round, the portion of the sorry son-of-a-
Though some daimons are friendly bitch’s skeleton in contact is scorched for all
and helpful, most resent the living and will eternity, and an additional 3d6 LP of dam-
misdirect or lead the caster or target into age is accrued. Finally, the 4th round of con-
trouble. Moral casters or targets usually seek tact, the structure of any mortal creature is
their eudaemon. Immoral casters or targets reduced to a burnt, powdery, smelly, soot-
usually seek their cacodaemon. like substance. LP are irrelevant at this stage;
no mortal is able to survive this fiery on-
slaught.

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 Hover Hurl Voice
Level: 3 Level: 1
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: 150’
Area: Creature touched Area: 1 originating object
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: Casting time
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster hurl a message of choice to seem as though
to bestow upon a creature the ability to it originates with 1 object, living or non-liv-
Hover. This spell is ineffective on creatures ing. The volume emanating from the object
already capable of flying. The amount of will equal the volume from the caster’s
weight that may be affected by Hover is de- mouth.
termined by the level of the caster. Consult
the table below:

Cas te r Le ve l We ight in Pounds A ffe c te d

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1 10
2 20
3 50
4 100
5 200
6 500
7 -8 1,000
9 -1 0 2,000
1 1 -1 4 10,000
1 5 -1 7 20,000
1 8 -1 9 50,000
>1 9 100,000

Hover does not allow a creature to

move about at will, which is the spell called
Flight. Instead, Hover allows a creature to
Hover above the ground. While in the air, a
hovering creature may push off from an ob-
ject. The speed gained is determined by the
Aedile, and should be a function of the
Strength sub-ability and the weight of the
hovering creature.
The target creature must be touched
successfully. If the target creature resists
being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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 Imbue Item Immutability
Level: 5 Level: 6
Magic Points: 40 Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Ether
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 item Area: Special
Duration: Special Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the next spell Description: Casting this spell causes a spell effect
cast to be stored or imbued into an item that is currently in effect to become perma-
specified by the caster. Most magical items nent. Immutability will not make perma-
are created with this spell. The Aedile de- nent effects or states that are not spell ef-
termines the effect. It may be necessary for fects.
conditions to be specified as well. For example, a caster may cast
For example, a caster may imbue a Tenesmus on a victim, which makes them
sword with Bestow Lesser Harm. The next constipated for a limited duration. During
creature to touch the sword will receive the the duration of the effects of the Tenesmus
effects of that spell. So that the Bestow spell, any caster may cast Immutability on
Lesser Harm spell does not harm the wielder the victim. This would result in making the
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as the next character who touches the sword, effect of the Tenesmus spell permanent. For
a crafty sorcerer may then wrap the handle the rest of the victim’s life, they will suffer
with new leather. In this way, a character from severe constipation.
may wield the weapon, since they are only This spell is often used in conjunc-
touching leather that was not affected by the tion with Imbue Item. If an item is imbued
spell. with a spell, then casting Immutability on
Imbue Item is often used in conjunc- the item will make permanent whatever spell
tion with another spell called Immutability. effects or capabilities it has.
Casting Immutability on an imbued item will If the item is metallic, then a chance
make the effects of a spell permanent. For of spell failure exists due to defigere (see
instance, after casting Immutability on the Chap. 11: Magic). If spell failure occurs, then
sword mentioned above with Bestow Lesser a Random Magical Effect occurs (see Ap-
Harm, it may harm those upon contact pendix 3: Random Magical Effects). Thereafter,
whenever the wielder wills it. the immutable effect will produce a random
Finally, a Wish spell may be cast so magical effect if spell failure occurred, or it
that conditions are imposed, such as allow- will work consistently thereafter if spell fail-
ing the wielder of the sword mentioned ure did not occur.
above to be able to touch the blade and
handle, but anyone struck receives the ef-
fect of the spell.
If the item is metallic, then a chance
of spell failure exists due to defigere (see
Chap. 11: Magic). If spell failure results, then
a Random Magical Effect occurs (see Ap-
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 Immutable Wound Impotence
Level: 4 Level: 1
Magic Points: 32 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 male creature
Duration: Permanent Duration: See below
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes a touched Description: Casting this spell causes a target
target creature never to heal from the next creature to become impotent. The degree
wound that they receive. The next wound of impotence is affected by the level of the
received by the target creature will be im- caster. This spell does not affect females.
mutable. Hence, whatever LP the target The target creature must be touched suc-
creature loses is permanent. The target crea- cessfully. If the target creature resists being
ture must be touched successfully. If the touched, then the caster must make a Brawl-
target creature resists being touched, then ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). Consult
the caster must make a Brawling skill check the table below:
(see Chap. 8: Skills).

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Cas te rLe ve l Effe c t
1 -2 Ma nhood l i mp for 1 d1 0 mi nute s
3 -4 Ma nhood l i mp for 1 d2 0 hours
5 -6 Ma nhood l i mp for 1 d8 da y s
7 -8 Ma nhood l i mp for 1 d4 we e k s
9 -1 0 Ma nhood l i mp for 1 d1 2 months
1 1 -1 2 Ma nhood l i mp for 1 d1 0 y e a rs
1 3 -1 4 Ma nhood l i mp for 1 d1 0 de c a de s
>1 4 Ma nhood l i mp pe r ma ne ntl y

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 Indispensable Invisibility Internal Explosion
Level: 5 Level: 2
Magic Points: 40 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Air Discipline: Fire
Range: Caster Range: Direct line of sight
Area: Caster’s body Area: 1 creature’s innards
Duration: Until sunset Duration: Instantaneous
Reference: PGM I. 222-31. Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: Make me invisible, AEO OAE EIE EAO, Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
in the presence of any man until sunset, IO Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
IO O PHRIXRIZO EOA. Description: Casting this spell causes an Internal
Ingredients: Fat or eye of a night owl, ball (pellet) Explosion to occur in a target seen by the
of dung of a beetle, and oil of an unripe caster during casting. The explosion causes
olive. 2d8 Life Points of damage to the innards
Ritual: Take the ingredients and grind them all to- of the selected creature. If the creature sur-
gether until smooth, and smear your whole vives, then the Aedile may determine addi-
body with it. Then, speak the chant. tional effects, such as intense farting.
Description: Casting this spell will make the caster
invisible to all others until sunset. If the
light of the sun is unavailable, then the spell
fails to function.
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Inferno
Level: 8
Magic Points: 64
Discipline: Fire
Range: 10 miles
Area: 1,000’ blast radius
Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes incomprehen-
sible burning damage. The caster must
choose a central point within the range.
From this central point, a fiery blast will ex-
plode violently and implode again within 1
round. Anything within the area is subjected
to 4d100 IP or LP. Vegetation will not grow
in this area for 1 decade. The explosion will
be heard and felt up to 1 mile away.

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 Internal Infestation Intestinal Wreathe
Level: 2 Level: 3
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 24
Discipline: Air Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: 500’
Area: 1 creature’s innards Area: 1 target creature
Duration: Permanent Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster.
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell summons creatures Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
to infest an area inside the target creature. Description: Casting this spell causes a creature’s
The target creature must be touched suc- intestines to emerge from their rectum and
cessfully. If the target creature resists being encircle the neck of their owner. The target’s
touched, then the caster must make a Brawl- intestines will strangle them with a Strength
ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). equal to the caster (see Wrestling in Chap. 8:
Upon casting this spell, the caster Skills). Even if the target overcomes their
must designate which internal area will be animated intestines, they are usually bewil-
infested. Possibilities include: anus, mouth, dered for the rest of their lives, and defecat-
stomach, vagina, or womb. Enough crea- ing is uncomfortable, at best. The caster

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tures will be summoned to fill the internal must be able to see the target creature at all
area. The species of creature summoned is times and maintain concentration.
determined randomly. Roll 1d100 and con-
sult the table below:

Roll Ins e c t
0 1 -1 0 Ant
1 1 -2 0 Be e
2 1 -3 0 Coc k roa c h
3 1 -4 0 Fi re fl y
4 1 -5 0 Fl y
5 1 -6 0 Gra sshoppe r
6 1 -7 0 Mosqui to
7 1 -8 0 Spi de r, da ddy l ong l e gs
8 1 -9 0 Spi de r, wol f
9 1 -1 0 0 Wor m

If an infestation occurs in the womb

of a pregnant female, then the fetus dies
instantly.
Bees will sting the target creature. 4
beestings will cause 1 LP of damage. After
the Aedile estimates the number of bees,
the Aedile must roll to determine what per-
cent of the bees will sting the target crea-
ture during the 1st round. The remainder
will sting the target creature the 2nd round.

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 Invincibility Invincibility to Acid
Level: 10 Level: 8
Magic Points: 1,800 Magic Points: 64
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 target creature Area: 1 target creature
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the target Description: Casting this spell causes the target
creature to become impervious to all attacks creature to become impervious to all acid
and harm, with 1 exception. The exception attacks, both magical and non-magical. The
is determined by the Aedile. For some, it is target creature must be touched successfully.
a specific body part where they may be If the target creature resists being touched,
harmed normally. For others, there is only then the caster must make a Brawling skill
1 form of attack, such as fire, to which they check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
are not invincible. This spell grants invinci-
bility with 1 exception determined by the
Aedile. The target creature must be touched Invincibility to Air
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successfully. If the target creature resists Level: 7

being touched, then the caster must make a Magic Points: 56
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). Discipline: Water
Range: Touch
Area: 1 target creature
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the target
creature to become impervious to all air at-
tacks, both magical and non-magical. The
target creature must be touched successfully.
If the target creature resists being touched,
then the caster must make a Brawling skill
check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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 Invincibility to Bases Invincibility to Earth
Level: 8 Level: 7
Magic Points: 64 Magic Points: 56
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the target Description: Casting this spell causes the target
creature to become impervious to all base creature to become impervious to all earth
attacks, both magical and non-magical. Here, attacks, both magical and non-magical. The
base is meant as the opposite of acid. The target creature must be touched successfully.
target creature must be touched successfully. If the target creature resists being touched,
If the target creature resists being touched, then the caster must make a Brawling skill
then the caster must make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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Invincibility to Electricity
Invincibility to Cold Level: 7
Level: 7 Magic Points: 56
Magic Points: 56 Discipline: Water
Discipline: Water Range: Touch
Range: Touch Area: 1 creature
Area: 1 creature Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal to the level of the caster
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell causes the target
Description: Casting this spell causes the target creature to become impervious to all elec-
creature to become impervious to all cold trical attacks, both magical and non-magi-
attacks, both magical and non-magical. The cal. The target creature must be touched
target creature must be touched successfully. successfully. If the target creature resists
If the target creature resists being touched, being touched, then the caster must make a
then the caster must make a Brawling skill Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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 Invincibility to Fire Invincibility to Poison
Level: 7 Level: 9
Magic Points: 56 Magic Points: 270
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the target Description: Casting this spell causes the target
creature to become impervious to all fire at- creature to become impervious to all poi-
tacks, both magical and non-magical. The son attacks, both magical and non-magical.
target creature must be touched successfully. The target creature must be touched suc-
If the target creature resists being touched, cessfully. If the target creature resists being
then the caster must make a Brawling skill touched, then the caster must make a Brawl-
check (see Chap. 8: Skills). ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

Invincibility to Gaze Invincibility to Water

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Level: 8 Level: 7
Magic Points: 64 Magic Points: 56
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the target Description: Casting this spell causes the target
creature to become impervious to all gaze creature to become impervious to all water
attacks, both magical and non-magical. The attacks, both magical and non-magical. The
target creature must be touched successfully. target creature must be touched successfully.
If the target creature resists being touched, If the target creature resists being touched,
then the caster must make a Brawling skill then the caster must make a Brawling skill
check (see Chap. 8: Skills). check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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 Invisibility Ionic Attack
Level: 3 Level: 1
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Air Discipline: Fire
Range: Caster Range: Touch
Area: Caster’s body Area: Creature touched
Duration: Caster’s discretion. Duration: Instantaneous
Reference: PGM I. 247-62. Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: Rise up, infernal demon, IO ERBETH IO Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
PHOBETH IO PAKERBETH IO Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
APOMPS; Whatever I, (caster’s name), or- Description: Casting this spell transfers damaging
der you to do, be obedient to me. ionic energy from the caster to a target. The
Ingredients: Eye of a corpse that has died a vio- target creature must be touched successfully.
lent death, a rose plant, and oil of lily. If the target creature resists being touched,
Ritual: Take the ingredients and rub them with oil then the caster must make a Brawling skill
of lily. As you rub them, speak the chant. check (see Chap. 8: Skills). The target loses
If you wish to become invisible, rub just your 1d10 LP of electrical damage. If the Brawl-
face with the concoction, and you will be ing check is failed, then the spell is wasted.
invisible for as long as you wish. And if you The ancient word ion means something that
wish to be visible again, move from west to goes. In this spell, it is damaging energy that

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east and say this name, and you will be obvi- goes to the target.
ous and visible to all.
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
become invisible for as long as desired. The
clothes and possessions of the caster do not
become invisible, only their body. The
power of this spell is granted by a
cacodaemon, and hence, moral casters shun
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 Lesser Bidding Lesser Electrical Discharge
Level: 3 Level: 1
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Fire
Range: 25’ Range: 50’
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 target
Duration: 1 hour per level of the caster Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes 1 target crea- Description: Casting this spell causes a small beam
ture to become subservient to the caster’s of electricity to zap forth from the finger
bidding. The caster must be within 25’ of of the caster and do 1d10 LP of damage to
the target creature and able to see their eyes the target creature. A successful Aim skill
without obstruction. The target creature check must be made regarding the caster’s
may be able to avoid the effects of the spell finger in order to hit the target (see Chap. 8:
if they pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH Skills). Otherwise the spell is wasted.
21.
While under the influence of the
caster, the target creature will not commit Lesser Healing
suicide, but may be more apt to harm them- Level: 1
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selves than usual. Generally, they will feel Magic Points: 8

compelled to please the caster by doing their Discipline: Water
bidding without question. The target crea- Range: Touch
ture of this spell is dominated mentally by Area: 1 creature touched
the caster. Duration: Instantaneous
When the spell expires, the target Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
creature will remember the events that oc- Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
curred during this spell. However, these Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
memories will seem disoriented, as if from Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
a dream. heal another. The target creature must be
Perhaps the most popular use of this touched successfully. If the target creature
spell is for sexual purposes. Horny male resists being touched, then the caster must
casters frequently use this spell to make at- make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
tractive females do their sexual bidding. Skills). If successful, then the creature re-
gains 1d10 LP if wounded. If missed, then
the spell is wasted.

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 Lesser Holocaust Lesser Hologram
Level: 9 Level: 1
Magic Points: 270 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Air
Range: 50 miles Range: 50’ + 10’ per level of the caster
Area: 1 mile blast radius Area: 1 cubic foot
Duration: Instantaneous Duration: Until the caster ceases concentration on
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic the hologram
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes incomprehen- Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
sible burning damage. The caster must Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
choose a central point within the range. create a silent and scentless illusion no larger
From this central point, a fiery blast will ex- than 1 cubic foot. The illusion may be mo-
plode violently and implode again within 1 bile if so desired, though the object cannot
round. Anything within the area is subjected move beyond the area of the spell. For in-
to (4d100 x 10) IP or LP. It is likely that stance, the illusion may be any sort of small
only ashes will remain. Vegetation will not animal, as long as the caster has seen it be-
grow in this area for 1 century. The explo- fore.
sion will be heard and felt up to 10 miles All creatures who view this hologram

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away. must make a successful Analytic Intelligence
sub-ability check at TH 17 in order to rec-
ognize that this is not real. If they fail the
check, then they will behave as if it were
real. In certain situations that may be cre-
ated by the caster and could possibly threaten
the life of a believer, onlookers may also be
subjected to making a successful Health sub-
ability check or suffering appropriate penal-
ties as deemed by the Aedile. For instance,
a caster may choose to create a hologram
of a knife hurling through the air at the head
of a trollop. If the trollop believes, then
the Aedile may make her roll against an ap-
propriate TH for the situation and may also
decide the appropriate penalties.

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 Lesser Mending Lesser Vulnerability to Air
Level: 2 Level: 1
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Water Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature touched Area: 1 creature or object
Duration: Instantaneous Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
mend broken bones. Broken bones often Description: Casting this spell causes the target
result from Graphic Gore (see Chap. 10: creature to automatically take 150% IP or
Combat). Tendons and dismembered limbs LP of damage from any and all air attacks,
may not be mended, except with the spell natural or magical, for the duration of the
called Greater Mending. spell.
The target creature must be touched The target creature must be touched
successfully. If the target creature resists successfully. If the target creature resists
being touched, then the caster must make a being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
Chapter 12: Spells

Lesser Vulnerability to Acid Lesser Vulnerability to Armor

Level: 2 Level: 1
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature or object Area: 1 target creature
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the target Description: Casting this spell causes an armored
creature to automatically take 150% IP or target creature to become more vulnerable,
LP of damage from any and all acid attacks, losing 5 CA per level of the caster.
natural or magical, for the duration of the The target creature must be touched
spell. successfully. If the target creature resists
The target creature must be touched being touched, then the caster must make a
successfully. If the target creature resists Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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 Lesser Vulnerability to Bases Lesser Vulnerability to Cold
Level: 2 Level: 1
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature or object Area: 1 creature or object
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the target Description: Casting this spell causes the target
creature to automatically take 150% IP or creature to automatically take 150% IP or
LP of damage from any and all base attacks, LP of damage from any and all cold attacks,
natural or magical, for the duration of the natural or magical, for the duration of the
spell. By base, it is meant the opposite of spell.
acid. The target creature must be touched
The target creature must be touched successfully. If the target creature resists
successfully. If the target creature resists being touched, then the caster must make a
being touched, then the caster must make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

Lesser Vulnerability to Discipline

Lesser Vulnerability to Cholerics Level: 1
Level: 2 Magic Points: 8
Magic Points: 16 Discipline: Earth
Discipline: Earth Range: Touch
Range: Touch Area: 1 creature or object
Area: 1 creature or object Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal to the level of the caster
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell causes the target
Description: Casting this spell causes the target creature to automatically take 150% IP or
creature to automatically take 150% LP of LP of damage from any magical attacks of
damage from any and all attacks made by a specified discipline for the duration of the
creatures with a predominantly choleric tem- spell. The specific magical discipline must
perament for the duration of the spell. be named prior to casting.
The target creature must be touched The target creature must be touched
successfully. If the target creature resists successfully. If the target creature resists
being touched, then the caster must make a being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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 Lesser Vulnerability to Earth Lesser Vulnerability to Ethicality
Level: 1 Level: 3
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 24
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature or object Area: 1 creature or object
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the target Description: Casting this spell causes the target
creature to automatically take 150% IP or creature to automatically take 150% LP of
LP of damage from any and all earth at- damage from any and all attacks made by
tacks, natural or magical, for the duration ethical creatures for the duration of the spell.
of the spell. The target creature must be touched
The target creature must be touched successfully. If the target creature resists
successfully. If the target creature resists being touched, then the caster must make a
being touched, then the caster must make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
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Lesser Vulnerability to Fire

Lesser Vulnerability to Electricity Level: 1
Level: 1 Magic Points: 8
Magic Points: 8 Discipline: Earth
Discipline: Earth Range: Touch
Range: Touch Area: 1 creature or object
Area: 1 creature or object Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal to the level of the caster
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell causes the target
Description: Casting this spell causes the target creature to automatically take 150% LP of
creature to automatically take 150% IP or damage from any and all fire attacks, natural
LP of damage from any and all electrical at- or magical, for the duration of the spell.
tacks, natural or magical, for the duration The target creature must be touched
of the spell. successfully. If the target creature resists
The target creature must be touched being touched, then the caster must make a
successfully. If the target creature resists Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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 Lesser Vulnerability to Immorality Lesser Vulnerability to Morality
Level: 3 Level: 3
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 24
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature or object Area: 1 creature or object
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the target Description: Casting this spell causes the target
creature to automatically take 150% LP of creature to automatically take 150% LP of
damage from any and all attacks made by damage from any and all attacks made by
immoral creatures for the duration of the moral creatures for the duration of the spell.
spell. The target creature must be touched
The target creature must be touched successfully. If the target creature resists
successfully. If the target creature resists being touched, then the caster must make a
being touched, then the caster must make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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Lesser Vulnerability to Phlegmatics
Lesser Vulnerability to Melancholics Level: 2
Level: 2 Magic Points: 16
Magic Points: 16 Discipline: Earth
Discipline: Earth Range: Touch
Range: Touch Area: 1 creature or object
Area: 1 creature or object Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal to the level of the caster
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell causes the target
Description: Casting this spell causes the target creature to automatically take 150% LP of
creature to automatically take 150% LP of damage from any and all attacks made by
damage from any and all attacks made by creatures with a predominantly phlegmatic
creatures with a predominantly melanhcolic temperament for the duration of the spell.
temperament for the duration of the spell. The target creature must be touched
The target creature must be touched successfully. If the target creature resists
successfully. If the target creature resists being touched, then the caster must make a
being touched, then the caster must make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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 Lesser Vulnerability to Poison Lesser Vulnerability to Skill
Level: 3 Level: 3
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 24
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature or object Area: 1 target creature
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the target Description: Casting this spell causes the target
creature to automatically take 150% IP or creature to automatically suffer a penalty to
LP of damage from any and all poison, natu- all skill checks. The penalty is - 2 per level
ral or magical, for the duration of the spell. of the caster.
The target creature must be touched The target creature must be touched
successfully. If the target creature resists successfully. If the target creature resists
being touched, then the caster must make a being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
Chapter 12: Spells

Lesser Vulnerability to Sanguines Lesser Vulnerability to Sonics

Level: 2 Level: 2
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature or object Area: 1 creature or object
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the target Description: Casting this spell causes the target
creature to automatically take 150% LP of creature to automatically take 150% IP or
damage from any and all attacks made by LP of damage from any and all sonic at-
creatures with a predominantly sanguine tacks, natural or magical, for the duration
temperament for the duration of the spell. of the spell.
The target creature must be touched The target creature must be touched
successfully. If the target creature resists successfully. If the target creature resists
being touched, then the caster must make a being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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 Lesser Vulnerability to Unethicality Living Monstrosity
Level: 3 Level: 2
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature or object Area: 1 unborn fetus
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: Permanent
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell causes an unborn
Description: Casting this spell causes the target fetus to become diseased or deformed. The
creature to automatically take 150% LP of belly of the pregnant female must be
damage from any and all attacks made by touched successfully. If the pregnant female
unethical creatures for the duration of the resists being touched, then the caster must
spell. make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
The target creature must be touched Skills). The Aedile decides the exact nature
successfully. If the target creature resists of the birth defect. Whatever it is, it will be
being touched, then the caster must make a a curse to the child, not a blessing.
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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Love Spell I
Lesser Vulnerability to Weapon Level: 1
Level: 1 Magic Points: 8
Magic Points: 8 Discipline: Ether
Discipline: Earth Range: Manhood Insertion
Range: Touch Area: 1 woman
Area: 1 creature or object Duration: 3 hours to an exponential power equal
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal to the level of the caster
to the level of the caster Reference: PDM xiv. 1047-48.
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: None
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: Foam of a stallion’s mouth
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: To make a woman love copulating with her:
Description: Casting this spell causes the target Anoint your Manhood with the ingredient
creature to automatically take 150% IP or and lie with the woman.
LP of damage from any and all attacks that Description: Casting this spell will cause any woman
result from a specific type of weapon envi- who is slept with to fall in love with the caster
sioned by the caster during casting. upon sleeping with him.
The target creature must be touched
successfully. If the target creature resists
being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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 Love Spell II Love Spell IV
Level: 2 Level: 4
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Ether
Range: Manhood Insertion Range: 1’
Area: 1 woman Area: 1 passionately kissed partner
Duration: 3 days to an exponential power equal to Duration: 2 weeks to an exponential power equal
the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Reference: PDM xiv. 930-32. Reference: PGM VII. 661-63.
Chant: None Chant: ANOK THARENEPIBATHA
Ingredients: Fruit of acacia and honey CHEOUCHCHA ANOA ANOK
Ritual: To cause a woman to love a man: fruit of CHARIEMOCHTH LAILAM.
acacia; grind with honey; anoint his Man- Ingredients: None
hood with it; and lie with the woman! Ritual: In conversation while kissing passionately,
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to speak the chant.
make any woman love him who sleeps with Description: Casting this spell causes 1 passionately
him. kissed partner to fall in love with the caster.
The caster may physically abuse the partner
if so desired, and their love for the caster
Love Spell III will not waiver.
Level: 3
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Magic Points: 24
Discipline: Fire Love Spell V
Range: Unlimited Level: 5
Area: 1 beautiful woman Magic Points: 40
Duration: 2 weeks to an exponential power equal Discipline: Ether
to the level of the caster Range: Lip to lip
Reference: PGM IV. 1265-74. Area: The character passionately kissed
Chant: NEPHERIERI Duration: 1 year per level if the caster
Ingredients: Frankincense Reference: PGM VII. 405-6.
Ritual: If you wish to win a woman who is beauti- Chant: I am THAZI N EPIBATHA CHEOUCH
ful, be pure for 3 days, make an offering of CHA Iam I am CHARIEMOUTH
frankincense, and speak the chant over it. LAILAM.
You approach the woman and say it 7 times Ingredients: None
in your soul as you gaze at her, and in this Ritual: For love, speak the chant while kissing
way it will succeed. But do this for 7 days. passionately.
Description: Casting this spell will cause the beau- Description: Casting this spell causes the charac-
tiful woman to fall in love with the caster. ter kissed to fall in love with the caster. They
To qualify as beautiful, the woman must have will be so attracted to the caster that at any
Facial Charisma and Bodily Attractiveness moment they are not touching the caster,
sub-ability scores each in excess of 130. they will masturbate. It is impossible for
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 Love Spell of Attraction I Love Spell of Attraction II
Level: 2 Level: 3
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 24
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Ether
Range: Unlimited Range: 1 mile
Area: 1 woman Area: 1 woman
Duration: Until she goes home and has sex with Duration: 3 days to an exponential power equal to
the caster. the level of the caster
Reference: PGM IV. 94-153. Reference: PGM IV. 2943-66.
Chant: When she drinks, when she eats, when she Chant: None
has intercourse with someone else, I will be- Ingredients: A bat, unbaked dough or unmelted
witch her heart, I will bewitch the heart of wax, a new drinking vessel, a papyrus strip
her, I will bewitch her breath, I will bewitch Ritual: Take the eyes of a bat and release it alive,
her 365 members, I will bewitch her inner and take a piece of unbaked dough or
part...wherever I desire, until she comes to unmelted wax and mold a little dog; and put
me and I know what is in her heart, what the right eye of the bat into the right eye of
she does, and of what she thinks, quickly, the little dog, implanting also in the same
quickly; immediately, immediately. way the left one in the left. And take a needle,
Ingredients: Forge a double iron nail with a head, thread it with the magical material and stick
a thin base, and a strong point. it through the eyes of the little dog, so that

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Ritual: Dip the double iron nail in blood and speak the magical material is visible. And put the
the chant. dog into a new drinking vessel, attach a pa-
Description: After casting this spell, every flam- pyrus strip to it. Deposit it at a crossroad
ing, every cooking, every heating, every after you have marked the spot so that,
steaming, and every sweating that you will should you wish to recover it, you can find
cause in this flaming stove, you will cause in it.
the heart, in the liver, in the area of the na- Written on the papyrus strip: “I ad-
vel, and in the belly of a specific female you jure you 3 times PHORPHORBA BAIBO
want to attract, until you bring her home PHORBORBA, that she, (speak the name
and she puts what is in her hand into your of the female desired), lose the fire in her
hand, what is in her belly onto your belly, eye or even lie awake with nothing on her
what is in her female parts onto your male mind except me, (speak your own name),
parts, quickly, quickly; immediately, immedi- alone. I adjure you by Kore, PHORBEA
ately. BRIMO NEREATO DAMON BRIMON
If a large amount of saliva forms in SEDNA DARDAR, All-seeing one, OPE,
your mouth as you speak, understand that make her, (speak the name of the desired
she is distressed, wants to talk to you, and is female), lie awake for me through all eter-
lovesick; if you yawn frequently, she wants nity.”
to come to you. But if you sneeze 2 times Description: Casting this spell causes a woman to
or more, then she is in good health, do nothing but think affectionately of the
unafflicted by the love charm, and is return- caster. She is unable to concentrate on any-
ing to where she lives. If you have a head- thing else.
ache and are crying, then she is distressed,
lovesick, or even dying.

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 Love Spell of Attraction III Love Spell of Attraction IV
Level: 3 Level: 4
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Ether
Range: 1 mile Range: 1 mile
Area: 1 character Area: 1 female
Duration: 1 hour per level of the caster Duration: 1 day
Reference: PGM XXXVI. 69-101. Reference: PGM XXXVI. 361-71.
Chant: None Chant: SISISOTH, attract to me her, (speak her
Ingredients: A pure papyrus, blood of an ass, and name) on this very day, in this very hour,
magical material (see below), vinegar gum because I adjure you by the name
Ritual: Take a pure papyrus and with blood of an CHYCHACHAMER MEROUTH
ass write the following names, and put in CHMEMINOUTH THIONTHOUTH
the magical material (such as her hair, cloth- PHIOPHAO BELECHAS AAA EEE EEE
ing, or other possession) from the woman L’ S’ S’ S’ N’ N’. Attract her, (speak her
you desire. Smear the strip of papyrus with name), to (speak your own name).
moistened vinegar gum and glue it to the Ingredients: The skin of an ass, a silurus (a par-
dry vaulted vapor room of a bath, and you ticular kind of common fish), and a dead
will marvel. But watch yourself so that you dog.
are not struck. Ritual: Take the skin of an ass and write the fol-
The writing is this: Come, he who lowing in the blood from the womb of a
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sits on top of the gate, IO ERBETH IO silurus (a particular kind of common fish)
PAKERBETH IO BALCHOSETH IO after mixing in the juice of the plant sarapis.
APOMPS IO SESENRO IO BIMAT After speaking the chant, place it in the
IAKOUMBIAI ABERRAMENTHO mouth of a dead dog, and it will attract her
OULER THEXANAX ETHRELUOOTH in the same hour.
MEMAREBA TOU SETH, as you are in Description: This spell works on the same day it is
flames and on fire, so also the soul, the heart cast. For 1 day, this female will love the caster
of her, (write the name of the desired char- so much, there is nothing she will not do
acter), whom (write the name of the desired for the caster.
character’s mother) bore, until she comes
loving me, (write your own name), and glues
her female pudendum to my male one, im-
mediately, immediately; quickly, quickly.
Description: Casting this spell attracts men to
women, women to men, and makes virgins
rush out of their homes. This spell causes APUDNE.TE.VEL.ME
lust more than love.

Your place or mine?

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Love Spell of Attraction through Touch Madness
Level: 3 Level: 3
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 24
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch Range: 1 mile
Area: 1 female Area: 1 character’s mind
Duration: 1 day per level of the caster Duration: Permanent
Reference: PGM VII. 973-80. Reference: PDM xiv. 1182-87.
Chant: THOBARRABAU MICHAEL MICHAEL Chant: None
OSIRIS PHOR PHORBA ABRIEL Ingredients: Hair of victim and dead man, a hawk
SESEGGENBARPHARAGGES IAO Ritual: To make mad any man or woman: You
SABAOTH ADONAIE LAILAM, compel should take the hair of the character whom
her, (speak the name of the desired female), you wish together with the hair of a dead
whom (speak the name of the female’s man; you should tie them to each other; you
mother) bore, to follow me should I touch should tie them to the body of the hawk;
her. and you should release it alive. If you wish
Ingredients: A scarab, a vetch plant, and a glass to do it for some days, you should put the
cup hawk in a place, feeding it in your house.
Ritual: Take a scarab and boil it in a good unguent, Description: This spell will cause any man or woman
and take the beetle and grind it together with to acquire a Random Mental Illness. Con-

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the plant vetch, and place them in a glass sult the table in Chapter 5: Mind.
cup and speak the chant twice.
Description: After casting this spell, the caster must
touch the desired female for the spell to take Magical Warning
effect. The female will love the caster for Level: 1
the duration of the spell. Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Water
Range: None
Area: A cone that matches the visual range of the
eye of a dog.
Duration: 2 hours per level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell creates a plucked eye
and severed vocal chord of a dog. The op-
tic nerve of the eye connects to the vocal
chords. Whenever the eye sights movement,
the vocal chords are activated, and barking
results. This functions as a warning for the
caster. The plucked eye will see only in the
direction in which it is placed, staring intently
without moving.

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 Martyrization Mass Bidding
Level: 8 Level: 5
Magic Points: 64 Magic Points: 40
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Ether
Range: Touch Range: 100’
Area: 1 target creature Area: 100 creatures
Duration: Permanent Duration: 2 hours to an exponential power equal
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes a target Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
creature, upon death, to become a martyr. Description: Casting this spell causes 100 target
The target creature must be touched suc- creatures closest to a point designated by the
cessfully. If the target creature resists being caster to become subservient to the bidding
touched, then the caster must make a Brawl- of the caster. The target creatures may be
ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). A sizable able to avoid the effects of the spell if they
percentage of the nearest population who pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH 26.
is aware of the death of the target creature While under the influence of the
will martyrize them. Circumstances vary, but caster, the target creatures will not commit
if the target creature dies a public death in a suicide, but may be more apt to harm them-
city, then about 100,000 characters will mar- selves than usual. Generally, they will feel
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tyrize them after death. The exact effect is compelled to please the caster by doing the
determined by the Aedile, but it is common caster’s bidding without question. The tar-
for cults to form for a martyr. get creatures of this spell are dominated
mentally by the caster.
When the spell expires, the target
creatures will remember the events that oc-
curred during this spell. However, these
memories will seem disoriented, as if from
a dream.
Perhaps the most popular use of this
spell is to raise a military force or create a
mob.

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 Mass Complete Healing Mass Evanescence
Level: 8 Level: 4
Magic Points: 64 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Water Discipline: Air
Range: Touch Range: All must touch each other simultaneously
Area: 1d1000 characters Area: 10’ x 10’ x 10’
Duration: Instantaneous Duration: Special
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to Description: Casting this spell causes all creatures
heal 1d1000 characters. The characters must or objects touched by the caster in the area
be touched successfully. If a character re- to become evanescent, invisible. The target
sists being touched, then the caster must creatures or object must be touched success-
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: fully. If a target creature resists being
Skills). If successful, each character regains touched, then the caster must make a Brawl-
their full potential LP if wounded, regard- ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
less of the number. If missed, then the spell Evanescence is an illusion that func-
is wasted. tions by inducing all onlooking sentient char-
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checks at TH (18 + 1 per caster level). Fail-
ure means they do not see the evanescent
creature or object.
While evanescent, a creature may be
invisible to others, but will still make sound
normally. Evanescent creatures may attack
others and remain evanescent.
Only whole creatures or objects may
become evanescent. For instance, it is im-
possible for half of a broomstick to become
evanescent. Either the whole broomstick
will, or none of it will be affected.
Following is the duration for the ef-
fect of the spell:

Cas te r Le ve l D uration
1 3 0 se c onds
2 1 mi nute
3 3 0 mi nute s
4 1 hour
5 1 2 hours
6 -7 1 da y
8 1 we e k
9 -1 0 1 year
11 1 de c a de
1 2 -1 3 1 c e ntury
14 1 mi l l e nni um
>1 4 Choi c e of the c a ste r

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 Mass Greater Bidding Mass Greater Healing
Level: 6 Level: 6
Magic Points: 48 Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Water
Range: 200’ Range: Touch
Area: 1,000 creatures Area: 1d1000 creatures
Duration: 3 hours to an exponential power equal Duration: Instantaneous
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
Description: Casting this spell causes 1,000 target heal 1d1000 characters. The target creatures
creatures closest to a point designated by the must be touched successfully. If a target
caster to become subservient to the bidding creature resists being touched, then the
of the caster. The target creatures may be caster must make a Brawling skill check (see
able to avoid the effects of the spell if they Chap. 8: Skills). If successful, then each char-
pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH 30. acter regains 2d20 Life Points if wounded.
While under the influence of the If missed, then the spell is wasted.
caster, the target creatures will not commit
suicide, but may be more apt than usual to
harm themselves. Generally, they will feel Mass Lesser Healing
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compelled to please the caster by doing the Level: 4

caster’s bidding without question. The tar- Magic Points: 32
get creatures of this spell are dominated Discipline: Water
mentally by the caster. Range: Touch
When the spell expires, the target Area: 1d10 creatures
creatures will remember the events that oc- Duration: Instantaneous
curred during this spell. However, these Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
memories will seem disoriented, as if from Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
a dream. Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Perhaps the most popular uses of Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
this spell are to raise a military force, create heal 1d10 characters. The target creatures
a mob, or become king. must be touched successfully. If a target
creature resists being touched, then the
caster must make a Brawling skill check (see
Chap. 8: Skills). If successful, then each char-
acter regains 1d10 LP if wounded. If missed,
then the spell is wasted.

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 Mass Healing Mass Protection from Air
Level: 5 Level: 4
Magic Points: 40 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1d100 creatures Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal
Duration: Instantaneous to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
heal 1d100 characters. The target creatures Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
must be touched successfully. If a target Description: Casting this spell protects creatures
creature resists being touched, then the from air attacks by diminishing damage. The
caster must make a Brawling skill check (see target creatures must be touched success-
Chap. 8: Skills). If successful, then each char- fully. If a target creature resists being
acter regains 2d8 Life Points if wounded. touched, then the caster must make a Brawl-
If missed, then the spell is wasted. ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
All air-based attacks on the target
creatures have reduced damage. Damage is

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Mass Protection from Acid reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP of dam-
Level: 5 age is the least the target creatures can ex-
Magic Points: 40 perience.
Discipline: Water
Range: Touch
Area: 2 creatues to an exponential power equal to
the level of the caster
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell protects creatures
from non-magical acid by diminishing dam-
age. Magical acid is unaffected by this spell.
The target creatures must be touched suc-
cessfully. If a target creature resists being
touched, then the caster must make a Brawl-
ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
All acid-based attacks on the target
creatures have reduced damage. Damage is
reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP of dam-
age is the least that can be experienced by
the target creatures.

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 Mass Protection from Bases Mass Protection from Cholerics
Level: 5 Level: 5
Magic Points: 40 Magic Points: 40
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 2 creature to an exponential power equal to Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal
the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell protects creatures Description: Casting this spell protects creatures
from non-magical bases by diminishing dam- from attacks made by creatures with a pre-
age. Bases, here, are meant as the opposite dominantly choleric temperament by dimin-
of acids. Magical bases are unaffected by ishing damage. The target creatures must be
this spell. The target creatures must be touched successfully. If a target creature
touched successfully. If a target creature resists being touched, then the caster must
resists being touched, then the caster must make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
Skills). All attacks by choleric creatures on
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All base-based attacks on the target the target creatures have reduced damage.
creatures have reduced damage. Damage is Damage is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1
reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP of dam- LP of damage is the least the target crea-
age is the least the target creatures can ex- tures can experience.
perience.

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 Mass Protection from Cold Mass Protection from Discipline
Level: 4 Level: 4
Magic Points: 32 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell protects creatures Description: Casting this spell protects creatures
from non-magical cold by diminishing dam- from all spells of a magical dsicipline. The
age. The target creatures must be touched discipline, such as air or earth, must be speci-
successfully. If a target creature resists be- fied during casting. The target creatures must
ing touched, then the caster must make a be touched successfully. If a target creature
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). resists being touched, then the caster must
All cold-based attacks on the target make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
creatures have reduced damage. Damage is Skills).

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reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP of dam- Any time during the duration of the
age is the least the target creatures can ex- spell in which the target creatures must make
perience. a skill check, a bonus of (2 x caster level) is
applied. Further, damage resulting to the
target creatures from a spell or magical ef-
fect of the specified discipline is reduced by
(5 x caster level)%. 1 LP of damage is the
least the target creatures can experience.

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 Mass Protection from Earth Mass Protection from Electricity
Level: 4 Level: 4
Magic Points: 32 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell protects creatures Description: Casting this spell protects creatures
from earth-based attacks by diminishing from non-magical electricity by diminishing
damage. The target creatures must be damage. Magical electricity is unaffected by
touched successfully. If a target creature this spell. The target creatures must be
resists being touched, then the caster must touched successfully. If a target creature
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: resists being touched, then the caster must
Skills). make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
All earth-based attacks on the target Skills).
creatures have reduced damage. Damage is All electricity-based attacks on the
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reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP of dam- target creatures have reduced damage. Dam-
age is the least the target creatures can ex- age is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP
perience. of damage is the least the target creatures
can experience.

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 Mass Protection from Ethicality Mass Protection from Fire
Level: 6 Level: 4
Magic Points: 48 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell protects creatures Description: Casting this spell protects creatures
from attacks made by ethical creatures by from non-magical fire by diminishing dam-
diminishing damage. The target creatures age. Magical fire is unaffected by this spell.
must be touched successfully. If a target The target creatures must be touched suc-
creature resists being touched, then the cessfully. If a target creature resists being
caster must make a Brawling skill check (see touched, then the caster must make a Brawl-
Chap. 8: Skills). ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
All attacks by ethical creatures on the All fire-based attacks on the target

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target creatures have reduced damage. Dam- creatures have reduced damage. Damage is
age is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP of dam-
of damage is the least the target creatures age is the least the target creatures can ex-
can experience. perience.

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 Mass Protection from Gaze Mass Protection from Immorality
Level: 5 Level: 6
Magic Points: 40 Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell protects creatures Description: Casting this spell protects creatures
from non-magical gaze by diminishing dam- from attacks made by immoral creatures by
age and increasing skill checks. Magical gaze diminishing damage. The target creatures
is unaffected by this spell. The target crea- must be touched successfully. If a target
tures must be touched successfully. If a tar- creature resists being touched, then the
get creature resists being touched, then the caster must make a Brawling skill check (see
caster must make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
Chap. 8: Skills). All attacks by immoral creatures on
Any time during the duration of the the target creatures have reduced damage.
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spell in which the target creatures must make Damage is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1
a skill check, a bonus of (5 x caster level) is LP of damage is the least the target crea-
applied. All gaze-based attacks on the tar- tures can experience.
get creatures have reduced damage. Dam-
age is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP
of damage is the least the target creatures
can experience.

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 Mass Protection from Melancholics Mass Protection from Morality
Level: 5 Level: 6
Magic Points: 40 Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell protects creatures Description: Casting this spell protects creatures
from attacks made by creatures with a pre- from attacks made by moral creatures by di-
dominantly melancholic temperament by di- minishing damage. The target creatures must
minishing damage. The target creatures must be touched successfully. If a target creature
be touched successfully. If a target creature resists being touched, then the caster must
resists being touched, then the caster must make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
Skills). All attacks by moral creatures on the

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All attacks by melancholic creatures target creatures have reduced damage. Dam-
on the target creatures have reduced dam- age is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP
age. Damage is reduced by (5 x caster of damage is the least the target creatures
level)%. 1 LP of damage is the least the can experience.
target creatures can experience.

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 Mass Protection from Phlegmatics Mass Protection from Physical Harm
Level: 5 Level: 6
Magic Points: 40 Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal to
to the level of the caster the level of the caster
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell protects creatures Description: Casting this spell protects creatures
from attacks made by creatures with a pre- from all physical harm by diminishing dam-
dominantly phlegmatic temperament by di- age. The target creatures must be touched
minishing damage. The target creatures must successfully. If a target creature resists be-
be touched successfully. If a target creature ing touched, then the caster must make a
resists being touched, then the caster must Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Damage is reduced for all physical
Skills). attacks on the target creatures for the dura-
All attacks by phlegmatic creatures tion of the spell. Damage is reduced by (5 x
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on the target creatures have reduced dam- caster level)%. 1 LP of damage is the least
age. Damage is reduced by (5 x caster the target creatures can experience.
level)%. 1 LP of damage is the least the
target creatures can experience.

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 Mass Protection from Poison Mass Protection from Sanguines
Level: 6 Level: 5
Magic Points: 48 Magic Points: 40
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal to Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal
the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell protects creatures Description: Casting this spell protects creatures
from non-magical poison by diminishing from attacks made by creatures with a pre-
damage. Magical poison is unaffected by this dominantly sanguine temperament by dimin-
spell. The target creatures must be touched ishing damage. The target creatures must be
successfully. If a target creature resists be- touched successfully. If a target creature
ing touched, then the caster must make a resists being touched, then the caster must
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
All poison-based attacks on the tar- Skills).

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get creatures have reduced damage. Dam- All attacks by sanguine creatures on
age is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP the target creatures have reduced damage.
of damage is the least the target creatures Damage is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1
can experience. LP of damage is the least the target crea-
tures can experience.

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 Mass Protection from Sonics Mass Protection from Unethicality
Level: 5 Level: 6
Magic Points: 40 Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell protects creatures Description: Casting this spell protects touched
from non-magical sonics by diminishing creatures from attacks made by unethical
damage. Magical sonics are unaffected by creatures by diminishing damage. The tar-
this spell. The target creatures must be get creatures must be touched successfully.
touched successfully. If a target creature If a target creature resists being touched,
resists being touched, then the caster must then the caster must make a Brawling skill
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
Skills). All attacks by unethical creatures on
All sonic-based attacks on the tar- the target creatures have reduced damage.
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get creatures have reduced damage. Dam- Damage is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1
age is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP LP of damage is the least the target crea-
of damage is the least the target creatures tures can experience.
can experience.

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 Mass Protection from Water Mass Teleportation
Level: 4 Level: 9
Magic Points: 32 Magic Points: 270
Discipline: Water Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: Instantaneous
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell causes multiple
Description: Casting this spell protects creatures creatures to be moved instantly or trans-
from water-based attacks by diminishing ported to a location envisioned by the caster.
damage. The target creatures must be The caster must have personally been in the
touched successfully. If a target creature exact location where the target creatures are
resists being touched, then the caster must to be transported. The spell functions by
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: converting the bodies of the target creatures
Skills). into pure energy, which then seek the ap-
All water-based attacks on the tar- propriate location at the speed of light, in-

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get creatures have reduced damage. Dam- stantly transforming back into the target
age is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP creatures at the specified destination. All
of damage is the least the target creatures target creatures will appear in the same pro-
can experience. portion regarding distance to each other, and
all must appear at the same destination; the
caster may not specify multiple destinations.
1 of the target creatures must become a main
target creature who will appear at the exact
location, while the others will appear in cor-
rect proportion around the main target crea-
ture.
An improvement over the spell
Teleportation, a caster may teleport creatures
regardless of their size.
In order for the target creatures to
be transported successfully to the correct
location, the caster must pass a Reflection
sub-ability check. The caster must consult
the Aedile to determine the TH of the Re-
flection check. Below are some suggestions:

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 TH Re as on Mass Vulnerability to Acid
<8
Ca ste r ha s not be e n a t Level: 8
the e xa c t de sti na ti on
for a t l e a st 1 hour. Magic Points: 64
Ca ste r ha s not be e n a t
the e xa c t de sti na ti on Discipline: Earth
8 -1 2
for a t l e a st 1 da y.
Ca ste r ha s not be e n a t
the e xa c t de sti na ti on Range: Direct line of sight
1 3 -1 7 Area: 2 creatures or objects to an exponential power
for a t l e a st 1 month.
1 8 -2 2
Ca ste r ha s not be e n a t
the e xa c t de sti na ti on equal to the level of the caster
for a t l e a st 1 y e a r. Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Ca ste r ha s not be e n a t
the e xa c t de sti na ti on to the level of the caster
2 3 -2 7
for a t l e a st 5 y e a rs.
Ca ste r ha s not be e n a t
the e xa c t de sti na ti on Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
2 8 -3 2 Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
for a t l e a st 2 5 y e a rs.
3 3 -3 7
Ca ste r ha s not be e n a t
the e xa c t de sti na ti on Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
for a t l e a st 5 0 y e a rs. Description: Casting this spell causes the targets to
Ca ste r ha s not be e n a t
the e xa c t de sti na ti on
>3 7 automatically take 300% IP or LP of dam-
for a t l e a st 1 0 0 y e a rs.
age from any and all acid attacks, natural or
magical, for the duration of the spell. The
However, the significance of the des- caster must be able to see the targets and
tination is equally important to Reflection. specify them during casting.
If a major life event happened at the loca-
tion (such as marriage or divorce, death of a
friend, close call with death, etc.), then the Mass Vulnerability to Air
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Aedile may lower the TH by no more than Level: 7

17. Magic Points: 56
If the caster fails their Reflection Discipline: Earth
sub-ability check, then the target creatures Range: Direct line of sight
are not transported to the destination. In- Area: 2 creatures or objects to an exponential power
stead, roll 3d10 and consult the table below: equal to the level of the caster
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Roll Re s ult to the level of the caster
The ta rge t c re a ture s a re tota l l y una ffe c te d
<1 4 Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
by the spe l l .
The ta rge t c re a ture s a re c onv e rte d i nto pure Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
1 4 -1 6 e ne rg y, a nd the c a ste r doe s not k now Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
whe re the i r e ne rg y i s. Description: Casting this spell causes the targets to
The ta rge t c re a ture s a re tra nsporte d automatically take 300% IP or LP of dam-
1 7 -2 0 (1 d1 0 0 )% of the di sta nc e i n a ra ndom
age from any and all air attacks, natural or
di re c ti on.
The ta rge t c re a ture s a re tra nsporte d magical, for the duration of the spell. The
>2 0 (1 d1 0 0 )% of the di sta nc e i n the c orre c t caster must be able to see the targets and
di re c ti on. specify them during casting.

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 Mass Vulnerability to Armor Mass Vulnerability to Cholerics
Level: 7 Level: 8
Magic Points: 56 Magic Points: 64
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Direct line of sight Range: Direct line of sight
Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal to Area: 2 creatures or objects to an exponential power
the level of the caster equal to the level of the caster
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes armored crea- Description: Casting this spell causes the targets to
tures to become more vulnerable, losing 3 automatically take 300% LP of damage from
CA per level of the caster. The caster must any and all attacks made by creatures with a
be able to see the targets and specify them predominantly choleric temperament for the
during casting. CA may not be reduced be- duration of the spell. The caster must be
low 1. able to see the targets and specify them dur-
ing casting.

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Mass Vulnerability to Bases
Level: 8 Mass Vulnerability to Cold
Magic Points: 64 Level: 7
Discipline: Earth Magic Points: 56
Range: Direct line of sight Discipline: Earth
Area: 2 creatures or objects to an exponential power Range: Direct line of sight
equal to the level of the caster Area: 2 creatures or objects to an exponential power
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal equal to the level of the caster
to the level of the caster Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the targets to Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
automatically take 300% IP or LP of dam- Description: Casting this spell causes the targets to
age from any and all base attacks, natural or automatically take 300% IP or LP of dam-
magical, for the duration of the spell. By age from any and all cold attacks, natural or
base, it is meant the opposite of acid. The magical, for the duration of the spell. The
caster must be able to see the targets and caster must be able to see the targets and
specify them during casting. specify them during casting.

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 Mass Vulnerability to Discipline Mass Vulnerability to Electricity
Level: 7 Level: 7
Magic Points: 56 Magic Points: 56
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Direct line of sight Range: Direct line of sight
Area: 2 creatures or objects to an exponential power Area: 2 creatures or objects
equal to the level of the caster Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal to the level of the caster
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell causes the targets to
Description: Casting this spell causes the targets to automatically take 300% IP or LP of dam-
automatically take 300% IP or LP of dam- age from any and all electrical attacks, natu-
age from any magical attacks of a specified ral or magical, for the duration of the spell.
discipline for the duration of the spell. The The caster must be able to see the targets
specific magical discipline must be named and specify them during casting.
prior to casting. Also, the caster must be
able to see the targets and specify them dur-
ing casting. Mass Vulnerability to Ethicality
Level: 9
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Magic Points: 270

Mass Vulnerability to Earth Discipline: Earth
Level: 7 Range: Direct line of sight
Magic Points: 56 Area: 2 creatures or objects to an exponential power
Discipline: Earth equal to the level of the caster
Range: Direct line of sight Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Area: 2 creatures or objects to the level of the caster
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
to the level of the caster Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell causes the targets to
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic automatically take 300% LP of damage from
Description: Casting this spell necessitates the tar- any and all attacks made by ethical creatures
gets to automatically take 300% IP or LP of for the duration of the spell. The caster
damage from any and all earthen attacks, must be able to see the targets and specify
natural or magical, for the duration of the them during casting.
spell. The caster must be able to see the
targets and specify them during casting.

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 Mass Vulnerability to Fire Mass Vulnerability to Melancholics
Level: 7 Level: 8
Magic Points: 56 Magic Points: 64
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Direct line of sight Range: Direct line of sight
Area: 2 creatures or objects to an exponential power Area: 2 creatures or objects to an exponential power
equal to the level of the caster equal to the level of the caster
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the targets to Description: Casting this spell causes the targets to
automatically take 300% LP of damage from automatically take 300% LP of damage from
any and all fire attacks, natural or magical, any and all attacks made by creatures with a
for the duration of the spell. The caster predominantly melancholic temperament
must be able to see the targets and specify for the duration of the spell. The caster
them during casting. must be able to see the targets and specify
them during casting.

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Mass Vulnerability to Immorality
Level: 9 Mass Vulnerability to Morality
Magic Points: 270 Level: 9
Discipline: Earth Magic Points: 270
Range: Direct line of sight Discipline: Earth
Area: 2 creatures or objects to an exponential power Range: Direct line of sight
equal to the level of the caster Area: 2 creatures or objects to an exponential power
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal equal to the level of the caster
to the level of the caster Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the targets to Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
automatically take 300% LP of damage from Description: Casting this spell causes the targets to
any and all attacks made by immoral crea- automatically take 300% LP of damage from
tures for the duration of the spell. The caster any and all attacks made by moral creatures
must be able to see the targets and specify for the duration of the spell. The caster
them during casting. must be able to see the targets and specify
them during casting.

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 Mass Vulnerability to Phlegmatics Mass Vulnerability to Sanguines
Level: 8 Level: 8
Magic Points: 64 Magic Points: 64
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Direct line of sight Range: Direct line of sight
Area: 2 creatures or objects to an exponential power Area: 2 creatures or objects to an exponential power
equal to the level of the caster equal to the level of the caster
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the targets to Description: Casting this spell causes the targets to
automatically take 300% LP of damage from automatically take 300% LP of damage from
any and all attacks made by creatures with a any and all attacks made by creatures with a
predominantly phlegmatic temperament for predominantly sanguine temperament for
the duration of the spell. The caster must the duration of the spell. The caster must
be able to see the targets and specify them be able to see the targets and specify them
during casting. during casting.
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Mass Vulnerability to Poison Mass Vulnerability to Skill

Level: 9 Level: 9
Magic Points: 270 Magic Points: 270
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Direct line of sight Range: Direct line of sight
Area: 2 creatures or objects to an exponential power Area: 2 creatures to an exponential power equal
equal to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 minutes to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the targets to Description: Casting this spell causes multiple tar-
automatically take 300% IP or LP of dam- gets to automatically suffer penalties to all
age from any and all poison, natural or magi- skill checks. The penalty is - 2 per level of
cal, for the duration of the spell. The caster the caster. The caster must see the targets
must be able to see the targets and specify upon casting the spell to bestow Mass Vul-
them during casting. nerability to Skill.

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 Mass Vulnerability to Sonics Mass Vulnerability to Weapon
Level: 8 Level: 7
Magic Points: 64 Magic Points: 56
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Direct line of sight Range: Direct line of sight
Area: 2 creatures or objects to an exponential power Area: 2 creatures or objects to an exponential power
equal to the level of the caster equal to the level of the caster
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the targets to Description: Casting this spell causes the targets to
automatically take 300% IP or LP of dam- automatically take 300% IP or LP of dam-
age from any and all sonic attacks, natural age from any and all attacks that result from
or magical, for the duration of the spell. The a specific type of weapon envisioned by the
caster must be able to see the targets and caster during casting. The caster must see
specify them during casting. the targets and specify them during casting.

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Mass Vulnerability to Unethicality Meltdown
Level: 9 Level: 4
Magic Points: 270 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Fire
Range: Direct line of sight Range: 1,000’
Area: 2 creatures or objects to an exponential power Area: 1 creature or object
equal to the level of the caster Duration: 1 round per level of the caster
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
to the level of the caster Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell creates a magical fire
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic capable of melting 1 target creature or ob-
Description: Casting this spell causes the targets to ject, unless immune to magical fire. Melt-
automatically take 300% LP of damage from down causes 1d100 IP or LP of damage per
any and all attacks made by unethical crea- round. The target creature or object must
tures for the duration of the spell. The caster be known to the caster and within range.
must be able to see the targets and specify
them during casting.

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 Miasma Minor Transmogrification
Level: 5 Level: 2
Magic Points: 40 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Earth
Range: 1 mile Range: None
Area: Special Area: Caster
Duration: Special Duration: 10 minutes per level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the air of an Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
area to become vaporous and harmful if assume the physical form of any creature
inhaled. Both the size of the area and within 2’ of the caster’s height or length. The
amount of LP in damage depend on the level caster still retains the same physical proper-
of the caster. Consult the following table: ties of their normal self, they just appear
differently. This is not an illusion. Other
Cas te r Le ve l A re a D am ag e characters may touch and verify the
1 -1 0 5 0 foot c ube 1 d4 /round
1 1 -1 4 1 0 0 foot c ube 1 d8 /round transmogrified form. Features such as abili-
1 5 -1 7 5 0 0 foot c ube 2 d2 0 /round ties, skills, LP, and CA do not change. For
1 8 -1 9 1 , 0 0 0 foot c ube 1 d1 0 0 /round instance, an elven caster may transmogrify
>1 9 1 0 , 0 0 0 foot c ube 4 d1 0 0 /round into a wolf. The elf-wolf will be able to bite
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Damage occurs for each round of or Sprint as a wolf, but will suffer LC penal-
inhalation. Creatures that breathe the Mi- ties for not being skilled at biting or sprint-
asma will cough severely for 2d20 minutes ing. Indeed, learning to walk with 4 legs may
after exiting the vapors, their eyes will be- be difficult, especially if others must be con-
come bloodshot, and snot will flow freely vinced.
from their nostrils.
The duration of the Miasma de-
pends upon the ventilation of the area. If Multiplication of Loaves and Fish
indoors, then it could linger for years. If Level: 4
outdoors, then it dissipates usually in 3d10 Magic Points: 32
minutes. Discipline: Water
Range: Touch
Area: A quantity of loaves and fish
Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes any loaves of
bread and fish before the caster to multiply
in number, not size, by 500 times. Hence, 1
loaf of bread would become 500 loaves of
bread. Only bread and fish may be multi-
plied. The bread and fish must each be
lighter than 5 pounds.

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 Myotomy Near Death Experience
Level: 4 Level: 2
Magic Points: 32 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Air
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 Creature
Duration: Permanent Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the perma- Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
nent division of a muscle. The target crea- Description: Casting this spell causes a target crea-
ture must be touched successfully. If the ture to have a Near Death Experience. The
target creature resists being touched, then target creature must be touched successfully.
the caster must make a Brawling skill check If the target creature resists being touched,
(see Chap. 8: Skills). If the caster success- then the caster must make a Brawling skill
fully touches the target creature, then the check (see Chap. 8: Skills). If the caster suc-
muscle is divided that was touched. This cessfully touches the target creature, then the
muscle will never heal. The Aedile deter- target creature becomes unconscious and
mines the effects of this Myotomy. Con- falls to the ground for the duration of the

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sult either Graphic Gore or the table en- spell. While unconscious, the target crea-
titled Useless/Missing Body Part Penalties ture will see a tunnel of white light and an
in Chapter 10: Combat to determine an ap- unclear figure on the other end who is beck-
propriate effect for a hacked muscle. oning with open arms for the target crea-
ture to come to them. When the spell ends,
the target creature regains consciousness. As
a result of a Near Death Experience, the
PP of the target creature are 40% likely to
decrease by 1d20. Otherwise, the PP of the
target creature increase by 1d20. After the
experience, the target creature will babble
for 1d100 days about experiencing a white
light to any character who will listen.

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 Nous Odium Theologicum
Level: 9 Level: 3
Magic Points: 270 Magic Points: 24
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Ether
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: Creatures touched
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell grants extreme in- Description: Casting this spell causes a hateful ar-
sight to the touched target creature. The gument about religion to occur between all
target creature must be touched successfully. target creatures touched by the caster dur-
If the target creature resists being touched, ing the spell’s duration. The target creature
then the caster must make a Brawling skill must be touched successfully. If the target
check (see Chap. 8: Skills). If the caster is creature resists being touched, then the
successful, then the target creature receives caster must make a Brawling skill check (see
an additional 2d100 points in their sub-abil- Chap. 8: Skills). Each touched target crea-
ity of Intuition for the duration of the spell; ture will yell, grind their teeth, and argue a
Intuition may not be increased above 300 religious position for the duration of the
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with this spell. Further, the target creature spell as long as any character disagrees with
will receive a bonus of 3d10 when making a their religious position.
skill check for a skill that deals with insight
in any manner deemed appropriate by the
Aedile. Nous grants the highest degree of
immediate insight and Intuition.

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 Omniscience Ondontoloxia
Level: 10 Level: 1
Magic Points: 1,800 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: Permanent
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell rearranges the teeth
Description: Casting this spell grants all knowl- of the touched target creature so that they
edge of everything to the touched target are irregular. When a character with
creature. The target creature will know about Ondontoloxia smiles, their Facial Charisma
everything in the past, present, and future. is lowered by (1d100)%. Teeth may occur
However, the target creature must pass an in groups instead of a neat row, and pro-
Intelligence ability check at TH 30 or acquire trude at awkward angles.
1d20 Random Mental Illnesses (see Chap. 5: The target creature must be touched
Mind). After the spell ends, all the knowl- successfully. If the target creature resists
edge of the target creature returns to nor- being touched, then the caster must make a

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mal and none of the knowledge gained dur- Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
ing Omniscience will be remembered.
The target creature must be touched
successfully. If the target creature resists
being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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 One for All Oophagous
Level: 1 Level: 2
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: Permanent
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell causes the digestive
Description: By casting this spell, the caster ex- system of the touched target creature to be
ploits 1 character or creature for the benefit changed permanently; from now on, the
of a group. The target creature must be target creature must eat eggs to survive.
touched successfully. If the target creature Food other than eggs will be regurgitated.
resists being touched, then the caster must The target creature must be touched
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: successfully. If the target creature resists
Skills). being touched, then the caster must make a
Upon a successful touch by the Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
caster, the target character or creature must
pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH 17 or
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lose either Ethical, Moral, Temperament, or Oracle

sub-ability points, 1d20 for each level of the Level: 1
caster. The type of points must be speci- Magic Points: 8
fied by the caster during casting. The char- Discipline: Ether
acter or creature does not simply lose points. Range: This world
Instead, the points are absorbed by the caster Area: 1 character
and all others within a number of feet of Duration: Instantaneous
the caster equal to the level of the caster. Reference: PGM LXII. 47-51.
The points are distributed randomly, but Chant: None
evenly. If the target character or creature is Ingredients: A die and a bowl
reduced to zero points, then death occurs. Ritual: Make the inquirer throw a die in a bowl.
When the effects of the spell expire, the Let them fill this with water. Add to the
caster and the group lose the absorbed cast of the die 612, which is the numerical
points and the exploited victim recovers the value of a god, and subtract from the sum
points, if still alive. 353, which is the numerical value of another.
If then the number remaining is found to
be divisible by 2, then he lives; if not, then
death has them.
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
discern whether a character currently unseen
is alive or has died.

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 Ordained by God Oroanal
Level: 3 Level: 4
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: See below Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the touched Description: Casting this spell causes 1 orifice of
target creature to interpret the next event as the touched target creature to function as
though it was ordained by their god. The both an anus and a mouth. For example, in
interpretation is determined by the Aedile. nature a starfish is Oroanal -- it eats and def-
This spell is ineffective on agnostics or ecates through the same orifice. The target
athesits. creature must be touched successfully. If
The target creature must be touched the target creature resists being touched, then
successfully. If the target creature resists the caster must make a Brawling skill check
being touched, then the caster must make a (see Chap. 8: Skills).
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). If the caster successfully touches the

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target creature, then either the (01-50%) anus
or the (51-100%) mouth becomes an
Oroanal orifice. If the anus becomes an
Oroanal orifice, then the mouth will become
sealed shut; defecation will occur as usual,
but food must be shoved into the anus where
it will be digested. If the mouth becomes
an Oroanal orifice, then the anus will be-
come sealed shut; eating will occur as usual,
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 Pain Berry Perpetual Bleeding
Level: 1 Level: 6
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: Up to 12 berries per level of the caster Area: 1 target creature
Duration: 1 day Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell creates bad berries. Description: Casting this spell requires the target
Each Pain Berry ingested produces imme- creature must be touched successfully. If
diate and intense burning. If swallowed, then the target creature resists being touched, then
these magical berries produce intestinal the caster must make a Brawling skill check
burning. Eating only a few berries may be (see Chap. 8: Skills). Once the target crea-
lethal to a small child. Each berry eaten ture is successfully touched, they are not
causes 2 LP of damage. The effect of these harmed...yet. The next time the target crea-
magical berries is identical to the poisonous ture suffers damage that makes them bleed,
berries of the daphne plant, which may be then they will discover that the wound will
found in Chapter 17: Natural Substances. bleed eternally. Women are the only excep-
tion to this rule, since they bleed naturally.
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Hence, this spell may give a woman eternal

Palfrey menstruation, though this is not considered
Level: 4 suffering damage.
Magic Points: 32 The rate of bleeding is determined
Discipline: Air by the level of the caster. Consult the table
Range: 1 mile below:
Area: 1 riding horse
Duration: 3 minutes to an exponential power equal Cas te r Le ve l Rate of Ble e ding
1 -4 1 LP/da y
to the level of the caster 5 -8 1 LP/hour
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic 9 -1 1 1 LP/mi nute
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic 1 2 -1 5 1 LP/round
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic 1 6 -1 7 1 LP/se c ond
1 8 -1 9 1 0 LP/se c ond
Description: Casting this spell summons a palfrey,
>1 9 1 0 0 LP/se c ond
a dainty riding horse, from the surrounding
mile. There is nothing remarkable about the No matter what is done, it will bleed
horse. The mount will faithfully serve the forever. Even if magical healing is applied,
caster as though it has known and trusted the wound will not heal. Therefore, centu-
the caster for a lifetime. ries later, the corpse of a human will still be
bleeding.

FUTUE.TE.ET.IPSUM.CABALLUM

Fuck you, and the horse you rode in on!

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 Perpetual Burn Perpetual Healing
Level: 5 Level: 10
Magic Points: 40 Magic Points: 1,800
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Self
Area: Special Area: 1 creature touched
Duration: Permanent Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell creates a magical fire Description: Once this spell is cast for the first time,
that burns for eternity. The flame cannot it is unnecessary to cast it again. Casting
be extinguished. The size of the fire de- this spell eternally allows the caster to heal
pends on the level of the caster. See below: any creature by touch without limitation.
The target creature must be touched suc-
Cas te r Le ve l Siz e of Fire cessfully. If the target creature resists being
1 -4 Ca ndl e touched, then the caster must make a Brawl-
5 -8 Torc h
9 -1 1 Ca mpfi re ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). If suc-
1 2 -1 5 Bonfi re cessful, then the creature regains their full
1 6 -1 7 House fi re potential of LP if wounded, regardless of

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1 8 -1 9 Burni ng Vi l l a ge the number. Any creature that physically
>1 9 Vol c a no contacts the caster, provided the caster wills
the effect to happen, is healed instantly.

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 Perpetual Hologram Perpetual Orgasm
Level: 5 Level: 5
Magic Points: 40 Magic Points: 40
Discipline: Air Discipline: Earth
Range: 500’ + 100’ per level of the caster Range: Touch
Area: 100 cubic feet Area: 1 target creature
Duration: Permanent Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to Description: Casting this spell requires the target
create an illusion no larger than 100 cubic creature to be touched successfully. If the
feet. The illusion may be mobile if so de- target creature resists being touched, then
sired, though the object cannot move be- the caster must make a Brawling skill check
yond the area of the spell. For instance, the (see Chap. 8: Skills). If successful, then the
illusion may be any sort of small animal, as target creature will orgasm without end and
long as the caster has seen it before. for eternity.
An improvement over Greater Ho- As good as a neverending orgasm
logram, Perpetual Hologram remains in ef- sounds, a creature is incapable of remaining
fect permanently, once cast. This spell al- alive while experiencing a Perpetual Orgasm.
lows sound and smell to accompany the vi- For the first 1-2 minutes, the effects of this
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sual illusion, though it cannot provide sen- spell will seem like the greatest blessing to
sations of taste or touch. The only sound the target creature. Thereafter, survival de-
and smell that may accompany the illusion pends on the sub-ability of Health. Every
is a sound or smell that the caster has physi- minute after the initial 1-2 minutes necessi-
cally heard or smelt before and remembers. tates a Health sub-ability check. The check
Imagined sounds and smells fail. must be passed to remain alive. Initially, the
All creatures that view this hologram check is TH 14. However, the TH increases
must make a successful Analytic Intelligence by 2 per minute. The target creature will die
sub-ability check at TH 25 in order to rec- of a heart attack. However, even after death,
ognize that this is not real. If they fail the their corpse continues to orgasm. To an
check, then they will behave as if it were observer, it will seem as though the corpse
real. If the caster creates an illusion that convulses from the hips.
suggests a threat to the life of a believing Casters often chuckle, thinking that
creature, then onlookers may also be sub- if you have to die, what a way to go.
jected to making a successful Health sub-
ability check or suffering appropriate penal-
ties as deemed by the Aedile. For instance,
a caster may choose to create a hologram
of a knife hurling through the air at the head
of a trollop. If the trollop believes, then
the Aedile may make her roll against an ap-
propriate TH for the situation and may also
decide the appropriate penalties.

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 Perpetual Slumber Pestilential Host
Level: 4 Level: 5
Magic Points: 32 Magic Points: 40
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 target creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: Permanent Duration: 1 month per level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell requires the target Description: Casting this spell causes the target crea-
creature to be touched successfully. If the ture to become a Pestilential Host. The tar-
target creature resists being touched, then get creature must be touched successfully.
the caster must make a Brawling skill check If the target creature resists being touched,
(see Chap. 8: Skills). Upon touching a target then the caster must make a Brawling skill
creature, the creature is forced into eternal check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
sleep. No matter what is done to the sleep- The Pestilential Host will spread
ing target creature, they will not awaken. magically-induced fever and plague wherever
they go. Roll 1d100 to determine the radius
in feet that the Pestilential Host is conta-

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gious. Any creature passing within this ra-
dius of the Pestilential Host has a chance of
acquiring a fever or plague. The chance does
not reoccur every time the creature enters
the radius. The chance to acquire a fever or
plague occurs only once. The chance to
acquire a fever or plague is TH (3d10).
Therefore, every creature that enters the
radius specified above of the Pestilential
Host for the first time must make a Health
sub-ability check. If a creature passes this
check, then they are immune to the effects
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 If a creature becomes afflicted with Pestilential Penis
a fever or plague, then a roll will determine Level: 4
the results. Roll 1d100 and consult the table Magic Points: 32
below: Discipline: Fire
Range: Direct line of sight
Roll Re s ult Area: 1 male creature
01 Fa ta l i nsta ntl y
0 2 -0 5 Fe v e r for 1 d1 0 da y s, fa ta l Duration: 6 months per level of the caster
0 6 -2 5 Fe v e r for 2 d2 0 da y s, fa ta l Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
2 6 -6 5 Fe v e r for 4 d1 0 0 da y s, fa ta l Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
6 6 -8 5 Fe v e r for 4 d1 0 0 da y s, re c ov e ry Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
8 6 -9 5 Fe v e r for 2 d2 0 da y s, re c ov e ry Description: Casting this spell causes the Manhood
9 6 -1 0 0 Fe v e r for 1 d1 0 da y s, re c ov e ry
of the creature seen during casting to seem
While afflicted with a fever or plague, to have no affliction during daily life, but if
a creature will be confined to bedrest. They it impregnates a woman, then it causes the
will be unable to fight or work. Symptoms child to have birth defects such as defor-
will include a high and neverending fever, mity or disease. The exact nature of the
excessive sweating, a lack of energy, and they birth defect is determined by the Aedile.
will be borderline unconscious. If, however, a character with a Pesti-
When the spell expires, the Pestilen- lential Penis impregnates a character with a
tial Host will no longer be contagious to pestilential pudendum (see the Pestilential
others. However, the pestilence will con- Pudenda spell below), then the result will be
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tinue to affect others for its full course as determined by 1d100: 01-50 = healthy, nor-
determined on the table above. mal child, 51-100 = born dead.

Pestilential Pudenda
Level: 5
Magic Points: 40
Discipline: Fire
Range: 1 mile
Area: 100,000 cubic feet
Duration: 6 months per level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes all pudenda,
which are vaginas, within the area of the spell
to give birth only to deformed or diseased
children. The Aedile determines the birth
defect. In all other respects, such as in daily
life, each affected pudendum seems not to
have an affliction.
If, however, a character with a Pesti-
lential Penis impregnates a character with a
pestilential pudendum, then the result will
be determined by 1d100: 01-50 = healthy,
normal child, 51-100 = born dead.

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 Phlogistic Augmentation Pillar of Smoke
Level: 1 Level: 10
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 1,800
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Air
Range: 50’ Range: 500’
Area: 10’ diameter Area: A cylinder 5d20’ in diameter and 4d100’ in
Duration: Instantaneous height
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Duration: 1 round per level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell enhances the vora- Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
ciousness of a chosen fire. The affected fire Description: Casting this spell summons a pillar of
will blind all within the area who look at it. dark smoke as though a volcano erupted
Otherwise, it increases the damage done by underneath. The boundaries of the pillar
the fire to the next higher die, such as from are defined clearly. Itself, the pillar is quiet.
a d12 to d20. This spell affects only natural, However, a low and booming voice from
not magical, fires. within will address the caster. The voice
from within is a god, and most likely an el-
der god, though no caster has ever learned
its true name. The god refuses to identify

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itself. Yet, it has been renowned for wield-
ing godly might in the past at the behest of
the caster. The Aedile determines the reac-
tions of the god to being summoned. If
asked its name, then the god replies “I am
who I am,” so that the caster will not know
its true name and have any power over it.
Further, this god will refuse to emerge from
the dark smoke and not allow any character
to see it.

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 Pillars of Lightning Pillars of Salt
Level: 6 Level: 5
Magic Points: 48 Magic Points: 40
Discipline: Air Discipline: Fire
Range: 10 miles per level of the caster Range: Direct line of sight
Area: 10 cubic miles per level of the caster Area: Special
Duration: Instantaneous Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell summons energy Description: Casting this spell causes a bolt of white
from the skies, harnassing enough to create lightning to project from the caster’s open
1 gigantic source of electrical power miles palm toward a target creature or object. The
above the ground. At the instant this source target must be within a direct line of sight.
forms, the energy bursts forth toward the In order to strike the target with the bolt,
ground with thunder louder than encoun- the caster must pass an Aim skill check (see
tered in natural thunderstorms. The energy Chap. 8: Skills). If the target is missed, then
separates into a number of lightning bolts the bolt will continue in its direction until
equal to the level of the caster and strikes an object is struck. In either case, the bolt
random points on the ground below. This will carry a potential damage of 4d1000 IP
effect creates a momentous maze of light- or LP. Upon contacting a creature or ob-
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ning in the sky and is extremely bright, ject, the bolt will distribute as much of this
though it will not blind an onlooker. Each damage as the target can take. Oftentimes,
bolt strikes the ground doing 10d10 IP or the target will be reduced to 0 IP or LP. If
LP of electrical damage. the target is a creature, then a deposit of
salt will be the only remains. The bolt of
white lightning will continue, though the
energy will travel until all energy is absorbed.
Interestingly, the bolt always seeks the near-
est living target. If 2 are equally close, then
the bolt will strike the target with the most
LP. When this spell is cast, casters usually
use it to annihilate humanoids and leave nu-
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 If the bolt of white lightning strikes Pleasure Berry
metal, then the metal will not take damage Level: 1
but become hot and refract the bolt in a ran- Magic Points: 8
dom direction determined by the Aedile. If Discipline: Water
the bolt of white lightning strikes stone, then Range: Touch
the stone will not take damage, though it Area: Up to 12 berries per level of the caster
may become scorched. It will become hot Duration: 1 day
and refract the bolt in a random direction Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
determined by the Aedile. Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
If the bolt strikes a character wear- Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
ing metal armor, then the bolt will strike the Description: Casting this spell creates berries, which
character where its flesh is exposed, even if heal or allow a creature to recover 2 LP when
it must go through the eye-slits of a visor, it ingested. The target creature must be
WILL get the target creature. touched successfully. If the target creature
resists being touched, then the caster must
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
Skills). Each Pleasure Berry tastes fresh and
sweet. When swallowed, these berries
soothe the stomach. The berries disappear
after the spell duration. Some legends en-

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tail a male child who walks through a town
with a basket of berries, giving them to oth-
ers. This child called himself ‘pleasure boy’.

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 Possession Prayer of Deliverance
Level:4 Level: 9
Magic Points: 32 Magic Points: 270
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Air
Range: 1 mile Range: Self
Area: 1 creature Area: Caster
Duration: Special Duration: 1 hour
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Reference: PGM I. 195-222.
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: I call upon you, lord. Hear me, holy god
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic who rest among the holy ones, at whose side
Description: Casting this spell allows a nearby spirit the Glorious Ones stand continually. I call
to possess a living body. The target creature upon you, forefather, and I beseech you,
and spirit must compete for the highest eternal one, eternal ruler of the sun’s rays,
Drive sub-ability check. The winner con- eternal ruler of the celestial orb, standing in
trols the body of the target creature. If the the 7-part region, CHAO CHAO CHA
spirit wins, then it enters the body of the OUPH CHTHETHONIMEETHE-
target creature and continues to surpress the CHRINIA MEROUMI ALDA ZAO
owner. BLATHAMMACHOTH PHRIXA
The owner may fight with the pos- EKETHAMASTRA PHATIRI TAOCH
sessing spirit continually, if desired, but suf- IALTHEMEACHE; you who hold fast to
fers - 17 to ability and skill checks while pos- the root, who possess the powerful name
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sessed. However, if the owner is submis- that has been consecrated by all angels. Hear
sive and only fights for control once per me, you who have established the mighty
week, then an ability or skill check may be archangels, and beside whom stand untold
made with only a penalty of - 3. An owner myriads of angels. I call upon you, lord of
may eject a possessing spirit only if a Drive the universe, in an hour of need; hear me,
check of the owner exceeds the Drive check for my soul is distressed, and I am perplexed
of the possessing spirit by at least 10. and in want of everything. Wherefore, come
Creatures other than the owner are to me, you who are lord over all angels; shield
unable to eject the possessing spirit except me against excess of all magical power of
by magical means. aerial demon and fate. Rescue me in an hour
of need.
Ingredients: None
Ritual: Speak the chant above as a prayer to one’s
moral god.
Description: This is the prayer of deliverance for
a powerful moral god. If the caster is moral,
then the god will grant the caster immortal-
ity for the duration of the spell as a means
of rescue. Further, an angel is 50% likely to
appear and aid the caster for the duration
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 Predilection Preserve Forest
Level: 2 Level: 4
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Earth
Range: 50’ Range: Touch
Area: 20’ diameter Area: 5 square feet to an exponential power equal
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal to the level of the caster
to the level of the caster Duration: 3 days to an exponential power equal to
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic the level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the next char- Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
acter who looks the caster in the eye to de- Description: Casting this spell preserves trees by
sire to perform the next task stated verbally making them indestructible. This spell may
by the caster in a language understood by be cast only by multiple druids; it is a circle
both the caster and target creature. The task spell. To complete the casting of this spell,
cannot entail danger or harm. However, the the druids must touch a tree in the center
target creature will not only perform the task, of their circle. This touched tree becomes
but will truly enjoy performing it. The tar- the center of the area of protected trees.
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spell and the spell is wasted if the target crea- cal or magical means. However, the touched
ture rolls 1d100 and the result is higher than tree, which is the center of the area, may be
their Sanguine score. affected normally by physical and magical
means. If the touched tree is destroyed, then
the spell fails to continue to function.
Preservation
Level: 1
Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch
Area: 1 dead creature
Duration: 2 days to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell preserves a corpse
from decay for the duration of the spell. The
target creature must be touched successfully.
If cast immediately after the creature’s death,
then signs of death will not develop, such as
livor mortis, rigor mortis, or putrefaction.
For more information on the decay of a ca-
daver, see Character Death in Chap. 10: Com-
bat.

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 Prognathism Protection from Acid
Level: 2 Level: 2
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature’s skull Area: 1 creature
Duration: Permanent Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic to the level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes the skull of Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
the target creature to become prognathous, Description: Casting this spell protects a target
meaning that the lower half of the face pro- creature from non-magical acid by dimin-
trudes beyond the upper half. A progna- ishing damage. Magical acid is unaffected
thous skull is indicative of primitivity. This by this spell. The target creature must be
spell functions only on humanoids. The touched successfully. If the target creature
lower half of the face will extend forward resists being touched, then the caster must
1d4 inches. The chewing power will increase make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
by 150%, and all sub-abilities of the target Skills).
creature’s Intelligence will decrease to 85%. All acid-based attacks on the target
In the future, the target creature will use creature have reduced damage. Damage is
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more slang when speaking. reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP of dam-

The target creature must be touched age is the least the target creature can expe-
successfully. If the target creature resists rience.
being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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 Protection from Air Protection from Bases
Level: 1 Level: 2
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell protects a target Description: Casting this spell protects a target
creature from air attacks by diminishing dam- creature from non-magical bases by dimin-
age. The target creature must be touched ishing damage. Bases, here, are meant as
successfully. If the target creature resists the opposite of acids. Magical bases are un-
being touched, then the caster must make a affected by this spell. The target creature
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). must be touched successfully. If the target
All air-based attacks on the target creature resists being touched, then the
creature have reduced damage. Damage is caster must make a Brawling skill check (see
reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP of dam- Chap. 8: Skills).

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age is the least the target creature can expe- All base-based attacks on the target
rience. creature have reduced damage. Damage is
reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP of dam-
age is the least the target creature can expe-
rience.

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 Protection from Cholerics Protection from Cold
Level: 2 Level: 1
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell protects a target Description: Casting this spell protects a target
creature from attacks made by creatures with creature from non-magical cold by dimin-
a predominantly choleric temperament by ishing damage. The target creature must be
diminishing damage. The target creature touched successfully. If the target creature
must be touched successfully. If the target resists being touched, then the caster must
creature resists being touched, then the make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
caster must make a Brawling skill check (see Skills).
Chap. 8: Skills). All cold-based attacks on the target
All attacks by choleric creatures on creature have reduced damage. Damage is
the target creature have reduced damage. reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP of dam-
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Damage is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 age is the least the target creature can expe-
LP of damage is the least the target creature rience.
can experience.

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 Protection from Discipline Protection from Earth
Level: 1 Level: 1
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell protects a target Description: Casting this spell protects a target
creature from all spells of a magical creature from earth-based attacks by dimin-
dsicipline. The discipline, such as air or earth, ishing damage. The target creature must be
must be specified during casting. The target touched successfully. If the target creature
creature must be touched successfully. If resists being touched, then the caster must
the target creature resists being touched, then make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
the caster must make a Brawling skill check Skills).
(see Chap. 8: Skills). All earth-based attacks on the target
Any time during the duration of the creature have reduced damage. Damage is

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spell in which the target creature must make reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP of dam-
a skill check, a bonus of (2 x caster level) is age is the least the target creature can expe-
applied. Further, damage resulting to the rience.
target creature from a spell or magical effect
of the specified discipline is reduced by (5 x
caster level)%. 1 LP of damage is the least
the target creature can experience.

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 Protection from Electricity Protection from Ethicality
Level: 1 Level: 3
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 24
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell protects a target Description: Casting this spell protects a target
creature from non-magical electricity by di- creature from attacks made by ethical crea-
minishing damage. Magical electricity is un- tures by diminishing damage. The target
affected by this spell. The target creature creature must be touched successfully. If
must be touched successfully. If the target the target creature resists being touched, then
creature resists being touched, then the the caster must make a Brawling skill check
caster must make a Brawling skill check (see (see Chap. 8: Skills).
Chap. 8: Skills). All attacks by ethical creatures on the
All electricity-based attacks on the target creature have reduced damage. Dam-
target creature have reduced damage. Dam- age is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP
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age is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP of damage is the least the target creature
of damage is the least the target creature can experience.
can experience.

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 Protection from Fire Protection from Gaze
Level: 1 Level: 2
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell protects a target Description: Casting this spell protects a target
creature from non-magical fire by diminish- creature from non-magical gaze by dimin-
ing damage. Magical fire is unaffected by ishing damage and increasing skill checks.
this spell. The target creature must be Magical gaze is unaffected by this spell. The
touched successfully. If the target creature target creature must be touched successfully.
resists being touched, then the caster must If the target creature resists being touched,
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: then the caster must make a Brawling skill
Skills). check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
All fire-based attacks on the target Any time during the duration of the

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creature have reduced damage. Damage is spell in which the target creature must make
reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP of dam- a skill check, a bonus of (5 x caster level) is
age is the least the target creature can expe- applied. All gaze-based attacks on the tar-
rience. get creature have reduced damage. Damage
is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP of
damage is the least the target creature can
experience.

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 Protection from Immorality Protection from Melancholics
Level: 3 Level: 2
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell protects a target Description: Casting this spell protects a target
creature from attacks made by immoral crea- creature from attacks made by creatures with
tures by diminishing damage. The target a predominantly melancholic temperament
creature must be touched successfully. If by diminishing damage. The target creature
the target creature resists being touched, then must be touched successfully. If the target
the caster must make a Brawling skill check creature resists being touched, then the
(see Chap. 8: Skills). caster must make a Brawling skill check (see
All attacks by immoral creatures on Chap. 8: Skills).
the target creature have reduced damage. All attacks by melancholic creatures
Damage is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 on the target creature have reduced dam-
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LP of damage is the least the target creature age. Damage is reduced by (5 x caster
can experience. level)%. 1 LP of damage is the least the
target creature can experience.

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 Protection from Morality Protection from Phlegmatics
Level: 3 Level: 2
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell protects a target Description: Casting this spell protects a target
creature from attacks made by moral crea- creature from attacks made by creatures with
tures by diminishing damage. The target a predominantly phlegmatic temperament by
creature must be touched successfully. If diminishing damage. The target creature
the target creature resists being touched, then must be touched successfully. If the target
the caster must make a Brawling skill check creature resists being touched, then the
(see Chap. 8: Skills). caster must make a Brawling skill check (see
All attacks by moral creatures on the Chap. 8: Skills).
target creature have reduced damage. Dam- All attacks by phlegmatic creatures

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age is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP on the target creature have reduced dam-
of damage is the least the target creature age. Damage is reduced by (5 x caster
can experience. level)%. 1 LP of damage is the least the
target creature can experience.

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 Protection from Physical Harm Protection from Poison
Level: 3 Level: 3
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 24
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell protects a target Description: Casting this spell protects a target
creature from all physical harm by dimin- creature from non-magical poison by dimin-
ishing damage. The target creature must be ishing damage. Magical poison is unaffected
touched successfully. If the target creature by this spell. The target creature must be
resists being touched, then the caster must touched successfully. If the target creature
make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: resists being touched, then the caster must
Skills). make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
Damage is reduced for all physical Skills).
attacks on the target creature for the dura- All poison-based attacks on the tar-
tion of the spell. Damage is reduced by (5 x get creature have reduced damage. Damage
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caster level)%. 1 LP of damage is the least is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP of

the target creature can experience. damage is the least the target creature can
experience.

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 Protection from Sanguines Protection from Sonics
Level: 2 Level: 2
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell protects a target Description: Casting this spell protects a target
creature from attacks made by creatures with creature from non-magical sonics by dimin-
a predominantly sanguine temperament by ishing damage. Magical sonics are unaffected
diminishing damage. The target creature by this spell. The target creature must be
must be touched successfully. If the target touched successfully. If the target creature
creature resists being touched, then the resists being touched, then the caster must
caster must make a Brawling skill check (see make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
Chap. 8: Skills). Skills).
All attacks by sanguine creatures on All sonic-based attacks on the tar-

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the target creature have reduced damage. get creature have reduced damage. Damage
Damage is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP of
LP of damage is the least the target creature damage is the least the target creature can
can experience. experience.

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 Protection from Unethicality Protection from Water
Level: 3 Level: 1
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Water Discipline: Water
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell protects a target Description: Casting this spell protects a target
creature from attacks made by unethical crea- creature from water-based attacks by dimin-
tures by diminishing damage. The target ishing damage. The target creature must be
creature must be touched successfully. If touched successfully. If the target creature
the target creature resists being touched, then resists being touched, then the caster must
the caster must make a Brawling skill check make a Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8:
(see Chap. 8: Skills). Skills).
All attacks by unethical creatures on All water-based attacks on the tar-
the target creature have reduced damage. get creature have reduced damage. Damage
Damage is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 is reduced by (5 x caster level)%. 1 LP of
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LP of damage is the least the target creature damage is the least the target creature can
can experience. experience.

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 Puddle of Crud Pudenda Key Spell
Level: 1 Level: 6
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Air Discipline: Ether
Range: 50’ Range: This earth
Area: 20’ diameter Area: 1 woman
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: Permanent
to the level of the caster Reference: PGM XXXVI. 283-94.
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: I say to you, womb of (speak the name of
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic the female), open and receive the seed of
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic (speak your own name) and the uncontrol-
Description: Casting this spell summons crud from lable seed of the IARPHE ARPHE. Let
elsewhere in the world, depositing it in the her, (speak her name), love me for all her
form of a puddle in an area designated by time and let her remain chaste for me. And
the caster. All who contact the Puddle of do you, womb, remember me for all the time
Crud are effectively slowed in the area to of my life, because I am
50% of their Sprint Speed, unless a Balance AKARNACHTHAS.
skill check is passed at TH 21. Those who Ingredients: An egg of a crow, juice of the plant
successfully pass their check will be unhin- crow’s-foot, and gall of a river electric eel
dered. Ritual: Take an egg of a crow and the juice of the

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plant crow’s-foot and gall of a river electric
eel, and grind them with honey and speak
the chant whenever you grind and when-
ever you smear it on your genitals. Speak
the chant while grinding and whenever you
rub your genitals, and in this way have inter-
course with the woman you wish, and she
will love you alone and by no one else will
she ever be laid just by you alone.
Description: Casting this spell and having inter-
course with a woman guarantees that the
woman will deeply love the caster, regard-
less of the caster’s actions. The woman will
never have sex with another. Wise casters
select a pubescent girl whom they believe
will become beautiful and remain pure, cast
the spell on her, seduce her, take her virgin-
ity, and enjoy the rest of their life with a
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 Putrid Portrait Random Dismemberment
Level: 1 Level: 4
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Air Discipline: Earth
Range: 50’ Range: Caster
Area: 5’ x 7’ (2-dimensional) Area: Determined randomly, see below
Duration: 1 round per level of the caster Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell creates paint that will Description: Casting this spell causes a randomly
magically form a hideously artistic and dis- selected victim within the area to become
figured portrait of the target creautre, se- dismembered, and therefore die unless ca-
lected by the caster’s thoughts. The target pable of regenerating. Since the caster is
must pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH also within the area (the caster is the center
14. If failed, then the target creature will of the area), the caster may also be dismem-
flee for 1d10 rounds per level of the caster, bered randomly. Regardless of a creature’s
which must be determined each time the LP, it will die. Magical forces tear each limb
spell is cast. If passed, then the target is from its socket, including the removal of the
unaffected and the spell is wasted. head. The body parts will be scattered
nearby and the incident will be inexplicable
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to bystanders.
Raise Prowess The area is determined randomly as
Level: 1 follows. First, roll 1d4. The unit of mea-
Magic Points: 8 surement is either (1) inches, (2) feet, (3)
Discipline: Water yards, or (4) miles. Next, multiply 1 unit of
Range: Touch this measurement by 1d1000. This is the
Area: 1 creature area of the spell’s effect.
Duration: 3 rounds to an exponential power equal
to the level of the caster
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell enhances the fol-
lowing sub-abilities of the target by 5 points
for every odd-numbered occupational level
of the caster: Physical Fitness, Strength,
Hand-Eye Coordination, Agility, Reaction
Speed, Drive, and Common Sense.
The target creature must be touched
successfully. If the target creature resists
being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).

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 Random Impaling Random Mangling
Level: 3 Level: 2
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Air Discipline: Fire
Range: Caster Range: Caster
Area: Determined randomly, see below Area: Determined randomly, see below
Duration: Instantaneous Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes a randomly Description: Casting this spell causes a randomly
selected victim within the area to become selected victim within the area to become
impaled with a randomly selected sharp or mangled, suffering 2d8 LP of damage. Since
pole-like object capable of impaling. The the caster is also within the area (the caster
victim suffers 2d20 LP of damage. The is the center of the area), the caster may also
impaling object is real, preferably rusted, and be randomly mangled. Magical forces as-
summoned from the surrounding area. sault the victim with enough force to “beat
Since the caster is also within the area (the up” an average human. The act of magical
caster is the center of the area), the caster violence will be inexplicable to bystanders.
may also be impaled randomly. Magical The area is randomly determined as

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forces propel a random object into the torso follows. First, roll 1d4. The unit of mea-
(if possible) of the victim. The random act surement is either (1) inches, (2) feet, (3)
of violence will be inexplicable to bystand- yards, or (4) miles. Next, multiply 1 unit of
ers. this measurement by 1d1000. This is the
The area is determined randomly as area of the spell’s effect.
follows. First, roll 1d4. The unit of mea-
surement is either (1) inches, (2) feet, (3)
yards, or (4) miles. Next, multiply 1 unit of
this measurement by 1d1000. This is the
area of the spell’s effect.

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 Re-animation • 30% decrease in Phsyical Fitness
Level: 2 • 10% increase in Strength
Magic Points: 16 • 20-80% (2d4 x 10) decrease in Bodily
Discipline: Water Attractiveness and Facial Charisma
Range: Touch depending on duration of death
Area: 1 target creature • Health becomes 300 (they are un-
Duration: Permanent able to become sick or intoxicated)
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic • 80% decrease in Kinetic Charisma
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic • 100% decrease in Rhetorical Cha-
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic risma (the re-animated are no longer
Description: Casting this spell causes a target crea- able to speak)
ture to be re-animated. The effect of Re- • 25% decrease in Hand-Eye Coordi-
animation differs significantly with Resurrec- nation
tion of a Dead Body or Revivification. Re- • 50% decrease in Agility and Reac-
animation does not return the soul of the tion Speed
deceased to its body. Since re-animating a • 100% decrease in Enunciation, Lan-
corpse violates a creature’s body after death, guage
many consider casting this spell to be an • 75% decrease in Math, Analytic, and
immoral act; moral casters avoid casting this Spatial
spell. • 100% increase in Drive
The Re-animation of a corpse takes • 100% decrease in Intuition, Com-
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2d8 rounds. During this time, parts of the mon Sense, and Reflection
corpse wiggle and twitch, such as fingers and
toes, as it gains the ability to move. At the Essentially, the spell repairs and in-
end of this time, the re-animated corpse will spires just enough of the basic brain func-
be as capable as it ever will be. tions, such as aggression, to be able to re-
When a corpse is re-animated, it is store what seems to be life to a corpse. Re-
not the same as prior to death. Wounds are animated corpses are considered not to be
not healed, but the re-animated creature does living or dead, but undead.
not feel pain from them either. In fact, re- The number of potential LP a crea-
animated corpses have twice the LP that they ture had before Re-animation determines
had when originally alive. Re-animated whether or not the caster can re-animate it.
corpses walk with a disjointed gait. Sub-abili- Consult the table below:
ties are modified as follows:
Cas te r Le ve l O riginal LP Pote ntial
1 -3 10
4 -5 20
6 -7 40
8 -9 80
1 0 -1 1 160
1 2 -1 3 320
1 4 -1 5 640
1 6 -1 7 1.280
1 8 -1 9 2,560
2 0 -2 1 5,120
2 2 -2 3 10,240
>2 3 20,480

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 Therefore, a 3rd level caster should Recipe for Blindness
be able to re-animate a cat. Re-animated Level: 3
corpses do not have desire to copulate. Magic Points: 24
Finally, there is a chance that the Discipline: Fire
caster who re-animates a corpse influences Range: Ingestion
it. In addition to Chance to Influence, there Area: 1 victim
is a Degree of Influence. Degree of Influ- Duration: Permanent
ence represents the chance, per command, Reference: PDM xiv. 376-94.
that the re-animated corpse will obey the Chant: None
command. These chances depend on the Ingredients: A shrew mouse
level of the caster. Consult the table below: Ritual: Drown the ingredient in some water and
make a victim drink it, and they will go blind
Cas te r Le ve l Chanc e of I. D e gre e of I. in both eyes.
1 -3 10% 1 d1 0 0 % Description: Casting this spell causes a character
4 -5 20% 1 d1 0 0 % who drinks the result of the ritual to go blind
6 -7 30% 2 0 + 4 d2 0 %
8 -9 40% 2 0 + 4 d2 0 %
permanently in both eyes.
1 0 -1 1 50% 4 0 + 3 d2 0 %
1 2 -1 3 60% 4 0 + 3 d2 0 %
1 4 -1 5 70% 6 0 + 2 d2 0 % Recipe for Blistering Death
1 6 -1 7 80% 6 0 + 2 d2 0 %
1 8 -1 9 90% 6 0 + 2 d2 0 %
Level: 4

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2 0 -2 1 95% 8 0 + 1 d2 0 % Magic Points: 32
2 2 -2 3 97% 8 0 + 1 d2 0 % Discipline: Fire
24+ 99% 8 0 + 1 d2 0 % Range: Ingestion
Area: 1 victim
Hence, at 7th level a caster has a 30% Duration: As long as the caster maintains concen-
chance of having any influence at all over tration
the re-animated corpse. If successful, then Reference: PDM xiv. 376-94.
the caster has a 24-100% chance per com- Chant: None
mand to influence the actions of the re-ani- Ingredients: A shrew mouse
mated corpse. Ritual: If you grind the ingredient with any piece
Next, the Aedile rolls 1d100 for the of food and you make a victim eat it, then
re-animated corpse. The Aedile must roll they will suffer a blistering death; they will
above the percent for Degree of Influence swell up and die.
for the re-animated corpse to disobey the Description: Casting this spell will cause a victim
command of the caster. If possible, the re- to bloat, swell up, and blister all over their
animated corpse will mash the brains of the body, suffering 1 LP per round until death
caster. or the spell expires.

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 Recipe for Death Recipe for Skin Disease
Level: 4 Level: 2
Magic Points: 32 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Fire
Range: Ingestion Range: 1 mile
Area: 1 victim Area: 1 victim
Duration: Permanent Duration: Permanent
Reference: PDM xiv. 376-94. Reference: PDM xiv. 376-94.
Chant: None Chant: None
Ingredients: Gall of a shrew mouse, wine Ingredients: 2 lizards and oil
Ritual: If you put the gall of a shrew mouse into a Ritual: If you wish to produce a skin disease on a
measure of wine and a character drinks it, character so that it does not heal: A hantous
then the character dies at once. lizard and a haflela lizard; you should cook
Description: Casting this spell causes the imbiber them with oil and you should wash the char-
to die immediately, regardless of LP. acter with them.
Description: Casting this spell causes a permanent
skin disease to appear on a character on
Recipe for Making a Woman whom the caster rubs the ingredients. The
Mad After a Man magical skin disease will cover 1d100% of
Level: 2 the victim’s body, and is either (roll 1d6)
Magic Points: 16 evenly distributed (1-3), or concentrated on
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Discipline: Ether 1 limb (4-6) or body area. Though the dis-

Range: Ingestion ease looks horrid (blotchy, purplish discol-
Area: 1 woman oration) and contagious, it is harmless and
Duration: 2 hours per level of the caster cannot be transmitted to others.
Reference: PDM xiv. 376-94.
Chant: None
Ingredients: A shrew mouse, the caster’s blood, and
a cup of wine
Ritual: To make a woman mad after a man, you
should take the body of the shrew mouse
when it is dry; you should pound it; you
should take a little of it together with a little
blood from your second finger and the little
finger of your left hand; you should mix it
with it; you should put it in a cup of wine;
you should give it to the woman so that she
drinks it. Then she rages after you.
Description: Casting this spell causes a woman to
rage madly after the caster or another man
of the caster’s choosing. This spell does not
produce love so much as lust, passion not
purity.

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 Regeneration Rend Asunder
Level: 5 Level: 6
Magic Points: 40 Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Water Discipline: Fire
Range: Touch Range: 2,000’ to an exponential power equal to the
Area: 1 creature touched level of the caster
Duration: 2 minutes to an exponential power equal Area: 4d1000 x 10 LP within 100,000,000 cubic feet
to the level of the caster Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to Description: Casting this spell causes a total of
bestow the ability to regenerate. The target 4d1000 x 10 IP of objects and LP of crea-
creature must be touched successfully. If tures to be torn to pieces, separated and
the target creature resists being touched, then thrust in an outward motion to the perim-
the caster must make a Brawling skill check eter of the spell area by a magical force. This
(see Chap. 8: Skills). The rate of Regenera- force explodes the amount of matter, de-
tion depends on the level of the caster: termined above, from the center of the des-
ignated area outward. Damage is distributed
Cas te r Le ve l O riginal LP Pote ntial from the designated center outward until

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1 -3 1 LP/we e k either the perimeter is reached or no dam-
4 -6 1 LP/da y
7 -9 1 LP/hour
age remains to distribute.
1 0 -1 2 1 LP/mi nute
1 3 -1 5 1 LP/round
1 6 -1 7 2 LP/round Request for a Dream Oracle
1 8 -1 9 4 LP/round
>1 9 1 0 LP/round
Level: 3
Magic Points: 24
While the spell is in effect, wounds Discipline: Air
will continue to regenerate, even after a crea- Range: Self
ture falls below 0 LP. In this case, keep track Area: 1 dream
of the negative damage and apply the rate Duration: 1 dream cycle
of Regeneration to their LP. Eventually, re- Reference: PGM VII. 250-54.
generating creatures will gain more than 0 Chant: NAIENCHRE NAIENCHRE, mother of
LP and seem to come back to life. If a limb fire and water, you are the one who rises
is dismembered, then the torso will grow a before, ARCHENTECHTHA; reveal to me
replacement limb in time. concerning the (state the issue) matter. If
Wounds that occur due to acid, de- yes, show me a plant and water, but if no,
capitation, or fire will not regenerate. For fire and iron; immediately, immediately;
this reason, some cultures decapitate all foes quickly, quickly.
on the battlefield. Ingredients: A lamp
Ritual: The chant must be spoken before a lamp
before going to sleep.
Description: During the next dream of the caster,
the symbol for a ‘yes’ or a ‘no’ may become
vivid.

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 Restraining Rite for Anything without turning back or giving an answer to
Level: 9 anyone, and when you have washed and im-
Magic Points: 270 mersed yourself, go up to your own room
Discipline: Air and rest, and use only vegetable food.
Range: This world Write the spell with a headless
Area: Special bronze needle. The text to be written is: “I
Duration: Special conjure you by your holy names
Reference: PGM VII. 429-58. OUCHIOCH OUSENARATH,
Chant: Read the text written below (under Ritual) O U S E R R A N N O U P H T H I
Ingredients: Lead plate from a cold-water chan- OSORNOUPHE, OUSERSETEMENTH
nel, bitter armoatics (see below) AMARA MACHI CHOMASO EMMAI
Ritual: Engrave in a plate made of lead from a cold SERBONI EMER, ARATOPHI
water channel what you want to happen, and ERACHAX ESEOIOTH ARBIOTHI
when you have consecrated it with bitter AMEN CHNOUM MONMONT
aromatics such as myrrh, bdellium, styrax, OUZATHI PER OUNNEPHER EN
and aloes and thyme, with river mud, late in OOO, I give over to you and I deposit with
the evening or in the middle of the night, you this matter.”
where there is a stream or the drain of a Description: This restraining spell works on any-
bath, having tied a cord to the plate throw it thing, even chariots. It also causes enmity
into the stream -- or into the sea -- and let it and sickness, cuts down, destroys, and over-
be carried along. Use the cord so that, when turns, for whatever is desired. The spell,
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you wish, you can undo the spell. Then when chanted, conjures cacodaemons and
should you wish to break the spell, untie the makes them enter objects or characters. The
plate. Speak the chant 7 times and you will player must describe the desired effect to
see something wonderful. Then go away the Aedile, who will explain what actually
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 Restraining Spell Resurrection of a Dead Body
Level: 7 Level: 4
Magic Points: 56 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Air
Range: This earth Range: Carcass in sight
Area: Characters named Area: 1 carcass
Duration: Caster’s discretion Duration: Permanent
Reference: PGM VII. 417-22. Reference: PGM XIII. 1-343.
Chant: None Chant: I conjure you, spirit coming in air, enter,
Ingredients: A tin lamella and a bronze stylus inspire, empower, resurrect by the power of
Ritual: Write on a tin lamella with a bronze stylus the eternal god, this body; and let it walk
before sunrise the names “CHREMILLON about in this place, for I am he who acts
MOULOCH KAMPY CHRE OPHTHO with the power of Thayth, the holy god.
MASKELLI EREKISIPHTHE Ingredients: None
IABEZEBYTH.” Then throw it into the Ritual: Speak the chant.
river or into the sea before sunrise. Also, Description: Casting this spell will summon the
write on it “Mighty gods, restrain (write the nearest spirit (hopefully the right one) back
name or names of those you desire to re- into the carcass. Any character who is res-
strain).” urrected has undergone a Near-Death Ex-
Description: Casting this spell restrains one or more perience (see Chap. 4: Disposition). Follow-

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characters named by the caster from move- ing are the odds that the correct spirit en-
ment of any kind, utterly paralyzing them, ters:
though they are able to breathe.
Le ngth of Tim e D e ad Ch an c e
Imme di a te 100%
1 round 99%
1 mi nute 95%
1 hour 90%
1 da y 75%
1 we e k 50%
1 month 25%
1 year 10%
1 de c a de 5%
1 c e ntury 2%
1 mi l l e nni um 1%

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 Reverse Magic Revivification
Level: 4 Level: 7
Magic Points: 32 Magic Points: 56
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Water
Range: Centered on the caster Range: Touch
Area: 2’ radius to an exponential power equal to the Area: 1 creature
level of the caster Duration: Instantaneous
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
to the level of the caster Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell revives a creature
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic who has died within a number of days equal
Description: Casting this spell causes all spells to the level of the caster. The target crea-
within the area of the spell that are cast dur- ture must desire to return to life. Other-
ing the duration of the spell to be altered. wise, they will remain dead. If a creature is
The subject and object of the spell will be revived, then they return with their full po-
reversed, as well as all effects, if possible. tential Life Points. However, a caster may
The Aedile must determine the effect of only revive creatures with certain limits of
each spell. Disciplines tend to be reversed LP depending on the level of the caster. Any
as well. Air spells summon only illusions or character who is revived has undergone a
things that are not real. Fire spells restore Near-Death Experience (see Chap. 4: Dispo-
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living matter. Water spells deteriorate living sition).

matter. Concerning the reversal of disci-
plines, when applicable, consult Disciplines Cas te r Le ve l LP Re vive d
1 -4 5
by Opposition Chapter 11: Magic. 5 -7 10
8 -1 0 20
1 1 -1 4 50
1 5 -1 9 100
>1 9 Unl i mi te d

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Rite for Acquiring an Assistant Demon hairs. Next, take a piece of papyrus and in-
Level: 7 scribe in ink the following: A EE EEE IIII
Magic Points: 56 OOOOO YYYYYY OOOOOOO. Set it
Discipline: Air in the same manner along with the hairs and
Range: All Planes of the Cosmos fingernails. Then, plaster it with old wine.
Area: 1 Cacodaemon Take the milk with the honey and drink it
Duration: Special before the rising of the sun. Take the
Reference: PGM I. 1-42. wrapped falcon and set it up as a statue in a
Chant: A EE EEE IIII OOOOO YYYYYY shrine made of juniper wood. After having
OOOOOOO, come to me, Good Demon, crowned the shrine, make an offering of
HARPON KNOUPHI BRINTANTEN non-animal foods and have on hand some
SIPHRI BRISKYLMA AROUAZAR old wine. Before you recline, speak the chant
BAMESEN KRIPHI NIPOUMICH- to the bird itself. Conceal the entire ritual,
MOUMAOPH. Come to me, you and for 7 days refrain from having inter-
who lie in the north, who cause the currents course with a woman.
to roll down and mingle with the sea, trans- Description: This rite requires complete purity.
forming them with life as it does man’s seed Casting this spell causes a cacodaemon to
in sexual intercourse, you who have estab- be summoned into the circle of 9’ in diam-
lished the world on an indestructible foun- eter. While bound within the circle, the
dation, who are young in the morning and caster must negotiate the task with which

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old in the evening, who journey through the the demon must assist the caster.
subterranean sphere and rise, breathing fire, Cacodaemons are immortal, and so most
you who have parted the seas in the first have lived what seems an eternity compared
month, who ejaculate seeds into the sacred to mere mortals. Therefore, most
tree continually. cacodaemons are cunning and experienced.
Ingredients: 2 fingernails, all hairs, a falcon, milk The caster must semantically offer a firm
of a black cow, honey, cloth, papyrus, ink, deal. The cacodaemon will abide exactly by
wine, a shrine made of juniper wood, and the terms given, but deviate in every other
non-animal foods. possible way. Once the caster is satisfied
Ritual: Take 2 of your own fingernails and all the with the terms, the caster must break the
hairs from your head, and take a falcon and circle. If the pact was worded poorly, then
drown it in the milk of a black cow after the cacodaemon is most likely to instantly
mixing honey with the milk. Once the fal- attack the caster. Otherwise, the
con is drowned, thoroughly wrap the falcon cacodaemon will assist the caster. While role-
with an undyed piece of cloth and place playing the cacodaemon, the Aedile is en-
beside it your fingernails along with your couraged to be as difficult and tricky as pos-
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 Rite for Driving out Demons Rite to Produce an Epiphany of Kore
Level: 7 Level: 7
Magic Points: 56 Magic Points: 56
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Air
Range: 7’ Range: Special
Area: 1 character Area: Special
Duration: Permanent/Instantaneous Duration: 8 hours at night
Reference: PGM IV. 1227-64. Reference: PGM XII. 1-13.
Chant: I conjure you, demon, whoever you are. Chant: THERMOCH CHTHABOI ACHAPH
Come out, demon, whoever you are, and stay MARMILYCHA BERTHIOCH CHAREL
away from him, (speak the name of the pos- ... BAIOCH ... THACH DERPHO
sessed character), now, now; immediately, im- PHIRBSAT SOTHORAI PHAUXAI IOA
mediately. Come out, demon, since I bind MEILICH IABAI EIA KARSE
you with unbreakable adamantine fetters, and REUTHRA ENROUCH ZERPHRECH
I deliver you into the black chaos in perdi- PSERPHERCHO THNERBECH
tion. CHARCHERBER YEICH PHCHYAR PA
Ingredients: 7 olive branches ... CHA MILCHITHER CHLELOR
Ritual: Place 7 olive branches before the character PHACHILER MAZ MACHAIRIOCH.
possessed by cacodaemons. Tie the 2 ends Ingredients: A black robe and sword
of 6 of them together, but for the remain- Ritual: Unfold a black robe and carry it; also take a
ing 1 use it like a whip as you utter the chant. sword. Then speak the chant. After you
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Now, stand before them and speak the chant. speak the chant, a maiden from the under-
Description: Casting this spell exorcises caco- world will come carrying torches. Say:
daemons and other spirits who are immoral “PHERTHELILOCH PEIY,” and her fire-
and immortal from a possessed character. brands will be extinguished, and she will
The chance that the cacodaemon or stand there in distress and complain. Then
cacodaemons are driven depends on the LP say, “Do (such-and-such) and I will light your
of each cacodaemon. This spell may be cast torches.” If she sends a dream you are to
only once per caster on a particular charac- light them and she will fly away. If you send
ter; further castings are ineffective. her to kill a character, then give her the sword
and she will give you the torches and return
LP of D e m on Ch an c e with the sword covered with blood. Tell her
<5 1 99%
5 1 -1 0 0 90%
that the torches belong to her; they will catch
1 0 1 -2 0 0 75% fire and she will take flight.
2 0 1 -5 0 0 50% While doing this, say:
5 0 1 -1 , 0 0 0 25% “MOZERPHER TACHCHAPS.” Attach a
>1 , 0 0 0 10% phylactery to your right and left hand at night
If the spell fails, then some and wear it.
cacodaemons respond angrily, demonstrat- Description: Casting this spell causes a maiden of
ing with defiance that they still control the the underworld to appear to the caster in a
possessed character. Others are more cun- dream the following night; the caster must
ning and pretend to be exorcised, waiting dream at night. She may be commanded to
until the caster leaves, then returning. carry out orders, even to kill a character. She
will obey and, unless the Aedile declares oth-
erwise, return by the end of the night after
completing the deed. As far as killing a char-
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 Rivers Run Red Rot
Level: 6 Level: 1
Magic Points: 48 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Fire
Range: See below Range: Touch
Area: See below Area: 1 creature
Duration: Permanent Duration: 1d6 rounds
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes water to trans- Description: Casting this spell causes the skin of
mogrify to blood. Nearby Rivers Run Red the target creature to weaken, effectively
with blood. Some scholars and casters pre- doubling the threat of Graphic Gore by
fer to call this spell “Transmogrify Water to stabbing and hacking weapons, increasing
Blood,” but this reference is incorrect; there the severity of such a blow by 5. For the
are many instances of water that will not duration of the spell, the skin of the target
transmogrify to blood, such as the water in creature will feel extremely supple.
the body of a character. The range of this The target creature must be touched
spell is that it affects merely rivers and successfully. If the target creature resists
streams closest to the caster at the time of being touched, then the caster must make a

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casting. The affected area is determined by Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
the level of the caster. Consult the table
below:
Sanitize Food/Beverage
Cas te r Le ve l A re a A ffe c te d
1 -5 1 stre a m
Level: 1
6 -8 2 stre a ms or 1 ri v e r Magic Points: 8
9 -1 1 2 ri v e rs Discipline: Water
1 2 -1 4 5 ri v e rs Range: Touch
1 5 -1 8 1 0 ri v e rs Area: 1 cubic foot of food or beverage per caster
>1 8 2 0 ri v e rs
level
Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to
purify food or beverage through touch so
that it may be ingested without harm, risk
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 Seal Item Seal Orifice
Level: 1 Level: 1
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Direct line of sight
Area: Item touched Area: 1 square inch per level of the caster
Duration: Permanent Duration: Instantaneous
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows a caster to Description: Casting this spell causes an orifice of
lock any closeable and non-living item, pre- a target creature seen by the caster to seal
venting others from opening or accessing itself. The caster must point at the target
it. It will open only for the caster unless creature with their finger, which necessitates
countered by more powerful magic. The size a successful Aim skill check (see Chap. 8:
of the item that may be sealed depends on Skills). Upon casting, the caster must de-
the level of the caster. The caster may seal clare which orifice is selected. Popular op-
an item that is 2 cubic inches to an expo- tions include the anus, ear, mouth, nostril,
nential power equal to the level of the caster. or vagina.
For example, if a caster passes an An orifice will not seal partially. It
unusally large door of 30’ in height, the caster either seals completely or not at all. The
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does not have to calculate the dimensions size of the orifice that may be sealed de-
of the entire door, but only the lock on the pends on the level of the caster. An orifice
door and/or the bolt behind it. may be reopened, though cutting through
the flesh that seals it may be painful. A quar-
ter-inch of sealant flesh per caster level must
be penetrated to reopen the orifice. Below
are listed common results depending on the
orifice sealed.

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 Anus: On average, humans defecate Soulstealer’s Black Bolt
once per day. If the anus is sealed, then the Level: 10
creature will be unable to defecate. Consti- Magic Points: 1,800
pation will be uncomfortable after 1 day of Discipline: Fire
a sealed anus. The next 1d4 days will seem Range: Line of sight
unbearable and the creature will be unable Area: 1 soul
to concentrate on any stimulus or perform Duration: Instantaneous/Permanent
any action. After this duration, the creature Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
will die. Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ear: All Sound skill checks are re- Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
duced by 50%. Description: Casting this spell causes a black bolt
Mouth: The target will starve to to project forth from the caster’s palm and
death in (1d6 + 2) days. unerringly strike a victim of whom the caster
Nostril: With 1 nostril sealed, Physi- is thinking at the moment. The black bolt
cal Fitness will be reduced by 40% and crackles loudly during the instant that it is
Strength by 25%. However, if both nostrils unleashed at the victim. Upon striking the
are sealed, then the victim may breathe victim, the black bolt deteriorates the victim’s
through their mouth, and suffer a 60% re- life force by draining them of 2d20 occupa-
duction in Physical Fitness, and Strength by tional levels, or only [(2d20)/2] if the victim
50%. is an atheist or agnostic. If the victim has

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Vagina: The female creature will be levels in several occupations, then the high-
not only unable to have intercourse, but ev- est levels are drained first, regardless of the
ery month she is likely to become backed occupation. Otherwise, the most recent lev-
up with menstrual blood. Each week after els are drained first. AP must be redeter-
the first blocked menstruation, she must pass mined by the Aedile to fit the victim’s new
a Health sub-ability check at TH 18 or die. level. All adjustments gained due to those
levels are now lost (such as LP, MP, SP, etc.).
If the victim is reduced to 0 occu-
pational levels, then the victim dies. If the
victim dies, then their soul will leave the body
of the victim, which is reduced to cinders,
and assimilates with the caster. If this ever
becomes known publicly, then the caster will
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 If the caster accumulates 1,000 souls, Spell for Causing Talk while Asleep
it has been rumored that the caster may ac- Level: 3
quire immortality at the Aedile’s discretion. Magic Points: 24
The outcome depends on what the Aedile Discipline: Ether
deems most appropriate, but it has been Range: Touch
rumored that others have become demons Area: 1 female
in the employ of powers of the lower planes. Duration: 2 minutes per level of the caster
Moral casters may acquire only a soul Reference: PGM VII. 411-16.
from a victim with a disposition that is im- Chant: None
moral or neutral. If a moral caster collects a Ingredients: A heart, ink, and hieratic papyrus
moral soul, then the acquired soul will not Ritual: Take a heart and place it in ink. Write on a
count toward the 1,000 stated above and the strip of hieratic papyrus and place it upon
caster must randomly acquire a mental ill- her pudendum and ask your questions. She
ness (see Chap. 5: Mind). will confess everything to you. Write:
Neutral casters may acquire only a “DARYGKO IAU IAU.”
soul from a victim with a disposition that is Description: Casting this spell causes a female to
moral or immoral. If a neutral caster col- answer truthfully any question asked.
lects a neutral soul, then the acquired soul
will not count toward the 1,000 stated above
and the caster must randomly acquire a men- Spell for Questioning Corpses
tal illness (see Chap. 5: Mind). Level: 3
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Immoral casters may acquire any Magic Points: 24

soul without penalty. Discipline: Air
Range: Touch
Area: 1 corpse
Duration: 2 minutes per level of the caster
Reference: PGM IV. 2140-44.
Chant: None.
Ingredients: red ochre, burnt ink, juice of fresh
wormwood, evergreen, and flax.
Ritual: Make an ink from the ingredients, and also
take an additional flax leaf and write “AZEL
BALEMACHO” on the leaf. Put it in the
mouth of the corpse.
Description: This spell enables a caster to ask ques-
tions of a corpse by summoning the spirit
of the deceased. One complication is that a
different spirit may answer instead, or no
spirit may answer at all. The Aedile must
roll 3d10:
Roll Re s ult
<1 4 No a nswe r
1 4 -1 7 Ma l e v ol e nt, l y i ng spi ri t
18 Ra ndom but hone st spi ri t
>1 8 Corre c t spi ri t re pl i e s

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 Spell for Removal of Poison Spell for Restraining Anger
Level: 2 Level: 2
Magic Points: 16 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Water Discipline: Ether
Range: Ingestion Range: 50’
Area: 1 character Area: 1 character
Duration: Permanent/Instantaneous Duration: 1 day per level of the caster
Reference: PDM xiv. 563-74. Reference: PGM XII. 179-81.
Chant: Hail, hail, IABLY! The 3 gods drank and Chant: I am restraining the anger of all, especially
after them I myself drank in order that you of him, (speak the name of the angry char-
will not let me get drunk, you will not let me acter), which is CHNEOM.
list, you will not make me fall, you will not Ingredients: Ink and linen
make me be thrown down, you will not make Ritual: If you want a character to cease being an-
me be troubled of heart, you will not make gry with you, write with ink on linen this
my mouth curse. May I be healed of all name of anger: “CHNEOM.” Hold it in
poison, pus, and venom. They shall be re- your left hand and speak the chant.
moved from my heart. When I drink you, Description: Casting this spell causes a character
may I vomit them up in her name of who is named and angry with the caster to
SARBITHA, the daughter of the restrain their anger.
Agathodaimon, for I am SABRA BRIATHA

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BRISARA. HER is my name. I am
SHARON coming from receiving greetings.
IAHO, the child, is my name, being my real
name.
Ingredients: A cup of wine and rue
Ritual: Speak the chant to a cup of wine. Add fresh
rue; add it to it; speak to it 7 times, and make
the character drink it at dawn before he has
eaten.
Description: This spell is to be said in order to
extract the venom from the heart of a char-
acter who has been made already to drink a
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 Spell to Catch a Thief Spell to Subject and Silence
Level: 3 Level: 6
Magic Points: 24 Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Ether
Range: 1 mile Range: This earth
Area: 1 eye Area: 1 character
Duration: 5 minutes Duration: Permanent
Reference: PGM V. 70-95. Reference: PGM IX. 1-14.
Chant: I conjure you by the holy names; hand over Chant: I’ll give you rest from wrath and soothe your
the thief who made off with it, raging. Come, lord BAINCHOOOCH, with
CHALCHAK CHALKOUM CHIAM your father ANIBAINCHOOOCH, with
CHARCHROUM ZBAR BERI your mother CHECHPHIO, with your 2
ZBARKOM CHRE KARIOB bodyguards CHENGEBIOCHTHO
PHARIBOU, and by the shudderful names: MYSAGOTH ECHE OO MYSAGOTH
A EE EEE IIII OOOOO YYYYYY ACHPHIPHIO IAIA OCH SEBAU PHRE
OOOOOOO, hand over the thief who stole IO REXICHTHON YOEO AEAEEIOYO
it. As long as I strike the eye with this ham- CHYCHBACHYCH BAUACHYCH
mer, let the eye of the thief be struck, and BAKAXICHYCH BAZABACHYCH
let it well up until it betrays him.” MENEBACHYCH BADEDOPHO
Ingredients: A plant, bugloss, and gallows wood. BAINCHOOOCH. Bring into subjection,
Ritual: Take a plant and bugloss, strain them, burn put silence, and enslave every race of char-
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what you strain out, mix them well with juice, acters, both men and women, with their fits
and write “CHOO” with it on a wall. Take of wrath, and those who are under the earth
gallows wood and carve a hammer. With beneath the feet of him, (speak the name
the hammer strike the eye while speaking of the character you wish to silence), for
the chant. you have been put beneath my feet, like my
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to robe, the heart of SABAOTH.
hit their own eye with a hammer, but in- Ingredients: A lamella (a thin, metal plate)
stead of their own eye swelling, the eye of Ritual: On the back of a lamella, inscribe:
the thief swells. After the spell expires, the “EULAMO SISIRBBAIERSESI
damage done will still be evident on the thief. PHERMOU CHNOUOR ABRASAX.
If the item in question was not stolen, then Bring into subjection, enslave, and put to
the eye of the caster will swell once ham- silence the soul, the wrath of him, (write
mered. the name of the character you wish to si-
lence), because I adjure you by the awful Ne-
cessity MASKELLI MASKELLO
PHMOUKE-NTABAOTH
OREOBAZAGRA REXI-CHTHON
HIPPOCHTHON PYRIPE-GANYX
LEPETAN EPETAN PHNOUNOBOE.”
On the front of the lamella, write
the character’s name. Write
IAOMORMOROTOKONBAI at the top
of the metal leaf (lamella). Speak the chant.
Description: Casting this spell causes any character
to become silent, submissive, and a servant
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Spell to Cause a Woman to Hate a Man Spermatozoa Rejuvenation
Level: 1 Level: 1
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Water
Range: 1 mile Range: Touch
Area: 1 woman Area: 2 testicles
Duration: 1 month per level of the caster Duration: Until the next ejaculation
Reference: PDM xxi. 108-18 [PGM XII. 466-68). Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: May (speak the name of the woman), born Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
of (speak the name of the woman’s mother), Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
hate (speak the name of the man), born of Description: Casting this spell causes the full re-
(speak the name of the man’s mother)! juvenation of a pair of testicles, if fondled
Here are the tr ue names: gently by the caster. The target creature must
IAKYMBIAI IAO IOERBETH be touched successfully. If the target crea-
IOBOLGHOSETH BASELE OM ture resists being touched, then the caster
GITATHNAGS APSOPS O.EL.T, separate must make a Brawling skill check (see Chap.
(speak the name of the woman), born of 8: Skills).
(speak the name of the woman’s mother), When balls are this full, the over-
from (speak the name of the man), born of abundance of sperm increases the Drive
(speak the name of the man’s mother); hurry, sub-ability of the target by 2d10, Choleric

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hurry; be quick, be quick! Temperament by 1d100, and they may also
(Speak the last paragraph 7 times.) experience restlessness as well as perpetual
Ingredients: Dung and hair from both characters sexual thoughts. If and when vaginal pen-
Ritual: In order to cause a woman to hate a man etration occurs within 1 day, the use of the
you must bring both dung and hair that is ramrod necessitates a roll of 1d100. The
dead and both from the woman and that mounter is 95% likely to impregnate the fe-
man she is to hate, and you mix them with male, regardless of species. Due to the mis-
fresh blooms, and you put it in a new papy- use of this spell, many new races or species
rus after writing on the papyrus first with may be bred.
ink and speak the chant. Bind the papyrus
and put it in a body of water.
Description: Casting this spell will cause the speci-
fied woman to hate the specified man.

DEPREHENDI.MODO.
PUPULUM.PUELLAE.
TRUSANTEM

I caught, just now, a boy

thrusting away at his girl!

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 Spermicidal Sphere Stronger than Before
Level: 1 Level: 2
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Earth
Range: 15’ Range: Touch
Area: 10’ radius Area: Special
Duration: 1 hour Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster Description: Casting this spell causes the socket of
to choose the location of the sphere. Ev- a limb or object to recover from being dis-
erything within this sphere at the time of membered or separated. The target crea-
casting will instantaneously lose any and all ture must be touched successfully. If the
reproductive fluids for 1 hour. Affected target creature resists being touched, then
males lose (2d10)% of their Drive sub-abil- the caster must make a Brawling skill check
ity points for the duration of the spell and (see Chap. 8: Skills).
unless under duress, feel compelled to sleep. Recovery consists of the growth of
2 limbs or objects where 1 was removed.
For example, if a limb is hacked off, then 2
Strength grow in its place. If a tree branch is removed,
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Level: 2 then 2 grow in its place.

Magic Points: 16 To determine if the limb or object
Discipline: Earth will be replaced, the Aedile must estimate
Range: None the IP or LP of the original and then double
Area: Caster’s muscles the estimate. Usually, BPP are considered
Duration: 1d100 minutes when a limb has been removed. This result
Reference: PGM LXIX. 1-3. is the number of IP or LP (or BPP) that the
Chant: PHNOUNEBEE, PHNOUNEBEE, give caster must be able to affect.
me your strength, IO ABRASAX, give me The duration of growth depends on
your strength, for I am ABRASAX. the level of the caster. Let ‘L’ equal the level.
Ingredients: None The caster will cause (L2) IP or LP (or BPP)
Ritual: Speak the chant 7 times while holding your of the 2 replacements to grow per round.
2 thumbs.
Description: Casting this spell enhances the
Strength sub-ability of the caster by
(1d100)%.

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 Symbol of Ethicality Cas te r Le ve l D iam e te r D am ag e
Level: 2 1 1 i nc h 1 d4
Magic Points: 16 2 2 i nc he s 1 d6
3 3 i nc he s 1 d8
Discipline: Fire 4 6 i nc he s 1 d1 0
Range: Touch 5 1 2 i nc he s 1 d1 2
Area: Special 6 1 8 i nc he s 1 d2 0
Duration: Permanent 7 2 fe e t 2 d2 0
8 3 fe e t 1 d1 0 0
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
9 5 fe e t 2 d1 0 0
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic 10 1 0 fe e t 4 d1 0 0
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic 11 1 5 fe e t 1 d1 0 0 0
Description: Casting this spell causes a magical 12 2 0 fe e t 2 d1 0 0 0
symbol to appear. The symbol may be in- 1 3 -1 4 3 0 fe e t 4 d1 0 0 0
>1 4 1 0 0 fe e t 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0
scribed onto any solid and immobile mate-
rial. If it is inscribed onto metal, then con-
sult the Defigere and Spell Failure tables in Most casters prefer the largest diam-
Chapter 11: Magic. Itself, the symbol has no eter that they can create, because the dam-
color, but is merely an inscription. Since age depends on the diameter of the sym-
the symbol must be immobile, it perma- bol, not the caster level.
nently loses all magical power once moved All creatures who have a predomi-
from the location in which it was created. nantly unethical or neutral disposition suf-

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Therefore, a symbol will rarely be inscribed fer LP of damage upon entering, or remain-
onto a door, because once the door is ing within, an area of proximity to the sym-
opened and the symbol has moved, the sym- bol. The area of proximity in which they
bol is permanently ineffective. Otherwise, suffer damage is 10 times the diameter of
the symbol is permanent until destroyed the symbol. For example, if an unethical
physically. Physical destruction depends on creature comes within 10’ of a Symbol of
the material in which it was inscribed. Ex- Ethicality cast by a 5th level caster who made
amples below describe how much damage a 12” symbol, then they will suffer 1d12 LP
is necessary to render the symbol ineffec- of damage.
tive: The area of a symbol may overlap
with the area of other symbols. For this
Mate rial IP D am age N e c e s s ar y reason, if a character notices, say, a door
Sa nd 1
frame that has dozens of small symbols in-
E a rth 2
Wood 5 scribed onto it, then it is wise to approach
Stone 30 with caution, if it must be approached at all.
The diameter of the symbol relates
to its power and the level of the caster when
it was created. The caster may choose the
diameter, though it may not be smaller than
1 inch or larger than that listed in the fol-
lowing table:

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 Symbol of Immorality Cas te r Le ve l D iam e te r D am ag e
Level: 2 1 1 i nc h 1 d4
Magic Points: 16 2 2 i nc he s 1 d6
3 3 i nc he s 1 d8
Discipline: Fire 4 6 i nc he s 1 d1 0
Range: Touch 5 1 2 i nc he s 1 d1 2
Area: Special 6 1 8 i nc he s 1 d2 0
Duration: Permanent 7 2 fe e t 2 d2 0
8 3 fe e t 1 d1 0 0
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
9 5 fe e t 2 d1 0 0
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic 10 1 0 fe e t 4 d1 0 0
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic 11 1 5 fe e t 1 d1 0 0 0
Description: Casting this spell causes a magical 12 2 0 fe e t 2 d1 0 0 0
symbol to appear. The symbol may be in- 1 3 -1 4 3 0 fe e t 4 d1 0 0 0
>1 4 1 0 0 fe e t 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0
scribed onto any solid and immobile mate-
rial. If it is inscribed onto metal, then con-
sult the Defigere and Spell Failure tables in Most casters prefer the largest diam-
Chapter 11: Magic. Itself, the symbol has no eter that they can create, because the dam-
color, but is merely an inscription. Since age depends on the diameter of the sym-
the symbol must be immobile, it perma- bol, not the caster level.
nently loses all magical power once moved All creatures who have a predomi-
from the location in which it was created. nantly moral or neutral disposition suffer LP
Therefore, a symbol will rarely be inscribed of damage upon entering, or remaining
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onto a door, because once the door is within, an area of proximity to the symbol.
opened and the symbol has moved, the sym- The area of proximity in which they suffer
bol is permanently ineffective. Otherwise, damage is 10 times the diameter of the sym-
the symbol is permanent until destroyed bol. For example, if a moral creature comes
physically. Physical destruction depends on within 10’ of a Symbol of Immorality cast
the material in which it was inscribed. Ex- by a 5th level caster who made a 12” symbol,
amples below describe how much damage then they will suffer 1d12 LP of damage.
is necessary to render the symbol ineffec- The area of a symbol may overlap
tive: with the area of other symbols. For this
reason, if a character notices, say, a door
Mate rial IP D am age N e c e s s ar y frame that has dozens of small symbols in-
Sa nd 1
scribed onto it, then it is wise to approach
E a rth 2
Wood 5 with caution, if it must be approached at all.
Stone 30
The diameter of the symbol relates
to its power and the level of the caster when
it was created. The caster may choose the
diameter, though it may not be smaller than
1 inch or larger than that listed in the fol-
lowing table:

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 Symbol of Morality Cas te r Le ve l D iam e te r D am ag e
Level: 2 1 1 i nc h 1 d4
Magic Points: 16 2 2 i nc he s 1 d6
3 3 i nc he s 1 d8
Discipline: Fire 4 6 i nc he s 1 d1 0
Range: Touch 5 1 2 i nc he s 1 d1 2
Area: Special 6 1 8 i nc he s 1 d2 0
Duration: Permanent 7 2 fe e t 2 d2 0
8 3 fe e t 1 d1 0 0
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
9 5 fe e t 2 d1 0 0
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic 10 1 0 fe e t 4 d1 0 0
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic 11 1 5 fe e t 1 d1 0 0 0
Description: Casting this spell causes a magical 12 2 0 fe e t 2 d1 0 0 0
symbol to appear. The symbol may be in- 1 3 -1 4 3 0 fe e t 4 d1 0 0 0
>1 4 1 0 0 fe e t 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0
scribed onto any solid and immobile mate-
rial. If it is inscribed onto metal, then con-
sult the Defigere and Spell Failure tables in Most casters prefer the largest diam-
Chapter 11: Magic. Itself, the symbol has no eter that they can create, because the dam-
color, but is merely an inscription. Since age depends on the diameter of the sym-
the symbol must be immobile, it perma- bol, not the caster level.
nently loses all magical power once moved All creatures who have a predomi-
from the location in which it was created. nantly immoral or neutral disposition suffer

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Therefore, a symbol will rarely be inscribed LP of damage upon entering, or remaining
onto a door, because once the door is within, an area of proximity to the symbol.
opened and the symbol has moved, the sym- The area of proximity in which they suffer
bol is permanently ineffective. Otherwise, damage is 10 times the diameter of the sym-
the symbol is permanent until destroyed bol. For example, if an immoral creature
physically. Physical destruction depends on comes within 10’ of a Symbol of Morality
the material in which it was inscribed. Ex- cast by a 5th level caster who made a 12” sym-
amples below describe how much damage bol, then they will suffer 1d12 LP of dam-
is necessary to render the symbol ineffec- age.
tive: The area of a symbol may overlap
with the area of other symbols. For this
Mate rial IP D am age N e c e s s ar y reason, if a character notices, say, a door
Sa nd 1
frame that has dozens of small symbols in-
E a rth 2
Wood 5 scribed onto it, then it is wise to approach
Stone 30 with caution, if it must be approached at all.
The diameter of the symbol relates
to its power and the level of the caster when
it was created. The caster may choose the
diameter, though it may not be smaller than
1 inch or larger than that listed in the fol-
lowing table:

691
 Symbol of Unethicality Cas te r Le ve l D iam e te r D am ag e
Level: 2 1 1 i nc h 1 d4
Magic Points: 16 2 2 i nc he s 1 d6
3 3 i nc he s 1 d8
Discipline: Fire 4 6 i nc he s 1 d1 0
Range: Touch 5 1 2 i nc he s 1 d1 2
Area: Special 6 1 8 i nc he s 1 d2 0
Duration: Permanent 7 2 fe e t 2 d2 0
8 3 fe e t 1 d1 0 0
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
9 5 fe e t 2 d1 0 0
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic 10 1 0 fe e t 4 d1 0 0
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic 11 1 5 fe e t 1 d1 0 0 0
Description: Casting this spell causes a magical 12 2 0 fe e t 2 d1 0 0 0
symbol to appear. The symbol may be in- 1 3 -1 4 3 0 fe e t 4 d1 0 0 0
>1 4 1 0 0 fe e t 4 d1 0 0 0 x 1 0
scribed onto any solid and immobile mate-
rial. If it is inscribed onto metal, then con-
sult the Defigere and Spell Failure tables in Most casters prefer the largest diameter that
Chapter 11: Magic. Itself, the symbol has no they can create, because the damage depends
color, but is merely an inscription. Since on the diameter of the symbol, not the caster
the symbol must be immobile, it perma- level.
nently loses all magical power once moved All creatures who have a predomi-
from the location in which it was created. nantly ethical or neutral disposition suffer
Therefore, a symbol will rarely be inscribed LP of damage upon entering, or remaining
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onto a door, because once the door is within, an area of proximity to the symbol.
opened and the symbol has moved, the sym- The area of proximity in which they suffer
bol is permanently ineffective. Otherwise, damage is 10 times the diameter of the sym-
the symbol is permanent until destroyed bol. For example, if an ethical creature
physically. Physical destruction depends on comes within 10’ of a Symbol of
the material in which it was inscribed. Ex- Unethicality cast by a 5th level caster who
amples below describe how much damage made a 12” symbol, then they will suffer 1d12
is necessary to render the symbol ineffec- LP of damage.
tive: The area of a symbol may overlap
with the area of other symbols. For this
Mate rial IP D am age N e c e s s ar y reason, if a character notices, say, a door
Sa nd 1
frame that has dozens of small symbols in-
E a rth 2
Wood 5 scribed onto it, then it is wise to approach
Stone 30 with caution, if it must be approached at all.
The diameter of the symbol relates
to its power and the level of the caster when
it was created. The caster may choose the
diameter, though it may not be smaller than
1 inch or larger than that listed in the fol-
lowing table:

692
 Teleportation TH Re as on
Level: 8 <8
Ca ste r ha s not be e n a t the e xa c t de sti na ti on
Magic Points: 64 for a t l e a st 1 hour.
Discipline: Earth Ca ste r ha s not be e n a t the e xa c t de sti na ti on
8 -1 2
for a t l e a st 1 da y.
Range: Touch Ca ste r ha s not be e n a t the e xa c t de sti na ti on
Area: 1 creature 1 3 -1 7
for a t l e a st 1 month.
Duration: Instantaneous 1 8 -2 2
Ca ste r ha s not be e n a t the e xa c t de sti na ti on
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic for a t l e a st 1 y e a r.
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ca ste r ha s not be e n a t the e xa c t de sti na ti on
2 3 -2 7
for a t l e a st 5 y e a rs.
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ca ste r ha s not be e n a t the e xa c t de sti na ti on
Description: Casting this spell causes a creature 2 8 -3 2
for a t l e a st 2 5 y e a rs.
to be moved instantly or transported to a 3 3 -3 7
Ca ste r ha s not be e n a t the e xa c t de sti na ti on
location envisioned by the caster. The tar- for a t l e a st 5 0 y e a rs.
Ca ste r ha s not be e n a t the e xa c t de sti na ti on
get creature must be touched successfully. >3 7
for a t l e a st 1 0 0 y e a rs.
If the target creature resists being touched,
then the caster must make a Brawling skill
check (see Chap. 8: Skills). The caster must However, the significance of the des-
have personally been in the exact location tination is equally important to the Reflec-
where the target creature is to be trans- tion check. If a major life event happened
ported. The spell functions by converting at the location (such as marriage or divorce,

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the body of the target into pure energy, death of a friend, close call with death, etc.),
which then seeks the appropriate location then the Aedile may lower the TH by no
at the speed of light, transforming instantly more than 15.
back into the target creature at the specified If the caster fails their Reflection
destination. check, then the target creature is not trans-
The amount of matter that a caster ported to the destination. Instead, roll 3d10
may teleport depends on their occupational and consult the table below:
level. Consult the table below:
Roll Re s ult
Cas te r Le ve l IP or LP The ta rge t c re a ture s a re tota l l y una ffe c te d
1 -4 10 <1 4
by the spe l l .
5 -8 20 The ta rge t c re a ture s a re c onv e rte d i nto pure
9 -1 2 50 1 4 -1 7 e ne rg y, a nd the c a ste r doe s not k now
1 3 -1 6 100 whe re the i r e ne rg y i s.
1 7 -2 0 1,000 The ta rge t c re a ture s a re tra nsporte d
>2 0 10,000 18 (1 d1 0 0 )% of the di sta nc e i n a ra ndom
di re c ti on.
In order for the target creature to The ta rge t c re a ture s a re tra nsporte d
be transported successfully to the correct >1 8 (1 d1 0 0 )% of the di sta nc e i n the c orre c t
location, the caster must pass a Reflection di re c ti on.
sub-ability check. The caster must consult
the Aedile to determine the TH of the Re-
flection check. Below are some suggestions:

693
 Tenesmus Test of Pregnancy
Level: 1 Level: 1
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Ether
Range: 50’ Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 woman
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: Instantaneous
to the level of the caster Reference: PDM xiv. 956-60.
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: None
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: A plant
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: The way to know it of a woman whether
Description: Casting this spell causes a creature seen she will be pregnant: You should make the
by the caster during casting to experience a woman urinate on this plant, above, again,
painful and distressing but ineffectual urge at night. When morning comes, if you find
to either (01-50%) defecate or (51-100%) the plant scorched, then she will not con-
urinate. This constipated feeling produces ceive. If you find it green, then she will con-
a state of excitation and wrestlessness. For ceive.
the target creature to be able to concentrate Description: Casting this spell will determine
on other activities or stimuli, such as com- whether or not a woman is pregnant.
bat, a successful Drive sub-ability check at
TH 18 must be passed each round. Failure
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indicates that the creature is squatting or To Keep Bugs Out of the House
doing anything reasonable to fulfill their urge. Level: 1
The size of the target creature de- Magic Points: 8
pends on the level of the caster: Discipline: Ether
Range: 50’
Cas te r Le ve l Cre ature Siz e
1 cat Area: 1 dwelling
2 dog Duration: 2 days to an exponential power equal to
3 huma n the level of the caster
4 trol l Reference: PGM VII. 149-54.
>4 ogre
Chant: None
Ingredients: Goat bile and water
Ritual: Mix the ingredients together and sprinkle
them about the house.
Description: This spell keeps bugs out of the
house. An alternate form of this spell is
specifically for fleas: grind wet rosebay and
salt water together and spread it about the
house.

694
 To Win at Dice Trance
Level: 1 Level: 2
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Ether Discipline: Ether
Range: Dice in caster’s hand Range: 50’
Area: A number of dice equal to the caster’s level Area: 1 creature per 2 levels of the caster
Duration: 1 toss Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
Reference: PGM VII. 423-28. to the level of the caster
Chant: “THERTHENITHOR DYAGOTHERE Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
THERTHENITHOR SYAPOTHEREUO Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
KODOCHOR make me a winner at dice, Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
O prevailing Adriel.” Then, into your hand Description: Casting this spell causes a number of
say repeatedly before each throw: “Let not creatures to need to pass a Drive sub-ability
even 1 of these playing with me be equal, check at TH 18. If a creature fails their
and I am going to throw what I want.” check, then they are forced to enter a Trance
Ingredients: None for the duration of the spell. While in a
Ritual: Speak the chant. Trance, creatures are receptive to questions,
Description: Casting this spell alters the roll of dice but lack physical motivation and remain at
in favor of the desire of the caster. Unfor- their present location. Creatures with an In-
tunately, many have heard of this, and upon telligence less than 100 will answer questions

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hearing the caster chant, they may become honestly and without restraint, while those
furious. The result of the dice is exactly what who are more intelligent will refuse to an-
the caster wants. swer questions they do not want to answer.

Transference
Level: 4
Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Ether
Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature
Duration: See below
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes a magical ef-
fect to be transfered from 1 character or
object to another. For this spell to take ef-
fect, the caster must simultaneously touch
the origin and destination of the magical
effect. The origin and destination must be
touched successfully. If the origin or desti-
nation is a target creature, and resists being
touched, then the caster must make a Brawl-
ing skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). The magi-
cal effect will continue to function as long
as determined previously.

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 Transmogrification Transmogrify Flesh to Stone
Level: 10 Level: 5
Magic Points: 1,800 Magic Points: 40
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Direct line of sight Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1 creature
Duration: Permanent Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster to Description: Casting this spell causes a living crea-
be able to transform any single creature or ture to change form from flesh to stone,
object into any other, and must imagine the from life to death. The target creature must
new form during casting. The target crea- be touched successfully. If the target crea-
ture or object must be touched successfully. ture resists being touched, then the caster
If a target creature resists being touched, must make a Brawling skill check (see Chap.
then the caster must make a Brawling skill 8: Skills). If the target creature passes a
check (see Chap. 8: Skills). If the target crea- Health sub-ability check at TH 24, then they
ture passes a Health sub-ability check at TH are unaffected by the spell. Stone may not
30, then they are unaffected by the spell. be transmogrified into flesh.
This spell does not have size limitations.
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Therefore, a caster could transmogrify a toad

into a mountain.

Transmogrify Dirt and Mud

Level: 4
Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch
Area: 1,000 cubic feet
Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes either dirt to
be transformed into mud, or mud into dirt.
Upon casting, the caster must specify
whether dirt will be transformed into mud
or vice versa. The mud or dirt must be
touched successfully.

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 Transmogrify Life Transmogrify Metal and Wood
Level: 7 Level: 4
Magic Points: 56 Magic Points: 32
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: Touch Range: Touch
Area: 1 creature Area: 1,000 cubic feet
Duration: Permanent Duration: Permanent
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes a living crea- Description: Casting this spell causes either metal
ture to change form into another living crea- to be transformed into wood, or wood into
ture, as selected by the caster. The caster metal. Upon casting, the caster must specify
may transform any living creature into the whether metal will be transformed into wood
physical appearance and size of any other, or vice versa. Wood may not be transformed
and must imagine the new form during cast- into precious metals such as bronze, cop-
ing. A living creature may not be trans- per, silver, or gold.
formed into an object. For instance, the
caster may transform a human into a toad,
or cat into a dragon, but not a human into a

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barrel. For a creature to be transformed by
this spell, they must begin and end no larger
than 100,000,000 cubic feet, which is less
than 500 feet cubed.
The target creature must be touched
successfully. If the target creature resists
being touched, then the caster must make a
Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). If
the target creature passes a Health sub-abil-
ity check at TH 24, then they are unaffected
by the spell.
The target creature will take on all
physical characteristics of the new form.
However, magical effects and innate abili-
ties do not accompany the change. For in-
stance, the body of a cat may be
transmogrified into a dragon, but the crea-
ture will be unable to use a breath weapon.
However, after the transformation the cat
has the LP of a dragon.

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 Transmogrify Object True Name
Level: 6 Level: 6
Magic Points: 48 Magic Points: 48
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Air
Range: Touch Range: None
Area: 1 creature Area: None
Duration: Permanent Duration: Special
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell causes a non-living Description: Casting this spell conjures a daimon,
object to change form into another non- usually a cacodaemon, while the caster stands
living object, as selected by the caster. The within a 9’ circle. The caster must form a
caster may transform any non-living object pact with the daimon. The cacodaemon will
into the physical appearance, substance, and want compensation in proportion to the im-
size of any other. A non-living object may portance of the character whose true name
not be transformed into a living creature. is desired by the caster, or at least the im-
For instance, the caster may transform a shoe portance to the caster. The Aedile must de-
into a boulder. For an object to be termine the demands of the daimon.
tansformed by this spell, it must begin and Learning the true name of a crea-
end no larger than 100,000,000 cubic feet, ture gives the caster considerable power. The
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which is less than 500 feet cubed. true name of a creature is often an ingredi-
For the spell to take effect, the tar- ent or part of a chant in a spell, and knowl-
get object must be touched by the caster. edge of such a name usually grants casters
The target object cannot be transformed the ability to cast spells that specifically af-
into an object with magical properties. If fect that creature.
this is attempted, then magical properties will Other spells that use a true name
not function. The object will have the IP include Burning Bush, Call Lesser Being,
of the new object. Pillar of Smoke, and Spell to Cause a Woman
to Hate a Man.

698
 Truncheon Unattractive
Level: 4 Level: 2
Magic Points: 32 Magic Points: 16
Discipline: Fire Discipline: Earth
Range: 1,000’ Range: 50’
Area: 100’ radius Area: 1 character
Duration: 2 rounds per level of the caster Duration: 1d100 minutes multiplied times the
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic level of the caster
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Reference: PGM XIII. 1-343.
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Chant: I sever (speak their name) from (speak their
Description: Casting this spell creates a magical name).
maul (which is 20 lbs., 5’ in length, made of Ingredients: Dog’s excrement
granite) that appears and immediately seeks Ritual: If you want someone to be unattractive,
out any vertebrates. Upon finding a verte- either a woman to a man and a man to a
brate, living or dead, within the area of the woman: Take a dog’s excrement and put it
spell, this unholy Truncheon attempts to in the post-hole of their door, speaking the
bludgeon until it is powder. The Truncheon chant.
attacks only once per round, which is first Description: Casting this spell will cause the sub-
in every round. The weapon does not re- ject of the spell to lose (1d100)% of Bodily
ceive bonuses or penalties while attacking. Attractiveness and (1d100) % of Facial Cha-

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If it hits, however, then the Truncheon de- risma.
livers 4d100 LP of damage. Graphic Gore
is possible. The Truncheon will never at-
tack the caster. If there is no vertebrate
within the area, then the Truncheon will
pound the ground.
This spell is a more potent version
of Divine Maul.

699
 Vanish Varicose Veins
Level: 1 Level: 1
Magic Points: 8 Magic Points: 8
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Earth
Range: 50’ Range: Touch
Area: 1 object per 2 levels of the caster that does Area: 1 creature
not exceed 1d10 IP Duration: Permanent
Duration: 1d6 rounds per level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell will cause a target
Description: Casting this spell will cause an object creature to acquire Varicose Veins. Varicose
of no more than 1d10 IP that is designated Veins are numerous small veins near the sur-
and touched by the caster to vanish, remov- face of the skin. The target creature must
ing it from this plane of existence for a short be touched successfully on a limb. If the
duration. The object is temporarily stored target creature resists being touched, then
in otherworldly ether. An object that ex- the caster must make a Brawling skill check
ceeds 1d10 IP as determined above will not (see Chap. 8: Skills). Whatever limb is
vanish even in part. The object reappears touched by the caster will acquire Varicose
in exactly the same location in the universe, Veins. For each limb with Varicose Veins,
though not necessarily relative to other Bodily Attractiveness decreases by (1d10)%.
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nearby things. For example, if a caster

caused a character’s ring to Vanish, and the
victim moved from the initial location, then Walk on Water
the ring would reappear not on their finger, Level: 3
but where it was exactly when it vanished. Magic Points: 24
Since planets are in motion, this is almost Discipline: Earth
never likely to be where anticipated. Range: Touch
Inventive casters have been known Area: The water underneath 1 creature
to take a link out of a chain (such as in a Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal
drawbridge), a support spike out of a bridge, to the level of the caster
a rudder from a ship, and a shoe from a char- Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
acter walking over broken glass. Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Description: Casting this spell allows the caster
to bestow the ability to Walk on Water. The
target creature must be touched successfully.
If the target creature resists being touched,
then the caster must make a Brawling skill
check (see Chap. 8: Skills). The spell func-
tions by hardening the water underneath the
feet of the target creature. This spell sup-
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 Waves Be Still Wish
Level: 10 Level: 10
Magic Points: 1,800 Magic Points: 1,800
Discipline: Earth Discipline: Ether
Range: None Range: Special
Area: 10 square miles of waves Area: Special
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal Duration: Special
to the level of the caster Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic Description: Casting this spell causes a wish of
Description: Casting this spell causes the waves the caster to become reality. The wish must
that surround the caster to be calm and idle. be verbalized. The Aedile is encouraged to
be semantically discriminating regarding how
the wish is stated. To be clear, the Aedile
Wet Dream should ask that the wish is written, only so
Level: 2 that the Aedile may pause and examine it.
Magic Points: 16 Any ambiguous terms may be exploited.
Discipline: Ether Anything unstated may be exploited.
Range: Touch For example, if a caster casts Wish

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Area: 1 creature and declares “I wish for a lot of gold,” there
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal are numerous problems with this simple
to the level of the caster statement. Exactly how much is a “lot”? Is
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic a “lot” a quantity or a straw used to draw
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic and decide something? Could “lot” be in-
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic terpreted as a share, portion, or allotment?
Description: Casting this spell causes a sleeping If so, what does this mean? More impor-
target creature to have a Wet Dream. The tantly, the caster wished “for” something,
target creature must be touched successfully. which in no way implies ownership or that
If the target creature resists being touched, it should appear before the caster.
then the caster must make a Brawling skill
check (see Chap. 8: Skills).
A Wet Dream is a dream of sexual
desire. For the duration of the spell, the
target creature will have an intense sexual
dream that is immensely satisfying. For each
round that the target creature has a magical
Wet Dream, their Manhood or vagina will
seep 1 fluid ounce of pre-cum or vaginal
wetness, respectively. For each round of a
magical Wet Dream, the target creature has
a cumulative 1% chance of ejaculating or
having an orgasm. When the spell ends, the
target creature will awaken and notice wet-
ness.

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 Perhaps more important than what Wishbone
is stated is what is unstated. In the simple Level: 7
Wish of “I wish for a lot of gold,” there is Magic Points: 56
no mention of time. A substantial amount Discipline: Air
of gold may appear just before the end of Range: 50’
the caster’s lifetime. Area: Special
Due to the ease with which the Wish Duration: 1 minute
spell may be abused, the Aedile is cautioned Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
to use their best judgment and be quite lit- Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
eral regarding the interpretation of the wish. Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
If multiple interpretations of a word exist, Description: Casting this spell causes 2 caco-
then randomly select 1. If multiple mean- daemons to appear outside the circle used
ings of a phrase exist, then write them down for convocation. The caster stands within
and randomly select 1. Anytime an ambigu- the circle. Protected inside the circle on the
ity arises, handle it randomly. A Wish is a ground, the caster points at a target crea-
serious matter and extremely powerful. As ture outside the convocation circle. Each
the Aedile, do not feel rushed or pressured of the cacodaemons immediately grabs a leg
to deliver the outcome in a timely fashion. of the target creature and they hold the crea-
Take your time and consider the Wish. ture upside down and off the ground. The
target creature may be no larger than 10’ in
height or 1 ton in weight, nor have a Strength
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greater than 750. If so, then the

cacodaemons are unable to perform their
ritual.
Once the cacodaemons have the tar-
get creature in position, they pause and wait
for the caster to make a wish. By custom,
the caster does not verbalize the wish, but
merely thinks it. After thinking the wish,
the caster customarily nods to the
cacodaemons. Upon seeing the caster nod,
the cacodaemons finalize the wish by pull-
ing in opposite directions on the target
creature’s legs, effectively ripping each leg
from its hip socket. The victim dies upon
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 While the caster may wish for what- Wooden Carapace
ever their heart desires, only simple wishes Level: 1
are effective. The Aedile is the final arbiter Magic Points: 8
of the effects. The limitations of this spell Discipline: Earth
are as follows: Range: Touch
If riches are wished for, then no Area: Creature touched
more than 100 gp will result, usually falling Duration: 1d6 rounds to an exponential power
from the sky before the caster. equal to the level of the caster
No character may be brought back Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic
from the dead. Similarly, no character, be- Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic
sides the sacrifical wishbone, will die as a re- Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic
sult of this spell. Description: Casting this spell bestows protection
A maximum of 100 LP may be dis- on 1 target creature that is touched by the
tributed as healing or damage. caster. The target creature must be touched
The caster may wish for the casting successfully. If the target creature resists
of a spell that is familiar to them and no being touched, then the caster must make a
higher than spell level 3. Brawling skill check (see Chap. 8: Skills). The
effect of the spell is a hardening of the outer
body and grants a bonus of 5 CA for the
duration of the spell.

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 Worst Nightmare lieve the hallucination. Only the target crea-
Level: 4 ture experiences the hallucination; other
Magic Points: 32 creatures in the area do not see the Worst
Discipline: Air Nightmare of the target creature.
Range: Direct line of sight The exact nature of the Worst
Area: 1 creature Nightmare is determined by the Aedile, or a
Duration: 2 rounds to an exponential power equal player may determine the Worst Nightmare
to the level of the caster of their character. Suggestions include a
Chant: See Chapter 11: Magic dragon or a previous lover.
Ingredients: See Chapter 11: Magic Once it has appeared, whatever it
Ritual: See Chapter 11: Magic may be, the Worst Nightmare will attack the
Description: Casting this spell causes the Worst target creature. The Worst Nightmare will
Nightmare of the target creature to seem to attack in every respect as though it were real.
appear before them. The target creature Damage in LP will be felt as though real. If
must be seen by the caster during casting. LP are reduced to 0, then the target crea-
The target creature must pass a Common ture dies.
Sense sub-ability check at TH 24 to disbe-
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Chapter 13: Magical Items

Although magical items are rare, characters Spell Level and Magical Items
may encounter such items. This chapter is a compi- Since Immutability is a 6th level spell, the
lation of magical items and explanations of their average sorcerer who can cast this spell is at least at
magical effects. Magical Items may be created by the 10th occupational level, though it is possible for
casting Imbue Item, Immutability, or Wish (see Chap- a sorcerer to be able to cast 6th level spells at the 5th
ter 12: Spells). If a god creates a magical item, then it occupational level. Because fewer sorcerers exist as
is considered to be created by a Wish spell. Most occupational level increases, the standard for spell
magical items are created by casting both Imbue Item effects imbued into a magical item is as if cast by a
and Immutability, and are termed Ordinary. Magi- 10th level sorcerer. The Aedile may adjust the power
cal items created with a Wish spell are rare and of these effects by rolling 2d10 to determine the
termed Extraordinary. occupational level of the sorcerer who created the
magical item and disregarding results lower than 5.
Following is a list of the major categories
of magical items. To randomly select a magical item,
roll 1d1000 and consult the table on the next page:

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 Magic al Ite m s
Roll Re s ult Roll Re s ult
0 0 1 -0 2 0 * Al c he mi c a l , E l i xi rs 5 1 8 -5 2 1 House hol d Ite ms, Mi rrors
0 2 1 -0 5 0 Al c he mi c a l , O i l s 5 2 2 -5 2 3 House hol d Ite ms, Se e ds
0 5 1 -0 7 0 Al c he mi c a l , O i ntme nts 524 House hol d Ite ms, Spi nni ng Whe e l s
0 7 1 -0 8 0 * Al c he mi c a l , Phi l te rs 5 2 5 -5 3 1 House hol d Ite ms, Stone s
0 8 1 -1 5 0 Al c he mi c a l , Poti ons 532 House hol d Ite ms, Ta bl e s
1 5 1 -1 6 0 * Al c he mi c a l , Sa l v e s 533 House hol d Ite ms, Urns
1 6 1 -1 8 0 Appa re l , Boots 5 3 4 -5 3 5 House hol d Ite ms, We l l s
1 8 1 -1 9 0 Appa re l , Bra c e rs 5 3 6 -5 4 0 Je we l ry, Amul e ts
191 Appa re l , Bra ssi e re s 5 4 1 -5 4 2 Je we l ry, Ank l e ts
1 9 2 -2 2 0 Appa re l , Cl oa k s 5 4 3 -5 4 5 Je we l ry, Bra c e l e ts
2 2 1 -2 2 2 Appa re l , Dre sse s 5 4 6 -5 5 0 Je we l ry, Brooc he s
2 2 3 -2 4 0 Appa re l , Gi rl de s 5 5 1 -5 5 4 Je we l ry, Cha r ms
2 4 1 -2 5 0 Appa re l , Gl ov e s 555 Je we l ry, Crowns
2 5 1 -2 7 0 Appa re l , Robe s 5 5 6 -5 5 7 Je we l ry, E a rri ngs
271 Ar mor, Ba rdi ng 5 5 8 -5 6 0 Je we l ry, Loc k e ts
2 7 2 -2 9 0 Ar mor, He l me ts 5 6 1 -5 7 0 Je we l ry, Me da l l i ons
2 9 1 -3 1 0 Ar mor, Li ght 5 7 1 -5 8 0 Je we l ry, Ne c k l a c e s
3 1 1 -3 3 0 Ar mor, Me di um 5 8 1 -5 9 0 Je we l ry, Pe nda nts
3 3 1 -3 6 0 Ar mor, He a v y 5 9 1 -6 0 0 Je we l ry, Re l i gi ous Sy mbol s
3 6 1 -3 9 0 Ar mor, Shi e l ds 6 0 1 -6 3 0 Je we l ry, Ri ngs
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391 Ca ne s 6 3 1 -6 4 0 Je we l ry, Ta l i sma ns

3 9 2 -4 0 5 House hol d Ite ms, Ba gs 6 4 1 -6 5 0 Mi sc e l l a ne ous
4 0 6 -4 1 5 House hol d Ite ms, Be a ds 6 5 1 -6 6 0 Musi c a l Instr ume nts
4 1 6 -4 1 7 House hol d Ite ms, Bra zi e rs 6 6 1 -6 7 0 Powde rs
4 1 8 -4 2 5 House hol d Ite ms, Brooms 6 7 1 -7 0 0 Rods
4 2 6 -4 3 0 House hol d Ite ms, Ca ndl e s 7 0 1 -7 1 5 Sc ri pture , Book s
4 3 1 -4 4 4 House hol d Ite ms, Ca ul drons 7 1 6 -7 2 0 Sc ri pture , Code xe s
4 4 5 -4 5 3 House hol d Ite ms, Ce nse rs 7 2 1 -7 3 0 Sc ri pture , Gri moi re s
4 5 4 -4 6 1 House hol d Ite ms, Cha l i c e s 7 3 1 -7 3 5 Sc ri pture , Li bra ms
462 House hol d Ite ms, Che ss Se ts 7 3 6 -7 4 5 Sc ri pture , Sc rol l s
4 6 3 -4 6 9 House hol d Ite ms, Che sts 7 4 6 -7 5 5 Sc ri pture , Ta bl e ts
4 7 0 -4 7 1 House hol d Ite ms, Coi ns 7 5 6 -7 6 0 Sc ri pture , Tome s
4 7 2 -4 7 4 House hol d Ite ms, Di c e 7 6 1 -7 8 8 Sta v e s
4 7 5 -4 8 5 House hol d Ite ms, Fi guri ne s 789 Torture De v i c e s
4 8 6 -4 9 0 House hol d Ite ms, Fl a gons 7 9 0 -8 0 0 Wa nds
4 9 1 -4 9 5 House hol d Ite ms, Gobl e ts 8 0 1 -9 0 0 We a pons, Me l e e
4 9 6 -5 0 0 House hol d Ite ms, Hourgl a sse s 9 0 1 -9 3 0 We a pons, Mi sc e l l a ne ous
5 0 1 -5 0 5 House hol d Ite ms, Inc e nse 9 3 1 -9 9 8 We a pons, Mi ssi l e
5 0 6 -5 1 0 House hol f Ite ms, Ja rs 999* We a pons, Se nti e nt
5 1 1 -5 1 7 House hol d Ite ms, Ma ps 1000 We a pons, Si e ge E ngi ne s

* All magical items of this category are Extraordinary magical items. Do not roll on the table
below, but proceed directly to the appropriate category of magical items.

Next, roll 1d1000 to determine whether the magical item is Ordinary or Extraordinary, and how
many magical effects. Finally, proceed to the appropriate category of magical items.

Roll Re s ult
3 -2 6 O rdi na ry Ma gi c a l Ite m wi th 1 e ffe c t
27 O rdi na ry Ma gi c a l Ite m wi th 2 e ffe c ts
28 O rdi na ry Ma gi c a l Ite m wi th 3 e ffe c ts
29 O rdi na ry Ma gi c a l Ite m wi th 4 e ffe c ts
30 E xtra ordi na ry Ma gi c a l Ite m

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 Ordinary Magical Effects
The frequency of an effect on the following table is affected by its popularity, spell level, and
whether it is ceremonial or chaos magic. Magical effects are more frequent from spells that are popular,
low in spell level, and chaos magic.
To determine an effect, roll 1d1000 and consult the following table (reroll duplicates):
Roll O rdinar y Magic al Effe c ts
Abl a ti on: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m i s a bl e to re a c h i n a nd ta k e out the orga ns of a nothe r c ha ra c te r
001
wi th a suc c e ssful Bra wl i ng sk i l l c he c k whi l e i n c onta c t.
002 Ac c l i ma ti on: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a c c l i ma te s to the i r e nv i ronme nt whi l e i n c onta c t.
0 0 3 -0 1 0 Ac i di c Touc h: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 1 d1 0 LP a c i di c da ma ge pe r round whi l e i n c onta c t.
011 Al c he my : Al l me ta l c oi ns tha t touc h thi s i te m turn to gol d.
0 1 2 -0 2 0 Anti -v e nom: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m i s i noc ul a te d a ga i nst na tura l v e nom whi l e i n c onta c t.
Ara c hni d Fe e t: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m e xpe ri e nc e s a c ha nge i n the i r ha nds a nd fe e t, suc h tha t the y
0 2 1 -0 2 5
c a n c l i mb wa l l s l i k e a spi de r whi l e i n c onta c t.
Asc e rta i n Prope rti e s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m he a rs a v oi c e i n the i r he a d whe n touc hi ng a nothe r
0 2 6 -0 3 0
i te m tha t ha s ma gi c a l prope rti e s whi l e i n c onta c t.
Augme nt Cha ri sma : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ga i ns 1 d6 poi nts i n 1 sub-a bi l i ty of Cha ri sma whi l e i n
0 3 1 -0 3 2
c onta c t.
0 3 3 -0 3 4 Augme nt De ba uc he ry : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ga i ns 1 d6 De ba uc he ry whi l e i n c onta c t.
Augme nt De xte ri ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ga i ns 1 d6 poi nts i n 1 sub-a bi l i ty of De xte ri ty whi l e i n
0 3 5 -0 3 6

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c onta c t.
Augme nt Inte l l i ge nc e : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ga i ns 1 d6 poi nts i n 1 sub-a bi l i ty of Inte l l i ge nc e whi l e
0 3 7 -0 3 8
i n c onta c t.
0 3 9 -0 4 0 Augme nt Ma gi c : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ga i ns 1 d6 MP whi l e i n c onta c t.
Augme nt Phy si que : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ga i ns 1 d6 poi nts i n 1 sub-a bi l i ty of Phy si que whi l e i n
0 4 1 -0 4 2
c onta c t.
0 4 3 -0 4 4 Augme nt Pi e ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ga i ns 1 d6 PP whi l e i n c onta c t.
0 4 5 -0 4 6 Augme nt Vi si on: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ga i ns 1 d6 Vi si on whi l e i n c onta c t.
Augme nt Wi sdom: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ga i ns 1 d6 poi nts i n 1 sub-a bi l i ty of Wi sdom whi l e i n
0 4 7 -0 4 8
c onta c t.
0 4 9 -0 5 1 Ba ni sh Al l e rg y : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m l ose s 1 a l l e rg y whi l e i n c onta c t.
052 Ba ni sh Di se a se : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m l ose s 1 di se a se whi l e i n c onta c t.
0 5 3 -0 5 5 Ba ni sh Intoxi c a ti on: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s sobe r.
056 Ba ni sh Pa ra l y si s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m i s c ure d of pa ra l y si s.
057 Ba ni sh Poi son: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m i s c ure d of poi son.
0 5 8 -0 6 0 Be stow Ac hi ng Ba c k : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ha s a n a c hi ng ba c k whi l e i n c onta c t.
061 Be stow Ae on: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a ge s se v e ra l mi l l i on y e a rs a nd proba bl y di e s.
0 6 2 -0 6 4 Be stow Al l e rg y : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a c qui re s a ra ndom a l l e rg y whi l e i n c onta c t.
Be stow Asphy xi a ti on: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m must pa ss a He a l th sub-a bi l i ty c he c k a t TH 2 3 or
0 6 5 -0 6 6
c hok e to de a th i n a c c orda nc e wi th the c hok i ng ma ne uv e r i n Wre stl i ng.
Be stow Aura : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m gl ows wi th a n a ura whi l e i n c onta c t. The Ae di l e de te r mi ne s
0 6 7 -0 7 0
the c ol or a nd bri ghtne ss.
Be stow Bl i ndne ss: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s pe r ma ne ntl y bl i nd i f the y fa i l a He a l th sub-
0 7 1 -0 7 2
a bi l i ty c he c k a t TH 2 1 .
0 7 3 -0 7 6 Be stow Bl i ste ri ng Boi l s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a c qui re s bl i ste ri ng boi l s a s pe r the spe l l .
077 Be stow Ce ntury : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a ge s 1 0 0 y e a rs a nd proba bl y di e s.
Be stow De a fne ss: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s pe r ma ne ntl y de a f i f the y fa i l a He a l th sub-
0 7 8 -7 9
a bi l i ty c he c k a t TH 2 1 .
080 Be stow De c a de : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a ge s 1 0 y e a rs.
0 8 1 -0 8 3 Be stow Di se a se : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a c qui re s a ra ndom di se a se .
Be stow E a ra c he : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a c qui re s a n e a ra c he a nd suffe rs -3 d1 0 to a l l Sound sk i l l
0 8 4 -0 8 6
c he c k s whi l e i n c onta c t.
0 8 7 -0 9 0 Be stow Gre a te r Ha r m: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m suffe rs 2 d2 0 LP of da ma ge .
0 9 1 -1 1 0 Be stow Ha r m: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m suffe rs 2 d8 LP of da ma ge .
111 Be stow He a da c he : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a c qui re s a he a da c he whi l e i n c onta c t.

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112 Be stow Ingrown Na i l : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a c qui re s a n i ngrown na i l whi l e i n c onta c t.
1 1 3 -1 1 5 Be stow Intoxi c a ti on: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m fe e l s a s though the y dra nk 1 d6 gl a sse s of me a d.
Be stow Le prosy : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a c qui re s Le prosy i f the y fa i l a He a l th sub-a bi l i ty c he c k a t
1 1 6 -1 1 7
TH 2 6 , a s pe r the spe l l .
1 1 8 -1 5 0 Be stow Le sse r Ha r m: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m suffe rs 1 d1 0 LP of da ma ge .
Be stow Loss of Appe ti te : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m wi l l not e a t for 1 d1 0 da y s. Se e the spe l l
1 5 1 -1 5 3
de sc ri pti on for more de ta i l s.
154 Be stow Mi l l e nni um: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a ge s 1 , 0 0 0 y e a rs.
Be stow Mute ne ss: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s pe r ma ne ntl y mute i f the y fa i l a He a l th sub-
1 5 5 -1 5 6
a bi l i ty c he c k a t TH 2 1 .
Be stow Numbne ss: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s numb i n the body pa rt tha t touc he d the i te m
1 5 7 -1 6 2
for 1 d1 0 0 rounds.
1 6 3 -1 7 0 Be stow Pa ra l y si s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s pa ra l y ze d. Se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
171 Be stow Sni ffl e s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ge ts the sni ffl e s whi l e i n c onta c t.
172 Be stow Tootha c he : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a c qui re s a tootha c he whi l e i n c onta c t.
Be stow Tooth-Rot: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m e xpe ri e nc e s 1 d1 0 te e th rotti ng a nd fa l l i ng out i n 1 d1 0
1 7 3 -1 7 4
rounds.
1 7 5 -1 7 6 Be stow Ul c e r: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ge ts a n ul c e r whi l e i n c onta c t.
Ca l l Ac i d Ra i n: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s a c i d ra i n a s
1 7 7 -1 8 0
pe r the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Ani ma l s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s a ni ma l s a s pe r
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1 8 1 -1 8 5
the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Av a l a nc he : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s a n a v a l a nc he
186
a s pe r the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Ba l l Li ghtni ng: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s ba l l
1 8 7 -1 9 0
l i ghtni ng a s pe r the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Bl i zza rd: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s a bl i zza rd a s pe r
191
the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Come t: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s a c ome t a s pe r the
192
spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Chi l l y Gust: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s a c hi l l y gust
1 9 3 -1 9 5
a s pe r the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Fa mi l i a r: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s a fa mi l i a r a s pe r
1 9 6 -2 1 0
the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Fl ood: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s a fl ood a s pe r the
211
spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Fog: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s fog a s pe r the spe l l
2 1 2 -2 1 5
de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Ga l e Wi nd: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s ga l e wi nd a s
2 1 6 -2 2 0
pe r the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l God: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s a ra ndom god a s pe r
221
the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Gre a te r Ite m: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s a gre a te r
222
i te m a s pe r the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Gua rd Dog: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s a gua rd dog
2 2 3 -2 3 0
a s pe r the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Le sse r Be i ng: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s a l e sse r
2 3 1 -2 5 0
be i ng a s pe r the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Li ght: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s l i ght a s pe r the
2 5 1 -2 7 5
spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Li ghtni ng: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s l i ghtni ng a s pe r
2 7 6 -2 7 7
the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Ma g gots: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s ma g gots a s pe r
2 7 8 -2 8 5
the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Ma gi c Ma i l : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s ma gi c a l ma i l
2 8 6 -3 0 0
a s pe r the spe l l de sc ri pti on.

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Ca l l O bj e c t: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s a n obj e c t a s pe r
3 0 1 -3 0 3
the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Qua k e : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s a qua k e a s pe r the
304
spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Te r mi te s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s fog a s pe r the
3 0 5 -3 1 0
spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Ti da l Wa v e : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s a ti da l wa v e
311
a s pe r the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ca l l Ve r mi n: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s v e r mi n a s pe r the
312
spe l l de sc ri pti on.
313 Cha r m to O pe n a Door: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd touc he s a door wi l l ope n the door.
Cl oa k : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c re a te s a c l oa k e d a re a for a
314
1 d1 0 mi l e s a round the i te m whi l e i n c onta c t.
3 1 5 -3 1 8 Coa l Foot: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m i s a bl e to wa l k a c ross non-ma gi c a l fi re or c oa l s whi l e i n c onta c t.
319 Coc oon: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m wi l l be c ome tra ppe d i nsi de a c oc oon a s pe r the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
320 Compl e te He a l i ng: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s ful l y he a l e d.
3 2 1 -3 3 0 Contra c e pti v e Spe l l : Any fe ma l e who touc he s thi s i te m wi l l not be c ome pre gna nt whi l e i n c onta c t.
Conv e rt to Ca nni ba l : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s a c a nni ba l unl e ss the y pa ss a He a l th sub-
3 3 1 -3 3 5
a bi l i ty c he c k a t TH 2 0 .
Cry othe ra py : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m wi l l fe e l a c ool se nsa ti on tha t c oul d re duc e swe l l i ng, but doe s
3 3 6 -3 4 0
not he a l da ma ge .

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De Me di c a me nti s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m wi l l be c ure d of 1 di se a se , ha v e 1 he a l e d, or be brought
341
ba c k to he a l th i n a ma nne r de sc ri be d by the Ae di l e .
De te c t Thoughts: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ha s the i r thoughts tra nsmi tte d ba c k to the c re a tor of the
3 4 2 -3 4 3
ma gi c a l i te m whi l e i n c onta c t, but the y c a nnot de te c t tha t i t i s ha ppe ni ng.
De te r mi ne Ma gi c : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m to a nothe r i te m i s a bl e to de te r mi ne the di sc i pl i ne of
3 4 4 -3 6 0
ma gi c i n the othe r i te m i f i t e xi sts whi l e i n c onta c t. The i te m wi l l gl ow wi th the a ura , a s pe r the spe l l .
De v e l op Bre a sts: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m wi l l a c qui re bre a sts tha t a re 1 Cup Si ze l a rge r a s pe r the
3 6 1 -3 6 5
spe l l .
Di mi ni sh Cha ri sma : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m l ose s 1 d1 2 poi nts i n 1 sub-a bi l i ty of Cha ri sma whi l e i n
3 6 6 -3 6 7
c onta c t.
3 6 8 -3 6 9 Di mi ni sh De ba uc he ry : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m l ose s 1 d1 2 De ba uc he ry whi l e i n c onta c t.
Di mi ni sh De xte ri ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m l ose s 1 d1 2 poi nts i n 1 sub-a bi l i ty of De xte ri ty whi l e i n
3 7 0 -3 7 1
c onta c t.
Di mi ni sh Inte l l i ge nc e : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m l ose s 1 d1 2 poi nts i n 1 sub-a bi l i ty of Inte l l i ge nc e
3 7 2 -3 7 3
whi l e i n c onta c t.
3 7 4 -3 7 5 Di mi ni sh Ma gi c : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m l ose s 1 d1 2 MP whi l e i n c onta c t.
Di mi ni sh Phy si que : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m l ose s 1 d1 2 poi nts i n 1 sub-a bi l i ty of Phy si que whi l e i n
3 7 6 -3 7 7
c onta c t.
3 7 8 -3 7 9 Di mi ni sh Pi e ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m l ose s 1 d1 2 PP whi l e i n c onta c t.
Di mi ni sh Wi sdom: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m l ose s 1 d1 2 poi nts i n 1 sub-a bi l i ty of Wi sdom whi l e i n
3 8 0 -3 8 1
c onta c t.
Di sc ursi v i ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m must pa ss a Dri v e sub-a bi l i ty c he c k a t TH 1 7 a nd Rhe tori c a l
382 Cha ri sma a t TH 1 6 or be una bl e to hol d a c onv e rsa ti on wi thout wa nde ri ng to ra ndom topi c s whi l e i n
c onta c t.
E j a c ul a te Ac i d: Any ma l e who touc he s thi s i te m wi l l c um a c i d the ne xt ti me the y e j a c ul a te , a s pe r the
3 8 3 -3 8 5
spe l l .
E j a c ul a te Bl ood: Any ma l e who touc he s thi s i te m wi l l c um bl ood the ne xt ti me the y e j a c ul a te , a s pe r the
3 8 6 -3 8 8
spe l l .
E j a c ul a te Poi son: Any ma l e who touc he s thi s i te m wi l l c um poi son the ne xt ti me the y e j a c ul a te , a s pe r
3 8 9 -3 9 1
the spe l l .
3 9 2 -3 9 5 E l e c tri c a l Fi e l d: Whosoe v e r c ome s wi thi n 2 ' of thi s i te m ta k e s 1 d1 0 LP of da ma ge .
3 9 6 -4 2 5 E v a ne sc e nc e : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s i nv i si bl e whi l e i n c onta c t.
4 2 6 -4 3 0 Fa c e l e ss: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m l ose s the i r fa c i a l fe a ture s a s pe r the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Fa l se Al c he my : Al l me ta l c oi ns tha t touc h thi s i te m a ppe a r to turn to gol d, but do not, a s pe r the spe l l
4 3 1 -4 3 5
de sc ri pti on.

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Fl i ght: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m i s a bl e to fl y whi l e i n c onta c t. The i te m i s a bl e to a ffe c t 2 , 0 0 0
436
pounds. For more i nfor ma ti on, se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
4 3 7 -4 4 0 Fl y we i ght: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m we i ghs a s l i ttl e a s a fl y, whi l e i n c onta c t.
For a Sl e e pi ng Woma n to Confe ss the Na me of the Ma n she Lov e s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m to a
4 4 1 -4 4 2
sl e e pi ng fe ma l e wi l l he a r he r c onfe ss the na me of the ma n she l ov e s.
For a n E re c ti on: Any ma l e who touc he s thi s i te m wi l l a c qui re a nd ma i nta i n a n e re c t Ma nhood e v e n a fte r
4 4 3 -4 5 0
e j a c ul a ti on whi l e i n c onta c t.
4 5 1 -4 5 2 For Coughs: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m c e a se s c oughi ng whi l e i n c onta c t.
For Di sc ha rge of the E y e s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m e xpe ri e nc e s a c e ssa ti on of di sc ha rgi ng e y e s
4 5 3 -4 5 4
whi l e i n c onta c t.
455 For Fe v e rs a nd Shi v e ri ng Fi ts: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m i s c ure d of a l l fe v e rs a nd shi v e ri ng fi ts.
4 5 6 -4 5 7 For Swol l e n Te sti c l e s: Any ma l e who touc he s thi s i te m a c qui re s swol l e n te sti c l e s whi l e i n c onta c t.
Forc e Fe a r: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m must pa ss a Wi sdom a bi l i ty c he c k a t TH 2 0 or be c ome a
4 5 8 -4 6 2
c owa rd whi l e i n c onta c t.
Forc e Fe a rl e ssne ss: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m must pa ss a Wi sdom a bi l i ty c he c k a t TH 2 0 or be c ome
4 6 3 -4 6 7
fe a rl e ss whi l e i n c onta c t.
Forc e -Fe e d: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m must pa ss a Dri v e sub-a bi l i ty c he c k a t TH 2 6 or e a t a s muc h a s
4 6 8 -4 7 2
possi bl e whi l e i n c onta c t. For e a c h round of e a ti ng, 1 pound of fa t i s ga i ne d ma gi c a l l y.
Forc e O bl a ti on: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m must pa ss a Wi sdom a bi l i ty c he c k a t TH 2 0 or sa c ri fi c e a
4 7 3 -4 7 4
posse ssi on to a god.
Forc e Ra nc or: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m must pa ss a Wi sdom a bi l i ty c he c k a t TH 1 7 or be c ome
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4 7 5 -4 8 5 e nra ge d whi l e i n c onta c t. Thi s i te m wi l l a ffe c t a ny c ha ra c te r who touc he s i t a nd ha s l e ss tha n 4 d1 0 0 0

LP.
Forc e Sl umbe r: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m wi l l fa l l a sl e e p whi l e i n c onta c t. Thi s i te m a ffe c ts 1 d1 0 LP
4 8 6 -4 9 5
of the touc he r. For more i nfor ma ti on, se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
4 9 6 -5 0 0 Frosty Touc h: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m suffe rs 1 d1 0 LP of c ol d da ma ge .
5 0 1 -5 1 0 Gre a te r He a l i ng: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m re c ov e rs 2 d2 0 LP of da ma ge .
5 1 1 -5 1 5 Gre a te r Me ndi ng: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ma y re a tta c h se v e re d body pa rts whi l e i n c onta c t.
Gre a te r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Ac i d: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 3 0 0 % LP of da ma ge from a c i d a tta c k s
516
whi l e i n c onta c t.
Gre a te r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Ai r: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 3 0 0 % LP of da ma ge from a i r a tta c k s
517
whi l e i n c onta c t.
518 Gre a te r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Ar mor: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m l ose s 3 0 CA whi l e i n c onta c t.
Gre a te r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Ba se s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 3 0 0 % LP of da ma ge from ba se a tta c k s
519
whi l e i n c onta c t.
Gre a te r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Col d: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 3 0 0 % LP of da ma ge from c ol d a tta c k s
520
whi l e i n c onta c t.
Gre a te r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Di sc i pl i ne : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 3 0 0 % LP of da ma ge from a ny
521
a tta c k s from a ra ndoml y de te r mi ne d di sc i pl i ne whi l e i n c onta c t.
Gre a te r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to E a rth: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 3 0 0 % LP of da ma ge from e a rth
522
a tta c k s whi l e i n c onta c t.
Gre a te r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to E l e c tri c i ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 3 0 0 % LP of da ma ge from
523
e l e c tri c a l a tta c k s whi l e i n c onta c t.
Gre a te r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to E thi c a l i ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 3 0 0 % LP of da ma ge from a tta c k s
524
ma de by e thi c a l c re a ture s whi l e i n c onta c t.
Gre a te r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Fi re : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 3 0 0 % LP of da ma ge from fi re a tta c k s
525
whi l e i n c onta c t.
Gre a te r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Immora l i ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 3 0 0 % LP of da ma ge from a tta c k s
526
ma de by i mmora l c re a ture s whi l e i n c onta c t.
Gre a te r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Mora l i ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 3 0 0 % LP of da ma ge from a tta c k s
527
ma de by mora l c re a ture s whi l e i n c onta c t.
Gre a te r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Poi son: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 3 0 0 % LP of da ma ge from poi sonous
528
a tta c k s whi l e i n c onta c t.
Gre a te r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Sk i l l : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m suffe rs a pe na l ty of - 3 0 to a l l sk i l l c he c k s
529
whi l e i n c onta c t.

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Gre a te r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Soni c s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 3 0 0 % LP of da ma ge from soni c
530
a tta c k s whi l e i n c onta c t.
Gre a te r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Une thi c a l i ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 3 0 0 % LP of da ma ge from
531
a tta c k s ma de by une thi c a l c re a ture s whi l e i n c onta c t.
Gre a te r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to We a pon: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 3 0 0 % LP of da ma ge from a tta c k s
532
ma de by a ra ndoml y de te r mi ne d we a pon.
He a dl e ss: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a ppe a rs to ha v e a mi ssi ng he a d whi l e i n c onta c t. For more
5 3 3 -5 3 7
i nfor ma ti on, se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
He a l Di sl oc a ti on or Fra c ture : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ha s 1 di sl oc a te d soc k e t or fra c ture d bone
5 3 8 -5 4 2
he a l e d.
5 4 3 -6 0 0 He a l i ng: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m re c ov e rs 2 d8 LP of da ma ge .
He a ri ng Voi c e s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m i s 1 0 0 % l i k e l y to he a r the v oi c e of a spi ri t. For more
601
i nfor ma ti on, se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Hov e r: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m i s a bl e to hov e r whi l e i n c onta c t. The i te m i s a bl e to a ffe c t 2 , 0 0 0
6 0 2 -6 0 3
pounds. For more i nfor ma ti on, se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
6 0 4 -6 0 5 Immuta bl e Wound: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m wi l l ne v e r he a l from the ne xt wound re c e i v e d.
Inte rna l Infe sta ti on: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m wi l l be c ome i nfe ste d i nte rna l l y whi l e i n c onta c t. The
6 0 6 -6 0 8 Ae di l e must ra ndoml y de te r mi ne the i nte rna l a re a a nd spe c i e s summone d. For more i nfor ma ti on, se e the
spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Inv i nc i bi l i ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s i mpe r v i ous to a l l a tta c k s wi th 1 e xc e pti on whi l e i n
609
c onta c t. The Ae di l e must de te r mi ne the e xc e pti on. For more i nfor ma ti on, se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.

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Inv i nc i bi l i ty to Ac i d: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s i mpe r v i ous to a l l a c i d a tta c k s whi l e i n
610
c onta c t.
611 Inv i nc i bi l i ty to Ai r: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s i mpe r v i ous to a l l a i r a tta c k s whi l e i n c onta c t.
Inv i nc i bi l i ty to Ba se s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s i mpe r v i ous to a l l ba se a tta c k s whi l e i n
612
c onta c t.
Inv i nc i bi l i ty to Col d: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s i mpe r v i ous to a l l c ol d a tta c k s whi l e i n
613
c onta c t.
Inv i nc i bi l i ty to E a rth: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s i mpe r v i ous to a l l e a rth a tta c k s whi l e i n
614
c onta c t.
Inv i nc i bi l i ty to E l e c tri c i ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s i mpe r v i ous to a l l e l e c tri c a l a tta c k s
615
whi l e i n c onta c t.
616 Inv i nc i bi l i ty to Fi re : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s i mpe r v i ous to a l l fi re a tta c k s whi l e i n c onta c t.
Inv i nc i bi l i ty to Ga ze : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s i mpe r v i ous to a l l ga ze a tta c k s whi l e i n
617
c onta c t.
Inv i nc i bi l i ty to Poi son: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s i mpe r v i ous to a l l poi sonous a tta c k s whi l e
618
i n c onta c t.
Inv i nc i bi l i ty to Wa te r: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s i mpe r v i ous to a l l wa te r a tta c k s whi l e i n
619
c onta c t.
6 2 0 -6 3 0 Ioni c Atta c k : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m suffe rs 1 d1 0 LP of e l e c tri c a l da ma ge .
6 3 1 -7 0 0 Le sse r He a l i ng: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m re c ov e rs 1 d1 0 LP of da ma ge .
7 0 1 -7 2 5 Le sse r Me ndi ng: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m e xpe ri e nc e s the me ndi ng of brok e n bone s.
Le sse r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Ac i d: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 1 5 0 % LP of da ma ge from a c i d a tta c k s
7 2 6 -7 3 0
whi l e i n c onta c t.
Le sse r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Ai r: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 1 5 0 % LP of da ma ge from a i r a tta c k s
7 3 1 -7 3 5
whi l e i n c onta c t.
7 3 6 -7 4 0 Le sse r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Ar mor: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m l ose s 5 0 CA whi l e i n c onta c t.
Le sse r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Ba se s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 1 5 0 % LP of da ma ge from ba se a tta c k s
7 4 1 -7 4 2
whi l e i n c onta c t.
Le sse r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Col d: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 1 5 0 % LP of da ma ge from c ol d a tta c k s
7 4 3 -7 4 7
whi l e i n c onta c t.
Le sse r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Di sc i pl i ne : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 1 5 0 % LP of da ma ge from a ny
7 4 8 -7 5 2
a tta c k s from a ra ndoml y de te r mi ne d di sc i pl i ne whi l e i n c onta c t.
Le sse r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to E a rth: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 1 5 0 % LP of da ma ge from e a rth a tta c k s
7 5 3 -7 5 7
whi l e i n c onta c t.

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Le sse r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to E l e c tri c i ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 1 5 0 % LP of da ma ge from
7 5 8 -7 6 2
e l e c tri c a l a tta c k s whi l e i n c onta c t.
Le sse r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to E thi c a l i ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 1 5 0 % LP of da ma ge from a tta c k s
7 6 3 -7 6 7
ma de by e thi c a l c re a ture s whi l e i n c onta c t.
Le sse r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Fi re : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 1 5 0 % LP of da ma ge from fi re a tta c k s
7 6 8 -7 8 2
whi l e i n c onta c t.
Le sse r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Immora l i ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 1 5 0 % LP of da ma ge from a tta c k s
7 8 3 -7 8 7
ma de by i mmora l c re a ture s whi l e i n c onta c t.
Le sse r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Mora l i ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 1 5 0 % LP of da ma ge from a tta c k s
7 8 8 -7 9 2
ma de by mora l c re a ture s whi l e i n c onta c t.
Le sse r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Poi son: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 1 5 0 % LP of da ma ge from poi sonous
7 9 3 -7 9 7
a tta c k s whi l e i n c onta c t.
Le sse r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Sk i l l : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m suffe rs a pe na l ty of - 2 0 to a l l sk i l l c he c k s
7 9 8 -8 0 2
whi l e i n c onta c t.
Le sse r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Soni c s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 1 5 0 % LP of da ma ge from soni c
8 0 3 -8 0 4
a tta c k s whi l e i n c onta c t.
Le sse r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to Une thi c a l i ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 1 5 0 % LP of da ma ge from a tta c k s
8 0 5 -8 0 9
ma de by une thi c a l c re a ture s whi l e i n c onta c t.
Le sse r Vul ne ra bi l i ty to We a pon: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s 1 5 0 % LP of da ma ge from a tta c k s
8 1 0 -8 1 4
ma de by a ra ndoml y de te r mi ne d we a pon.
Li v i ng Monstrosi ty : Any pre gna nt fe ma l e who touc he s thi s i te m wi l l gi v e bi rth to a ba by wi th a bi rth
8 1 5 -8 1 8
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de fe c t de te r mi ne d by the Ae di l e .
819 Ma rty ri za ti on: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m wi l l be c ome a ma rty r a fte r de a th.
My otomy : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ha s a musc l e spl i t a t the poi nt of c onta c t. For more i nfor ma ti on,
820
se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Ne a r De a th E xpe ri e nc e : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m fa l l s unc onsc i ous a nd se e s a whi te l i ght. For more
8 2 1 -8 2 2
i nfor ma ti on, se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Nous: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ga i ns 2 d1 0 0 Intui ti on whi l e i n c onta c t. For more i nfor ma ti on, se e
823
the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
O di um The ol ogi c um: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m i s c ompe l l e d to a rgue wi th i rri ta ti on a bout re l i gi on
824
whi l e i n c onta c t.
O mni sc i e nc e : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m k nows e v e ry thi ng: pa st, pre se nt, a nd future whi l e i n c onta c t.
825 O nc e the y a re not touc hi ng the i te m a ny more , the y a c qui re 1 d2 0 Ra ndom Me nta l Il l ne sse s. For more
i nfor ma ti on, se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
O ndontol oxi a : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ha s the i r te e th re a rra nge d a t a wk wa rd a ngl e s a nd l ose s
826
(1 d1 0 0 )% Fa c i a l Cha ri sma .
O opha gous: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ha s the i r di ge sti v e sy ste m muta te d so tha t the y c a n e a t onl y
8 2 7 -8 3 2
e g gs.
O rda i ne d by God: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be l i e v e s tha t the ne xt e v e nt to oc c ur wa s orda i ne d by
8 3 3 -8 3 7
the i r god. For more i nfor ma ti on, se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
O roa na l : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m i s c ha nge d fore v e r suc h tha t e i the r the i r a nus or mouth be c ome s
8 3 8 -8 4 2
a n oroa na l ori fi c e . For more i nfor ma ti on, se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Pa l fre y : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s a horse a s pe r the
843
spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Pe rpe tua l Bl e e di ng: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m wi l l bl e e d e te rna l l y from the ne xt wound suffe re d from
844 whi c h bl ood wa s dra wn. The ra te of bl e e di ng i s 1 LP/mi nute . For more i nfor ma ti on, se e the spe l l
de sc ri pti on.
Pe rpe tua l O rga sm: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m wi l l ha v e a n e te rna l orga sm, whi c h wi l l k i l l the m. For
845
more i nfor ma ti on, se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
846 Pe rpe tua l Sl umbe r: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m wi l l sl e e p fore v e r a nd c a nnot be a wa k e ne d.
Pe sti l e nti a l Host: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m be c ome s c onta gi ous a nd spre a ds fe v e r a nd pl a gue whi l e i n
847 c onta c t. Al l c re a ture s tha t c ome wi thi n a ra di us of 1 d1 0 0 fe e t must pa ss a He a l th sub-a bi l i ty c he c k a t
TH (3 d1 0 ) to a v oi d fe v e r a nd pl a gue . For more i nfor ma ti on, se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Progna thi sm: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m e xpe ri e nc e s a c ha nge i n the i r fa c i a l bone s so tha t the l owe r
8 4 8 -8 5 2 fa c e e xte nds 1 d4 i nc he s fa rthe r forwa rd tha n the uppe r fa c e . For more i nfor ma ti on, se e the spe l l
de sc ri pti on.

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Prote c ti on from Ac i d: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s onl y 5 0 % da ma ge from a c i d a tta c k s whi l e i n
8 5 3 -8 5 7
c onta c t.
Prote c ti on from Ai r: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s onl y 5 0 % da ma ge from a i r a tta c k s whi l e i n
8 5 8 -8 6 2
c onta c t.
Prote c ti on from Ba se s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s onl y 5 0 % da ma ge from ba se a tta c k s whi l e i n
8 6 3 -8 6 5
c onta c t.
Prote c ti on from Chol e ri c s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s onl y 5 0 % da ma ge from a tta c k s ma de by
8 6 6 -8 7 0
pre domi na ntl y c hol e ri c c ha ra c te rs whi l e i n c onta c t.
Prote c ti on from Col d: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s onl y 5 0 % da ma ge from c ol d a tta c k s whi l e i n
8 7 1 -8 7 5
c onta c t.
Prote c ti on from Di sc i pl i ne : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m i s prote c te d from spe l l s from a ra ndoml y
8 7 6 -8 8 0
de te r mi ne d di sc i pl i ne whi l e i n c onta c t. For more i nfor ma ti on, se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Prote c ti on from E a rth: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s onl y 5 0 % da ma ge from e a rth a tta c k s whi l e i n
8 8 1 -8 8 5
c onta c t.
Prote c ti on from E l e c tri c i ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s onl y 5 0 % da ma ge from e l e c tri c a l a tta c k s
8 8 6 -8 9 0
whi l e i n c onta c t.
Prote c ti on from E thi c a l i ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s onl y 5 0 % da ma ge from a tta c k s ma de by
8 9 1 -8 9 5
e thi c a l c ha ra c te rs whi l e i n c onta c t.
Prote c ti on from Fi re : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s onl y 5 0 % da ma ge from fi re a tta c k s whi l e i n
8 9 6 -9 0 0
c onta c t.
Prote c ti on from Ga ze : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s onl y 5 0 % da ma ge from ga ze a tta c k s whi l e i n
9 0 1 -9 0 5

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c onta c t. For more i nfor ma ti on, se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Prote c ti on from Immora l i ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s onl y 5 0 % da ma ge from a tta c k s ma de by
9 0 6 -9 1 0
i mmora l c ha ra c te rs whi l e i n c onta c t.
Prote c ti on from Me l a nc hol i c s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s onl y 5 0 % da ma ge from a tta c k s ma de
9 1 1 -9 1 5
by pre domi na ntl y me l a nc hol i c c ha ra c te rs whi l e i n c onta c t.
Prote c ti on from Mora l i ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s onl y 5 0 % da ma ge from a tta c k s ma de by
9 1 6 -9 2 0
mora l c ha ra c te rs whi l e i n c onta c t.
Prote c ti on from Phl e gma ti c s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s onl y 5 0 % da ma ge from a tta c k s ma de by
9 2 1 -9 2 5
pre domi na ntl y phl e gma ti c c ha ra c te rs whi l e i n c onta c t.
Prote c ti on from Phy si c a l Ha r m: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s onl y 5 0 % da ma ge from phy si c a l
9 2 6 -9 3 0
a tta c k s whi l e i n c onta c t.
Prote c ti on from Poi son: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s onl y 5 0 % da ma ge from poi sonous a tta c k s
9 3 1 -9 3 5
whi l e i n c onta c t.
Prote c ti on from Sa ngui ne s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s onl y 5 0 % da ma ge from a tta c k s ma de by
9 3 6 -9 4 0
pre domi na ntl y sa ngui ne c ha ra c te rs whi l e i n c onta c t.
Prote c ti on from Soni c s: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s onl y 5 0 % da ma ge from soni c a tta c k s whi l e i n
9 4 1 -9 4 2
c onta c t.
Prote c ti on from Une thi c a l i ty : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s onl y 5 0 % da ma ge from a tta c k s ma de by
9 4 3 -9 4 7
une thi c a l c ha ra c te rs whi l e i n c onta c t.
Prote c ti on from Wa te r: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ta k e s onl y 5 0 % da ma ge from wa te r a tta c k s whi l e i n
9 4 8 -9 5 2
c onta c t.
Puddl e of Cr ud: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri be d c ha nt c onj ure s a puddl e 2 0
953
fe e t i n di a me te r tha t wi l l sl ow c ha ra c te r Spri nt spe e d by 5 0 % i f a Ba l a nc e sk i l l c he c k i s fa i l e d a t TH 2 1 .
Ra i se Prowe ss: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ga i ns 2 5 poi nts to the fol l owi ng sub-a bi l i ti e s whi l e i n
9 5 4 -9 5 9 c onta c t: Phy si c a l Fi tne ss, Stre ngth, Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Agi l i ty, Re a c ti on Spe e d, Dri v e , a nd Common
Se nse .
Re -a ni ma ti on: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ma y touc h a c orpse a nd ma k e i t unde a d i f Immuta bi l i ty wa s
9 6 0 -9 6 9 c a st on the i te m. Be fore de a th, the de a d c re a ture must ha v e ha d 1 6 0 LP or fe we r. Whosoe v e r touc he s
thi s i te m wi l l not be a bl e to i nfl ue nc e the unde a d. For more i nfor ma ti on, se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Re ge ne ra ti on: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m wi l l he a l 1 LP/mi nute from wounds. For more i nfor ma ti on,
970
se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Rot: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ha s the i r sk i n rot a nd we a k e n whi l e i n c onta c t. For more i nfor ma ti on,
9 7 1 -9 7 5
se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Sa ni ti ze Food/Be v e ra ge : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ma y sa ni ti ze food or be v e ra ge by touc hi ng the m
9 7 6 -9 8 0
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Stronge r tha n Be fore : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m to the stub whe re a l i mb wa s ha c k e d off wi l l obse r v e
9 8 1 -9 8 5
2 ne w l i mbs grow i n i ts pl a c e .
Te l e porta ti on: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m a nd re a ds a l oud the i nsc ri pti on i s tra nsporte d i nsta ntl y to a
986 pl a c e e nv i si one d by the c re a tor of the i te m upon i ts c re a ti on. The i te m i s a bl e to te l e port 5 0 LP or l e ss.
For more i nfor ma ti on, se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Va ri c ose Ve i ns: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m ge ts nume rous sma l l v e i ns ne a r the surfa c e of the i r sk i n a nd
9 8 7 -9 8 8
v i si bl e by othe rs whi l e i n c onta c t. For more i nfor ma ti on, se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Wa l k on Wa te r: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m i s a bl e to Wa l k on Wa te r wi thout si nk i ng i f the y we i gh l e ss
989
tha n 2 0 0 pounds whi l e i n c onta c t.
We t Dre a m: Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m to a sl e e pi ng c re a ture wi l l c a use tha t c re a ture to ha v e a se xua l
9 9 1 -9 9 5
dre a m whi l e i n c onta c t. For more i nfor ma ti on, se e the spe l l de sc ri pti on.
Woode n Ca ra pa c e : Whosoe v e r touc he s thi s i te m e xpe ri e nc e s a ma gi c a l ha rde ni ng of the i r sk i n tha t gra nts
9 9 6 -1 0 0 0
a bonus of 5 CA whi l e i n c onta c t.
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Alchemical Liquids, Notes on Alchemical, Oils
Alchemical liquids are unrelated to the Al- Oils are magical liquids that must be thickly
chemy skill in Chapter 8: Skills. Alchemical liquids, applied to a creature or object to enact the magical
even of the same magical effect or name, tend to be effects. Thoroughly coating the object with the al-
different each time. Therefore, if a particular chemical oil is usually necessary.
spellcaster makes 2 Elixirs of Life, then they are likely Oftentimes, the entire body must be cov-
to be different in color and odor. Hence, experi- ered for the magical oil to function correctly. Anakim
menting with alchemical liquids in attempts to de- require 15 vials or fluid ounces of oil, bugbears re-
termine their nature can prove dangerous and is quire 8 vials, humans require 5, kobolds only 4 vials,
often futile or misleading. ogres 25, and trolls 15 vials. It is impossible to fully
Warning: Do not mix alchemical liquids, as apply the oil to oneself; another character must do
the mere contact of the 2 liquids necessitates con- it. Thoroughly applying the oil takes roughly 1 hour,
sulting Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects. 2 for an ogre. Following are Extraordinary magical
effects:

01-25 Oil of Armor: Upon apply-

Alchemical, Elixirs
ing this oil to one’s unarmored body, each
Elixirs may be substances capable of trans-
vial bestows protection. The entire body
muting metals into gold and prolonging life or a cure-
must be covered for it to function correctly.

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all. The imbiber of the elixir experiences magical
Once the entire body is covered, CA in-
effects. Following are Extraordinary magical effects:
creases by 1d10 for 1d4 hours.
26-50 Oil of Lubrication: This oil
01-25 Elixir of Gold: Whosoever
provides friction-free lubrication between
imbibes this elixir may notice the magical
any 2 surfaces for a duration of 1d4 hours.
conversion of 1d10 ounces of metal in im-
51-75 Oil of Ontendan: Whoso-
mediate fleshly contact with the imbiber into
ever has their body entirely covered by this
gold. According to ancient trollish records,
oil becomes able to ignite the oil without
there once was a king who favored this elixir
being burned, and will be immune to all fire
named Midas.
while the oil is wet. The oil will dry within
26-50 Elixir of Healing Sleep:
1d4 hours, and the flames, if ignited, will
Whososever imbibes this elixir is forced to
extinguish as it dries. This oil burns a differ-
fall asleep for 1d10 hours. Upon awaken-
ent color and intensity depending on its age.
ing, the imbiber has recovered all LP. This
The older the oil, the more brightly it burns
was the best sleep the imbiber ever experi-
and the longer are the flames. Roll 1d1000
enced.
to determine its age in years. The oil will
51-75 Elixir of Life: Whosoever
range from looking like natural fire (age 1
imbibes this elixir is fully revived, recover-
year) to flourescent green (age 1,000).
ing all LP. Regardless of the total potential
76-100 Oil of Poison Oak: Upon
number of LP of the imbiber, and regard-
applying this oil to one’s body, each vial
less of how wounded the imbiber may be,
seems to be ineffective. However, 3 hours
the imbiber recovers all LP. Additional Elix-
after application, the oil creates itchy welts
irs of Life do not increase LP beyond nor-
everywhere the oil contacts skin. For 4 days,
mal potential.
Initiative suffers a - 20 penalty, Bodily At-
76-100 Elixir of Years: Whosoever
tractiveness and Facial Charisma suffer - 30,
imbibes this elixir does not age for 1d10
and the wearer is compelled constantly to
years.
itch.

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 Alchemical, Ointments Alchemical, Philters
Ointments are magical liquids that must be Philters are liquid magical charms having the
sprinkled onto a creature or object to enact the magi- power to excite sexual passion. The imbiber of the
cal effects. Following are Extraordinary magical ef- philter experiences magical effects. Following are
fects: Extraordinary magical effects:

01-50 Ointment of Magnetic At- 01-05 Philter of Anakim Lust:

traction: Anything upon which this oint- Whosoever imbibes this philter will be a
ment is sprinkled becomes a powerful mag- sexual object for all anakim within 100 feet.
net, attracting all metal within 1d100 feet. A All anakim within 100 feet seek to mate with
Strength of (100 + 1d100) is required to re- the target, even if it must be accomplished
move metal objects from the object with the by force. They will not stop until physically
ointment. Magnetism lasts for 1 hour. Be- unable to continue. The duration of these
ware of sharp flying objects. Flying objects effects for the imbiber is 1d6 hours.
do damage according to the damage modi- 06-10 Philter of Angelic Lust:
fier with the Strength of the magnetism. Whosoever imbibes this philter will be a
51-100 Ointment of Sores: If this sexual object for all angels (eudaemons)
ointment is applied to living creatures, then within 100 feet. All angels within 100 feet
sores appear immediately where the oint- seek to mate with the target, even if it must
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ment is sprinkled. If this ointment is ap- be accomplished by force. They will not
plied generously, then the wearer will be cov- stop until physically unable to continue. The
ered with sores. Each dash of the ointment duration of these effects for the imbiber is
produces 1d4 sores, and each full vial may 1d6 hours.
contain 20 dashes. Each sore may be either 11-15 Philter of Demonic Lust:
a lesion or puss bubble. Each sore causes 1 Whosoever imbibes this philter will be a
LP of damage, and Facial Charisma and/or sexual object for all demons within 100 feet.
Bodily Attractiveness suffer - 2. All demons (cacodaemons) within 100 feet
seek to mate with the target, even if it must
be accomplished by force. They will not
stop until physically unable to continue. The
duration of these effects for the imbiber is
1d6 hours.
16-20 Philter of Disinterest:
Whosoever imbibes this philter loses all
sexual desire for 1d6 weeks.
21-25 Philter of Dragon Lust:
Whosoever imbibes this philter will be a
sexual object for all dragons within 100 feet.
All dragons within 100 feet seek to mate with
the target, even if it must be accomplished
by force. They will not stop until physically
unable to continue. The duration of these
effects for the imbiber is 1d6 hours.

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 26-30 Philter of Dwarven Lust: 51-55 Philter of Humanoid
Whosoever imbibes this philter will be a Lust: Whosoever imbibes this philter will
sexual object for all dwarves within 100 feet. be a sexual object for all humanoids within
All dwarves within 100 feet seek to mate with 100 feet. All humanoids within 100 feet seek
the target, even if it must be accomplished to mate with the target, even if it must be
by force. They will not stop until physically accomplished by force. They will not stop
unable to continue. The duration of these until physically unable to continue. The
effects for the imbiber is 1d6 hours. duration of these effects for the imbiber is
31-35 Philter of Elven Lust: 1d6 hours.
Whosoever imbibes this philter will be a 56-60 Philter of Human Lust:
sexual object for all elves within 100 feet. Whoever imbibes this philter will be a sexual
All elves within 100 feet seek to mate with object for all humans within 100 feet. All
the target, even if it must be accomplished humans within 100 feet seek to mate with
by force. They will not stop until physically the target, even if it must be accomplished
unable to continue. The duration of these by force. They will not stop until physically
effects for the imbiber is 1d6 hours. unable to continue. The duration of these
36-40 Philter of Gnomish Lust: effects for the imbiber is 1d6 hours.
Whosoever imbibes this philter will be a 61-65 Philter of Incubi Fly:
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All gnomes within 100 feet seek to mate with sexual object for all females within 100 feet.
the target, even if it must be accomplished All females within 100 feet seek to be im-
by force. They will not stop until physically pregnated by the imbiber, even if it must be
unable to continue. The duration of these accomplished by force. They will not stop
effects for the imbiber is 1d6 hours. For until physically unable to continue. The
information on gnomes, see Neveria, a fan- duration of these effects for the imbiber is
tasy world for F.A.T.A.L. 1d6 hours.
41-45 Philter of Gruagach Lust: 66-70 Philter of Mammal Lust:
Whoever imbibes this philter will be a sexual Whosoever imbibes this philter will be a
object for all gruagach within 100 feet. All sexual object for all mammals within 100 feet.
gruagach within 100 feet seek to mate with All mammals within 100 feet seek to mate
the target, even if it must be accomplished with the target, even if it must be accom-
by force. They will not stop until physically plished by force. They will not stop until
unable to continue. The duration of these physically unable to continue. The duration
effects for the imbiber is 1d6 hours. of these effects for the imbiber is 1d6 hours.
46-50 Philter of Kobold Lust: 71-75 Philter of Ogre Lust:
Whosoever imbibes this philter will be a Whosoever imbibes this philter will be a
sexual object for all kobolds within 100 feet. sexual object for all ogres within 100 feet.
All kobolds within 100 feet seek to mate with All ogres within 100 feet seek to mate with
the target, even if it must be accomplished the target, even if it must be accomplished
by force. They will not stop until physically by force. They will not stop until physically
unable to continue. The duration of these unable to continue. The duration of these
effects for the imbiber is 1d6 hours. effects for the imbiber is 1d6 hours.

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 76-80 Philter of Self Lust: Who- Alchemical, Potions
soever imbibes this philter will be sexually Potions are magical liquids. The effects of
interested only in themselves. The imbiber potions are diverse. The imbiber of the potion ex-
will masturbate feriously, even after pain periences magical effects. Following are Extraordi-
ensues. The duration of these effects for nary magical effects:
the imbiber is 1d6 hours.
81-85 Philter of Succubi Fly: 01-12 Potion of Evanescence:
Whosoever imbibes this philter will be a Whosoever imbibes this potion becomes to-
sexual object for all males within 100 feet. tally invisible, unable to be seen by others.
All males within 100 feet seek to impreg- The effect of this potion lasts 1d20 min-
nate the target, even if it must be accom- utes. While invisible, attacks may be made
plished by force. They will not stop until and invisibility is not jeopardized, but the
physically unable to continue. The duration defender may estimate the location of the
of these effects for the imbiber is 1d6 hours. invisible character for the round by passing
86-90 Philter of Troll Lust: Who- an Intuition sub-ability check at TH 24. If
soever imbibes this philter will be a sexual so, then the defender may attack the invis-
object for all trolls within 100 feet radius. ible assailant without penalty, though only
All trolls within 100 feet seek to mate with for 1 attack. Otherwise, the defender may
the target, even if it must be accomplished attempt to attack the invisible assailant,
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by force. They will not stop until physically though with a penalty of 24 to attack rolls.
unable to continue. The duration of these 13-24 Potion of Impregnation:
effects for the imbiber is 1d6 hours. If any female imbibes this potion, then she
91-100 Philter of Universal Lust: instantaneously becomes pregnant, though
Whosoever imbibes this philter will be a she will not show until 3 months later, how-
sexual object for all creatures within 100 feet. ever morning sickness may offer a clue; fe-
All creatures within 100 feet seek to mate male imbibers must pass an Intuition sub-
with the target, even if it must be accom- ability check at TH 21 to guess that they are
plished by force. They will not stop until pregnant. If a male imbibes this potion, then
physically unable to continue. The duration the next female with whom he copulates will
of these effects for the imbiber is 1d6 hours. become pregnant upon ejaculation.
25-36 Potion of the Magister:
Upon imbibing this potion, a mage or sor-
cerer temporarily gains 2d4 occupational lev-
els, thereby gaining the appropriate amount
of MP. New spells are not acquired. How-
PEDICABO.EGO.UOS. ever, spells currently known have a more
powerful effect. The effects of this potion
ET.IRRUMABO upon the imbiber last for 1d100 rounds.
37-48 Potion of Mental Health:
Upon imbibing this potion, 1 mental illness
will be permanently cured.
I will fuck you in the ass 49-60 Potion of Mental Illness:
Upon imbibing this potion, 1 Random Men-
and in the mouth! tal Illness is permanently acquired. See Chap.
5: Mind.

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 61-72 Potion of Permanent Ster- Alchemical, Salves
ilization: Upon imbibing this potion, all Salves are applied to wounds for healing and
sperm in the male, or eggs in the female, remedies, and may be comforting or soothing. The
become permanently dead and useless. imbiber of the salve experiences magical effects.
73-84 Potion of Quintuplet Im- Following are Extraordinary magical effects:
pregnation: Identical to the Potion of Im-
pregnation, this potion ensures that 5 chil- 01-15 Salve of Curing: Whoso-
dren will result. ever imbibes this salve is instantly cured of
85-100 Potion of Tor menting any disease.
Madness: Whosoever imbibes this potion 16-30 Salve of Inflicting: Who-
believes that a ring of fire surrounds their soever imbibes this salve is immediately in-
head, though no other character sees it. Fur- flicted with a random disease. See Chap. 2:
ther, male imbibers envision incubi dancing Body.
around their head in the ring of imagined 31-45 Salve of Life: Whosoever
fire, demanding sexual favors. Female im- imbibes this salve recovers 1d10 LP.
bibers envision succubi dancing around their 46-60 Salve of Pestilence: Who-
head in the ring of imagined fire, demand- soever imbibes this salve becomes a pesti-
ing sexual favors. Further unrelenting crazi- lential host, though the imbiber is immune
ness happens, which depends from charac- to the effects of the pestilence; for the du-

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ter to character. Popular reports have been ration of this salve’s effects, the imbiber is
that the demons rip open their intestines and immune to tuberculosis. The duration of
swing them about gleefully. The effects do this salve’s effects is 2d20 days. All who come
not cease just because the imbiber is able to within 50 feet of the imbiber must pass a
sleep from exhaustion. The effects of this Health sub-ability check at TH 16 to avoid
potion last for 1d6 weeks. A base Drive sub- acquiring tuberculosis (see Chap. 5: Mind).
ability check at TH 10 must be passed not 61-75 Salve of Poison: Whoso-
to become openly suicidal. The TH in- ever imbibes this salve acquires a random
creases by 2 each week. poison. See Chap. 17: Natural Substances.
76-100 Salve of Wounding: Who-
soever imbibes this salve loses 1d10 LP.

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 Apparel, Boots 71-85 Cursed Boots of Per-
Boots are protection for the foot and the petual Sprinting: These boots comforably
lower leg. Most boots are constructed of leather. fit the wearer and seem to be normal and
Both boots of the same magical item must be worn desirable in all respects. However, once the
for an effect to be noticed, unless stated otherwise. wearer begins to sprint, the boots will con-
Following are Extraordinary magical effects: tinue to force the legs of the wearer to sprint
perpetually. The wearer must make appro-
01-15 Boots of Beorgan: These priate checks (see the Sprint skill in Chap. 8:
boots comfortably fit the wearer and seem Skills) until they are exhausted and physi-
to be normal in all respects. However, these cally unable to continue sprinting. Eventu-
boots grant the wearer 1d10 CA against ally, the boots will be dragging the body of
melee attacks seen by the wearer due to im- the wearer, who will be too weak to change
proved footwork during combat. the direction of the sprint. The boots will
16-30 Boots of Endurance: sprint in the same direction until they run
These boots comfortably fit the wearer and into a solid object. A new direction will be
seem to be normal in all respects. However, determined randomly. Damage may occur
once the wearer begins to sprint, the wearer to the wearer, as determined by the Aedile.
will notice that they will not become ex- 86-100 Cursed Boots of Sprint
hausted and may sprint as long as desired. Resistance: These boots comfortably fit the
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31-45 Boots of Kicking: These wearer and seem to be normal and desirable
boots comfortably fit the wearer and seem boots in all respects. However, whenever
to be normal in all respects. However, when the wearer attempts to sprint, the boots seem
a character makes a successful kick (see to weigh 800 lbs. apiece, offering resistance
Brawling in Chap. 8: Skills), the kick does to movement.
double the normal damage before modifi-
ers are applied.
46-70 Boots of Velocity: These
boots comfortably fit the wearer and seem
to be normal in all respects. However, these
boots allow the wearer to sprint at twice their
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 Apparel, Bracers Apparel, Brassieres
Bracers are coverings for the lower forearm, A brassiere is material that covers and sup-
and may be made from a variety of materials, though ports the breasts of a female. Unless otherwise speci-
leather and metal are most common. Both bracers fied, a magical brassiere conforms to the size of the
of the same magical item must be worn for an ef- breasts of the wearer. Following are Extraordinary
fect to be noticed, unless stated otherwise. Follow- magical effects:
ing are Extraordinary magical effects:
01-20 Brassiere of Flattering:
01-14 Bracers of Bile: Whoso- Though the material of this brassiere may
ever wears these bracers on their forearms vary, including a variety of metals or cloth,
will notice that several drops of bile are whenever a female wears this brassiere, the
somehow emitted from the bracers onto a appearance of her breasts is magically en-
foe when they are struck by a fist or elbow hanced. The exact effect is best described
during Brawling. by the Aedile.
15-28 Bracers of Blindfighting: 21-40 Brassiere of Immobility:
Whosoever wears these bracers on their Whenever a female wears this brassiere, pro-
forearms will receive a bonus of 1d10 SP to vided that her breasts are Cup Size ‘B’ or
Blindfighting. These bracers help guide the larger, she will notice that she does not suf-
arms of the wearer during combat when the fer discomfort due to running or jumping.

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wearer cannot see their foe. While wearing this brassiere, her breasts are
29-42 Bracers of Brawling: immobile, so they are not bouncing all over
Whosoever wears these bracers on their the place during physical activity.
forearms will receive a bonus of 1d10 to the 41-60 Brassiere of Staring:
damage of a successful Brawling attack if a Whenever a female wears this brassiere, all
fist or elbow was used. other characters who see the wearer will stare
43-56 Bracers of Bugbear at the brassiere. They will be unable to look
Strength: If a male wears these bracers, then away unless they pass a Drive sub-ability
his Strength sub-ability becomes 200. If a check at TH 16. They will not be sexually
female wears these bracers, her Strength compelled, regardless of what the wearer
becomes 150. Note that a character’s thinks, but they will simply have a staring
Strength may either increase or decrease by problem.
wearing these bracers. 61-80 Cursed Brassiere of
57-70 Bracers of Combat: Who- Droopiness: Whenever a female wears this
soever wears these bracers on their forearms brassiere, her breasts appear to others as
will receive a bonus of 1d10 to their attack though weights were pulling down her
skill checks. These bracers help guide the nipples. However, the wearer will believe
arms of the wearer during combat. that her breasts look great while wearing this
71-84 Bracers of Strength: Who- brassiere. Any character who sees her breasts
soever wears these bracers on their forearms in this brassiere, and with no other garment
notices an increase, depending on the pair over them, will react as though her Bodily
of bracers, of (1d100)% in their Strength Attractiveness is lowered by 3d10.
sub-ability. 81-100 Cursed Brassiere of Flat-
85-100 Cursed Bracers of Weak- tening: Though the material of this bras-
ness: Whosoever wears these bracers on siere may vary, including a variety of metals
their forearms notices a decrease, depend- or cloth, whenever a female wears this bras-
ing on the pair of bracers, of (1d100)% in siere, her breasts are reduced by 1d4 cup
their Strength sub-ability. sizes.

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 Apparel, Cloaks Apparel, Dresses
A cloak is a garment that hangs on a Dresses include fashionable clothing for a
character’s back from the shoulders and usually ex- female. A dress usually covers most of her body
tends to the thighs or knees. A cloak may be made and is made of cloth. Otherwise, styles can vary
from a variety of materials, though cloth or wool greatly. Following are Extraordinary magical effects:
are most common. Following are Extraordinary
magical effects: 01-15 Cursed Dress of De-
bauchery: Whenever a female wears this
01-20 Cloak of Anonymity: dress, her debauchery points increase to 100
Whosoever wears this cloak will be anony- (see Chap. 6: Sociality). The wearer is com-
mous to those who see and talk with the pelled to sell her body to absolutely any char-
wearer. Other characters will overlook the acter. The wearer will solicit every charac-
wearer, and if introduced, forget all about ter she sees and will accept 1 s.p., for which
the character in 1d100 minutes. she will do any sexual favor and allow any-
21-40 Cloak of Life: Whosoever thing to be done to her as long as her sexual
wears this cloak experiences a temporary partner is sexually satisfied.
gain of (1d100)% LP. This effect varies with 16-30 Cursed Dress of Misper-
each such cloak. ception: Whenever a female wears this dress,
41-60 Cloak of Self-Craving: she will suffer from the misperception that
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Whosoever wears this cloak will sexually the dress enhances her beauty by an increase
crave themselves and attempt to orally tan- of 2d100 Bodily Attractiveness sub-ability
talize their own genitals, no matter how far points. The wearer will act as though she is
away. Upon fastening this cloak, the Man- far more beautiful than she is.
hood of a male becomes erect and throbs. 31-45 Cursed Dress of Ugliness:
Upon fastening this cloak, the clitoris of a Whenever a woman wears this dress, her
female becomes swollen. Regardless of Bodily Attractiveness sub-ability decreases
whether or not the wearer is in public, the by (3d10)%. The penalty depends on the
wearer will attempt to bend forward and garment, but is fixed regarding the wearer.
connect their tongue to their excited geni-
tals. The wearer must pass a Health sub-
ability check at TH 21 not to break their
neck, because the difficulty of this task will
cause frustration, which in turn will cause
violent attempts to accomplish the task. If
the neck of the wearer breaks, then they die.
If the Health check is passed, then the char-
acter does not break their neck and, due to
depression, loses all sexual interest for 1d6
months. This effect occurs each time the
cloak is fastened onto a character.
61-80 Cloak of Stature: Whoso-
ever wears this cloak experiences a tempo-
rary gain of (1d100)% Kinetic Charisma.
This effect varies with each such cloak.
81-100 Cloak of Warmth: Whoso-
ever wears this cloak will not feel the effects
of cold, whether magical or non-magical.

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 46-60 Dress of Bodily Attrac- Apparel, Girdles
tiveness: Whenever a female wears this A girdle is a belt, usually made of leather
dress, her Bodily Attractiveness sub-ability and worn around the waist. Sometimes belts are
increases by (3d10)%. The bonus depends several inches across. Following are Extraordinary
on the garment, but is fixed regarding the magical effects:
wearer.
61-75 Dress of Concealment: 01-09 Chastity Belt of Cursed
Whenever a female wears this dress, she may Impregnation: This cursed chastity belt will
conceal objects between her breasts. Re- immediately and magically impregnate any
gardless of the size of her breasts or the fit woman who wears it. Worse, in a world
of the dress, the wearer may hide an object where male children are desired, the child
no longer than 5 feet or no thicker than 12 will be female.
inches in circumference. 10-18 Chastity Belt of Impreg-
76-100 Dress of Seduction: nation: This cursed chastity belt will imme-
Whenever a female wears this dress, a bo- diately and magically impregnate any woman
nus of 1d10 SP is granted to any Seduction who wears it.
skill checks. The bonus depends on the gar- 19-27 Chastity Belt of Steriliza-
ment, but is fixed regarding the wearer. tion: This cursed chastity belt will immedi-
ately and permanently sterilize any woman

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who wears it.
28-36 Cursed Girdle of Con-
striction: When worn, this belt magically
tightens itself around the waist of the wearer.
This constriction saps (1d100)% of the
Physical Fitness and Strength of the wearer.
This belt can be removed only by a charac-
ter with a Strength of 400 or greater. Oth-
erwise, it may be cut off, and risk of damage
to the wearer must be considered.
37-45 Cursed Girdle of Famine:
When worn, this belt causes the wearer to
lose all desire to eat or drink. The effect of
this belt is similar to the spell entitled Be-
stow Loss of Appetite (see Chap. 12: Spells).
The wearer is able to remove it whenever
desired. Though the wearer does not desire
to eat while wearing the belt, extreme hun-
ger will overwhelm them upon removing it.

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 46-54 Cursed Girdle of Gelation: 73-81 Girdle of Girth: Whoso-
Whosoever wears this belt will lose 1d10 LP ever wears this belt will seem as though their
per round as their blood freezes. Once all whole body is much thicker than it is. While
LP are lost, the wearer’s heart freezes and wearing this belt, other characters react as
death replaces life. As the belt is fastened, though the wearer has a Strength that is
the wearer must pass an Intuition sub-abil- (1d100)% higher than it is. By degree, each
ity check at TH 17 to remove the belt. Oth- Girdle of Girth is different.
erwise, the wearer becomes a slave to the 82-90 Girdle of Strength: When
belt and is compelled to dramatically play worn, this belt grants the wearer an increase
god. The wearer may choose which god to of (1d100)% in their Strength sub-ability. By
impersonate. Any character wearing this belt degree, each Girdle of Strength is different.
is immune to fire. 91-100 Girdle of Weakness: When
55-63 Girdle of Bodily Attrac- worn, this belt saps (1d100)% of the
tiveness: Whosoever wears this belt will Strength sub-ability of the wearer. By de-
seem as though their waist is much thinner gree, each Girdle of Weakness is different.
than it is. While wearing this belt, other char-
acters react as though the wearer has a Bodily
Attractiveness that is (1d100)% higher than
it is. By degree, each Girdle of Bodily At-
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tractiveness is different.
64-72 Girdle of the Gem: The
center of the front of this belt bears a gem.
Consult Chapter 14: Treasure to determine the
type and size of the gem. As long as this
gem remains intact and undamaged, it re-
tains 1d4 Ordinary magical effects, which the
wearer may use by rubbing on the gem with
a finger. If the belt is not worn, then rub-
bing the gem does not produce a magical
effect. If it has multiple magical effects, then
the effect is selected randomly each time
enacted.

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 Apparel, Gloves Apparel, Robes
Gloves are fashioned of leather or cloth. A A robe is a long, loose, outer garment cut in
glove is fitted to a hand and may protect it from flowing lines and used for ordinary wear by both
harm or cold. Both gloves must be worn for magi- males and females. Following are Extraordinary
cal effects to occur, unless otherwise stated. magical effects:

01-20 Cursed Gloves of Self- 01-09 Poison Robe of the Hid-

Strangulation: Whosoever wears these den Flame: This robe is dark-golden in
gloves must pass a Common Sense sub-abil- color, and while the wearer will not detect
ity check at TH 17 or attempt to strangle anything until fully worn, this robe will both
themselves into unconsciousness for 3d10 poison the victim (Health TH of 18 or die)
rounds. Upon awakening, another Common and burn their marrow with an invisible fire
Sense check must be made to refrain from (1d8 LP damage per round worn).
self-strangulation. Once worn, the wearer 10-18 Robe of Chaos: Whoso-
will resist all attempts to remove the gloves. ever wears this robe experiences an increase
21-40 Gloves of Hand-Eye Co- of 1d1000 MP in, and only in, chaos magic.
ordination: Whosoever wears these gloves This robe does not affect a character who is
notices that they conform closely to the incapable of casting magic. By degree, each
wearer’s hands and magically increase Hand- Robe of Chaos differs.

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Eye Coordination by (1d100)%. By degree, 19-27 Robe of Mysterious Erec-
each pair of Gloves of Hand-Eye Coordi- tions: Whosoever wears this robe will ex-
nation differ. perience an erection that lasts as long as the
41-60 Gloves of Odium: Whoso- robe is worn. If the wearer is male, then
ever wears these gloves will experience an the Manhood of the wearer will become
increase of 1d100 points in their choleric erect and protrude forth with might; the
temperament. This may cause a change in erection of the male will be obvious to any
temperament. Typically, this increase results character who sees the wearer regardless of
in hostility toward others. the size of the Manhood. If the wearer is
61-80 Gloves of Spanking: Who- female, then the nipples of the wearer will
soever wears these gloves will be compelled become erect and be clearly visible through
to spank the rump of a member of the op- the robe; the erect nipples will be obvious
posite sex who has a Bodily Attractiveness to any character who sees the wearer regard-
of at least 130. To resist the urge to spank, less of the size of the nipple. What is mys-
the wearer must pass a Drive sub-ability terious about these erections, aside from the
check at TH 21. Otherwise, the wearer will fact that they occur while the robe is worn,
be dissatisfied until they have spanked 1d10 is that the wearer is completely unaware of
times with (1d100)% of their possible force. being erect.
81-100 Gloves of Strangulation: 28-36 Robe of Reading: Whoso-
Whosoever wears these gloves must pass a ever wears this robe will be able to read any
Common Sense sub-ability check at TH 17 language. The wearer will be unable to speak
or attempt to strangle the first creature seen or write in the observed language. How-
with a neck. Once worn, the wearer will ever, whatever is written will be read and
resist all attempts to remove the gloves. understood by the wearer.
37-45 Robe of Realization:
Whosoever wears this robe will be able to
realize the actions of a character 1 round
before they occur.

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 46-54 Robe of Redundancy: Armor, Barding
Whosoever wears this robe will continuously
Barding is armor for a horse. If the magical
speak about the most scholarly topic that
effect is Ordinary, then roll 1d100 and consult the
interests them. Worse, the wearer will re-
following table:
peat every sentence 1d10 times, but seem to
be unaware of the redundancy. The wearer Roll Barding
will speak to any character who will listen. 1 -3 3 Ca pa ri son
When no character will listen, the wearer will 3 4 -6 6 Ca pa ri son w/Cha i nma i l
talk aloud to themselves. 6 7 -9 7 Cha i nma i l , 4 -i n-1
98 Cha mfron
55-63 Robe of Reflection: Who-
99 Cri ne t
soever wears this robe will experience an in- 100 Cr uppe r
crease by (1d100)% in their Reflection sub-
ability. By degree, each Robe of Reflection The type of barding for Extraordinary ef-
is different. fects will be specified for each listing. Following are
64-72 Robe of Religion: Whoso- Extraordinary magical effects:
ever wears this robe will experience an in-
crease of 1d100 PP. By degree, each Robe 01-50 Caparison of Endurace:
of Religion is different. Whenever a horse wears this armor, the
73-81 Robe of Repentance: horse will never become fatigued or need
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Whosoever wears this robe will declare that rest.

they have sinned against the gods. The 51-100 Chainmail of Crippling:
wearer will approach any character who will Whenever a horse that wears this armor kicks
listen and plead for their forgiveness and a character, the kicked character must pass a
knowledge of how to repent properly to the Health sub-ability check at TH 20 or become
gods. When the wearer is asked how they crippled and lame, fall down, and become
sinned, the wearer will admit to hubris. Since unable to stand again.
the wearer believes they are better than all
the gods, the wearer has offended each of
them.
82-90 Robe of Rooting: Whoso-
ever wears this robe may cause tree roots to
burst forth from the ground, wrap entirely
around the wearer, and hold them fast. The
wearer may enact and dismiss this effect once
per day at will. Although fully covered, the
wearer is still able to breathe through the
roots. While covered, the wearer is unable
to be touched, unless 3,000 IP of damage
occurs to the same location on the roots.
91-100 Robe of Rudeness: Who-
soever wears this robe will be rude to any
character who addresses them. Roll 1d6 to
determine the wearer’s response. The wearer
will either (1-2) sneer, (3-4) walk away, or (5-
6) verbally accost whoever addresses them.

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Armor, Helmets Armor, Light
A helmet is armor designed to protect the If the magical effect is Ordinary, then roll
head. If the magical effect is Ordinary, then roll 1d100 and consult the following table:
1d100 and consult the following table:
Roll Light A r m or
0 1 -0 5 Ar mi ng Ca p
Roll He lm e t
0 6 -1 0 Bra c e rs, Le a the r
0 1 -1 0 He l m, Coni c a l
1 1 -2 0 Bra c e rs, Ste e l
1 1 -2 0 He l m, Coni c a l w/c he e k gua rds
2 1 -3 0 He l m, Coni c a l w/fa c e gua rd
2 1 -4 0 Ga mbe son
3 1 -4 0 He l m, Coni c a l w/na sa l gua rd 4 1 -6 0 Le a the r, Studde d
4 1 -5 0 He l m, Gl a di a tori a l 6 1 -1 0 0 Le a the r
5 1 -6 0 He l m, Gre a t
The type of light armor for Extraordinary
6 1 -7 0 He l m, Ri bbe d
7 1 -8 0 He l m, Spa nge n w/c he e k gua rds
effects will be specified for each listing. Following
8 1 -9 0 He l m, Spa nge n w/fa c e gua rd are Extraordinary magical effects:
9 1 -1 0 0 He l m, Spa nge n w/na sa l gua rd
01-100 Gambeson of Graphic
The type of helmet for Extraordinary ef- Gore: Whosoever wears this gambeson will
fects will be specified for each listing. Following are cause Graphic Gore upon each successful

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Extraordinary magical effects: attack.

01-33 Great Helm of Low-Light

Vision: Whosoever wears this helm be-
comes able to see in Low-Light Vision
(LLV). For more information on LLV, see
Vision in Chapter 2: Body. Vision in daylight
is impaired.
34-66 Spangenhelm of Bug-
bears: Whosoever wears this helm at night
must attempt to enter an unknown commu-
nity, enter the home of a sleeping family, kill
the father and any males, and ravish the fe-
males. This spangenhelm has a face guard.
If the helm is worn during daylight, then
the wearer is not compelled to raid.
67-100 The Black Helm: This
magical item is unique, made by
cacodaemons, and related to the Black Spear.
When a character picks up the Black Helm,
they will notice that it has no weight. While
worn, the Black Helm grants protection
equal to twice that of a platemail suit to the
entire body of the wearer. The wearer is fully
unencumbered, except for other posses-
sions. Also, while wearing the Black Helm,
the wearer is protected from Air, Earth,
Ether, Fire, and Water as per the greater
protection spells (see Chap. 12: Spells).

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 Armor, Medium Armor, Heavy
If the magical effect is Ordinary, then roll If the magical effect is Ordinary, then roll
1d100 and consult the following table: 1d100 and consult the following table:

Roll He avy A r m or
Roll M e dium A r m or
0 1 -0 2 Arti c ul a te d Ar ms
0 1 -0 5 Ba nde d Ma i l
0 6 -1 0 Bri ga ndi ne 0 3 -0 4 Arti c ul a te d Le gs
1 1 -1 5 Cha i nma i l c oi f (4 -i n-1 ) 0 5 -7 9 Bre a stpl a te a nd Ba c k pl a te
1 6 -2 0 Cha i nma i l ha ube rk (4 -i n-1 ) 8 0 -8 1 Gorge t
2 1 -2 5 Cha i nma i l c ha usse s (4 -i n-1 ) 82 Gre a v e s
2 6 -3 0 Cha i nma i l c oi f (6 -i n-1 ) 83 Musc l e Ma i l
3 1 -3 5 Cha i nma i l ha ube rk (6 -i n-1 ) 8 4 -8 5 Pa ul drons
3 6 -4 0 Cha i nma i l c ha usse s (6 -i n-1 ) 8 6 -8 7 Pl a te ma i l Sui t
4 1 -4 5 Cha i nma i l sui t (4 -i n-1 ) 88 Pl a te ma i l Sui t, Ce re moni a l
4 6 -6 5 Cha i nma i l sui t (6 -i n-1 ) 8 9 -9 0 Sa ba tons
6 6 -7 0 Cha i nma i l wi th bre a stpl a te 9 1 -1 0 0 Se gme nte d
7 1 -7 5 La me l l a r
7 6 -8 0 Sc a l e ma i l , Bra ss
The type of heavy armor for Extraordinary
8 1 -8 5 Sc a l e ma i l , Bra ss a nd Iron
effects will be specified for each listing. Following
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8 6 -9 0 Sc a l e ma i l , Bronze
9 1 -9 5 Sc a l e ma i l , Iron are Extraordinary magical effects:
9 6 -1 0 0 Sc a l e ma i l , Ste e l
01-100 Platemail of the Preux:
Whosoever dons this suit of armor will be-
The type of medium armor for Extraordi-
have in accordance with all commandments
nary effects will be specified for each listing. Fol-
and tenets of the code of chivalry (see Chiv-
lowing are Extraordinary magical effects:
alry in Chap. 6: Sociality), even if the wearer
has other values. The wearer behaves natu-
01-100 Chainmail of Chivalry:
rally once this armor is removed. Once a
Whosoever dons this suit of armor will be-
character wears this armor, they will not
have in accordance with all commandments
notice a difference in their behavior.
and tenets of the code of chivalry (see Chiv-
alry in Chap. 6: Sociality), even if the wearer
has other values. The wearer behaves natu-
rally once this armor is removed. Once a
character wears this armor, they will not
notice a difference in their behavior. Roll
1d10 to determine if this suit is (1-5) 4-in-1
or (6-10) 6-in1.

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Armor, Shields Canes
If the magical effect is Ordinary, then roll A cane is a short staff used as an aid in walk-
1d100 and consult the following table: ing, often called a walking stick. Canes are often
used for flogging. Following are Extraordinary magi-
Roll Shie ld cal effects:
0 1 -0 5 Buc k l e r, Ste e l
0 6 -1 5 Buc k l e r, Wood 01-33 Cane of Charity: Whenever
1 6 -2 0 Shi e l d, Body touched, this cane inspires the toucher to
2 1 -3 0 Shi e l d, Ki te , Wood ask others for charity. A Drive sub-ability
3 1 -3 5 Shi e l d, He a te r, Ste e l
check at TH 20 must be passed to be unaf-
3 6 -4 0 Shi e l d, He a te r, Wood
fected. Otherwise, the holder of the cane
4 1 -4 5 Shi e l d, Round, Bronze
4 6 -6 5 Shi e l d, Round, Ste e l
will lie prolifically in order to acquire contri-
6 6 -1 0 0 Shi e l d, Round, Wood butions from others.
34-67 Cane of Combat: Whenever
The type of shield for Extraordinary effects touched, this cane inspires the toucher to
will be specified for each listing. Following are Ex- desire to use the cane combatively, to flog
traordinary magical effects: the nearest creature. A Drive sub-ability
check must be passed at TH 18 to be unaf-

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01-100 Shield of Intuition: Who- fected.
soever reads the chant inscribed on the in- 68-100 Cane of Unchastity:
side of this shield will be protected by it until Whenever touched, this cane inspires the
a different character reads the chant. This toucher to desire to repeatedly insert the
is a round shield made of steel, though the cane in 1 of their own orifices, selected ran-
handle seems to be missing. This shield is domly, for sexual pleasure. A Drive sub-abil-
not meant to be held, but protects whatever ity check must be passed at TH 21 to be
it deems to be the greatest weakness of the unaffected.
character at the moment by hovering within
1 foot of the latest character to read the
chant, who becomes master or mistress of Household Items, Bags
the shield. When the master or mistress is A bag is a container made of flexible mate-
not being attacked, the shield hovers behind rial, closed on all sides except for 1 opening. Fol-
them, protecting their back. The shield lowing are Extraordinary magical effects:
never interferes with the movement of the
character, and it can move itself around the 01-25 Bag of the Blackhearted:
body of the master or mistress with amaz- Whosoever opens this bag loses all morality.
ing speed. The shield cannot anticipate an 26-50 Bag of Blood: Whosoever
attack unknown to the master or mistress. opens this bag will find that it is filled with
It seems tied to the Intuition or awareness blood. If drank fully, then the blood will
of the master or mistress. Each attack made heal all wounds and reappear in the bag.
by a foe against the master or mistress, and 51-75 Bag of Tricks: Whosoever
known by the master or mistress, is protected opens this bag must consult Appendix 3: Ran-
by the shield if the character passes an Intu- dom Magical Effects.
ition sub-ability check at TH 6. The shield 76-100 Bag of Wind: Whosoever
can absorb 3d1000 IP of damage before it opens this bag releases a gust of wind from
loses its magical power, and is physically use- the bag. The wind will be hot air and have
less as well. no substance.

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 Household Items, Beads Household Items, Brooms
Beads are small and often round pieces of A broom is a bundle of firm, stiff plant
stone, glass, shell, wood, metal, or other material shoots or twigs bound tightly together usually on a
that is pierced for threading on a string or wire. long handle and used for sweeping and brushing.
Following are Extraordinary magical effects: Following are Extraordinary magical effects:

01-50 Anal Beads: Whosoever 01-25 Animated Broomstick:

possesses these beads may wear them around This broomstick will sweep any dirt on a
their neck as a necklace, but whenever the floor into the northernmost corner. This
wearer becomes sexually excited, these beads broomstick functions autonomously. The
compel the wearer to push them into the broomstick only functions in 1 room that is
anus of their partner. Slowly, the beads will designated upon creation of the magical
be pulled from their partner’s rump. A Drive broomstick.
sub-ability check at TH 20 must be passed 26-50 Broomstick of the Busy:
to be unaffected by this desire. Whosoever begins to use this broomstick
51-100 Prayer Beads: Whosoever will be unable to stop sweeping floors un-
handles these beads will be more devoted to less they pass a Drive sub-ability check at
their god, unless a Drive sub-ability check is TH 17. A check may be made hourly. Once
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passed at TH 20. If the handler is an athe- a floor has been swept clean, a nearby dirty
ist, then they are immune to this magical floor will be sought and swept. If a nearby
item. dirty floor does not exist, then the same floor
will be swept repeatedly.
61-80 Broomstick of Chamber-
Household Items, Braziers maids: This broomstick only functions
magically in the hands of a character who is
A brazier is a pan for holding burning coals.
a chambermaid by occupation. Whenever a
It is a cooking utensil in which food is exposed to
chambermaid begins to use this broomstick,
heat. Braziers are usually made of brass. Following
it will clean the entire floor to perfection
are Extraordinary magical effects:
for her merely by her touching it to the dirty
floor. Next, she must touch the location
01-50 Brazier of Bloodlessness:
with the broomstick where she wants the
This brazier will consume all blood inside it.
dirt to be deposited. Otherwise, her mind
In fact, this brazier feeds on, and is empow-
will become dirty, and she will attempt to
ered by, blood. If food is placed in it, then
seduce the owner of the floor.
the food will be cooked instantly only if it
81-100 Broomstick of Flight:
contains blood. Once cooked, no blood will
When held between the legs of a character,
remain. If a living creature directly touches
this broom will support 1d1000 pounds in
the inside of the brazier, then they will in-
weight. The broom must be held firmly, but
stantly feel a horrible and strange sensation,
it will move according to the thought of the
and must pass both a Reaction Speed and
holder. The broomstick can fly only twice
Common Sense sub-ability check at TH 17
as fast as the character can run when unen-
or be instantly drained of blood, dead, and
cumbered.
cooked.
51-100 Brazier of Burning: This
brazier will immediately be filled with coals
and ignite upon speaking a chant that is de-
termined at the creation of this magical item.

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Household Items, Candles Household Items, Cauldrons
A candle is a long, slender, cylindrical mass A cauldron is a large kettle or boiler. Fol-
of wax containing a wick of loosely twisted threads. lowing are Extraordinary magical effects:
When burned, a candle yields light. Following are
Extraordinary magical effects: 01-33 Cauldron of Catastrophy:
When a stew is brewed, a storm is produced.
01-16 Candle of Cache: Whoso- The storm will be powerful enough to level
ever lights this candle will be able to see a castle. This cauldron functions only once
normally by its light. However, no other per decade. The storm will level 1d20 square
character in the vicinity will see the candle miles. It will appear randomly within 1d100
or its light. miles of the cauldron. The storm will en-
17-32 Candle of Carnivorism: dure for 2d6 days. Any creature within the
Whosoever has light cast upon them from storm will experience 1d1000 LP of dam-
this candle must pass a Drive sub-ability age per round.
check at TH 20 or they need to consume 34-66 Cauldron of Childbirth:
and digest insects in order to receive nour- Whosoever drinks or eats from this cauldron
ishment for the rest of their life. will become pregnant (if female), or impreg-
33-48 Candle of Casting: Who- nate the next female with whom they copu-

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soever has light cast upon them from this late. The number of times the food or drink
candle must pass a Drive sub-ability check is swallowed affects the type of child born.
at TH 20 or begin casting spells, if able. If a homosexual male swallows, then they
Once affected, a character will continue to gag to death. Roll 1d100 to determine the
cast spells as long as this candle burns. number of swallows.
49-64 Candle of Combat: Who-
soever sees another due to the light of this Roll Re s ult
candle will be compelled to combat them if 0 1 -1 0 Ma l e c hi l d
a Drive sub-ability check is failed at TH 20. 1 1 -2 0 Fe ma l e c hi l d
If failed, then the character will attempt 2 1 -3 0 Re ta rd
combat until the candle expires or is extin- 3 1 -4 0 Ge ni us
guished. 4 1 -5 0 Ma ss murde re r
65-80 Candle of Copulation: 5 1 -6 0 Future k i ng/que e n
6 1 -7 0 Athl e te
Whosoever sees another due to the light of
7 1 -8 0 Fa t sl ob
this candle will be compelled to copulate with
8 1 -9 0 Sti l l born
them if a Drive sub-ability check is failed at 9 1 -1 0 0 Son of a ra ndom god/godde ss
TH 20. If failed, then the character will at-
tempt copulation until the candle expires or 67-100 Cauldron of the Con-
is extinguished. tinuum: 3 elves must be murdered, dismem-
81-100 Candle of Corruption: bered, and placed in the cauldron. Once
Whosoever has light cast upon them from the tasty are brought to a boil, they must be
this candle permanently loses 1d20 points fully devoured by a single character within 2
of morality regarding their disposition. days. Thereafter, the cannibalistic character
must roll 1d100. If the result is from 91-
100, then the cannibalistic character becomes
immortal for 1d100 days, with 1 exception.
If the ‘immortal’ character is decapitated,
then they die.

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 Household Items, Censers Household Items, Chalices
A censer is a covered incense burner swung A chalice is a drinking cup with a handle
on chains in a religious ritual. Following are Ex- beneath it. It is a sacrament in religious rituals.
traordinary magical effects: Following are Extraordinary magical effects:

01-20 Censer of Creation: Who- 01-16 Chalice of Cannibalism:

soever inhales the smoke from this censer Whosoever drinks from this chalice must
will cause the creation of an ally to further pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH 21 or
their religion’s cause. The created ally will permanently become a cannibal. This chal-
be a clone of the inhaler, except that they ice functions only once per character. If
will have no interest in anything other than the chalice is destroyed, then its effects do
the religious cause. If this censer was not lit not disappear. If a character who is made a
as part of a religious ceremony, then the cre- cannibal by this chalice eats or drinks from
ated ally will attempt to kill the inhaler(s), anything other than a character of their own
steal the censer, establish an immoral cer- race, then they will violently puke and not
emony, and use the censer to create an army. feel satisfied.
Once a created ally completes their task, they 17-32 Chalice of Charging:
vanish. Whosoever drinks the blood of another
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21-40 Censer of Creeping from this chalice will feel charged and expe-
Death: Whosoever lights this censer will rience a temporary increase of 1d20 Life
creep across the land and attempt to kill the Points for 1d100 rounds. This temporary
first-born man of the first family they find. increase may exceed the maximum natural
Thereafter, they will begin to like feminine LP of the character for this duration. This
music, but seem convinced it is masculine. chalice functions only once per character per
41-60 Censer of Counter-Cas- year.
tration: If this censer is lit, then the genita- 33-48 Chalice of Charm: Who-
lia of any male within 1d100 feet will not be soever drinks from this chalice will be
harmed by any weapons as long as the cen- charmed by whosoever filled the chalice. A
ser remains smoking. charmed character will feel great affection
61-80 Censer of Purification: toward them and attempt to help, though
Whosoever inhales the smoke from this cen- will not act stupidly. It is impossible to be
ser is absolved of 1 sin in the eyes of their charmed by yourself with this device.
god. However, this effect functions only 49-64 Chalice of Cheer: Whoso-
once per character per year. Once absolved ever drinks from this chalice will experience
of a sin, the inhaler will feel more religious a permanent increase of 1d100 points of
and has gained 1d10 PP. Sanguine temperament. This chalice func-
81-100 Censer of Wisdom: Who- tions only once per character.
soever inhales the smoke from this censer 65-80 Chalice of Choking: Who-
gains 1d10 points in Wisdom; all sub-abili- soever drinks from this chalice must pass a
ties of Wisdom receive that same amount. Health sub-ability check at TH 21 or choke
Each censer has a different amount, but all to death.
characters inhaling from the same censer 81-100 Chalice of Chuntering:
receive the same bonus. Inhalers retain their Whosoever drinks from this chalice must
bonus for 1d10 hours. pass a Common Sense sub-ability check at
TH 17 or talk in a low and inarticulate voice
for 1d10 hours. During this time, the char-
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Household Items, Chess Sets Household Items, Coins
Chess is a game of ancient origin for 2 played A coin is a piece of metal certified by a mark
on a chessboard on which each player moves their upon it as being of a specific intrinsic or exchange
chessmen according to fixed types of movements value. Coins are often circulated by a governmental
for each across the board in such as way as to check- authority to serve as lawful money. Following are
mate the foe’s king. Following are Extraordinary Extraordinary magical effects:
magical effects:
01-50 Coin of Calamity: Whoso-
01-50 Chess Set of Chastity: If ever flips this coin will experience 1 of 2
a female plays a game of chess on this board things. If ‘heads’ results, then the character
and wins against a foe who broke her hy- who flipped it instantly loses their head and
men, then her hymen will be restored and dies. If ‘tails’ results, then the character loses
she will seem to be re-flowered. their tail. If they have no tail, then loss is
51-100 Chess Set of Kings: The not experienced.
pieces of this chess set resist all players who 51-100 Coin of Corruption: Who-
attempt to move them, unless the player is a soever spends this coin on anything that can
king by birth. be purchased with this single coin will be-
come corrupted by the purchase and lose

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1d100 Ethical and 1d100 Moral Points.
Household Items, Chests
A chest is a container for storage. Usually, it
is a box with a hinged lid, especially for the safe-
keeping of valuables or the storing of tools or be-
longings. Following are Extraordinary magical ef-
fects:

01-50 Bottomless Chest: This

chest has an infinite space inside. Anything
placed within will be lost forever to any char-
acter who does not speak the chant inscribed
on the underneath side of the chest. The
chant must be spoken when the character
reaches into the darkness of the box to re-
trieve an item. The dimensions of this chest
are always 3’ x 4’ x 5’. Nothing can be placed
within it that exceeds these dimensions. The
chest weighs 1 pound but appears to be made
of solid wood. The chest may be locked
and unlocked by speaking a chant that is in-
scribed on the inside lip of the lid.
51-100 Chest of Chests: Whoso-
ever opens this chest will experience a
growth of their own chest by 1 Cup Size.
This growth is permanent, but may only
happen once per chest per character.

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 Household Items, Dice Household Items, Flagons
Dice are usually small cubes of ivory, wood, A flagon is a vessel for liquid or liquor. Fol-
or bone that are marked distinctively on each face. lowing are Extraordinary magical effects:
Most often, dice have 6 sides and are used in gam-
bling. Dice are shaken and rolled or thrown to come 01-33 Flagon of Flogging: Who-
to rest at random on a flat surface. Dice do not soever drinks from this flagon must roll
have to be square and may have more or less sides. 1d100. If they roll 51-100, then they must
Following are Extraordinary magical effects: flog themselves into unconsciousness. If
they roll 01-50, then they must flog the first
01-33 Dice of Damnation: These character they see into unconsciousness who
are 2 dice that are always 6-sided and white, is not drinking.
being carved of the knuckles of an anakim. 34-67 Flagon of Forgetfulness:
The pips on the sides of the dice are ap- Whosoever drinks from this flagon will for-
plied and may be any color, but are usually get everything within the last 1d100 days.
black. Whosoever rolls these dice must reroll 68-100 Flagon of Fullness: When-
their disposition (see Chap. 4: Disposition). ever this flagon is filled with a liquid or li-
These dice function only once per charac- quor, it will always remain full regardless of
ter. how much the imbiber drinks. However, if
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34-67 Dice of Deceit: These are even a drop is spilled in any manner, then a
2 dice that are always 6-sided and black, be- magical and angry black dwarf will appear
ing carved of the knuckles of the luckiest and attempt to chop the imbiber in 2 pieces
menstruating trollop. The pips on the sides with his axe. The magical black dwarf will
of the dice are colored white. Whosoever have 350 LP, but is average in all other re-
rolls these dice will achieve whatever spects, and wields a footman’s battle axe.
number(s) they desire upon rolling.
68-100 Dice of Disappointment:
These dice may be of any color or shape.
Whosoever rolls these dice will achieve re-
sults opposite to those desired upon rolling.

Household Items, Figurines

A figurine is a small carved or molded fig-
ure. Following are Extraordinary magical effects:

01-50 Figurine of Fatness: If this

figurine is placed within the bedroom of a
character, then their weight will permanently
increase by 5% every time they sleep in that
room.
51-100 Figurine of the Forsaken:
If this figurine is placed within the dwelling
of a character, then all others will forsake
them, such as avoiding or disinheriting them.

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Household Items, Goblets Household Items, Incense
A goblet is a bowl-shaped cup or drinking Incense is material used to produce a fra-
vessel without handles and sometimes footed and grant odor when burned. Unless stated otherwise,
covered. Following are Extraordinary magical ef- each unit of incense will burn for 1 hour before
fects: being consumed. Following are Extraordinary magi-
cal effects:
01-33 Goblet of God: Whosoever
drinks from this goblet will experience an 01-20 Incense of Ice: Whosoever
increase of 1d100 Piety Points. This effect lights this incense will cause everything that
functions only once per character. the smoke touches, as determined by the
34-67 Goblet of Gore: Whoso- Aedile, to become frozen, except for the
ever drinks from this goblet will hallucinate character and their immediate possessions
with 80% believability that every character who lit the incense. If the smoke touches a
seen for the next 3d10 rounds is covered in living creature, then the creature must pass
blood and gore. a Health sub-ability check at TH 18 or be-
68-100 Goblet of Greed: Whoso- come frozen solid, and therefore dead. This
ever drinks from this goblet will be com- incense functions only once. The fragrance
pelled to steal anything from any character of this incense smells like the fart of a polar

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under any circumstance as long as it has an bear.
obvious value exceeding 10 silver pieces. 21-40 Incense of Infanticide:
This effect functions only once per charac- Whosoever lights this incense will cause all
ter. infants, even unborn, within 1d100 yards to
die instantly. The fragrance of this incense
smells like green baby dung.
Household Items, Hourglasses 41-60 Incense of Intelligence:
Whosoever inhales smoke from this incense
An hourglass is an instrument for measur-
will experience an increase of 1d10 points
ing time. An hourglass consists of a glass vessel
in their Intelligence ability; therefore, these
having 2 symmetrical compartments of which a
points apply to the corresponding sub-abili-
quantity of sand occupies an hour in running
ties as well. This benefit lasts for 1d10 min-
through a small aperture from the upper to the lower
utes.
compartment. Following are Extraordinary magi-
61-80 Incense of Intoxication:
cal effects:
Whosoever lights this incense must pass an
Intoxication check at TH 21 (see the Health
01-50 Hourglass of Haste: Who-
sub-ability) or become inebriated as though
soever turns over this hourglass will be able
they drank 3d6 tankards of beer. The fra-
to perform any function, including Sprint-
grance of this incense smells like the belch
ing, at twice the speed until the sand ceases
of a drunk kobold who has not brushed their
to fall within the hourglass. This hourglass
teeth in weeks.
functions only once per character per day.
81-100 Incense of Ire: Whosoever
51-100 Hourglass of Hugeness:
inhales the smoke from this incense will be-
Whosoever turns over this hourglass will be-
come filled with ire for 1d10 hours. Any
come twice their height, 3 times their
event during this time that may be even
Strength, and 4 times their weight until the
loosely construed as irritating will incite this
sand ceases to fall within the hourglass. This
character to violence for 1d10 rounds. The
hourglass functions only once per character
fragrance of this incense smells like burnt
per day.
flesh.

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 Household Items, Jars Household Items, Maps
A jar is a rigid container having a A map is a drawing or other representation
wide mouth and often no neck, made typically of that is usually made on a flat surface and that shows
earthenware or glass. Following are Extraordinary the whole or a part of an area. Following are Ex-
magical effects: traordinary magical effects:

01-50 Jar of Jacking-Off: When- 01-50 Map of Misfortune: Who-

ever a male opens this jar, they must pass a soever attempts to follow this map will no-
Drive sub-ability check at TH 21 or be com- tice that the map changes after they have
pelled to force their Manhood into the jar. progressed half-way to their destination. The
Once inside, the jar will inexplicably grip it path they had taken is also changed.
firmly and jerk it to completion, even against 51-100 Map of the Miser: Each
the will of the opener. Upon completion, day that this map is read, it leads to new trea-
the cummer must roll 3d10. If the results sure. This map never leads to treasure worth
are 03-08, then the jar becomes pregnant. more than 10 silver pieces.
If the jar is pregnant, then it will not allow
itself to be opened again, but will care for
the fetus within, which will be heard scream- Household Items, Mirrors
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ing by others within 1d100 feet day and night.

A mirror is a polished or smooth substance
After 9 months of fetal torture, the child
that forms images by the reflection of light. The
will be born and the jar will break.
most common use for a mirror is when a female
If the jar is broken during its preg-
attempts to maximize her Facial Charisma. Follow-
nancy, then the dying and twitching fetus will
ing are Extraordinary magical effects:
explode after 1d6 rounds of twitching. The
explosion will cause 1d4 LP of sonic dam-
01-15 Mirror of Addition: Who-
age to all within 1d4 miles. Baby parts are
soever looks at themselves in this mirror
inexplicably everywhere.
acquires a random body part. To determine
When born, the baby will be Unethi-
the body part, consult the Body Part Pro-
cal Immoral, will serve the father loyally, will
portion table (see Chap. 2: Body). Once the
obsessively collect jars, and seem to be male
added body part is determined, reroll on the
but have no Manhood, but oversized tes-
table to determine where it is attached. Oth-
ticles, which can never ejaculate. Therefore,
erwise, fine details will be determined by the
this child will be forever frustrated. Any child
Aedile. If a character acquires another head,
of a jar will insist that others call them
then the new head will have the same Intel-
“Chucky.”
ligence, Wisdom, and memories of the origi-
51-100 Jovial Jar: Whosoever opens
nal, but it has a randomly determined dis-
this jar will hear a faint laugh from within it.
position and temperament. The Aedile must
Upon examining the inside of the jar, noth-
determine what is an appropriate addition
ing that could produce a laugh will be found.
of BPP and LP.
If opened and the laugh is heard 3 times
For example, if a player rolls 01, then
within 3 minutes, then the opener will ac-
their character has acquired a left foot. Roll-
quire 3 Random Mental Illnesses (see Chap.
ing again, this player may roll 100, determin-
5: Mind).
ing that the left foot is attached to the head
of the character who looked in the mirror.
Any character may continue to look
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until the mirror is broken. Once broken, will always have an Unethical Immoral dis-
any character affected previously by it may position. Once an independent creature, it
roll 1d100. If the result is 50 or greater, will attack the original creature with the in-
then the character returns to their original tent to mutilate and kill.
and natural state. If not, then they retain 46-60 Mirror of Masturbation:
their new limbs permanently, unless they Whosoever looks into this mirror must pass
hack them off. Appropriate damage is ap- a Drive check at TH 17 or begin masturbat-
plied. ing furiously, somehow excited at the sight
16-30 Mirror of Madness: Who- of their own body, regardless of what it
soever gazes at their own reflection in this looks like. Masturbation will continue until
mirror will acquire a Random Mental Illness completion or pain.
(see Chap. 5: Mind). 61-75 Mirror of Muscularity:
31-45 Mirror of Many: Whoso- Whosoever looks into this mirror gains
ever handles this mirror must pass a Hand- 1d100 Strength sub-ability points. This gain
Eye Coordination sub-ability check at TH occurs only once per character.
22 each round. If failed, then the mirror 76-90 Mirror of Subtraction:
falls from their grasp and shatters on the Whosoever looks at themselves in this mir-
ground, even if the ground is soft. The ror loses a random body part. To deter-
mirror shatters into 5d20 shards. Each shard mine the body part, consult the Body Part

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will produce a creature who is 1/10th the Proportion table (see Chap. 2: Body). If a
height of the character who gazed into the character loses their head, then they die in-
mirror and dropped it. The little creatures stantly. If a character loses their torso, then
will appear in the exact likeness of the char- somehow they live but their body’s in pieces.
acter who dropped the mirror. Each crea- The character without a torso feels no pain.
ture will have 1/20th the LP of the character If a limb is positioned firmly on the neck,
who dropped the mirror, though never less then the character may make that limb
than 3 (for these, 1 LP is unconsciousness). twitch.
The purpose of each creature is to kill the 91-100 Mirror of Time: Whoso-
character who dropped the mirror. Other- ever looks in this mirror and recites a num-
wise, these little creatures have the original ber will see themselves at the age spoken.
character’s Dexterity, Intelligence, Wisdom, For example, if a woman looks in the mir-
memories, etc. The Strength of these little ror and speaks the number 6, then she will
creatures is 1/20th of the original character. see her counternance when she was 6 years
The Physical Fitness, Bodily Attractiveness, old. If a number is spoken and no counte-
and Health is the same as the original char- nance appears, then the character will have
acter. However, the Sprint speed is 1/10th died of natural causes by that age. How-
of the original character. ever, a character may die of unnautural
The little creatures will exist until causes at any time. The Aedile must deter-
killed or they die of natural causes. In the mine the lifespan of the character. This
meantime, they will stop at nothing to kill mirror does not function for elves. This
the original creature. The little creatures will mirror functions only 1d20 times per char-
have all the non-magical items in the imme- acter.
diate possession of the original character
when the mirror was dropped.
If a little creature crawls down the
throat of the original character, then it can
grow into a full-sized replica of the original
character within 2d10 rounds. The replica
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 Household Items, Seeds Roll Fore s t Cre ature
0 1 -1 0 Ba dge r
A seed is something from which develop-
1 1 -2 0 Be a r
ment or growth takes place. The most common
2 1 -3 0 Be a v e r
form of seeds serve to reproduce plants. Following 3 1 -4 0 Boa r
are Extraordinary magical effects: 4 1 -5 0 Fox
5 1 -6 0 O wl
01-25 Demonseed: If a character 6 1 -7 0 Ra bbi t
swallows a demonseed, then they will in- 7 1 -8 0 Squi rre l
stantly become magically pregnant. An 8 1 -9 0 Wi l d Dog
anakim will be born in 1d100 days. Upon 9 1 -1 0 0 Wol f
birth, the bearer dies.
26-50 Rapeseed of Raping: If a Oftentimes, the druid begins an anal frenzy
character swallows this seed, then they will attempting to thwart the tree. There is a 10% chance
attempt to rape the next member of the op- thereafter that the druid develops a bestiality fetish.
posite sex in sight regardless of age.
51-75 Seed of Doubt: Whosoever
plants a seed of doubt will grow a dark plant Household Items, Spinning
unknown to nature. The plant will grow
Wheels
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1d10 feet tall regardless of the quality of the

soil. The plant will grow to maturity in 1d100 A spinning wheel is a small, domestic ma-
days and will live for 1d1000 days, even with- chine for spinning yarn or thread in which a wheel
out water. When the plant is mature, it will drives a single spindle and is itself driven by hand or
lower the PP of humans within 1d1000 feet foot. Following are Extraordinary magical effects:
by 10 PP for each foot of the plant. Some-
how, those humans who lose all PP will be- 01-33 Spinning Wheel of Cadu-
lieve they are slaves. A plant of doubt will city: Whosoever uses this spinning wheel will
produce a number of seeds of doubt equal not notice that their body is aging 1 year per
to the number of feet of its height squared. 10 minutes used.
75-100 Seed of Hate: If this seed 34-67 Spinning Wheel of Spinal
is planted in front of a home of a druid, Cord Snapping: Whosoever wears a shirt
then the seed will grow into a tree of (100 + made from this spinning wheel is at risk of
1d100) feet in height and 5d20 feet in cir- having their spinal cord snapped. The shirt
cumference. This tree will grow to full height somehow emits energy in a radius of 1d100
in 3d6 days. This tree will grow regardless feet that suggests to all living creatures that
of moisture, climate, or light. This tree can- the spinal cord of the wearer needs to be
not be cut or burned down. The leaves will snapped. If a Common Sense sub-ability
be black and the veins are red. This magical check is passed at TH 21, then they will not
tree will cause all creatures, insects included, try to snap it.
within 2d100 miles to hate the druid. 68-100 Spinning Wheel of Spite-
The only way to kill a tree that re- ful Clothing: Whenever this spinning wheel
sulted from this seed is for the druid to anally is used to make clothing, the clothing is im-
copulate with a specific type of living forest bued with spite. Whosoever wears this cloth-
creature, and somehow the druid knows it. ing will perform 1d20 spiteful acts toward
The druid must ejaculate, thereby sowing a others per day of wearing the spite-imbued
seed of love. The Aedile must roll 1d100 garment.
and consult the following table:

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Household Items, Stones Household Items, Tables
A stone is a concretion of earthly or min- A table is usually made of wood. It is a flat
eral matter of igneous, sedimentary, or metamor- slab supported by 4 or more legs, or 2 trestles. The
phic origin. By definition, a stone is of indetermiate slab is usually rectangular, though it may be square,
size, ranging from a boulder to a pebble. Following circular, or another shape. Following are Extraordi-
are Extraordinary magical effects: nary magical effects:

01-33 Stone of Chucking: Once 01-50 Table of the Gourmet

per day, a character or creature may hurl this Feast: Each time an empty plate or bowl is
stone at a target with deadly accuracy; it will placed on this table, it becomes full of gour-
not miss. This stone is only 1d4 inches in met food. Though the food tastes excellent
circumference, but will always inflict 3d10 to any character, it is made from humanoid
IP or LP of pounding damage. Regardless body parts. There is a 1% chance per meal
of the amount of force put into hurling it, eaten by a character that the meal causes
the stone will always travel at 100 miles per muscular dystrophy (see Chap. 2: Body).
hour. This stone has an effective range of 51-100 Table of Force-feeding:
50 feet. Once it reaches 50 feet, the stone Upon siting down for a meal at this table,
will go no farther and falls to the ground. the table stands up on its legs and uses its

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The magical power of this stone functions other 2 legs for arms in an attempt to over-
only once per day. Upon contact, this stone bear this unfortunate sap. If sucessful, then
always causes Graphic Gore (see Chap. 10: the table will begin to force-feed its victim
Combat) to a living target. into gluttonous obilvion (death). Consult
34-67 Stone of Smiting: This the Wrestling skill in Chapter 8: Skills. The
stone is only 1 inch in circumference and table has a Strength of 160 and an Agility
may be hurled at a foe. If it hits, then the of 100. Its weight is exactly 200 lbs.
foe will not suffer damage, but will be smote
automatically to the ground (see Smiting in
Chap. 10: Combat). Each round this magi- Household Items, Urns
cally smitten foe may attempt to pass a
An urn is a vessel of various forms for pre-
Strength sub-ability check at TH 17 to stand
serving the ashes of the dead. Following are Ex-
again. The magical power of this stone func-
traordinary magical effects:
tions without restriction. The word ‘SMITE’
is carved into the stone in the magical tongue.
01-50 Ur n of Undeath:
68-100 Stone of Spermicide: This
Whomever’s ashes are placed within this urn
black stone may be rubbed across the Man-
shall rise from the urn into an undead ver-
hood of a male prior to copulation. If so
sion of their former self. The character risen
rubbed, then the female will not become
from this urn will obey any and all com-
pregnant no matter how much sperm the
mands from the urn’s possessor. The risen
male releases. This stone is (4 + 1d6) inches
character will have 80% of all original sub-
in circumference. If this stone is forced deep
abilities, LP, BPP, height, and weight.
inside the vagina, then the female will not
51-100 Urn of Unity: Whosoever
become pregnant, but it is very difficult to
murders another with their bare hands and
remove and may prevent the entire Man-
places the ashes in this urn will permanently
hood from being able to enjoy this moist
acquire the LP and any special abilities of
cavity.
the deceased creature within the urn. This
urn will unite only 3d10 creatures.

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 Household Items, Wells Jewelry, Amulets
A well is pit or hole sunk into the earth to An amulet is a charm often inscribed with a
such a depth as to reach a supply of water. Follow- spell, magical incantation, or symbol, and believed
ing are Extraordinary magical effects: to protect the wearer against evil or to aid in love or
war. Following are Extraordinary magical effects:
01-16 Well of War: Whosoever
drinks from this well will cause the next 2 01-50 Amulet of Amputation:
kingdoms named from their mouth to go Whosoever wears this amulet will cause 1
to war, even if it takes them a year to say it. amputation while engaged in combat per day.
If the same kingdom is named twice, then a An inscription inside the amulet must be
civil war will occur. This well functions once chanted for it to function. Then, the next
per year. attack will cause amputation.
17-32 Well of Weakness: Whoso- 51-100 Amulet of Asphyxiation:
ever drinks from this well suffers a perma- Whosoever wears this amulet will be
nent loss of 3d10 points of Strength. This strangled by the amulet into unconciousness
well functions only once per character. at a rate of 3 LP per round unless the amu-
33-48 Well of Whoredom: Who- let is ripped from the neck. To remove this
soever drinks from this well will instantly amulet requires a Strength of at least 175.
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change their occupation to whore. If the If a bystander wishes to aid this victim, then
drinker is male, then they will work nearly their hand(s) will also be trapped in the neck-
non-stop to be able to purchase female slaves lace unless their Strength is at least 175.
and attempt to become a brotheler. If the Please note that this could actually look like
drinker is already a whore or a brotheler, then the character coming to aid is strangling the
the well increases their AP enough for them victim himself.
to barely increase an occupational level. This
well functions once per character.
49-64 Well of Wickedness: Who- Jewelry, Anklets
soever drinks from this well experiences a
An anklet is a bracelet or a similar ornament
permanent loss of 1d100 Moral Points. This
worn around the ankle. Following are Extraordi-
well functions only once per character.
nary magical effects:
65-80 Well of Wisdom: Whoso-
ever drinks from this well experiences a per-
01-50 Anklet of Angst: Whoso-
manent increase of 3d10 points of all Wis-
ever wears this anklet will be overcome by
dom sub-abilities. This well functions once
anxiety and unable to react promptly to any-
per character.
thing because they will suffer a penalty of -
81-100 Well of the Wistless: Who-
15 to initiative. This effect is permanent until
soever drinks from this well will cause a Ran-
the anklet is removed.
dom Magical Effect to occur (see App. 3:
51-100 Anklet of Animation:
Random Magical Effects). This well functions
Whosoever wears this anklet will gain 1d10
once per character per day. Around the rim
LP. These LP are added to the wearer’s natu-
of the well, the following is engraved:
ral maximum. If the anklet is removed, then
“HEED THESE WORDS: LEAVE THIS
sickness will be felt. If the anklet is not worn
WELL.” This inscription is written in the
again within 24 hours, then 2d10 LP are per-
dominant language of the land in which the
manently lost.
well exists.

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Jewelry, Bracelets Jewelry, Brooches
A bracelet is an ornamental band, ring, or A brooch is a fastening device often of pre-
chain worn around the wrist. Following are Extraor- cious metal and decked with gems and usually with
dinary magical effects: a clasp. The most common use of a brooch is to
fasten a cloak. Following are Extraordinary magical
01-25 Bracelet of Beautification: effects:
This bracelet does not function for a male
character. Whenever a female character 1-20 Brooch of Banditry: This
wears this bracelet, she will experience an brooch functions only for a character who
increase of 1d10 points to her sub-abilities is a bandit by occupation. If a bandit wears
of Bodily Attractiveness and Facial Cha- this bronze brooch, then it will become hot
risma. around precious metals (copper, silver, or
26-50 Bracelet of Beligerent gold) and precious stones (gems). The
Boyfriends: This bracelet does not func- brooch is unable to distinguish quality, but
tion for a male character. Whenever a fe- is affected by quantity. For example, the
male character wears this bracelet, if she has brooch will become equally hot in the pres-
a boyfriend, then he will behave beligerently ence of gold or copper. The brooch must
and in an over-protective manner regarding be within 5 feet for its temperature to

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the wearer. Although to some females this change.
will seem like a curse, to many it is prefer- 21-40 Brooch of Bemonstering:
able and makes them believe that their boy- Whosoever wears this brooch will experi-
friend cares. ence a decrease of 1d10 points in the sub-
51-75 Bracelet of Bitchery: This abilities of Bodily Attractiveness and Facial
bracelet does not function for a male char- Charisma.
acter. Whenever a female character wears 41-60 Brooch of Benignity:
this bracelet, she will loudly complain and Whosoever wears this brooch will experi-
whine to all around about worthless things ence a loss of all Choleric and Melancholic
for 1d12 hours each day. If this bracelet is points regarding temperament.
worn for more than 1 month, then any male 61-80 Brooch of Brightness:
to whom she complains is 10% likely to at- Whosoever wears this brooch will be able
tempt to strangle her and pound her head to activate it once per day, emanating bright
on the ground until death. light in a cone of 50 feet in length before
76-100 Bracelet of the Bounty the character. The brightness will not ad-
Hunter: This bracelet does not function versely affect a creature, unless they have
for a character who is not a bounty hunter Low-Light Vision. An inscription on the
by occupation. Whenever a bounty hunter back of the brooch must be chanted for the
wears this bracelet, they receive visions ev- effect to occur.
ery 3d10 hours of the character whom they 81-100 Brooch of Darkness:
track. When a vision occurs, the character Whosoever wears this brooch will be able
who is being tracked will be seen by the to activate it once per day, emanating dark-
bounty hunter from an aerial view of 50 feet ness in a cone of 50 feet in length before
above the character who is being tracked. the character. Characters or creatures with
Each vision will last for 3d10 rounds. LLV will be unable to see in this darkness.
An inscription on the back of the brooch
must be chanted for the effect to occur.

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 Jewelry, Charms Jewelry, Crowns
A charm is something worn about a charac- A crown is a royal or imperial headdress or
ter to ward off evil or ensure good fortune. Fol- cap of sovereignty worn by kings, usually made of
lowing are Extraordinary magical effects: precious metals and adorned with precious stones.
Following are Extraordinary magical effects:
01-14 Charm against Intemper-
ance: This charm consists of the dried stom- 01-50 Crown of Control: Whoso-
ach of a slave who died of starvation. This ever wears this crown may literally control
charm will prevent the wearer from having any action, though not thought, of any char-
an appetite in excess of their needs. acter within 3d10 feet. This effect functions
15-28 Charm against Liars: This only when the crown is worn.
charm consists of a dried tongue that was 51-100 Crown of Cor r uption:
long enough to touch the tip of its owner’s Whosoever wears this crown will make de-
nose. This charm will prevent a character cisions only while pursuing power for them-
within 3d10 feet from lying to the owner. selves over others. The wearer of the crown
29-42 Charm of Ears: Whoso- understands that resources lead to power and
ever wears this necklace gains a bonus of seeks to acquire as many resources as pos-
3d10 to their Sound skill checks while wear- sible. In this case, absolute corruption em-
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ing it. The necklace is merely a string with powers absolutely.

1d4 dismembered ears hanging from it.
43-56 Lucky Bugbear’s Bicus-
pid Charm: A bicuspid is a tooth between Jewelry, Earrings
a character’s canine teeth and molars. For
An earring is an ear ornament with or with-
some unknown reason, most bugbears do
out a pendant attached to a pierced earlobe by a
not have bicuspids. If 1 is found, then it is
loop of wire. Following are Extraordinary magical
deemed to have magical properties of luck.
effects:
This charm will bestow good luck in the
form of a + 2 bonus to all die rolls on the
01-25 Earrings of Ecstasy: Who-
behalf of the owner made by the player.
soever wears these earrings experiences an
57-70 Lucky Lip Charm: This
increase of 3d10 points in Sanguine tem-
charm consists of severed lips that have been
perament.
dried in the sun. When carried with a char-
26-50 Earrings of Evil: Whoso-
acter, these lips double the likelihood that
ever wears these earrings experiences a de-
the character will get a kiss when 1 is asked
crease of 1d20 Moral Points.
for.
51-75 Earrings of Extirpation:
71-84 Lucky Rabbit’s Foot
Whosoever wears these earrings may cause
Charm: This charm will bestow good luck
the eyes of a character touched to fall out
in the form of a + 1 bonus to all die rolls on
of their sockets as if plucked. This power
the behalf of the owner made by the player.
functions once per day at will. The target
85-100 Necklace of Char m
will be blinded.
Stones: This necklace consists of a leather
76-100 Earrings of Extravasa-
strip with 20 stone beads, each correspond-
tion: Whosoever wears these earrings may
ing to a sub-ability. If the proper bead, and
force a random bodily fluid to erupt from
only the proper bead, is held while an ability
the mouth of a character touched. Roll 1d4
check is made, then a + 1 bonus is applied
to determine the fluid: (1) blood, (2) bile,
to the check.
(3) urine, (4) stomach acid.

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Jewelry, Lockets Jewelry, Necklaces
A locket is a small and often ornate case usu- A necklace is a string of beads or other small
ally of precious metal having space for a momento, objects such as precious stones that is worn about
such as a lock of hair, and worn typically suspended the neck as an ornament. However, a necklace may
from a chain. Following are Extraordinary magical also be a chain or band of metal that is specially
effects: decorated. Following are Extraordinary magical ef-
fects:
01-33 Locket of Lard: Whoso-
ever wears this locket will gain 10% of their 01-16 Necklace of Nether-Nap-
weight. Roll 1d100 to determine where the ping: Whosoever wears this necklace will
weight accumulates. If 01-30, then the take a nap every hour on the hour for 3d10
weight accumulates in their rump. If 31-60, minutes. During the nap, the mind of the
then the weight accumulates in their thighs. character will wander to the realm of a ran-
If 61-90 then the weight accumulates in their dom god. More than just a dream, the char-
waist. If 91-100, then the weight accumu- acter was actually there. No harm comes to
lates evenly throughout their body. the character, and all dreams are explained
34-67 Locket of Love: Whoso- by the Aedile.
ever wears this locket will deeply fall in love 17-32 Necklace of Nausea:

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with whomever’s hair is in the locket. Whosoever wears this necklace must pass a
68-100 Locket of Lust: Whoso- Health sub-ability check at TH 18 or become
ever wears this locket will sexually desire nauseated and vomit for 3d10 rounds. Even
whomever’s hair is in the locket. after the necklace is removed, the vomiting
continues for its duration.
33-48 Necklace of Necrosis:
Jewelry, Medallions Whosoever wears this necklace loses 1 LP
per round. The necklace may be removed
A medallion is a large medal worn about the
upon noticing the pain.
neck and typically suspended by a chain. A medal-
49-64 Necklace of a Nifle: Who-
lion usually symbolizes greatness. A medallion is
soever wears this necklace seems to be trivial
often inscribed with the particular type of great-
or worthless to all others. Thus, a king who
ness symbolized by the medallion. Following are
wears this necklace would seem like a peas-
Extraordinary magical effects:
ant, even to his queen.
65-80 Necklace of Niggard-
01-33 Medallion of Malice:
liness: Whosoever wears this necklace will
Whosoever wears this medallion experiences
refuse to spend money at all, and refuses to
an increase of 1d100 Choleric points regard-
grant favors. The Common Sense sub-abil-
ing temperament, is generally irritated, and
ity of the wearer increases by 1d10, and the
is relieved only during malicious acts.
wearer feels as though they are more aware
34-66 Medallion of Mammilla-
of others trying to get things from them.
tion: Whosoever wears this medallion ex-
81-100 Necklace of the Nimbus:
periences a doubling of their Nipple Length.
Whosoever wears this necklace is surrounded
67-100 Medallion of Might: Who-
by a luminous vapor, cloud, or atmosphere.
soever wears this medallion experiences an
This radiant light suggests that the wearer is
increase of 2d20 Strength sub-ability points.
glorious. Others will most likely treat the
wearer cautiously. However, the necklace
bestows no other power.

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 Jewelry, Pendants Jewelry, Rings
A pendant is an ornament that is attached A ring is an object worn around a finger,
by its upper edge and allowed to hang freely. Fol- though arm-rings are common in the north. Rings
lowing are Extraordinary magical effects: are cosmetic, not performing any useful function
other than adornment. Rings may be made from
01 Pendant of Perfection: many materials, though each ring listed herein may
Whosoever wears this pendant will have 300 have stipulations. Commonly, rings are shaped from
points in each sub-ability. metal, stone, or wood.
02-49 Pendant of Prehensility: Magical rings are rings imbued with magical
Whosoever wears this pendant may grow a effects, and the magic will not take effect unless the
prehensile tail that is (1d100)% of their ring is placed directly on a finger or toe; the ring
height and lasts for 3d10 minutes. The tail must contact the skin.
has a circumference equal to the height of Wearing more than 1 magical ring is pos-
the character in feet when it is converted to sible, though unsafe. For each magical effect in use
inches. Since the tail is prehensile, it is able that results from multiple magical rings worn at the
to grab things with (1d100)% of the Hand- same time and on different phalanges, a cumulative
Eye Coordination of the character’s hand. 10% chance exists for an effect to occur from Ap-
Finally, the tail is able to dead lift (3d10)% pendix 3: Random Magical Effects. However, if more
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of the dead lift Strength of the character than 1 ring is worn on the same phalange and its
(see Chap. 3: Abilities). magic is in effect, then a cumulative 20% chance
50-100 Pendant of Promiscuity: exists for a Random Magical Effect. Following are
Whosoever wears this pendant will flirt with Extraordinary magical effects:
any character of the opposite sex who has a
better score in any of the following sub-abili- 01-16 Engagement Ring: Who-
ties: Bodily Attractiveness, Facial Charisma, soever places this ring on their finger im-
or Kinetic Charisma. This flirting will oc- mediately believes they are engaged to be
cur even if the wearer of the pendant is not married to the former wearer of the ring.
personally attracted. Flirting will consist of The new wearer will act accordingly.
open suggestions to mate. 17-32 Ring of Casting: Whoso-
ever wears this ring will be able to cast any
spell in the ring once per day at will. Roll
Jewelry, Religious Symbols 1d10 to determine the spell level of the ring.
Next, roll 1d6 (reroll 6’s) to determine the
A religious symbol may be made of a vari-
discipline of magic in the ring. Now, roll
ety of materials and may be carried by a character in
1d10 to determine the number of spells in
many fashions. Typically, the religious symbol is
the ring. Finally, consult Appendix 2: Spell
crafted to be a replica of the symbol of the god to
Lists to randomly select the spells. Reroll
whom the symbol is in honor. Following are Ex-
repeated results.
traordinary magical effects:
33-48 Ring of Fabulous Disas-
ter: Whosoever wears this ring will hear the
01-50 Religious Symbol of Im-
laughter of an immoral master whenever an
piety: Whosoever owns this religious sym-
immoral deed is done by any character within
bol experiences a decrease of 3d10 PP.
3d10 feet. When this occurs, the wearer must
51-100 Religious Symbol of Pi-
pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH 17 or
ety: Whosoever owns this religious symbol
laugh maniacally for 1d10 rounds. AP gained
experiences an increase of 3d10 PP.
for immoral acts are doubled. By degree,
each Ring of Fabulous Disaster is different.

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 49-64 Ring of Fingering: Who- Jewelry, Talismans
soever wears this ring on their finger must
A talisman is an object that produces magi-
pass a Drive sub-ability check at TH 14 or
cal effects. Most talismans are cut or engraved with
be compelled to force the finger with the
a sign. Following are Extraordinary magical effects:
ring on it into a vagina. If the wearer is
female, then she will masturbate by finger-
01-33 Talisman of Talent: Who-
ing herself. If the wearer is male, then he
soever owns this talisman may call upon its
must attempt to either overbear and rape
powers by rubbing the engraved sign prior
(see Wrestling in Chap. 8: Skills) or practice
to exercising a skill. The symbol consists of
his Seduction skill on a female. Insertion
5 interconnected rings. Once rubbed, this
must be done for 3d10 minutes before the
talisman bestows a bonus of + 3 to the next
ring is satisfied. Thereafter, a Drive check
skill attempted. This talisman may be used
must be made each time the character awak-
only twice per day.
ens.
34-66 Talisman of Trading:
65-80 Ring of the Lords: Who-
Whosoever handles this talisman will notice
soever wears this ring on their finger will be
that it is circular and made of iron. Around
invisible, except to the creator of the ring.
the rim it is written, “NEVERENDING,
Somehow, this ring seems to want to return
EVER TRADING.” Whosoever handles
to its creator. This ring is 1 of many that

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this talisman may cast a spell inside it at will.
were created by an ancient, evil sorcerer.
Roll 1d10 to determine the spell level of the
This ring will shrink or expand to fit whom-
talisman. Next, roll 1d6 (rerolling 6’s) to
ever holds it. Whenever the ring is placed
determine the discipline of magic in the tal-
on the finger, the wearer must pass a Drive
isman. Finally, consult Appendix 2: Spell Lists
sub-ability check, or the ring overpowers the
to randomly select the spell. This spell may
wearer and forces them to be a slave to the
be cast as often as desired, but each time it
creator. Overpowered wearers become Un-
is cast, the talisman drains 1 random sub-
ethical Immoral. Although the initial TH is
ability point.
3, it increases by 1 every time the ring is worn
67-100 Talisman of Trapping:
by an anakim or troll, 2 for an elf, 3 for a
Whosoever handles this talisman will notice
dwarf, 4 for a bugbear, 5 for a kobold, 6 for
that it is pure gold and has a pentagram en-
an ogre, and 7 for a human. If the ring is
graved on both sides -- 1 upright, the other
lost or stolen, then the former owner will
inverted. The pentagrams are surrounded
do anything to get it back.
by small, ancient symbols that are unknown
81-100 Ring of the Spirit Master:
to all. This talisman is capable of casting
Whosoever wears this ring on their finger
magic. If any foe attacks the owner, who
may call upon 2d4 spirits who are bound to
must be holding or otherwise touching the
serve the whim of the wearer. Details of
talisman, then the talisman will cast a ran-
each of the spirits are determined by the
dom ether spell at the foe. Roll 1d10 to de-
Aedile. These spirits are noncorporeal, so
termine the spell level, then consult Appen-
they cannot touch or move anything. How-
dix 2: Spell Lists to randomly determine the
ever, their shimmering form as they died may
spell cast. This talisman casts spells at the
be observed and their shrieking voices may
20th level of spellcasting ability. Each time a
be heard. Spirits of this ring have 3d10 LP.
spell is cast, the talisman has a 1% chance
Though they may emerge from the ring and
of absorbing the body of the holder. Ab-
roam as the wearer commands, the spirits
sorption is instantaneous and the talisman
are unable to travel farther than 50 feet from
is hot to the touch for 1d100 rounds there-
the ring.
after. The absorbed character is dead.

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 Miscellaneous 36-42 Cursed Condom of Con-
flagration: Whosoever wears this magical
Miscellaneous magical items are those that
condom will notice that the condom is very
do not fit under any other category. For Ordinary
warm. However, the longer it is worn, the
effects, roll 1d100 and consult the Plunder table in
hotter it becomes. In order to remove the
Chapter 14: Treasure. Following are Extraordinary
condom, the character must pass a Strength
magical effects:
sub-ability check at TH 28. The 1st round,
the condom will feel hot. The 2nd round,
01-07 Anvil of the Angry: Who-
the end will break and a little smoke will bil-
soever uses a weapon or tool made on this
low from it. The 3rd round, it will perma-
anvil against another in anger will receive a
nently scar the Manhood black and crispy.
bonus of 1d10 to combat skill checks. Who-
The 4th round, it will completely burn away
soever wears armor made on this anvil and
the Manhood and the wearer will suffer a
is attacked in combat will receive a penalty
permanent 1d4 LP of damage. Thereafter,
of 1d10 to their CA. Finally, whosoever
it will cool down, the end will repair itself,
touches any object made by this anvil will
and the cursed condom will fall to the
experience a bonus of 1d10 Choleric points
ground.
to their temperament while touching the
43-49 Cursed Condom of Con-
object.
striction: Whosoever wears this magical
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08-14 Condom of Calamity:

condom will notice that the condom is very
Whosoever wears this magical condom will
tight. However, the longer it is worn, the
notice nothing odd until their Manhood is
tighter it becomes. In order to remove the
inserted into a vagina. Once inside, the con-
condom, the character must pass a Strength
dom will cause the Manhood to increase in
sub-ability check at TH 28. For each round
circumference by (2d100)%. It may be nec-
that the condom is worn, it will reduce the
essary to consult Vaginal Circumference
length and circumference of the Manhood
Potential and Ripped Orifice in Chapter 2:
by 1%.
Body. This enlargement will feel pleasing to
50-56 Cursed Dildo of Adhe-
the male, but painful to the female. It will
sion: Whosoever fully inserts this magical
be impossible to remove the Manhood from
dildo into their vagina will be unable to re-
the vagina until after ejaculation.
move it due to adhesion, unless their
15-21 Condom of Climaxing:
Strength meets or exceeds 213. For each
Whosoever wears this magical condom will
set of 6 hours that the dildo is adhered, the
cause their sexual partner to be (3d10)%
Vaginal Circumference Potential will increase
likely to climax each minute until the wearer
by 1.
withdraws.
57-63 Cursed Dildo of Impreg-
22-28 Condom of Continuity:
nation: Whosoever inserts this magical dildo
Whosoever wears this magical condom will
will somehow become pregnant by it. How-
last 2d100 minutes, while hard as a rock,
ever, instead of creating a fetus in her womb,
before being able to ejaculate.
this magical dildo creates another magical
29-35 Cursed Condom of
dildo. It is inanimate and will never kick dur-
Breaking: Whosoever wears this magical
ing pregnancy. When the dildo is born, the
condom will not notice that it breaks prior
mother may die. Birthing a stone dildo re-
to ejaculation, exposing the entire head of
quires the mother to pass a Health sub-abil-
the Manhood. Worse, any semen that
ity check at TH 24 to live.
launches forth from Manhood otherwise
covered by this condom is 69% likely to
impregnate the female partner.

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 64-70 Dildo of Desire: Whoso- Musical Instruments
ever possesses this magical dildo made of
A musical instrument is an object from
stone must pass a Drive sub-ability check at
which music may be produced. Following are Ex-
TH 28 to lose their desire for passion once
traordinary magical effects:
it has been inserted in their vagina. A Drive
check may be attempted every 10 minutes.
01-12 Drum of Drive: The head
As long as it is failed, the possessor will fe-
of this drum will not break from heavy
verishly force it inside of them; when 1 arm
drumming. This drum may be heard up to
tires, the other will be used. As long as the
1 mile away. All who hear this drum experi-
check is failed, the possessor will feel no need
ence an increase in their Drive sub-ability
for food or drink and will not respond to
while drumming occurs. The increase in
combat. For each set of 6 hours endured,
Drive depends on the speed at which the
the Vaginal Circumference Potential will in-
drum is played. The speed at which it is
crease by 1.
played depends only on the Hand-Eye Co-
71-77 Dildo of Transmogrifi-
ordination sub-ability of the drummer. For
cation: Whosoever possesses this dildo may
each point of Hand-Eye Coordination above
cause it to transform from its natural magi-
100, the drummer may increase the Drive
cal state of stone into flesh upon chanting
of their audience by 1. The square root of
the command word ‘Phallifantasia.’ Also, the

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the percentage of the drummer’s Hand-Eye
dildo will assume whatever shape and ap-
Coordination that is used equals the percent
pearance pleases her, such as having a large
chance of the failure of the drummer per
puffy head, having veins or no veins, etc. It
round due to a mistake. If a mistake occurs,
cannot extend more than 2 feet in length or
then a 5-minute break is necessary. No
grow beyond 10 inches in circumference.
drummer may beat this drum for more than
78-84 Door of Discussions:
30 consecutive minutes.
Whosoever touches the handle of this door
13-24 Flute of Felicity: Whoso-
will find that it will not open. Instead, a face
ever plays this flute will cause all characters
appears in the middle of the door. It will be
within 1d100 feet to smile, laugh, and dance
either male (01-50) or female (51-100), and
as long as the flute is being played. When
have a randomly determined disposition and
the skill check is made for playing this in-
temperament. The door will demand a dis-
strument, this magical effect is triggered only
cussion before it opens. If the toucher is
if TH 17 is passed.
not fully compliant, it will try to talk forever
25-36 Flute of Followers: While
and yet never let them pass. The face, gen-
this flute is being played, all who hear it must
der, disposition, and temperament must be
pass a Common Sense sub-ability check at
determined for each particular magical door.
TH 22 or follow the player. This flute may
85-91 Lantern of Light: Whoso-
be heard up to 500 feet away. Each con-
ever holds this lantern and desires light will
secutive round of playing, the player must
experience the lantern lighting and extin-
pass a Physical Fitness sub-ability check. The
guishing according to their whim. This lan-
TH begins at 3 and increases by 2 every
tern does not require oil or a wick.
round. If failed, then the flute player must
92-100 Saddle of Teleportation:
take a 5-minute break.
Whosoever sits on this saddle is able to ap-
37-48 Horn of Distance: This
pear instantly wherever imagined. If the sit-
horn may be heard 3d10 miles away when
ter imagines a place not in existence, then
blown.
the character is removed from existence.

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 49-60 Horn of Happiness: Who- Powders
soever blows this horn will cause all others
A powder is a substance composed of fine
within 1d100 feet to experience a perma-
particles, such as dry pulverized earth or disintegrated
nent increase of 3d10 points of Sanguine
matter. Following are Extraordinary magical effects:
temperament.
61-72 Horn of Horniness: Who-
01-20 Powder of Paralysis: Who-
soever blows this horn will cause all others
soever contacts this powder is paralyzed.
within 1d100 feet to desire each other
The degree of paralysis is determined by
enough to stop what they are doing and
rolling 3d10. Consult the table below:
begin copulating. Each character within the
range must pass a Drive sub-ability check at
Roll Re s ult
TH 20 to resist. 3 -1 0 De a th oc c urs
73-84 Lute of Lightning: If a 1 1 -1 2 Ar ms, l e gs, a nd ne c k
player has at least 50 SP invested in the lute 1 3 -1 4 Ne c k
and a Hand-Eye Coordination sub-ability of 1 5 -1 6 Ar ms a nd l e gs
at least 150, then this lute will release a light- 1 7 -1 8 Le gs
ning bolt in a direction chosen by the caster. 1 9 -2 0 Ar ms
A particular musical phrase must be played. 2 1 -2 2 Fe e t onl y
The phrase is the first 3d10 notes played on 2 3 -3 0 Ha nds onl y
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the instrument after its creation. The light-

ning bolt causes 10d10 IP or LP of damage. 21-40 Powder of Per petual
The lightning bolt may be released only once Sneezing: Whosoever sniffs this powder will
per day. If attempted more often than this, sneeze 1d10 times per minute for the rest
then the player will be shocked for 1d10 LP of their life.
of damage upon playing the correct se- 41-60 Powder of the Pituitous:
quence of notes. Whosoever contacts this powder will expe-
85-100 Lute of Love: Whosoever rience extreme laziness for 3d10 hours.
plays this lute will make the next 2 charac- Their Phlegmatic temperament will increase
ters who kiss within 1d100 feet fall in love. to 100 points. An affected character will lay
The lute must be played while they kiss. The down and make themselves comfortable, and
skill check made to play this instrument de- will not attack unless attacked first.
termines the strength of their love: 61-80 Powder of Pleasing: Who-
soever contacts this powder will do anything
in their power to please the 1st character seen
TH D uration
for 1d10 hours. However, any character in
<9 Lov e stops wi th the musi c
9 -1 2 2 d1 0 hours contact with the powder may avoid being
1 3 -1 5 2 d1 0 da y s compelled to please another by passing a
1 6 -1 7 1 d4 we e k s Drive sub-ability check at TH 17. If touched
1 8 -2 0 1 d1 2 months aggressively, then the effect ends.
21 1 d1 0 y e a rs 81-100 Powder of Power: Whoso-
2 2 -2 3 1 d1 0 de c a de s ever contacts this powder will feel empow-
24 1 d1 0 c e nturi e s ered for 1d10 hours. The empowered char-
2 5 -2 7 1 d1 0 mi l l e nni a acter will experience an increase of 1d10
>2 7 E te rni ty Strength, 1d10 Health, and 1d10 Drive sub-
ability points. These gains are likely to af-
fect the LP and BPP of the character.

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Rods Scripture, Books
A rod is a straight, slender, crafted, and arti- A book is a formal and written document.
ficial stick. Rods may be made of any solid material, Compared to other forms of scripture, a book is a
usually metal. Typically, a rod is 2-3 feet in length. recent creation. The pages of a book are made of
Only a caster (druid, hierophant, mage, and sorcerer) parchment and bound together. However, unlike a
can use the magical effects of a rod. By nature, a tome or grimoire, a book may be written about any
rod is more potent in magic than a wand, but less miscellaneous material. Following are Extraordinary
potent than a staff. A rod is activated through per- magical effects:
forming a specific ritual, which is determined for
each rod. Upon creation, the creator assigns the 01-20 Book of Butchery: Who-
specific ritual. If another caster acquires a rod, then soever begins to read any portion of this
they must discern the specific ritual somehow. book must make a Hand-Eye Coordination
The effect of a rod does not happen imme- sub-ability check at TH 24 every time they
diately, but the effect starts at least 4 seconds after flip the page. If failed, the character experi-
the caster performs the specific ritual. This delay ences a deep paper-cut that causes 1d4 LP
equals a Delivery Penalty of at least 100. The ef- of damage. The contents of this book are
fects of some rods may take longer and are detailed about butchery techniques. It is (1d100 +
under each rod if necessary. 100) pages in length. If read entirely, then

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the character gains 2 SP toward their dis-
01-25 Rod of Many: This rod has memberment skill (see Chap. 8: Skills).
2d100 Magic Points. The possessor may use 21-40 Book of Fate: Whosoever
these MP to cast any spell, even if the spell reads this book in its entirety must pass a
is unknown to the possessor, as long as the Common Sense sub-ability check at TH 24
rod has enough MP to cast it. Once the MP or believe that they know their fate. If
are expended, the rod is magically inert. passed, then the book does not have an ef-
26-50 Rod of Rebellion: The ef- fect on the character.
fect of this rod is elicited when the possessor 41-60 Book of Proverbs: Whoso-
speaks or acts against their community or ever reads this book in its entirety will gain
government. The action will be so pleasing, 1d10 points in Wisdom. The book is (1d100
the owner will be unable to stop until they + 100) pages in length. The effect of this
pass a Drive sub-ability check of TH 28. A book functions only once per character.
check may be made once per round. Fur- 61-80 Caster-fury Tales: This lit-
ther, the rebellious action grants a bonus of erary work is about a group of priests of
+ 17 to any skill checks from which rebel- different faiths who travel together by hap-
lion may be incited in others. penstance to the same destination. There is
51-75 Rod of Reciprocity: This a tale for each traveler. If read in its en-
rod enables the possessor to return a dupli- tirety, then the character gains 1 point in their
cate attack against an attacker, regardless of Sanguine temperament.
the possessor’s abilities, skills, equipment, or 81-100 Yayraaeeefunduhfukk’s
magic. The returned attack will strike in the Book of Iboniks: Whosoever reads this
same location and do the same damage. This book will lose 1 point from each sub-ability
rod functions immediately, and the possessor of Intelligence for each page read. How-
still suffers the attack. ever, for each page that is read, the charac-
76-100 Rod of Ridiculousity: ter acquires a 1% cumulative chance of real-
Whenever this rod is activated, it causes 1d10 izing that they are losing Intelligence. The
random events to occur (see App. 3: Random contents of the book explore cultural issues
Magical Effects). among gruagach tribes.

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 Scripture, Codexes Scripture, Grimoires
A codex is an ancient book, though it may A grimoire is a spellbook. It is a text written
also consist of unbound sheets in manuscript form. by mages for other mages. The pages of a grimoire
A codex is distinct from a scroll. Codexes are often are made of parchment and bound together. A
highly valued. Following are Extraordinary magical grimoire is a set of instructions on how to cast spells,
effects: most often concerning the invocation of daimons
or spirits of the dead. Following are Extraordinary
01-25 Codex of Chaos: Whoso- magical effects:
ever reads this codex will lose all Ethicality
points regarding their disposition, and be- 01-10 The Arbatel of Magic:
come unethical. Next, the character will take This grimoire functions only for a mage. As
the codex and flee civilization and all con- a set of 9 volumes, the arbatel informs about
tact with other sentient creatures. The char- the magic of different cultures and races.
acter will behave randomly until the end of Once read in its entirety, the arbatel increases
their days, and will reread this codex until the Intelligence ability of the reader by 1d10
they go blind. points. The arbatel functions only once per
26-50 Codex of Climax: This co- mage.
dex functions only for a female reader. If a 11-20 Grand Grimoire: This
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literate female reads this codex, then she will grimoire functions only for a mage. By read-
learn how to have an orgasm. She will ex- ing this grimoire in its entirety, a mage will
perience an increase of 1d100 points of De- acquire 1d10 random spells, which may in-
bauchery, and value this book above all other clude chaos magic. These new spells are
possessions. The enlightened female will permanently a part of the reader, though
avidly pursue sex with every male within rea- this grimoire functions only once per mage.
son, even at the expense of her marriage. 21-30 Grimoirium Verum: This
51-75 Codex of Control: Whoso- grimoire functions only for a mage. This
ever reads this codex will gain control over grimoire lists numerous cacodaemons, illus-
all sentient creatures within 1d10 feet while trates their symbols, and instructs the reader
holding this codex above their head. There- how to summon them. The reader is fore-
after, the character will guard the codex with warned, because the demons listed are diffi-
their life. Characters within range must pass cult and devious. Woe betide the inexperi-
a Drive sub-ability check at TH 21 each enced reader who summons these demons.
round in order to be unaffected. 31-40 The Key of Nomolos: This
76-100 Codex of Creation: Who- grimoire functions only for a mage. It is an
soever begins to read this codex will be un- ancient magical text, an artifact. Most of
able to stop reading until it is finished. The the magic within is concerned with personal
reader will learn every detail of the creation gain. This grimoire deals with the drawing
of the universe, world, and gods. Thereaf- of pentacles, 5-pointed stars inscribed with
ter, the character will refuse to discuss the magical charms. These drawings cause magi-
subject of creation for the rest of their life. cal effects.
Upon natural death, not murder or suicide, 41-50 The Lemegeton: This se-
the character will become immortal. How- ries of 4 grimoires functions only for a mage.
ever, if they are decapitated, then they will This work consists of 4 volumes: Goetia,
permanently die. Otherwise, their body will Theurgia Goetia, The Pauline Art, and The
not decay and they will live as long as the Almadel. Overall, The Lemegeton includes
earth. This particular type of codex cannot a complete hierarchy of 72 cacodaemons,
be destroyed by any means. whom the mage evokes for their benefit.

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 51-60 Liber Spiritum: This 91-100 The Sacred Magic of
grimoire functions only for a mage. Also Abramelin the Mage: This grimoire func-
called the Book of Spirits, it must be writ- tions only for a mage. 3 grimoires comprise
ten on virgin paper. The left-hand pages a set. The 1st volume serves as an introduc-
have pictures of cacodaemons, while the tion to magic and its history. The 2nd vol-
right-hand pages have oaths that the ume provides instructions to summon an-
cacodaemons must take to serve the mage. gels and demons. The 3rd volume is filled
Each oath is signed by the cacodaemon’s with spells, which are categorized by chap-
mark. The grimoire must be consecrated ter and magical talismans:
by a hierophant, who chants 3 moral chants Chapter 1: To know all manner of
over it. Each of these grimoires contains things past and future, which are not directly
information about 10d10 cacodaemons, as opposed to the gods.
well as instructions on how to summon Chapter 2: To obtain information
them. concerning all sorts of propositions and all
61-70 The Magical Elements of doubtful sciences.
Heptameron: This grimoire functions only Chapter 3: To cause any spirit to
for a mage. A system is elucidated for con- appear and take any form, such as human-
juring daimons based on the hour, day, and oid, animal, bird, etc.
phase of the moon. Depending on these 3 Chapter 4: For visions.

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factors, the caster will be able to determine Chapter 5: How we may retain fa-
which daimon(s) will appear if conjured. miliars bound or free in whatsoever form.
71-80 P s e u d o m o n a r c h i a Chapter 6: To cause the discovery
Daemonium: This grimoire functions only of mines, and to help forward all kinds of
for a mage. Inside is a summary of 69 work connected therewith.
cacodaemons and how to summon them. Chapter 7: To cause the spirits to
The reader is forewarned, because the perform skillfully regarding metals.
cacodaemons listed are difficult and devious. Chapter 8: To excite tempests.
Woe betide the inexperienced reader who Chapter 9: To transform animals
summons these cacodaemons. into humans, and humans into animals, etc.
81-90 The Red Dragon: This Chapter 10: To hinder any magical
grimoire functions only for a mage. In or- effects, except those of this grimoire.
der to read and understand this grimoire, a Chapter 11: To cause all kinds of
mage must have a Math sub-ability of at least books to be brought to the caster, and
175. Once read in its entirety, this grimoire whether lost or stolen.
grants the reader an additional 1d1000 MP. Chapter 12: To know the secrets of
Further, this grimoire causes a previous any character.
reader to appear to cease aging. Therefore, Chapter 13: To cause a dead charac-
if a human mage reads the book at age 30, ter to revive and perform all the functions
then they will appear as age 30 for the rest that a living character would do, and this
of their life. This grimoire functions only during 7 years, by means of the spirits.
once per mage. Chapter 14: To render oneself in-
visible unto every character.
Chapter 15: For the spirits to bring
us anything we may wish to eat or to drink.
Chapter 16: To find and take pos-
session of all kinds of treasures, provided
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 Chapter 17: To fly in the air and Scripture, Librams
travel anywhere.
A libram is a formal and written document.
Chapter 18: To heal diseases.
Compared to other forms of scripture, a libram is a
Chapter 19: For every description of
recent creation. The pages of a libram are made of
affection and love.
parchment and bound together. Librams are for-
Chapter 20: To excite hatred and
mal treatises on subjects, and are often categorized
enmity, discords, quarrels, contentions, com-
in libraries. Following are Extraordinary magical
bats, battles, loss, and damage.
effects:
Chapter 21: To transmogrify oneself
and take different faces and forms.
01-20 Libram of Language:
Chapter 22: To perform evil.
Whosoever reads this libram will magically
Chapter 23: To demolish buildings
master all languages. This libram will func-
and strongholds.
tion only once per character. When a char-
Chapter 24: To discover thefts.
acter finishes reading this libram, they will
Chapter 25: To walk upon or under
instantly master all languages, and must also
water.
pass a Common Sense sub-ability check at
Chapter 26: To open every kind of
TH 17 or attempt to destroy the libram,
lock without a key or making a sound.
rending it to pieces.
Chapter 27: To cause visions to ap-
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21-40 Libram of Lechery: Who-

pear.
soever reads this libram will master the sub-
Chapter 28: To have as much gold
jects of fantasy, adventure, and adult lech-
and silver as desired.
ery. A permanent bonus of 3d10 is applied
Chapter 29: To cause armed humans
to the skills of Seduction and Sexual Adept-
to appear.
ness.
Chapter 30: To cause comedies or
41-60 Libram of Liberty: Who-
any kind of music and dance to appear.
soever reads this libram will become more
liberal in all respects and value freedom, both
for themselves and others. From here for-
ward, this character will pursue the power
to do as desired.
61-80 Libram of Libido: Whoso-
ever reads this libram will realize the brevity
of life and experience a doubling of their
libido. Since their sexual desire has doubled,
the character will desire sex twice as often,
and be able to last twice as long until they
are satisfied.
81-100 Libram of Mastery: Who-
soever reads this libram will master the sub-
ject of this libram so perfectly that an abil-
ity or skill check will never be necessary re-
garding the knowledge of it. The subject
of this libram is determined randomly by
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Scripture, Scrolls Scripture, Tablets
A scroll is a long strip of papyrus, leather, A tablet is a flat surface, slab, or plaque of
or parchment that is used as the body of a written inflexible material suited for or bearing an inscrip-
document. A scroll often has a rod with handles at tion. It is relatively thin and may contain a picture
1 or both ends for convenience in rolling and stor- or engraving. Most often, tablets are made of dried
ing the scroll. Only tablets predate scrolls as the clay. Tablets are the oldest scripture. Following are
oldest scripture. Following are Extraordinary magi- Extraordinary magical effects:
cal effects:
01-14 Tablet of Reality: What-
01-16 Scroll of Sacrification: ever is inscribed on this tablet becomes re-
Whosoever reads from this scroll will die as ality. Therefore, this is one of the most
a sacrifice to a random god. powerful of all magical items. Only 1 exists
17-32 Scroll of Sacrilege: Who- and it is owned by a god. The god will guard
soever reads from this scroll will be com- this tablet and it should never fall into the
pelled for 3d10 days to steal and desecrate hands of a mortal.
sacred items. Once desecrated, the item 15-28 Tablet of Taciturnity:
must be made public. For example, a reader Whosoever reads this tablet will experience
may be compelled to smash and steal a statue an increase of 1d10 points in their Intelli-

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from a shrine. Later, its head or other body gence ability and become habitually silent,
parts may suddenly appear in town. disinclined to talk.
33-48 Scroll of Sadness: Whoso- 29-42 Tablet of Tenebrosity:
ever reads from this scroll will gain 1d10 Whosoever reads this tablet may cause ab-
points in their Melancholic temperament. solute darkness in a radius of 1d100 feet
This character will become more sad, de- around the tablet. The tenebrosity lasts for
pressed, melancholic, sorrowful, unhappy, 3d10 rounds.
and feel dejected. However, their points in 43-56 Tablet of Tergiversation:
Sanguine temperament must also be con- Whosoever reads this tablet will cause all
sidered when determining the severity their others within 3d10 feet around the tablet to
newfound sadness. This scroll functions abandon their religious faith or political party
only once per character. for 3d10 rounds.
49-64 Scroll of Secrecy: Whoso- 57-70 Tablet of Tessera: Whoso-
ever writes a message on this scroll will no- ever reads this small tablet will believe that
tice that the message is invisible to every the wearer is whoever the tablet claims. The
other character except the intended recipi- tessera allows a character to impersonate
ent of the message. another of their race, regardless of gender
65-80 Scroll of Snuffing: Whoso- or age.
ever reads from this scroll will snuff their 71-84 Tablet of Thaumaturgy:
own life, 1 LP per sentence read. Upon read- Whosoever reads this tablet will cause a
ing each sentence, a character must pass an miracle to happen for a random character
Intelligence check at TH 24 to realize that within 1d100 feet.
their life is being snuffed. If they become 85-100 Tablet of Time: Whoso-
unconscious, then they die instantly. ever reads this tablet may return to any pre-
81-100 Scroll of Spatial Intelli- vious time in their life. The reader will be-
gence: Whosoever reads from this scroll will come appropriately young again, but will
experience an increase of 1d10 points in retain all knowledge. This tablet functions
their Spatial Intelligence sub-ability. This only once per character.
scroll functions only once per character.

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 Scripture, Tomes 41-60 Discipline, Vol. 3: After
completely reading this tome, a character
A tome is a volume forming part of a larger
must pass an Intelligence ability check at TH
work. The volume is large, scholarly, and ponder-
17 or acquire a Random Mental Illness (see
ous, and may be a reference work. The pages of a
Chap. 5: Mind). If passed, and if a caster,
tome are made of parchment and bound together.
the character immediately learns 1d4 new
Following are Extraordinary magical effects:
spells of fire. The spells are determined ran-
domly. The tome may be read only once
01-20 Discipline, Vol. 1: After
per character.
completely reading this tome, a character
61-80 Discipline, Vol. 4: After
must pass an Intelligence ability check at TH
completely reading this tome, a character
17 or acquire a Random Mental Illness (see
must pass an Intelligence ability check at TH
Chap. 5: Mind). If passed, and if a caster,
17 or acquire a Random Mental Illness (see
then the character immediately learns 1d4
Chap. 5: Mind). If passed, and if a caster,
new spells of air. The spells are determined
the character immediately learns 1d4 new
randomly. The tome may be read only once
spells of water. The spells are determined
per character.
randomly. The tome may be read only once
21-40 Discipline, Vol. 2: After
per character.
completely reading this tome, a character
81-100 Discipline, Vol. 5: After
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must pass an Intelligence ability check at TH

completely reading this tome, a character
17 or acquire a Random Mental Illness (see
must pass an Intelligence ability check at TH
Chap. 5: Mind). If passed, and if a caster,
17 or acquire a Random Mental Illness (see
then the character immediately learns 1d4
Chap. 5: Mind). If passed, and if a caster,
new spells of earth. The spells are deter-
the character immediately learns 1d4 new
mined randomly. The tome may be read
spells of ether. The spells are determined
only once per character.
randomly. The tome may be read only once
per character.

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Staves 23-33 Staff of Ether: Whosoever
wields this staff may cast any spell from the
A staff is a long stick carried in the hand for
discipline of ether. Each staff when cre-
support in walking. Typically, a staff is 5-7 feet in
ated has 1d1000 Magic Points that may be
length. Only a caster (druid, hierophant, mage, and
used per year.
sorcerer) can use the magical effects of a staff. By
34-44 Staff of Fire: Whosoever
nature, a staff is more potent in magic than a rod,
wields this staff may cast any spell from the
and a rod more potent than a wand. A staff is acti-
discipline of fire. Each staff when created
vated through speaking a magical chant. Each staff
has 1d1000 Magic Points that may be used
has a unique magical chant for each magical effect.
per day.
Upon creation, the creator assigns the magical chant.
45-55 Staff of Druids: This staff
If another caster acquires a staff, then they must
doubles the Magic Points of a druid. This
discern the magical chant(s) somehow.
staff functions only for a druid.
The effect of a staff does not happen im-
56-66 Staff of Water: Whosoever
mediately, but the effect starts 2 rounds after the
wields this staff may cast any spell from the
caster speaks the chant. The effects of some staves
discipline of water. Each staff when cre-
may take longer and are detailed under each staff if
ated has 1d1000 Magic Points that may be
necessary.
used per day.
67-77 Staff of Hierophants: This

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01-11 Staff of Air: Whosoever
staff doubles the Magic Points of a
wields this staff may cast any spell from the
hierophant. This staff functions only for a
discipline of air. Each staff when created
hierophant.
has 1d1000 Magic Points that may be used
78-88 Staff of Mages: This staff
per day.
doubles the Magic Points of a mage. This
12-22 Staff of Earth: Whosoever
staff functions only for a mage.
wields this staff may cast any spell from the
89-100 Staff of Sorcery: This staff
discipline of earth. Each staff when cre-
doubles the Magic Points of a sorcerer. This
ated has 1d1000 Magic Points that may be
staff functions only for a sorcerer.
used per day.

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 Torture Devices Wands
A torture device is an object that has been A wand is a slender, flexible stick made of
created to assist a torturor. Non-magical torture either wood or gold. Typically, a wand is 12-18 inches
devices are described in Chapter 9: Equipment. For in length. Only a caster (druid, hierophant, mage,
Ordinary effects, consult the list of non-magical and sorcerer) can use the magical effects of a wand.
torture devices to randomly determine which type Such firsthand knowledge and experience with magic
is magical. Following are Extraordinary magical ef- is sufficient to allow a caster to operate any wand.
fects: By nature, wands are weaker in magical power than
rods, and rods are weaker than staves. A wand is
01-14 Headcrusher of Healing: activated through motion, usually by waving or point-
At the moment that the last LP would be ing it. Wands do not require a magical chant.
crushed from a victim’s head, this torture The effect of a wand does not happen im-
device is 80% likely to heal the victim, fully mediately, but the effect starts at least 1 round after
restoring them to their potential LP. the caster begins waving it. The effects of some
15-28 Pear of Pleasure: When- wands may take longer and are detailed under each
ever this pear is opened within an orifice of wand if necessary.
a character, pleasure will be felt while the
damage is inflicted. 01-10 Wand of Once: This wand
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29-42 Rack of Recognition: If a is operated by waving it and desiring a cer-

character lies when asked a question and tain spell to be cast. This wand has (10 +
while affixed to this rack, then the rack will 1d20) MP and may be used to cast any spell
recognize the lie and tighten automatically. that does not exceed these MP. The wand
If a character tells the truth when asked a functions only 1 time and is inert thereafter.
question and while affixed to this rack, then The wand will cast a spell even if the wielder
the rack will loosen automatically. does not know the spell.
43-56 Stocks of Sordidness: 11-20 Wand of Vibration: A
Whosoever is placed in these stocks will be wand of vibration is operated by striking
filthy physically for the rest of their life. against a solid object. Thereafter, this wand
57-70 Thumbscrews of Terror: begins to vibrate intensely for up to 1 round
Whosoever wears these thumbscrews will be per occupational level. In addition to
unable to move or speak due to extreme ter- spellcasters, other occupations may also use
ror, especially toward whomever fastened the wand of vibration, including chamber-
them. Both must be worn for the magical maids, courtesans, and whores. This wand
effect to occur. is an effective massage tool. Finally, each
71-84 Thumbscrews of Trust: wand offers a bonus of 2d20 to the Lock-
Whosoever wears these thumbscrews will Picking skill by inserting it into the lock and
implicitly trust whoever fastened them. Both vibrating the tumblers.
must be worn for the magical effect to oc- 21-30 Wand of Wakefulness:
cur. Whosoever holds this wand will not become
85-100 Whirligig of Wisdom: tired until the wand is out of their grasp.
Whosoever endures a spin in this whirligig When a character is no longer in contact with
will permanently gain 1d10 points in their this wand, they will begin to tire normally,
Wisdom ability. This whirligig functions only and will not be suddenly tired to compen-
once per character. Perhaps, with the added sate for the duration the wand was held.
Wisdom the character will avoid punishment
in the future.

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 31-40 Wand of War Brides: Weapons, Melee
Whosoever holds this wand will be able to
If a melee weapon is Ordinary, then roll
summon a female if the holder of the wand
1d100 and consult the following table. If the melee
is enlisted in war. The female will serve the
weapon is Extraordinary, then bypass the following
holder in every way, and will remain until
table.
the holder sets down the wand. Each time
a bride is summoned, she will be different. Roll Me le e We apon
During times of peace for the holder, this 0 1 -0 3 A x e , B a t t l e , Footma n’ s
wand does not function. 0 4 A x e , B a t t l e , H orse ma n’ s
0 5 -0 6 Axe , Ha nd
41-50 Wand of Warding: Whoso-
0 7 -0 9 Cl ub
ever touches this wand while they sleep will
10 Cl ub, Gre a t
awaken if any character or creature comes
1 1 -1 5 Da g ge r
within 100 feet of the wand. Even if the 16 Da g ge r, Di rk
character is in deep sleep, there will be no 17 Da g ge r, Sti l e tto
penalty to their reactions. 18 Fl a i l , Footma n’ s, Hol y Wa te r Spri nk l e r
51-60 Wand of Warlordism: 1 9 -2 0 Fl a i l , Footma n’ s Mi l i ta ry
Whosoever holds this wand will be in com- 21 Fl a i l , Horse ma n’ s w/1 spi k e d ba l l
mand of 1d1000 characters of the same race 2 2 Fl a i l , Horse ma n’ s w/2 spi k e d ba l l s
as the holder. The characters will demand 23 Ga rrote

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to conduct war, and will look with limited 2 4 Ha mme r, Ma ul
patience to the holder to select a target. The 2 5 -2 7 Ha mme r, Wa r, Footma n’ s
war party will disappear when the holder no 2 8 -2 9 Ha mme r, Wa r, Horse ma n’ s
30 La nc e , Li ght
longer holds the wand.
31 La nc e , He a v y
61-70 Wand of Washing: Whoso-
32 La nc e , Jousti ng
ever holds this wand will be clean as though 3 3 -3 4 Ma c e , Footma n’ s
they just washed or bathed. 3 5 -3 6 Ma c e , Horse ma n’ s
71-80 Wand of Weaponry: Who- 37 Ma c e -Axe
soever holds this wand may use it at any mo- 3 8 -4 0 Morge nste rn
ment as though it were any melee weapon. 41 Pi c k , Mi l i ta ry, Footma n’ s
The holder must wave it and speak the name 42 Pi c k , Mi l i ta ry, Horse ma n’ s
of the weapon for the wand to change form. 43 Pol e a r m, Awl Pi k e
81-90 Wand of Whispering: This 4 4 -4 5 Pol e a r m, Be rde e sh
wand is operated by shaking it while hold- 46 Pol e a r m, Be c de Corbi n
ing it close and whispering. The wand will 4 7 Pol e a r m, Bi l l
48 Pol e a r m, Bi pe nni s
continue to whisper inaudibly on its own for
49 Pol e a r m, Fa uc ha rd
3d10 rounds, even if it is set down.
50 Pol e a r m, Gl a i v e
91-100 Wand of Wisdom: Each 51 Pol e a r m, Gui sa r me
time a spell is cast and the wand is held while 5 2 -5 3 Pol e a r m, Ha l be rd
casting, the caster acquires 1 point in a sub- 5 4 -5 5 Pol e a r m, Mi l i ta ry Fork
ability of Wisdom of their choice. Unfor- 56 Pol e a r m, Pa rti sa n
tunately, they lose 2 points in a sub-ability 5 7 -5 8 Pol e a r m, Pol e a xe
other than Wisdom, also of their choice. 59 Pol e a r m, Ra nse ur
However, when such a spell is cast, the ef- 60 Pol e a r m, Spe tum
fect is double what it would be in every re- 61 Pol e a r m, Voul ge
spect without this wand. 6 2 -6 5 Qua rte rsta ff
66 Sa p
67 Spe a r, Long
6 8 -7 3 Spe a r, Me di um

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 Roll Me le e We apon 25-36 Flail of Fire: Whosoever
74 Spe a r, Short chants the inscription on this horseman’s flail
75 Spe a r, Tri de nt is able to attack their foe with fire. This flail
76 Sword, Ba sta rd has 2 spiked balls. When the inscription is
7 7 -8 1 Sword, Broa d chanted and the weapon is swung, the balls
82 Sword, Cut a nd Thr ust transmogrify from steel to fire and extend
83 Sword, Fa l c hi on
3d10 feet toward the intended target. Re-
84 Sword, Fl a mbe rge
gardless of the skill of the wielder or the
8 5 -8 6 Sword, Gl a di us
CA of the foe, each ball of fire strikes the
8 7 -9 0 Sword, Long
9 1 -9 5 Sword, Short
target if a TH of 17 is passed. Each ball of
96 Sword, Z we i ha nde r fire inflicts 3d10 LP of burning damage.
97 Whi p This magical effect functions only once per
98 Whi p, Bul l day.
99 Whi p, Ca t-o-ni ne ta i l s 37-48 Flamberge of the Flame:
100 Whi p, Sc ourge The blade of this flamberge is engulfed by 1
flickering flame that becomes blue at the hilt.
The flame cannot be extinguished, even
If a melee weapon was previously deter-
when inserted in water. The weapon is not
mined to be Extraordinary, then roll 1d100 and con-
hot when held at the handle, but the blade
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sult the following melee weapon.

causes an additional 3d10 LP of burning
damage. If the tip of the blade is stuck in
01-12 Berdeesh of Beheading:
the ground, the handle will neither catch fire
Whosoever wields this weapon will always
nor become hot.
swing for the head, whether or not the head
49-60 Fork of Lightning: Who-
is the intended target. Modifiers from a
soever wields this military fork may read the
Called Shot (see Chap. 10: Combat) do not
chant inscribed on the counterweight, and
apply. If struck successfully, then the head
only during a storm, lightning will strike the
of the victim will be separated from their
blackened tines of the military fork and 3
neck at the base of the skull, or just below
bolts will extend forward in the direction
the jaw if struck from the front. Armor
pointed. Each bolt causes 3d100 LP of dam-
does not impede a Berdeesh of Beheading.
age. A successful Aim skill check must be
13-24 Bipennis of Bugbears:
made to strike a creature or object.
Whosoever holds this weapon by its pole
will refuse to let it out of their sight. If the
wielder is a bugbear, then they receive an
extra 3d10 LP damage per successful attack,
and possess an extra 3d10 LP while touch-
ing this weapon. Any humanoid who is not
a bugbear and touches this weapon, includ-
ing those who are str uck, will slowly
transmogrify into a bugbear within 3d10 days
unless a Health sub-ability check is passed
at TH 30. First, they will grow body hair,
and finally they will believe that they must
dominate the surface world. Although the
pole appears normal, the head has periodic
holes from which fur grows.

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 61-72 Short Sword of Scrotum 85-100 Stiletto of Drilling: Who-
Fullness: Any male who touches this short soever stabs a creature or character with this
sword will become reluctant to let it out of stiletto will notice that, upon insertion into
their sight. The firmness of the blade al- flesh, the blade of the stiletto begins twist-
ways relates to the Scrotum Fullness (see ing, drilling its way deeper inside the victim.
Sexual Adeptness in Chap. 8: Skills) of the The handle will not spin with the blade. The
last character who touched this sword. If stiletto will continue until it is embedded to
his scrotum is empty, then the blade some- the hilt. The speed of the drilling corre-
how hangs limp from the handle and it is sponds to the density of the creature at the
impossible to injure a character with this tip of the stiletto, drilling faster through bone
blade. If his scrotum is full, then the blade than organs. The blade revolves 3d100 times
will be so stiff that it will shatter into 3d10 per minute through organs, and 6d100 times
metallic shards upon an impact with more per minute through bone. The wielder will
than 3d10 pounds of force behind it. The be unable to remove it, until it is finished,
optimum condition of this blade is when which takes 3d10 rounds. Once it begins
the Scrotum Fullness (SF) is 90. For each drilling, the victim receives 1 LP of damage
point of SF that deviates from this, a modi- per round until it finishes, unless the blade
fier of - 1 is applied to damage. When the emerges from the other side of the victim,
sword relates to SF 90, it throbs. Only at such as if their hand were stabbed.

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this time will the blade deliver triple dam-
age.
73-84 Spear of Submission:
Whosoever wields this spear will cause any
humanoid struck to become submissive to
the wielder, unless the humanoid struck
passes a Drive sub-ability check at TH 30.
Roll 1d10 to determine the type of spear. It
may be a (1-3) long spear, (4-8) medium
spear, or (9-10) short spear. A kobold may
wield this weapon without penalty, though
any other race suffers a penalty of (- 3d10)
to all attack skill checks. If the spear is hurled
and a creature is struck, then the victim will
not become submissive. This property func-
tions only when the weapon is touched by
the wielder, though affected victims remain
submissive to the wielder until they die.

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 Weapons, Miscellaneous
If a miscellaneous weapon is Ordinary, then
roll 1d100 and consult the following table. If the
miscellaneous weapon is Extraordinary, then bypass
the following table.

Roll Mis c e llane ous We apon

0 1 -1 0 Axe , Ha tc he t
11 Bottl e
12 Bu c k e t
13 Cha i n
14 Cha i r
1 5 -2 5 Cl e a v e r
26 Fi l e , Me ta l
2 7 -3 0 Fl a i l , Gra i n
3 1 -4 0 Fork , Pi tc h
41 Fork , Se r v i ng
4 2 -5 1 Ha mme r, Tool
5 2 -6 1 Ha mme r, Sl e dge
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62 Hoe
63 Hook , Gra ppl i ng
6 4 -6 7 Kni fe , Hunti ng or Tool
6 8 -7 2 Ma l l e t
73 Qui l l
74 Pa n, Fry i ng
7 5 -7 7 Pry Ba r
78 Rol l i ng Pi n
79 Sc i ssors
8 0 -9 1 Sc y the
92 Shoe
93 Shoe , Horse
94 Shov e l
9 5 -9 9 Si c k l e
100 Spa de

If a miscellaneous weapon was previously

determined to be Extraordinary, then roll 1d100 and
consult the following miscellaneous weapon.

01-100 Sledge of Salvation: Who-

soever wields this sledge will cause any hu-
manoid struck to feel as though they have
been saved by the wielder. The feeling is
odd and causes them to extend their hand,
hoping that the wielder will shake it. If the
wielder prepares to strike again, then the vic-
tim will look surprised as if they would never
guess. Rumors abound that this magical
weapon was created by anakim.

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Weapons, Missile 34-66 The Black Spear: This
magical item is unique, made by
If a misile weapon is Ordinary, then roll
cacodaemons, and related to the Black Helm.
1d100 and consult the following table. If the mis-
Each day a character possesses this spear,
sile weapon is Extraordinary, then bypass the fol-
they accumulate a 1% chance of acquiring a
lowing table.
random mental illness. If a character is alone
Roll Mis s ile We apon and looks closely at the spear, then they will
0 1 -1 0 Arrows, Doze n see something gaseous, seductive, and blood-
1 1 -1 5 Axe , Ha tc he t curdling inside the spear; the spear whispers
16 Bol a s that its possessor should slay all characters
1 7 -2 6 Bol ts, Sc ore within 3d100 feet. The Black Spear increases
27 Boome ra ng the wielder’s attack skill checks by 3d10,
28 Bottl e which changes with each attack. The Black
2 9 -4 5 Bow, Short Spear is able to strike any being, even those
4 6 -5 0 Bow, Long
protected by magic. A chant is inscribed on
5 1 -5 5 Cl e a v e r
the pole. If chanted, then the spear appears
5 6 -5 8 Crossbow, Ha nd
in the hand of the character who spoke the
59 Crossbow, Whe e l a nd Ra tc he t
6 0 -6 4 Da g ge r chant, and this is usually spoken after it is
thrown as a means of retrieval. At the mo-

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6 5 -6 6 Da rt
67 Fl a sk ment of any action, such as combat, roll
68 Ha mme r, Tool 3d10. The Black Spear is either (3-16) asleep
69 Ha mme r, Wa r, Horse ma n's or (17-30) awake. Everything described
70 Hook , Gra ppl i ng above applies to the spear while both asleep
71 Hurl ba t and awake. However, the Black Spear awak-
7 2 -7 3 Ja v e l i n ens after killing an angel and bathing in their
7 4 -7 6 Kni fe , Hunti ng or Tool blood. The spear remains awake for 3d10
77 Ne t, We i ghte d days, becomes black in color, and is engraved
7 8 -8 1 Pi l um
with demonic markings unknown to mor-
82 Roc k
tals. The Black Spear is intelligent, but can-
8 3 -8 4 Sl i ng
8 5 -9 5 Spe a r, Me di um
not speak other than to whisper its message
9 6 -9 9 Sta ff, Sl i ng as mentioned above. However, while the
100 Vi a l Black Spear is awake, it affects the dreams
of its possessor, directing them to slay oth-
If a missile weapon was previously deter- ers. The Black Spear has its own goals, and
mined to be Extraordinary, then roll 1d100 and con- constantly seeks the best killer to be its pos-
sult the following missile weapon. sessor. Each time it kills, The Black Spear
enslaves a soul.
01-33 Short Bow of Light Elves: 67-100 Vial 8: Whosoever hurls this
Whosoever holds this bow will not need ar- vial at the base of a portal, such as a door-
rows, but may launch an arrow of energy way, acquires mental control over any char-
that will cause any creature struck to value acter or creature who passes through the
nature. A successful Aim skill check must portal. The vial will shatter once thrown,
be passed to strike a creature. The bow is but thereafter any creature who passes
made of yew, but the bowstring is made of through the portal will be affected while the
copper that somehow has elasticity and does character who hurled it remains alive. For a
not break when pulled. creature to be unaffected, they must pass a
Drive sub-ability check at TH 30.

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 Weapons, Sentient
Roll D is pos ition
Sentient weapons are weapons that some
01 E thi c a l Mora l
argue are living. While sentient weapons are 0 2 -1 3 E thi c a l Ne utra l
genderless and have no skills unrelated to their type 14 E thi c a l Immora l
of weapon, they have abilities, disposition, tempera- 1 5 -1 6 Ne utra l Mora l
ment, and more. First, the type of weapon must be 1 7 -7 6 Ne utra l Ne utra l
determined. Roll 1d100 and consult the table be- 7 7 -9 1 Ne utra l Immora l
low: 92 Une thi c a l Mora l
9 3 -9 5 Une thi c a l Ne utra l
Roll Re s ult 9 6 -1 0 0 Une thi c a l Immora l
Rol l on the ta bl e unde r Me l e e We a pons a s
0 1 -7 0
ma gi c a l i te ms. The more the weapon’s disposition differs
Rol l on the ta bl e unde r Mi sc e l l a ne ous with that of its wielder, the more the weapon is likely
7 1 -7 5
We a pons a s ma gi c a l i te ms.
Rol l on the ta bl e unde r Mi ssi l e We a pons a s to reject or be uncooperative with the wielder. For
7 6 -9 9 each gradation of difference between both ethics
ma gi c a l i te ms.
100
Rol l on the ta bl e unde r Si e ge We a pons a s and morals, there is a 20% chance of rejection upon
ma gi c a l i te ms. touching the weapon for the first time. For example,
an Ethical Moral weapon has an 80% chance of re-
Abilities for sentient weapons use the same
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jecting an Unethical Immoral wielder, or only a 40%

tables as those listed in Chapter 3: Abilities for char-
chance of rejecting an Ethical Immoral wielder.
acters. However, the ability scores are determined
Now, determine the Temperament of the
differently by rolling 2d100. All sentient weapons
weapon, just as with a character. The more the
have the following sub-abilities: Strength, Hand-Eye
weapon’s temperament differs with that of its
Coordination, Agility, Reaction Speed, Math, Ana-
wielder, the more the weapon is likely to reject or be
lytic, Spatial, Drive, Intuition, Common Sense, and
uncooperative with the wielder. Take the numeric
Reflection. When figuring the abilities based on the
difference of each of the 4 temperaments, add them
sub-abilities, if a sub-ability is absent, consider it a
together and divide the total by 4 to represent the
score of 0.
average difference in Temperament. This is the
Roll 1d100 to see if the sentient weapon is
chance of the weapon rejecting the wielder.
capable of speech. Results of 71-100 indicate a
Finally, the sentient weapon may have magi-
weapon that can speak. These weapons also have
cal abilities. Roll 1d100 to determine if the weapon
the sub-abilities of Vocal, Rhetorical, Enunciation,
has Ordinary magical effects. If the result is 50 or
and Language. Further, sentient weapons capable
greater, then the weapon has at least 1 effect. Con-
of speech know a random number of languages as
sult the tables in the beginning of this chapter for
delimited by their Language Intelligence sub-ability.
Ordinary magical effects.
Next, the disposition of the weapon must
Sentient weapons may have the following
be determined. Roll 1d100 and consult the follow-
effects: they may intentionally or inadvertently cause
ing table:
a mental illness to develop after prolonged use. After
engaging in combat with 1d100 characters or crea-
tures, the wielder of the particular sentient weapon
has a (1d100)% chance of acquiring a Random Men-
tal Illness (see Chap. 5: Mind).

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Weapons, Siege Engines
If the siege engine has Ordinary magical ef-
fects, roll 1d100 to determine the specific type of
weapon:
Roll Sie ge We apon
0 1 -2 0 B a l l i st a
2 1 -5 0 Ba tte ri ng Ra m
5 1 -8 0 Ca ta pul t
8 1 -1 0 0 Tre buc he t

Following is a list of Extraordinary magical

items:

01-50 Battering Ram of the

Bellipotent: If this ram reaches the speed
of 3d10 feet per round before impact, then
only a natural object, such as a mountain,
will hinder its movement. Unnatural objects,
such as man-made walls, will not hinder its

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movement. Anything touched will vanish
permanently. The battering ram will con-
tinue until it stops due to its own friction.
51-100 Trebuchet of Trucing:
Whosoever uses this trebuchet against a for-
tification during a siege causes the defend-
ers to offer a truce with reasonable terms
within 3d10 minutes. The projectile must
be perfectly spherical, made of white marble,
and 2 feet in diameter. The maximum range
of the projectile is 200 yards.

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 Chapter 14: Treasure

Herein are descriptions of treasure, the predominant motivation for most characters. This chap-
ter subdivides treasure into individual, hoards, gems, jewelry, and plunder.
Chapter 14: Treasure

Individual
Often, characters have treasure in their possession when slain, subdued, beguiled, or taken pris-
oner. First, roll 3d10 and consult the following table. Creatures from Neveria often have modifiers to this
first roll. Next, progress across the determined row and roll 3d10 for each column to determine if
treasure exists. If magical items result, then consult Chapter 13: Magical Items.

Individual Tre as ure

Roll Bronz e Coppe r Silve r Ele c tr um G old G e m s Je we lr y Plunde r M agic al
TH 3 0 TH 3 0 TH 1 7 TH 3 0 TH 2 9 TH 3 0 TH 3 0 TH 3 0 TH 3 0
<1 6
1 d1 2 1 d1 0 1 d8 1 d6 1 d4 1 1 1 1
TH 3 0 TH 3 0 TH 1 7 TH 3 0 TH 2 9 TH 3 0 TH 3 0 TH 3 0 TH 3 0
1 6 -1 8
1 d2 0 1 d1 2 1 d1 0 1 d8 1 d6 1 1 1 1
TH 3 0 TH 3 0 TH 1 7 TH 3 0 TH 2 9 TH 3 0 TH 3 0 TH 3 0 TH 3 0
1 9 -2 1
2 d2 0 1 d2 0 1 d1 0 1 d1 0 1 d8 1 d4 1 d4 1 d4 1
TH 3 0 TH 3 0 TH 1 7 TH 3 0 TH 2 9 TH 3 0 TH 2 9 TH 2 6 TH 3 0
2 2 -2 3
3 d2 0 2 d2 0 1 d1 2 1 d1 2 1 d1 0 1 d4 1 d4 1 d4 1 d4
TH 3 0 TH 3 0 TH 1 7 TH 3 0 TH 2 9 TH 2 6 TH 2 6 TH 2 4 TH 3 0
2 4 -2 5
4 d2 0 3 d2 0 1 d2 0 1 d2 0 1 d1 2 1 d6 1 d4 1 d6 1 d4
TH 3 0 TH 3 0 TH 1 7 TH 3 0 TH 2 9 TH 2 4 TH 2 4 TH 2 3 TH 3 0
2 6 -2 7
1 d1 0 0 4 d2 0 2 d2 0 2 d2 0 1 d2 0 1 d8 1 d6 1 d6 1 d4
TH 3 0 TH 3 0 TH 1 7 TH 3 0 TH 2 9 TH 2 3 TH 2 3 TH 2 2 TH 3 0
2 8 -2 9
5 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 3 d2 0 3 d2 0 2 d2 0 1 d1 0 1 d6 1 d8 1 d6
TH 3 0 TH 3 0 TH 1 7 TH 3 0 TH 2 6 TH 2 3 TH 2 2 TH 2 1 TH 2 6
>2 9
1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 3 d2 0 1 d1 2 1 d6 1 d8 1 d6

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Hoards
Hoards are collections, accumulations, or amassments of treasure. Usually, hoards are hidden, put
aside for safekeeping, or reserved for the future. While characters may certainly have hoards, most often
hoards are the treasure from lairs, and may be the collective property of numerous creatures or the sole
property of a powerful ruler.
In any case, if necessary, roll 3d10 to determine the size of the hoard, or select the appropriate
size:

Hoard Siz e
Roll Siz e
3 -1 7 Sma l l (ma nor)
1 8 -2 4 Me di um (l a i r)
2 5 -2 9 La rge (k i ngl y )
30 Col ossa l (dra gon)

Now roll on the appropriate Hoard table below. Then, note that there are percentile chances of
acquiring treasure in each of 8 categories. If it is determined that magical items exist, consult Chapter 13:
Magical Items.

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Sm all Hoard
Roll Bronz e Coppe r Silve r Ele c tr um Gold Ge m s Je we lr y Plunde r Magic al
TH 2 3 TH 2 9 TH 2 0 TH 2 1 TH 1 9 TH 2 4 TH 2 6 TH 2 9 TH 3 0
<1 6
1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 3 d2 0 2 d2 0 2 d6 1 d4 2 d6 1 d6
TH 2 4 TH 2 9 TH 1 3 TH 2 1 TH 2 0 TH 2 3 TH 2 4 TH 2 5 TH 2 9
1 6 -1 8
1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 3 d2 0 2 d2 0 2 d6 1 d4 2 d6 1 d6
TH 2 5 TH 2 9 TH 3 TH 2 1 TH 1 3 TH 2 0 TH 2 3 TH 2 4 TH 2 8
1 9 -2 1
1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 3 d2 0 2 d2 0 2 d6 1 d4 2 d6 1 d6
TH 2 6 TH 2 9 TH 1 3 TH 2 1 TH 3 TH 1 3 TH 2 0 TH 2 3 TH 2 7
2 2 -2 3
1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 3 d2 0 2 d2 0 2 d6 1 d4 2 d6 1 d6
TH 2 7 TH 2 9 TH 2 0 TH 2 1 TH 1 3 TH 3 TH 1 3 TH 2 0 TH 2 6
2 4 -2 5
1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 3 d2 0 2 d2 0 2 d6 1 d4 2 d6 1 d6
TH 2 8 TH 2 9 TH 2 3 TH 2 1 TH 2 0 TH 1 3 TH 3 TH 1 3 TH 2 5
2 6 -2 7
1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 3 d2 0 2 d2 0 2 d6 1 d4 2 d6 1 d6
TH 2 9 TH 2 9 TH 2 7 TH 2 4 TH 2 3 TH 2 3 TH 2 0 TH 3 TH 2 4
2 8 -2 9
1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 3 d2 0 2 d2 0 2 d6 1 d4 2 d6 1 d6
TH 3 0 TH 2 9 TH 2 8 TH 2 6 TH 2 5 TH 2 3 TH 2 0 TH 1 3 TH 3
>2 9
2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 3 d2 0 2 d1 0 2 d6 2 d1 0 2 d6

ABQUE.ARGENTO.OMNIA.VANA

Without money, all efforts are useless.

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 Me dium Hoard
Roll Bronz e Coppe r Silve r Ele c tr um Gold Ge m s Je we lr y Plunde r Magic al
TH 2 3 TH 2 2 TH 2 0 TH 2 1 TH 2 3 TH 2 4 TH 2 6 TH 2 9 TH 3 0
<1 6
2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 2 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 2 d1 0 2 d6 2 d1 0 1 d6
TH 2 4 TH 2 3 TH 1 3 TH 2 1 TH 2 0 TH 2 3 TH 2 4 TH 2 5 TH 2 9
1 6 -1 8
2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 2 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 2 d1 0 2 d6 2 d1 0 1 d6
TH 2 5 TH 2 4 TH 3 TH 2 1 TH 1 3 TH 2 0 TH 2 3 TH 2 4 TH 2 8
1 9 -2 1
2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 2 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 2 d1 0 2 d6 2 d1 0 1 d6
TH 2 6 TH 2 5 TH 1 3 TH 2 1 TH 3 TH 1 6 TH 2 0 Th 2 3 TH 2 7
2 2 -2 3
2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 2 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 2 d1 0 2 d6 2 d1 0 1 d8
TH 2 7 TH 2 6 TH 2 0 TH 2 1 TH 1 3 TH 3 TH 1 3 TH 2 0 TH 2 6
2 4 -2 5
2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 2 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 2 d1 0 2 d6 2 d1 0 1 d8
TH 2 8 TH 2 7 TH 2 3 TH 2 1 TH 2 0 TH 1 3 TH 3 TH 1 3 TH 2 5
2 6 -2 7
2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 2 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 2 d1 0 2 d6 2 d1 0 1 d8
TH 2 9 TH 2 8 TH 2 4 TH 2 4 TH 2 3 TH 2 0 TH 1 3 TH 3 TH 2 4
2 8 -2 9
2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 2 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 2 d1 0 2 d6 2 d1 0 1 d8
TH 3 0 TH 2 9 TH 2 6 TH 2 6 TH 2 4 TH 2 3 TH 2 0 TH 1 3 TH 3
>2 9
5 d1 0 0 0 2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 8 d1 0 0 5 d1 0 0 2 d2 0 2 d1 0 2 d2 0 2 d8
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Large Hoard
Roll Bronz e Coppe r Silve r Ele c tr um Gold Ge m s Je we lr y Plunde r Magic al
TH 1 8 TH 1 3 TH 2 0 TH 2 1 TH 2 3 TH 2 4 TH 2 6 TH 2 9 TH 3 0
<1 6
5 d1 0 0 0 2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 8 d1 0 0 5 d1 0 0 2 d2 0 2 d1 0 2 d2 0 1 d1 2
TH 2 0 TH 3 TH 1 3 TH 2 0 TH 2 0 TH 2 3 TH 2 5 TH 2 6 TH 2 9
1 6 -1 8
5 d1 0 0 0 2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 8 d1 0 0 5 d1 0 0 2 d2 0 2 d1 0 2 d2 0 1 d1 2
TH 2 2 TH 1 3 TH 3 TH 2 0 TH 1 3 TH 2 0 TH 2 3 TH 2 4 TH 2 8
1 9 -2 1
5 d1 0 0 0 2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 8 d1 0 0 5 d1 0 0 2 d2 0 2 d1 0 2 d2 0 1 d1 2
TH 2 4 TH 2 0 TH 1 3 TH 2 0 TH 3 TH 1 3 TH 2 0 TH 2 3 TH 2 7
2 2 -2 3
5 d1 0 0 0 2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 8 d1 0 0 5 d1 0 0 2 d2 0 2 d1 0 2 d2 0 1 d2 0
TH 2 6 TH 2 3 TH 2 0 TH 2 1 TH 1 3 TH 3 TH 1 3 TH 2 0 TH 2 6
2 4 -2 5
5 d1 0 0 0 2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 8 d1 0 0 5 d1 0 0 2 d2 0 2 d1 0 2 d2 0 1 d2 0
TH 2 8 TH 2 4 TH 2 3 TH 2 2 TH 2 0 TH 1 3 TH 3 TH 1 3 TH 2 5
2 6 -2 7
5 d1 0 0 0 2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 8 d1 0 0 5 d1 0 0 2 d2 0 2 d1 0 2 d2 0 1 d2 0
TH 2 9 TH 2 6 TH 2 4 TH 2 3 TH 2 3 TH 2 0 TH 1 3 TH 3 TH 2 4
2 8 -2 9
5 d1 0 0 0 2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 8 d1 0 0 5 d1 0 0 2 d2 0 2 d1 0 2 d2 0 1 d2 0
TH 3 0 TH 2 9 TH 2 8 TH 2 6 TH 2 4 TH 2 3 TH 2 0 TH 1 3 TH 3
>2 9
1 0 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 0 2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 2 d2 0 1 d1 0 0 2 d2 0

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Roll Bronz e Coppe r Silve r Ele c tr um Gold Ge m s Je we lr y Plunde r Magic al
TH 1 3 TH 1 3 TH 2 0 TH 2 2 TH 2 3 TH 2 4 TH 2 6 TH 2 9 TH 3 0
<1 6
1 0 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 0 2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 2 d2 0 1 d1 0 0 2 d2 0
TH 1 3 TH 3 TH 1 3 TH 1 7 TH 2 0 TH 2 3 TH 2 4 TH 2 6 TH 2 9
1 6 -1 8
1 0 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 0 2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 2 d2 0 1 d1 0 0 2 d2 0
TH 2 0 TH 1 3 TH 3 TH 1 3 TH 1 3 TH 2 0 TH 2 3 TH 2 4 TH 2 8
1 9 -2 1
1 0 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 0 2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 2 d2 0 1 d1 0 0 2 d2 0
TH 2 3 TH 2 0 TH 1 3 TH 1 3 TH 3 TH 1 3 TH 2 0 TH 2 3 TH 2 7
2 2 -2 3
1 0 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 0 2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 2 d2 0 1 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0
TH 2 4 TH 2 3 TH 2 0 TH 1 7 TH 1 3 TH 3 TH 1 3 TH 2 0 TH 2 6
2 4 -2 5
1 0 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 0 2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 2 d2 0 1 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0
TH 2 5 TH 2 4 TH 2 3 TH 2 2 TH 2 0 TH 1 3 TH 3 TH 1 3 TH 2 5
2 6 -2 7
1 0 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 0 2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 2 d2 0 1 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0
TH 2 9 TH 2 6 TH 2 4 TH 2 3 TH 2 3 TH 2 0 TH 1 3 TH 3 TH 2 4
2 8 -2 9
1 0 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 0 2 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 2 d2 0 1 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0
TH 3 0 TH 2 9 TH 2 7 TH 2 5 TH 2 4 TH 2 3 TH 2 0 TH 1 3 TH 3
>2 9
5 0 d1 0 0 0 2 0 d1 0 0 0 1 0 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 5 d1 0 0 1 d1 0 0 0 1 d1 0 0

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 Gems
Gems are precious and semiprecious stones having value and beauty that are intrinsic and not
derived from its setting. Gemstones are often cut and polished for ornament, and are highly prized.
Below is a table for the random determination of gems. Note, the prices on the table below
assume that the gem is cut and finished, not rough. Rough gems are only worth a small fraction, possibly
1%, of their potential value. Roll 1d1000 and consult the table below:

Roll Finis he d Ge m Carats Value /Carat

0 0 1 -0 5 0 O bsi di a n 6 d1 0 0 0 3 s. p.
0 5 1 -1 0 0 Aga te 1 d1 0 0 0 5 s. p.
1 0 1 -1 5 0 Turquoi se 1 d1 0 0 6 s. p.
1 5 1 -1 6 0 Bl oodstone 1 d1 0 0 8 s. p.
1 6 1 -1 7 0 Cora l 1 d1 0 0 8 s. p.
1 7 1 -2 5 0 Iol i te 1 d1 0 0 8 s. p.
2 5 1 -3 5 1 Ca t's E y e 1 d1 0 0 9 s. p.
3 5 2 -5 0 0 Qua rtz 6 d1 0 0 0 9 s. p.
5 0 1 -5 5 0 Ci tri ne 1 d1 0 0 1 0 s. p.
5 5 1 -6 0 0 Ambe r 3 d1 0 0 1 0 s. p.
6 0 1 -6 7 5 Ame thy st 1 d1 0 0 0 2 0 s. p.
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6 7 6 -8 0 0 O ny x 1 d1 0 0 2 0 s. p.
8 0 1 -8 1 0 Whi te O pa l 1 d1 0 0 3 0 s. p.
8 1 1 -8 5 0 Pe ri dot 4 d1 0 0 3 0 s. p.
8 5 1 -8 6 0 La pi s La zul i 1 d1 0 0 4 0 s. p.
8 6 1 -8 8 4 Cha l c e dony 1 d1 0 0 4 0 s. p.
8 8 5 -9 3 5 Fi re O pa l 1 d1 0 0 5 0 s. p.
9 3 6 -9 6 8 Topa z 1 d1 0 0 7 0 s. p.
9 6 9 -9 8 3 Moonstone 1 d1 0 0 8 0 s. p.
9 8 4 -9 9 1 Gre e n Tour ma l i ne 1 d1 0 0 1 , 0 0 0 s. p.
9 9 2 -9 9 6 Sa pphi re 2 d2 0 5 , 0 0 0 s. p.
9 9 7 -9 9 8 E me ra l d 1 d1 0 0 1 0 , 0 0 0 s. p.
999 Di a mond 1 d1 0 0 1 2 , 5 0 0 s. p.
1000 Ruby 2 d2 0 2 0 , 0 0 0 s. p.

Carats: The weight of a gem is expressed in carats. An extremely small measure of weight, one
carat equals 3 grains, 141 carats equal one ounce, or there are 2,267 carats in a pound.

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Gems: Below is an alphabetical listing of each gem Cat’s Eye: When cut in an oval, rounded
and a description: form, it shows a light-colored line that changes po-
sition as the gem is turned, giving the stone a re-
Agate: Rock composed of layers of quartz, semblance to the eye of a cat. It is a valuable gem-
sometimes of different colors. Composition varies stone commonly used in jewelry. The color ranges
greatly, and it may be polished to a high gloss. Ag- from a honey-brown to an apple-green, though rich
ate is often used for ornamental purposes. This golden colors are the most valued. It is reputed to
stone is typically valued at 5 silver pieces per carat. have the presence of a familiar, and as a powerful
It has been highly valued as a talisman or in amulets. talisman it may direct fortune. The most important
This stone is said to quench thirst and protect from factor for value is the strength and sharpness of the
fevers. Mages have been known to use it to avert eye. Typically, this stone is valued at 9 silver pieces
storms. It is mainly mined in the central mainland, per carat.
and is commonly used to make bowls. Chalcedony: This stone varies in color and
Amber: Actually made of fossilized pine tree may be white, gray, yellow, brown, green, or blue.
sap, amber is especially valuable if it has an insect The many colors resulting from the high luster of
inside. Amber is more commonly found in the polishing render it valuable for brooches, necklaces,
north. Some have claimed amber to be tears dried and other ornaments. This stone is valued at 40
by the sun. Others declare that it is electrically silver pieces per carat.
charged by the sun and when rubbed by a cloth. Citrine: This stone is one of the most af-
Still, others persist that amber is the juice or essence fordable gemstones, and is also durable. Citrines

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of the setting sun congealed in the sea and cast up have a juicy, lemon color. It has been carried as
on the shore. Amber is often used as earrings and protection against snake venom and evil thoughts.
as a necklace of beads. It is especially valued when This stone is available in large sizes and a variety of
in the shape of little figurines, and has been known shapes. The darker stones are valued more. The
to be worth more in this form than the life of a value of citrine is typically 10 silver pieces per carat.
living, healthy slave. Some call it “burn stone”, and Coral: An ancient gem, coral has a history
burn it as incense. Amber is typically worth 10 sil- of religious significance. It is thought to be a pow-
ver piece per carat. erful talisman that can stop bleeding, protect from
Amethyst: A variety of quartz, this stone evil spirits, and ward off hurricanes. Its color ranges
has a violet to purple color. It is a common stone from white to red. Found coastally, it grows in
and is often associated with February. Some have branches that look like underwater trees. The most
said that amethysts dissipate evil and quicken intelli- valuable colors include red, black, and pink. It is a
gence. Further, it is thought to encourage celibacy very soft and porous gem, and should be stored care-
and symbolize piety, so it is often a stone associated fully to avoid scratches. Coral is typically valued at 8
with moral churches. Many moral hierophants wear silver pieces per carat.
amethyst rings. Finally, this stone is thought to sym-
bolize sobriety and is considered a strong antidote
to drunkenness. For this reason, many wine gob-
lets are carved from amethyst. Amethyst may be
found in a wide variety of sizes and shapes. The
value of amethyst is typically 20 silver pieces per
carat.
Bloodstone: A semi-precious stone of dark
green chalcedony, also called Heliotrope. In the fin-
ished stone, red spots resemble drops of blood. This
stone serves as the birthstone for March. Blood-
stones are valued at 8 silver pieces per carat.

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 Diamond: This precious stone is the hard- Iolite: Mined from the north, this stone,
est substance known, exhibited in its resistance to when cut properly, appears a violet-like, blue, al-
scratching. In fact, the origin of the word means most like sapphire from one side, clear as water from
‘invincible’. Diamonds exhibit a wide range of trans- the other, and honey-yellow from the top. Cutting
parency and color. Good quality diamonds of clear, this gem, however, demands great skill, and must be
strong, and unusual color are highly prized. Color- cut in precisely the right direction, or it is ruined. It
less stones known as white diamonds are extremely is reliably hard, but should be protected from blows.
valuable, while yellow or brown tinged stones are Iolite is readily available and surprisingly affordable,
regarded as imperfect. Green and blue diamonds considering its beauty. Typically, iolite is valued at 8
are rarities, and red diamonds are the rarest of all. silver pieces per carat.
The luster and fire for a diamond are higher than Lapis Lazuli: This blue rock has been loved
for any other natural, transparent, colorless stone. by nearly every culture. It is popular in inlays, and is
Diamonds have incredible resistance to the corro- the shade of blue that artists use to paint the sky.
sive effects of acids and bases. Typically, diamonds Most believe it is a powerful aphrodisiac, and it is
are valued at 12,500 silver pieces per carat. widely accepted that this stone keeps the limbs
Emerald: This valuable green stone is al- healthy, and frees the soul from error, envy, and fear.
leged to have the power of healing regarding dis- The stone is porous, not very hard, and easily sus-
eased eyes. Flawless specimens of good color and ceptible to becoming scratched. Lapis Lazuli is typi-
size are exceedingly rare and command higher prices cally valued at 40 silver pieces per carat.
than diamonds of equal weight. To some, this gem Moonstone: The birthstone of June, this
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symbolizes love. Most emeralds are valued at 10,000 blue stone seems magical with a ghostly, shimmer-
silver pieces per carat. ing glow. Some believe this stone is formed out of
Fire Opal: In some cultures, possession of moonlight. This stone, however, may come in a
an opal brings bad luck to the owner. In other cul- variety of colors, such as gray, brown, and green,
tures, it is believed to be beneficial to eyesight, and though blue is the most valuable. A favorite is to
is worn in necklaces by blonde women to protect fashion these into beads and display them against a
the hair from losing its color. Some think the effect black dress. Typically, moonstone is valued at 80
of the opal on eyesight can render the wearer invis- silver pieces per carat.
ible, and is recommended for thieves. The color of Obsidian: This stone is not very valuable,
this stone is yellow to red. This stone should be and it is easy to shape by flaking. Ancient cultures
protected from heat and strong light, which can dry used it to make weapons and tools. Typically, ob-
it out, causing cracks. Likewise, acids should be sidian is valued at 3 silver pieces per carat.
avoided. Exposed corners or points are subject to Onyx: This stone has alternating straight
wear, and the stone is best set in a protected mount- bands colored black and white. Onyx is typically
ing. Typically, fire opals are valued at 50 silver pieces valued at 20 silver pieces per carat.
per carat. Peridot: An olive colored stone, peridot is
Green Tourmaline: This gem is valued at associated with the month of August. This gem-
100,000 silver pieces per carat. These stones are stone is born in fire, and is known as the volcanic
usually cut in long rectangular shapes, due to their gem. Called “evening emerald”, the green color does
long and narrow crystal shape. This is a hard and not darken at night, but is still visible by torchlight.
durable gemstone that can withstand years of wear, Peridot has been found in large quantities, even over
though it is advisable to avoid heat. 200 carats apiece. Peridot is said by mages to have
the power to drive away evil, and the power is said
to be stronger when the gem is set in gold. Further,
peridot is said to strengthen any medicine drunk
from goblets carved from this gemstone. Typically,
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 Quartz: The stone from which crystal balls Turquoise: This stone is of medium hard-
are made, quartz is known as “rock crystal”, and is ness and the color ranges from blue and blue-green
also used to make bowls. Some believe it is a com- to greenish-gray. It is used for ornamental purposes.
pact form of ice. Large instances of rock crystal Turquoise is thought to have powerful metaphysical
quartz, such as those necessary to make a crystal properties. For instance, it is believed to be protec-
ball, are rare. Typically, quartz is valued at 9 silver tion against Agas, the evil eye. Others believe that
pieces per carat. the health of a character can be assessed by the varia-
Ruby: This is a precious red stone, and the tions of the color in the stone. Finally, it is also
transparent deeper reds are highly prized. In an- thought that this stone promotes prosperity. This
cient times, it was known as the “king of precious stone is commonly mined with copper deposits.
stones”, and is the most valued, even more valued Turquoise is porous and should be kept away from
than the finest diamonds. Rubies larger than 5 car- acids. Typically, this stone is valued at 6 silver pieces
ats are especially rare, and a 32 carat ruby is the larg- per carat.
est found to date. Most rubies are worth 20,000 White Opal: In some cultures, possession
silver pieces per carat. of an opal brings bad luck to the owner. In other
Sapphire: This stone is transparent blue, cultures, it is believed to be beneficial to eyesight,
though true sapphires are deep blue. An ancient and is worn in necklaces by blonde women to pro-
culture believed that the earth rests upon a giant tect the hair from losing its color. Some think the
sapphire, and its reflection colors the sky. The sap- effect of the opal on eyesight can render the wearer
phire has long symbolized truth, sincerity, and faith- invisible, and is recommended for thieves. The color

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fulness. This stone has been valued in talismans for of this stone is white. This stone should be pro-
protection, and is said to be so powerful, it protects tected from heat and strong light, which can dry it
a wearer even after it has been passed on to some- out, causing cracks. Likewise, acids should be
one else. Aside from diamonds, sapphires are the avoided. Exposed corners or points are subject to
toughest and most durable gemstones. Most sap- wear, and the stone is best set in a protected mount-
phires are valued at 5,000 silver pieces per carat. ing. The typical value of a white opal is 30 silver
Topaz: This stone may be colorless, yellow, pieces per carat.
green, blue, or red. The most popular color for a
topaz is a rich orange-yellow. Topaz is often associ-
ated with November. Topaz has been used in amu-
lets to protect the faithful against harm. Legend
has it that topaz dispels all enchantments and im-
proves eyesight as well. Some believe that it has the
power to increase strength and make its wearer in-
visible in times of emergency. Topaz is also said to
change color in the presence of poisoned food or
drink. Its mystical curative powers are said to wax
and wane with the phases of the moon: it is said to
cure insomnia, asthma, and hemorrhages. Topaz is
a very hard gemstone, though it may be split from a
single blow. As a result, it should be protected from
hard knocks. Typically, topaz is valued at 70 silver
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 Jewelry Plunder
Regarding treasure, jewelry refers to non- Regarding treasure, plunder refers to non-
magical and objects that decorate the body but serve magical goods that a victor takes from a victim. De-
little if any purpose. The exact description of the termine the type of plunder below, then proceed to
item is left to the Aedile. Roll 1d100 and consult the appropriate chart in Chapter 9: Equipment to de-
the table below: termine the specific item. To randomly determine
an item of plunder, roll 1d100:
Je we lr y
Roll Ty p e Value Plunde r
01 Amul e t 2 d1 0 0 s. p. Re s ult Char t to Cons ult Roll
0 2 -1 0 Ank l e t 4 d1 0 0 s. p. 0 1 -5 0 Common E qui pme nt 1 d1 0 0 + 1 d2 0 - 1
1 1 -2 0 Bra c e l e t 4 d1 0 0 s. p. 5 1 -6 0 Be v e ra ge s 1 d6
2 1 -3 5 Brooc h 2 d1 0 0 s. p. 6 1 -6 8 Food 1 d1 0 + 1 d2 0 - 1
3 6 -5 0 Cha r m 1 d1 0 0 s. p. 6 9 -7 0 Ani ma l a nd Sl a v e Tra di ng 1 d1 0 + 1 d2 0 - 1
51 Crown 1 d1 0 0 0 0 s. p. 7 1 -7 2 Ve hi c l e s 1 d6
5 2 -6 0 E a rri ng 2 d1 0 0 s. p. 73 Ve sse l s 1 d1 2
61 Loc k e t 6 d1 0 0 s. p. 74 Si e ge E qui pme nt 2 d6 - 1
62 Me da l l i on 8 d1 0 0 s. p. 75 Torture De v i c e s 1 d8
6 3 -7 3 Ne c k l a c e 4 d1 0 0 s. p. 7 6 -8 0 We a pons: Me l e e 4 d2 0 - 3
7 4 -7 5 Pe nda nt 4 d1 0 0 s. p. 8 1 -9 0 We a pons: Mi sc e l l a ne ous 1 d2 0 + 1 d1 2 - 1
7 6 -8 5 Re l i gi ous Sy mbol 4 d1 0 0 s. p.
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9 1 -9 4 We a pons: Mi ssi l e 1 d2 0 + 1 d1 0 - 1
8 6 -9 9 Ri ng 2 d1 0 0 s. p. 9 5 -9 8 Ar mor: Indi v i dua l Pi e c e s 1 d1 0 0
100 Ta l i sma n 4 d1 0 0 s. p. 99 Ar mor: Sui ts of Ar mor 1 d6
100 Ar mor: Ba rdi ng 1 d6

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Conducting the Game

Chapter 15: Conducting the Game

The goal of this chapter is to guide and aid Familiarity
Aediles in making their games an enjoyable experi- The best advice for an Aedile is to observe
ence. This chapter offers general suggestions for that more preparation correlates to a better game.
the game, covers game mechanics, different types The more familiar the Aedile is with the rules of
of players and characters, maps, inventing adven- the game, the fewer times the game will come to a
tures, magical research, Aedile Characters, and a halt while rules are consulted. Obviously, no one
sample adventure. can anticipate every choice of every player. In fact,
oftentimes the unexpected is the most enjoyable part
of the game. Nonetheless, within reason there is
Preparation no such thing as being under-prepared.
Never underestimate the value of prepara- If the Aedile is new, then the best way to
tion. It is possible that a game may be enjoyed when acquire familiarity is to focus on basic game me-
run by an unprepared Aedile. However, it is un- chanics, such as how skills function, and learning
likely that unprepared games are more fun than pre- the goals of each player as well as details of each
pared games in the long run. An unprepared Aedile character. Gain familiarity and gain respect.
may seem unenthusiastic, disinterested, or incom-
petent. Therefore, strategic preparation may con-
tribute significantly to enjoying the game.

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 Atmosphere Game Mechanics
The setting in which the game is played can
When Dice Contradict Reason
have a substantial impact upon the enjoyment of
On occasion, the results of the dice may
the participants. While different groups prefer dif-
contradict reason or other rules. There is no easy
ferent gaming atmospheres, here are some sugges-
answer for this dilemma, other than the fact that
tions:
the Aedile must deliberate carefully. Altering the
Choose a quiet place where interruptions are
results of the dice can be a slippery slope and a bad
unlikely to occur, such as a good room or a garage
habit to begin. Whenever possible, the results of
with a comfortable temperature. Some groups pre-
the dice should be accepted, taking the good with
fer a temperature slightly cooler than ideal so that
the bad. After all, if people can pick or choose
players are not apt to fall asleep.
whether or not to accept the results of the dice,
Anything suggestive of medieval times is a
then there is no reason to roll them at all! Dice-
tremendous aid in setting the mood. Common
rolling exists so that events occur according to prob-
choices include candles, a candelabra, incense, or
ability, and when possible, need to remain that way.
possibly even supplying mead and tankards! Some
Logic, on the other hand, must also be exercised.
gaming groups even display replicas of medieval
weapons, hanging them on the walls near the gam-
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ing table. Character Creation and Choice

Character creation has been considered care-
fully. The same rules that apply to the character of
Proxemics
a player apply also to Aedile characters. Therefore,
Use space wisely. Generally, the Aedile
the average player character is not superior to the
should be seated higher than the players, so that
average Aedile character. In this game, realism is
when the Aedile speaks, the players literally look up
applied uniformly to all characters, so all characters
to the Aedile. 1 method of accomplishing this is
are created with the same method.
for the Aedile to sit on a stool, while the players sit
Characters have enough depth that they are
in regular chairs.
likely to be good at some things and bad at others.
Should a particular player be suspected of
The realistic depth of a character is what makes them
dishonest dice-rolling, which among players should
fun to play.
be visible to all anyway, this type of player may be
A consequence of realism is that players have
requested to sit close to the Aedile so that this may
little choice regarding character creation. However,
be observed and handled if necessary.
if an Aedile needs an aspect of character creation
to be altered so that it is consistent with their cam-
Condiments paign or plot, then the Aedile may change what is
As gaming is a time-consuming social event, necessary. For example, an Aedile may declare that
a majority of gaming groups pitch in and get a pizza race should not be determined randomly, and that
and beer or soda. While tastes may differ from group all characters must be human because the plot re-
to group, most games last for several hours and quires all human characters. This remains realistic
snacks become nearly a necessity. because characters still do not get to choose their
race, just as no creature in reality got to choose its
race. Although an Aedile may alter anything to fit
their campaign or plot, it is recommended that as
little is changed as possible. Changes may not be
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 Leadership Players and Characters
Overall, the Aedile is the leader, so to speak,
Argumentative Players
of the game. If issues and disagreements arise, es-
Occasionally, gaming groups may be com-
pecially over rules, then the Aedile is the final arbi-
prised of 1 or more argumentative players, players
ter; the decision of the Aedile must be final. Of
who seem to disagree with everything. These play-
course, if an Aedile makes bad decisions and the
ers need to understand that even though this is a
gaming group is displeased with the Aedile’s perfor-
game, 1 of the roles of the Aedile is as an authority
mance, then the players are not obligated to con-
figure, referee, or moderator. Assuming the Aedile
tinue the game or return for another gaming ses-
is competent and familiar with the rules, the argu-
sion. It should always be the goal of the Aedile to
mentative player must either accept the Aedile’s au-
make the best decision possible, though not neces-
thority or leave the game. Issues such as these are
sarily the most entertaining decision, but the most
often handled best by not embarrassing the player
fair or the decision that deviates the least from the
and asking to speak privately with them.
rules or reason when a contradiction or conflict
arises.
Oftentimes, 1 player will become a leader Dominating Players
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thing, and sometimes bad. Ideally, each player should unintentionally, dominate the others and the game.
be able to participate as much as any other, should It is, in fact, rare to have perfectly even input from
they desire. Some players are naturally quiet or fol- all participants; inevitably someone will participate
lowers, while others tend to be assertive, aggressive, more than others. However, if this becomes a prob-
or natural leaders. Though it can be difficult, 1 duty lem, usually the best way to handle it is not to em-
of the Aedile is to attempt to referee a player’s lead- barrass the player in front of the others, but to ask
ership behavior to correspond to their abilities and to speak privately with them. Those who are trouble-
personality. For instance, a character with a low some beyond this point, at the Aedile’s discretion,
Charisma, poor rhetorical skills, and phlegmatic tem- should seek a new gaming group.
perament is unlikely to be a dominant party leader.
Group dynamics will differ from group to group, Non-Participating Players
but the ultimate goal of gaming is to have fun and Some players do not participate very much,
should be remembered at all times. Try to make the which may be indicative of many things. Some truly
game an enjoyable experience for everyone, if pos- enjoy the game but feel inhibited, lack the confi-
sible. dence, or lack the experience necessary for them to
feel comfortable participating. Conversely, others
are simply disinterested and lack of participation is
a symptom. If they are disinterested, then don’t let
a wet blanket spoil the fun for everyone else. With-
out embarrassing the person, pull them aside and
speak privately with them. If they do not want to
be in the game, then perhaps they should leave. More
often than not, quiet or passive players are inter-
ested, but need encouragement. As the Aedile, you
may attempt to make their character more integral
to the plot, introduce an immediate encounter or
incident that revolves around them, or anything else
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 Powerful Characters Maps
Here and there, a character may become too Many characters adventure and explore.
powerful, either in relation to the other characters Both the players and Aedile must be able to com-
or the gaming world around them. Many things municate clearly regarding the movement of the
may be done to balance the situation. Perhaps a characters. In order to communicate clearly, the
bandit will steal their silver or a disease will sap their
players and Aedile must agree upon the use of cer-
superhuman Strength. Regardless of what it is that tain symbols and standards. All maps in F.A.T.A.L.,
specifically is so unbalancing about this character insuch as in pre-written adventures, will conform to
question, there is always an easy means of maintain- the following guidelines for maps.
ing game balance. First, purchase some graph paper.
F.A.T.A.L. does not use hexagonal graphing paper,
Powerless Characters only square graphing paper. In a corner of the map,
Sometimes players end up with characters note the directions. Directions are usually indicated
who are simply undesirable. As a general rule, if all by an arrow and an ‘N’ to represent North. Nearby,
5 abilities together average less than 90, then the indicate the scale, such as 1 square equals 5 feet.
Aedile may consider telling the player to discard the Different scales may be selected depending on the
character and try again. needs of the adventure. Usually, designating 1 square
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If characters have survived, advanced sev- to equal 5 feet is the most convenient and appropri-
eral levels, and are powerless compared to other ate.
characters or the world around them, then they
should consider changing their occupation. Gener- Map Symbols
ally, no compensation should be yielded. If they Next, consider the map symbols. The map
have low LP or MP from several low rolls, then it symbols presented are an incomplete list. Instead,
may be unfortunate, but this is simply what they this list is merely sufficent to develop maps. Addi-
have. tional symbols may be introduced with different
Many players become so concerned with the adventures, and those symbols will be particular to
numbers on their character sheets that they over- the adventure in which they are introduced. Note
look the fact that this is a role-playing game. that for the symbols for doors, a dot appears in the
Oftentimes, a character who looks terrible on paper corner of the symbol. The dot represents the loca-
may be extraordinarily fun to role-play. tion of the hinges.

Mortification
Unfortunately, not everyone will enjoy this
game. This game is not meant for minors and can
be blunt and politically incorrect in a politically cor-
rect world. If someone is mortified by the inherent
violence or sexual content, then the game may be
unsuitable for them. Whenever possible, the mate-
rial and rules for this game have a firm historical or
mythological basis. For instance, a quote from
Homer’s Oddysey reveals the prevalence of violence
and sexual content in much classical mythology, “…I
sacked the city, killed the men, but as for the wives
and plunder, that rich haul we dragged away from
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 Sample Map
An excerpt of a map is presented to facili-
tate familiarity with mapping. The following sample
map is, perhaps, the simplest map that may be used.
The sample map illustrates a corridor that progresses
north and turns east. 10 feet before the corridor
turns east, a trap door exists in the floor. Farther
south, a door exists along the west wall of the corri-
dor. This door opens outward, into the corridor.
Once the corridor turns east, another door may be
encountered along the northern wall. This door
opens inward, into the room. 2 rooms exist. The
northern room measures 20 feet by 20 feet. The
room to the southwest measures 15 feet by 10 feet.

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Inventing Adventures
Plot
The most important part of any game ses-
sion is the plot. Something must give the overall
session coherence and purpose. Perhaps the char-
acters have been captured and the plot is to escape.
Below is a compilation of some ideas to stimulate
brainstorming:

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 • A dungeon has been discovered and the par- In addition to this basic organizational struc-
ty is hired to explore it. ture, other methods may be considered. Typically,
• A mystery must be solved. there is a climax just before the conclusion. Fur-
• A party member discovers something dang- ther, the timing of major events throughout the story
erous, secret, or magical, and must deal with may be significant regarding how well the adventure
it. is received among the players. If most major events
• A sage hires the party to find an obscure in- occur together, for instance, and the majority of
gredient. game time consists of hours of minor events, then
• An army of darkness marches on the town, the players may become bored and disinterested.
and the characters must defend their homes.
• A foe has done something, fled, and must Novelty and Predictability
be chased, retrieved, found, or killed. Juggling these opposites can be an art in it-
• Arena combat with no plot other than to self. Each adventure should be novel or new. If the
stay alive. players can easily second-guess the Aedile, then the
• The local town is at war with a neighboring group will surely be bored. On the other hand, be-
town. The characters must engage in battle. ing entirely novel would be the same as being un-
• The party has been captured and must es- predictable. Gamers will lose interest if they never
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cape. know what to expect, or if every time they take a

• The party must escort someone or some- guess at what will happen they are thoroughly wrong
thing valuable to a destination, and it won’t or taken by surprise. Predictability and
be easy. unpredictability are both desirable, though only in
• The party or another character is being moderation. When in doubt, it is safer to err in the
blackmailed. direction of novelty than predictability.

Setting Combat and Challenge

The Aedile must decide on the setting for While this can be difficult to assess and
the adventure. Will this game session be primarily implement, the goal of each combat in an adven-
in town, the wilderness, a dungeon, the desert, at ture is to offer the participants an enjoyable chal-
sea, the underworld, etc. While many hours of en- lenge, prevent boredom, and facilitate the plot. Gen-
joyment may be had in any setting, usually the best erally, encounters should not occur with foes who
advice is to attempt to include a small number of are powerful enough that the characters do not stand
settings per session – usually 3 works best. a reasonable chance. However, occasionally char-
acters should encounter forces who they cannot
Organization defeat; otherwise, the characters may attempt to fight
Since adventures are primarily stories, they every creature they meet, thinking the Aedile would
often share the same organization. Most stories have never put them in a blatantly losing situation. On
an introduction, a body, and a conclusion. These 3 the other hand, if combats are consistently too
elements are integral to any adventure. Most often, simple for the characters, then the players may lose
the introduction consists of the Aedile reading a interest. The balance of challenge in combat is dif-
few paragraphs of background information, describ- ficult and different for each group. As a guideline,
ing circumstances to the players as well as back- the Life Points of the party should equal roughly
ground history. The body is the adventure itself, the LP of the foe encountered.
and may take numerous forms. Finally, the conclu-
sion is the end of the adventure. Closure of some
form is sought in the conclusion, though sometimes
suspenseful hooks in the plot are useful to maintain
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 Disposition The role of a character differs from charac-
When preparing each adventure, the Aedile ter to character. Different characters are better suited
must consider the dispositions of the characters. performing different functions, and therefore dif-
Oftentimes, the goal of an adventure may conflict ferent styles of role-playing emerge. The proper
with the disposition of the group. For example, a role of a choleric ruffian may be to brawl, and so all
predominantly moral group will probably refuse to aspects of this character’s violent lifestyle should be
perform an assassination for an employer who lacks explored by the player. For this ruffian to refrain
credibility. Conversely, a group that is predominantly from violence and engage in excessive displays of
immoral will probably refuse a potential employer Etiquette, for instance, would be to fail to play his
when not offered enough compensation, and may role properly, regardless of how well or poorly the
get angry and slay the potential employer. An Aedile player performs it.
needs to be prepared for these contingencies. With experience, many players develop role-
playing habits and preferences. Some prefer com-
Occupation bat, others interpersonal interaction. To ensure good
When preparing each adventure, the Aedile role-playing, a player or Aedile should think criti-
must consider the occupations of the characters. cally about the role of the character whom they will
Oftentimes, the goal of an adventure may conflict role-play, as well as how best to perform that role.

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with the occupations of the group. For example, a When preparing each adventure, the Aedile
group of characters comprised mostly of militia- must consider the roles of the characters and the
men would consequently not only be most likely to aptitude of each player for performing.
refuse an employer who attempts to hire them to
assassinate someone in town, but would probably
arrest the soliciting employer. An Aedile needs to Magical Research
be prepared for these contingencies. As wizards and sages increase in level, they
often desire to research magic, aspiring to develop
Role-playing their own spells or create magical items. Generally,
Since F.A.T.A.L. is a role-playing game, the this should not be allowed until they advance to the
purpose is to role-play a character. The definition 10th occupational level. However, depending on cir-
of good role-playing differs among players. The cumstance and the specific research, at the Aedile’s
definition1 of a role is either “a character assigned discretion it may be possible to research minor magic
to or assumed by someone,” or “a part played by an as early as 5th level.
actor.” Therefore, role-playing will be defined here Developing new spells will always require
as when a player or Aedile performs the role of a character. experimentation. The Aedile should encourage the
2 words must be discussed: performs and role. player to role-play the experiments of their charac-
Different players or Aediles will perform dif- ter. Whenever a new spell is developed, the Aedile
ferently according to their talent for acting. This must be consulted, and may approve or disapprove
may be the most difficult aspect of the game. Some of a spell. The effects of the spell should be appro-
feel inhibited by other players regarding acting. priate to its spell level.
Others are inept at acting or have little experience. To create a magical item, a sorcerer must be
Still, some act too freely, often overdoing their per- able to cast Imbue Item, though Immutability and
formance. Proper performance is an ideal. It in- Wish are also helpful (see Chap. 12: Spells). The Aedile
volves becoming familiar with fine details of a char- must be consulted whenever a magical item is cre-
acter, and improvising the rest until a coherent and ated.
consistent role is developed. The performance fo-
cuses on the player or Aedile, while the role focuses
on the character.
1. The definition was taken from Webster’s Third New International Dictionary, and is referenced in the References section.

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 Aedile Characters Sample Adventure
As the Aedile conducts a game, the charac- This chapter concludes by providing the ul-
ters of the players will inevitably interact with other timate test of conducting the game; it concludes by
characters, such as tavernkeepers and wenches, mi- providing a sample adventure. The following sample
litia and criminals, and employers as well as others. adventure may be unsuitable for all gaming groups.
These characters are controlled by the Aedile. The Nonetheless, it has been included so that the game
work involved in fully developing each character with may be played and explored. The sample adventure
whom a player’s character may interact may be over- is purposely short and suitable as an introductory
whelming and unrealistic. Therefore, some short- adventure.
cuts are offered as suggestions:

· Only the most important of the Campaign of the Lost Souls

Aedile’s characters should be fully developed.
Introductory Adventure suitable for 1st level
The less significant the role of a character
characters.
of the Aedile, the less detail should be de-
voted to them. On the other hand, if time
allows for the information to be determined, Plot
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then this is always better. For pre-rolled Each character lives in a small hamlet. One
characters, consult Appendix 6: Aedile Char- morning, they are routinely selected by the hamlet
acters. to gather firewood. Hours later, the group returns
· Oftentimes, abilities need to be de- and discovers that every character in the hamlet is
termined on the spot, usually to determine missing. Together, the characters must unite and
skill checks. Instead of rolling [(10d100/5) investigate the disappearance of their families. For
- 1] each time an ability needs to be deter- immoral purposes, a sorcerer has cast Mass
mined, other methods may be more conve- Teleportation and kidnapped the inhabitants of each
nient. The most convenient is to simply hamlet.
decide that the ability in question is 100 and
therefore has no adjustment. This can be Plot Hook
boring if overused, as every character would If the Aedile would like to retain this plot as
be identical. If only a small amount of varia- a basis for future adventures, then the sorcerer re-
tion is desired, then (2d10 + 89) will yield an sponsible for the kidnappings must not be defeated
average character every time, yet still allow at the end of this adventure. Otherwise, the sor-
for small variation. Perhaps the best method cerer may be defeated. It is easy to continually make
overall is (1d100 + 50), since it is simple, fast, the sorcerer seem 1 step ahead of the characters
and allows for wide variation. who are trying to capture or slay him. If used prop-
· As interaction occurs, try to portray erly, then this device could entertain the players for
different characters differently. Use differ- several gaming sessions.
ent voices and inflections, speech rates, ha-
bitual words, and mannerisms. In this re- Format
spect, characters presented by the Aedile will Boxed text may be read to the characters,
seem more alive or real to the players, and while un-boxed text may not. This adventure is not
hopefully the players will react with more presented in a linear format. The body of the ad-
interest and realism. venture may occur in any sequence to the whim of
the Aedile, and encounters may be ignored as de-
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 Preparation Introduction
The Aedile must observe the character One wintery day, snow covers the ground.
sheets of the players. Specifically, the Aedile must The cold is not overwhelming today in this north-
note the Race, Disposition, Birthplace, and Social ern territory, but the wind irritates you. As is rou-
Class of each character. Next, the Aedile must cre- tine, each of you have been selected by your family
ate an explanation of how each character lives in today to venture forth into the surrounding forest
the hamlet. and gather firewood. Your hamlet is merely a com-
Different dispositions may respond differ- munity of a few families amidst a northern forest.
ently to this plot. A character with an ethical or Successfully, you return as a group with more than
moral disposition may seek to discover what hap- enough firewood. Upon entering the hamlet, you
pened to their hamlet, ultimately hoping to either hear only silence. As your group explores your ham-
return or avenge their family. A character with an let, each of you enter the main house of your fam-
unethical or immoral disposition may despise their ily to find them empty or abandoned. Slowly, you
hamlet and see this as an opportunity for looting congregate together in the middle of the hamlet,
and personal gain or the ideal time to begin adven- surprised to be alone.
turing. Whatever disposition is involved, this plot
should provide motivation to adventure. Introduce information specific to the ham-

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Invent a basic description of the hamlet that let. Explain to each player why their character has
compliments the group of characters. If different not extensively explored beyond their hamlet in the
races exist in the group, then invent a reason why past. Allow the characters time to interact. Either
these races live together. The hamlet should be com- individually or as a group, characters may attempt
prised of a number of families equal to the number to loot either their own family or another family. In
of characters in the group, so that 1 character be- this instance, each family should be poor and have
longs to each family. The population of the hamlet little of value. If a character has any adventuring
should not exceed 100. For the sake of simplicity, gear, such as weapons and armor, now would be an
the following information assumes the hamlet and ideal time to equip it.
all families are human. The name of the hamlet is
Acedia, and it is comprised of 6 families. The popu- Clues
lation is roughly 50, and the average family has 8 Following are clues to the truth behind the
members. Invent names and basic information of disappearance of the inhabitants of the hamlet.
prominent family members and inhabitants, and any Each clue may be discovered when deemed appro-
background deemed relevant. Finally, prepare a rea- priate by the Aedile:
son for each player why they have not extensively
explored the world beyond their hamlet but have • One set of tracks from a horse suggest that
always been content with their small community. a horse walked into the hamlet from the
north and left to the south. The horse
walked up to each cottage before leaving.
The horse tracks are recent, probably only a
few minutes old. Steaming horse defeca-
tion is in the middle of the hamlet.
• The prized weapon of the hamlet, a Goring
Zweihander + 6, has been stolen from one
of the cottages. In its place is a rusted and
nicked zweihander.
• No other tracks exist, indicating that none
of the inhabitants walked out of the ham-
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 Combat: Simple Mauger Stats: Height = 6’2”, Weight = 211
At sunset, read the following: lbs., Age = 22, Sexuality = Hetero, Eyes = Brown,
Hair Color = Brunette, Hair Thickness = Thick, Hair
This evening, a campfire can be seen to the Length = 19”, Hair Type = Wavy, Most Attractive
south. Judging by the smoke in the air, the campfire Feature = Chest, Most Repulsive Feature = Hands,
does not appear to be more than a few hundred Level 3 Mercenary, Skin Color = Tan, Physical Fit-
feet in the distance. ness = 111, Strength = 182, Bodily Attractiveness =
123, Health = 131, Facial = 98, Vocal = 148, Kinetic
When the adventurers get close enough to = 111, Rhetorical = 86, Hand-Eye = 152, Agility =
see the campfire, read the following: 124, Reaction Speed = 136, Enunciation = 92, Lan-
guage = 97, Math = 107, Analytic = 108, Spatial =
A small campfire casts light on a horse that 112, Drive = 103, Intuition = 109, Common Sense
is tied to a nearby tree and a humanoid figure who = 73, Reflection = 84, LP = 32, CA = 13, PP = 7,
apparently lies asleep by the fire. The figure is cov- Disposition = NI, Temperament = CM, Languages
ered by a wool blanket. Periodically, the campfire = Sapien, Equipment = Goring Zweihander + 6,
crackles. dagger, chainmail hauberk, (4-in-1), and 544 s.p.
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The figure asleep by the fire is known as Combat: Challenging

Mauger, the Mutilator. Mauger is an experienced
mercenary who has been employed by Seman to As you progress through the forest, you
slay any remaining inhabitants of the hamlet. He happen upon an earthen aperture or opening at the
rode through the hamlet and found no one. How- base of what appears to be a small, wooded hill.
ever, he did find the prized weapon of the hamlet, a Due to the trees overhead, no snow is on the ground
Goring Zweihander + 6. Mauger replaced his old near the opening. The hole is approximately 10’ in
zweihander with this one, but has not yet discov- height and 8’ in width. The opening is not man-
ered its magical properties. Now, Mauger sleeps and made, but appears to exist naturally. Peering in, you
plans to continue south to report to Seman that the see only darkness.
hamlet was empty. He is the only hope the charac-
ters have of discovering the whereabouts of their
families and Seman, the sorcerer who abducted Inside the cave is a troll, who has recently
them. kidnapped a maiden. If the characters search around
the opening, then they may find tracks, though they
will not be obvious. The maiden’s name is
Sanuuicula. She was originally abducted by a villain
after she insulted him. However, the troll happened
across the villain and slew him, kidnapping the
maiden. Sanuuicula knows the sorcerer responsible.
His name is Seman and he used to take advantage
of her, until a dashing prince took her away from all
of this. She was forced to perfor m every
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 Troll Stats: Height = 8’, Weight = 400 lbs., This keep has no entrance; it merely con-
Age = 31, Sexuality = Hetero, Eyes = Black, Hair sists of 4 stone walls, each 100 feet long and 15 feet
Color = Black, Hair Thickness = Thick, Hair Length high. In the center of the keep is a small, stone
= 3”, Hair Type = Stringy, Most Attractive Feature building, which is the home of Seman. Seman’s
= Chest, Most Repulsive Feature = Feet, Skin Color home may be accessed by a thick, wooden door.
= Green, Physical Fitness = 100, Strength = 215, The surrounding courtyard is littered with the bod-
Bodily Attractiveness = 50, Health = 100, Facial = ies of the inhabitants of several hamlets.
60, Vocal = 150, Kinetic = 80, Rhetorical = 105, Seman has a magical weapon, a Dagger of
Hand-Eye = 80, Agility = 100, Reaction Speed = Soul-Stealing + 63. This dagger currently has 521
100, Enunciation = 10, Language = 155, Math = souls. Seman knows that if the dagger collects 1,000
110, Analytic = 95, Spatial = 120, Drive = 150, Intu- souls, then he may be granted godhood. There-
ition = 50, Common Sense = 40, Reflection = 40, fore, Seman has paid to have this keep constructed
LP = 146, PP = 1, Disposition = UI, Temperament around his home, and he casts Mass Teleportation
= CP, Languages = Troll, Equipment = None. to abduct humanoids who will serve as fresh souls.
Once their souls are swallowed by the Dagger of
Sanuuicula Stats: Height = 5’4”, Weight = Soul-Stealing, their bodies litter the courtyard.
100 lbs., Age = 19, Sexuality = Hetero, Eyes = Green, Hence, he seems to be continually lighting bonfires

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Hair Color = Brunette, Hair Thickness = Thick, Hair and burning bodies.
Length = 20”, Hair Type = Wavy, Most Attractive Presently, Seman is vomiting due to severe
Feature = Chest, Most Repulsive Feature = Feet, intoxication. For the last hour or so, he has been
Level 1 Laundress, Skin Color = Pale, Physical Fit- repeating the lyrics of his favorite song:
ness = 111, Strength = 82, Bodily Attractiveness =
154, Health = 132, Facial = 178, Vocal = 148, Ki- Cause and effect, carve and dissect
netic = 141, Rhetorical = 93, Hand-Eye = 94, Agil- By trial and error I experiment
ity = 83, Reaction Speed = 101, Enunciation = 91, I chop up the bodies and then I reject
Language = 105, Math = 73, Analytic = 98, Spatial Those who are an impediment
To MYYYY REEEE-SEARCH
= 59, Drive = 104, Intuition = 139, Common Sense
The secret of a golem I want
= 123, Reflection = 128, LP = 17, PP = 87, Dispo-
For I shall make a horde
sition = NM, Temperament = SP, Languages = The secret’s discovered, it cannot be bought
Sapien, Equipment = Torn Dress. And I will never be bored
With MYYYY REEEE-SEARCH
Conclusion Stop shaking and crying and lie still for now
The adventurers happen upon a keep in the Or you will perish much faster
middle of the forest. I am not evil, I’m good and here’s how
Just listen to my laughter
Ahead in the forest you see a large clearing. You’re MYYYY REEEE-SEARRRRCH
The clearing appears to be nearly a quarter-mile
across. In the middle of the clearing is a keep. No Seman will continue to repeat these lyrics
road is seen that approaches the keep. Periodically, when the characters enter the courtyard and his
the carcass of an animal litters the clearing. The home. On the other hand, if the Aedile desires to
keep seems to be square in shape and is roughly one extend the plot of this adventure over several gam-
hundred feet per side. No entrance is visible from ing sessions, then Seman may be absent from the
here. Smoke rises from the center of the keep and keep while he gathers ingredients.
the abhorred smell of what can only be burning If Seman is encountered, then his foremost
tissue assaults your nostrils. concern will be to slay whoever happens upon, and
especially into, his keep and collect their souls.
Seman’s strategy will be to cast Mass Bidding on the

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 characters. If any characters are unaffected by the Accessible Disciplines: Earth, Ether, Fire,
spell, then Seman will attack them with his magical and Water
dagger, and command those who are affected by Spells Known: Ascertain Properties, Beguile
Mass Bidding to help him attack those who were Foe, Bestow Blistering Boils, Detect Air, Detect
unaffected. If an affected character seems likely to Ether, Detect Lie, Detect Magic, Determine Magic,
do a killing blow to an unaffected character, and if Ejaculate Blood, Electrical Field, Flight, Force Fear,
the unaffected character seems physically stronger Force Mass Fear, Force Missile, Force Rancor, Force
than Seman, then Seman is likely to command them Slumber, Greater Healing, Heating, Immutability,
to stop attacking so that Seman’s magical dagger has Lesser Electrical Discharge, Lesser Healing, Lesser
a chance to collect the soul of the unaffected char- Mending, Lesser Vulnerablity to Discipline (Fire),
acter. Once Seman has eliminated all unaffected Lesser Vulnerability to Fire, Lesser Vulnerability to
characters, he will slay each affected character who Weapon, Mass Bidding, Mass Teleportation, Pos-
seems physically stronger than he. Seman will use session, Protection from Discipline (Ether), Protec-
his dagger and collect their soul. Characters who tion from Fire, Re-animation, Regeneration, Seal Ori-
seem physically weaker than Seman will be slaugh- fice, Spermatozoa Rejuvenation, Stronger than Be-
tered anyway, though with a knife, not his magical fore, and Teleportation.
dagger.
Chapter 15: Conducting the Game

Seman’s Stats: Height = 6’0”, Weight = 169

lbs., Age = 29, Sexuality = Hetero, Eyes = Blue,
Hair Color = Brunette, Hair Thickness = Thick, Hair
Length = 21”, Hair Type = Straight, Most Attrac-
tive Feature = Eyes, Most Repulsive Feature = Waist,
Level 10 Sorcerer, Skin Color = Pale, Physical Fit-
ness = 111, Strength = 122, Bodily Attractiveness =
129, Health = 114, Facial = 135, Vocal = 163, Ki-
netic = 104, Rhetorical =142, Hand-Eye = 157,
Agility = 104, Reaction Speed = 103, Enunciation =
122, Language = 128, Math = 106, Analytic = 173,
Spatial = 119, Drive = 185, Intuition = 102, Com-
mon Sense = 105, Reflection = 103, LP = 32, MP =
453, PP = 22, Disposition = NM, Temperament =
SP, Languages = Sapien, Equipment = Robe/Knife/
Impaling Dagger of Soul-Stealing +17/33 e.p./674
s.p.

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Advancement Points (AP) are points that

Task Performance
measure how well a character meets the goal of their
Each gaming session is organized around a
current occupation. Different occupations have
plot and a purpose. Depending on the adventure
different goals and advance in different ways. For

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that the Aedile has designed for the players, the goal
instance, wizards gain AP for casting spells, while
of the characters may be to plunder a dragon’s lair,
warriors get them for physically attacking creatures.
explore a nearby dungeon, find a missing character,
The means for advancement in the different occu-
and too many other possibilities to list here. If the
pations is provided in Chapter 7: Occupation. It is the
task is performed well, then up to a maximum of
responsibility of each player to keep track of how
25% of the BP may be awarded to each surviving
many points their character has earned. It is rec-
character.
ommended that every instance in which a character
gains AP, the player should inform the Aedile of
the amount and write it down on their character Insurmountable Odds
sheet (see Appendix 1: Character Sheets). Whenever a character beats insurmountable
In addition to occupational goals, other re- odds, such as surviving when the vast majority of
wards may be granted by the Aedile to deserving characters would not, they deserve a maximum BP
players. Before the adventure begins, determine the of 10% awarded to that character alone. A good
average number of AP needed to advance a level example is that once a muscular gladiator named
among the characters. Consider this to be the maxi- Boeotos became trapped in a kobold lair with
mum possible number of Bonus Points (BP) to be roughly a hundred kobolds. Most characters would
granted as described below. Upon the conclusion clearly die, but amazingly, Boeotos hacked and
of the game, consider the following adjustments: slashed his way through dozens of them, living to
tell the tale.
Group Cohesiveness
When all participants in a group work well Noteworthy Creativity
together, then the group is cohesive. If a group Should a player do something that consti-
experienced substantial conflict that detracted from tutes noteworthy creativity, then up to a maximum
entertainment, then no AP should be awarded for of 10% of the BP may be awarded to that player’s
Group Cohesiveness. If the group performs better character at the Aedile’s discretion.
than merely the sum of its parts, then the Aedile
may award up to a maximum of 25% of the BP to
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 Initial Advancement Points Advancing a Level
Once created, most characters do not begin Upon advancing an occupational level, many
with 0 Advancement Points (AP), because most aspects of a character may need to be updated. As
characters begin with an occupational level greater characters advance in occupational level, they usu-
than 1. For example, the average beginning age of a ally improve in skills related to their occupation. Be-
human character is 20, and human characters begin cause each character is unique, a player should re-
their occupations at age 10, so they have accumu- view the entire character if time permits.
lated AP for 10 years. Otherwise, the most important elements of
If a character begins with years of experi- increasing a character level are as follows:
ence in their occupation, then the Aedile must de-
termine their occupational level. As a general rule, • Training (see the occupation)
the occupational level of a character is the square • SP
root of the number of years of experience in the • MP
occupation. Therefore, a character with 18 years of • Spell Level
experience is most likely to have achieved the 4th
occupational level.
Advancement and Skills
Rate of Advancement As explained in Chapter 8: Skills, when a char-
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While the appropriate rate of advancement acter advances in occupational level, the character
may differ somewhat among gaming groups, a few acquires 1d10 Skill Points (SP) to be applied to their
guidelines are recommended. First, assuming that occupational skills, if applicable. For example, a
each gaming session is at least 6 hours in duration, a gladiator gains 1d10 SP, the player rolls a 6, and
character should not be allowed to advance at a rate chooses to invest 3 SP in Weapon (Specific) and 3
faster than 1 occupational level per game session. SP in Disarm. The Aedile may role-play the acqui-
If they have earned more than enough AP to ad- sition of new, or enhancement of old, skills. If oc-
vance 2 levels, for instance, then their AP should be cupational skills do not exist, such as for a laborer,
truncated just below this 2nd level. Usually, even this then the character who advances does not receive
rate is far too fast, as most adventures organized 1d10 SP.
around a plot take multiple gaming sessions to ac- SP gained from age, however, may be in-
complish. vested in any skill desired by the player. However,
What, then, is not too fast a rate of advance- the Aedile should encourage the player to invest SP
ment? Generally, a level should at least require 1-2 in skills that were used in the previous year, not in
adventures, therefore several gaming sessions, be- skills the player hopes to develop in the future. SP
fore advancement occurs. reflect practice and training.
Conversely, if the rate of advancement is For example, if a merchant’s caravan is at-
too slow, then the gaming sessions probably lack tacked by bandits, and he survives, returning to town
enough adventuring tasks to be exciting, though this after a year of adventures, then the merchant should
is not always the case. It is probably worse to err in invest SP in fighting and adventuring skills, not Hag-
the direction of slow rather than fast advancement, gling.
and this is a dynamic that each Aedile will have to After a player invests SP in skills that were
tailor to the gaming group and their style. used, then it is reasonable to invest the remainder in
desired skills. The chosen skills should be approved
by the Aedile, who must consider the appropriate-
ness of the skill in terms of its availability and prac-
tice.

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Multiple Occupations Successive Occupations
Most characters pursue only 1 occupation. Some occupations are usually obtained af-
However, a character may advance in 1 occupation ter experience in another. For instance, it is normal
at a time or multiple occupations simultaneously. Al- to be a squire prior to becoming a knight, or a prince
though a character must begin with only 1 occupa- before a king. It is possible for a new king to have
tion, a character may do many things once they ad- either little or extensive experience as a prince.
vance an occupational level, such as: continue in their In some respects, a new and successive oc-
current occupation, change occupations, add a new cupation replaces the old. For example, once a
occupation but pursue 1 at a time, or add a new prince becomes a king, this character will never again
occupation and pursue them simultaneously. pursue the occupation of a prince. However, the
skills acquired in the prior occupation may still be
Changing Occupations useful. Any SP invested from the new occupation
An occupation may be changed at any time. are added to any SP acquired during the prior occu-
When a character advances an occupational level is pation.
the most convenient time to change. Since each Unless noted otherwise, there is no rule with
occupational level gained is never lost, a character successive occupations in which a condition must
who has changed occupations may revert at any time be satisfied in the prior occupation before the new
to a previous occupation, unless noted otherwise. occupation may be gained.

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For example, if a mercenary renounces vio-
lence after reaching 2nd level, abandons the occupa-
tion and becomes a cobbler, then this character may Character Concept
fight in the future as a 2nd level mercenary, if neces- A character is more than a list of features,
sary or desired. abilities, numbers, and equipment. Now, the finish-
ing touches must be applied. A player must consult
Multiple Simultaneous Occupations with the Aedile and develop the character’s back-
Only 1 occupation may be added per level. ground, motivations, and goals.
For example, a character must reach the 2nd occupa- The information determined previously
tional level of their 1st occupation before they can must be considered as the player suggests explana-
add another occupation. A character with multiple tions to the Aedile. At the least, the player should
simultaneous occupations may incorporate and pur- write an explanation for their character’s family his-
sue them together, or pursue them separately. tory, major events in the past, reasons for choosing
An example of multiple simulaneous occu- their occupation if they have one, and future goals.
pations that are incorporated and pursued together Above all, the character concept should be
may be when a sorcerer adds the new occupation consistent with the information determined previ-
of assassin. When this character kills by casting a ously during character creation. A character con-
spell, this character receives AP as both an assassin cept is subject to change throughout the life of the
and a sorcerer. character, though it is less likely to change as the
An example of multiple simultaneous occu- character ages.
pations that are pursued separately may be when a Once the Aedile approves of a character
laundress learns that a fair is coming to town and concept, the player should make decisions while role-
adds the new occupation of whore after sunset. playing that do not deviate sharply from the charac-
When this character washes clothes during the day ter concept. Any player who refuses to role-play
she receives AP as a laundress, yet when she de- the character concept should not be allowed to con-
lights men at night she receives AP as a whore. tinue role-playing.
The following page consists of a sample
character concept.

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 Sample Character Concept
A sample character concept is provided be-
low. The character is a human male slave-trader who
is age 31 and named Godricus.

Godricus was born and raised in a human

city with a flourishing slave-trade. As a serf and an
only-child, Godricus entered the occupation of
slave-trader like his father, Thorald, due to familiar-
ity. Thorald taught Godricus that slavery is part of
nature, and like anything else, can be good or bad.
For instance, the mother of Godricus, Imania, was
once a slave who Thorald bought and intended to
sell. She was one of many. But, Thorald fell in love
with Imania. A few years after Godricus was born,
a customer was observing Thorald’s slaves for sale,
and offered Thorald a large sum of silver for Imania.
Godricus protested instantly and hurled the bucket
in his hand at the customer. Thorald apologized to
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the customer for the actions of his son, punished

Godricus, and sold Imania. One of the first lessons
learned by Godricus was that everything and every-
one has a price. Thorald and Godricus lived richly
for many years. When Godricus became old enough,
Thorald taught him how to buy and sell slaves.
Thorald died recently. After Godricus over-
came his grief, he decided to travel abroad while
trading slaves. After he is satisfied with adventuring
the lands, Godricus hopes to find an exotic beauty
and settle down. However, he vows never to trade
her away. At the moment, Godricus looks forward
to distant horizons and adventure.

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 Chapter 17:
Natural Substances

Chapter 17: Natural Substances

Natural substances, as far as this chapter is yellow gas. Hydrochloric acid also reacts well with
concerned, include acids and bases, herbs, and poi- flesh and is non-flammable. However, it reacts most
sons. violently with alcohol, aluminum, and sulfuric acid.
Moderate reactions occur with water. Hydrochlo-
ric acid is toxic by inhalation and is a highly corro-
Acids and Bases sive irritant of the skin and eyes.
Nitric acid is a colorless, yellow, or red fum-
ing liquid. It has a characteristic choking odor that
Acid is acrid and suffocating. It is not combustible, but
Following is a list of common acids and their may give off poisonous fumes when heated in a fire.
damaging effects per round on either flesh or metal, It will react with water or steam to produce toxic,
as well as how long a quantity of a vial splashed on corrosive, and flammable vapors. It stains animal
flesh or metal will continue to corrode. Acids taste tissue a bright yellow. If it comes into contact with
sour, provided the sample is small enough not to do flesh, it may cause damage, but death is not likely.
damage. Further, acids generally dissolve in water, However, 1/3 of a vial (roughly 10 ml) is usually
and the stronger the acid, the better it conducts elec- fatal for a human if ingested. Nitric acid corrodes
tricity. As a general rule, acids do not react with steel and reacts violently with alcohol or copper. To
glass, react poorly with wood, and strongly with metal prevent nitric acid from breaking down, store cold
and flesh. Bases are explained below. Acids and and in the dark. Nitric acid eats cork.
bases are both summarized in the table: Acids and Perchloric acid is a colorless, odorless, non-
Bases. combustible liquid that is highly corrosive to all tis-
Hydrochloric (stomach) acid is a strong sues. This acid is a severe reactant with a body wher-
acid, reacting strongly with metals (though not sil- ever it may contact it, causing severe burns upon
ver and gold), and in small amounts may be used to contact. Reactions with wood or paper usually pro-
clean or galvanize metals, and in a very small amount, duce fires and are explosive.
it also coats our stomach. It is either a colorless
liquid with a pungent odor or a colorless to slightly

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 Phosphoric acid exists as a clear liquid that Base
is oily, thick, colorless, and odorless. It reacts with Similar and yet opposite to an acid, bases
most metals to form flammable hydrogen gas. The react with non-basic substances, and most notably
liquid can solidify in arctic temperatures. It is soluble with acids. Bases conduct electricity and taste bit-
in alcohol and hot water. It also reacts strongly with ter. Since water is a weak base, adding it to a base is
flesh and will burn it away. generally not a good idea.
Sulfuric acid is a clear, colorless, oily, dense, Lithium Hydroxide is an off-white, trans-
and odorless liquid. Concentrated sulfuric acid can lucent solid that is odorless. This base affects the
catch fire or explode when it comes into contact body if it is inhaled, ingested, or contacts the skin.
with alcohols or metals, although alone it is not com- Ingestion may cause nausea, muscle twitches, men-
bustible. It is reactive with organic materials (flesh) tal confusion, blurring of vision, coma, and death.
and water. It can cause severe, deep burns upon It is a severe eye irritant and may cause tissue dam-
skin contact, destroying tissue due to its dehydrat- age. Contact with acids will cause fires and explo-
ing effect. Permanent scars will result with contact. sions. Contact with water will cause the formation
Eye contact often results in permanent blindness. of flammable and explosive gas. Due to its dehy-
Sulfuric acid mist severely irritates the eyes, respira- drating effect, this base will ignite in moist air even
tory tract, and skin. When mixed with water it gets at ambient temperatures.
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very hot due to its powerfully dehydrating effect. Lye is a white, odorless solid (formally, it is
Sulfuric acid stores very well; heat and light have sodium hydroxide). It may be in the form of a solid,
little, if any, effect on it. dust, mist, or solution. Lye can affect the body if it
is inhaled, ingested, or contacts the skin. It is cor-
rosive to any tissue it contacts. It will cause severe
burns, scarring, and death may result. Contact with
water, acids, or flammable liquids may cause fires
and explosions, although alone it is not combus-
tible.

A c ids and Bas e s

Life Points of Inc he s of Me tal Vial on Fle s h Vial on Me tal
A c id
D am age /Round Eate n/Round D uration D uration
Hy droc hl ori c 1 d6 1 1 d4 rounds 1 d4 rounds
Ni tri c 1 - (1 i f c oppe r) (1 d6 + 1 ) rounds -
Pe rc hl ori c 2 d4 - 1 round -
Phosphori c 1 -2 0.5 1 d4 rounds 2 d4 rounds
Sul furi c 1 d4 2 (1 d4 + 1 ) rounds 1 round
Life Points of Inc he s of Me tal Vial on Fle s h Vial on Me tal
Bas e
D am age /Round Eate n/Round D uration D uration
Li thi um hy droxi de 1 -2 - 1 d4 rounds -
Ly e 1 -2 - 1 d4 rounds -

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Herbs Elder is a tree that produces berries. Elder
is also called eldrun, ellhorn, hollunder, hylder, and
Herbs1 may be used for many purposes, such
hylantree. The wood of this tree is used to make
as healing, stimulants, aphrodisiacs, etc. Oftentimes,
musical pipes. This tree is connected with magic.
herbs are incorporated as ingredients in spells. Here,
Within the branches lives a dryad called a Hylde-
however, herbs are noted for their physical effects
Moer, the Elder-tree Mother, who watches over it.
and uses.
If the tree is cut down and used to produce furni-
ture, then the dryad will follow and haunt the own-
Anemone, also known as wildflower or
ers. Many believe the tree wards away sorcerers and
pasque flower, is commonly used for healing. Gather
evil spirits. The bark of an elder tree is used in pro-
a perfect bloom when the first are seen in spring, tie
ducing black dye. In large doses, an infusion of el-
them up in a red cloth, and carry as a guard against
der bark functions as an emetic. An extract of the
disease.
berries is believed to promote longevity. Elder leaves
Angelica, also known as masterwort and
are used in an ointment that helps bruises and
archangel, this herb bears leaves that, when dried,
sprains.
assist exorcisms. Angelica is believed to be protec-
Fennel is a plant characterized chiefly by its
tion against contagion, purify the blood, a remedy
aromatic leaves and seeds that grows between 2 and
against poisons, and able to cure nearly every malady.
4 feet tall. Also called fanculum, fenkel, and

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Basil is a plant of the mint family. It is a
marathron, fennel leaves and seeds are used for fla-
sweet herb used for fragrance and as a seasoning
voring and its seeds are used as a medicine. The
for food. It grows about 12 inches tall. Basil is
plant is associated with protection from sorcery and
reputed to have protective properties, as well as as-
immorality. Fennel is hung over doors on the eve
sist in purification and banishing.
of midsummer to ward off evil spirits. When in-
Cypress trees are symmetrical evergreens
gested, it is believed that fennel bestows 1d10
resembling poplar trees and often grow over 90 feet
Strength sub-ability points, and it increases longev-
in height. Cypress trees have a close-grained yellow
ity and courage.
or reddish wood so resinous that it resists rotting
Frankincense is obtained from the bark of
even after prolonged submersion in water. It has
the northern Spruce tree. When boiled in water
been used to assist in banishing.
and strained, the resin becomes burgundy pitch and
Daffodil is a common herb, though the bulb
is used for medicinal purposes. The resin contains
is used, not the flower. The bulbs should be gath-
volatile oils that diffuse a strong fragrance in burn-
ered in the winter. The daffodil is used as an appli-
ing. Frankincense is an antidote for hemlock. The
cation to wounds. When applied, daffodil helps heal
most popular form of incense is frankincense.
burns, strained sinews, and stiff or painful joints.
Garlic is a strongly scented herb. The bulbs
Also, daffodil is successful at withdrawing thorns
of these plants are used as a flavoring. In medicine,
from the body. The daffodil is the basis of an oint-
garlic is used as a digestive stimulant, diuretic, and
ment called narcissimum. When ingested, daffodil
antispasmodic. Garlic is associated with protection,
is an effective emetic, causing prolific vomiting.
namely against vampires.
Dill grows wild in grain fields and is culti-
Horehound is a plant of the mint family
vated as an herb. Dill has a strong, aromatic taste.
that grows as tall as 12 inches and bears grayish-
Its leaves are used for flavoring and sauces. Dill is
white, hoary leaves. An aromatic oil may be ob-
used by mages in spells and charms against sorcery.
tained from the leaves and is used to make a syrup
tonic. White horehound is an anti-magical herb. It
is a lesser antidote against poison, specifically spider
venom.

1. Information on herbs has been referenced from www.botanicals.com, as cited in the References section at the end of this
book.

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 Hyssop grows about 2 feet in height and Rosemary is an evergreen shrub of the mint
has aromatic leaves. The leaves are used as a me- family that is widely cultivated in dry soils for its
dicinal herb for pulmonary disorders as well as the aromatic leaves used for seasoning, which yield a
common cold and influenza. Otherwise, hyssop is volatile oil. Rosemary oil is used in medicine as a
used to clean religious places. stimulant, though it is also used in perfumes. Also
Ivy is a common plant that is an evergreen known as incensier, this shrub is renowned for tem-
climber. When the flowers of ivy are decocted in porarily boosting Reflection by 1d10 sub-ability
wine, it restrains dysentery. To remove sunburn, a points. Due to the increase in memory, rosemary
character must smear their face with tender ivy twigs. represents faithfulness in lovers and is used at wed-
Juniper shrubs and trees are conifers that dings. Rosemary is used as incense at religious ritu-
contain an oil that often deters moths and is used to als and as an ingredient in magical spells. Also, rose-
line chests. Further, juniper oil is used as a diuretic. mary is used to flavor ale and wine. This herb has
Marijuana, though an herb, has an intoxi- been considered to be protection from immorality
cating effect, and is dealt with in detail in Chapter 2: and sorcery. It is believed that if rosemary leaves
Body. are put under the bed, immoral dreams will be
Magic Mushrooms have an intoxicating thwarted.
effect and are dealt with in detail in Chapter 2: Body. Rue is a medium-sized flowering plant, both
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Mistletoe grows on nearly any deciduous shrubs and trees. Rue grows just about anywhere,
tree. It is an evergreen plant with small, greenish and the whole plant has a nauseating odor. It is
flowers and white berries. The white berries ripen useful in medicine and perfumery, as well as aro-
in December. Also called misteltan, mistletoe is held matically. Rue has anti-magical properties and di-
in great reverence by druids. Druids search for minishes the effects of sorcerous spells. Also, this
mistletoe while wearing white robes. Druids climb herb has been used as an antidote that negates the
oak trees and separate mistletoe from an oak with a effects of the following poisons: aconitine, destroy-
golden knife. Druids only seek mistletoe when they ing angel, histamines, snake venom, and spider
have visions that direct them to seek it. Mistletoe is venom. For ages, rue has been eaten to preserve
always cut by druids during a particular phase of the Vision; it also makes Vision sharp and clear. When
moon and at the beginning of the year. Druids be- sprinkled in a house, rue is reputed to kill all the
lieve that the mistletoe protects its possessor from flees. The dried herb may be used to make tea.
all immorality. is used as a cure for sterility and as an
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 Sage is a plant of the mint family. This plant Thyme is a plant of the mint family that is
roughly grows 1 foot in height. The flowers of this used for healing. Commonly, thyme grows 6 to 10
plant blossom in late summer. Sage grows along the inches in height and flowers in the summer. This
temperate seashore. Bees gather nectar from sage. plant is associated with elves. Bees are fond of thyme
Also called sawge, it is grown for its leaves, which and extract honey from the plant. Thyme is also
contain a pungent oil and are used in stuffing meats, associated with death. This plant contains an aro-
poultry, and sausage. Fresh sage leaves may be matic, essential oil. Thyme helps purify the blood-
rubbed on the teeth serves to cleanse the teeth and stream regarding mild poisons. This spice is used as
strengthen the gums. A tea may also be made from a remedy for melancholic characters, lowering their
the leaves. melancholic temperament by 1d10 points for 1d10
Tarragon is an aromatic, bitter herb that hours. An infusion of thyme is used for chest mala-
reaches a height of 2 feet and is commonly found in dies, weak digestion, and sore throat. The infusion
many areas. Tarragon is also called dracunculus, little is usually sweetened with honey. Wild thyme tea
dragon, and mugwort. The green parts of the plant remedies headaches and nervousness.
are used as seasoning for food. The plant is associ-
ated with protection. It is thought that this plant
cures bites of mad dogs and stings of venomous
beasts. The root of tarragon is eaten to cure a tooth-

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 Valerian shrubs vary in height from 2 to 5 Willow, as a shrub, occurs most often in the
feet and have thick, acrid-smelling roots. Valerian tundra and above the timberline on mountains, al-
roots are also called all-heal, amantilla, and setwall. though it may be found nearly everywhere. Willow
Growing in cool and northern regions, this plant bark is used medicinally to counter fever and pain.
may be found in marshy thickets and along If ingested, however, it is bitter and irritates the
riverbanks. The roots of this shrub have many uses. stomach. Willow bark is a popular first choice for
In ordinary doses, valerian root serves to quiet and fevers, mild to moderate pain, and inflammation due
soothe. However, large doses cause pain in the head, to injury. Willow bark may be applied only once per
heaviness, and stupor. Made from the roots, a tea is day per subject and heals 1 LP per wound. Repeated
renowned to alleviate cramps. The roots are also applications soothe pain, but do not heal more Life
used as a diuretic and for its aroma. Aside from Points.
medicinal uses, this root is used as a spice and as a Yarrow is found in pastures and by road-
perfume. It is a custom to lay the roots with the sides, and ranges in height from 1 to 3 feet. Other
clothes as perfume. Magically, valerian roots are also names for yarrow include: milfoil, old man’s pep-
used to assist in banishing. Valerian root affects more per, soldier’s woundwort, knight’s milfoil, herbe
than characters. Both cats and rats are greatly at- militaris (the military herb), thousand weed, nose
tracted to the scent of valerian root, which has an bleed, carpenter’s weed, bloodwort, staunchweed,
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intoxicating effect on them. Consequently this root sanguinary, bad man’s plaything, yarroway, gearwe,
is used to bait rat traps. and yerw. It flowers from June to September. Yar-
row promotes the healing of wounds. Some di-
rectly apply the plant to the wound, while others
prefer to make an ointment from it and apply the
ointment to the wound. Direct application instantly
heals 1d4 LP per wound. An ointment heals 1d6
LP per wound. Yarrow tea decreases the melan-
cholic temperament by 1d10 points. If a character
has a nosebleed, the application of yarrow will stanch
the bleeding. If a character does not have a nose-
bleed and part of the yarrow plant is placed inside
the nose, the nose will begin to bleed. Nosebleeds
induced by yarrow serve to alleviate headaches.
Yarrow is used in divination spells and has been dedi-
cated to immoral gods. Flowers and leaves of the
plant have a taste that is bitter, astringent, and pun-
gent. As an infusion, yarrow is good for severe colds.
Aging males wash their scalp with yarrow and be-
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 Forms of Extracted Herbs Ointment: This is a fatty substance such as
Herbs are often extracted into the follow- lard to which herbs are added. Choose herbs ac-
ing forms described below: decoctions, infusions, cording to the desired effect, or enchant them, or
macerates, oils, ointments, poultices, syrups, tinc- both. For healing ointments, choose according to
tures, and washes. the physical ailment. 3 teaspoons of herb to 1 cup
Decoctions: A decoction is comprised of of fat, steeped and heated several times should prove
herbs that have been simmered in water. It is the adequate. All ointments should be kept cool and in
best method for drawing the healing elements from air-tight containers for best results. For magic, oint-
tough plant parts such as bark roots, stems and heavy ments work best when applied to parts of the body
leaves. To make a decoction use 1 ounce of dried where the pulse may be felt.
herbs to 1 pint of water that has been brought to a Poultices: To make a poultice, use fresh or
boil. Keep water just below boiling for about 30 dried herbs that have been soaked in boiling water
minutes and let herbs simmer. Simmering may take until soft. Mix with enough slippery elm powder to
up to 1 hour, depending on the plant used. A higher make a poultice stick together. Place on affected
heat than what is appropriate for infusions is neces- part then wrap body part and poultice with clean
sary because of the toughness of the plant parts. cloth.
Infusions: This is the origin of the idea of Syrups: To make an herbal syrup, add 2
witches potion. It is a process of soaking herbs in ounces of dried herbs with 1 quart water in a large

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water. To make an infusion, boil water. Add the pot. Boil down and reduce to 1 pint, then add 1-2
boiled water to 1 teaspoon of a dried herb. Cover tablespoons of honey. If you want to use fresh
and let steep for 9-13 minutes. Strain, and cool. fruit, leaves, or roots in syrups, you should double
Infusions are drank, added to bath, rubbed into fur- the amount of herbs. Store for no more than 1
niture and floors, and used to anoint the body. week. Honey-based syrups are a simple and effec-
Macerates: This is to steep an herb in fat, tive way to preserve healing qualities of herbs. Syr-
such as done with salves and ointments. The best ups can soothe sore throats and provide some re-
oils to use are almond and sesame. Warm 1 cup of lief from coughs.
oil over a low flame and place 1/2 ounce of herbs Tinctures: To make a tincture, grind plant
wrapped in cheesecloth to soak. Continue until the parts with mortar and pestle. Add just enough high-
herbs have lost their color and the oil is rich with quality alcohol to cover the herbs. Let sit for 21
their scent. days then add a small quantity of glycerine (about 2
Oils: Oil extracts are made from fresh herbs tbs per pint) and about 10% volume of spring wa-
that contain volatile oils used for healing. Fresh herbs ter. Strain and store in air-tight, amber-colored glass.
are necessary for the extraction of the oils. The If kept cool and dry, it will last for up to 5 years. A
fresh herbs are crushed with a mortar and pestle. dose is usually 20 drops in a cup of warm water, and
Olive or sesame oil is then added, at the ratio of 1 taken 4 times per day.
pint of oil for every 2 ounces of herbs. The mix- Washes: This is an infusion meant only for
ture is allowed to stand in a warm place, out of di- external use. A mild form of a wash would be ¼
rect light, for 3 days. The oils are stored in dark, ounce of herb to 1 pint of boiling water, steeped
glass containers. This process is best done during until lukewarm, then applied.
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 Poisons Blood poisoning, also bacterial in nature, is
a condition that occurs when virulent microorgan-
A poison is any substance that produces dis-
isms invade the bloodstream through a wound or
ease conditions, tissue injury, or otherwise interrupts
an infection. Symptoms include chills, fever, pros-
natural life processes when in contact with or ab-
tration, and often infections or secondary abscesses
sorbed by the body. Most poisons, taken in suffi-
in various organs. Most poison gases also affect the
cient quantities, are lethal. Sources of poison in-
bloodstream. Because these gases restrict the body’s
clude minerals, plants (zootoxins), or animals
ability to absorb oxygen, they are often considered
(phytotoxins). Poisons may take the form of a solid,
in a separate category called asphyxiants, to which
liquid, or gas. Types of poisons are classified ac-
group ordinary carbon monoxide belongs. Gas
cording to their effects: corrosives, irritants, or nar-
poisons, however, may also be corrosives or irritants.
cotics.
Regarding the ingestion of poisonous plants,
usually more than 2 ounces of the plant must be
ingested by an adult before effects are noticeable,
Corrosives include strong acids or alkalies
though some are toxic in small amounts.
that cause local tissue destruction, externally or in-
ternally; that is, they ‘burn’ the skin or the lining of
Treatments: in most cases dilution is advis-
the stomach. Vomiting occurs immediately, and the
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able by ingesting large quantities of water or milk.

vomitus is intermixed with blood. Diluted corro-
In other cases, an emetic is necessary, a substance
sive poisons commonly act as irritants. (Common
that induces vomiting and rids the stomach of the
corrosive poisons include hydrochloric acid, carbolic
poison, though they should not be used on a char-
acid, bichloride of mercury, and ammonia.)
acter who has ingested corrosive poison. An anti-
Irritants (such as arsenic and mercury) act
dote, unlike an emetic, chemically counteracts the
directly on the mucous membrane, causing gas-
effects of the poison, although it may indirectly re-
trointestinal irritation or inflammation accompanied
sult in vomiting. An antidote may work against a
by pain and vomiting; diluted corrosive poisons also
poison by neutralizing it, rendering it insoluble, ab-
have these effects. Irritants include cumulative poi-
sorbing it, or isolating it. Charcoal, mistletoe, and
sons, those substances that can be absorbed gradu-
olive oil are often used as an antidote.
ally without apparent harm until they suddenly take
effect.
Descriptive Terms: Each poison listed be-
Narcotic poisons act upon the central ner-
low is categorized in several ways. The format is as
vous system or upon important organs such as the
follows:
heart, liver, lungs, or kidneys until they affect the
These terms are also described in the skill
respiratory and circulatory systems. These poisons
Toxicology in Chapter 8: Skills. Find refers to the
can cause coma, convulsions, or delirium. Narcotic
likelihood of finding the poison in an average set-
poisons include alcohol, belladonna, and cyanide.
ting (common, uncommon, rare, very rare). Identify
Also included in this category is 1 of the most dan-
refers to the chance of being able to identify the
gerous poisons known, botulin toxin, a potent bac-
poison once it has been extracted and prepared, such
terial toxin that causes acute food poisoning (Botu-
as detecting whether or not a tankard of beer handed
lism).
to a character by an evil kobold is poisoned or not
(obvious, ordinary, obscure). Extract refers to the
difficulty of extracting the poison from its natural
setting, such as removing venom from a spider’s sac
(simple, moderate, difficult, impossible). Finally,
Prepare refers to how hard it is to prepare the ex-
tracted poison for use (easy, average, hard).

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 Pois ons
Pois on Find Ide ntify Extrac t Pr e p a r e
Ac oni ti ne Common O bv i ous Si mpl e Av e ra ge
Arse ni c Ve ry Ra re O bsc ure Di ffi c ul t E a sy
Ba ne be rry Common O bv i ous Si mpl e E a sy
Be l l a donna Ra re O rdi na ry Mode ra te Av e ra ge
Bi tte rswe e t Ra re O rdi na ry Mode ra te Av e ra ge
Botul i sm Ve ry Ra re O bsc ure Mode ra te Av e ra ge
Ca ntha ri de s Unc ommon O rdi na ry Mode ra te Av e ra ge
Coc k l e bur Unc ommon O rdi na ry Mode ra te Av e ra ge
Da phne Common O bv i ous Si mpl e E a sy
De stroy i ng Ange l Unc ommon Unc ommon Si mpl e E a sy
Di phthe ri a Ve ry Ra re O rdi na ry Impossi bl e Ha rd
Dy se nte ry Ve ry Ra re O bsc ure Impossi bl e Ha rd
E rgot Ra re O bsc ure Mode ra te E a sy
Fa l se He l l e bore Unc ommon O rdi na ry Si mpl e E a sy
He nba ne Unc ommon O bv i ous Si mpl e E a sy
Hi sta mi ne s Common O rdi na ry Mode ra te E a sy
Me rc ury Ra re O bv i ous Mode ra te Av e ra ge
O l e a nde r Common O bv i ous Si mpl e E a sy

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Poi son He ml oc k Common O bv i ous Si mpl e E a sy
Poi son Iv y Common O bv i ous Si mpl e Av e ra ge
Rhuba rb Unc ommon O bsc ure Mode ra te E a sy
Sa pre mi a Ve ry Ra re O bsc ure Impossi bl e Ha rd
Se r ums - O rdi na ry Di ffi c ul t E a sy
Sna k e Ve noms Unc ommon O bv i ous Mode ra te E a sy
Spi de r, Bl a c k Wi dow Ra re O bv i ous Di ffi c ul t E a sy
Spi de r, Brown Re c l use Ra re O bv i ous Di ffi c ul t E a sy
Spi de r Ve noms Common O bv i ous Di ffi c ul t E a sy
Te ta nus Ve ry Ra re O bsc ure Di ffi c ul t Ha rd
Wa te r He ml oc k Unc ommon O bv i ous Mode ra te Av e ra ge
Ye w Common O bsc ure Si mpl e E a sy

Aconitine is known as “the queen mother Arsenic is found in many ores, is gray-me-
of poisons.” It is a common toxin and is easily ob- tallic in appearance though also occurs as a gas un-
tained from such deceptively pretty flowers as derground, and is a favorite poison of assassins. It
monkshood or wolfsbane. Aconitine has no smell, is easily prepared by heating a common ore called
but tastes bitter. Only 1/6th of a vial of this extract arsenopyrite, although occasionally the pure element
or 1 gram of the plant is fatal to a character when is found in nature. Typically, when the ore is roasted,
ingested. A fatal dose for a horse is 12 ounces of the arsenic sublimes and can be collected from the
the plant. Within 1d10 minutes of ingestion, ac- dust as a byproduct. Arsenic is poisonous in doses
onitine produces a freezing sensation that creeps significantly larger than 1 grain. Interestingly, re-
outward from the core of the body. Provided a peated exposure to minute amounts of arsenic al-
lethal dose was imbibed, paralysis stops the work- lows a character to build a tolerance, so that doses
ings of the victim’s heart within 2d100 minutes. normally fatal to others do not affect the character
Symptoms during the onset may include chest pain, with tolerance. For each grain ingested, 15 LP of
extreme anxiety, irregular heart beat, loss of speech damage occur. If the character survives their con-
control, nausea, pinpoint pupils, numb throat, numb tact with arsenic, then they acquire a cumulative 1%
hands, numb mouth, and vomiting. Life Points will chance of immunity to the damage of it the next
decrease proportionally. time the character contacts arsenic.

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 Baneberry is a poisonous plant widely dis- Botulism is a poison resultant from bacte-
tributed in the woods and it grows up to 2 feet in ria. Symptoms begin (1d20 + 16) hours after inges-
height. Small, feathery, white flowers bloom in the tion. Botulism affects the central nervous system
spring. Black berries ripen in autumn. The berries and interrupts nerve impulses, though the mind
are poisonous, containing an oil that causes abdomi- continues functioning nor mally. Disability
nal pain, fever, nausea or vomiting, and diarrhea. progresses from difficulty in walking and swallow-
After ingesting the berries, it takes from 8d6 hours ing and impaired vision and speech to occasional
for the effects to occur, and they last for (1d6 + 2) convulsions and ultimately to paralysis of the respi-
days. This poison is only rarely lethal. Each berry ratory muscles, suffocation, and death, all within a
eaten lowers the character’s LP by 1 until the effects few hours or days depending on the amount in-
wear off or the character dies from ingesting too gested. 66% of those who ingest botulism die.
many. Add 17 to the number of berries eaten to Cantharides are powders made from poi-
obtain a TH. The character who ingested these ber- sonous beetles. If placed on clothing, when worn
ries must pass a Health sub-ability check at this TH this produces suppurating skin lesions. For each
for each of the symptoms to avoid them (abdomi- vial of powder ingested, 1d4 LP of damage occurs.
nal pain, fever, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea). Cocklebur is a poisonous plant that is poi-
Belladonna, a variety of nightshade known sonous when young, but harmless after it matures.
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as deadly nightshade, is a plant with large simple The seeds and seedlings contain the highest quanti-
leaves and bell-shaped flowers. The fruit is a single ties of poison, yet the whole plant may be consid-
green berry that becomes purple to black with ma- ered toxic. Any species may become poisoned upon
turity. All parts of this plant are poisonous and nar- consumption. Once ingested, death may follow in
cotic. The leaves and roots contain atropine, which (2d20 + 1d8) hours. LP decrease proportionately.
dilates the pupils of the eyes. Female characters use Daphne is a poisonous shrub in which the
extracts of belladonna for the cosmetic value of this poisonous parts are the berries, bark, and foliage.
dilating effect. Each berry does 2 LP damage. If a Its flowers are yellow-greenish, its foliage is like an
fatal amount is eaten (enough to reduce a character evergreen, and its berries are either bluish-black or
to 0 LP), then they will die in 6d4 hours. Otherwise, bright red. When taken into the mouth, the berries
after this time they will recover 2 LP per hour. produce an immediate and intense burning. Chew-
Bittersweet, a variety of nightshade, is a ing the bark or fruits causes painful blistering of the
woody and vine-like northern plant with small and lips, mouth, and throat, with salivation, thirst, and
greenish flowers. While the flowers are inconspicu- inability to eat or drink, followed by swelling of the
ous, the fruits are brightly colored. All parts of this eyelids and nostrils, intense burning of the digestive
plant are poisonous, and if eaten in generous quan- tract, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, weakness, head-
tities, may be fatal. 1-10 pounds of plant material aches, and in severe cases, delirium, convulsions,
may be lethal to a horse. Therefore, 1d10 ounces coma, and death. Eating only a few berries may be
of the plant are a lethal dose to a character. If at lethal to a small child. Each berry eaten causes 2 LP
least an ounce is ingested, then Health sub-ability damage. The sap of Daphne may cause severe skin
checks must be passed at TH 18 to avoid each of irritation and ulceration, and the poison may enter
the following signs of poisoning, which will appear the body through skin contact.
in 1d6 hours and last for 1d6 hours. Signs of poi-
soning include vomiting, poor appetite, abdominal
pain, depression, difficulty breathing, weakness, col-
lapse, convulsions, and diarrhea, which may become
bloody.

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 Destroying Angel is a large, white, poison- False Hellebore is a plant with numerous
ous mushroom. A lethal dose for a healthy adult wide leaves that are narrow at both ends, and is widely
human male is about half of a mushroom cap. distributed in swamps. The vegetation, if eaten at a
Symptoms will begin 10 hours after ingestion, though particular time during pregnancy by sheep and other
death may be delayed as long as 1d10 days later. The animals, may produce birth abnormalities. The sus-
toxin causes severe abdominal upset, followed by ceptible period is less than 1 day. The common
failure of the liver, kidney, and circulatory system. deformity produced, called cyclopia, is malforma-
It is a painful experience and is known for the in- tion of the face resulting in (01-50) a single median
herent suffering. No known antidote prevents death eye or (51-100) 2 eyeballs in a single central socket.
once eaten. Each half of a mushroom cap eaten If a pregnant animal or character ingests this plant
causes 25 LP damage, which is distributed propor- during pregnancy, then 1d1000 must be rolled. If
tionally over the progression of symptoms prior to the result is 001, then the child will be malformed.
death. Ergot is a hard, blackish fungus that grows
Diphtheria is poison that is destroyed by on various cultivated and wild grasses, most notably
gastrointestinal juices, though it carries a highly in- on rye, wheat, and barley. Characters who eat bread
fectious air-borne disease that mostly affects chil- from infected grain suffer from a disease called er-
dren. If breathed, it forms a false membrane in the gotism. Animals are subject to ergot poisoning as
passages of the upper respiratory system. From well as humanoids. Symptoms include digestive ir-

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here, a toxin seeps in, damaging the heart and cen- ritation such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting,
tral nervous system, and may lead to death. If they diarrhea, thirst, headache, loss of 1d100 points in
survive, then 5 days after the initial infection, a gray- Health, loss of 1d100 points in Agility, loss of 1d100
white exudates is formed on the walls of the nose points in Hand-Eye Coordination, muscle tremors,
and throat. It increases in size and thickness, even- and convulsions. The above symptoms are followed
tually blocking off air passages and suffocating the by drowsiness and temporary paralysis. Large in-
character. If infected, a character must pass a Health gested amounts produce severe convulsions, hyper-
sub-ability check at TH 15 or die in 1d10 days. excitability, belligerency, and trembling.
Dysentery is caused from a parasite, which Henbane is a coarse, hairy, and foul-smell-
in turn is usually caused by unsanitary conditions. ing herb that bears alternate, bluntly lobed leaves.
This toxin is most commonly spread by water or The flowers are bell-shaped, displaying dull yellow
uncooked food. Dysentery is a an acute or chronic streaked with purple and surrounded with green.
disease of the large intestine, characterized by fre- The leaves and seeds of henbane are poisonous,
quent passage of small, watery stools, often con- contain atropine, and have been used for medicinal
taining blood and mucus, accompanied by severe purposes since ancient times. If the roots are in-
abdominal cramps. If infected, a character must gested, characters develop symptoms of thirst, dry
pass a Health sub-ability check at TH 13 or die in mouth, dilated pupils, warm and flushed skin, in-
2d10 days. creased heart rate, purposeless motions, and hallu-
cinations. If the flowers are ingested, characters
develop symptoms of agitation, restlessness, dry
skin, and pupil dilation. If more than an ounce of
either is ingested, a Health sub-ability check must
be passed at TH 18 to avoid death. Each ounce
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 Histamines are poisons that result from Poison Hemlock is a poisonous plant that
insect stings, producing irritation and swelling. His- may reach 10 feet in height, and in which the poi-
tamine also causes contractions of involuntary son is distributed throughout the entire plant and
muscles, especially of the genital tract. If at least 1 upon reacting with the nervous system, causes pa-
fluid ounce of histamines is in the body of a char- ralysis. This plant is of the parsley family and is a
acter, then the character must pass a Health sub- large, coarse, unpleasant-smelling plant. Poison hem-
ability check to remain alive. The TH is 13 for each lock induces trembling, loss of coordination, respi-
fluid ounce of histamines in the body of a charac- ratory paralysis, and eventually death. As it takes
ter. effect, it ascends the body, progressing from the feet
Mercury, also known as quicksilver, varies to the head. The victim’s mind remains clear to the
greatly in toxicity depending on the route of expo- end. A lethal dose is 4-5 pounds of leaves for a
sure. Ingestion is largely without effects. Inhala- horse, 1-2 pounds for cattle, and less than ½ pound
tion of the vapor -- which is colorless, odorless, and for sheep. A fatal dose for a character is (1d8 + 8)
tasteless -- causes severe respiratory irritation, di- ounces of the plant or the equivalent when extracted.
gestive disturbances, and marked kidney damage, Each ounce does 2 LP damage. Within 2 hours of
often instantly. It has been known to cause violent eating the plant, characters become nervous, tremble,
vomiting and eventual circulatory or kidney failure and grow uncoordinated. After the excitement
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in its victims. It is a silvery, noncombustible, and phase, the character becomes depressed; the heart
odorless liquid. and respiratory rates slow down. The legs, ears, and
Oleander is a poisonous plant that affects other extremities become cold and bloating may
the heart. Also called rose laurel, this is an ever- occur. In lethal cases, the character dies (1d6 + 4)
green shrub with flowers and leathery leaves. Its hours after ingestion.
sap is highly toxic, and a single leaf may contain a Poison Ivy is a poisonous plant that brings
lethal dose. A lethal dose for a character is 1d10 about skin irritation. A lacquer-like resin in the sap
leaves. A lethal dose for a horse is ¼ pound of is the source of irritation. The effects do not be-
leaves, usually (30 +1d10) leaves. Occasionally, ani- come apparent for hours. First, the skin reddens
mals die after ingestion without warning. Other- and begins to itch. Small, watery blisters soon ap-
wise, symptoms include depression, vomiting, diar- pear and the itching becomes intense. Recovery
rhea, abdominal pain, irregularities in the heart rate occurs in 1d4 weeks. Scratching may cause it to
and rhythm. Each of these symptoms may be spread.
avoided by passing a Health check at TH 18. As the Rhubarb is a plant with edible stalks and
poison progresses, the extremities may become cold. poisonous leaves. When the leaves are eaten, the
Symptoms occur in a few hours. Trembling and poison passes to the bloodstream and crystallizes in
collapse (2 Health checks at TH 20) can occur, fol- the kidneys, rupturing the tubules. Affected crea-
lowed by coma (30% chance) and death (70% tures will appear depressed, may stagger and tremble
chance) within a few hours. (Health sub-ability check at TH 18), and appear weak.
Often, they will drink and urinate more as kidney
function declines. A lethal dose of ingested leaves
for a character may only be 1.5% of their body
weight (Health check at TH 13), 3% of body weight
(TH 16), 4.5% of body weight (TH 18), 6% of body
weight (TH 21, or 7.5% of body weight (TH 28).
Additional symptoms include abdominal pain, nau-
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 Sapremia is a form of blood poisoning Spider venom – all spiders are venomous,
caused by toxic products that result from the action though many cannot break a character’s skin or lack
of putrefactive microorganisms on dead tissue. the potency in small doses to be dangerous to char-
Sapremia often accompanies gangrene. If a charac- acters. Spider (arachnid) venom is neurotoxic (para-
ter acquires sapremia, then they must pass a Health lyzing nerve centers that control respiration and
sub-ability check at TH 16 to overcome it. Other- heart actions). Symptoms include local pain and
wise, the infected character will feel weak and lose swelling, nausea, and difficulty in breathing.
1d100 points of Strength and Drive. In another Tetanus is a poison that is destroyed by gas-
2d4 days, the character may attempt another Health trointestinal juices. The infection of the nervous
check in order to overcome sapremia. When mak- system causes muscle spasm. Also called lockjaw, it
ing Health checks, if the result is 9 or less, the char- is obtained from contact with rust in wounds. The
acter instantly dies. incubation period lasts from 2 weeks to several
Serums against venoms can be obtained by months, but most often is 2 weeks (80% of the time,
injecting animals (such as horses) with small amounts otherwise roll 2d8 weeks). The first symptoms are
of the venom and extracting the immune serum or headache and depression, followed by difficulty in
antivenin that the animal’s body produces in defense. swallowing and in opening the jaws. Stiffness of
Snake venoms are broadly classified as ei- the neck develops and gradually a spasm of the cheek
ther hemotoxic (damaging blood vessels and caus- muscles sets the face in a peculiar, sardonic grin.

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ing hemorrhage) or neurotoxic (paralyzing nerve Eventually, the spasms spread to other muscles of
centers that control respiration and heart actions), the body. About 2 in 3 cases are fatal (Health sub-
though sometimes are a combination of the 2 cat- ability check at TH 19).
egories. If affected by snake venom, a character Water Hemlock is a poisonous plant in
must make a Health sub-ability check at TH 17 to which the most poisonous part is the roots. Water
avoid its effects. If the character is affected, then hemlock, when eaten, brings about convulsions. The
the Aedile must determine the percentile chance that roots grow in clusters of tubes roughly 2 feet in
death occurs. If the venom is hemotoxic, then the length. The amount of root that must be eaten to
character loses 1d100 points of Strength and Drive. cause death is very small; 1 or 2 bites of the root
If the venom is neurotoxic, then symptoms include may be fatal to a character. Only 8 ounces will kill a
local pain and swelling, nausea, and difficulty in horse. The root does 20 LP damage per bite to
breathing. characters. The plant grows in swamps, along
Spider, black widow – only the female is streams, and in other moist conditions. Once in-
poisonous and she bites only defensively, not ag- gested, signs will develop within an hour, though
gressively. Her poison is neurotoxic (paralyzing often within 10-15 minutes [50% chance of devel-
nerve centers that control respiration and heart ac- oping in (8 + 2d4) minutes, otherwise roll 1d6 and
tions) and is followed by local pain and swelling, 1d10 for a result from 1-60 minutes]. The syndrome
nausea, difficulty in breathing, and is sometimes fa- is very violent. First, nervousness occurs and the
tal (Health sub-ability check at TH 17). pupils become dilated. Later, muscle tremors oc-
Spider, brown recluse – the bite of this cur, the character has difficulty breathing, falls down
spider causes a long-lasting sore that involves tissue and goes into convulsions. Death from respiratory
death, and severe reactions to it may become life- paralysis and terminal convulsions is a typical out-
threatening (Health sub-ability check at TH 17). come, occurring within 3d10 minutes of the onset
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 Wild Black Cherry is a poisonous plant in Yew is an evergreen, needle-bearing tree and
which the poisonous part is damaged foliage. Cya- shrub that persists through the winter. The fruit is
nide is released in the plant whenever the leaves are an attractive scarlet berry. The wood is slow-grow-
damaged. Most animals can safely consume small ing, strong, fine-grained, and is utilized in cabinetry
amounts of healthy leaves, bark, and fruit. As little and archery bows. The branches are often twisted
as 2 ounces of damaged leaves, however, may be or gnarled, and the bark is red and scaly. Yew trees
fatal. 10 LP of damage occurs in a character per are often sacred to druids. The foliage and seeds
ounce of damaged leaves ingested. Some make contain potent poisons that act to stop the heart of
poisonous tea from the leaves. Cyanide prevents an animal so suddenly that no symptoms are seen;
the body from being able to utilize oxygen, so al- the animal simply drops dead. The poison reacts
though animals may be physically capable of breath- with the nervous system, causing heart block. The
ing, their entire bodies are suffocating. After inges- berries are the least poisonous part of the plant. 1
tion, signs will (60% of the time) manifest within a mouthful is enough to kill a horse or cow in 1d6
1d4 minutes, though it may take as long as an hour minutes. As little as 0.1 – 0.6% (roll 1d6) of the
(in this case, roll 1d6 and 1d10 to determine 1-60 fresh plant per body weight is lethal.
minutes). The character will try to breathe more
rapidly and deeply, and then become anxious and
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stressed. Later, trembling, incoordination, attempts

to urinate and defecate and collapse is noted, which
can proceed to a violent death from respiratory and/
or cardiac arrest within 3d20 minutes. If an affected
character is still alive 2 or 3 hours after consump-
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 Chapter 18: Warfare

Chapter 18: Warfare

In F.A.T.A.L., warfare means combat involv- The larger the scale of combat, the more
ing large numbers of combatants. The difference abstract it is. Regarding warfare and the game, there
between Chapter 10: Combat and this chapter is scale. are several ways to conduct it depending on circum-
It is appropriate to consult the former regarding stance. In some cases, it is most desirable and ap-
combats that may be enacted on an individual basis, propriate to conduct warfare round by round. In
where each combatant is considered individually. other cases, it is more useful to be able to determine
Warfare, on the other hand, is concerned with large- the result of a battle with 1 roll of the dice.
scale combats in which it is infeasible to proceed
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 Forces”, which will be entered in the
End-Focused Warfare final calculation.
The following is a step by step procedure d. If the result from 1b is less than or
for determining the outcome of a battle with 1 roll equal to 1, then consider the result,
of the dice. Each leader or general of a force in a which represents advantage, for this
battle must complete the following procedure. For force for “Size and Power of Forces”
the following calculations, round all numbers to 2 to be 0 in the final calculation.
decimal places. 2. Home Advantage
1. Size and Power of Forces a. If a force battles on its home terri-
a. For each force in the battle (usually, tory, such as in the example above
there are only 2) sum the total num- when the bugbears and trolls attack
ber of combatants and multiply the human hamlet, then the force
them by their Life Points. For ex- battling on its home territory gains
ample, a force comprised of 80 bug- a Home Advantage of 5.
bears (let’s say averaging 30 LP each) b. Those who are not fighting on home
and 20 subterranean trolls (averag- territory do not gain a bonus or suf-
ing 35 LP each) is summed into (80 fer a penalty.
x 30) + (20 x 35) = (2400 + 700) = 3. Leader Age
3100. Consider this sum to be called a. Refer to Chapter 2: Body for Lifespan
‘A’ for the attacker’s forces and ‘F’ and age categories, such as Middle-
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for the foe’s forces. For the sake of Age.

a complete battle example, another b. If the leader of a force is in the
force may simply consist of 31 hu- Middle-Age category, then that force
man farmers (average of 20 LP each) gains + 10 for Leader Age.
defending their hamlet. This force c. If the leader of a force is in the Old-
is summed into (31 x 20) = 620. Age category, then that force gains
b. Each general or leader of a force + 5 for Leader Age.
must calculate the following: A/F. d. If the leader of a force is in the Pu-
That is, divide the total from the berty or Venerable category, then
previous step (1a.). For instance, the that force suffers - 5 for Leader Age.
example above, from the human side 4. Leader Competence
of the force, would become 620/ a. Here, the competence of a leader is
3100 = 0.2. However, for the non- the number of previous cumulative
human force, the result is 3100/620 victories in battles. Leaders who
= 5. have prior success leading forces in
c. If the result from the previous step battle are more likely to make good
(1b.) is greater than 1, then take 1 decisions regarding battle and also
divided by the number. For example, to instill Drive from the combatants
the non-human force would become and fear or cautious respect in their
(1/5) = 0.2. Next, subtract this re- foes.
sult from 1. For example, the non- b. Multiply the number of cumulative
human force would become (1 - 0.2) victories of a leader by 3 and con-
= 0.8. Square this result. For ex- sider this number “Leader Compe-
ample, the non-human force would tence” in the final calculation for
become (0.8 x 0.8) = 0.64. Finally, each force.
multiply this number by 100 to have
the result for “Size and Power of

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 5. Fortification For example, above we determined that a
a. If a defending force has a fortifica- human force had a “Size and Power of Forces” of
tion, then this adds to their overall 0, while a non-human force had 64. The human
effectiveness in battle. force gains a “Home Advantage”, while the attack-
b. If a defending force has only a town ing non-human force does not. The human farm-
wall, then add 5 for “Fortification”. ers, we’ll say, end up being led by a middle-aged
c. If a defending force has only a town leader, so they gain 10, while the non-human force
wall and siege engines, then add 10 is led by a young adult, which results in no modifier.
for “Fortification”. Next, we’ll say that these particular farmers have
d. If a defending force has a castle, then never participated in combat before, and so the
add 15 for “Fortification”. leader has not demonstrated “Leader Competence”,
e. If a defending force has a castle on earning no bonus. Meanwhile, the leader of the
a mountaintop with a moat and siege non-human force has successfully destroyed 5 other
engines, then add 20 for “Fortifica- hamlets, equating to gaining 15. Finally, the hamlet
tion”. has nothing to qualify it for a “Fortification” bonus.
6. Miscellaneous Variables In sum:
a. The Aedile may determine other
miscellaneous variables are relevant Human Force = (0 + 10 + 0 + 0) = + 10.
to the battle, such as soldier sickness, Non-human Force = (64 + 0 + 15 + 0) = + 79.
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the extent of the use of magic, etc. The leader of the human force rolls 1d100,
gets a 55, adds the +10 bonus, and has an end result
Calculation for All Variables of 65. The leader of the non-human force rolls
(Size and Power of Forces) + (Home Advantage) + 1d100, gets an 09, adds +79 bonus, and has an end
(Leader Age) + (Leader Competence) + (Fortifica- result of 88. The non-human force successfully
tion) + (Miscellaneous Variables) = Bonus Per Force slaughters the human force, giving them no quarter.

Finally, the leader of each force must roll

1d100 and add the Bonus Per Force calculated above.
The force with the highest number wins. The win-
ner of the force may slaughter and give their foes
no quarter at their own discretion. Otherwise, the
winner may roll 1d100 to determine what percent
of the foe’s forces are subdued and may be taken
prisoner. When the trolls and bugbears attacked BELLUM.INTERNECINUM
the human hamlet, the remainder of the foe’s forces
were slaughtered in battle.
To determine the casualties of the winner,
simply subtract the number of survivors or prison-
ers of the loser’s force at the time victory is deter-
mined above from the winner’s initial total number a war of extermination
of forces. Roll (1d100)% and apply it to this amount
to determine what percent of this number is the
casualties for the winner.

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 LP: The sum of all Life Points
Warfare by Time-Unit CA: The average Current Armor of the
Since it is possible for battles to last for days warriors
on end, the unit of time for battles will not be a Drive: The average Drive
round consisting of 3 seconds, but a round consist- Sprint: The slowest Sprint speed applies to
ing of 30 minutes. the squad

Typically, centuries are all comprised of the

Organization same type of as well, such as heavy cavalry, light
cavalry, charioteers, heavy infantry, light infantry, ar-
Different kindoms and races have differing
chers, shield-bearers, or slingers
methods, if any, of organizing their combatants.
Officers are trained and educated warriors.
This system of warfare will utilize a dominant
Few armies have officers, but those that do benefit
method of organization for the sake of consistency.
from organization tend to be significantly more ef-
However, depending on the kingdom and race in
fective. Very few officers command warriors. The
question, organization may be quite different.
commanding officer of an army is called a legate.
Since soldiers and mercenaries are different
Below the legate are tribunes. 1 tribune, called a
occupations, warriors refer to general combatants.
senior tribune, is in charge of each legion. Beneath
The table below illustrates how warriors are orga-
the senior tribune are 5 tribunes, each in charge of
nized into groups:
2 cohorts.
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N um be r of War riors N am e of Group Instead of officers, most armies are led by

10 Squa d (or c ontube rni um) nobles, who are educated, but often they are un-
100 Ce ntury (1 0 squa ds) trained or inexperienced warriors.
1,000 Cohort (1 0 c e nturi e s)
10,000 Le gi on (1 0 c ohorts)
As far as demonstrating combat in minia-
ture scale, it depends on the scale of combat and
The use of these differentiations is to sepa- the size of your tabletop. It is recommended that a
rate types and races of warriors, as well as to allow 1” x 1” grid is used, and that 1” represents 1 squad,
for varying tactics (see below). or roughly 30’.
All warriors in a century, which must con-
sist of 2-10 squads, are typically unable to fight at Types
once. However, combinations of infantry are com- Below are discussed the type or function of
mon, such as a frontline of swordsmen who are re- warriors within an army. The type of warriors are
inforced by warriors with polearms. Usually, only arranged alphabetically:
the warriors on the frontline of combat may fight,
which is the first squad. Meanwhile, the duty of the Archer, Crossbow: Archers are trained war-
second squad is to wait for the first squad to die so riors, usually either soldiers or mercenaries. This
they may advance. Most often, the inexperienced type of archer specializes with the crossbow and
and youngest warriors are placed in front, while the often has experience with the shortbow. The
older and more experienced warriors stand behind
shortbowmen with the finest aim are selected to be
them.
crossbowmen, also called arbalestiers. Crossbowmen
The warriors of each squad share a tent are renowned to require very little training, as the
when on campaign. It is assumed that squads are crossbow is one of the easiest weapons to use. Ar-
comprised of warriors who do not differ from each chers are usually organized into centuries, as ex-
other; they are the same race, wear the same armor, plained below. The common archer wears a
swing the same weapons, etc. The characteristics gambeson and uses their crossbow.
of a squad include the following:

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 Archer, Longbow: Archers are trained war- Infantry, Light: Infantry are trained war-
riors, usually either soldiers or mercenaries. This riors, usually either soldiers or mercenaries. Light
type of archer specializes with the longbow and usu- infantry are usually inexperienced and young. Light
ally has experience with the shortbow. The finest infantry tend to have little armor and simple weap-
shortbowmen are selected to be longbowmen. Ar- ons. While light infantry may vary considerably de-
chers are usually organized into centuries, as ex- pending on the army, the most common type of
plained below. The common archer wears a light infantry wears a gambeson and wields a short
gambeson and uses their bow. sword.
Archer, Shortbow: Archers are trained war- Peasants: Peasants are commoners who lack
riors, usually either soldiers or mercenaries. This military training. Peasants tend to have adequate
type of archer specializes with the shortbow. Ar- abilities pertinent to warfare such as Health or Physi-
chers are usually organized into centuries, as ex- cal Fitness. Generally, peasants only join an army
plained below. The common archer wears a or partake in military action in extreme situations,
gambeson and uses their bow. such as home defense. Peasants often do not have
Cavalry, Heavy: Cavalry are trained and armor, though some may wear a gambeson. The
mounted warriors, usually either soldiers or merce- weapons of peasants are only those which are easily
naries. Heavy cavalry use heavy warhorses capable available, such as pitchforks, knives, cleavers, clubs,
of sustaining the great weight of the armored war- or other such weapons.
rior. Heavy warhorses usually wear barding as ar- Shield-bearers: A shield-bearer is a warrior
mor for their protection. These warriors often re- with minimal training who bears a large shield. The

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semble heavy infantry, except that the most com- purpose of a shield-bearer is to protect others, usu-
mon weapons tend to be battle axes, flails, or war ally archers, from missile attacks.
hammers. Special warriors who are heavy cavalry Siegeworks artisan: A siegeworks artisan,
are called knights (see Chivalry in Chap. 6: Sociality). also called a siegeworks technician, is a common la-
Cavalry, Light: Cavalry are trained and borer, usually either a carpenter or a miner. They
mounted warriors, usually either soldiers or merce- accompany an army so that siege engines may be
naries. Light cavalry use light horses capable of built or tunnels may be dug to topple a wall of a
speed, and they are not weighed down with barding. foe’s fortification. Siegeworks artisans do not com-
These warriors usually resemble light infantry, ex- mand the operation of siege engines (see Chap. 9:
cept that the most common weapons tend to be Equipment), but assist siegeworks master artisans. A
battle axes, flails, or war hammers. siegeworks artisan typically wears a gambeson and
Charioteer: A charioteer is a trained war- carries either a military pick if they are a miner, or
rior, usually either a soldier or a mercenary. Chari- common tools if a carpenter.
oteers usually have experience as both infantry and Siegeworks master artisan: A siegeworks
cavalry. The most common charioteer wears leather master artisan is a siegeworks artisan with previous
armor and wields a spear and sword. experience as a siegeworks artisan. The duty of a
Infantry, Heavy: Infantry are trained war- siegeworks master artisan is to command the
riors, usually either soldiers or mercenaries. Heavy siegeworks artisans regarding siege engines and war-
infantry are usually experienced veterans. Heavy fare. For instance, it is the siegeworks master arti-
infantry tend to have sufficient armor and may have san who commands the siegeworks artisans to ad-
a variety of weapons. While heavy infantry may vary just the aim of a catapult, its tension, and the weight
considerably depending on the army, the most com- of the projectile.
mon type of heavy infantry wears chainmail, holds Slingers: Slingers are warriors skilled with
a shield, and wields a broadsword. the use of the sling, which is a difficult weapon (see
Chap. 9: Equipment). Slingers require substantial room
to adequately use a sling, so they may not be as con-
centrated as archers.

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 Tactics mate of the range to the foe, then yells “loose.”
Then, the Centenaurs echo the command and thou-
Tactics is the art and science of maneuver-
sands of arrows fly skyward. On occasion, the
ing warriors or vessels in relation to each other and
Master of the Archers might only order specific ar-
the foe in warfare. For most human cultures, tactics
chery centuries to fire if the foe’s warriors are ad-
are extremely simple. Most armies are undisciplined
vancing only on a portion of the front. In most
masses of warriors. Both sides simply line up their
battles, however, the onslaught is either all or noth-
masses of cavalry with infantry in the front. The
ing.
infantry usually open the battle. When a leader on
one side or the other judges the moment to be ap-
propriate, cavalry are commanded to charge. The Council of War
timing of the charge of the cavalry usually decides As armies march across land, word of the
the victor. approaching army may be brought to a foe by a
Armies that value organization utilize the scout, peasant, or traveler. If the presence of an
cohort and consider it to be a good formation. Such army is reported, then most military leaders attempt
armies often organize a legion into 3 lines. The front- to hold a council of war. Heralds often work out
line consists of 4 cohorts abreast, while the middle the details of conflicts before warfare is necessary.
and rear groups each consist of 3 cohorts. If unsuccessful, then the location of the battle is
As 2 opposing fronts rush to meet each often determined mutually. If an agreement can-
other, a thoughtful maneuver is called a wedge. To not be reached or heralds are murdered, then a siege
enact a wedge tactic, 1 small portion of the front is is often the result.
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allowed to be farther ahead than the others, who

successively hang farther back the farther they are Siege Warfare
away from the small portion in front. When war- A siege is a method of warfare in which an
riors in a wedge formation rush at an even front, a attacking army surrounds a defender’s fortification.
break may be forced in the foe’s frontline, which Warfare is 99% siege, 1% battle. Armies take siege
allows the foe to be attacked from within and be- technicians with them on campaign. Siege techni-
hind their own ranks. cians are carpenters and miners, while master siege
artisans have years of experience with siege warfare.
Archers Once the defender’s fortification is surrounded, siege
Archers are often organized into centuries technicians employ the use of various siege engines
of 10 ranks in depth. The commander of a century or techniques, such as catapults, battering rams, scal-
of 100 archers is called a Centenaur. When trained ing ladders, and digging under walls to topple them.
to function as a unit, archers quickly learn at which By custom among foes of the same species
angle to aim their bows to strike a target at a certain or race, if the defenders surrender without a fight,
distance. The most experienced archers are placed then the fortification will not be plundered. Both
in the front row to provide a guide for the others. sides prefer to end the confrontation through ne-
The Centenaur specifies the distance and the cen- gotiation, which is usually a war of nerves. In gen-
tury releases arrows accordingly, even though only eral, the besieger does not want to attack due to the
the archers in the first few ranks can see the foe. A expense, death of many troops, the fact that sieges
typical army may have 50 centuries of such archers are difficult endeavors, and since a siege can ruin
available. In overall command of the centuries is the value of the fortification. For different reasons,
the Master of the Archers, an experienced knight the defender wants to avoid confrontation. For in-
who is, unlike most knights, skilled with the bow. stance, time is often on the side of the besieger, and
When appropriate, the Master of the Ar- the prospect of losing one’s home and life is dis-
chers yells to the Centenaurs “Ready,” then his esti- couraging. Therefore, negotiations via heralds are
usually underway since the beginning of the siege.

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 During a siege, the besiegers may attempt Using Siege Weapons
to mine through or under a wall. A tunnel may only Most siege weapons require multiple char-
be dug in ground that is neither marshy or rocky. acters to use. To use such a siege weapon, whoever
When underneath a moat or wall, miners support is in charge of the siege weapon must make a
the ceiling of the tunnel with wooden timbers. If Weapon (Specific) skill check (see Ch. 8: Skills).
the goal is to collapse the wall, then the miners fill However, aiming at characters or objects is differ-
the end of the tunnel with flammable materials, ig- ent with siege weapons than it is with traditional
nite them, and retreat. Another goal of mining is melee or missile weapons. Consult the table below
to tunnel into the fortification so that soldiers may to determine the CA of a target when using a cata-
enter with surprise. However, it is common for pult, lithobolus, onager, or trebuchet:
defenders to set a small bowl of water atop a wall
and watch for ripples, which may detect mining. Targe t Siz e Cur re nt A r m or
Defenders may dig a counter-mine to intercept the Huma noi d 10
Ca rri a ge 15
miners. Once intercepted, they may be attacked or Bui l di ng (2 0 ’ x 2 0 ’ x 2 0 ’ ) 20
smoked out of the mine. If successful, the counter- Sma l l k e e p (1 0 0 ’ x 1 0 0 ’ x 1 0 0 ’ ) 25
miners will collapse the mine. Ca stl e (1 , 0 0 0 ’ x 1 , 0 0 0 ’ x 1 , 0 0 0 ’ ) 30
If a portion of a wall is toppled, then de- La rge c i ty 35
fenders often surrender when the wall topples to
avoid bloodshed. Throughout the siege, the her-
alds of the besieger attempt to convince the de-
Raising an Army

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fender that it is never too early to surrender. The
defender, however, has much at stake. Even if a While cultures and states differ, generally
surrender is successful and honored, the defender speaking the most effective humanoid armies con-
may be sentenced to death by their allies for allow- sist of professional, paid warriors. Mercenaries play
ing the loss of the fortification without every pos- a vital role, as well as soldiers (see Chap. 7: Occupa-
sible measure taken. tion). Mercenaries are popular because maintaining
Assuming that time is not a concern and that private armies is expensive. Oftentimes, each land-
reinforcements will not arrive for the defender, a holder is obligated to render 40 days of armed ser-
common strategy for the besieger is not to attack at vice to their lord. Though, this depends on how
all, but to prevent all entry and exit. In time, the much land is held and the original arrangement. It
defenders will starve, quarrel with each other, and is expected that landowners are the most motivated
surrender. However, this strategy might take warriors, because they may lose their homes. How-
months, and in the meantime, the besieger’s army ever, raising landowners as warriors is often ineffec-
must be paid and fed. tive. For instance, when the obligatory term of 40
Upon encountering moats and ditches, be- days expired, landowners quickly abandon the army.
siegers often attempt to fill them with dirt or bundles Since most military campaigns outlast 40 days, this
of wood. Nevertheless, depending on the quality can be disruptive and dangerous.
of the fortification, the defender usually has the fa- Elsewhere, it is popular for the landowners
vored position when a besieger simply attempts to to be paid for service instead of obligated to 40
directly storm the fortification. days. Usually, enlisted soldiers are paid every 90 days.
When storming a fortification, a thoughtful Moreover, upon retirement from the army, it is cus-
tactic is called a testudo formation. Warriors in a tomary that a plot of land or fixed sum of money
testudo formation carry body shields, stand close will be granted to the warrior. Regardless, of how
together, and hold their shields over their heads. This an army is raised, it is rare to find an army larger
formation significantly reduces damage from mis- than 10,000 warriors.
siles above.
1. Information on siege warfare has been referenced from The Medieval Fortress and Life in a Medieval Castle. For more
information, see the References section at the end of this book.

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 Wages Movement
Below are common wages for military per- Armies move across land at the rate of the
sonnel. Pay is listed per 90 days of service: slowest member of the army. Consult the headings
of Walk and Forced March under the Sprint skill
(see Chap. 8: Skills), as well as the Physical Fitness
Militar y Wage s sub-ability (see Chap. 3: Abilities), and Encumbrance
Wage Ty pe of Troop (see Chap. 9: Equipment). Consider the slowest mem-
4 0 0 s. p. Untra i ne d pe a sa nt ber of the army to determine the maximum that an
9 0 0 s. p. Infa ntry, l i ght
1 , 1 0 0 s. p. Infa ntry, he a v y army may move.
1 , 4 0 0 s. p. Ca v a l ry, l i ght For instance, if the slowest member of an
2 , 2 0 0 s. p. Ca v a l ry, he a v y army is a human of average Physical Fitness (55
2 , 7 0 0 s. p. Cha ri ote e r Sprint Speed), and he is unencumbered, then the
4 , 5 0 0 s. p. Kni ght
army may move at 2 (55/20) miles per hour, or 16
1 0 , 8 0 0 s. p. Nobl e , l e sse r or offi c e r
2 2 , 5 0 0 s. p. Nobl e , gre a te r or offi c e r miles after 8 hours of marching.
9 0 0 s. p. Sl i nge r Next, consider the terrain over which the
9 0 0 s. p. Shi e l d-be a re r army moves. Armies are more hindered by terrain
9 0 0 s. p. Arc he r, shortbow than individuals. Multiply the number of miles cov-
1 , 1 0 0 s. p. Arc he r, l ongbow
ered in a given terrain by its Movement Modifier
1 , 4 0 0 s. p. Arc he r, c rossbow
9 0 0 s. p. Si e ge work s a rti sa n or te c hni c i a n below:
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9 , 0 0 0 s. p. Si e ge work s ma ste r a rti sa n

Te r rain Move m e nt
Ci ty Bl oc k s 1.00
Pl a i ns w/Roa d 1.00
Pl a i ns w/Tra i l 0.95
Pl a i ns 0.90
Fore st w/Roa d 0.95
Fore st w/Tra i l 0.90
Fore st 0.80
Hi l l s w/Roa d 0.80
Hi l l s w/Tra i l 0.75
Hi l l s 0.70
Fore ste d Hi l l s w/Roa d 0.75
Fore ste d Hi l l s w/Tra i l 0.70
Fore ste d Hi l l s 0.65
Mounta i ns w/Roa d 0.40
Mounta i ns w/Tra i l 0.35
Mounta i ns 0.30
Fore ste d Mounta i ns w/Roa d 0.35
Fore ste d Mounta i ns w/Tra i l 0.30
Fore ste d Mounta i ns 0.25

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Logistics Pillage, Plunder, and Ransom
The method of supplying warriors with food Pillage
is known as logistics. Few armies have a system of The loyalty of warriors may be maintained
logistics. Without such a system, the warriors have by occasional opportunities to pillage the country-
to live off the land. This, however, is not as easy as side and plunder particularly rich locales, such as
it sounds. towns. The warriors know that rich opportunities
Each human needs 3 pounds of food per do not always present themselves during a military
day, and 20 for each horse. If these requirements campaign. But, a share of the plunder can make
are unmet, first hunger occurs, then dissertion or even a common soldier rich beyond their wildest
they starve to death. The horses may be grazed, dreams. As armies travel, the warriors live off of
but grazing does not leave much time for the army unarmed locals, taking food and other valuables by
to travel. Grazing requires 4-6 hours per day. Dur- force or Intimidation. Pillage is usually discouraged
ing this time, however, the warriors may forage the by military leaders while in friendly territory. Once
countryside for food. The local peasants of the in the foe’s territory, however, pillage is encouraged.
foe’s territory consider the foraging of invading After all, pillaging the foe’s lands and characters
armies to be pillaging. However it is termed, armies serves to demoralize their population, and at the
that are foraging or pillaging move between 5-10 same time pillage pleases warriors and allows mili-
miles per day. Armies may not forage more than 60 tary leaders to skip a payday without too much com-
miles from their line of march. Foraging or pillag- plaining.
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all food, grass, and hay. Any chaacter entering that Plunder
area in the next few days finds only a wasteland. Plunder, however, is quite different from
Local peasants flee when an invading army is sighted. pillage. Plunder is organized pillage, and is encour-
If an army can support itself, then it may aged only when concentrated wealth is nearby. Com-
move 20 or more miles per day. If close to a coast munities and castles are the most likely objects of
or river, then vessels may carry their supplies. plunder. The loyalty of warriors is often maintained
Warriors can carry about a week of food during long sieges because they anticipate plunder.
with them. In most armies, each warrior is expected Being unable to plunder a community is a big disap-
to tend to their own needs of supply. While war- pointment to warriors. Maybe more than anything,
riors might purchase food from the locals, warriors warriors look forward to raping the local women.
on military campaign often take what they want by
force. This is especially true in the foe’s territory,
Ransom
where the thefts are considered part of the damage
A custom of warfare is to capture nobles
done to a foe.
and knights alive, if possible. The family of a cap-
Well organized armies set up regular forag-
tured noble or knight will pay ransom to get them
ing parties for each major contingent, rather than
back. On the battlefield, the strategy is to knock
allowing warriors to wander freely. Foraging, how-
down the valued and armored character, pile on
ever, can be a risky means of logistics. For example,
them, and disarm them. At this point, surrender
sometimes local peasants become irate, arm them-
usually comes quickly.
selves, and murder the foragers.

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 Military Training During training, recruits are given a heavy
wooden sword and heavy wicker shield so that when
Though military training differs depending
the recruit takes up the real and lighter weapons,
on the kingdom or state, and race or species, the
the warrior will fight faster, more safely, and feel
following typifies organized training.
freed from the weight. Besides the sword, other
Rounded shields of wicker are woven so that
weapons are utilized in training at the stakes, such as
the frame is double the weight of a battle shield.
spears and bows.
Similarly, recruits are given wooden foils that are
Vaulting onto horses is always insisted upon
double the weight of battle swords. Training grounds
not only of human recruits, but also of serving war-
consist of adult-sized wooden stakes driven into the
riors. Pracitice is continued until it seems easy. In
ground. Recruits practice attacking these stakes just
winter, wooden horses are set up under a roof -- in
as if they were their foes. Practice occurs in the
summer, in the open. Recruits are first encouraged
morning and afternoon. During training, recruits
to mount these unarmed. When used to it, they
are instructed to attack the head foremost, and the
arm themselves and practice until comfortable. War-
hamstrings or shins secondarily. In fact, besides sol-
riors learn to leap both on and off, and from the
diers, gladiators also train with such stakes. Training
right side as well as the left.
with the stake has proven to be significant prepara-
Recruits, as well as seaoned warriors, are
tion for actual warfare.
made to march with the burden of carrying 60
Recruits are often taught with a wooden
pounds while keeping a military pace. In this way,
sword to stab, not hack. Most trained swordsmen
during an actual military campaign, warriors will be
mock those who attack by hacking with swords. A
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able to carry their armor, weapons, and supplies.

hack with a sword, even if delivered with force, fre-
At all times, military training is done in
quently does not kill when the vitals are protected.
proper armor. It is believed that if this tenet is re-
In contrast, stabbing proves fatal when a point is
laxed, then the warriors will get used to it and con-
inserted 2 inches into a human, on average. Next, it
sider armor a burden. If this happens, then this
is reasoned, that when a hack is delivered, the right
perception will negatively affect the performance
arm and flank are exposed. A stabbing point, how-
of the warrior in actual warfare.
ever, is delivered with the cover of the body and
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Aerial Warfare For example, when considering the winged
human from above, the winged human would have
Not all warfare occurs on land. It is pos-
a Flight Speed of 200, which is, in this case, nearly 4
sible for anakim with wings, dwarves, and elves to
times the Sprint Speed of a 6’ human without wings.
fly. Before aerial warfare may be considered, a few
things must be determined for each flying creature,
such as: Flight Speed, Ceiling Limit, Maneuverabil- Flight Speed
ity, Climb Rate, and Dive Rate. Flight Speed is the number of feet per round
at which a creature may fly. The higher the number,
the faster the creature may fly.
Flight Factor
A Flight Factor is a number that determines
Flight Speed. To determine a Flight Factor, con- Ceiling Limit
sider a particular creature and calculate the follow- The Ceiling Limit is the highest altitude to
ing equation: which the creature may climb. The creature is inca-
pable of flying higher than their Ceiling Limit.
FF = (WI/HL)(PFS/W)
Maneuverability
Let FF = Flight Factor. Let WI = Wing- The Maneuverability of a flying creature is
span in feet. Let HL = the Height or Length in feet its ability to move as it pleases with respect to mo-
of the creature. Let PFS = the average of the Physi- mentum. A flying creature with high Maneuver-
ability is barely hindered by momentum and may

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cal Fitness and Strength sub-ability scores. Let W =
Weight. greatly change its direction while flying. Conversely,
For example, if a male human who is 6 feet a flying creature with low Maneuverability is greatly
tall were given wings that spanned 8 feet, and the hindered by momentum and may barely change its
human had average Physical Fitness and Strength, direction while flying.
and Weight, then the human would have a FF of Maneuverability is a function of the
(8/6)(117/150) = 1.03. creature’s Agility sub-ability and the creature’s weight.
Next, consider the FF and consult the fol- To determine the Maneuverability Factor of a fly-
lowing table: ing creature, divide the creature’s weight by their
Agility sub-ability points. Then, consult the table
below:
FF Flight Spe e d Ce iling Lim it
<0 . 7 5 NA NA
0 . 7 5 -0 . 7 9 100 500 MF Mane uve rability
0 . 8 0 -0 . 8 4 120 1,000 <1 3 0 de gre e s
0 . 8 5 -0 . 8 9 140 1,500 1 -8 9 6 0 de gre e s
0 . 9 0 -0 . 9 4 160 2,000 9 0 -1 1 9 9 0 de gre e s
0 . 9 5 -0 . 9 9 180 2,500 1 2 0 -1 4 9 1 2 0 de gre e s
1 . 0 0 -1 . 2 4 200 3,000 1 5 0 -1 7 9 1 5 0 de gre e s
1 . 2 5 -1 . 4 9 220 3,500 1 8 0 -2 0 9 1 8 0 de gre e s
1 . 5 0 -1 . 7 4 240 4,000 2 1 0 -2 3 9 2 1 0 de gre e s
1 . 7 5 -1 . 9 9 260 4,500 2 4 0 -2 6 9 2 4 0 de gre e s
2 . 0 0 -3 . 9 9 280 5,000 2 7 0 -2 9 9 2 7 0 de gre e s
4 . 0 0 -7 . 9 9 300 5,500 3 0 0 -3 2 9 3 0 0 de gre e s
8 . 0 0 -1 5 . 9 9 320 6,000
3 3 0 -3 5 9 3 3 0 de gre e s
1 6 . 0 0 -3 1 . 9 9 340 6,500
>3 5 9 3 6 0 de gre e s
3 2 . 0 0 -6 3 . 9 9 360 7,000
6 4 . 0 0 -1 2 7 . 9 9 380 7,500
1 2 8 . 0 0 -2 5 5 . 9 9 400 8,000
>2 5 5 . 9 9 500 10,000

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 Maneuverability is the maximum number of Aerial Attacks
degrees a flying creature may turn in 1 round of A flying creature may attack another, pro-
flight. For example, if a flying creature can turn vided the attack does not hinder their flight. If an
90o, and flying due north, then at the end of the attack does hinder flight, then it is best determined
round they may be facing west, north, east, or any- by the Aedile how it hinders the flight. An attack
where in between. may reduce the Flight Speed or Maneuverability of
the flying creature.
Climb Rate
Climb Rate is a rate in feet per round at which Aerial Wounds
a flying creature may climb to a higher altitude. Climb If a flying creature is wounded, then there
Rate is determined as a function of Strength and is a chance that flight is disrupted. For each wound
weight. suffered by a flying creature, the flying creature must
To determine the Climb Factor of a flying pass an Agility sub-ability check at TH 17 to remain
creature, divide the creature’s Strength sub-ability in flight. If failed, then the flying creature will fall
score by its weight. Consider the Climb Factor and for 1d10 rounds before it can regain control of flight.
consult the table below: Oftentimes, a wounded flying creature hits the
ground below before it can regain control of flight.
Clim b Fac tor Clim b Rate If a flying creature falls below 50% of their
<0 . 5 0 1 % of the i r he i ght or l e ngth maximum possible LP or BPP for wings, then the
0 . 5 0 -0 . 5 9 1 0 % of the i r he i ght or l e ngth flying creature is unable to fly and will fall until the
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0 . 6 0 -0 . 6 9 2 0 % of the i r he i ght or l e ngth

fall is broken, usually by the ground below. Simi-
0 . 7 0 -0 . 7 9 4 0 % of the i r he i ght or l e ngth
0 . 8 0 -0 . 8 9 6 0 % of the i r he i ght or l e ngth larly, if either wing, or arm that controls the wing, is
0 . 9 0 -0 . 9 1 8 0 % of the i r he i ght or l e ngth damaged, then the flying creature must make an
0 . 9 1 -1 . 0 0 1 0 0 % of the i r he i ght or l e ngth Agility sub-ability check at TH 21 or fall until the
1 . 0 1 -1 . 2 5 2 0 0 % of the i r he i ght or l e ngth fall is broken. Consult Falling Damage in Chapter 10:
1 . 2 6 -1 . 5 0 5 0 0 % of the i r he i ght or l e ngth
1 . 5 1 -1 . 7 5 1 , 0 0 0 % of the i r he i ght or l e ngth
Combat.
1 . 7 6 -1 . 9 9 2 , 5 0 0 % of the i r he i ght or l e ngth
>1 . 9 9 5 , 0 0 0 % of the i r he i ght or l e ngth Loss of Aerial Control
If a flying creature loses aerial control, such
For example, if a flying dragon is presently as when wounded and after failing an Agility sub-
100 feet above the ground and has a Climb Rate of ability check, then the Aedile must roll 1d8 to deter-
100% of its length (30 feet), then the dragon may mine the direction each round. Let 1 = N, 2 = NE,
increase its altitude to 130 feet at the end of the 3 = E, 4 = SE, 5 = S, 6 = SW, 7 = W, and 8 = NW.
current round if so desired.

Dive Rate
Dive Rate is not determined for each char-
acter. Instead, consult Falling Damage in Chapter 10:
Combat.

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Naval Warfare Naval Tactics
Warfare on the seas is prevalent. Different A wide variety of naval tactics exist. Here,
states and races approach naval warfare differently. tactics mean immediate ship-to-ship methods of
Sailors are often peasants or slaves. For most hu- combat. Some captains prefer to maintain a dis-
mans, service in a military fleet is for 26 years, after tance between their vessel and others. Maintaining
which sailors receive citizenship. Occasionally, sail- a distance may be safer for the crew and the vessel,
ors are drafted as recruits into an army. All bugbear and it may enable casters or archers to attack the
males participate in naval warfare as part of their other vessel outside of their capacity to retaliate.
ritual into adulthood. Ramming is another common tactic. Ram-
Waterways are patrolled to control piracy and ming occurs when a vessel that has a battering ram
allow shipments of supplies and warriors to travel slams into another vessel. Usually, the side of a ves-
unhindered. Bugbears travel by ship to raid human sel is targeted because it is weaker than the bow or
coastal communities. For these and many other rea- the stern. More than bugberas, humans favor ram-
sons, naval warfare is common. ming.
For naval military, 10 vessels comprise a Another tactic is to feign as if the attacker’s
squadron. However, different races and states may vessel will ram the foe’s vessel, but then turn away at
have different military units. the last minute and attempt to shear off their oars,
The mlitary commander of a war galley is rendering the foe’s vessel immobile.
known as the vessel’s captain or a trierarch. The Perhaps the most popular tactic is to simply
commander of a naval squadron bears the title of park a vessel parallel to the foe’s vessel, force the 2

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navarch. Each war galley also has a full detachment vessels together by using grappling hooks, drop a
of soldiers. plank or corvus, and board the foe’s vessel. 2 ves-
Commonly, warships are equipped with a sels may board 1 of the foe’s vessels at the same
battering ram on the front of the vessel. Some rams time, 1 on each side. More than humans, bugbears
are heavy, such as those made of bronze and weigh- favor boarding and melee combat.
ing over 1,000 pounds. Historically, it has been noted Often, all tactics above are combined in 1
that the window of opportunity to make a success- assault. For example, a vessel may sight a foe’s ves-
ful attack with a ram is 8 seconds, so this translates sel, maintain their distance and use missile weapons
well to 3 rounds. or spells. Then, when the captain deems appropri-
If possible, then a large boarding plank called ate, ram the foe’s vessel. If this is ineffective and
a corvus is dropped onto the foe’s vessel so that the foe’s vessel does not sink, then the captain may
warriors may attack the foe. The corvus is 35 feet attempt to break the oars of the foe’s vessel. Fi-
in length, 4 feet wide, and has a side rail that is 2 feet nally, the captain may attempt to board the foe’s
high. A corvus is mounted on a swivel so that it can vessel.
be turned and dropped on an adjacent foe’s vessel.
Also, a large spike at the end of the corvus digs into
the foe’s vessel when dropped upon it, locking the 2
vessels together. Warriors can cross this plank 2
abreast behind shield and weapons.
Sometimes a siege tower is mounted on 2
vessels that have been latched together. A siege
tower bestows many advantages. For instance, ar-
chers may attack sailors or soldiers of nearby ves-
sels better, due to their downward angle of attack,
which offers exposure.

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 Naval Strategy Movement
Several different naval strategies exist. Here, Traditionally, the rate at which vessels move
strategy refers to the planning of an assault when is measured in knots. 1 knot equals 6,040 feet per
multiple vessels are involved. Strategy often depends hour, compared to the otherwise popular measure
upon circumstances. of miles per hour, which is 5,280 feet in 1 hour. In
The most common naval strategy is to use F.A.T.A.L., movement for vessels is the maximum
no planned strategy at all -- to rush and attack the rate at which a vessel may move in 1 round, and is
foe. This strategy, if it may be so called, is influ- represented in feet per round. On the following
enced by the tenets of chivalry (see Chap. 6: Social- table, movement does not include factors such as
ity). current or wind. Vessels may move in 3 ways: row-
Otherwise, strategies not heavily influenced ing, sailing, and the combination of sailing and row-
by chivalry include the attempt to isolate the foe’s ing. Consult the table below to determine base
vessel, such as to encircle them. By encircling the movement:
foe’s vessel, they may surrender without bloodshed.
Multiple vessels can try to force the foe’s Ve s s e l Rowing Wind Pote ntial
vessel to run aground, or go close enough to land Ba rge 0 -
that siege engines on land can be used. Bi re me 35 -
Cog - 40%
De c e re s 55 -
Fire Fi shi ng Boa t 12 -
In warfare, the foe’s vessels are often attacked
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Kar v e 15 -
with flammable weapons, in hopes that the foe’s Kna rr 6 30%
vessel will catch fire and sink. To determine if a Log - -
vessel catches fire, roll 1d100 for each flammable Longshi p 50 20%
Qui nque re me 50 10%
attack. If the result is 80 or greater, then the vessel Ra ft - -
caught fire. Damage occurs as follows over the next Se pti re me 55 -
several minutes: 1d4, 1d6, 1d8, 1d12, 1d20, 1d100, Tri re me 45 10%
1d1000 and 1d10000. Each minute that a vessel is Uni re me 30 -
burning, the crew may attempt to extinguish each
fire. They must roll 3d10 for each fire. The odds
are represented as a TH and correspond to how Rowing
long the fire has been burning as discussed above: The most consistent and laborous means of
TH 9, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 25, 29. As damage accumu- propelling a vessel is by rowing. Rowing consists of
lates, consult Sinking Vessels below: oarsmen thrusting oars through the water. Rowing
has the potential of making noise, though it is still a
Sinking Vessels quieter means of movement than riding on horse-
Vessels, as other objects, have Integrity back. Oars are often made of spruce.
Points. (For more on Integrity Points, see Chap. 9: Oaring equates to the Sprint skill. However,
Equipment). Further, since vessels are made of wood, each oarsman does not need to pass a Sprint skill
they are especially susceptible to burning damage. check. Instead, 1 check is made for the entire crew.
If a vessel is reduced to 50% of its initial IP, then Attempting to race a vessel equates with sprinting,
the vessel will sink in 5d100 rounds. Once reduced while ramming or battle speed equates with run-
to 40% of its initial IP, the vessel will sink in 1d100 ning. Similarly, a pace at which rowers work for
rounds. Once reduced to 30% of its initial IP, the hours equates to walking. Attempting to urge a crew
vessel will sink in 1d10 rounds. Once reduced to beyond 8 hours of rowing per day equates to a
25% of its initial IP, any vessel is immediately sunk. Forced March.

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 Sailing Current Strength
Sailing is the least consistent means of pro- The strength of a current is the amount of
pelling a vessel. If winds are favorable, then it is feet per round that it will carry anything in it, whether
possible for a sailing vessel to move faster than a a vessel or a character.
rowing vessel. However, if wind does not exist, then A current does not have to exist in the ocean
sailing vessels do not move. Many vessels are ca- or the sea. To randomly determine whether or not
pable of both rowing and sailing. An advantage of a current exists in the ocean or the sea, roll 1d10. If
sailing is stealth. It is possible for a sailing vessel to 1-5, then a current does not exist. If 6-10, then a
move without sound, since oars are not splashing in current exists. A current always exists in a river.
the water. Sails are made from wool. Waterborne If a current exists, then the strength of the
ventures are rare in winter and common in spring, current may be determined by rolling 1d100 and con-
summer, and fall. sulting the table below:

Current Direction
A current is moving water. Currents may Roll Fe e t pe r Round
exist in the ocean, seas, and rivers. Currents do not 0 1 -2 0 1
exist in lakes or ponds. 2 1 -3 0 1
To randomly determine the direction of a 3 1 -3 5 2
current in an ocean or sea, roll 1d8. Let 1 = N, 2 = 3 6 -4 0 2
4 1 -4 5 3
NE, 3 = E, 4 = SE, 5 = S, 6 = SW, 7 = W, and 8 =

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4 6 -5 0 3
NW. If a 1 is rolled, then the current is moving 5 1 -5 5 4
from from the south to the north. 5 6 -6 0 4
To randomly determine the direction of a 6 1 -6 5 5
current in a river, roll 1d10. If a 1 is rolled, then the 6 6 -6 9 6
7 0 -7 3 7
current is upstream. If 2-10, then the current is 7 4 -7 5 8
downstream. Otherwise, water runs downhill, so 7 6 -7 7 9
elevation is the best determinant of which direc- 7 8 -7 9 10
tion is downhill. 8 0 -8 1 12
8 2 -8 3 14
8 4 -8 5 16
8 6 -8 7 18
8 8 -8 9 20
9 0 -9 1 23
9 2 -9 3 27
9 4 -9 5 30
96 40
97 50
98 60
99 80
100 100

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 The strength of the current, in feet per Wind Strength
round, is added to the movement of the vessel if The strength of the wind is the amount of
the vessel is moving with the current. The strength feet per round that the wind moves. To randomly
of the current is subtracted from the movement of determine the strength of the wind, roll 1d1000 and
the vessel if the vessel is moving against the cur- consult the table below:
rent. If the vessel is moving 90o to the current,
then the current will move the vessel accordingly,
and the vessel will still move in the intended direc- Roll Fe e t pe r Round
tion at its normal movement. If the vessel is mov- 0 0 1 -2 0 0 10
o
ing 45 with the current, then the vessel gains 50% 2 0 1 -4 0 0 20
4 0 1 -6 0 0 30
of the feet per round of the Current Strength. If 6 0 1 -7 4 9 60
the vessel is moving 45o against the current, then 7 5 0 -8 5 9 100
the vessel loses 50% of the feet per round of the 8 6 0 -8 8 7 125
current strength. 8 8 8 -8 9 4 150
8 9 5 -9 3 2 200
9 3 3 -9 4 3 230
Wind Direction 9 4 4 -9 5 3 270
Wind is moving air. Winds may exist over 9 5 4 -9 6 4 300
any body of water. To randomly determine the di- 9 6 5 -9 7 2 350
rection of the wind, roll 1d8. Let 1 = N, 2 = NE, 3 9 7 3 -9 7 9 400
9 8 0 -9 8 5 450
= E, 4 = SE, 5 = S, 6 = SW, 7 = W, and 8 = NW. If
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9 8 6 -9 9 0 500
a 1 is rolled, then the wind is moving from the south 9 9 1 -9 9 4 550
to the north. 9 9 5 -9 9 7 600
9 9 8 -9 9 9 650
1000 700

Unlike Current Strength (see above), the

strength of the wind is not simply added to or sub-
tracted from the movement of the vessel. Differ-
ent types of sails catch the wind with varying suc-
cess. Also, sailors vary in their effectiveness with
the Sailing skill (see Chap. 8: Skills) when attempting
to maximize the use of their sail(s).
Instead, consider the Wind Potential on the
movement table listed previously. This is the maxi-
mum percent of the wind that this vessel is able to
capture and use for propulsion.
Next, whoever is in charge of manipulating
the sail(s), usually the commander or a sailor, must
make a Sailing skill check. The result of this check
is multiplied by 3, and is the percent of effective-
ness with which they manipulate the sail(s).

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 For example, if a cog is in waters without a Wind Duration
current and a wind of 100 feet per round that moves No character ever truly knows which way
from the south to the north, then since a cog has the wind will blow. For this reason, once a direction
40% Wind Potential, the cog has the potential to of wind is determined, its duration is also impor-
capture 40% of the wind’s 100 feet per round. Since tant. To determine the duration of the current wind,
40% of 100 is 40, the cog may move at 40 feet per roll 1d100 and consult the table below:
round if the cog is moving to the north. However,
the sailor in charge of the sails rolls a 27 for their Roll Wind D uration
0 1 -4 5 3 d2 0 mi nute s
Sailing skill check. In this case, 27 x 3 = 81, and 4 6 -9 0 1 d2 0 hours
81% of 40 is 32. Therefore, a cog traveling north 9 1 -1 0 0 1 d2 0 da y s
moves at 32 feet per round in calm waters with a
north wind of 100 feet per round when its sailor
Once the duration of the current wind ex-
rolls an 27 for their skill ckeck.
pires, a new direction and strength must be deter-
mined.

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 Appendix 1:
Character Sheets
Appendix 1: Character Sheets

Character sheets are provided so that all rel- When a character dies, and when the char-
evant information may be recorded regarding each acter will not be resurrected, the fate of the charac-
character. Each player should photocopy the pages ter sheets for the dead character are left to the player’s
of this appendix for their character so that the in- whim. Sometimes, the character sheets are donated
formation pertinent to their character may be ad- to the Aedile, who stores them for either future ref-
equately organized and accessible. With a set of erence (such as regarding possessions or wealth) or
blank character sheets in hand, progress through the future use as a character who, after only minor modi-
chapters of this book and follow the instructions to fications, may be reintroduced into the game as
create a character. someone new. In this way, Aediles have been known
The relevant information for a character is to accumulate stockpiles of characters. Some play-
the responsibility of the player, though the Aedile ers prefer to honor their fallen character, giving the
may complete character sheets for prominent char- character a symbolic funeral by setting the character
acters under their control. Always record the infor- sheets ablaze outdoors. Other players simply prefer
mation with a pencil and have a good eraser handy. tossing the character sheets in the trash. Finally, it is
From experience, it is suggested that a player should common for Aediles to have a houserule that the
write softly to preserve the paper of their character character sheets of dead characters must be de-
sheets, since the act of erasing occurs often. stroyed, usually torn to pieces, to prevent the player
Once the character is created and all relevant from fraudulently reintroducing the character in a
information is recorded, staple the sheets together future game or to another Aedile.
so that they do not become confused with the char- In any case, players are not obligated to use
acter of another player. Seeking realism, some play- the character sheets provided in this appendix,
ers draw a sketch of their character and attach the though using these sheets is probably the easiest and
drawing to their character sheets. Character sketches least confusing method to organizing the informa-
are useful, though certainly not required, since they tion of a character.
allow the Aedile and other players a better percep-
tion of the character.

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 F.A.T.A.L.
Cha ra c te r Na me : Ge nde r: Ra c e :
Pl a y e r Na me : O c c upa ti on:
Home l a nd: Le v e l : Re l i gi on:
He i ght: We i ght: Si bl i ngs: Soc i a l Cl a ss:
Age : E y e s: Sk i n Col or: Bi rth Ra nk :
Se xua l i ty : De ba uc he ry : Ma ri ta l Sta tus: Bi rth Sta tus:
Ha i r Col or: Ha i r Thi c k ne ss: Fa c i a l Fe a ture : Bi rthpl a c e :
Ha i r Le ngth: Ha i r Ty pe : Bi rthda y : / / Vi si on:
Most Attra c ti v e Fe a ture : Bre a dth: BMI:
Most Re pul si v e Fe a ture : Appe a ra nc e :
Note s:

(Sub)A bility Sc ore Skill Modifie r

PHY SIQUE

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Phy si c a l Fi tne ss Spri nt:
Stre ngth Dmg: C&J: Be nc h: DL:
Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss
He a l t h Int/Vom: Al l : Il l . Im. :
CHARISMA
Fa c i a l De sc ri pti on:
Voc a l De sc ri pti on:
Ki ne ti c De sc ri pti on:
Rhe tori c a l Av e ra ge Spe e c h Ra te :
DE XTE RITY
Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on Fi nge r Mov e me nt Pre c i si on:
Agi l i ty CA Bonus: Bra wl i ng: Sta nd:
Re a c ti on Spe e d De e p Sl e e p Re c ov e ry :
E nunc i a ti on Ma xi mum Spe e c h Ra te : Ca sti ng:
INTE LLIGE NCE
La ngua ge #: Voc a bul a ry :
Ma th Hi ghe st Possi bl e Ma th:
Ana l y ti c
Spa ti a l Unfa mi l i a r O bj e c t Asse mbl y (# pi e c e s):
WISDO M
Dri v e Unc onsc i ousne ss: Hours Re sti ng:
Intui ti on
Common Se nse Li k e l y to:
Re fl e c ti on E a rl i e st Me mory a t:

Li fe Poi nts Ma gi c Poi nts

Unc onsc i ous

(a t 2 0 % L. P. ) Pi e ty Poi nts

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D ISPO SITIO N TEMPERA MEN T
E thi c a l Poi nts: Sa ngui ne
Mora l Poi nts: Chol e ri c
Di sposi ti on: Me l a nc hol i c
Phl e gma ti c
Pri ma ry Te mpe ra me nt:
Se c onda ry Te mpe ra me nt:

Re a c ti on
INITIATIVE Spe e d Sta bbi ng De l i v e ry
Modi fi e r Tota l Mod. Bre a dth Re a c h Pe na l ty
_____ = _____ + _____ + _____ - _____

WEA PO N S
Skill We ight Fulc ./ D e live r y
We apon Bre adth Ty pe Siz e We ight D am ag e L M H
Mod. D is t. Range Pe nalty
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A RMO R
A r m or/Shie ld/ A r m or A gility Modifie r Modifie r Spe ll Spe c ial
Ty p e IP We ight
Prote c tive Ite m Bonus Los s to Hide to Sile nc e Failure Prope r tie s

SEXUA L A N D RA RE FEA TURES

Ma nhood Le ngth: Are ol a Di a me te r: Are ol a Hue :
Ma nhood Ci rc umfe re nc e : Ni ppl e Le ngth: Foot Si ze :
Ana l Ci rc umfe re nc e Pote nti a l : Cup Si ze : Fi st Ci rc umfe re nc e :
Va gi na l Ci rc umfe re nc e Pote nti a l : Tongue Si ze : He a d Ci rc umfe re nc e :
Va gi na l De pth Pote nti a l : Hy me n Re si sta nc e : Ha nde dne ss:

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LA N GUA GES SPO KEN LA N GUA GES REA D A N D WRITTEN

SPECIA L A BILITIES

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EQ UIPMEN T
Le ft Side Front/Bac k Right Side
Ite m Loc ation We ight Ite m Loc ation We ight Ite m Loc ation We ight

A DVA N CEMEN T PO IN TS WEA LTH

Bronze :
Coppe r:
Si l v e r:
E l e c tr um:
Gol d:
Ge ms:
Je we l ry :
Ne e de d for Ne xt Le v e l : Pl unde r:

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EN CUMBRA N CE
Un e n c u m b e r e d Light Load Me dium Load He avy Load
(10 0 % Sprint) (7 5 % Sprint) (5 0 % Sprint) (2 5 % Sprint) Pull/Pus h
(10 0 % A gility ) (9 5 % A gility ) (8 5 % A gility ) (7 5 % A gility )

HEN CHMEN /FA MILIA RS/SLAVES

Rac e / Cur re nt A ttac k Skill # of Life
N am e D am ag e Sprint D rive
O c c upation A r m or Bonus A ttac ks Points
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SKILLS
Total Skill Points Le ar ning
Skill Re late d A bility
Modifie r Modifie r Inve s te d Cur ve
Ac ti ng, Dra ma Cha ri sma , Inte l l i ge nc e
Agri c ul ture Common Se nse
Ai m Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Vi si on
Ambi de xte ri ty Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on
Ana tomy Inte l l i ge nc e
Ani ma l Condi ti oni ng Dri v e , Intui ti on
Ani ma l Ha ndl i ng Intui ti on
Appra i se Ana l y ti c
Arc hi te c ture Ma th, Spa ti a l
Ar mor, Ge ne ra l Ty pe Agi l i ty
Ar mor, Spe c i fi c Agi l i ty
Ar morsmi thi ng Spa ti a l
Ba l a nc e Agi l i ty
Ba sk e twe a v i ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Common Se nse
Bl a c k smi thi ng Stre ngth, Spa ti a l
Bl i ndfi ghti ng Ha nd-E y e , Re a c ti on Spe e d, Intui ti on
Book bi ndi ng Common Se nse

Appendix 1: Character Sheets

Bra ss-smi thi ng Stre ngth, Spa ti a l
Bra wl i ng Agi l i ty
Bre wi ng Common Se nse
Bri c k ma k i ng Common Se nse
Ca ndl e ma k i ng Common Se nse
Ca rpe ntry Spa ti a l
Ca rtogra phy Spa ti a l
Ca tc hi ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on
Cha ri ote e ri ng De xte ri ty
Che mi stry Ma th, Ana l y ti c , Intui ti on
Cl e a ni ng Common Se nse
Cl i mb Phy si c a l Fi tne ss a nd Agi l i ty
Cl oc k ma k i ng Spa ti a l
Cobbl i ng Common Se nse
Come dy, Buffoone ry Cha ri sma
Come dy, Phy si c a l Cha ri sma , Agi l i ty
Come dy, Pun Cha ri sma
Conste l l a ti ons Re fl e c ti on, Spa ti a l , Vi si on
Contorti on Phy si c a l Fi tne ss, Agi l i ty
Cook i ng Common Se nse
Coppe rsmi thi ng Stre ngth, Spa ti a l
Cosme ti c s Spa ti a l Inte l l i ge nc e , Intui ti on
Cosmos, Ge ne ra l Pl a ne s Inte l l i ge nc e
Cosmos, Spe c i fi c Pl a ne Inte l l i ge nc e
Da nc e Ki ne ti c Cha ri sma , Agi l i ty
De l ousi ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on
Di a gnosi ng Inte l l i ge nc e , Wi sdom
Di re c ti on Se nse Intui ti on
Di sa r m Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Agi l i ty
Di sgui se Cha ri sma , Common Se nse
Di sme mbe r me nt -
Di v i na ti on, Al e c troma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Anthropoma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Aspi doma nc y Intui ti on

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SKILLS
Total Skill Points Le ar ning
Skill Re late d A bility
Modifie r Modifie r Inve s te d Cur ve
Di v i na ti on, Astrol og y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Austroma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Axi noma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Be l oma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Ce ra unosc opy Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Chi roma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Cl e roma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Cry sta l oma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Dri ri ma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Ga stroma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Gy roma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Hy droma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Li ba noma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Li thoma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Lunoma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Ne c roma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Nume rol og y Intui ti on
Appendix 1: Character Sheets

Di v i na ti on, O mpha l oma nc y Intui ti on

Di v i na ti on, O ne i roma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, O noma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, O oma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, O rni thoma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Py roma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Sc a toma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Sorti l e ge Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Sti c homa nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Uri ma nc y Intui ti on
Di v i na ti on, Xe noma nc y Intui ti on
Dy i ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on
E na me l i ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on
E ngra v i ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on
E ti que tte Intui ti on, Common Se nse , Re fl e c ti on
Fi shi ng Common Se nse
Fl e tc hi ng Spa ti a l
Fore sti ng Common Se nse
Forge ry Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on
Ga mbl i ng Ma th, Common Se nse
Ge mc utti ng Spa ti a l
Ge ne a l og y Common Se nse
Gi rdl e ma k i ng Common Se nse
Gl a ssbl owi ng Spa ti a l
Gl ov e ma k i ng Spa ti a l
Gol dsmi thi ng Spa ti a l
Groomi ng Common Se nse
Ha g gl i ng Rhe tori c a l Cha ri sma , Intui ti on
Ha i rsty l i ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Spa ti a l
Ha tma k i ng Common Se nse
He ra l dry Common Se nse
He rba l i sm Inte l l i ge nc e
He wi ng Stre ngth
Hi de Agi l i ty, Common Se nse

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SKILLS
Total Skill Points Le ar ning
Skill Re late d A bility
Modifie r Modifie r Inve s te d Cur ve
Hi story, Cul tura l Inte l l i ge nc e
Hi story, Le ge nda ry Inte l l i ge nc e
Hi story, Loc a l Inte l l i ge nc e
Hi story, Mi l i ta ry Inte l l i ge nc e
Hunti ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Vi si on
Hurl Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Vi si on
Impa l i ng -
Ink ma k i ng Common Se nse
Inti mi da ti on Phy si que , Cha ri sma
Jug gl i ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Agi l i ty
Jump Phy si c a l Fi tne ss
La ngua ge , Re a d/Wri te La ngua ge
La ngua ge , Spe a k La ngua ge
La w Inte l l i ge nc e
Loc k smi thi ng Spa ti a l
Loc k -pi c k i ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on
Logi c Ana l y ti c

Appendix 1: Character Sheets

Ma ngl i ng -
Ma ssa ge Ki ne ti c Cha ri sma , Ha nd-E y e
Ma th, Al ge bra Ma th
Ma th, Funda me nta l Ma th
Ma th, Ge ome try Ma th
Ma th, Tri gonome try Ma th
Mi l k i ng Ha nd-E y e Coord. , Common Se nse
Mi l l i ng Common Se nse
Mi ni ng Common Se nse
Mi nti ng Common Se nse
Mounta i ne e ri ng Phy s. Fi tne ss, Stre ngth, Agi l i ty
Mounte d Arc he ry Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Agi l i ty, Vi si on
Musi c , Counte rpoi nt Ma th, Ana l y ti c
Musi c , The ory Ma th
Musi c a l Instr ume nt Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Spa ti a l
Na ture , Ani ma l s Inte l l i ge nc e
Na ture , Be a sts Inte l l i ge nc e
Na ture , Bi rds Inte l l i ge nc e
Na ture , Fi sh Inte l l i ge nc e
Na ture , Ge ogra phy Inte l l i ge nc e
Na ture , Huma noi ds Inte l l i ge nc e
Na ture , Mi ne ra l s Inte l l i ge nc e
Na ture , My c ol og y Inte l l i ge nc e
Na ture , Pl a nts Inte l l i ge nc e
Na ture , Tre e s Inte l l i ge nc e
Pa i nti ng Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Spa ti a l
Pa pe r ma k i ng Spa ti a l
Pa rry Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Agi l i ty
Pe rfume ma k i ng Common Se nse
Pe rsua si on Cha ri sma
Pe wte rsmi thi ng Common Se nse
Phi l osophy Inte l l i ge nc e
Pi c k Poc k e t Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on

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SKILLS
Total Skill Points Le ar ning
Skill Re late d A bility
Modifie r Modifie r Inve s te d Cur ve
Potte ry Common Se nse
Purse ma k i ng Common Se nse
Re a d Li ps Intui ti on
Re l i gi on, Cul tura l Inte l l i ge nc e
Re l i gi on, Spe c i fi c Inte l l i ge nc e
Re me mbe r De ta i l Re fl e c ti on
Re se a rc h, Li bra ry Inte l l i ge nc e
Ri di ng Agi l i ty
Ri tua l , Compl e x Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on, Inte l l i ge nc e
Rope ma k i ng Common Se nse
Rope Use Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on
Sa ddl e ma k i ng Common Se nse
Sa i l i ng Inte l l i ge nc e , Vi si on
Sa i l ma k i ng Spa ti a l
Sc ul pture Ha nd-E y e Coorda ti on, Intui ti on
Se a rc h Intui ti on, Common Se nse
Se duc ti on Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss, Cha ri sma
Appendix 1: Character Sheets

Se xua l Ade ptne ss Bodi l y Attra c ti v e ne ss, Fa c i a l , Ki ne ti c

She a thma k i ng Common Se nse
Shi pwri ght Spa ti a l
Si ght Vi si on
Si l e nc e Agi l i ty, Common Se nse
Si l v e rsmi thi ng Stre ngth, Spa ti a l
Sk i nni ng Common Se nse
Sme l l Se e de sc ri pti on
Soa pma k i ng Common Se nse
Sound Se e de sc ri pti on
Spe l l c a sti ng, Comba t Dri v e
Spe l l c a sti ng, Fa mi a ri ty Inte l l i ge nc e
Spe l l c a sti ng, Spe c i fi c -
Spi tti ng E nunc i a ti on
Spri nt Phy si c a l Fi tne ss
Stone ma sonry Stre ngth, Spa ti a l
Story te l l i ng Cha ri sma
Surge ry Ha nd-E y e Coorda ti on, Inte l l i ge nc e
Swi m Phy si c a l Fi tne ss, Stre ngth
Sy mbol og y Inte l l i ge nc e
Ta i l ori ng Ha nd-E y e Coorda ti on, Spa ti a l
Ta nni ng Common Se nse
Ta ste Se e de sc ri pti on
Te a c hi ng Inte l l i ge nc e , Intui ti on, Common Se nse
Tha tc hi ng Common Se nse
Ti l e ma k i ng Common Se nse
Ti nk e ri ng Common Se nse
Touc h Se e de sc ri pti on
Toxi c ol og y Inte l l i ge nc e
Tra c k i ng Inte l l i ge nc e
Tra nsc ri bi ng La ngua ge
Tra ppi ng Common Se nse
Tri c k e ry Cha ri sma

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SKILLS
Total Skill Points Le ar ning
Skill Re late d A bility
Modifie r Modifie r Inve s te d Cur ve
Tumbl e Agi l i ty
Uri na ti ng He a l th, Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on
Ve ntri l oqui sm Inte l l i ge nc e , E nunc i a ti on
Wa i nwri ghti ng Common Se nse
We a pon, Ge ne ra l Se e De sc ri pti on
We a pon, Spe c i fi c Se e De sc ri pti on
We a pon Ma ste ry -
We a pon Tri c k Ha nd-E y e Coordi na ti on
We a ponsmi thi ng Spa ti a l
We a the r Pre di c ti on Common Se nse , Re fl e c ti on
We a v i ng Common Se nse
Whe e l wri ghti ng Spa ti a l
Wi l de rne ss Lore Inte l l i ge nc e
Wre stl i ng Stre ngth, Agi l i ty

Appendix 1: Character Sheets

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 F.A.T.A.L.
A r m or D am ag e
D e s c ription Re duc tion
CAB
CAH
CAP
CAS
CAB
CAH
CAP
CAS
CAB
CAH
CAP
CAS
CAB
CAH
CAP
CAS
CAB
CAH
CAP
Appendix 1: Character Sheets

CAS
CAB
CAH
CAP
CAS
CAB
CAH
CAP
CAS
CAB
CAH
CAP
CAS

CURREN T A RMO R MO D IFIERS

Bas e A r m or A r m or
A gility Magic al Mis c e llane ous
Cu r r e n t (Ge ne ral) (Spe c ific )
Modifie r Modifie rs Modifie rs
A r m or Modifie r Modifie rs

CURREN T BPP BY BO DY PA RT
He ad Fac e Tors o, U. Tors o, L. Groin A r m , Uppe r, R

A r m , Uppe r, L A r m , Lowe r, R A r m , Lowe r, L Hand, Right Hand, Le ft Le g, Uppe r, R

Le g, Uppe r, L Le g, Lowe r, R Le g, Lowe r, L Foot, Right Foot, Le ft

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Spe ll Le ve l 1s t 2 nd 3 rd 4 th 5 th 6 th 7 th 8 th 9 th 10 th
Spe lls Known

Describe Spellbook:_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________

Spe l l : ______________________________________ Di sc i pl i ne : ______________________________________

Le v e l : ______________ Ra nge : ________________________________________________________________
Dura ti on: _____________________ Are a : ________________________________________________________
E ffe c t: ____________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Cha nt: _________________________________________Sk i l l Poi nts Inv e ste d: __________________________
Ingre di e nts: ________________________________________________________________________________
Pa ge s i n Spe l l book : ______________________________ Ingre di e nts store d whe re : ________________________

Spe l l : ______________________________________ Di sc i pl i ne : ______________________________________

Le v e l : ______________ Ra nge : ________________________________________________________________

Appendix 1: Character Sheets

Dura ti on: _____________________ Are a : ________________________________________________________
E ffe c t: ____________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Cha nt: _________________________________________Sk i l l Poi nts Inv e ste d: __________________________
Ingre di e nts: ________________________________________________________________________________
Pa ge s i n Spe l l book : ______________________________ Ingre di e nts store d whe re : ________________________

Spe l l : ______________________________________ Di sc i pl i ne : ______________________________________

Le v e l : ______________ Ra nge : ________________________________________________________________
Dura ti on: _____________________ Are a : ________________________________________________________
E ffe c t: ____________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Cha nt: _________________________________________Sk i l l Poi nts Inv e ste d: __________________________
Ingre di e nts: ________________________________________________________________________________
Pa ge s i n Spe l l book : ______________________________ Ingre di e nts store d whe re : ________________________

Spe l l : ______________________________________ Di sc i pl i ne : ______________________________________

Le v e l : ______________ Ra nge : ________________________________________________________________
Dura ti on: _____________________ Are a : ________________________________________________________
E ffe c t: ____________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Cha nt: _________________________________________Sk i l l Poi nts Inv e ste d: __________________________
Ingre di e nts: ________________________________________________________________________________
Pa ge s i n Spe l l book : ______________________________ Ingre di e nts store d whe re : ________________________

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Appendix 2: Spell Lists

This appendix consists of several lists of betically according to level. Spells belonging to cer-
spells. First, spells are indexed alphabetically accord- emonial magic are italicized, such as Evil Sleep I, while
ing to discipline. Second, spells are indexed alpha- spells belonging to chaos magic have a normal type
set.

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 Air 47. Palfrey
1. Bestow Aura 48. Perpetual Hologram
2. Burning Bush 49. Pillar of Smoke
3. Call Acid Rain 50. Pillars of Lightning
4. Call Animals 51. Prayer of Deliverance
5. Call Avalanche 52. Puddle of Crud
6. Call Ball Lightning 53. Putrid Portrait
7. Call Blizzard 54. Random Impaling
8. Call Chilly Gust 55. Request for a Dream Oracle
9. Call Comet 56. Restraining Rite for Anything
10. Call Familiar 57. Resurrection of a Dead Body
11. Call Flood 58. Rite for Acquiring an Assistant Demon
12. Call Fog 59. Rite to Produce an Epiphany of Kore
13. Call Gale Wind 60. Spell for Questioning Corpses
14. Call God 61. True Name
15. Call Greater Item 62. Wishbone
16. Call Guard Dog 63. Worst Nightmare
17. Call Lesser Being
18. Call Light

Appendix 2: Spell Lists

19. Call Lightning Earth
20. Call Maggots 1. Ablation
21. Call Magic Mail 2. Acclimation
22. Call Object 3. Acidic Touch
23. Call Quake 4. Alchemy
24. Call Termites 5. Alter Temperature
25. Call Tidal Wave 6. An Excellent Spell for Silencing, for Subjecting,
26. Call Vermin and for Restraining
27. Charm for Direct Vision 7. Arachnid Feet
28. Charm to Break Enchantment 8. Audio Range
29. Divination by Means of a Boy 9. Charm to Induce Insomnia II
30. Drawn and Quartered 10. Cloak
31. Dream Spell 11. Cocoon
32. Evil Sleep II 12. Coercive Spell for Restraining
33. Evanescence 13. Contraceptive Spell
34. False Alchemy 14. Cover Tracks
35. Fetching Charm 15. Create Species
36. Fetching Charm for an Unmanageable Woman 16. Decortication
37. Greater Hologram 17. Defenistration
38. Greater Perpetual Hologram 18. Develop Breasts
39. Have Her Cadaver 19. Ejaculate Acid
40. Headless 20. Ejaculate Blood
41. Indispensable Invisibility 21. Ejaculate Poison
42. Invisibility 22. Faceless
43. Internal Infestation 23. Flight
44. Lesser Hologram 24. Flyweight
45. Mass Evanescence 25. Force Fart
46. Near Death Experience 26. Frosty Touch

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 27. Greater Vulnerability to Acid 74. Lesser Vulnerability to Unethicality
28. Greater Vulnerability to Air 75. Lesser Vulnerability to Weapon
29. Greater Vulnerability to Armor 76. Mass Teleportation
30. Greater Vulnerability to Bases 77. Mass Vulnerability to Acid
31. Greater Vulnerability to Cholerics 78. Mass Vulnerability to Air
32. Greater Vulnerability to Cold 79. Mass Vulnerability to Armor
33. Greater Vulnerability to Discipline 80. Mass Vulnerability to Bases
34. Greater Vulnerability to Earth 81. Mass Vulnerability to Cholerics
35. Greater Vulnerability to Electricity 82. Mass Vulnerability to Cold
36. Greater Vulnerability to Ethicality 83. Mass Vulnerability to Discipline
37. Greater Vulnerability to Fire 84. Mass Vulnerability to Earth
38. Greater Vulnerability to Immorality 85. Mass Vulnerability to Electricity
39. Greater Vulnerability to Melancholics 86. Mass Vulnerability to Ethicality
40. Greater Vulnerability to Morality 87. Mass Vulnerability to Fire
41. Greater Vulnerability to Phlegmatics 88. Mass Vulnerability to Immorality
42. Greater Vulnerability to Poison 89. Mass Vulnerability to Melancholics
43. Greater Vulnerability to Sanguines 90. Mass Vulnerability to Morality
44. Greater Vulnerability to Skill 91. Mass Vulnerability to Phlegmatics
45. Greater Vulnerability to Sonics 92. Mass Vulnerability to Poison
46. Greater Vulnerability to Unethicality 93. Mass Vulnerability to Sanguines
Appendix 2: Spell Lists

47. Greater Vulnerability to Weapon 94. Mass Vulnerability to Skill

48. Happy Cleaver 95. Mass Vulnerability to Sonics
49. Heating 96. Mass Vulnerability to Unethicality
50. Hover 97. Mass Vulnerability to Weapon
51. Hurl Voice 98. Minor Transmogrification
52. Immutable Wound 99. Ondontoloxia
53. Impotence 100. Oophagous
54. Intestinal Wreathe 101. Oroanal
55. Lesser Vulnerability to Acid 102. Perpetual Burn
56. Lesser Vulnerability to Air 103. Perpetual Orgasm
57. Lesser Vulnerability to Armor 104. Phlogistic Augmentation
58. Lesser Vulnerability to Bases 105. Preservation
59. Lesser Vulnerability to Cholerics 106. Preserve Forest
60. Lesser Vulnerability to Cold 107. Prognathism
61. Lesser Vulnerability to Discipline 108. Random Dismemberment
62. Lesser Vulnerability to Earth 109. Restraining Spell
63. Lesser Vulnerability to Electricity 110. Rite for Driving out Demons
64. Lesser Vulnerability to Ethicality 111. Rivers Run Red
65. Lesser Vulnerability to Fire 112. Seal Item
66. Lesser Vulnerability to Immorality 113. Seal Orifice
67. Lesser Vulnerability to Melancholics 114. Strength
68. Lesser Vulnerability to Morality 115. Stronger than Before
69. Lesser Vulnerability to Phlegmatics 116. Teleportation
70. Lesser Vulnerability to Poison 117. Tenesmus
71. Lesser Vulnerability to Sanguines 118. Transmogrification
72. Lesser Vulnerability to Skill 119. Transmogrify Dirt and Mud
73. Lesser Vulnerability to Sonics 120. Transmogrify Flesh to Stone

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121. Transmogrify Life 36. Detect Water
122. Transmogrify Metal and Wood 37. Determine Magic
123. Transmogrify Object 38. Discursivity
124. Unattractive 39. Eternal Spell for Binding a Lover
125. Vanish 40. Evil Sleep I
126. Varicose Veins 41. For a Sleeping Woman to Confess the Name of
127. Walk on Water the Man she Loves
128. Waves Be Still 42. Force Falsity
129. Wooden Carapace 43. Force Favor
44. Force Fear
45. Force Fearlessness
Ether 46. Force Feed
1. Ascertain Properties 47. Force Inferiority Complex
2. Agelast 48. Force Mass Fear
3. Akeldama 49. Force Oblation
4. Beguile Foe 50. Force Rancor
5. Charm for Causing Separation 51. Force Scream
6. Charm Small Mammal 52. Force Slumber
7. Charm to Break Spells 53. Foreknowledge Charm I

Appendix 2: Spell Lists

8. Charm to Induce Insomnia I 54. Foreknowledge Charm II
9. Charm to Open a Door 55. Greater Bidding
10. Convert to Cannibal 56. Hearing Voices
11. Cup Spell 57. Imbue Item
12. Demokritos’ Sphere 58. Immutability
13. Demokritos’ Table Gimmicks 59. Lesser Bidding
14. Detect Air 60. Love Spell I
15. Detect Choleric Temperament 61. Love Spell II
16. Detect Earth 62. Love Spell III
17. Detect Emotion 63. Love Spell IV
18. Detect Ether 64. Love Spell V
19. Detect Ethicality 65. Love Spell of Attraction I
20. Detect Evanescence 66. Love Spell of Attraction II
21. Detect Fire 67. Love Spell of Attraction III
22. Detect Immorality 68. Love Spell of Attraction IV
23. Detect Inferiority 69. Love Spell of Attraction through Touch
24. Detect Lie 70. Martyrization
25. Detect Magic 71. Mass Bidding
26. Detect Melancholic Temperament 72. Mass Greater Bidding
27. Detect Morality 73. Nous
28. Detect Object 74. Odium Theologicum
29. Detect Phlegmatic Temperament 75. Omniscience
30. Detect Sanguine Temperament 76. Oracle
31. Detect Scent 77. Ordained by God
32. Detect Superiority 78. Perpetual Slumber
33. Detect Surface Thoughts 79. Possession
34. Detect Thoughts 80. Predilection
35. Detect Unethicality 81. Pudenda Key Spell

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 82. Recipe for Making a Woman Mad After a Man 31. Bestow Ulcer
83. Reverse Magic 32. Bestow Virus
84. Spell for Causing Talk while Asleep 33. Brittlebone
85. Spell for Restraining Anger 34. Charm to Inflict Harm I
86. Spell to Catch a Thief 35. Charm to Inflict Harm II
87. Spell to Cause a Woman to Hate a Man 36. Charm to Inflict Harm III
88. Spell to Subject and Silence 37. Charm to Subject
89. Test of Pregnancy 38. Conflagration
90. To Keep Bugs Out of the House 39. Cryogenics
91. To Win at Dice 40. Cryoprobe
92. Trance 41. Detonation
93. Transference 42. Diminish Charisma
94. Wet Dream 43. Diminish Debauchery
95. Wish 44. Diminish Dexterity
45. Diminish Intelligence
46. Diminish Magic
Fire 47. Diminish Physique
1. All for One 48. Diminish Piety
2. Bestow Aching Back 49. Diminish Wisdom
3. Bestow Aeon 50. Divine Maul
Appendix 2: Spell Lists

4. Bestow Allergy 51. Electrical Field

5. Bestow Asphyxiation 52. Evil Sleep III
6. Bestow Blindness 53. Fatal
7. Bestow Blistering Boils 54. Fatal Fable
8. Bestow Century 55. Fierce Fire
9. Bestow Convulsion 56. For Ascent of the Uterus
10. Bestow Deafness 57. For Swollen Testicles
11. Bestow Decade 58. Force Ballista
12. Bestow Disease 59. Force Missile
13. Bestow Disloaction 60. Greater Electrical Discharge
14. Bestow Earache 61. Greater Holocaust
15. Bestow Fatigue 62. Inferno
16. Bestow Greater Harm 63. Internal Explosion
17. Bestow Harm 64. Ionic Attack
18. Bestow Headache 65. Lesser Electrical Damage
19. Bestow Ingrown Nail 66. Lesser Holocaust
20. Bestow Intoxication 67. Living Monstrosity
21. Bestow Leprosy 68. Madness
22. Bestow Lesser Harm 69. Meltdown
23. Bestow Loss of Appetite 70. Miasma
24. Bestow Millennium 71. Myotomy
25. Bestow Muteness 72. One for All
26. Bestow Numbness 73. Pain Berry
27. Bestow Paralysis 74. Perpetual Bleeding
28. Bestow Sniffles 75. Pestilential Host
29. Bestow Toothache 76. Pestilential Penis
30. Bestow Tooth-Rot 77. Pestilential Pudenda

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78. Pillars of Salt 31. Greater Healing
79. Random Mangling 32. Greater Mending
80. Recipe for Blindness 33. Heal Dislocation or Fracture
81. Recipe for Blistering Death 34. Healing
82. Recipe for Death 35. Invincibility
83. Recipe for Skin Disease 36. Invincibility to Acid
84. Rot 37. Invincibility to Air
85. Soulstealer’s Black Bolt 38. Invincibility to Bases
86. Spermicidal Sphere 39. Invincibility to Cold
87. Symbol of Ethicality 40. Invincibility to Earth
88. Symbol of Immorality 41. Invincibility to Electricity
89. Symbol of Morality 42. Invincibility to Fire
90. Synbol of Unethicality 43. Invincibility to Gaze
91. Truncheon 44. Invincibility to Poison
45. Invincibility to Water
46. Lesser Healing
Water 47. Lesser Mending
1. Aching Feet 48. Magical Warning
2. Against every Wild Animal, Aquatic Creature 49. Mass Complete Healing

Appendix 2: Spell Lists

and Robbers 50. Mass Greater Healing
3. Against Evil Sleep 51. Mass Healing
4. Against Menstruation 52. Mass Lesser Healing
5. Anti-venom 53. Mass Protection from Acid
6. Augment Charisma 54. Mass Protection from Air
7. Augment Debauchery 55. Mass Protection from Bases
8. Augment Dexterity 56. Mass Protection from Cholerics
9. Augment Intelligence 57. Mass Protection from Cold
10. Augment Magic 58. Mass Protection from Discipline
11. Augment Physique 59. Mass Protection from Earth
12. Augment Piety 60. Mass Protection from Electricity
13. Augment Vision 61. Mass Protection from Ethicality
14. Augment Wisdom 62. Mass Protection from Fire
15. Banish Allergy 63. Mass Protection from Gaze
16. Banish Disease 64. Mass Protection from Immorality
17. Banish Intoxication 65. Mass Protection from Melancholics
18. Banish Paralysis 66. Mass Protection from Morality
19. Banish Poison 67. Mass Protection from Phlegmatics
20. Business Spell 68. Mass Protection from Physical Harm
21. Coal Foot 69. Mass Protection from Poison
23. Complete Healing 70. Mass Protection from Sanguines
24. Cryotherapy 71. Mass Protection from Sonics
25. De Medicamentis 72. Mass Protection from Unethicality
26. Favor and Victory Charm 73. Mass Protection from Water
27. For an Erection 74. Multiplication of Loaves and Fish
28. For Coughs 75. Perpetual Healing
29. For Discharge of the Eyes 76. Pleasure Berry
30. For Fever with Shivering Fits 77. Protection from Acid

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79. Protection from Bases Air:
80. Protection from Cholerics 1. Call Chilly Gust
81. Protection from Cold 2. Call Familiar
82. Protection from Discipline 3. Call Fog
83. Protection from Earth 4. Call Gale Wind
84. Protection from Electricity 5. Call Light
85. Protection from Ethicality 6. Call Maggots
86. Protection from Fire 7. Call Magic Mail
87. Protection from Gaze 8. Call Termites
88. Protection from Immorality 9. Dream Spell
89. Protection from Melancholics 10. Fetching Charm
90. Protection from Morality 11. Headless
91. Protection from Phlegmatics 12. Lesser Hologram
92. Protection from Physical Harm 13. Puddle of Crud
93. Protection from Poison 14. Putrid Portrait
94. Protection from Sanguines
95. Protection from Sonics Earth:
96. Protection from Unethicality 1. Acidic Touch
97. Protection from Water 2. Alter Temperature
Appendix 2: Spell Lists

98. Raise Prowess 3. Arachnid Feet

99. Re-animation 4. Audio Range
100. Regeneration 5. Cover Tracks
101. Revivification 6. Defenistration
102. Sanitize Food/Beverage 7. Ejaculate Acid
103. Spell for Removal of Poison 8. Ejaculate Blood
104. Spermatozoa Rejuvenation 9. Faceless
10. Flyweight
11. Force Fart
12. Frosty Touch
13. Heating
14. Hurl Voice
15. Impotence
16. Lesser Vulnerability to Air
17. Lesser Vulnerability to Armor
18. Lesser Vulnerability to Cold
19. Lesser Vulnerability to Discipline
20. Lesser Vulnerability to Earth
21. Lesser Vulnerability to Electricity
22. Lesser Vulnerability to Fire
23. Lesser Vulnerability to Weapon
24. Ondontoloxia
25. Phlogistic Augmentation
26. Preservation
27. Seal Item
28. Seal Orifice
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31. Varicose Veins 15. Cryoprobe
32. Wooden Carapace 16. Detonation
17. Electrical Field
Ether: 18. Fierce Fire
1. Asertain Properties 19. For Ascent of the Uterus
2. Beguile Foe 20. Force Missile
3. Charm Small Mammal 21. Ionic Attack
4. Charm to Induce Insomnia I 22. Lesser Electrical Discharge
5. Demokritos’ Table Gimmicks 23. One for All
6. Detect Air 24. Pain Berry
7. Detect Earth 25. Rot
8. Detect Ether 26. Spermicidal Sphere
9. Detect Fire
10. Detect Magic Water:
11. Detect Scent 1. Against Evil Seep
12. Detect Water 2. Against Menstruation
13. Determine Magic 3. Anti-venom
14. Evil Sleep I 4. Business Spell

Appendix 2: Spell Lists

15. For a Sleeping Woman to Confess the 5. Coal Foot
Name of the Man she Loves 6. Cryotherapy
16. Force Inferiority Complex 7. Favor and Victory Charm
17. Force Oblation 8. For an Erection
18. Force Rancor 9. For Coughs
19. Force Scream 10. For Discharge of the Eyes
20. Force Slumber 11. Lesser Healing
21. Love Spell I 12. Magical Warning
22. Oracle 13. Pleasure Berry
23. Spell to Cause a Woman to Hate a Man 14. Protection from Air
24. Test of Pregnancy 15. Protection from Cold
25. To Keep Bugs Out of the House 16. Protection from Discipline
26. To Win at Dice 17. Protection from Earth
18. Protection from Electricity
Fire: 19. Protection from Fire
1. All for One 20. Protection from Water
2. Bestow Aching Back 21. Raise Prowess
3. Bestow Earache 22. Sanitize Food/Beverage
4. Bestow Fatigue 23. Spermatozoa Rejuvenation
5. Bestow Headache
6. Bestow Ingrown Nail
7. Bestow Intoxication
8. Bestow Lesser Harm
9. Bestow Numbness
10. Bestow Sniffles
11. Bestow Toothache
12. Bestow Ulcer
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Air: 13. Predilection
1. Bestow Aura 14. Recipe for Making a Woman Mad After
2. Call Animals a Man
3. Call Ball Lightning 15. Spell for Restraining Anger
4. Call Guard Dog 16. Trance
5. Call Lesser Being 17. Wet Dream
6. Call Object
7. False Alchemy Fire:
8. Fetching Charm for an Unmanageable 1. Bestow Allergy
Woman 2. Bestow Blistering Boils
9. Internal Infestation 3. Bestow Dislocation
10. Near Death Experience 4. Bestow Harm
5. Bestow Loss of Appetite
Earth: 6. Bestow Paralysis
1. Acclimation 7. Charm to Inflict Harm I
2. An Excellent Spell for Silencing, for 8. For Swollen Testicles
Subjecting, and for Restraining 9. Force Ballista
3. Develop Breasts 10. Internal Explosion
4. Ejaculate Poison 11. Living Monstrosity
Appendix 2: Spell Lists

5. Lesser Vulnerability to Acid 12. Random Mangling

6. Lesser Vulnerability to Bases 13. Recipe for Skin Disease
7. Lesser Vulnerability to Cholerics 14. Symbol of Ethicality
8. Lesser Vulnerability to Melan- 15. Symbol of Immorality
cholics 16. Symbol of Morality
9. Lesser Vulnerability to Phlegmatics 17. Symbol of Unethicality
10. Lesesr Vulnerability to Sanguines
11. Lesser Vulnerability to Sonics Water:
12. Minor Transmogrification 1. Aching Feet
13. Oophagous 2. Against every Wild Animal, Aquatic
14. Prognathism Creature and Robbers
15. Strength 3. Banish Intoxication
16. Stronger than Before 4. Heal Dislocation or Fracture
17. Unattractive 5. Healing
6. Lesser Mending
Ether: 7. Protection from Acid
1. Agelast 8. Protection from Bases
2. Charm for Causing Separation 9. Protection from Cholerics
3. Charm to Open a Door 10. Protection from Gaze
4. Demokritos’ Sphere 11. Protection from Melancholics
5. Detect Choleric Temperament 12. Protection from Phlegmatics
6. Detect Melancholic Temperament 13. Protection from Sanguines
7. Detect Phlegmatic Temperament 14. Protection from Sonics
8. Detect Sanguine Temperament 15. Re-animation
9. Force Favor 16. Spell for Removal of Poison
10. Force Feed
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Air: 1. Bestow Disease
1. Call Acid Rain 2. Bestow Greater Harm
2. Evanescence 3. Bestow Tooth-Rot
3. Have Her Cadaver 4. Cryogenics
4. Greater Hologram 5. Divine Maul
5. Invisibility 6. Greater Electrical Discharge
6. Request for a Dream Oracle 7. Madness
7. Spell for Questioning Corpses 8. Recipe for Blindness
8. Random Impaling
Water:
Earth: 1. Banish Allergy
1. Coercive Spell for Restraining 2. Greater Healing
2. Contraceptive Spell 3. Protection from Ethicality
3. Happy Cleaver 4. Protection from Immorality
4. Hover 5. Protection from Morality
5. Intestinal Wreathe 6. Protection from Physical Harm
6. Lesser Vulnerability to Ethicality 7. Protection from Poison
7. Lesser Vulnerability to Immorality 8. Protection from Unethicality

Appendix 2: Spell Lists

8. Lesser Vulnerability to Morality
9. Lesser Vulnerability to Poison
10. Lesser Vulnerability to Skill
11. Lesser Vulnerability to Unethicality
12. Walk on Water

Ether:
1. Charm to Break Spells
2. Convert to Cannibal
3. Detect Ethicality
4. Detect Immorality
5. Detect Morality
6. Detect Unethicality
7. Discursivity
8. Eternal Spell for Binding a Lover
9. Force Falsity
10. Force Fear
11. Force Fearlessness
12. Lesser Bidding
13. Love Spell III
14. Love Spell of Attraction II
15. Love Spell of Attraction III
16. Love Spell of Attraction through Touch
17. Odium Theologicum
18. Ordained by God
19. Spell for Causing Talk while Asleep
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Air: 1. Bestow Blindness
1. Call Greater Item 2. Bestow Convulsion
2. Call Lightning 3. Bestow Deafness
3. Charm to Break Enchantment 4. Bestow Decade
4. Divination by Means of a Boy 5. Bestow Leprosy
5. Drawn and Quartered 6. Bestow Muteness
6. Evil Sleep II 7. Charm to Inflict Harm II
7. Mass Evanescence 8. Myotomy
8. Resurrection of a Dead Body 9. Pestilential Penis
9. Palfrey 10. Recipe for Blistering Death
10. Worst Nightmare 11. Recipe for Death
12. Truncheon
Earth:
1. Charm to Induce Insomnia II Water:
2. Decortication 1. Banish Disease
3. Flight 2. Banish Paralysis
4. Greater Vulnerability to Air 3. Banish Poison
5. Greater Vulnerability to Armor 4. Greater Mending
6. Greater Vulnerability to Cold 5. Mass Lesser Healing
Appendix 2: Spell Lists

7. Greater Vulnerability to Discipline 6. Mass Protection from Air

8. Greater Vulnerability to Earth 7. Mass Protection from Cold
9. Greater Vulnerability to Electricity 8. Mass Protection from Discipline
10. Greater Vulnerability to Fire 9. Mass Protection from Earth
11. Greater Vulnerability to Weapon 10. Mass Protection from Electricity
12. Immutable Wound 11. Mass Protection from Fire
13. Oroanal 12. Mass Protection from Water
14. Preserve Forest 13. Multiplication of Loaves and Fish
15. Transmogrify Dirt and Mud
16. Transmogrify Metal and Wood

Ether:
1. Cup Spell
2. Detect Emotion
3. Detect Inferiority
4. Detect Lie
5. Detect Superiority
6. Detect Surface Thoughts
7. Greater Bidding
8. Hearing Voices
9. Love Spell IV
10. Love Spell of Attraction IV
11. Perpetual Slumber
12. Possession
13. Reverse Magic
14. Transference

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Air: 1. Bestow Asphyxiation
1. Call Avalanche 2. Bestow Century
2. Call Tidal Wave 3. Charm to Inflict Harm III
3. Call Vermin 4. Diminish Charisma
4. Charm for Direct Vision 5. Diminish Debauchery
5. Indispensible Invisibility 6. Diminish Dexterity
6. Perpetual Hologram 7. Diminish Intelligence
8. Diminish Magic
Earth: 9. Diminish Physique
1. Ablation 10. Diminish Piety
2. Cocoon 11. Diminish Wisdom
3. Greater Vulnerability to Acid 12. Miasma
4. Greater Vulnerability to Bases 13. Pestilential Host
5. Lesser Vulnerability to Cholerics 14. Pestilential Pudenda
6. Lesser Vulnerability to Melancholics 15. Pillars of Salt
7. Lesser Vulnerability to Phlegmatics
8. Lesesr Vulnerability to Sanguines Water:
9. Greater Vulnerability to Sonics 1. For Fever with Shivering Fits

Appendix 2: Spell Lists

10. Perpetual Burn 2. Mass Healing
11. Perpetual Orgasm 3. Mass Protection from Acid
12. Random Dismemberment 4. Mass Protection from Bases
13. Transmogrify Flesh to Stone 5. Mass Protection from Cholerics
6. Mass Protection from Gaze
Ether: 7. Mass Protection from Melancholics
1. Love Spell V 8. Mass Protection from Phlegmatics
2. Detect Thoughts 9. Mass Protection from Sanguines
3. Imbue Item 10. Mass Protection from Sonics
4. Mass Bidding 11. Regeneration

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Air: 1. Bestow Millennium
1. Call Quake 2. Charm to Subject
2. Pillars of Lightning 3. Evil Sleep III
3. True Name 4. Perpetual Bleeding

Earth: Water:
1. Alchemy 1. Augment Charisma
2. Greater Vulnerability to Ethicality 2. Augment Debauchery
3. Greater Vulnerability to Immorality 3. Augment Dexterity
4. Greater Vulnerability to Morality 4. Augment Intelligence
5. Greater Vulnerability to Poison 5. Augment Magic
6. Greater Vulnerability to Skill 6. Augment Physique
7. Greater Vulnerability to Unethicality 7. Augment Piety
8. Rivers Run Red 8. Augment Vision
9. Transmogrify Object 9. Augment Wisdom
10. Complete Healing
Ether: 11. De Medicamentis
1. Akeldama 12. Mass Greater Healing
2. Detect Object 13. Mass Protection from Ethicality
Appendix 2: Spell Lists

3. Foreknowledge Charm I 14. Mass Protection from Immorality

4. Immutability 15. Mass Protection from Morality
5. Mass Greater Bidding 16. Mass Protection from Physical
6. Pudenda Key Spell Harm
7. Spell to Subject and Silence 17. Mass Protection from Poison
18. Mass Protection from Unethicality

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Air: Earth:
1. Call Blizzard 1. Mass Vulnerability to Acid
2. Greater Perpetual Hologram 2. Mass Vulnerability to Bases
3. Rite for Acquiring an Assistant Demon 3. Lesser Vulnerability to Cholerics
4. Rite to Produce an Epiphany of Kore 4. Lesser Vulnerability to Melancholics
5. Wishbone 5. Lesser Vulnerability to Phlegmatics
6. Lesesr Vulnerability to Sanguines
Earth: 7. Mass Vulnerability to Sonics
1. Mass Vulnerability to Air 8. Teleportation
2. Mass Vulnerability to Armor
3. Mass Vulnerability to Cold Ether:
4. Mass Vulnerability to Discipline 1. Martyrization
5. Mass Vulnerability to Earth
6. Mass Vulnerability to Electricity Fire:
7. Mass Vulnerability to Fire 1. Fatal Fable
8. Mass Vulnerability to Weapon 2. Inferno
9. Restraining Spell
10. Rite for Driving out Demons Water:

Appendix 2: Spell Lists

11. Transmogrify Life 1. Invincibility to Acid
2. Invincibility to Bases
Ether: 3. Invincibility to Gaze
1. Detect Evanescence 4. Mass Complete Healing
2. Force Mass Fear

Fire:
1. Bestow Aeon
2. Conflagration

Water:
1. Invincibility to Air
2. Invincibility to Cold
3. Invincibility to Earth
4. Invincibility to Electricity
5. Invincibility to Fire
6. Invincibility to Water
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Air: Air:
1. Burning Bush 1. Call Comet
2. Prayer of Deliverance 2. Call Flood
3. Restraining Rite for Anything 3. Call God
4. Pillar of Smoke
Earth:
1. Mass Vulnerability to Ethicality Earth:
2. Mass Vulnerability to Immorality 1. Create Species
3. Mass Vulnerability to Morality 2. Transmogrification
4. Mass Vulnerability to Poison 3. Waves Be Still
5. Mass Vulnerability to Skill
6. Mass Vulnerability to Unethicality Ether:
1. Omnisicience
Ether: 2. Wish
1. Foreknowledge Charm II
2. Nous Fire:
1. Fatal
Fire: 2. Greater Holocaust
1. Lesser Holocaust 3. Soulstealer’s Black Bolt
Appendix 2: Spell Lists

Water: Supportation:
1. Cloak 1. Invincibility
2. Invincibility to Poison 2. Perpetual Healing
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Random Magical Effects

Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

Under certain conditions, random magical effects are possible. Sometimes these effects are the
result of obscure or powerful magical items; sometimes they result from an incorrect chant, ingredient, or
ritual; sometimes they are actively sought by experimental casters. Players do not roll for random magical
effects; only the Aedile may roll for these effects. In this way, a player is unable to guess the effect, since
the list is alphabetized. The Aedile will reveal the nature of the effect when appropriate.
Regarding the table below, ‘caster’ refers to either the caster of a spell, trigger of an effect, or if
inapplicable, to the original source such as with a magical item. To determine a random magical effect, roll
1d1000 and roll another 1d10 to see if it was the (1-5) first or (6-10) second thousand, and consult the
table below1:

0001. 2 gay ogres appear within 3d10 feet and begin butt-plugging as if tomorrow will not exist.
0002. 666 cacodaemons appear within 666 miles and impregnate 666 females in 666 minutes.
0003. A disembodied, winged Manhood of 3d10 feet appears within 3d10 feet, and it is horny.
0004. A gerbil escapes from the target’s rump. All who see this are stunned for 1 round.
0005. A human male appears, drops his trousers, removes his scrotum, and offers some.
0006. A mobile radius of 3d10 feet around the caster becomes a pool of sulfuric acid.
0007. A mountain forms instantly underneath the caster, making them 1 mile higher.
0008. A random body part within 3d10 feet doubles its BPP, but this does not affect LP.
0009. A random body part within 3d10 feet halves its BPP, but this does not affect LP.
0010. A Random Magical Effect occurs whenever a spell is cast from the caster this week.
0011. A scratch n’ sniff magical symbol of a festering vagina appears on the forehead of the target.
0012. A worm crawls out of the genitals of the caster in search of a better home.
0013. All adult females in the world masturbate tonight while thinking about the caster.
0014. All adult females within 1 mile quest to increase their Cup Size.
0015. All adult males within 1 mile quest to increase their Manhood.

1. This method creates a random distribution from 1-2000 that is random in the sense that each number has the same
probability, whereas the simpler 2d1000 produces a distribution in which each number does not have the same probability,
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 0016. All air within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into earth.
0017. All air within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into fire.
0018. All air within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into water.
0019. All armor within 3d10 feet acquires an extraordinary magical effect.
0020. All armor within 3d10 feet acquires an ordinary magical effect.
0021. All armor within 3d10 feet shrinks by 50% in size. Characters inside will die of constriction.
0022. All armor within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into air and seems to vanish.
0023. All armor within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into fire. Wearers suffer 3d10 LP of fire damage.
0024. All armor within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into water and splashes onto the ground.
0025. All armor within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into wood. Wearers get splinters.
0026. All backpacks within 3d10 feet become wild dogs.
0027. All bees within 1d10 miles think that pollen is in the ear of the caster.
0028. All blades of swords within 3d10 feet hang limp for 3d10 rounds.
0029. All blind characters within 3d10 feet become able to see.
0030. All blood within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into a random poison. They are immune to poison.
0031. All blood within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into ale. They are now immune to intoxication.
0032. All blood within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into diarrhea. They will always talk shit.
0033. All blood within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into ether. They are now immune to Ether spells.
Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

0034. All blood within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into lava. They are now immune to Fire spells.
0035. All blood within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into liquid gold. They will always piss away a fortune.
0036. All blood within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into mud. They are now immune to Earth spells.
0037. All blood within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into smoke. They are now immune to Air spells.
0038. All blood within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into urine. They will never get pissed off again.
0039. All blood within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into water. They are now immune to Water spells.
0040. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire - 12 CA for 3d10 hours.
0041. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire - 12 SP in their weapon for 3d10 hours.
0042. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire - 15 CA for 3d10 minutes.
0043. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire - 15 SP in their weapon for 3d10 minutes.
0044. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire - 18 CA for 3d10 rounds.
0045. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire - 18 SP in their weapon for 3d10 rounds.
0046. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire - 21 CA for 3d10 seconds.
0047. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire - 21 SP in their weapon for 3d10 seconds.
0048. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire - 3 CA for 3d10 months.
0049. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire - 3 SP in their weapon for 3d10 months.
0050. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire - 6 CA for 3d10 weeks.
0051. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire - 6 SP in their weapon for 3d10 weeks.
0052. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire - 9 CA for 3d10 days.
0053. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire - 9 SP in their weapon for 3d10 days.
0054. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire + 12 CA for 3d10 hours.
0055. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire + 12 SP in their weapon for 3d10 hours.
0056. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire + 15 CA for 3d10 minutes.
0057. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire + 15 SP in their weapon for 3d10 minutes.
0058. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire + 18 CA for 3d10 rounds.
0059. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire + 18 SP in their weapon for 3d10 rounds.
0060. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire + 21 CA for 3d10 seconds.
0061. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire + 21 SP in their weapon for 3d10 seconds.
0062. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire + 3 CA for 3d10 months.
0063. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire + 3 SP in their weapon for 3d10 months.
0064. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire + 6 CA for 3d10 weeks.
0065. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire + 6 SP in their weapon for 3d10 weeks.
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0067. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire + 9 SP in their weapon for 3d10 days.
0068. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire 1 random anakim trait.
0069. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire 1d10 random anakim traits.
0070. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire 20 SP to allocate without restriction.
0071. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of (3d10)% LP.
0072. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with a random Specific Weapon skill.
0073. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Acting (Drama) skill.
0074. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Agriculture skill.
0075. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Aim skill.
0076. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Ambidexterity skill.
0077. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Anatomy skill.
0078. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Animal Handling skill.
0079. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Appraise skill.
0080. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Architecture skill.
0081. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Armorsmithing skill.
0082. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Balance skill.
0083. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Basketweaving skill.
0084. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Blacksmithing skill.

Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

0085. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Blindfighting skill.
0086. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Bookbinding skill.
0087. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Bowyer skill.
0088. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Brass-smithing skill.
0089. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Brawling skill.
0090. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Brewing skill.
0091. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Brickmaking skill.
0092. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Candlemaking skill.
0093. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Carpentry skill.
0094. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Cartography skill.
0095. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Catching skill.
0096. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Charioteering skill.
0097. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Chemistry skill.
0098. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Cleaning skill.
0099. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Climb skill.
0100. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Clockmaking skill.
0101. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Cobbling skill.
0102. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Comedy (Buffoonery) skill.
0103. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Comedy (Physical) skill.
0104. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Comedy (Pun) skill.
0105. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Constellations skill.
0106. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Contortion skill.
0107. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Cooking skill.
0108. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Coppersmithing skill.
0109. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Cosmetics skill.
0110. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Dance skill.
0111. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Delousing skill.
0112. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Diagnosing skill.
0113. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Direction Sense skill.
0114. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Disarm skill.
0115. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Disguise skill.
0116. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Dismemberment skill.
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 0118. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Enameling skill.
0119. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Engraving skill.
0120. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Etiquette skill.
0121. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Fishing skill.
0122. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Fletching skill.
0123. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Foresting skill.
0124. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Forgery skill.
0125. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Gambling skill.
0126. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Gemcutting skill.
0127. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Genealogy skill.
0128. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Girdlemaking skill.
0129. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Glassblowing skill.
0130. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Glovemaking skill.
0131. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Goldsmithing skill.
0132. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Grooming skill.
0133. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Haggling skill.
0134. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Hairstyling skill.
0135. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Hatmaking skill.
Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

0136. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Heraldry skill.
0137. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Herbalism skill.
0138. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Hewing skill.
0139. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Hide skill.
0140. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Hunting skill.
0141. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Hurl skill.
0142. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Impaling skill.
0143. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Inkmaking skill.
0144. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Intimidation skill.
0145. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Juggling skill.
0146. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Jump skill.
0147. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Law skill.
0148. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Locksmithing skill.
0149. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Lock-picking skill.
0150. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Logic skill.
0151. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Mangling skill.
0152. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Massage skill.
0153. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Milking skill.
0154. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Milling skill.
0155. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Mining skill.
0156. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Minting skill.
0157. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Mountaineering skill.
0158. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Mounted Archery skill.
0159. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Painting skill.
0160. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Papermaking skill.
0161. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Parry skill.
0162. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Perfumemaking skill.
0163. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Persuasion skill.
0164. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Pewtersmithing skill.
0165. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Philosophy skill.
0166. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Pick Pocket skill.
0167. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Pottery skill.
0168. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Pursemaking skill.

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0169. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Read Lips skill.
0170. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Remember Detail skill.
0171. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Riding skill.
0172. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Rope-making skill.
0173. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Rope Use skill.
0174. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Saddlemaking skill.
0175. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Sailing skill.
0176. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Sailmaking skill.
0177. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Sculpture skill.
0178. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Search skill.
0179. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Seduction skill.
0180. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Sexual Adeptness skill.
0181. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Sheathmaking skill.
0182. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Shipwright skill.
0183. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Sight skill.
0184. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Silence skill.
0185. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Silversmithing skill.
0186. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Skinning skill.

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0187. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Smell skill.
0188. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Soapmaking skill.
0189. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Sound skill.
0190. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Spitting skill.
0191. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Sprint skill.
0192. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Stonemasonry skill.
0193. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Storytelling skill.
0194. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Surgery skill.
0195. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Symbology skill.
0196. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Swim skill.
0197. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Tailoring skill.
0198. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Tanning skill.
0199. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Taste skill.
0200. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Teaching skill.
0201. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Thatching skill.
0202. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Tilemaking skill.
0203. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Tinkering skill.
0204. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Touch skill.
0205. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Toxicology skill.
0206. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Tracking skill.
0207. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Transcribing skill.
0208. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Trapping skill.
0209. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Trickery skill.
0210. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Tumble skill.
0211. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Urinating skill.
0212. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Ventriloquism skill.
0213. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Wainwrighting skill.
0214. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Weather Prediction skill.
0215. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Weaving skill.
0216. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Wheelwrighting skill.
0217. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Wilderness Lore skill.
0218. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a bonus of 1d10 with the Wrestling skill.
0219. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a disposition of EI.

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 0220. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a disposition of EM.
0221. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a disposition of EN.
0222. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a disposition of NI.
0223. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a disposition of NI.
0224. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a disposition of NN.
0225. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a disposition of UI.
0226. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a disposition of UM.
0227. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a disposition of UN.
0228. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a fetish for attempting to kiss their armpits.
0229. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a fetish for females who want to kill them.
0230. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of (3d10)% LP.
0231. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with a random Specific Weapon skill.
0232. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Acting (Drama) skill.
0233. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Agriculture skill.
0234. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Aim skill.
0235. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Ambidexterity skill.
0236. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Anatomy skill.
0237. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Animal Handling skill.
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0238. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Appraise skill.
0239. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Architecture skill.
0240. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Armorsmithing skill.
0241. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Balance skill.
0242. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Basketweaving skill.
0243. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Blacksmithing skill.
0244. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Blindfighting skill.
0245. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Bookbinding skill.
0246. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Bowyer skill.
0247. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Brass-smithing skill.
0248. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Brawling skill.
0249. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Brewing skill.
0250. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Brickmaking skill.
0251. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Candlemaking skill.
0252. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Carpentry skill.
0253. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Cartography skill.
0254. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Catching skill.
0255. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Charioteering skill.
0256. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Chemistry skill.
0257. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Cleaning skill.
0258. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Climb skill.
0259. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Clockmaking skill.
0260. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Cobbling skill.
0261. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Comedy (Buffoonery) skill.
0262. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Comedy (Physical) skill.
0263. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Comedy (Pun) skill.
0264. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Constellations skill.
0265. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Contortion skill.
0266. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Cooking skill.
0267. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Coppersmithing skill.
0268. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Cosmetics skill.
0269. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Dance skill.
0270. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Delousing skill.

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0271. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Diagnosing skill.
0272. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Direction Sense skill.
0273. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Disarm skill.
0274. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Disguise skill.
0275. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Dismemberment skill.
0276. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Dying skill.
0277. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Enameling skill.
0278. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Engraving skill.
0279. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Etiquette skill.
0280. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Fishing skill.
0281. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Fletching skill.
0282. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Foresting skill.
0283. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Forgery skill.
0284. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Gambling skill.
0285. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Gemcutting skill.
0286. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Genealogy skill.
0287. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Girdlemaking skill.
0288. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Glassblowing skill.

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0289. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Glovemaking skill.
0290. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Goldsmithing skill.
0291. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Grooming skill.
0292. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Haggling skill.
0293. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Hairstyling skill.
0294. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Hatmaking skill.
0295. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Heraldry skill.
0296. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Herbalism skill.
0297. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Hewing skill.
0298. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Hide skill.
0299. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Hunting skill.
0300. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Hurl skill.
0301. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Impaling skill.
0302. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Inkmaking skill.
0303. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Intimidation skill.
0304. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Juggling skill.
0305. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Jump skill.
0306. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Law skill.
0307. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Locksmithing skill.
0308. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Lock-picking skill.
0309. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Logic skill.
0310. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Mangling skill.
0311. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Massage skill.
0312. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Milking skill.
0313. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Milling skill.
0314. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Mining skill.
0315. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Minting skill.
0316. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Mountaineering skill.
0317. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Mounted Archery skill.
0318. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Painting skill.
0319. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Papermaking skill.
0320. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Parry skill.
0321. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Perfumemaking skill.

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 0322. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Persuasion skill.
0323. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Pewtersmithing skill.
0324. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Philosophy skill.
0325. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Pick Pocket skill.
0326. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Pottery skill.
0327. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Pursemaking skill.
0328. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Read Lips skill.
0329. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Remember Detail skill.
0330. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Riding skill.
0331. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Rope-making skill.
0332. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Rope Use skill.
0333. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Saddlemaking skill.
0334. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Sailing skill.
0335. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Sailmaking skill.
0336. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Sculpture skill.
0337. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Search skill.
0338. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Seduction skill.
0339. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Sexual Adeptness skill.
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0340. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Sheathmaking skill.
0341. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Shipwright skill.
0342. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Sight skill.
0343. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Silence skill.
0344. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Silversmithing skill.
0345. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Skinning skill.
0346. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Smell skill.
0347. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Soapmaking skill.
0348. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Sound skill.
0349. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Spitting skill.
0350. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Sprint skill.
0351. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Stonemasonry skill.
0352. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Storytelling skill.
0353. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Surgery skill.
0354. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Symbology skill.
0355. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Swim skill.
0356. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Tailoring skill.
0357. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Tanning skill.
0358. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Taste skill.
0359. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Teaching skill.
0360. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Thatching skill.
0361. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Tilemaking skill.
0362. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Tinkering skill.
0363. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Touch skill.
0364. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Toxicology skill.
0365. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Tracking skill.
0366. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Transcribing skill.
0367. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Trapping skill.
0368. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Trickery skill.
0369. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Tumble skill.
0370. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Urinating skill.
0371. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Ventriloquism skill.
0372. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Wainwrighting skill.

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0373. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Weather Prediction skill.
0374. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Weaving skill.
0375. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Wheelwrighting skill.
0376. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Wilderness Lore skill.
0377. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a penalty of 1d10 with the Wrestling skill.
0378. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire a phobia. (see Chap. 5: Mind and App. 4: Phobias.)
0379. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire abasiophilia.
0380. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire acrotomophilia.
0381. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire anorexia nervosa.
0382. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire antisocial personality disorder.
0383. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire autoabasiophilia.
0384. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire avoidant personality disorder.
0385. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire bipolar disorder.
0386. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire borderline personality disorder.
0387. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire coprophilia.
0388. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire dementia.
0389. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire dependent personality disorder.
0390. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire depersonalization disorder.

Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

0391. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire depression.
0392. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire dissociative fugue.
0393. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire dissociative identity disorder.
0394. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire erotophonophilia.
0395. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire exhibitionism.
0396. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire formicophilia.
0397. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire frotteurism.
0398. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire generalized anxiety disorder.
0399. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire histrionic personality disorder.
0400. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire hypersomnia.
0401. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire hypoxyphilia.
0402. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire intermittent explosive disorder.
0403. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire kleptomania.
0404. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire mania.
0405. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire narcissistic personality disorder.
0406. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire narratophilia.
0407. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire necrophilia.
0408. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire nymphomania.
0409. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire obsessive-compulsive disorder.
0410. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire obsessive-compulsive personality disorder.
0411. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire obsessive-compulsive washing behavior.
0412. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire panic disorder.
0413. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire paranoia.
0414. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire paranoid personality disorder.
0415. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire pathological gambling.
0416. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire pedophilia.
0417. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire post-traumatic stress disorder.
0418. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire psychosis.
0419. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire pyromania.
0420. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire raptophilia.
0421. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire schizoid personality disorder.
0422. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire schizophrenia.
0423. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire scoptophilia.

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 0424. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire sexual masochism.
0425. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire sexual sadism.
0426. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire sleepwalking disorder.
0427. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire somnophilia.
0428. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire Tourette’s Syndrome.
0429. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire trichotillomania.
0430. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire urophilia.
0431. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire vaginismus.
0432. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire vomerophilia.
0433. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire voyeurism.
0434. All characters within 3d10 feet acquire zoophilia.
0435. All characters within 3d10 feet are (1d100)% resistant to magic.
0436. All characters within 3d10 feet are now each holding a bec de corbin.
0437. All characters within 3d10 feet are now each holding a berdeesh.
0438. All characters within 3d10 feet are now each holding a bipennis.
0439. All characters within 3d10 feet are now each holding a cat-o-nine tails.
0440. All characters within 3d10 feet are now each holding a gladius.
0441. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding awl pikes.
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0442. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding bastard swords.
0443. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding bills.
0444. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding body shields.
0445. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding broadswords.
0446. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding bucklers.
0447. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding bull whips.
0448. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding cleavers.
0449. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding cut-and-thrust swords.
0450. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding daggers.
0451. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding falchions.
0452. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding fauchards.
0453. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding flamberges.
0454. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding footman’s battle axes.
0455. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding footman’s maces.
0456. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding footman’s military picks.
0457. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding footman’s war hammers.
0458. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding glaives.
0459. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding guisarmes.
0460. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding halberds.
0461. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding hand axes.
0462. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding hand crossbows.
0463. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding holy water sprinklers.
0464. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding horseman’s battle axes.
0465. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding horseman’s flails.
0466. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding horseman’s maces.
0467. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding horseman’s military picks.
0468. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding horseman’s war hammers.
0469. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding hunting knives.
0470. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding javelins.
0471. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding long spears.
0472. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding long swords.
0473. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding longbows.
0474. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding mace-axes.

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0475. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding mauls.
0476. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding medium spears.
0477. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding military flails.
0478. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding military forks.
0479. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding morgensterns.
0480. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding partisans.
0481. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding pilums.
0482. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding pitchforks.
0483. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding poleaxes.
0484. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding pry bars.
0485. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding quarterstaves.
0486. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding ranseurs.
0487. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding saps.
0488. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding scourges.
0489. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding scythes.
0490. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding short spears.
0491. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding short swords.
0492. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding shortbows.

Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

0493. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding shovels.
0494. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding sickles.
0495. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding sledgehammers.
0496. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding slings.
0497. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding spetums.
0498. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding stilettos.
0499. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding throwing knives.
0500. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding torches.
0501. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding tridents.
0502. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding voulges.
0503. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding wheel and ratchet crossbows.
0504. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding whips.
0505. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding wooden kite shields.
0506. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding wooden round shields.
0507. All characters within 3d10 feet are now holding zweihanders.
0508. All characters within 3d10 feet are now naked and covered with honey.
0509. All characters within 3d10 feet are now wearing banded mail.
0510. All characters within 3d10 feet are now wearing brigandine.
0511. All characters within 3d10 feet are now wearing coifs.
0512. All characters within 3d10 feet are now wearing gambesons.
0513. All characters within 3d10 feet are now wearing leather armor.
0514. All characters within 3d10 feet are now wearing scalemail.
0515. All characters within 3d10 feet are now wearing spangenhelms.
0516. All characters within 3d10 feet are now wearing studded leather armor.
0517. All characters within 3d10 feet are now wearing suits of 4-in-1 chainmail.
0518. All characters within 3d10 feet are now wearing suits of 6-in-1 chainmail.
0519. All characters within 3d10 feet are now wearing suits of ceremonial platemail.
0520. All characters within 3d10 feet are now wearing suits of platemail.
0521. All characters within 3d10 feet attempt to commit suicide for 3d10 rounds.
0522. All characters within 3d10 feet attempt to drown the next anakim seen.
0523. All characters within 3d10 feet attempt to drown the next bugbear seen.
0524. All characters within 3d10 feet attempt to drown the next dwarf seen.
0525. All characters within 3d10 feet attempt to drown the next elf seen.

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 0526. All characters within 3d10 feet attempt to drown the next human seen.
0527. All characters within 3d10 feet attempt to drown the next kobold seen.
0528. All characters within 3d10 feet attempt to drown the next ogre seen.
0529. All characters within 3d10 feet attempt to drown the next troll seen.
0530. All characters within 3d10 feet attempt to hang the next anakim seen from a tree.
0531. All characters within 3d10 feet attempt to hang the next bugbear seen from a tree.
0532. All characters within 3d10 feet attempt to hang the next dwarf seen from a tree.
0533. All characters within 3d10 feet attempt to hang the next elf seen from a tree.
0534. All characters within 3d10 feet attempt to hang the next human seen from a tree.
0535. All characters within 3d10 feet attempt to hang the next kobold seen from a tree.
0536. All characters within 3d10 feet attempt to hang the next ogre seen from a big tree.
0537. All characters within 3d10 feet attempt to hang the next troll seen from a tree.
0538. All characters within 3d10 feet attempt to kill the next character seen who is sleeping.
0539. All characters within 3d10 feet become able to appear as though dead at will.
0540. All characters within 3d10 feet become able to hear earthworms crawling.
0541. All characters within 3d10 feet become able to pass through stone walls 2 feet thick.
0542. All characters within 3d10 feet become able to read 3d10 thoughts once per day.
0543. All characters within 3d10 feet become able to regenerate 1 BPP per hour.
Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

0544. All characters within 3d10 feet become able to see at night as well as during the day.
0545. All characters within 3d10 feet become able to see heat patterns 3d10 feet away at night.
0546. All characters within 3d10 feet become able to smell and identify blood within 3d10 feet.
0547. All characters within 3d10 feet become able to smell the blood of others 3d10 feet away.
0548. All characters within 3d10 feet become able to swallow and digest metallic objects.
0549. All characters within 3d10 feet become afraid of sunlight.
0550. All characters within 3d10 feet become afraid of the dark.
0551. All characters within 3d10 feet become anakim-supremacists.
0552. All characters within 3d10 feet become blind during sunrise and sunset.
0553. All characters within 3d10 feet become blind.
0554. All characters within 3d10 feet become bugbear-supremacists.
0555. All characters within 3d10 feet become covered in fur that is 1d6 inches long.
0556. All characters within 3d10 feet become cured of all diseases.
0557. All characters within 3d10 feet become deaf during conversation.
0558. All characters within 3d10 feet become deaf.
0559. All characters within 3d10 feet become dog-supremacists.
0560. All characters within 3d10 feet become dragon-supremacists.
0561. All characters within 3d10 feet become dwarf-supremacists.
0562. All characters within 3d10 feet become elf-supremacists.
0563. All characters within 3d10 feet become homosexual.
0564. All characters within 3d10 feet become human-supremacists.
0565. All characters within 3d10 feet become hunchbacked, losing (1d10)% of their height.
0566. All characters within 3d10 feet become ill with a random disease for 3d10 days.
0567. All characters within 3d10 feet become immune to Ether spells.
0568. All characters within 3d10 feet become immune to fire, having heads permanently ablaze.
0569. All characters within 3d10 feet become immune to normal weapons.
0570. All characters within 3d10 feet become invisible, as per the spell Evanescence.
0571. All characters within 3d10 feet become kleptomaniacs for silverware.
0572. All characters within 3d10 feet become kobold-supremacists.
0573. All characters within 3d10 feet become nocturnal.
0574. All characters within 3d10 feet become ogre-supremacists.
0575. All characters within 3d10 feet become older by (3d10)% of their age in years.
0576. All characters within 3d10 feet become ostracized by those about whom they care.

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0577. All characters within 3d10 feet become retards.
0578. All characters within 3d10 feet become shorter in height by (3d10)%.
0579. All characters within 3d10 feet become slaves in the nearest kobold mine.
0580. All characters within 3d10 feet become taller in height by (3d10)%.
0581. All characters within 3d10 feet become the opposite disposition and gender.
0582. All characters within 3d10 feet become troll-supremacists.
0583. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to breathe, except with their thumb in their rump.
0584. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to cast spells, except during sunrise.
0585. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to defecate, except while sprinting.
0586. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to feel sexual excitement, except when speaking.
0587. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to hear anakim.
0588. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to hear bugbears.
0589. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to hear dwarves.
0590. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to hear elves.
0591. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to hear females.
0592. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to hear humans.
0593. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to hear kobolds.
0594. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to hear males.

Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

0595. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to hear ogres.
0596. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to hear trolls.
0597. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to hold a conversation of more than 100 words.
0598. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to lie.
0599. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to reason and are very emotional.
0600. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to regain MP.
0601. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to remember faces more than 1 day.
0602. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to remove their hands from their ankles.
0603. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to see a foe during combat.
0604. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to see anakim.
0605. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to see bugbears.
0606. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to see dwarves.
0607. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to see elves.
0608. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to see females.
0609. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to see humans.
0610. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to see kobolds.
0611. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to see males.
0612. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to see ogres.
0613. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to see trolls.
0614. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to speak, except during sex.
0615. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to tell the truth.
0616. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to urinate, except while birds are chirping.
0617. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to urinate, except while doing a hand-stand.
0618. All characters within 3d10 feet become unable to use proper etiquette.
0619. All characters within 3d10 feet become younger by (3d10)% of their age in years.
0620. All characters within 3d10 feet become zoophiliacs.
0621. All characters within 3d10 feet believe that every pebble seen is an emerald.
0622. All characters within 3d10 feet believe they are a god for 3d10 days.
0623. All characters within 3d10 feet believe they are each the leader of a powerful army.
0624. All characters within 3d10 feet burn for 3d10 rounds, suffering 1d10 LP per round.
0625. All characters within 3d10 feet can understand Angelic, but cannot speak it.
0626. All characters within 3d10 feet can understand Demonic, but cannot speak it.
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0629. All characters within 3d10 feet crave oral sex.
0630. All characters within 3d10 feet decide immediately to go live in the nearest desert.
0631. All characters within 3d10 feet decide to change to a random occupation.
0632. All characters within 3d10 feet decide to take baths together.
0633. All characters within 3d10 feet die from lightning bolts from the sky, except the caster.
0634. All characters within 3d10 feet emit a blinding-white aura during a surprise attack.
0635. All characters within 3d10 feet fail their next Agility sub-ability check.
0636. All characters within 3d10 feet fail their next Analytic Intelligence sub-ability check.
0637. All characters within 3d10 feet fail their next Bodily Attractiveness sub-ability check.
0638. All characters within 3d10 feet fail their next Common Sense sub-ability check.
0639. All characters within 3d10 feet fail their next Drive sub-ability check.
0640. All characters within 3d10 feet fail their next Enunciation sub-ability check.
0641. All characters within 3d10 feet fail their next Facial Charisma sub-ability check.
0642. All characters within 3d10 feet fail their next Hand-Eye Coordination sub-ability check.
0643. All characters within 3d10 feet fail their next Health sub-ability check.
0644. All characters within 3d10 feet fail their next Intuition sub-ability check.
0645. All characters within 3d10 feet fail their next Kinetic Charisma sub-ability check.
Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

0646. All characters within 3d10 feet fail their next Language sub-ability check.
0647. All characters within 3d10 feet fail their next Math sub-ability check.
0648. All characters within 3d10 feet fail their next Physical Fitness sub-ability check.
0649. All characters within 3d10 feet fail their next Reaction Speed sub-ability check.
0650. All characters within 3d10 feet fail their next Reflection sub-ability check.
0651. All characters within 3d10 feet fail their next Rhetorical Charisma sub-ability check.
0652. All characters within 3d10 feet fail their next Spatial Intelligence sub-ability check.
0653. All characters within 3d10 feet fail their next Strength sub-ability check.
0654. All characters within 3d10 feet fail their next Vocal Charisma sub-ability check.
0655. All characters within 3d10 feet fall asleep for 3d10 rounds, then awaken and have sex.
0656. All characters within 3d10 feet fart and diarrhea squirts out.
0657. All characters within 3d10 feet forget what they are doing right now.
0658. All characters within 3d10 feet freeze for 3d10 rounds, suffering 1d10 LP per round.
0659. All characters within 3d10 feet gain (3d10)% Agility.
0660. All characters within 3d10 feet gain (3d10)% Analytic Intelligence.
0661. All characters within 3d10 feet gain (3d10)% Bodily Attractiveness.
0662. All characters within 3d10 feet gain (3d10)% Common Sense.
0663. All characters within 3d10 feet gain (3d10)% Drive.
0664. All characters within 3d10 feet gain (3d10)% Enunciation.
0665. All characters within 3d10 feet gain (3d10)% Facial Charisma.
0666. All characters within 3d10 feet gain (3d10)% Hand-Eye Coordination.
0667. All characters within 3d10 feet gain (3d10)% Health.
0668. All characters within 3d10 feet gain (3d10)% Intuition.
0669. All characters within 3d10 feet gain (3d10)% Kinetic Charisma.
0670. All characters within 3d10 feet gain (3d10)% Language Intelligence.
0671. All characters within 3d10 feet gain (3d10)% Math Intelligence.
0672. All characters within 3d10 feet gain (3d10)% Physical Fitness.
0673. All characters within 3d10 feet gain (3d10)% Reaction Speed.
0674. All characters within 3d10 feet gain (3d10)% Reflection.
0675. All characters within 3d10 feet gain (3d10)% Rhetorical Charisma.
0676. All characters within 3d10 feet gain (3d10)% Spatial Intelligence.
0677. All characters within 3d10 feet gain (3d10)% Strength.
0678. All characters within 3d10 feet gain (3d10)% Vocal Charisma.

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0679. All characters within 3d10 feet gain 3d10 points both in ethicality and immorality.
0680. All characters within 3d10 feet give birth to a clone through their Manhood or vagina.
0681. All characters within 3d10 feet grow a fully functional tongue from their forehead.
0682. All characters within 3d10 feet grow fangs identical to those of a wolf.
0683. All characters within 3d10 feet grow gills and may now breathe only underwater as fish.
0684. All characters within 3d10 feet have a random body part as their erogenous zone.
0685. All characters within 3d10 feet know their future for 3d10 days.
0686. All characters within 3d10 feet lose (3d10)% Agility.
0687. All characters within 3d10 feet lose (3d10)% Analytic Intelligence.
0688. All characters within 3d10 feet lose (3d10)% Bodily Attractiveness.
0689. All characters within 3d10 feet lose (3d10)% Common Sense.
0690. All characters within 3d10 feet lose (3d10)% Drive.
0691. All characters within 3d10 feet lose (3d10)% Enunciation.
0692. All characters within 3d10 feet lose (3d10)% Facial Charisma.
0693. All characters within 3d10 feet lose (3d10)% Hand-Eye Coordination.
0694. All characters within 3d10 feet lose (3d10)% Health.
0695. All characters within 3d10 feet lose (3d10)% Intuition.
0696. All characters within 3d10 feet lose (3d10)% Kinetic Charisma.

Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

0697. All characters within 3d10 feet lose (3d10)% Language Intelligence.
0698. All characters within 3d10 feet lose (3d10)% Math Intelligence.
0699. All characters within 3d10 feet lose (3d10)% Physical Fitness.
0700. All characters within 3d10 feet lose (3d10)% Reaction Speed.
0701. All characters within 3d10 feet lose (3d10)% Reflection.
0702. All characters within 3d10 feet lose (3d10)% Rhetorical Charisma.
0703. All characters within 3d10 feet lose (3d10)% Spatial Intelligence.
0704. All characters within 3d10 feet lose (3d10)% Strength.
0705. All characters within 3d10 feet lose (3d10)% Vocal Charisma.
0706. All characters within 3d10 feet lose 3d10 points both in ethicality and immorality.
0707. All characters within 3d10 feet lose all emotions and only eat, sleep, and stare.
0708. All characters within 3d10 feet lose the emotion of anger.
0709. All characters within 3d10 feet lose the emotion of fear.
0710. All characters within 3d10 feet lose the emotion of guilt.
0711. All characters within 3d10 feet lose the emotion of happiness.
0712. All characters within 3d10 feet lose the emotion of hate.
0713. All characters within 3d10 feet lose the emotion of mercy.
0714. All characters within 3d10 feet lose the emotion of praise.
0715. All characters within 3d10 feet lose the emotion of sadness.
0716. All characters within 3d10 feet magically climb the nearest tree and magically fall from the top.
0717. All characters within 3d10 feet must address males as master and females as mistress.
0718. All characters within 3d10 feet must each attempt to eat a silver coin if owned.
0719. All characters within 3d10 feet must fart, burp, puke, and cough, all at once.
0720. All characters within 3d10 feet must fight each other to the death on their knees.
0721. All characters within 3d10 feet must go to the nearest mountaintop and build a cottage.
0722. All characters within 3d10 feet must kneel and beg to be the slaves of the caster.
0723. All characters within 3d10 feet must look up into the sky at least once every 3d10 minutes.
0724. All characters within 3d10 feet must now analyze the logic of every word spoken.
0725. All characters within 3d10 feet must now attempt to rhyme whenever they speak.
0726. All characters within 3d10 feet must now check their armpit for lice every hour while awake.
0727. All characters within 3d10 feet must now clap their hands before each sentence spoken.
0728. All characters within 3d10 feet must now ignore any character who talks to them.
0729. All characters within 3d10 feet must now shun humanoids and befriend only insects.

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 0730. All characters within 3d10 feet must now shun humanoids and befriend only beasts.
0731. All characters within 3d10 feet must now skip instead of walk.
0732. All characters within 3d10 feet must now speak the name of their god while defecating.
0733. All characters within 3d10 feet must now speak the name of their god while urinating.
0734. All characters within 3d10 feet must now vomit whenever their god is mentioned.
0735. All characters within 3d10 feet must poke-out their own eyes.
0736. All characters within 3d10 feet must scratch itches for 3d10 rounds.
0737. All characters within 3d10 feet must shout obscenities against their king for 3d10 rounds.
0738. All characters within 3d10 feet must shout obscenities against their queen for 3d10 rounds.
0739. All characters within 3d10 feet notice their pubic hair has vanished and never grows again.
0740. All characters within 3d10 feet now believe that all angels are Unethical Immoral.
0741. All characters within 3d10 feet now believe that all cacodaemons are Ethical Moral.
0742. All characters within 3d10 feet now believe that any character who is shorter must die.
0743. All characters within 3d10 feet now believe that any character who is taller must die.
0744. All characters within 3d10 feet now believe that any character within 3d10 feet is a liar.
0745. All characters within 3d10 feet now believe that bathing in urine is healthy.
0746. All characters within 3d10 feet now believe that dung is an excellent source of nutrition.
0747. All characters within 3d10 feet now believe that sex with the living is gross, but the dead is ok.
Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

0748. All characters within 3d10 feet now believe that suicide is the only solution to their woes.
0749. All characters within 3d10 feet now believe that the world is a rhombus.
0750. All characters within 3d10 feet now believe that they are bounty hunters.
0751. All characters within 3d10 feet now believe that they are undead.
0752. All characters within 3d10 feet now believe that they were born from the same rump.
0753. All characters within 3d10 feet now believe that violence with weapons is wrong.
0754. All characters within 3d10 feet now believe that younger characters are their children.
0755. All characters within 3d10 feet now bury everything killed.
0756. All characters within 3d10 feet now call out the name of their previous lover during sex.
0757. All characters within 3d10 feet now cause metal to vibrate when touched.
0758. All characters within 3d10 feet now collect body parts of all kinds.
0759. All characters within 3d10 feet now collect pene (penises) of peasants.
0760. All characters within 3d10 feet now collect semen from slaves.
0761. All characters within 3d10 feet now defend the caster with their lives.
0762. All characters within 3d10 feet now defend the target with their lives.
0763. All characters within 3d10 feet now emit within 3d10 feet the odor of burning flesh.
0764. All characters within 3d10 feet now emit within 3d10 feet the odor of rotting flesh.
0765. All characters within 3d10 feet now emit within 3d10 feet the odor of diarrhea.
0766. All characters within 3d10 feet now emit within 3d10 feet the odor of fish.
0767. All characters within 3d10 feet now emit within 3d10 feet the odor of a skunk.
0768. All characters within 3d10 feet now emit within 3d10 feet the odor of sex.
0769. All characters within 3d10 feet now emit within 3d10 feet the odor of cooked meat.
0770. All characters within 3d10 feet now emit within 3d10 feet the odor of sulfur.
0771. All characters within 3d10 feet now enjoy urinating on their feet, but hide it from others.
0772. All characters within 3d10 feet now exercise naked publicly every morning.
0773. All characters within 3d10 feet now have a memory that is less than 3d10 minutes.
0774. All characters within 3d10 feet now have bodily fluids that are addictive to others.
0775. All characters within 3d10 feet now have bodily fluids that taste like honey.
0776. All characters within 3d10 feet now have inverted nipples.
0777. All characters within 3d10 feet now have skin that is black.
0778. All characters within 3d10 feet now have skin that is blue.
0779. All characters within 3d10 feet now have skin that is bronze.
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0781. All characters within 3d10 feet now have skin that is golden.
0782. All characters within 3d10 feet now have skin that is gray.
0783. All characters within 3d10 feet now have skin that is green.
0784. All characters within 3d10 feet now have skin that is magenta.
0785. All characters within 3d10 feet now have skin that is orange.
0786. All characters within 3d10 feet now have skin that is peach.
0787. All characters within 3d10 feet now have skin that is pink.
0788. All characters within 3d10 feet now have skin that is purple.
0789. All characters within 3d10 feet now have skin that is red.
0790. All characters within 3d10 feet now have skin that is silvery.
0791. All characters within 3d10 feet now have skin that is white.
0792. All characters within 3d10 feet now have skin that is yellow.
0793. All characters within 3d10 feet now have skin that looks made of stone.
0794. All characters within 3d10 feet now hiccup while telling a lie.
0795. All characters within 3d10 feet now hiccup while telling the truth.
0796. All characters within 3d10 feet now know the language of Buggeric.
0797. All characters within 3d10 feet now know the language of Cigan.
0798. All characters within 3d10 feet now know the language of Dragon.

Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

0799. All characters within 3d10 feet now know the language of Dwarven.
0800. All characters within 3d10 feet now know the language of Elven.
0801. All characters within 3d10 feet now know the language of Ephesia Grammata.
0802. All characters within 3d10 feet now know the language of Gruagan.
0803. All characters within 3d10 feet now know the language of Kobold.
0804. All characters within 3d10 feet now know the language of Sapien.
0805. All characters within 3d10 feet now know the language of Troll.
0806. All characters within 3d10 feet now know the language of Underworld.
0807. All characters within 3d10 feet now orgasm whenever dung is seen.
0808. All characters within 3d10 feet now produce cantharides (a poison) instead of dandruff.
0809. All characters within 3d10 feet now reverse the order of words in spoken sentences.
0810. All characters within 3d10 feet now reverse-fart, sucking air in instead of pushing it out.
0811. All characters within 3d10 feet now run to the nearest mountaintop.
0812. All characters within 3d10 feet now sexually desire their relatives, not others.
0813. All characters within 3d10 feet now shit 1 bar of silver bullion on their birthday.
0814. All characters within 3d10 feet now shout when they try to whisper.
0815. All characters within 3d10 feet now snore loudly during the entire time while asleep.
0816. All characters within 3d10 feet now urinate aconitine (see Chap. 17: Natural Substances).
0817. All characters within 3d10 feet now urinate once during each deep sleep.
0818. All characters within 3d10 feet now want to kill every character wearing the color blue.
0819. All characters within 3d10 feet now want to kill every smiling character.
0820. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the black dwarven god of .
0821. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the black dwarven god of .
0822. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the black dwarven god of .
0823. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the bugbear god of .
0824. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the bugbear god of .
0825. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the bugbear god of .
0826. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the bugbear god of .
0827. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the bugbear god of .
0828. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the bugbear god of .
0829. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the bugbear god of .
0830. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the bugbear god of .
0831. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the bugbear god of .

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 0832. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the bugbear god of .
0833. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the bugbear god of .
0834. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the bugbear god of .
0835. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the bugbear god of .
0836. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the bugbear god of .
0837. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the bugbear god of .
0838. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the dark elven god of .
0839. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the dark elven god of .
0840. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human god of air.
0841. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human god of death.
0842. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human god of disease.
0843. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human god of fate.
0844. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human god of fire.
0845. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human god of forests.
0846. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human god of gates.
0847. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human god of intoxication.
0848. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human god of lust.
0849. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human god of merchants.
Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

0850. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human god of peace.
0851. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human god of seasons.
0852. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human god of strife.
0853. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human god of the sun.
0854. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human god of time.
0855. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human god of trickery.
0856. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human god of truth.
0857. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human god of war.
0858. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human god of wealth.
0859. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human goddess of birth.
0860. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human goddess of chance.
0861. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human goddess of the dead.
0862. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human goddess of earth.
0863. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human goddess of happiness.
0864. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human goddess of the hearth.
0865. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human goddess of liberty.
0866. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human goddess of love.
0867. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human goddess of the moon.
0868. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human goddess of water.
0869. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the human goddess of wisdom.
0870. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the kobold god of .
0871. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the kobold god of .
0872. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the kobold god of .
0873. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the kobold god of .
0874. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the kobold god of .
0875. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the kobold god of .
0876. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the kobold god of .
0877. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the kobold god of .
0878. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the kobold god of .
0879. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the kobold god of .
0880. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the kobold god of .
0881. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the kobold god of .
0882. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the kobold god of .

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0883. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the kobold god of .
0884. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the kobold god of .
0885. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the kobold god of .
0886. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the kobold god of .
0887. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the kobold god of .
0888. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the kobold god of .
0889. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the kobold god of .
0890. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the light elven god of .
0891. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the light elven god of .
0892. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the subterranean troll god of .
0893. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the subterranean troll god of .
0894. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the subterranean troll god of .
0895. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the subterranean troll god of .
0896. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the subterranean troll god of .
0897. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the subterranean troll god of .
0898. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the subterranean troll god of .
0899. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the subterranean troll god of .
0900. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the subterranean troll god of .

Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

0901. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the white dwarven god of .
0902. All characters within 3d10 feet now worship the white dwarven god of .
0903. All characters within 3d10 feet participate in an orgy for 3d10 hours.
0904. All characters within 3d10 feet pass their next Agility sub-ability check.
0905. All characters within 3d10 feet pass their next Analytic Intelligence sub-ability check.
0906. All characters within 3d10 feet pass their next Bodily Attractiveness sub-ability check.
0907. All characters within 3d10 feet pass their next Common Sense sub-ability check.
0908. All characters within 3d10 feet pass their next Drive sub-ability check.
0909. All characters within 3d10 feet pass their next Enunciation sub-ability check.
0910. All characters within 3d10 feet pass their next Facial Charisma sub-ability check.
0911. All characters within 3d10 feet pass their next Hand-Eye Coordination sub-ability check.
0912. All characters within 3d10 feet pass their next Health sub-ability check.
0913. All characters within 3d10 feet pass their next Intuition sub-ability check.
0914. All characters within 3d10 feet pass their next Kinetic Charisma sub-ability check.
0915. All characters within 3d10 feet pass their next Language sub-ability check.
0916. All characters within 3d10 feet pass their next Math sub-ability check.
0917. All characters within 3d10 feet pass their next Physical Fitness sub-ability check.
0918. All characters within 3d10 feet pass their next Reaction Speed sub-ability check.
0919. All characters within 3d10 feet pass their next Reflection sub-ability check.
0920. All characters within 3d10 feet pass their next Rhetorical Charisma sub-ability check.
0921. All characters within 3d10 feet pass their next Spatial Intelligence sub-ability check.
0922. All characters within 3d10 feet pass their next Strength sub-ability check.
0923. All characters within 3d10 feet pass their next Vocal Charisma sub-ability check.
0924. All characters within 3d10 feet permanently become white dwarves.
0925. All characters within 3d10 feet plot the most painful death for the caster.
0926. All characters within 3d10 feet renounce their god.
0927. All characters within 3d10 feet reverse handedness.
0928. All characters within 3d10 feet see 1d10 of their teeth fall out.
0929. All characters within 3d10 feet see their arms fall off.
0930. All characters within 3d10 feet see their genitalia fall off.
0931. All characters within 3d10 feet see their left ears fall off.
0932. All characters within 3d10 feet see their left hands fall off.
0933. All characters within 3d10 feet see their legs fall off.

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0935. All characters within 3d10 feet see their noses fall off.
0936. All characters within 3d10 feet see their right ears fall off.
0937. All characters within 3d10 feet see their right hands fall off.
0938. All characters within 3d10 feet seek to chop down the largest tree in the nearest forest.
0939. All characters within 3d10 feet shit 3d10 random gems per day for 3d10 days.
0940. All characters within 3d10 feet speak in tongues for 3d10 rounds.
0941. All characters within 3d10 feet sprout 1 Manhood on each elbow and knee.
0942. All characters within 3d10 feet teleport into a bugbear subjecting facility.
0943. All characters within 3d10 feet teleport to another time, another land.
0944. All characters within 3d10 feet teleport to the middle of the nearest frontline of war.
0945. All characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into air and die, but seem to vanish.
0946. All characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into anakim.
0947. All characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into base ogres.
0948. All characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into black dwarves.
0949. All characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into borbytingarna.
0950. All characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into brown dwarves.
0951. All characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into bugbears.
Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

0952. All characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into cliff ogres.
0953. All characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into dark elves.
0954. All characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into earth, die, and appear as earthen statues.
0955. All characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into fire and die.
0956. All characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into gruagach ogres.
0957. All characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into hill trolls.
0958. All characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into humans.
0959. All characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into kinder-fressers.
0960. All characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into kobolds.
0961. All characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into light elves.
0962. All characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into subterranean trolls.
0963. All characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into water, die, and splash to the ground.
0964. All characters within 3d10 feet vomit 3d10 times within 3d10 minutes.
0965. All characters within 3d10 feet vomit bile and blood for 3d10 rounds.
0966. All characters within 3d10 feet vow to disembowel the next character who annoys the caster.
0967. All characters within 3d10 feet vow to kill any character who looks at them the wrong way.
0968. All characters within 3d10 feet will now drink their beverage first, and then eat their meal.
0969. All characters within 3d10 feet will now eat only raw meat.
0970. All characters within 3d10 feet will now far silently, no matter how hard they push.
0971. All characters within 3d10 feet will now orgasm when within 3d10 feet of a lit candle.
0972. All characters within 3d10 feet will now refuse to trim their fingernails and toenails.
0973. All children of the caster will hate their parents and attempt to kill them at age 2d10.
0974. All children of the caster will now have sexualities opposite their true nature.
0975. All clothes and armor within 3d10 feet transmogrify into rope.
0976. All communities within 3d100 miles now have a statue of the caster in a naked pose.
0977. All creatures within 3d10 feet are fully replenished regarding MP.
0978. All creatures within 3d10 feet randomly swap a body part with each other.
0979. All creatures within 3d10 feet transmogrify into air and die, but seem to vanish.
0980. All creatures within 3d10 feet transmogrify into earth, die, and appear as earthen statues.
0981. All creatures within 3d10 feet transmogrify into fire and die.
0982. All creatures within 3d10 feet transmogrify into water, die, and splash to the ground.
0983. All dead objects within 3d10 feet come to life.
0984. All earth within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into air.

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0986. All earth within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into water.
0987. All females who perform fellatio for the caster become 1d10 years younger.
0988. All females within 3d10 feet acquire control over their menstrual cycle.
0989. All females within 3d10 feet become homosexual lovers.
0990. All females within 3d10 feet become must now defecate during each orgasm.
0991. All females within 3d10 feet become must now fart during each orgasm.
0992. All females within 3d10 feet lose their gag reflex.
0993. All females within 3d10 feet must now perform fellatio for the caster.
0994. All females within 3d10 feet must now perform fellatio for the target.
0995. All females within 3d10 feet must perform fellatio 3d10 times per day.
0996. All females within 3d10 feet remain mammals, but lay eggs.
0997. All fire within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into air.
0998. All fire within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into earth.
0999. All fire within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into water.
1000. All forearms within 3d10 feet grow twice as long as the caster is tall.
1001. All genitalia within 3d10 feet increase (3d10)% in size.
1002. All grass within 3d10 feet ceases to grow.

Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

1003. All grass within 3d10 feet dies.
1004. All grass within 3d10 feet grows 3d10 feet long.
1005. All hair within 3d10 feet grows 3d10 inches in length.
1006. All hair within 3d10 feet is replaced with grass that grows as hair once did.
1007. All hair within 3d10 feet vanishes.
1008. All illiterate characters within 3d10 feet learn to read a random language.
1009. All kingdoms within 3d100 miles unite under the nearest king.
1010. All life within 3d10 feet dies.
1011. All limbs within 3d10 feet become paralyzed for 3d10 seconds.
1012. All literate characters within 3d10 feet become illiterate.
1013. All magical items that have unknown properties with the caster are now fully understood.
1014. All males within 3d10 feet become homosexual lovers.
1015. All males within 3d10 feet can now see in total darkness while erect.
1016. All males within 3d10 feet fear that others want to bite off their Manhood.
1017. All males within 3d10 feet must now defecate while ejaculating.
1018. All males within 3d10 feet must now fart while ejaculating.
1019. All males within 3d10 feet now attempt rape during every full moon.
1020. All males within 3d10 feet now believe that farting in public is what the ladies love.
1021. All males within 3d10 feet now believe that rape is wrong.
1022. All males within 3d10 feet now believe that the brown-eye (the rump) tastes like ale.
1023. All males within 3d10 feet now leave Manhood-prints, instead of footprints, where they walk.
1024. All metal within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into stone.
1025. All metal within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into wood.
1026. All pastries within 1 mile now contain 3d10 daphne berries.
1027. All previously shat shit of the caster, ever, becomes sentient and tries to return home.
1028. All rodents within 1 mile run to the caster and follow them for 3d10 hours.
1029. All stone within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into metal.
1030. All stone within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into wood.
1031. All trees within 3d100 feet become shaped like pupoofs (see Buggeric in Chap. 6: Sociality).
1032. All trees within 3d100 feet come to life, uproot themselves, and go on a killing spree.
1033. All trees within 3d100 feet transmogrify into air and seem to vanish.
1034. All trees within 3d100 feet transmogrify into fire.
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1037. All water within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into earth.
1038. All water within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into fire.
1039. All weapons within 3d10 feet acquire an extraordinary magical effect.
1040. All weapons within 3d10 feet acquire an ordinary magical effect.
1041. All weapons within 3d10 feet transmogrify into air and seem to vanish.
1042. All weapons within 3d10 feet transmogrify into fire. Wielders suffer 1d10 LP of fire damage.
1043. All weapons within 3d10 feet transmogrify into water and splash onto the ground.
1044. All weapons within 3d10 feet transmogrify into wood. Wielders get splinters.
1045. All wood within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into metal.
1046. All wood within 3d10 feet transmogrifies into stone.
1047. An eyeball appears on the nearest Manhood. Daily, it evaluates the truth of 1 statement.
1048. An unbroken chicken egg appears in the vagina of every adult female within 3d10 feet.
1049. Before every meal, the caster curses every god recalled.
1050. By touch, the caster can re-animate corpses 1d10 times, creating faithful undead servants.
1051. Citizens in this kingdom pay taxes based on their genital size: bigger is cheaper.
1052. Citizens in this kingdom pay taxes based on their genital size: smaller is cheaper.
1053. Citizens in this kingdom use children as currency for 3d10 hours.
Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

1054. Citizens in this kingdom use infants as currency for 3d10 hours.
1055. Citizens in this kingdom use sex as currency for 3d10 hours.
1056. Citizens in this kingdom use water as currency for 3d10 hours.
1057. Daily, the caster must drink the next liquid touched or acquire a Random Mental Illness.
1058. Day becomes night, or vice versa.
1059. Either the left or right buttock of the rump of the caster is singed instantaneously for 1d4 LP.
1060. Freckles cover the body of the target, penalizing Bodily Attractiveness by (1d10)%.
1061. Fruit ripens in the cunt-pipe of the nearest female in 3d10 days. If eaten, Drive increases by 1.
1062. Fruit ripens in the cunt-pipe of the nearest female in 3d10 days. If eaten, Drive decreases by 1.
1063. Fruit ripens in the dick-hole of the nearest male in 3d10 days. If eaten, Drive increases by 1.
1064. Fruit ripens in the dick-hole of the nearest male in 3d10 days. If eaten, Drive decreases by 1.
1065. In the nearest community, all characters commit suicide.
1066. In the nearest community, children rule and adults are slaves for 3d10 days.
1067. In the nearest kingdom, females become forbidden to wear clothes.
1068. In the nearest kingdom, females become subject to strip-searching by any male.
1069. In the nearest kingdom, slaves and all royalty swap social classes.
1070. Lightning strikes all creatures within 3d10 feet, causing 10d10 LP of electrocuting damage.
1071. Lightning strikes the caster, causing 10d10 LP of electrocuting damage.
1072. Lightning strikes the nearest tree.
1073. Rain falls within 3d10 miles for the next 3d10 days, regardless of season or climate.
1074. Reroll for 1d10 Random Magical Effects to occur instantly.
1075. Snow falls within 3d10 miles for the next 3d10 days, regardless of season or climate.
1076. The 1d10 characters hated most by the caster become best friends.
1077. The anal hair of the caster grows 1d10 feet long, and obeys the thoughts of the caster.
1078. The appetites of all characters within 3d10 feet double and their BMI quadruples.
1079. The arm of the caster falls off and attacks randomly for 1d4 rounds, causing 1d4 damage.
1080. The bladders vanish from all characters within 3d10 feet and their dung is now always white.
1081. The body parts of the caster double their BPP, except for the head’s BPP, which is halved.
1082. The bones of the caster become brittle, suffering 200% damage from pounding weapons.
1083. The breasts of the nearest female grow large and round, and will suffocate her when asleep.
1084. The breath of the caster smells permanently like hot, wet dung. Others will avoid the caster.
1085. The caster accumulates arsenic under their fingernails every day, and should not bite them.
1086. The caster acquires "perma-grin"; no matter what they do, they will smile forever.

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1088. The caster acquires a fetish for loose vaginas and acquires a bonus of 3d10 Debauchery.
1089. The caster acquires a funnel chest (see Freak of Nature in Chap. 2: Body).
1090. The caster acquires a pigeon chest (see Freak of Nature in Chap. 2: Body).
1091. The caster acquires a random spell usable once. Chants, ingredients, and rituals are unnecessary.
1092. The caster acquires a random spell useable once per day, but loses 1 LP per casting.
1093. The caster acquires a supernumerary nipple on a random body part (see Freak of Nature).
1094. The caster acquires the ability to jump: 600% of height horizontally, 300% vertically.
1095. The caster acquires the body, CA, and Sprint of a random creature from Neveria.
1096. The caster acquires the genitalia of the opposite sex on a random body part.
1097. The caster and target each swap weapons and become skilled with the new weapon.
1098. The caster attempts to seduce 3d10 wives, each in front of their husbands.
1099. The caster becomes a vagicidal maniac, and attempts daily to force a vagina to kill itself.
1100. The caster becomes able once per day to transmogrify any object to stone by spitting on it.
1101. The caster becomes able to burp at will with perfect pitch (able to find any musical note).
1102. The caster becomes able to communicate with animals twice per day for 1 minute each time.
1103. The caster becomes able to exhale cyanide gas, causing 3d10 LP to all within 3d10 feet.
1104. The caster becomes able to fart arpeggios up to 240 beats per minute in 16th notes.

Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

1105. The caster becomes able to mimic any humanoid voice if fluent in the same language.
1106. The caster becomes able transmogrify at will for 1 day into a dragon, but only once per year.
1107. The caster becomes fascinated with a random gemstone and will stop at nothing to get it.
1108. The caster becomes unable to cast spells.
1109. The caster begins retracing their footsteps for 1d10 hours and refuses to be interrupted.
1110. The caster believes that others are deluded; dirt is actually silver and saleable.
1111. The caster believes that the nearest humanoid female is their sister.
1112. The caster believes that the sun is angry, approaching, and will burn everything by sunset.
1113. The caster believes that they were born in a dead tree trunk and have bark for protection.
1114. The caster believes they are a housecat for 24 hours, but licks their rump for 48 hours.
1115. The caster believes they are an avatar and can breathe underwater.
1116. The caster cannot remember their name, but remembers every other name heard.
1117. The caster desires to sheathe and unsheathe their vaginal sword, or others if female.
1118. The caster falls asleep and an unknown goddess appears in a dream, granting 3 wishes.
1119. The caster feels pain while urinating for a week, and so will their next sexual partner.
1120. The caster forgets their name and goes by whatever the next character calls them.
1121. The caster grows a 6th finger on each hand, becoming polydactyly (see Freak of Nature).
1122. The caster grows a hole in their forehead that is somewhat similar to a lubricated vagina.
1123. The caster grows a scaly tail. For more information, see Anakim Trait #69.
1124. The caster grows an extra fully functioning eye on a random body part.
1125. The caster grows webs between fingers and toes; they can now swim at their Sprint speed.
1126. The caster hallucinates about the meaning of the universe, acquiring a Random Mental Illness.
1127. The caster hallucinates that 1,001 erect incubi are chasing them for 3d10 rounds.
1128. The caster hallucinates that a giant, UI, rabid hare is trying to rape them with his hare-cock.
1129. The caster hallucinates that a moral and immoral god are fighting, and tries to join in.
1130. The caster hallucinates that a pterodactyl just flew over the party and shat on their foot.
1131. The caster hallucinates that a succubus is sucking on the nipple of a pregnant bear.
1132. The caster hallucinates that all previous dumps will unite for revenge, and might succeed.
1133. The caster hallucinates that an old dragon is making love to a succubus for 3d10 minutes.
1134. The caster hallucinates that characters within 3d10 feet are undead and must be killed.
1135. The caster hallucinates that every character looked at dies instantly.
1136. The caster hallucinates that it is the opposite season and dresses appropriately.
1137. The caster hallucinates that the skin of all characters within 3d10 feet turns inside out.

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1139. The caster hallucinates that their flesh is melting away for 3d10 rounds.
1140. The caster hallucinates that their god dies before them, and they become sad for 1 week.
1141. The caster hallucinates that their head exploded, and they must collect all the pieces.
1142. The caster hallucinates that they are an immoral priest for 1 day.
1143. The caster hallucinates that they are an orange and every character is trying to peel them.
1144. The caster hallucinates that they are blind and must pass TH 20 or never see again.
1145. The caster hallucinates that they are falling off a cliff, and then falls to the ground.
1146. The caster hallucinates that they are growing an extra limb from their forehead for 3d10 rounds.
1147. The caster hallucinates that they have leprosy and now fears for that their genitals will fall off.
1148. The caster hallucinates that they have transmogrified into a rock, and tries to roll over others.
1149. The caster hallucinates they are impaled, but somehow they live.
1150. The caster immediately acquires the Weapon Master skill with the next weapon touched.
1151. The caster immediately begins to give head to the next axe handle seen for 3d10 minutes.
1152. The caster implicitly trusts the next creature seen.
1153. The caster is 100% silent while sprinting, but emits the sound of thunder while not sprinting.
1154. The caster is able to recite any message up to 200 words only by reading or hearing once.
1155. The caster is able to shoot flames from their rump 3d10 feet at will, 1d10 BPP damage.
Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

1156. The caster is remorseful for their immoral acts and seeks immediately for forgiveness.
1157. The caster is unbelievably happy, which provokes all within 3d10 feet to attack the caster.
1158. The caster laughs uncontrollably until they hear the word "pupoops" (see Buggeric).
1159. The caster learns a random spell.
1160. The caster masturbates to completion after this spell expires, regardless of the situation at hand.
1161. The caster must attack the next beggar who asks for money.
1162. The caster must attempt to boil in a cauldron the next character seen.
1163. The caster must attempt to decorticate the next character seen.
1164. The caster must attempt to drown the next character seen.
1165. The caster must attempt to enslave and sell the next character seen.
1166. The caster must attempt to enslave the next character seen.
1167. The caster must attempt to pleasure their rump with the back-spike of an axe.
1168. The caster must find 3d10 characters who agree to sex, but then refuse each of them.
1169. The caster must force broccoli into each ear or they become irate and scream until they can.
1170. The caster must insult every character met with an EM disposition.
1171. The caster must insult the next stranger seen, who will immediately attack the caster.
1172. The caster must masturbate in a shrine once per day or acquire a Random Mental Illness.
1173. The caster must now self-apply cosmetics, or immediately seek cosmetics.
1174. The caster must probe a new body cavity each day or acquire a Random Mental Illness.
1175. The caster never needs to wipe their rump again; it is always magically clean.
1176. The caster now awakens each day naked and tied spread-eagle to the ground.
1177. The caster now awakens each day naked beneath a surprised random foe.
1178. The caster now coherently speaks the truth while asleep to those who ask questions.
1179. The caster now has a cumulative 1% chance per spell level that 3d10 c.p. appear.
1180. The caster now has a cumulative 1% chance per spell level that 3d100 c.p. appear.
1181. The caster now has a cumulative 1% chance per spell level that 3d1000 c.p. appear.
1182. The caster now has a cumulative 1% chance per spell level that 3d10 s.p. appear.
1183. The caster now has a cumulative 1% chance per spell level that 3d100 s.p. appear.
1184. The caster now has a cumulative 1% chance per spell level that 3d1000 s.p. appear.
1185. The caster now has a cumulative 1% chance per spell level that 3d10 g.p. appear.
1186. The caster now has a cumulative 1% chance per spell level that 3d100 g.p. appear.
1187. The caster now has a cumulative 1% chance per spell level that 3d1000 g.p. appear.
1188. The caster now has a cumulative 1% chance per spell level that 3d10 b.p. appear.

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1189. The caster now has a cumulative 1% chance per spell level that 3d100 b.p. appear.
1190. The caster now has a cumulative 1% chance per spell level that 3d1000 b.p. appear.
1191. The caster now only wants to have sex with pubescent characters.
1192. The caster now only wants to have sex with venerable characters.
1193. The caster now requires 1d10 additional ingredients for this spell (see App. 5: Ingredients).
1194. The caster now sleeps in the female position of dark-elven-style.
1195. The caster now sniffs rumps like a dog, and their nose is permanently brown and moist.
1196. The caster now trips other characters in town for fun.
1197. The caster permanently swaps all weapon skill modifiers with the target.
1198. The caster retires and attempts to sell underwear woven from their pubic hair.
1199. The caster runs away in search of a cure for corruption.
1200. The caster seeks to acquire ovaries and cook them like eggs, sunny side up.
1201. The caster stares at some distant place for 1d10 hours and will not be bothered.
1202. The caster starts digging in the ground and does not stop until the hole 10 cubic feet.
1203. The caster swaps a random body part with a random body part of the nearest creature.
1204. The caster teleports into an underground dark-elven home during an orgy.
1205. The caster teleports into the bedchamber of the nearest princess.
1206. The caster teleports into the cave of a base ogre, who just returned.

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1207. The caster teleports into the cave of a kinder-fresser ogre, who just returned.
1208. The caster teleports into the cottage of an arguing peasant family.
1209. The caster teleports into the embrace of an erect anakim.
1210. The caster teleports into the hollow tree home of a light elf, who is singing.
1211. The caster thinks the nearest humanoid is a cacodaemon.
1212. The caster thinks they are 1d100 years old.
1213. The caster thinks they are 6 months pregnant, regardless of their sex.
1214. The caster thinks they can fly and seeks heights to prove it.
1215. The caster transmogrifies into a bee and must sting the nipple of a female.
1216. The caster transmogrifies into a crab and uses their pinchers to remove their legs.
1217. The caster transmogrifies into a disembodied vagina for 3d10 rounds.
1218. The caster transmogrifies into an erect Manhood of (1d8 + 3) inches for (1d8 + 3) rounds.
1219. The caster tries to extract teeth from other creatures within 3d10 feet.
1220. The caster tries to huff, puff, and blow down a house.
1221. The caster will attract the opposite gender for 3d10 days as if they have a Charisma of 300.
1222. The caster will do the next 3 things requested, but will kill whoever makes the 4th request.
1223. The character hated most by the caster acquires 1d10 Bodily Attractiveness.
1224. The character hated most by the caster acquires 1d10 Facial Charisma.
1225. The character hated most by the caster acquires 1d10 Intelligence.
1226. The character hated most by the caster acquires 1d10 Physical Fitness.
1227. The character hated most by the caster acquires 1d10 Strength.
1228. The character hated most by the caster acquires 1d10 Wisdom.
1229. The character hated most by the caster acquires 1d1000 s.p.
1230. The character hated most by the target acquires 1d1000 s.p.
1231. The clit of the nearest female becomes 3d10 cubic inches for 3d10 days.
1232. The clit of the nearest female becomes identical in size and shape to her eye.
1233. The ear-hair of the caster grows 1d10 feet long, and obeys the thoughts of the caster.
1234. The ears of all characters within 3d10 feet become pointed and their genitalia shrink by (3d10)%.
1235. The entire body of the caster is branded with the names of previous sexual partners.
1236. The entire living family of the caster appears within a radius of 3d10 feet.
1237. The eyes of all characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into cubes and cannot move.
1238. The eyes of the caster become sentient and eat their brain until death in 3d10 rounds.
1239. The eyes of the caster become sweet and attract bees that try to sting the pupil, which is fatal.

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 1240. The fingernails of the caster transmogrify into obsidian.
1241. The fingernails of the caster transmogrify into silver.
1242. The fingernails of the caster transmogrify into steel.
1243. The gas-hole of the caster dilates to 1d10 inches in circumference whenever rain is smelt.
1244. The genitalia of the target are swapped with the caster.
1245. The ground transmogrifies into desert within 3d10 feet centered underneath the caster.
1246. The ground transmogrifies into fire within 3d10 feet centered underneath the caster.
1247. The ground transmogrifies into flesh within 3d10 feet centered underneath the caster.
1248. The ground transmogrifies into ice within 3d10 feet centered underneath the caster.
1249. The ground transmogrifies into stone within 3d10 feet centered underneath the caster.
1250. The ground transmogrifies into water within 3d10 feet centered underneath the caster.
1251. The ground transmogrifies into wood within 3d10 feet centered underneath the caster.
1252. The hair of the nearest bugbear becomes implanted on the chest of the caster.
1253. The head of the caster explodes, causing 3d10 fire damage to all within 3d10 feet.
1254. The heads of the caster and target fall off and they die. The heads shrink to 1 inch in size.
1255. The height and weight of the caster increase respectively by (1d20)% and (1d100)%.
1256. The ideal mate of the caster appears before them, naked, willing, and treacherous.
1257. The ideal mate of the target appears before them, naked, willing, and treacherous.
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1258. The immediate possessions of all characters within 3d10 feet transmogrify into maggots.
1259. The irises of all characters within 3d10 feet become black.
1260. The irises of all characters within 3d10 feet become blue.
1261. The irises of all characters within 3d10 feet become green.
1262. The irises of all characters within 3d10 feet become red.
1263. The irises of all characters within 3d10 feet become white.
1264. The irises of all characters within 3d10 feet become yellow.
1265. The left eye of all characters within 3d10 feet now twitches, once per minute.
1266. The legs of the caster now bend backward, gaining (2d10)% Sprint speed.
1267. The local government actually cares about its citizens for 3d10 hours and tries to help them.
1268. The local government tries for 3d10 hours to kill its citizens.
1269. The Manhood of the nearest male becomes a proboscis and feeds him by sucking out organs.
1270. The Manhood of the nearest male becomes cold as ice while erect.
1271. The Manhood of the nearest male becomes detachable.
1272. The Manhood of the nearest male becomes identical in size and shape to his thumb.
1273. The Manhood of the nearest male bends at a right angle while erect.
1274. The Manhood of the nearest male can think, speak, and must eat to survive.
1275. The Manhood of the nearest male grows long enough that it will strangle him when asleep.
1276. The Manhood of the nearest male is now inverted and hurts while erect.
1277. The Manhood of the nearest male now becomes prehensile while erect.
1278. The Manhood of the nearest male sings when within 3d10 feet of royalty.
1279. The Manhood vanishes permanently from the nearest male.
1280. The nasal hair of the caster grows 1d10 feet long, and obeys the thoughts of the caster.
1281. The nearest 2 kingdoms declare war on each other.
1282. The nearest 2 wives join forces to kill their husbands.
1283. The nearest acrobat seeks the caster so they can throw knives at them during a show.
1284. The nearest animal handler seeks the caster and attempts to tame them like a wild dog.
1285. The nearest appraiser seeks the caster to tell them they are worthless.
1286. The nearest armorer seeks the caster to make a piece of armor for them for free.
1287. The nearest artist paints a mural of the death of the caster.
1288. The nearest assassin is now trying to kill the caster.
1289. The nearest bailiff thinks the caster escaped them.
1290. The nearest baker makes a random baked good laced with arsenic and offers it to the caster.

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1291. The nearest bandit thinks the caster is rich and is preparing an ambush.
1292. The nearest barber seeks to remove 3d10 teeth from the caster.
1293. The nearest bard becomes famous for singing a tale of how the caster died.
1294. The nearest baron declares war on the caster.
1295. The nearest barrister has the caster tried for slander.
1296. The nearest beadle appears and tells the caster that they must get to work in the fields.
1297. The nearest beggar seeks the caster and will beg the caster to beg for them.
1298. The nearest berserker will attempt to convert the LP of the caster to the AP of the berserker.
1299. The nearest blacksmith attempts to restrain the caster and use them as an anvil.
1300. The nearest bladesmith appears and tries to test the sharpness of a blade on the caster.
1301. The nearest body of water floods for 3d10 hours.
1302. The nearest bookbinder will attempt to make a book from the skin of the caster.
1303. The nearest bounty hunter is now trying to bring the caster to justice.
1304. The nearest bowyer appears and tries to test his latest bow by shooting arrows at the caster.
1305. The nearest brazier will try to sell the caster a brass urn with the name of the caster engraved.
1306. The nearest brewer seeks the caster and offers a tankard filled with ale and swine urine.
1307. The nearest brickmaker will attempt to seal the caster within bricks while asleep.
1308. The nearest brotheler appears and offers the services of a whore for 1 s.p. to the caster.

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1309. The nearest building catches fire.
1310. The nearest butcher seeks the caster and attempts to make a random meat product from them.
1311. The nearest cabinetmaker seeks to sell a cabinet with 3d10 unknown hidden gems to the caster.
1312. The nearest carpenter appears with a saw to see if the caster is harder to saw than wood.
1313. The nearest carter appears with a heavily loaded cart and attempts to run-down the caster.
1314. The nearest cartwright wants to build a cart and cover it with the hide of the caster.
1315. The nearest carver thinks that the caster is an unfinished figurine, and wants to finish them.
1316. The nearest cat kills the nearest rat and drags it before the caster.
1317. The nearest chambermaid seeks the caster and cleans the caster of their valuables.
1318. The nearest chancellor seeks the caster and attempts to forcibly convert them.
1319. The nearest chandler seeks the caster for fat to make soap, and will take it by force.
1320. The nearest character to the caster must pass a Health sub-ability check at TH 24 or die.
1321. The nearest charioteer appears with a chariot and races toward the caster, spear ready.
1322. The nearest cheesemaker seeks the caster and offers cheese laced with semen.
1323. The nearest chieftain of gruagach declares the caster to be a foe of the tribe.
1324. The nearest claspmaker appears at night and attempts to restrain the caster with their clasps.
1325. The nearest clerk seeks the caster and brings a contract for the caster to sign away their life.
1326. The nearest clockmaker appears and tells the caster that they will live only until midnight.
1327. The nearest cobbler seeks the caster and bears shoes made for the caster of human hide.
1328. The nearest collier appears and attempts to test their charcoal by roasting the caster on a spit.
1329. The nearest community establishes a holiday today in honor of the presence of the caster.
1330. The nearest community marches to war against a random community within 100 miles.
1331. The nearest community now blames the caster for all their woes.
1332. The nearest community now worships the caster as a god or goddess.
1333. The nearest community of bugbears will raid the nearest community of humans tonight.
1334. The nearest community of humans will burn down the nearest forest of elves tonight.
1335. The nearest community of kobolds goes to war with the nearest community of dwarves.
1336. The nearest cook seeks the caster and offers a dessert laced with daphne berries.
1337. The nearest coppersmith seeks the caster to force them to be their apprentice.
1338. The nearest courtesan appears soaked in cum and runs away claiming the caster raped her.
1339. The nearest cowherd seeks the caster, bringing 3d10 cattle and trying to trample the caster.
1340. The nearest cupbearer seeks the caster and offers a goblet of wine laced with aconitine.
1341. The nearest cutler appears with 3d10 new throwing knives and hurls them at the caster.

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 1342. The nearest dairymaid seeks the caster and offers a jug of breast-milk.
1343. The nearest dancer seeks the caster and tries to impress them by dancing naked.
1344. The nearest delouser seeks the caster and offers to remove lice for 10 s.p.
1345. The nearest dicemaker seeks the caster and attempts to take their knucklebones.
1346. The nearest dockwalloper seeks the caster and tries to lift them.
1347. The nearest doctor seeks the caster and hopes to learn about their innards.
1348. The nearest dog kills the nearest cat and drags it before the caster.
1349. The nearest draper seeks the caster and tries to sell cheap linen for 20 s.p.
1350. The nearest druid seeks the caster and lectures them about valuing trees.
1351. The nearest duke declares war on the caster.
1352. The nearest dyer seeks the blood of the caster for red dye.
1353. The nearest enameler seeks the caster and tries to commission work.
1354. The nearest engineer finishes an elaborate bridge with 3d10 statues of the caster on it.
1355. The nearest engraver just engraved in public 3d10 threats against the life of the caster.
1356. The nearest farmer thinks the caster is ready to be harvested, and seeks them with a sickle.
1357. The nearest female becomes able to control her Cup Size at will.
1358. The nearest female becomes able to detach her breasts at will.
1359. The nearest female becomes able to know her immediate future while performing fellatio.
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1360. The nearest female becomes able to read a mind while performing fellatio for him.
1361. The nearest female becomes invisible whenever she pinches both of her nipples.
1362. The nearest female becomes the sexual obsession of the nearest king.
1363. The nearest female begins reciting moral adages and masturbating in public.
1364. The nearest female believes her name is Cuntrina and demands to be called by her name.
1365. The nearest female believes she was the guest of honor at an orgy last night.
1366. The nearest female dreams for 3d10 nights of sex with he whom she hates most.
1367. The nearest female fetus gets pregnant during childbirth.
1368. The nearest female grabs the scrotum of the nearest male.
1369. The nearest female grows beef curtains (inner vaginal lips) that hang 3d10 inches.
1370. The nearest female is now famous for servicing 3d100 males in 1 night.
1371. The nearest female is now naked, except for a leather collar naming her new owner.
1372. The nearest female must jack-off 1d10 ogres before she can sleep again.
1373. The nearest female must mention her breasts in each conversation.
1374. The nearest female must now speak through her vagina.
1375. The nearest female must perform fellatio for any male who batters her.
1376. The nearest female now insists that males must stare at her breasts.
1377. The nearest female now says every day that she is a cuntress.
1378. The nearest female now secretes urine during an orgasm, and urinates egg-juice.
1379. The nearest female obeys commands from males while she is naked.
1380. The nearest female performs a strip-tease for the nearest male.
1381. The nearest female will not be respected by others unless she is naked.
1382. The nearest fisherman finds an engraved ring that says the caster must die for the rest to live.
1383. The nearest fishmonger seeks the caster and offers a diseased fish, though it looks healthy.
1384. The nearest fletcher seeks the caster and offers free arrows if the caster agrees to sex.
1385. The nearest forester seeks the caster, tries to bind them in the woods, and fell a tree on them.
1386. The nearest fuller seeks the caster and offers a free wool garment infested with bedbugs.
1387. The nearest furrier seeks the caster and offers a free fur infested with ticks.
1388. The nearest gardener seeks the caster and tries to plant them, hoping the caster will grow.
1389. The nearest gemcutter thinks the skull of the caster is the largest diamond known.
1390. The nearest gilder seeks the skull of the caster and wants to overlay it with gold.
1391. The nearest girdler will attempt to strangle the caster from behind with a belt.
1392. The nearest gladiator appears armed and ready, and rushes the caster.

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1393. The nearest glassblower just made a flask for poison intended to kill the caster.
1394. The nearest glover will attempt to strangle the caster to test the feel of their new gloves.
1395. The nearest goldsmith will attempt to sell a golden product to the caster for 1,000 s.p.
1396. The nearest grocer thinks the caster stole from them and seeks justice.
1397. The nearest groom thinks the caster is an animal and must clean the caster.
1398. The nearest hatter just made a hat for the caster and demands payment.
1399. The nearest healer attempts to heal the caster by bloodletting, by force if necessary.
1400. The nearest herbalist will try to sell the root of poison hemlock to the caster as good medicine.
1401. The nearest hewer seeks the caster to dig a ditch for them, and will kill if refused.
1402. The nearest hierophant considers the caster a blasphemer and wants them punished.
1403. The nearest hunter considers the caster to be fair game and begins hunting now.
1404. The nearest inkmaker is convinced that blood-ink is best and wants the blood of the caster.
1405. The nearest innkeeper seeks the caster and offers a room for free, but intends to rob the caster.
1406. The nearest interpreter misinterpreted a character, and now thinks that the caster must die.
1407. The nearest ironmonger tries to sell an iron pry bar to the caster, and will kill if refused.
1408. The nearest jeweler tells the local militia that the caster stole all their jewelry.
1409. The nearest juggler wants to try a new trick, juggling the dismembered hands of the caster.
1410. The nearest king allows the caster anything they want within reason.

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1411. The nearest king seeks the caster so that they may be thanked, praised, dismembered, and eaten.
1412. The nearest king transfers his authority for 1 day to the lowest slave.
1413. The nearest kingdom declares war on the most distant kingdom.
1414. The nearest knacker tells the local militia that the caster stole a harness.
1415. The nearest knight quests for his king to slay the caster.
1416. The nearest laborer brings a bucket of water to the caster and asks for tribute.
1417. The nearest lacemaker seeks the caster and tries to sell lace and sex.
1418. The nearest laundress seeks the caster and offers to clean their clothes.
1419. The nearest linkboy seeks the caster and offers to take them anywhere in the nearest town.
1420. The nearest locksmith will give a strange key to the caster and run for their life.
1421. The nearest lord seeks the caster and welcomes them to their community.
1422. The nearest mage seeks the caster and insults their use of magic.
1423. The nearest male acquires a fatal attraction for red-headed, trashy courtesans.
1424. The nearest male acquires a fetish of performing cunnilingus on a menstruating female.
1425. The nearest male and female now believe that they must run off together and make babies.
1426. The nearest male and female vow to marry each other tomorrow.
1427. The nearest male and his next sexual partner fuse at the genitals.
1428. The nearest male becomes a vagitarian, preferring cunnilingus daily.
1429. The nearest male becomes a vagitearian, and must tear vaginas or die trying.
1430. The nearest male becomes the sexual obsession of the nearest queen.
1431. The nearest male feels burning sexual desire for fellatio, and asks for some mouth-cunt.
1432. The nearest male grabs the breasts of the nearest female.
1433. The nearest male is now famous for servicing 3d100 females in 1 night.
1434. The nearest male must mention his Manhood in each conversation.
1435. The nearest male must perform cunnilingus for any female who nags him.
1436. The nearest male must try to fist-fuck the next female seen who is sleeping.
1437. The nearest male now acquires 1 s.p. whenever he causes a female to orgasm.
1438. The nearest male now ejaculates urine, and urinates semen.
1439. The nearest male now produces 1d10 quarts of semen per ejaculation per day.
1440. The nearest male strips and does his best impression of a sundial.
1441. The nearest male thinks he is a sex god and demands tribute.
1442. The nearest male transmogrifies into a female with an obese torso and skinny limbs.
1443. The nearest male will now ejaculate baneberry juice whenever fellatio is received.

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 1444. The nearest marbler seeks the caster and tries to sell them a product of marble.
1445. The nearest mason seeks the caster and tries to sell them a product of stone.
1446. The nearest master must attempt to rape their favorite apprentice, and the caster knows it.
1447. The nearest master treats their apprentices like they actually value them for 3d10 days.
1448. The nearest mercenary seeks the caster and asks if they need protection.
1449. The nearest messenger appears and delivers a message that the caster has 1 day to live.
1450. The nearest militiaman seeks to apprehend the caster for treason.
1451. The nearest miller seeks the caster and offers grain at bargain prices.
1452. The nearest miner seeks the caster, says that tons of silver was found, and asks for help.
1453. The nearest minter appears with a militaman and says the caster tried to steal their die.
1454. The nearest money-lender thinks the caster owes them 3d1000 s.p., plus interest.
1455. The nearest mountain becomes flat plains within 1d10 minutes.
1456. The nearest mountain now resembles a breast with a snowy nipple.
1457. The nearest mountaineer seeks the caster and says there are riches on the nearest mountain.
1458. The nearest musician composed a popular song about various ways the caster should die.
1459. The nearest navigator seeks the caster to venture with them across the waves for silver.
1460. The nearest papermaker seeks the caster and tries to sell a book for spells.
1461. The nearest pawnshopman is selling possessions of the caster that were just stolen.
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1462. The nearest perfumer seeks the caster and hopes the caster will wear their perfume.
1463. The nearest pewterer seeks the caster and offers cheap products of pewter.
1464. The nearest pick pocket seeks, and tries to steal from, the caster.
1465. The nearest potter will try to sell pottery to the caster, or throw a pot at their head.
1466. The nearest poulterer will offer tasty chicken to the caster in exchange for casting a spell.
1467. The nearest prince tells others that the caster committed adultery with the princess.
1468. The nearest public executioner seeks to execute the caster.
1469. The nearest pursemaker tells the caster they would look good wearing a purse.
1470. The nearest ranger seeks the caster and offers service as a guide in the wilderness.
1471. The nearest reeve seeks the caster, convinced that the caster must work in the fields, now.
1472. The nearest ropemaker seeks the caster and tells them that their expensive order is ready.
1473. The nearest ruffian hates the caster, seeks them, and tries to hit their head with a pry bar.
1474. The nearest saddler seeks the caster and tells them that their expensive order is ready.
1475. The nearest sage seeks the caster and attempts to hire them as protection during research.
1476. The nearest sailmaker seeks the caster and tells them that their expensive order is ready.
1477. The nearest sailor seeks the caster and explains that riches exist across the waves.
1478. The nearest scholar posits the theory that the caster is the cause of all local woes.
1479. The nearest schoolmaster teaches children that all casters deserve to die.
1480. The nearest scribe copies a book that suggests the caster is the cause of all local woes.
1481. The nearest sheather makes a sheathe for a vaginal sword. Every character talks about it.
1482. The nearest shepherd claims the caster did unspeakable things with sheep last night.
1483. The nearest sheriff appears with militiamen and demands 3d100 s.p. in taxes.
1484. The nearest shipwright seeks the caster and tells them that their vessel is finished.
1485. The nearest silversmith seeks the caster and tells them that their expensive order is ready.
1486. The nearest skinner thinks that the caster is an animal and that their skin must be removed.
1487. The nearest slave appears, says they ran away, and asks if the caster will be master.
1488. The nearest slave-trader seeks the caster as a runaway slave who needs to be branded.
1489. The nearest soapmaker who is male appears and is violating a laundress.
1490. The nearest soldier seeks the caster as an important prisoner of war.
1491. The nearest sorcerer seeks the caster and attempts to kill them with spells.
1492. The nearest spy reports to their king that the caster is plotting to kill the king.
1493. The nearest squire appears and asks the caster to save them from a cruel knight.
1494. The nearest stabler tells the militia that the caster is a horse-thief.

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1495. The nearest swineherd tells the militia that the caster killed 3d10 swine last night.
1496. The nearest tailor will offer to make quality clothing for the caster and let them live.
1497. The nearest tanner thinks that the skin of the caster must be tanned.
1498. The nearest tavernkeeper will try to sell their tavern to the caster.
1499. The nearest thatcher will ask the caster for help, and brawls if refused.
1500. The nearest tilemaker seeks the caster and tells them that their expensive order is ready.
1501. The nearest tinker will try to kill the caster with a knife for what they have done.
1502. The nearest trapper sets a trap for the caster, and it does 3d10 LP of damage.
1503. The nearest vintner seeks the blood of the caster as flavoring for their wine.
1504. The nearest wainwright seeks the caster and tells them that their expensive wagon is ready.
1505. The nearest weaponsmith appears and tries to test a new weapon on the head of the caster.
1506. The nearest weaver weaves a tapestry with a scene depicting the mutilation of the caster.
1507. The nearest wench seeks the caster and invites them to her tavern.
1508. The nearest wheelwright seeks the caster and tells them that their expensive order is ready.
1509. The nearest whore seeks the caster and offers pleasures of the flesh for 3d10 s.p.
1510. The nearest wine-crier seeks the caster and asks for an unbiased opinion on wine.
1511. The next 2 characters seen by the caster must fight to the death for amusement.
1512. The next attack causes an additional 3d10 LP damage.

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1513. The next character known intimately or well by the caster dies who tells lies.
1514. The next character who lies knowingly to the caster will choke immediately to death.
1515. The next character who lies knowingly to the target will choke immediately to death.
1516. The next female at whom the caster looks will queef loudly 3d10 times in a row.
1517. The next female with Charisma over 120 orgasms upon seeing the last place the caster shat.
1518. The next hypothetical statement said by the caster becomes a factual statement.
1519. The next meal cooked within 3d10 feet of the caster contains botulism.
1520. The next spell cast by the caster will no longer require ingredients.
1521. The next spell cast within 3d10 feet and 3d10 hours will fail automatically.
1522. The next spell the caster attempts to learn is automatically successful.
1523. The next time the caster swallows, 1d4 grains of arsenic will also be swallowed.
1524. The next wound to the caster becomes permanent, sentient, and begs others to kill it.
1525. The noses of the caster and target are moved magically right below their rump.
1526. The poisonous seeds of young cocklebur appear in all cauldrons within 1d1000 feet.
1527. The pubic hair of all characters within 3d10 feet grows instantly 3d10 feet in length.
1528. The pubic hair of the caster grows 1d10 feet long, and obeys the thoughts of the caster.
1529. The racial hatred scores are reversed for all characters within 3d10 feet of the caster.
1530. The right and left arms of the caster are switched; elbows are in front.
1531. The scrotum of the nearest male grows 1 inch per round and will not stop until TH 30.
1532. The scrotum of the nearest male swells to 3d100 cubic inches for 3d10 days.
1533. The semen of the caster now reproduces after ejaculation at the same rate as in his scrotum.
1534. The semen of the nearest male can now impregnate anything and make half-breeds.
1535. The semen of the nearest male enlarges breasts 1 Cup Size upon contact.
1536. The semen of the nearest male is now flammable, like oil.
1537. The semen of the nearest male now neutralizes poison if both are swallowed.
1538. The semen of the nearest male turns characters invisible upon contact until dried.
1539. The skin of the caster hardens, looking like bark. The caster acquires a bonus of 1d10 CA.
1540. The skin of the target is peeled magically like a banana; innards are exposed and they die cold.
1541. The speech of the caster is now punctuated by orgasmic grunts and moans.
1542. The target acquires a bodily feature as a Freak of Nature (see Chap. 2: Body).
1543. The target grows wings of a dove that are scaled appropriately, and flies away.
1544. The target implicitly trusts the next creature seen.
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 1546. The target trips and falls.
1547. The target will attempt to suck the tongue of the next character seen, no matter which gender.
1548. The underarm hair of the caster grows 1d10 feet long, and obeys the thoughts of the caster.
1549. The vagina of the nearest female can think, speak, and must eat to survive.
1550. The vaginal lips of the nearest female grow 1 inch per round and will not stop until TH 30.
1551. The vaginas and rumps switch places on all females within 3d10 feet.
1552. The veins in the Manhood or breasts of the caster glow in the dark, visible 1d1000 feet away.
1553. The Wisdom of the nearest female becomes decreased by (3d10)% whenever she is naked.
1554. This spell is cast: Ablation.
1555. This spell is cast: Acclimation.
1556. This spell is cast: Aching Feet.
1557. This spell is cast: Acidic Touch.
1558. This spell is cast: Against every Wild Animal, Aquatic Creature, and Robbers.
1559. This spell is cast: Against Evil Sleep.
1560. This spell is cast: Against Menstruation.
1561. This spell is cast: Agelast.
1562. This spell is cast: Akeldama.
1563. This spell is cast: Alchemy.
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1564. This spell is cast: Alter Temperature.

1565. This spell is cast: An Excellent Spell for Silencing, for Subjecting, and for Restraining.
1566. This spell is cast: Anti-venom.
1567. This spell is cast: Arachnid Feet.
1568. This spell is cast: Ascertain Properties.
1569. This spell is cast: Audio Range.
1570. This spell is cast: Augment Charisma.
1571. This spell is cast: Augment Dexterity.
1572. This spell is cast: Augment Intelligence.
1573. This spell is cast: Augment Physique.
1574. This spell is cast: Augment Wisdom.
1575. This spell is cast: Banish Allergy.
1576. This spell is cast: Banish Disease.
1577. This spell is cast: Banish Intoxication.
1578. This spell is cast: Banish Paralysis.
1579. This spell is cast: Banish Poison.
1580. This spell is cast: Beguile Foe.
1581. This spell is cast: Bestow Aching Back.
1582. This spell is cast: Bestow Aeon.
1583. This spell is cast: Bestow Allergy.
1584. This spell is cast: Bestow Asphyxiation.
1585. This spell is cast: Bestow Aura.
1586. This spell is cast: Bestow Blindness.
1587. This spell is cast: Bestow Blistering Boils.
1588. This spell is cast: Bestow Century.
1589. This spell is cast: Bestow Contortion.
1590. This spell is cast: Bestow Convulsion.
1591. This spell is cast: Bestow Deafness.
1592. This spell is cast: Bestow Decade.
1593. This spell is cast: Bestow Disease.
1594. This spell is cast: Bestow Fatigue.
1595. This spell is cast: Bestow Greater Harm.
1596. This spell is cast: Bestow Harm.

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1597. This spell is cast: Bestow Intoxication.
1598. This spell is cast: Bestow Leprosy.
1599. This spell is cast: Bestow Lesser Harm.
1600. This spell is cast: Bestow Loss of Appetite.
1601. This spell is cast: Bestow Millennium.
1602. This spell is cast: Bestow Muteness.
1603. This spell is cast: Bestow Numbness.
1604. This spell is cast: Bestow Paralysis.
1605. This spell is cast: Bestow Virus.
1606. This spell is cast: Brittlebone.
1607. This spell is cast: Burning Bush.
1608. This spell is cast: Business Spell.
1609. This spell is cast: Call Acid Rain.
1610. This spell is cast: Call Animals.
1611. This spell is cast: Call Avalanche.
1612. This spell is cast: Call Ball Lightning.
1613. This spell is cast: Call Blizzard.
1614. This spell is cast: Call Chilly Gust.

Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

1615. This spell is cast: Call Familiar.
1616. This spell is cast: Call Flood.
1617. This spell is cast: Call Fog.
1618. This spell is cast: Call Gale Wind.
1619. This spell is cast: Call Greater Item.
1620. This spell is cast: Call Guard Dog.
1621. This spell is cast: Call Lesser Being.
1622. This spell is cast: Call Light.
1623. This spell is cast: Call Lightning.
1624. This spell is cast: Call Maggots.
1625. This spell is cast: Call Magic Mail.
1626. This spell is cast: Call Object.
1627. This spell is cast: Call Quake.
1628. This spell is cast: Call Tidal Wave.
1629. This spell is cast: Call Vermin.
1630. This spell is cast: Predilection.
1631. This spell is cast: Preservation.
1632. This spell is cast: Charm for Causing Separation.
1633. This spell is cast: Charm for Direct Vision.
1634. This spell is cast: Charm Small Mammal.
1635. This spell is cast: Charm to Break Enchantment.
1636. This spell is cast: Charm to Break Spells.
1637. This spell is cast: Charm to Induce Insomnia I.
1638. This spell is cast: Charm to Induce Insomnia II.
1639. This spell is cast: Charm to Inflict Harm I.
1640. This spell is cast: Charm to Inflict Harm II.
1641. This spell is cast: Charm to Inflict Harm III.
1642. This spell is cast: Charm to Open a Door.
1643. This spell is cast: Charm to Subject.
1644. This spell is cast: Coal Foot.
1645. This spell is cast: Cocoon.
1646. This spell is cast: Coercive Spell for Restraining.
1647. This spell is cast: Complete Healing.

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 1648. This spell is cast: Conflagration.
1649. This spell is cast: Contraceptive Spell.
1650. This spell is cast: Convert to Cannibal.
1651. This spell is cast: Cover Tracks.
1652. This spell is cast: Create Species.
1653. This spell is cast: Cryogenics.
1654. This spell is cast: Cryoprobe.
1655. This spell is cast: Cryotherapy.
1656. This spell is cast: Cup Spell.
1657. This spell is cast: De Medicamentis.
1658. This spell is cast: Decortication.
1659. This spell is cast: Demokritos’ Sphere.
1660. This spell is cast: Demokritos’ Table Gimmicks.
1661. This spell is cast: Detect Air.
1662. This spell is cast: Detect Choleric Temperament.
1663. This spell is cast: Detect Earth.
1664. This spell is cast: Detect Emotion.
1665. This spell is cast: Detect Ether.
Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

1666. This spell is cast: Detect Ethicality.

1667. This spell is cast: Detect Evanescence.
1668. This spell is cast: Detect Fire.
1669. This spell is cast: Detect Immorality.
1670. This spell is cast: Detect Lie.
1671. This spell is cast: Detect Magic.
1672. This spell is cast: Detect Melancholic Temperament.
1673. This spell is cast: Detect Morality.
1674. This spell is cast: Detect Object.
1675. This spell is cast: Detect Phlegmatic Temperament.
1676. This spell is cast: Detect Sanguine Temperament.
1677. This spell is cast: Detect Surface Thoughts.
1678. This spell is cast: Detect Thoughts.
1679. This spell is cast: Detect Unethicality.
1680. This spell is cast: Detect Water.
1681. This spell is cast: Determine Magic.
1682. This spell is cast: Detonation.
1683. This spell is cast: Develop Breasts.
1684. This spell is cast: Diminish Charisma.
1685. This spell is cast: Diminish Dexterity.
1686. This spell is cast: Diminish Intelligence.
1687. This spell is cast: Diminish Physique.
1688. This spell is cast: Diminish Wisdom.
1689. This spell is cast: Discursivity.
1690. This spell is cast: Divination by Means of a Boy.
1691. This spell is cast: Divine Maul.
1692. This spell is cast: Drawn and Quartered.
1693. This spell is cast: Dream Spell.
1694. This spell is cast: Ejaculate Acid.
1695. This spell is cast: Ejaculate Blood.
1696. This spell is cast: Ejaculate Poison.
1697. This spell is cast: Electrical Field.
1698. This spell is cast: Eternal Spell for Binding a Lover.

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1699. This spell is cast: Evanescence.
1700. This spell is cast: Evil Sleep I.
1701. This spell is cast: Evil Sleep II.
1702. This spell is cast: Evil Sleep III.
1703. This spell is cast: False Alchemy.
1704. This spell is cast: Fatal Fable.
1705. This spell is cast: Fatal.
1706. This spell is cast: Favor and Victory Charm.
1707. This spell is cast: Fetching Charm for an Unmanageable Woman.
1708. This spell is cast: Fetching Charm.
1709. This spell is cast: Fierce Fire.
1710. This spell is cast: Flight.
1711. This spell is cast: Flyweight.
1712. This spell is cast: For a Sleeping Woman to Confess the Name of the Man she Loves.
1713. This spell is cast: For an Erection.
1714. This spell is cast: For Ascent of the Uterus.
1715. This spell is cast: For Coughs.
1716. This spell is cast: For Discharge of the Eyes.

Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

1717. This spell is cast: For Fever with Shivering Fits.
1718. This spell is cast: For Swollen Testicles.
1719. This spell is cast: Force Ballista.
1720. This spell is cast: Force Falsity.
1721. This spell is cast: Force Fart.
1722. This spell is cast: Force Favor.
1723. This spell is cast: Force Fear.
1724. This spell is cast: Force Fearlessness.
1725. This spell is cast: Force Mass Fear.
1726. This spell is cast: Force Missile.
1727. This spell is cast: Force Rancor.
1728. This spell is cast: Force Scream.
1729. This spell is cast: Force Slumber.
1730. This spell is cast: Foreknowledge Charm I.
1731. This spell is cast: Foreknowledge Charm II.
1732. This spell is cast: Frosty Touch.
1733. This spell is cast: Greater Bidding.
1734. This spell is cast: Greater Electrical Discharge.
1735. This spell is cast: Greater Healing.
1736. This spell is cast: Greater Holocaust.
1737. This spell is cast: Greater Hologram.
1738. This spell is cast: Greater Mass Bidding.
1739. This spell is cast: Greater Mending.
1740. This spell is cast: Greater Perpetual Hologram.
1741. This spell is cast: Greater Vulnerability to Acid.
1742. This spell is cast: Greater Vulnerability to Air.
1743. This spell is cast: Greater Vulnerability to Armor.
1744. This spell is cast: Greater Vulnerability to Bases.
1745. This spell is cast: Greater Vulnerability to Cold.
1746. This spell is cast: Greater Vulnerability to Discipline.
1747. This spell is cast: Greater Vulnerability to Earth.
1748. This spell is cast: Greater Vulnerability to Electricity.
1749. This spell is cast: Greater Vulnerability to Ethicality.

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 1750. This spell is cast: Greater Vulnerability to Fire.
1751. This spell is cast: Greater Vulnerability to Immorality.
1752. This spell is cast: Greater Vulnerability to Morality.
1753. This spell is cast: Greater Vulnerability to Poison.
1754. This spell is cast: Greater Vulnerability to Skill.
1755. This spell is cast: Greater Vulnerability to Sonics.
1756. This spell is cast: Greater Vulnerability to Unethicality.
1757. This spell is cast: Greater Vulnerability to Weapon.
1758. This spell is cast: Happy Cleaver.
1759. This spell is cast: Heal Dislocation or Fracture.
1760. This spell is cast: Healing.
1761. This spell is cast: Hearing Voices.
1762. This spell is cast: Heating.
1763. This spell is cast: Hover.
1764. This spell is cast: Hurl Voice.
1765. This spell is cast: Imbue Item.
1766. This spell is cast: Immutability.
1767. This spell is cast: Immutable Wound.
Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

1768. This spell is cast: Indispensable Invisibility.

1769. This spell is cast: Inferno.
1770. This spell is cast: Internal Explosion.
1771. This spell is cast: Intestinal Wreathe.
1772. This spell is cast: Invincibility to Acid.
1773. This spell is cast: Invincibility to Air.
1774. This spell is cast: Invincibility to Bases.
1775. This spell is cast: Invincibility to Cold.
1776. This spell is cast: Invincibility to Earth.
1777. This spell is cast: Invincibility to Electricity.
1778. This spell is cast: Invincibility to Fire.
1779. This spell is cast: Invincibility to Gaze.
1780. This spell is cast: Invincibility to Poison.
1781. This spell is cast: Invincibility to Water.
1782. This spell is cast: Invincibility.
1783. This spell is cast: Invisibility.
1784. This spell is cast: Ionic Attack.
1785. This spell is cast: Lesser Bidding.
1786. This spell is cast: Lesser Electrical Discharge.
1787. This spell is cast: Lesser Healing.
1788. This spell is cast: Lesser Holocaust.
1789. This spell is cast: Lesser Hologram.
1790. This spell is cast: Lesser Mending.
1791. This spell is cast: Lesser Vulnerability to Acid.
1792. This spell is cast: Lesser Vulnerability to Air.
1793. This spell is cast: Lesser Vulnerability to Armor.
1794. This spell is cast: Lesser Vulnerability to Bases.
1795. This spell is cast: Lesser Vulnerability to Cholerics.
1796. This spell is cast: Lesser Vulnerability to Cold.
1797. This spell is cast: Lesser Vulnerability to Discipline.
1798. This spell is cast: Lesser Vulnerability to Earth.
1799. This spell is cast: Lesser Vulnerability to Electricity.
1800. This spell is cast: Lesser Vulnerability to Ethicality.

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1801. This spell is cast: Lesser Vulnerability to Fire.
1802. This spell is cast: Lesser Vulnerability to Immorality.
1803. This spell is cast: Lesser Vulnerability to Melancholics.
1804. This spell is cast: Lesser Vulnerability to Morality.
1805. This spell is cast: Lesser Vulnerability to Phlegmatics.
1806. This spell is cast: Lesser Vulnerability to Poison.
1807. This spell is cast: Lesser Vulnerability to Sanguines.
1808. This spell is cast: Lesser Vulnerability to Skill.
1809. This spell is cast: Lesser Vulnerability to Unethicality.
1810. This spell is cast: Lesser Vulnerability to Weapon.
1811. This spell is cast: Living Monstrosity.
1812. This spell is cast: Love Spell I.
1813. This spell is cast: Love Spell II.
1814. This spell is cast: Love Spell III.
1815. This spell is cast: Love Spell IV.
1816. This spell is cast: Love Spell V.
1817. This spell is cast: Love Spell of Attraction I.
1818. This spell is cast: Love Spell of Attraction II.

Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

1819. This spell is cast: Love Spell of Attraction III.
1820. This spell is cast: Love Spell of Attraction IV.
1821. This spell is cast: Love Spell of Attraction through Touch.
1822. This spell is cast: Madness.
1823. This spell is cast: Magical Warning.
1824. This spell is cast: Martyrization.
1825. This spell is cast: Mass Bidding.
1826. This spell is cast: Mass Complete Healing.
1827. This spell is cast: Mass Evanescence.
1828. This spell is cast: Mass Greater Healing.
1829. This spell is cast: Mass Healing.
1830. This spell is cast: Mass Lesser Healing.
1831. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Acid.
1832. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Air.
1833. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Bases.
1834. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Cholerics.
1835. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Cold.
1836. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Discipline.
1837. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Earth.
1838. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Electricity.
1839. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Ethicality.
1840. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Fire.
1841. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Gaze.
1842. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Immorality.
1843. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Melancholics.
1844. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Morality.
1845. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Phlegmatics.
1846. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Physical Harm.
1847. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Poison.
1848. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Sanguines.
1849. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Sonics.
1850. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Unethicality.
1851. This spell is cast: Mass Protection from Water.

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 1852. This spell is cast: Mass Teleportation.
1853. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Acid.
1854. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Air.
1855. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Armor.
1856. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Bases.
1857. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Cholerics.
1858. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Cold.
1859. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Discipline.
1860. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Earth.
1861. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Electricity.
1862. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Ethicality.
1863. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Fire.
1864. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Immorality.
1865. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Melancholics.
1866. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Morality.
1867. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Phlegmatics.
1868. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Poison.
1869. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Sanguines.
Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

1870. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Skill.

1871. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Sonics.
1872. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Unethicality.
1873. This spell is cast: Mass Vulnerability to Weapon.
1874. This spell is cast: Meltdown.
1875. This spell is cast: Miasma.
1876. This spell is cast: Minor Transmogrification.
1877. This spell is cast: Multiplication of Loaves and Fish.
1878. This spell is cast: Oracle.
1879. This spell is cast: Pain Berry.
1880. This spell is cast: Palfrey.
1881. This spell is cast: Perpetual Hologram.
1882. This spell is cast: Perpetual Bleeding.
1883. This spell is cast: Perpetual Burn.
1884. This spell is cast: Perpetual Healing.
1885. This spell is cast: Perpetual Orgasm.
1886. This spell is cast: Perpetual Slumber.
1887. This spell is cast: Pestilential Host.
1888. This spell is cast: Pestilential Penis.
1889. This spell is cast: Pestilential Pudenda.
1890. This spell is cast: Phlogistic Augmentation.
1891. This spell is cast: Pillar of Smoke.
1892. This spell is cast: Pillars of Lightning.
1893. This spell is cast: Pillars of Salt.
1894. This spell is cast: Pleasure Berry.
1895. This spell is cast: Possession.
1896. This spell is cast: Prayer of Deliverance.
1897. This spell is cast: Protection from Acid.
1898. This spell is cast: Protection from Air.
1899. This spell is cast: Protection from Bases.
1900. This spell is cast: Protection from Cholerics.
1901. This spell is cast: Protection from Cold.
1902. This spell is cast: Protection from Discipline.

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1903. This spell is cast: Protection from Earth.
1904. This spell is cast: Protection from Electricity.
1905. This spell is cast: Protection from Ethicality
1906. This spell is cast: Protection from Fire.
1907. This spell is cast: Protection from Gaze.
1908. This spell is cast: Protection from Immorality.
1909. This spell is cast: Protection from Melancholics.
1910. This spell is cast: Protection from Morality.
1911. This spell is cast: Protection from Phlegmatics.
1912. This spell is cast: Protection from Physical Harm.
1913. This spell is cast: Protection from Poison.
1914. This spell is cast: Protection from Sanguines.
1915. This spell is cast: Protection from Sonics.
1916. This spell is cast: Protection from Unethicality.
1917. This spell is cast: Protection from Water.
1918. This spell is cast: Puddle of Crud.
1919. This spell is cast: Pudenda Key Spell.
1920. This spell is cast: Putrid Portrait.

Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

1921. This spell is cast: Raise Prowess.
1922. This spell is cast: Random Dismemberment.
1923. This spell is cast: Random Impaling.
1924. This spell is cast: Random Mangling.
1925. This spell is cast: Re-animation.
1926. This spell is cast: Recipe for Blindness.
1927. This spell is cast: Recipe for Blistering Death.
1928. This spell is cast: Recipe for Death.
1929. This spell is cast: Recipe for Making a Woman Mad After a Man.
1930. This spell is cast: Recipe for Skin Disease.
1931. This spell is cast: Regeneration.
1932. This spell is cast: Rend Asunder.
1933. This spell is cast: Request for a Dream Oracle.
1934. This spell is cast: Restraining Rite for Anything.
1935. This spell is cast: Restraining Spell.
1936. This spell is cast: Resurrection of a Dead Body.
1937. This spell is cast: Revivification.
1938. This spell is cast: Rite for Acquiring an Assistant Demon.
1939. This spell is cast: Rite for Driving out Demons.
1940. This spell is cast: Rite to Produce an Epiphany of Kore.
1941. This spell is cast: Rot.
1942. This spell is cast: Sanitize Food/Beverage.
1943. This spell is cast: Seal Item.
1944. This spell is cast: Seal Orifice.
1945. This spell is cast: Soulstealer’s Black Bolt.
1946. This spell is cast: Spell for Causing Talk while Asleep.
1947. This spell is cast: Spell for Questioning Corpses.
1948. This spell is cast: Spell for Removal of Poison.
1949. This spell is cast: Spell for Restraining Anger.
1950. This spell is cast: Spell to Catch a Thief.
1951. This spell is cast: Spell to Cause a Woman to Hate a Man.
1952. This spell is cast: Spell to Subject and Silence.
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1955. This spell is cast: Strength.
1956. This spell is cast: Symbol of Ethicality.
1957. This spell is cast: Symbol of Immorality.
1958. This spell is cast: Symbol of Morality.
1959. This spell is cast: Symbol of Unethicality.
1960. This spell is cast: Teleportation.
1961. This spell is cast: Tenesmus.
1962. This spell is cast: Test of Pregnancy.
1963. This spell is cast: To Keep Bugs Out of the House.
1964. This spell is cast: To Win at Dice.
1965. This spell is cast: Trance.
1966. This spell is cast: Transmogrification.
1967. This spell is cast: Transmogrify Dirt and Mud.
1968. This spell is cast: Transmogrify Flesh to Stone.
1969. This spell is cast: Transmogrify Life.
1970. This spell is cast: Transmogrify Metal and Wood.
1971. This spell is cast: Transmogrify Object.
Appendix 3: Random Magical Effects

1972. This spell is cast: True Name.

1973. This spell is cast: Truncheon.
1974. This spell is cast: Unattractive.
1975. This spell is cast: Vanish.
1976. This spell is cast: Walk on Water.
1977. This spell is cast: Waves Be Still.
1978. This spell is cast: Wish.
1979. This spell is cast: Wishbone.
1980. This spell is cast: Wooden Carapace.
1981. This spell is cast: Worst Nightmare.
1982. Time is reversed.
1983. Today, all parents within 1d1000 feet spank children who do as they are told.
1984. Whenever a spell is cast by the caster, an eyelash of the caster transmogrifies into stone.
1985. Whenever a spell is cast, the caster bleeds from their rump.
1986. Whenever a spell is cast, the caster twitches violently.
1987. Whenever in the presence of a potential mate, the nearest male howls like a wolf.
1988. Whenever the caster becomes invisible, their genitals remain visible.
1989. Whenever the caster blinks their eyes, they appear in a random location within 3d10 miles.
1990. Whenever the caster casts a spell, there is a (3d10)% chance of a Random Magical Effect.
1991. Whenever the caster causes any magical effect, they lose a random body part.
1992. Whenever the caster defecates, their intestines fall out of their rump, though still attached.
1993. Whenever the caster farts, their gas-hole emits a mating call for all insects within 3d100 feet.
1994. Whenever the caster is damaged, it will always be Graphic Gore.
1995. Whenever the caster takes a dump, there are 3d10 belladonna berries hidden inside.
1996. Whenever the nearest female lies, her nipples grow ¼ inch.
1997. Whenever the nearest male lies, his Manhood grows 1 inch.
1998. Whenever the target takes a dump, it will be 3d100 feet long, though normal in girth.
1999. Whenever within 3d10 feet of royalty, the caster must expose their genitals.
2000. Within a radius of 3d100 feet, this area now restores virginity.

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 Appendix 4: Phobias

The list of phobias presented in this appendix is for use with phobia as a mental illness from
Chapter 5: Mind. To randomly determine a phobia, roll (1d6 - 1) and treat the result as the hundreds
position, and then roll 1d100; this yields a range from 001 to 600. Consult the listing below:

Appendix 4: Phobias
001. Ablutophobia: Fear of washing or bathing.
002. Acarophobia: Fear of itching, or of the insects that cause itching.
003. Acerophobia: Fear of sourness.
004. Achluophobia: Fear of darkness.
005. Acousticophobia: Fear of noise.
006. Acrophobia: Fear of heights.
007. Aerophobia: Fear of drafts, air swallowing, or airbourne noxious substances.
008. Aeroacrophobia: Fear of open, high places.
009. Aeronausiphobia: Fear of vomiting secondary to airsickness.
010. Agateophobia: Fear of insanity.
011. Agliophobia: Fear of pain.
012. Agoraphobia: Fear of open spaces, being in crowded and public places like markets, or leaving a safe place.
013. Agraphobia: Fear of sexual abuse.
014. Agrizoophobia: Fear of wild animals.
015. Agyrophobia: Fear of streets or crossing the street.
016. Aichmophobia: Fear of needles or pointed objects.
017. Ailurophobia: Fear of cats.
018. Albuminurophobia: Fear of kidney disease.
019. Alektorophobia: Fear of chickens.
020. Algophobia: Fear of pain.
021. Alliumphobia: Fear of garlic.
022. Allodoxaphobia: Fear of opinions.
023. Altophobia: Fear of heights.
024. Amathophobia: Fear of dust.
025. Ambulophobia: Fear of walking.
026. Amnesiphobia: Fear of amnesia.
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 028. Anablephobia: Fear of looking up.
029. Ancraophobia or Anemophobia: Fear of wind.
030. Androphobia: Fear of men.
031. Anemophobia: Fear of air drafts or wind.
032. Anginophobia: Fear of angina, choking, or narrowness.
033. Angrophobia: Fear of anger or of becoming angry.
034. Ankylophobia: Fear of immobility of a joint.
035. Anthrophobia or Anthophobia: Fear of flowers.
036. Anthropophobia: Fear of characters or society.
037. Antlophobia: Fear of floods.
038. Anuptaphobia: Fear of staying single.
039. Apeirophobia: Fear of infinity.
040. Aphenphosmphobia: Fear of being touched. (Haphephobia)
041. Apiphobia: Fear of bees.
042. Apotemnophobia: Fear of characters with amputations.
043. Arachibutyrophobia: Fear of food sticking to the roof of the mouth.
044. Arachnephobia or Arachnophobia: Fear of spiders.
045. Arithmophobia: Fear of numbers.
046. Arrhenphobia: Fear of men.
047. Arsonphobia: Fear of fire.
048. Asthenophobia: Fear of fainting or weakness.
049. Astraphobia or Astrapophobia: Fear of thunder and lightning.
Appendix 4: Phobias

050. Astrophobia: Fear of stars and celestial space.

051. Asymmetriphobia: Fear of asymmetrical things.
052. Ataxiophobia: Fear of ataxia (muscular incoordination)
053. Ataxophobia: Fear of disorder or untidiness.
054. Atelophobia: Fear of imperfection.
055. Atephobia: Fear of ruin or ruins.
056. Athazagoraphobia: Fear of being forgotton, ignored, or of forgetting.
057. Atomosophobia: Fear of explosions.
058. Atychiphobia: Fear of failure.
059. Aulophobia: Fear of flutes.
060. Aurophobia: Fear of gold.
061. Auroraphobia: Fear of Northern lights.
062. Autodysomophobia: Fear of one who has a vile odor.
063. Automatonophobia: Fear of anything that falsely represents a sentient being.
064. Automysophobia: Fear of being dirty.
065. Autophobia: Fear of being alone, or of oneself.
066. Aviophobia or Aviatophobia: Fear of flying.
067. Ballistophobia: Fear of missiles or projectiles.
068. Basophobia or Basiphobia: Inability to stand. Fear of walking or falling.
069. Bathmophobia: Fear of stairs or steep slopes.
070. Bathophobia: Fear of depth.
071. Batophobia: Fear of heights or being close to high buildings.
072. Batrachophobia: Fear of amphibians, such as frogs, newts, salamanders, etc.
073. Belonephobia: Fear of pins and needles. (Aichmophobia)
074. Bibliophobia: Fear of books.
075. Blennophobia: Fear of slime.
076. Botanophobia: Fear of plants.
077. Bromidrosiphobia or Bromidrophobia: Fear of body smells.
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080. Cacophobia: Fear of ugliness.
081. Cainophobia or Cainotophobia: Fear of newness, novelty.
082. Caligynephobia: Fear of beautiful women.
083. Cardiophobia: Fear of the heart.
084. Carnophobia: Fear of meat.
085. Catagelophobia: Fear of being ridiculed.
086. Catapedaphobia: Fear of jumping from high and low places.
087. Cathisophobia: Fear of sitting.
088. Catoptrophobia: Fear of mirrors.
089. Cenophobia or Centophobia: Fear of new things or ideas.
090. Ceraunophobia: Fear of thunder.
091. Chaetophobia: Fear of hair.
092. Cheimaphobia or Cheimatophobia: Fear of cold.
093. Chemophobia: Fear of chemicals or working with chemicals.
094. Cherophobia: Fear of gaiety.
095. Chionophobia: Fear of snow.
096. Chiraptophobia: Fear of being touched.
097. Chirophobia: Fear of hands.
098. Cholerophobia: Fear of anger.
099. Chorophobia: Fear of dancing.
100. Chrometophobia or Chrematophobia: Fear of money.

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101. Chromophobia or Chromatophobia: Fear of colors.
102. Chronophobia: Fear of time.
103. Chronomentrophobia: Fear of clocks.
104. Cibophobia or Sitophobia or Sitiophobia: Fear of food.
105. Claustrophobia: Fear of confined spaces.
106. Cleithrophobia or Cleisiophobia: Fear of being locked in an enclosed place.
107. Cleptophobia:Fear of stealing.
108. Climacophobia: Fear of stairs, climbing, or falling downstairs.
109. Clinophobia: Fear of going to bed.
110. Clithrophobia or Cleithrophobia: Fear of being enclosed.
111. Cnidophobia: Fear of stings.
112. Cometophobia: Fear of comets.
113. Coitophobia: Fear of coitus.
114. Contreltophobia: Fear of sexual abuse.
115. Coprastasophobia: Fear of constipation.
116. Coprophobia: Fear of feces.
117. Coulrophobia: Fear of jesters.
118. Counterphobia: The preference by a phobic for fearful situations.
119. Cremnophobia: Fear of precipices.
120. Cryophobia: Fear of extreme cold, ice, or frost.
121. Crystallophobia: Fear of crystals or glass.
122. Cymophobia: Fear of waves or wave-like motions.
123. Cynophobia: Fear of dogs or rabies.
124. Cypridophobia, Cypriphobia, Cyprianophobia, or Cyprinophobia: Fear of prostitutes or venereal disease.
125. Decidophobia: Fear of making decisions.
126. Defecaloesiophobia: Fear of painful bowels movements.
127. Deipnophobia: Fear of dining or dinner conversations.
128. Dementophobia: Fear of insanity.
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131. Dendrophobia: Fear of trees.
132. Dermatophobia: Fear of skin lesions.
133. Dermatosiophobia, Dermatophobia, or Dermatopathophobia: Fear of skin disease.
134. Dextrophobia: Fear of objects at the right side of the body.
135. Diabetophobia: Fear of diabetes.
136. Didaskaleinophobia: Fear of going to school.
137. Dikephobia: Fear of justice.
138. Dinophobia: Fear of dizziness or whirlpools.
139. Diplophobia: Fear of double-vision.
140. Dipsophobia: Fear of drinking.
141. Dishabiliophobia: Fear of undressing in front of someone.
142. Domatophobia or Oikophobia: Fear of houses or being in a house.
143. Doraphobia: Fear of fur or skins of animals.
144. Doxophobia: Fear of expressing opinions or receiving praise.
145. Dromophobia: Fear of crossing streets.
146. Dysmorphophobia: Fear of deformity.
147. Dystychiphobia: Fear of accidents.
148. Ecclesiophobia: Fear of church.
149. Ecophobia: Fear of home.
150. Eicophobia or Oikophobia: Fear of home surroundings.
151. Eisoptrophobia: Fear of mirrors or of seeing oneself in a mirror.
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152. Eleutherophobia: Fear of freedom.

153. Elurophobia: Fear of cats. (Ailurophobia)
154. Emetophobia: Fear of vomiting.
155. Enochlophobia: Fear of crowds.
156. Enosiophobia or Enissophobia: Fear of having committed an unpardonable sin, or of criticism.
157. Entomophobia: Fear of insects.
158. Eosophobia: Fear of dawn or daylight.
159. Ephebiphobia: Fear of teenagers.
160. Epistaxiophobia: Fear of nosebleeds.
161. Epistemophobia: Fear of knowledge.
162. Equinophobia: Fear of horses.
163. Eremophobia: Fear of being by oneself or of loneliness.
164. Ereuthrophobia: Fear of blushing.
165. Ergophobia: Fear of work.
166. Erotophobia: Fear of sexual love or sexual questions.
167. Euphobia: Fear of hearing good news.
168. Eurotophobia: Fear of female genitalia.
169. Erythrophobia, Erytophobia, or Ereuthophobia: Fear of red light, blushing, or red.
170. Febriphobia, Fibriphobia or Fibriophobia: Fear of fever.
171. Felinophobia: Fear of cats. (Also: Ailurophobia, Elurophobia, Galeophobia, Gatophobia)
172. Frigophobia: Fear of cold things.
173. Galeophobia or Gatophobia: Fear of cats.
174. Gamophobia: Fear of marriage.
175. Geliophobia: Fear of laughter.
176. Geniophobia: Fear of chins.
177. Genophobia: Fear of sex.
178. Genuphobia: Fear of knees.
179. Gephyrophobia, Gephydrophobia, or Gephysrophobia: Fear of crossing bridges.
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182. Geumaphobia or Geumophobia: Fear of taste.
183. Glossophobia: Fear of speaking in public or of trying to speak.
184. Gnosiophobia: Fear of knowledge.
185. Graphophobia: Fear of writing or handwriting.
186. Gymnophobia: Fear of nudity.
187. Gynephobia or Gynophobia: Fear of women.
188. Hagiophobia: Fear of saints or holy things.
189. Hamartophobia: Fear of sinning.
190. Haphephobia or Haptephobia: Fear of being touched.
191. Harpaxophobia: Fear of being robbed.
192. Hedonophobia: Fear of feeling pleasure.
193. Heliophobia: Fear of the sun.
194. Helminthophobia: Fear of being infested with worms.
195. Hemophobia, Hemaphobia, or Hematophobia: Fear of blood.
196. Heresyphobia or Hereiophobia: Fear of challenges to official doctrine or of radical deviation.
197. Herpetophobia: Fear of reptiles or creepy, crawly things.
198. Heterophobia or Sexophobia: Fear of the opposite sex.
199. Hierophobia: Fear of priests or sacred things.
200. Hippophobia: Fear of horses.
201. Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia: Fear of long words.
202. Hobophobia: Fear of bums or beggars.

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203. Hodophobia: Fear of road travel.
204. Hormephobia: Fear of shock.
205. Homichlophobia: Fear of fog.
206. Homilophobia: Fear of sermons.
207. Hominophobia: Fear of men.
208. Hydrargyophobia: Fear of mercurial medicines.
209. Hydrophobia: Fear of water, or of rabies.
210. Hydrophobophobia: Fear of rabies.
211. Hyelophobia or Hyalophobia: Fear of glass.
212. Hygrophobia: Fear of liquids, dampness, or moisture.
213. Hylephobia: Fear of materialism, or epilepsy.
214. Hylophobia: Fear of forests.
215. Hypengyophobia or Hypegiaphobia: Fear of responsibility.
216. Hypnophobia: Fear of sleep.
217. Hypsiphobia: Fear of height.
218. Ichthyophobia: Fear of fish.
219. Ideophobia: Fear of ideas.
220. Illyngophobia: Fear of vertigo or feeling dizzy when looking down.
221. Iophobia: Fear of poison.
222. Insectophobia: Fear of insects.
223. Isolophobia: Fear of solitude, being alone.
224. Isopterophobia: Fear of wood-eating insects.
225. Ithyphallophobia: Fear of seeing, thinking about, or having an erect Manhood.
226. Kainolophobia: Fear of novelty.
227. Kainophobia: Fear of anything new, novelty.
228. Kakorrhaphiophobia: Fear of failure or defeat.
229. Katagelophobia: Fear of ridicule.
230. Kathisophobia: Fear of sitting down.
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233. Kinetophobia or Kinesophobia: Fear of movement or motion.
234. Kleptophobia: Fear of stealing.
235. Koinoniphobia: Fear of rooms.
236. Kolpophobia: Fear of genitals, particularly female.
237. Kopophobia: Fear of fatigue.
238. Koniophobia or Amathophobia: Fear of dust.
239. Kosmikophobia: Fear of cosmic phenomenon.
240. Kymophobia: Fear of waves.
241. Kynophobia: Fear of rabies.
242. Kyphophobia: Fear of stooping.
243. Lachanophobia: Fear of vegetables.
244. Laliophobia or Lalophobia: Fear of speaking.
245. Leprophobia or Lepraphobia: Fear of leprosy.
246. Leukophobia: Fear of the color white.
247. Levophobia: Fear of things to the left side of the body.
248. Ligyrophobia: Fear of loud noises.
249. Lilapsophobia: Fear of hurricanes.
250. Limnophobia: Fear of lakes.
251. Linonophobia: Fear of string.
252. Liticaphobia: Fear of lawsuits.
253. Lockiophobia: Fear of childbirth.
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254. Logophobia: Fear of words.

255. Lygophobia: Fear of darkness.
256. Lyssophobia: Fear of rabies or of becoming mad.
257. Macrophobia: Fear of long waits.
258. Mageirocophobia: Fear of cooking.
259. Maieusiophobia: Fear of childbirth.
260. Malaxophobia or Sarmassophobia: Fear of love-play.
261. Maniaphobia: Fear of insanity.
262. Mastigophobia: Fear of punishment.
263. Mechanophobia: Fear of machines.
264. Medomalacuphobia: Fear of losing an erection.
265. Medorthophobia: Fear of an erect Manhood.
266. Megalophobia: Fear of large things.
267. Melissophobia: Fear of bees.
268. Melanophobia: Fear of the color black.
269. Melophobia: Fear or hatred of music.
270. Meningitophobia: Fear of brain disease.
271. Menophobia: Fear of menstruation.
272. Merinthophobia: Fear of being bound or tied up.
273. Metallophobia: Fear of metal.
274. Metathesiophobia: Fear of changes.
275. Meteorophobia: Fear of meteors.
276. Methyphobia: Fear of alcohol.
277. Metrophobia: Fear or hatred of poetry.
278. Microphobia: Fear of small things.
279. Mnemophobia: Fear of memories.
280. Molysmophobia or Molysomophobia: Fear of dirt or contamination.
281. Monophobia: Fear of solitude or being alone.
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284. Musophobia or Murophobia: Fear of mice.
285. Mycophobia: Fear or aversion to mushrooms.
286. Mycrophobia - Fear of small things.
287. Myctophobia - Fear of darkness.
288. Myrmecophobia - Fear of ants.
289. Mysophobia: Fear of germs or contamination or dirt.
290. Mythophobia: Fear of myths stories, or false statements.
291. Myxophobia: Fear of slime. (Blennophobia)
292. Nebulaphobia: Fear of fog. (Homichlophobia)
293. Necrophobia: Fear of death or dead things.
294. Nelophobia: Fear of glass.
295. Neophobia: Fear of anything new.
296. Nephophobia: Fear of clouds.
297. Noctiphobia: Fear of the night.
298. Nomatophobia: Fear of names.
299. Nosophobia or Nosemaphobia: Fear of becoming ill.
300. Nostophobia: Fear of returning home.
301. Novercaphobia: Fear of your step-mother.
302. Nudophobia: Fear of nudity.
303. Numerophobia: Fear of numbers.
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305. Nyctophobia: Fear of the dark or of night.
306. Obesophobia: Fear of gaining weight.(Pocrescophobia)
307. Ochlophobia: Fear of crowds or mobs.
308. Ochophobia: Fear of vehicles -- a chariot, for example.
309. Octophobia: Fear of the figure 8.
310. Odontophobia: Fear of teeth.
311. Odynophobia, Odynephobia, or Algophobia: Fear of pain.
312. Oenophobia: Fear of wine.
313. Oikophobia: Fear of home surroundings, house.
314. Olfactophobia: Fear of smells.
315. Ombrophobia: Fear of rain or of being rained on.
316. Ommetaphobia or Ommatophobia: Fear of eyes.
317. Oneirophobia: Fear of dreams.
318. Oneirogmophobia: Fear of wet dreams.
319. Onomatophobia: Fear of hearing a certain word or of names.
320. Ophidiophobia or Snakephobia: Fear of snakes.
321. Ophthalmophobia: Fear of being stared at.
322. Optophobia: Fear of opening one’s eyes.
323. Ornithophobia: Fear of birds.
324. Orthophobia: Fear of property.
325. Osmophobia or Osphresiophobia: Fear of smells or odors.
326. Ostraconophobia: Fear of shellfish.
327. Ouranophobia: Fear of paradise.
328. Pagophobia: Fear of ice or frost.
329. Panthophobia: Fear of suffering and disease.
330. Panophobia or Pantophobia: Fear of everything.
331. Papyrophobia: Fear of paper.
332. Paralipophobia: Fear of neglecting duty or responsibility.
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335. Parthenophobia: Fear of virgins or young girls.
336. Pathophobia: Fear of disease.
337. Patroiophobia: Fear of heredity.
338. Parturiphobia: Fear of childbirth.
339. Peccatophobia: Fear of sinning. (imaginary crime)
340. Pediculophobia: Fear of lice.
341. Pediophobia: Fear of dolls.
342. Pedophobia: Fear of children.
343. Peladophobia: Fear of bald characters.
344. Peniaphobia: Fear of poverty.
345. Pentheraphobia: Fear of mother-in-law. (Novercaphobia)
346. Phagophobia: Fear of swallowing, eating, or being eaten.
347. Phalacrophobia: Fear of becoming bald.
348. Phallophobia: Fear of a Manhood, especially erect.
349. Phasmophobia: Fear of ghosts.
350. Phengophobia: Fear of daylight or sunshine.
351. Philemaphobia or Philematophobia: Fear of kissing.
352. Philophobia: Fear of falling or being in love.
353. Philosophobia: Fear of philosophy.
354. Phobophobia: Fear of phobias.
355. Photoaugliaphobia: Fear of glaring lights.
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356. Photophobia: Fear of light.

357. Phonophobia: Fear of noises, voices, or one’s own voice.
358. Phronemophobia: Fear of thinking.
359. Phthiriophobia or Pediculophobia: Fear of lice.
360. Phthisiophobia: Fear of tuberculosis.
361. Plutophobia: Fear of wealth.
362. Pluviophobia: Fear of rain or of being rained on.
363. Pneumatiphobia: Fear of spirits.
364. Pnigophobia or Pnigerophobia: Fear of choking or being smothered.
365. Pocrescophobia or Obesophobia: Fear of gaining weight.
366. Pogonophobia: Fear of beards.
367. Politicophobia: Fear or abnormal dislike of politicians.
368. Polyphobia: Fear of many things. Character has 2d20 random phobias.
369. Poinephobia: Fear of punishment.
370. Ponophobia: Fear of overworking or of pain.
371. Porphyrophobia: Fear of the color purple.
372. Potamophobia: Fear of rivers or running water.
373. Potophobia: Fear of alcohol.
374. Proctophobia: Fear of rectum.
375. Prosophobia: Fear of progress.
376. Psellismophobia: Fear of stuttering.
377. Psychophobia: Fear of minds.
378. Psychrophobia: Fear of cold.
379. Pteromerhanophobia: Fear of flying.
380. Pteronophobia: Fear of being tickled by feathers.
381. Pupaphobia: fear of puppets
382. Pyrexiophobia: Fear of fever.
383. Pyrophobia: Fear of fire.
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386. Rhabdophobia: Fear of being severely punished or beaten by a rod, severely criticized, or fear of magic
wands.
387. Rhypophobia: Fear of defecation.
388. Rhytiphobia: Fear of getting wrinkles.
389. Rupophobia: Fear of dirt.
390. Sarmassophobia or Malaxophobia: Fear of love-play.
391. Scabiophobia: Fear of scabies.
392. Scatophobia: Fear of fecal matter.
393. Scelerophibia: Fear of bad characters, burglars.
394. Sciophobia or Sciaphobia: Fear of shadows.
395. Scoleciphobia: Fear of worms.
396. Scolionophobia: Fear of school.
397. Scopophobia or Scoptophobia: Fear of being seen or stared at.
398. Scotomaphobia: Fear of blindness in visual field.
399. Scotophobia or Achluophobia: Fear of darkness.
400. Scriptophobia: Fear of writing in public.
401. Selachophobia: Fear of sharks.
402. Selaphobia: Fear of light flashes.
403. Selenophobia: Fear of the moon.
404. Seplophobia: Fear of decaying matter.
405. Sesquipedalophobia: Fear of long words.

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406. Sexophobia: Fear of the opposite sex.
407. Siderophobia: Fear of stars.
408. Sinistrophobia: Fear of things to the left, left-handed.
409. Sitophobia, Sitiophobia, or Cibophobia: Fear of food or eating.
410. Snakephobia or Ophidophobia: Fear of snakes.
411. Soceraphobia: Fear of parents-in-law.
412. Social Phobia: Fear of being evaluated negatively in social situations.
413. Sociophobia: Fear of society or characters in general.
414. Somniphobia: Fear of sleep.
415. Sophophobia: Fear of learning.
416. Soteriophobia: Fear of dependence on others.
417. Spectrophobia: Fear of specters or ghosts.
418. Spermatophobia or Spermophobia: Fear of loads of splooge, commonly called cum.
419. Spheksophobia: Fear of wasps.
420. Stasibasiphobia, Stasiphobia, or Ambulophobia: Fear of standing or walking.
421. Staurophobia: Fear of crosses.
422. Stenophobia: Fear of narrow things or places.
423. Suriphobia: Fear of mice.
424. Symbolophobia: Fear of symbolism.
425. Symmetrophobia: Fear of symmetry.
426. Syngenesophobia: Fear of relatives.
427. Tachophobia: Fear of speed.
428. Taeniophobia or Teniophobia: Fear of tapeworms.
429. Taphephobia Taphophobia: Fear of being buried alive.
430. Tapinophobia: Fear of being contagious.
431. Taurophobia: Fear of bulls.
432. Teleophobia: Fear of definite plans or religious ceremony.
433. Teratophobia: Fear of bearing a deformed child, fear of monsters, or deformed characters.
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436. Textophobia: Fear of certain fabrics.
437. Thaasophobia: Fear of sitting.
438. Thalassophobia: Fear of the sea.
439. Thanatophobia or Thantophobia: Fear of death or dying.
440. Theatrophobia: Fear of theaters.
441. Theologicophobia: Fear of theology.
442. Theophobia: Fear of gods or religion.
443. Thermophobia: Fear of heat.
444. Tocophobia: Fear of pregnancy or childbirth.
445. Tonitrophobia: Fear of thunder.
446. Topophobia: Fear of certain places or situations, such as stage-fright.
447. Toxiphobia, Toxophobia, or Toxicophobia: Fear of poison or of being poisoned accidentally.
448. Traumatophobia: Fear of injury.
449. Tremophobia: Fear of trembling.
450. Trichopathophobia, Trichophobia, Hypertrichophobia, or Chaetophobia: Fear of hair.
451. Triskaidekaphobia: Fear of the number 13.
452. Tropophobia: Fear of moving or making changes.
453. Tuberculophobia: Fear of tuberculosis.
454. Tyrannophobia: Fear of tyrants.
455. Uranophobia: Fear of paradise.
456. Urophobia: Fear of urine or urinating.
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457. Venustraphobia: Fear of beautiful women.

458. Verbophobia: Fear of words.
459. Vestiphobia: Fear of clothing.
460. Virginitiphobia: Fear of rape.
461. Vitricophobia: Fear of step-father.
462. Wiccaphobia: Fear of witches (female sorcerers) and witchcraft.
463. Xanthophobia: Fear of the color yellow or the word yellow.
464. Xenoglossophobia: Fear of foreign languages.
465. Xenophobia: Fear of strangers or foreigners.
466. Xerophobia: Fear of dryness.
467. Xylophobia: Fear of wooden objects or forests.
468. Zelophobia: Fear of jealousy.
469. Zeusophobia: Fear of a god or gods.
470. Zoophobia: Fear of animals.
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Appendix 5: Ingredients
This appendix is a compilation of ingredi- look the usefulness of the need for ingredients re-
ents that may be selected randomly. The descrip- garding plots.
tion will indicate whether the ingredient is reusable Above all, it is suggested that Aediles use
or expended upon casting. To determine a random discretion and do what is appropriate or best for
ingredient, roll 1d1000 and roll another 1d10 to see their game. If a random ingredient is rolled and the
if it was the (1-5) first or (6-10) second thousand, results are nonsensical within context, then the
and consult the following table1. Aedile may decide to have the player reroll. Players
Note that some of these ingredients are may have concerns about the valdity of many in-
vague. For instance, ingredient #1827 is the sweat gredients such as body parts. Vast numbers of magi-
of the palms of a prosperous business owner. It is cal texts have been burned, and so modern knowl-
the Aedile’s discretion exactly what ‘prosperous’ edge of ancient and medieval magic is rather lim-
means. In this way, casters who seek ingredients ited. Apparaently, collections of body parts were
should be careful to fulfill the requirements. Upon popular ingredients for sorcerers. For example, a
casting the spell in question, the Aedile may declare tale (Fitcher’s Bird in The Complete Fairy Tales of
that the spell fails and an effect does not occur. The the Brothers Grimm) is told of a sorcerer who
caster is then left to wonder which ingredient failed knocks on random homes, charms maidens, brings
to meet the necessary criteria. Another example is them home, tricks them, kills them, dismembers their
that #1018 is a dismembered tooth that is black. bodies, and stores the body parts in a cauldron (p.
Exactly how black is black? This is the Aedile’s dis- 167-170). Similarly, an advanced sorcererss named
cretion. Pamphila maintains her magical workshop atop her
Although many ingredients are common and roof, where among ointments and other magical
easy for casters to obtain, a large number of ingre- ingredients, she stores a collection of stolen body
dients will pose difficulties, usually requiring the parts (Metamorphoses by Apuleius of Madaura,
caster to quest for them. Aediles should not over- Book 2, p. 20-21).
1. This method creates a random distribution from 1-2000 that is random in the sense that each number has the same
probability, whereas the simpler 2d1000 produces a distribution in which each number does not have the same probability,
such that the probability of 1000 is higher than the probability of 2000.

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 0001. Agate gemstone - reusable
0002. Ale - expended
0003. Ale of a bugbear - expended
0004. Ale of a dwarf - expended
0005. Ale of a human - expended
0006. Ale of an anakim - expended
0007. Ale served in a tavern - expended
0008. Ale served in an inn - expended
0009. Altar - reusable
0010. Altar made of at least 1d10 different kinds of wood - reusable
0011. Altar made of beeswax - resuable
0012. Altar made of black stone - reusable
0013. Altar made of brass - reusable
0014. Altar made of bronze - reusable
0015. Altar made of carefully-fitted teeth - reusable
0016. Altar made of chalk - reusable
0017. Altar made of compressed corpses - reusable
0018. Altar made of cooled lava - reusable
0019. Altar made of copper - reusable
0020. Altar made of decapitated heads - reusable
0021. Altar made of dirt - reusable
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0022. Altar made of glass - reusable

0023. Altar made of gold - reusable
0024. Altar made of granite - reusable
0025. Altar made of ice - reusable
0026. Altar made of inter-connecting bones - reusable
0027. Altar made of magnetic rock - reusable
0028. Altar made of marble - reusable
0029. Altar made of oak - reusable
0030. Altar made of petrified wood - reusable
0031. Altar made of pewter - reusable
0032. Altar made of pine - reusable
0033. Altar made of silver - reusable
0034. Altar made of soap - reusable
0035. Altar made of stone - reusable
0036. Altar made of wicker - reusable
0037. Altar made of wood - reusable
0038. Amber gemstone - reusable
0039. Amethyst gemstone - reusable
0040. Amulet - reusable
0041. Anally-inserted mast of a ship - reusable
0042. Anemone - expended
0043. Anklet - reusable
0044. Ant - expended
0045. Anvil - reusable
0046. Anvil of a blacksmith - reusable
0047. Anvil of a blacksmith, desecrated in blood - reusable
0048. Anything stolen - expended
0049. Anything stolen from a base ogre - expended
0050. Anything stolen from a black dwarf - expended
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0053. Anything stolen from a bugbear - expended
0054. Anything stolen from a character who hardly ever talks - expended
0055. Anything stolen from a character who has Retard Strength - expended
0056. Anything stolen from a character who talks too much - expended
0057. Anything stolen from a cliff ogre - expended
0058. Anything stolen from a dark elf - expended
0059. Anything stolen from a gruagach ogre - expended
0060. Anything stolen from a hairy humanoid - expended
0061. Anything stolen from a happily married couple - expended
0062. Anything stolen from a hill troll - expended
0063. Anything stolen from a kinder-fresser - expended
0064. Anything stolen from a kobold - expended
0065. Anything stolen from a light elf - expended
0066. Anything stolen from a moral humanoid - expended
0067. Anything stolen from a neighboring community - expended
0068. Anything stolen from a prosperous local merchant - expended
0069. Anything stolen from a randomly determined home - expended
0070. Anything stolen from a subterranean troll - expended
0071. Anything stolen from a temple - expended
0072. Anything stolen from a troll - expended

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0073. Anything stolen from a virgin maiden - expended
0074. Anything stolen from a white dwarf - expended
0075. Anything stolen from an elf - expended
0076. Anything stolen from an ethical humanoid - expended
0077. Anything stolen from an immoral humanoid - expended
0078. Anything stolen from an ogre - expended
0079. Anything stolen from an unethical humanoid - expended
0080. Anything stolen from an unhappily married couple - expended
0081. Anything stolen from the local government - expended
0082. Anything stolen that is worth less than 1 s.p. - expended
0083. Anything stolen that is worth more than 1d100 s.p. - expended
0084. Apple with a bee inside it - expended
0085. Apron - reusable
0086. Apron of a bugbear slave - reusable
0087. Apron of a dwarven wife - reusable
0088. Apron of a human wife - reusable
0089. Apron of a kobold slave - reusable
0090. Armor of a bugbear - reusable
0091. Armor of a dwarf - reusable
0092. Armor of a human - reusable
0093. Armor of a kobold - reusable
0094. Armor of a troll - reusable
0095. Armor of an anakim - reusable
0096. Armor of an elf - reusable
0097. Armor of an ogre - reusable
0098. Arrow - reusable
0099. Arsenic - expended
0100. Ashen remains of a burnt anakim - reusable
0101. Ashen remains of a burnt bugbear - reusable
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0104. Ashen remains of a burnt human - reusable
0105. Ashen remains of a burnt kobold - reusable
0106. Ashen remains of a burnt ogre - reusable
0107. Ashen remains of a burnt troll - reusable
0108. Ashen remains of a character in old age - reusable
0109. Ashen remains of a child - reusable
0110. Ashen remains of a middle-aged character - reusable
0111. Ashen remains of a pubescent character - reusable
0112. Ashen remains of a venerable character - reusable
0113. Ashen remains of a wicker man - reusable
0114. Ashen remains of a young adult - reusable
0115. Ashen remains of an infant - reusable
0116. Axe - reusable
0117. Baby born under duress (such as during the attack of a foe) - reusable
0118. Backpack - reusable
0119. Badger - reusable
0120. Baneberry - expended
0121. Bangs of a maiden when the hair always gets in her face and irritates her - expended
0122. Bark of a beech tree - reusable
0123. Bark of a cherry tree - reusable
Appendix 5: Ingredients

0124. Bark of a cypress tree - reusable

0125. Bark of a daphne shrub - reusable
0126. Bark of a maple tree - reusable
0127. Bark of a pine tree - reusable
0128. Bark of a spruce tree - reusable
0129. Bark of a sycamore tree - reusable
0130. Bark of a tree - reusable
0131. Bark of a tree at least 3d10 feet tall - reusable
0132. Bark of a tree no taller than 1d10 feet - reusable
0133. Bark of a tree that still stands, yet has been dead for 1d10 years - reusable
0134. Bark of a tree that was chopped down by a human boy no older than 1d10 years old - reusable
0135. Bark of a tree with roots thicker than the spellcaster’s wrist 3d10 feet from the tree - reusable
0136. Bark of a walnut tree - reusable
0137. Bark of a willow shrub - reusable
0138. Bark of a yew tree - reusable
0139. Bark of an ash tree - reusable
0140. Bark of an elder tree - reusable
0141. Bark of an oak tree - reusable
0142. Basil - expended
0143. Bat - expended
0144. Beaver - reusable while still alive
0145. Beaver of a beaver - expended
0146. Beehive - reusable
0147. Beer - expended
0148. Beeswax - reusable
0149. Belch that is trapped - expended
0150. Bell - reusable
0151. Belladonna - expended
0152. Bellybutton grime - expended
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0154. Belt - reusable
0155. Belt of a berserker - reusable
0156. Berry - expended
0157. Berry of a belladonna plant - expended
0158. Berry of a daphne shrub - expended
0159. Berry of a mistletoe plant - expended
0160. Berry of a yew tree - expended
0161. Berry of an elder tree - expended
0162. Bile of a bugbear - expended
0163. Bile of a character in old age - expended
0164. Bile of a child - expended
0165. Bile of a dwarf - expended
0166. Bile of a goat - expended
0167. Bile of a human - expended
0168. Bile of a kobold - expended
0169. Bile of a middle-aged character - expended
0170. Bile of a pubescent character - expended
0171. Bile of a troll - expended
0172. Bile of a venerable character - expended
0173. Bile of a young adult - expended
0174. Bile of an anakim - expended

Appendix 5: Ingredients
0175. Bile of an elf - expended
0176. Bile of an infant - expended
0177. Bile of an ogre - expended
0178. Bird that shat on a character within 24 hours - reusable
0179. Birthmark that has been sliced off - expended
0180. Blackberry - expended
0181. Blanket - reusable
0182. Blanket from a whore’s bed - reusable, as often as she is
0183. Blood of a bisexual - expended
0184. Blood of a black sheep - expended
0185. Blood of a bruise - expended
0186. Blood of a bugbear - expended
0187. Blood of a carnivore - expended
0188. Blood of a character in old age - expended
0189. Blood of a child - expended
0190. Blood of a diseased character - expended
0191. Blood of a dragon - expended
0192. Blood of a dwarf - expended
0193. Blood of a female - expended
0194. Blood of a fish - expended
0195. Blood of a frog - expended
0196. Blood of a heterosexual - expended
0197. Blood of a homosexual - expended
0198. Blood of a human - expended
0199. Blood of a humanoid vegetarian - expended
0200. Blood of a jugular vein - expended
0201. Blood of a kobold - expended
0202. Blood of a lycanthrope - expended
0203. Blood of a male - expended
0204. Blood of a mammal - expended

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 0205. Blood of a middle-aged character - expended
0206. Blood of a murderer - expended
0207. Blood of a pregnant female - expended
0208. Blood of a pubescent character - expended
0209. Blood of a snake - expended
0210. Blood of a venerable character - expended
0211. Blood of a young adult - expended
0212. Blood of an anakim - expended
0213. Blood of an egg of a chicken - expended
0214. Blood of an elf - expended
0215. Blood of an herbivore - expended
0216. Blood of an infant - expended
0217. Blood of an ogre - expended
0218. Blood of an omnivore -expended
0219. Blood of an troll - expended
0220. Blood of the broken nose of a bully - expended
0221. Blood of the cheek of a victim of a kitten’s claw - expended
0222. Blood of the wrist of a character committing suicide - expended
0223. Bloodclot - expended
0224. Bloodclot of a menstruating anakim - expended
0225. Bloodclot of a menstruating bugbear - expended
Appendix 5: Ingredients

0226. Bloodclot of a menstruating dwarf - expended

0227. Bloodclot of a menstruating elf - expended
0228. Bloodclot of a menstruating human - expended
0229. Bloodclot of a menstruating kobold - expended
0230. Bloodclot of a menstruating ogre - expended
0231. Bloodclot of a menstruating troll - expended
0232. Bloodstone gemstone - reusable
0233. Bloody brown mouse - reusable for 1 month
0234. Bloody rock - reusable
0235. Bloody stump of a hermaphrodite - reusable for 3 months
0236. Body hair plucked from an area affected by a rash - expended
0237. Book - expended
0238. Book - reusable
0239. Book of topic boring to a boy - reusable
0240. Book stolen from a sage - reusable
0241. Book that has been read by over 50 sentient and literate beings - reusable
0242. Boot - reusable
0243. Bowl - reusable
0244. Bowl filled with blood - bowl is reusable, blood is expended
0245. Bowl of spider soup that is warm - reusable until cold
0246. Bowl that is full and overflowing of jism - expended
0247. Bracelet - reusable
0248. Branch of an ash tree - reusable
0249. Branch of a beech tree - reusable
0250. Branch of a cherry tree - reusable
0251. Branch of a conifer - reusable
0252. Branch of a dead tree - reusable
0253. Branch of a deciduous tree - reusable
0254. Branch of a living tree - reusable
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0256. Branch of a pine tree - reusable
0257. Branch of a spruce tree - reusable
0258. Branch of a sycamore tree - reusable
0259. Branch of a walnut tree - reusable
0260. Branch of a willow tree - reusable
0261. Branch of a yew tree - reusable
0262. Branch of an oak tree - reusable
0263. Branch of an elder tree - reusable
0264. Brass - reusable
0265. Breast-milk of a bitch - expended
0266. Breast-milk of a bugbear - expended
0267. Breast-milk of a character in old age - expended
0268. Breast-milk of a dwarf - expended
0269. Breast-milk of a human - expended
0270. Breast-milk of a kobold - expended
0271. Breast-milk of a middle-aged character - expended
0272. Breast-milk of a pubescent character - expended
0273. Breast-milk of a soothsayer - expended
0274. Breast-milk of a troll - expended
0275. Breast-milk of a venerable character - expended
0276. Breast-milk of a young adult - expended

Appendix 5: Ingredients
0277. Breast-milk of A-cups - expended
0278. Breast-milk of an anakim - expended
0279. Breast-milk of an elf - expended
0280. Breast-milk of an ogre - expended
0281. Breast-milk of B-cups - expended
0282. Breast-milk of breasts larger than D-cups - expended
0283. Breast-milk of breasts smaller than A-cups - expended
0284. Breast-milk of C-cups - expended
0285. Breast-milk of D-cups - expended
0286. Broccoli - expended
0287. Bronze - expended
0288. Bronze - reusable
0289. Brooch - expended
0290. Brooch - reusable
0291. Brooch of a knight - reusable
0292. Broom stick - reusable
0293. Bucket of water from a horse’s trough - expended
0294. Buckle - reusable
0295. Bullion - reusable
0296. Bumblebee - expended
0297. Butter - expended
0298. Butterfly - expended
0299. Cabbage - expended
0300. Callous forged from the heat of furious masturbation - expended
0301. Candle - reusable
0302. Candle of a sorcerer - reusable
0303. Candles that are lit (at least 3d10 of them) - reusable
0304. Cannibalized corpse - reusable
0305. Cap of a destroying angel mushroom - expended
0306. Cap of a magic mushroom - expended

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 0307. Captured queef (vaginal belch) - expended
0308. Carbon steel - expended
0309. Carbon steel - reusable
0310. Carrot - reusable
0311. Caster must be a virgin - expended
0312. Caster must be able to do fractions in Math Intelligence - reusable
0313. Caster must have abstained from all sexual relations for 1 day - reusable
0314. Caster must have abstained from all sexual relations for 1 month - reusable
0315. Caster must have abstained from all sexual relations for 1 week reusable
0316. Caster must have abstained from all sexual relations for 1 year - reusable
0317. Caster must masturbate another character to completion - expended
0318. Caster must masturbate to completion in front of a crowd and enjoy it - expended
0319. Caster must personally hand-tie a poisonous snake into a square knot - reusable
0320. Caster must slit their arms and bleed for their god - reusable until bleeding stops
0321. Caster must somehow dilate their own ass at the moment of casting - expended
0322. Caster’s body must be free of injuries for at least 1 day - reusable
0323. Caster’s body must be free of injuries for at least 1 month - reusable
0324. Caster’s body must be free of injuries for at least 1 week - reusable
0325. Caster’s body must be free of injuries for at least 1 year - reusable
0326. Caster’s hair - expended
0327. Caster’s wildest sexual fantasy written in detail on parchment - reusable
Appendix 5: Ingredients

0328. Cat that is black - reusable

0329. Catapult wheel that is used and intact - reusable
0330. Cat’s Eye gemstone - reusable
0331. Cauldron - reusable
0332. Cauldron filled with body parts - expended (but not the cauldron)
0333. Cauldron filled with body parts from places of execution - expended (but not the cauldron)
0334. Cauldron filled with boiling water - expended (but not the cauldron)
0335. Cauldron filled with dried body parts - expended (but not the cauldron)
0336. Cauldron filled with living victims - expended (but not the cauldron)
0337. Cauldron filled with porridge - expended (but not the cauldron)
0338. Cauldron filled with the blood of foes - expended (but not the cauldron)
0339. Cauldron filled with the broth of humanoids - expended (but not the cauldron)
0340. Caviar - expended
0341. Celery - expended
0342. Centipede - expended
0343. Chain link from a torture rack that broke during interrogation - reusable
0344. Chain link without rust from chainmail - reusable
0345. Chalcedony gemstone - reusable
0346. Chalice - reusable
0347. Chalice filled with blood - blood is expended
0348. Chalk that is red - expended
0349. Chalk that is yellow - expended
0350. Charred remains of a victim of the spell Inferno - reusable
0351. Chastity belt of a woman who mysteriously became pregnant anyway - reusable
0352. Chastity belt once worn by a virgin - reusable
0353. Cheese - expended
0354. Chemise - reusable
0355. Cherry - expended
0356. Chestnut - expended
0357. Child who resulted from an orgy - reusable, just like the mother

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0358. Chunk of rotten meat - expended
0359. Citrine gemstone - reusable
0360. Claw of a dragon - reusable
0361. Cleaver - reusable
0362. Cloak - reusable
0363. Cloth - expended
0364. Cloth - reusable
0365. Clothing of a child - reusable
0366. Club of an ogre - reusable
0367. Coal - expended
0368. Coat of arms of a knight - reusable
0369. Cocoon of a moth - reusable
0370. Coin - reusable
0371. Coin from a dragon’s hoard - reusable
0372. Coin from a dwarven city - reusable
0373. Coin from a subterranean troll palace - reusable
0374. Collarbone of a chandler - expended
0375. Comb of a carpenter - reusable
0376. Concoction made from 1 ounce cheese and 1 ounce butt-sweat - reusable
0377. Condom made from the bladder of a goat - expended
0378. Continual devotion for 1 day to one’s god - reusable while devotion lasts

Appendix 5: Ingredients
0379. Continual devotion for 1 decade to one’s god - reusable while devotion lasts
0380. Continual devotion for 1 month to one’s god - reusable while devotion lasts
0381. Continual devotion for 1 week to one’s god - reusable while devotion lasts
0382. Continual devotion for 1 year to one’s god - reusable while devotion lasts
0383. Continual devotion for 1 year to one’s publicly proclaimed god - reusable while devotion lasts
0384. Copper - expended
0385. Copper - reusable
0386. Coral gemstone - reusable
0387. Corpse - reusable
0388. Corpse of a bird - reusable
0389. Corpse of a boar - reusable
0390. Corpse of a bugbear - reusable
0391. Corpse of a cat - reusable
0392. Corpse of a criminal placed in a barrel with nails and rolled down a hill and into a river - reusable
0393. Corpse of a decapitated chicken - reusable
0394. Corpse of a dog - reusable
0395. Corpse of a dwarf - reusable
0396. Corpse of a human - reusable
0397. Corpse of a kobold - reusable
0398. Corpse of a miscarriage - expended
0399. Corpse of a rat - reusable
0400. Corpse of a squirrel - reusable
0401. Corpse of a troll - reusable
0402. Corpse of an elf - reusable
0403. Corpse of an ogre - reusable
0404. Corpse of the father of the caster’s best friend - reusable
0405. Corpse of the mother of the caster’s best friend - reusable
0406. Corpse that has literally been pounded into dust - reusable
0407. Couple in courtly love - reusable
0408. Cricket - expended

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 0409. Crop stolen from a farmer who couldn’t care less about it - expended
0410. Cross-bar that braces a door - reusable
0411. Crossbow - reusable
0412. Crown of a king - reusable
0413. Crushed spider - expended
0414. Crystal ball - reusable
0415. Cud of a cow - expended
0416. Cup of water filled from a waterfall - expended
0417. Daffodil - expended
0418. Dagger - reusable
0419. Dagger of a daring drunkard - reusable
0420. Dandruff from a girl who has been spanked by her father thrice this week - expended
0421. Dandruff of an anakim - expended
0422. Dead fetus - reusable for 1 week
0423. Decapitated head - reusable
0424. Decapitated head of a bugbear - reusable
0425. Decapitated head of a chicken - reusable
0426. Decapitated head of a dragon - reusable
0427. Decapitated head of a dwarf - reusable
0428. Decapitated head of a female - reusable
0429. Decapitated head of a female young adult with a Facial Charisma greater than 130 - reusable
Appendix 5: Ingredients

0430. Decapitated head of a foe - reusable

0431. Decapitated head of a friend - reusable
0432. Decapitated head of a human - reusable
0433. Decapitated head of a kobold - reusable
0434. Decapitated head of a male - reusable
0435. Decapitated head of a moral character - reusable
0436. Decapitated head of a noble character - reusable
0437. Decapitated head of a peasant - reusable
0438. Decapitated head of a public executioner, decapitated with his own axe - reusable
0439. Decapitated head of a royal character - reusable
0440. Decapitated head of a serf - reusable
0441. Decapitated head of a slave - reusable
0442. Decapitated head of a troll - reusable
0443. Decapitated head of a wolf - reusable
0444. Decapitated head of an anakim - reusable
0445. Decapitated head of an elf - reusable
0446. Decapitated head of an ogre - reusable
0447. Decapitated head that is ugly enough to make 9 out of 10 little children cry - reusable
0448. Decapitated head whose mouth is filled with the dung of the caster - reusable
0449. Diamond gemstone - reusable
0450. Digit of the caster - reusable for 1 month
0451. Dildo - reusable
0452. Dirk - reusable
0453. Dirt - expended
0454. Dirt of 10 fingernails from 10 characters - expended
0455. Dirt of a garden - reusable
0456. Dirt of a subterranean cavern - expended
0457. Dirt of the ground on which a cacodaemon (demon) walked - expended
0458. Dirt of the ground on which a eudaemon (angel) walked - expended
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0460. Dirt that is dry and brown - expended
0461. Dirt that is dry and reddish - expended
0462. Dirt that is moist and dark - expended
0463. Disembodied soul - expended
0464. Disembodied soul - reusable
0465. Dismembered 7th vertebrae of a 7th son - reusable
0466. Dismembered and fractured femur bone of an anakim - reusable for 2 years
0467. Dismembered arm of a bugbear - reusable
0468. Dismembered arm of a dwarf - reusable
0469. Dismembered arm of a human - reusable
0470. Dismembered arm of a kobold - reusable
0471. Dismembered arm of a noble character - reusable
0472. Dismembered arm of a peasant - reusable
0473. Dismembered arm of a royal character - reusable
0474. Dismembered arm of a serf - reusable
0475. Dismembered arm of a slave - reusable
0476. Dismembered arm of a troll - reusable
0477. Dismembered arm of an anakim - reusable
0478. Dismembered arm of an elf - reusable
0479. Dismembered arm of an ogre - reusable
0480. Dismembered arm with a compound fracture - reusable for 3 months

Appendix 5: Ingredients
0481. Dismembered beard of a dwarf - expended
0482. Dismembered bicep of a warrior - expended
0483. Dismembered big toe - reusable
0484. Dismembered big toe of a bugbear - expended
0485. Dismembered big toe of a dwarf - expended
0486. Dismembered big toe of a human - expended
0487. Dismembered big toe of a kobold - expended
0488. Dismembered big toe of a troll - expended
0489. Dismembered big toe of an anakim - expended
0490. Dismembered big toe of an elf - expended
0491. Dismembered big toe of an ogre - expended
0492. Dismembered body, hacked into 69 pieces - expended
0493. Dismembered bone - reusable
0494. Dismembered bone marrow - expended
0495. Dismembered bone of a bugbear - reusable
0496. Dismembered bone of a chicken - reusable
0497. Dismembered bone of a dwarf - reusable
0498. Dismembered bone of a human - reusable
0499. Dismembered bone of a kobold - reusable
0500. Dismembered bone of a noble character - reusable
0501. Dismembered bone of a peasant - reusable
0502. Dismembered bone of a royal character - reusable
0503. Dismembered bone of a serf - reusable
0504. Dismembered bone of a slave - reusable
0505. Dismembered bone of a troll - reusable
0506. Dismembered bone of an anakim - reusable
0507. Dismembered bone of an elf - reusable
0508. Dismembered bone of an ogre - reusable
0509. Dismembered brain - expended
0510. Dismembered brain of a bugbear - expended

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 0511. Dismembered brain of a dwarf - expended
0512. Dismembered brain of a human - expended
0513. Dismembered brain of a kobold - expended
0514. Dismembered brain of a ogre - expended
0515. Dismembered brain of a noble character - expended
0516. Dismembered brain of a peasant - expended
0517. Dismembered brain of a philosopher - expended
0518. Dismembered brain of a royal character - expended
0519. Dismembered brain of a serf - expended
0520. Dismembered brain of a slave - expended
0521. Dismembered brain of a troll - expended
0522. Dismembered brain of an anakim - expended
0523. Dismembered brain of an elf - expended
0524. Dismembered brain of an ogre - expended
0525. Dismembered brain that is still wet - expended
0526. Dismembered breast of a whore - expended
0527. Dismembered calf - expended
0528. Dismembered cheek - expended
0529. Dismembered clitoris - expended
0530. Dismembered clitoris of a bugbear - expended
0531. Dismembered clitoris of a dwarf - expended
Appendix 5: Ingredients

0532. Dismembered clitoris of a human - expended

0533. Dismembered clitoris of a kobold - expended
0534. Dismembered clitoris of a noble character - expended
0535. Dismembered clitoris of a peasant - expended
0536. Dismembered clitoris of a royal character - expended
0537. Dismembered clitoris of a serf - expended
0538. Dismembered clitoris of a slave - expended
0539. Dismembered clitoris of a troll - expended
0540. Dismembered clitoris of an anakim - expended
0541. Dismembered clitoris of an elf - expended
0542. Dismembered clitoris of an ogre - expended
0543. Dismembered ear - reusable
0544. Dismembered ear of a bugbear - expended
0545. Dismembered ear of a deaf character - expended
0546. Dismembered ear of a dwarf - expended
0547. Dismembered ear of a human - expended
0548. Dismembered ear of a kobold - expended
0549. Dismembered ear of a troll - expended
0550. Dismembered ear of an anakim - expended
0551. Dismembered ear of an elf - expended
0552. Dismembered ear of an ogre - expended
0553. Dismembered elbow of a bugbear - reusable
0554. Dismembered elbow of a dwarf - reusable
0555. Dismembered elbow of a human - reusable
0556. Dismembered elbow of a kobold - reusable
0557. Dismembered elbow of a troll - reusable
0558. Dismembered elbow of an anakim - reusable
0559. Dismembered elbow of an elf - reusable
0560. Dismembered elbow of an ogre - reusable
0561. Dismembered eyeball - expended

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0562. Dismembered eyeball of a blind character - expended
0563. Dismembered eyeball of a bugbear - expended
0564. Dismembered eyeball of a dwarf - expended
0565. Dismembered eyeball of a female in heat - expended
0566. Dismembered eyeball of a human - expended
0567. Dismembered eyeball of a kobold - expended
0568. Dismembered eyeball of a seeing-eye dog - expended
0569. Dismembered eyeball of a troll - expended
0570. Dismembered eyeball of an anakim - expended
0571. Dismembered eyeball of an eagle - expended
0572. Dismembered eyeball of an elf - expended
0573. Dismembered eyeball of an enameler - expended
0574. Dismembered eyeball of an ogre - expended
0575. Dismembered eyeball that was abacinated (burned with a heated poker) - expended
0576. Dismembered fang - reusable
0577. Dismembered fang of a serpent - reusable
0578. Dismembered femur - reusable
0579. Dismembered femur from a forester - reusable
0580. Dismembered femur of a bugbear - reusable
0581. Dismembered femur of a dwarf - reusable
0582. Dismembered femur of a human - reusable

Appendix 5: Ingredients
0583. Dismembered femur of a kobold - reusable
0584. Dismembered femur of a troll - reusable
0585. Dismembered femur of an anakim - reusable
0586. Dismembered femur of an elf - reusable
0587. Dismembered femur of an ogre - reusable
0588. Dismembered fibula from a flirtatious woman who is fat but also flat-chested - expended
0589. Dismembered finger - reusable
0590. Dismembered finger of a bugbear - reusable
0591. Dismembered finger of a dwarf - reusable
0592. Dismembered finger of a fletcher - expended
0593. Dismembered finger of a human - reusable
0594. Dismembered finger of a kobold - reusable
0595. Dismembered finger of a noble character - expended
0596. Dismembered finger of a peasant - expended
0597. Dismembered finger of a royal character - expended
0598. Dismembered finger of a serf - expended
0599. Dismembered finger of a slave - expended
0600. Dismembered finger of a troll - reusable
0601. Dismembered finger of an anakim - reusable
0602. Dismembered finger of an elf - reusable
0603. Dismembered finger of an ogre - reusable
0604. Dismembered fingernail - expended
0605. Dismembered fingernail of a bard - expended
0606. Dismembered fingernail of a bugbear - expended
0607. Dismembered fingernail of a dwarf - expended
0608. Dismembered fingernail of a human - expended
0609. Dismembered fingernail of a kobold - expended
0610. Dismembered fingernail of a troll - expended
0611. Dismembered fingernail of an anakim - expended
0612. Dismembered fingernail of an elf - expended

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 0613. Dismembered fingernail of an ogre - expended
0614. Dismembered fingernail of the left hand of a virginal maiden - reusable for 6 months
0615. Dismembered fingernail of the middle finger of a woman who fingers herself - reusable
0616. Dismembered fingers of a blind character - expended
0617. Dismembered foot - reusable
0618. Dismembered foot of a bugbear - reusable
0619. Dismembered foot of a dwarf - reusable
0620. Dismembered foot of a human - reusable
0621. Dismembered foot of a kobold - reusable
0622. Dismembered foot of a runaway slave - reusable
0623. Dismembered foot of a troll - reusable
0624. Dismembered foot of an anakim - reusable
0625. Dismembered foot of an elf - reusable
0626. Dismembered foot of an ogre - reusable
0627. Dismembered forearm - expended
0628. Dismembered forearm of a bugbear - expended
0629. Dismembered forearm of a dwarf - expended
0630. Dismembered forearm of a human - expended
0631. Dismembered forearm of a kobold - expended
0632. Dismembered forearm of a troll - expended
0633. Dismembered forearm of an anakim - expended
Appendix 5: Ingredients

0634. Dismembered forearm of an elf - expended

0635. Dismembered forearm of an ogre - expended
0636. Dismembered hair - expended
0637. Dismembered hair of a dog sleeping by the bed of its master - expended
0638. Dismembered hair of a flea-infested armpit - expended
0639. Dismembered hair of a griffon - expended
0640. Dismembered hair of a rump - expended
0641. Dismembered hair of a wolf ’s belly - expended
0642. Dismembered hair of a woman who caused 20 males to smile widely in the last hour - expended
0643. Dismembered hair of a woman whose crotch may be smelled 5 feet away - expended
0644. Dismembered hair of an adult whose body odor may be smelled 5 feet away - expended
0645. Dismembered hair of an armpit - expended
0646. Dismembered hair of an athletic child-abuser - reusable for 1 week
0647. Dismembered hair of an executed criminal who was later known to be innocent - expended
0648. Dismembered hair of the back of a neck - expended
0649. Dismembered hair of the caster - expended
0650. Dismembered hair that is white and of a sage - expended
0651. Dismembered hamstring of a bounty hunter - reusable for 2 months
0652. Dismembered hand of a brat who refuses to eat their porridge - reusable for 1 month
0653. Dismembered hand that has been flattened with a loving hammer of justice - reusable
0654. Dismembered heart - expended
0655. Dismembered heart of a bugbear - expended
0656. Dismembered heart of a dwarf - expended
0657. Dismembered heart of a human - expended
0658. Dismembered heart of a knight - expended
0659. Dismembered heart of a kobold - expended
0660. Dismembered heart of a murderer - expended
0661. Dismembered heart of a troll - expended
0662. Dismembered heart of an anakim - expended
0663. Dismembered heart of an elf - expended

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0664. Dismembered heart of an innocent child - expended
0665. Dismembered heart of an ogre - expended
0666. Dismembered hip - reusable
0667. Dismembered hoof - reusable
0668. Dismembered hoof of a centaur - reusable
0669. Dismembered hoof of a horse - reusable
0670. Dismembered hump of a camel - expended
0671. Dismembered hymen - expended
0672. Dismembered hymen of a giant - expended
0673. Dismembered hymen of a hare - expended
0674. Dismembered hymen of a whore - expended
0675. Dismembered intestine - expended
0676. Dismembered intestine of a bugbear - expended
0677. Dismembered intestine of a dwarf - expended
0678. Dismembered intestine of a human - expended
0679. Dismembered intestine of a kobold - expended
0680. Dismembered intestine of a troll - expended
0681. Dismembered intestine of an anakim - expended
0682. Dismembered intestine of an elf - expended
0683. Dismembered intestine of an interpreter - expended
0684. Dismembered intestine of an ogre - expended

Appendix 5: Ingredients
0685. Dismembered jawbone - reusable
0686. Dismembered jawbone of a bugbear - reusable
0687. Dismembered jawbone of a dwarf - reusable
0688. Dismembered jawbone of a fetal pig - reusable for 6 months
0689. Dismembered jawbone of a human - reusable
0690. Dismembered jawbone of a kobold - reusable
0691. Dismembered jawbone of a troll - reusable
0692. Dismembered jawbone of an anakim - reusable
0693. Dismembered jawbone of an elf - reusable
0694. Dismembered jawbone of an ogre - reusable
0695. Dismembered kidney - expended
0696. Dismembered kidney of a bugbear - expended
0697. Dismembered kidney of a dwarf - expended
0698. Dismembered kidney of a human - expended
0699. Dismembered kidney of a kobold - expended
0700. Dismembered kidney of a troll - expended
0701. Dismembered kidney of an anakim - expended
0702. Dismembered kidney of an elf - expended
0703. Dismembered kidney of an ogre - expended
0704. Dismembered kneebone - reusable
0705. Dismembered kneebone of a bugbear - reusable
0706. Dismembered kneebone of a dwarf - reusable
0707. Dismembered kneebone of a human - reusable
0708. Dismembered kneebone of a kobold - reusable
0709. Dismembered kneebone of a troll - reusable
0710. Dismembered kneebone of an anakim - reusable
0711. Dismembered kneebone of an elf - reusable
0712. Dismembered kneebone of an ogre - reusable
0713. Dismembered knuckle - reusable
0714. Dismembered knuckle of a bugbear - reusable

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 0715. Dismembered knuckle of a dwarf - reusable
0716. Dismembered knuckle of a gambler - reusable
0717. Dismembered knuckle of a human - reusable
0718. Dismembered knuckle of a kobold - reusable
0719. Dismembered knuckle of a troll - reusable
0720. Dismembered knuckle of an anakim - reusable
0721. Dismembered knuckle of an elf - reusable
0722. Dismembered knuckle of an ogre - reusable
0723. Dismembered labia - reusable
0724. Dismembered labia of a bugbear - reusable
0725. Dismembered labia of a dwarf - reusable
0726. Dismembered labia of a human - reusable
0727. Dismembered labia of a kobold - reusable
0728. Dismembered labia of a noble character - reusable
0729. Dismembered labia of a peasant - reusable
0730. Dismembered labia of a royal character - reusable
0731. Dismembered labia of a serf - reusable
0732. Dismembered labia of a slave - reusable
0733. Dismembered labia of a troll - reusable
0734. Dismembered labia of an anakim - reusable
0735. Dismembered labia of an elf - reusable
Appendix 5: Ingredients

0736. Dismembered labia of an ogre - reusable

0737. Dismembered large intestine - expended
0738. Dismembered larynx of a loud-mouth - reusable for 1 week
0739. Dismembered leg - expended
0740. Dismembered leg of a bugbear - expended
0741. Dismembered leg of a dwarf - expended
0742. Dismembered leg of a elf - expended
0743. Dismembered leg of a frog - expended
0744. Dismembered leg of a human - expended
0745. Dismembered leg of a kobold - expended
0746. Dismembered leg of a noble character - expended
0747. Dismembered leg of a peasant - expended
0748. Dismembered leg of a royal character - expended
0749. Dismembered leg of a serf - expended
0750. Dismembered leg of a slave - expended
0751. Dismembered leg of a troll - expended
0752. Dismembered leg of an anakim - expended
0753. Dismembered leg of an ogre - expended
0754. Dismembered limb - reusable
0755. Dismembered limb of a bugbear - reusable
0756. Dismembered limb of a dwarf - reusable
0757. Dismembered limb of a human - reusable
0758. Dismembered limb of a kobold - reusable
0759. Dismembered limb of a noble character - reusable
0760. Dismembered limb of a peasant - reusable
0761. Dismembered limb of a royal character - reusable
0762. Dismembered limb of a serf - reusable
0763. Dismembered limb of a slave - reusable
0764. Dismembered limb of a troll - reusable
0765. Dismembered limb of an anakim - reusable

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0766. Dismembered limb of an elf - reusable
0767. Dismembered limb of an ogre - reusable
0768. Dismembered liver - expended
0769. Dismembered liver of a bugbear - expended
0770. Dismembered liver of a dwarf - expended
0771. Dismembered liver of a human - expended
0772. Dismembered liver of a kobold - expended
0773. Dismembered liver of a troll - expended
0774. Dismembered liver of an anakim - expended
0775. Dismembered liver of an elf - expended
0776. Dismembered liver of an ogre - expended
0777. Dismembered lung - expended
0778. Dismembered lung of a bugbear - expended
0779. Dismembered lung of a dwarf - expended
0780. Dismembered lung of a human - expended
0781. Dismembered lung of a kobold - expended
0782. Dismembered lung of a noble character - expended
0783. Dismembered lung of a peasant - expended
0784. Dismembered lung of a royal character - expended
0785. Dismembered lung of a serf - expended
0786. Dismembered lung of a slave - expended

Appendix 5: Ingredients
0787. Dismembered lung of a troll - expended
0788. Dismembered lung of an anakim - expended
0789. Dismembered lung of an elf - expended
0790. Dismembered lung of an ogre - expended
0791. Dismembered Manhood - expended
0792. Dismembered Manhood of a bugbear - expended
0793. Dismembered Manhood of a dwarf - expended
0794. Dismembered Manhood of a human - expended
0795. Dismembered Manhood of a kobold - expended
0796. Dismembered Manhood of a noble character - expended
0797. Dismembered Manhood of a peasant - expended
0798. Dismembered Manhood of a royal character - expended
0799. Dismembered Manhood of a serf - expended
0800. Dismembered Manhood of a slave - expended
0801. Dismembered Manhood of a troll - expended
0802. Dismembered Manhood of an adulterer - expended
0803. Dismembered Manhood of an anakim - expended
0804. Dismembered Manhood of an elf - expended
0805. Dismembered Manhood of an impotent male - expended
0806. Dismembered Manhood of an ogre - expended
0807. Dismembered Manhood that has been drained of blood by a leech - expended
0808. Dismembered marrow of a bisexual - expended
0809. Dismembered marrow of a carnivore - expended
0810. Dismembered marrow of a corpse that will be found tomorrow - expended
0811. Dismembered marrow of a heterosexual - expended
0812. Dismembered marrow of a homosexual - expended
0813. Dismembered marrow of a humanoid vegetarian - expended
0814. Dismembered marrow of a mermaid - expended
0815. Dismembered marrow of a mindless man - expended
0816. Dismembered marrow of an herbivore - expended

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 0817. Dismembered marrow of an omnivore - expended
0818. Dismembered mouth with an inserted pear (see Torture Devices in Chap. 9: Equipment) - reusable
0819. Dismembered nipple - expended
0820. Dismembered nipple of a good-for-nothing character - expended
0821. Dismembered nipples, 12 in a jar - reusable for 1 year if stored in wine and sealed properly
0822. Dismembered nose - expended
0823. Dismembered nose of a bugbear - expended
0824. Dismembered nose of a dwarf - expended
0825. Dismembered nose of a human - expended
0826. Dismembered nose of a kobold - expended
0827. Dismembered nose of a noble character - expended
0828. Dismembered nose of a peasant - expended
0829. Dismembered nose of a royal character - expended
0830. Dismembered nose of a serf - expended
0831. Dismembered nose of a slave - expended
0832. Dismembered nose of a troll - expended
0833. Dismembered nose of an anakim - expended
0834. Dismembered nose of an elf - expended
0835. Dismembered nose of an ogre - expended
0836. Dismembered ovary - expended
0837. Dismembered ovary of a bugbear - expended
Appendix 5: Ingredients

0838. Dismembered ovary of a dwarf - expended

0839. Dismembered ovary of a human - expended
0840. Dismembered ovary of a kobold - expended
0841. Dismembered ovary of a noble character - expended
0842. Dismembered ovary of a peasant - expended
0843. Dismembered ovary of a royal character - expended
0844. Dismembered ovary of a serf - expended
0845. Dismembered ovary of a slave - expended
0846. Dismembered ovary of a troll - expended
0847. Dismembered ovary of an adultress - expended
0848. Dismembered ovary of an anakim - expended
0849. Dismembered ovary of an elf - expended
0850. Dismembered ovary of an ogre - expended
0851. Dismembered part of a wing of a dragon - reusable
0852. Dismembered paw - reusable
0853. Dismembered paw of a frothing wolf - reusable
0854. Dismembered pupoof (bugbear Manhood) - expended
0855. Dismembered rib - expended
0856. Dismembered rib of a bugbear - expended
0857. Dismembered rib of a dwarf - expended
0858. Dismembered rib of a human - expended
0859. Dismembered rib of a kobold - expended
0860. Dismembered rib of a noble character - expended
0861. Dismembered rib of a peasant - expended
0862. Dismembered rib of a royal character - expended
0863. Dismembered rib of a serf - expended
0864. Dismembered rib of a slave - expended
0865. Dismembered rib of a troll - expended
0866. Dismembered rib of an anakim - expended
0867. Dismembered rib of an elf - expended

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0868. Dismembered rib of an ogre - expended
0869. Dismembered scapula - expended
0870. Dismembered shin - expended
0871. Dismembered shoulder socket - expended
0872. Dismembered skin of a character with scabies (1 square inch) - expended
0873. Dismembered skin of a slovenly slut who was suplexed onto a stone - expended
0874. Dismembered skin of an anakim - expended
0875. Dismembered skin of an infant born less than 1 hour ago - expended
0876. Dismembered small intestine - expended
0877. Dismembered spine - expended
0878. Dismembered spine of a bugbear - expended
0879. Dismembered spine of a dwarf - expended
0880. Dismembered spine of a human - expended
0881. Dismembered spine of a kobold - expended
0882. Dismembered spine of a noble character - expended
0883. Dismembered spine of a peasant - expended
0884. Dismembered spine of a royal character - expended
0885. Dismembered spine of a serf - expended
0886. Dismembered spine of a slave - expended
0887. Dismembered spine of a troll - expended
0888. Dismembered spine of an anakim - expended

Appendix 5: Ingredients
0889. Dismembered spine of an elf - expended
0890. Dismembered spine of an ogre - expended
0891. Dismembered stomach of a bugbear - expended
0892. Dismembered stomach of a dwarf - expended
0893. Dismembered stomach of a floating corpse - reusable for 1 month
0894. Dismembered stomach of a human - expended
0895. Dismembered stomach of a kobold - expended
0896. Dismembered stomach of a noble character - expended
0897. Dismembered stomach of a peasant - expended
0898. Dismembered stomach of a royal character - expended
0899. Dismembered stomach of a serf - expended
0900. Dismembered stomach of a slave - expended
0901. Dismembered stomach of a troll - expended
0902. Dismembered stomach of an anakim - expended
0903. Dismembered stomach of an elf - expended
0904. Dismembered stomach of an ogre - expended
0905. Dismembered tail - reusable
0906. Dismembered tail of a horse - reusable
0907. Dismembered tail of an anakim - reusable
0908. Dismembered talon - expended
0909. Dismembered talon of a eagle - expended
0910. Dismembered talon of a falcon - expended
0911. Dismembered testicle - expended
0912. Dismembered testicle of a bugbear - expended
0913. Dismembered testicle of a diseased slaveboy - expended
0914. Dismembered testicle of a dog - expended
0915. Dismembered testicle of a dwarf - expended
0916. Dismembered testicle of a goat - expended
0917. Dismembered testicle of a human - expended
0918. Dismembered testicle of a kobold - expended

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 0919. Dismembered testicle of a noble character - expended
0920. Dismembered testicle of a peasant - expended
0921. Dismembered testicle of a royal character - expended
0922. Dismembered testicle of a serf - expended
0923. Dismembered testicle of a slave - expended
0924. Dismembered testicle of a troll - expended
0925. Dismembered testicle of an anakim - expended
0926. Dismembered testicle of an elf - expended
0927. Dismembered testicle of an ogre - expended
0928. Dismembered testicle that is naturally hairless - expended
0929. Dismembered thigh - expended
0930. Dismembered thigh of a bugbear - expended
0931. Dismembered thigh of a dwarf - expended
0932. Dismembered thigh of a elf - expended
0933. Dismembered thigh of a human - expended
0934. Dismembered thigh of a kobold - expended
0935. Dismembered thigh of a noble character - expended
0936. Dismembered thigh of a peasant - expended
0937. Dismembered thigh of a royal character - expended
0938. Dismembered thigh of a serf - expended
0939. Dismembered thigh of a slave - expended
Appendix 5: Ingredients

0940. Dismembered thigh of a troll - expended

0941. Dismembered thigh of an anakim - expended
0942. Dismembered thigh of an ogre - expended
0943. Dismembered thumb - reusable
0944. Dismembered thumb of a bugbear - reusable
0945. Dismembered thumb of a dwarf - reusable
0946. Dismembered thumb of a human - reusable
0947. Dismembered thumb of a kobold - reusable
0948. Dismembered thumb of a noble character - reusable
0949. Dismembered thumb of a peasant - reusable
0950. Dismembered thumb of a royal character - reusable
0951. Dismembered thumb of a serf - reusable
0952. Dismembered thumb of a slave - reusable
0953. Dismembered thumb of a thief - reusable
0954. Dismembered thumb of a troll - reusable
0955. Dismembered thumb of a wench - reusable
0956. Dismembered thumb of an anakim - reusable
0957. Dismembered thumb of an elf - reusable
0958. Dismembered thumb of an ogre - reusable
0959. Dismembered thyroid of an ogre - expended
0960. Dismembered toe - expended
0961. Dismembered toe of a bugbear - expended
0962. Dismembered toe of a dwarf - expended
0963. Dismembered toe of a human - expended
0964. Dismembered toe of a kobold - expended
0965. Dismembered toe of a noble character - expended
0966. Dismembered toe of a peasant - expended
0967. Dismembered toe of a royal character - expended
0968. Dismembered toe of a serf - expended
0969. Dismembered toe of a slave - expended

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0970. Dismembered toe of a troll - expended
0971. Dismembered toe of an anakim - expended
0972. Dismembered toe of an elf - expended
0973. Dismembered toe of an ogre - expended
0974. Dismembered toenail of a bugbear - expended
0975. Dismembered toenail of a dwarf - expended
0976. Dismembered toenail of a human - expended
0977. Dismembered toenail of a kobold - expended
0978. Dismembered toenail of a noble character - expended
0979. Dismembered toenail of a peasant - expended
0980. Dismembered toenail of a royal character - expended
0981. Dismembered toenail of a serf - expended
0982. Dismembered toenail of a slave - expended
0983. Dismembered toenail of a troll - expended
0984. Dismembered toenail of an anakim - expended
0985. Dismembered toenail of an elf - expended
0986. Dismembered toenail of any ogre - expended
0987. Dismembered tongue - expended
0988. Dismembered tongue of a braggart - expended
0989. Dismembered tongue of a bugbear - expended
0990. Dismembered tongue of a cow - expended

Appendix 5: Ingredients
0991. Dismembered tongue of a dove - expended
0992. Dismembered tongue of a dwarf - expended
0993. Dismembered tongue of a human - expended
0994. Dismembered tongue of a kobold - expended
0995. Dismembered tongue of a mouthy character - expended
0996. Dismembered tongue of a noble character - expended
0997. Dismembered tongue of a peasant - expended
0998. Dismembered tongue of a royal character - expended
0999. Dismembered tongue of a serf - expended
1000. Dismembered tongue of a slave - expended
1001. Dismembered tongue of a troll - expended
1002. Dismembered tongue of a woman who fantasizes about small Manhoods - reusable for 1 week
1003. Dismembered tongue of an anakim - expended
1004. Dismembered tongue of an elf - expended
1005. Dismembered tongue of an ogre - expended
1006. Dismembered tooth - reusable
1007. Dismembered tooth kicked out of the last female who refused the caster - reusable
1008. Dismembered tooth of a bugbear - reusable
1009. Dismembered tooth of a dwarf - reusable
1010. Dismembered tooth of a human - reusable
1011. Dismembered tooth of a kobold - reusable
1012. Dismembered tooth of a royal food-taster (cup bearer) - reusable
1013. Dismembered tooth of a tailor with a temper - reusable
1014. Dismembered tooth of a troll - reusable
1015. Dismembered tooth of an anakim - reusable
1016. Dismembered tooth of an elf - reusable
1017. Dismembered tooth of an ogre - reusable
1018. Dismembered tooth that is a molar - reusable
1019. Dismembered tooth that is black - reusable
1020. Dismembered tooth that is rotten - reusable

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 1021. Dismembered tooth that is yellow - reusable
1022. Dismembered torso - reusable
1023. Dismembered torso of a bugbear - reusable
1024. Dismembered torso of a criminal who has been drawn and quartered - reusable
1025. Dismembered torso of a dwarf - reusable
1026. Dismembered torso of a human - reusable
1027. Dismembered torso of a kobold - reusable
1028. Dismembered torso of a troll - reusable
1029. Dismembered torso of an anakim - reusable
1030. Dismembered torso of an elf - reusable
1031. Dismembered torso of an ogre - reusable
1032. Dismembered triceps - expended
1033. Dismembered vagina of a venerable virgin - reusable
1034. Dismembered veins of a fat character’s leg - reusable for 1 week
1035. Dismembered vertebrae of a bugbear - expended
1036. Dismembered vertebrae of a dwarf - expended
1037. Dismembered vertebrae of a human - expended
1038. Dismembered vertebrae of a kobold - expended
1039. Dismembered vertebrae of a noble character - expended
1040. Dismembered vertebrae of a peasant - expended
1041. Dismembered vertebrae of a royal character - expended
Appendix 5: Ingredients

1042. Dismembered vertebrae of a serf - expended

1043. Dismembered vertebrae of a slave - expended
1044. Dismembered vertebrae of a troll - expended
1045. Dismembered vertebrae of an anakim - expended
1046. Dismembered vertebrae of an elf - expended
1047. Dismembered vertebrae of an ogre - expended
1048. Dismembered vocal chords of a wolf - reusable for 3 months
1049. Dismembered voicebox of a back-talking whore - reusable for 1 week
1050. Dismembered voicebox of a habitual strangler - reusable for 1 week
1051. Dismembered wings - expended
1052. Dismembered wings of a bat - expended
1053. Dismembered wings of a succubus - reusable
1054. Dismembered wings of an anakim - expended
1055. Dismembered wings of an incubus - reusable
1056. Dismembered wings of any bird - expended
1057. Dismembered wisdom tooth - reusable
1058. Dismembered wishbone - reusable for 1 year unless broken
1059. Dismembered womb - expended
1060. Dismembered womb of a bugbear - expended
1061. Dismembered womb of a dwarf - expended
1062. Dismembered womb of a human - expended
1063. Dismembered womb of a kobold - expended
1064. Dismembered womb of a troll - expended
1065. Dismembered womb of an anakim - expended
1066. Dismembered womb of an elf - expended
1067. Dismembered womb of an ogre - expended
1068. Dismembered wrist bones of an elderly weaver - expended
1069. Dog that has run away from home 1d10 times - reusable while alive
1070. Dress of a dumb damsel - reusable
1071. Dung of a bat - expended

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1072. Dung of a bird that shat on a character’s shoulder - expended
1073. Dung of a bisexual - expended
1074. Dung of a bugbear - expended
1075. Dung of a carnivore - expended
1076. Dung of a castrated male - expended
1077. Dung of a cat - expended
1078. Dung of a character who has larger genitals than the spellcaster - expended
1079. Dung of a character who has smaller genitals than the spellcaster - expended
1080. Dung of a decorticated creature - expended
1081. Dung of a dog - expended
1082. Dung of a dwarf - expended
1083. Dung of a father who values the life of his child more than his own - expended
1084. Dung of a heterosexual - expended
1085. Dung of a homosexual - expended
1086. Dung of a horse that has been freshly regurgitated - expended
1087. Dung of a human - expended
1088. Dung of a humanoid vegetarian - expended
1089. Dung of a kobold - expended
1090. Dung of a mother who values the life of her child more than heir own - expended
1091. Dung of a pregnant female - expended
1092. Dung of a priest - expended

Appendix 5: Ingredients
1093. Dung of a slave who has pleasured their master - expended
1094. Dung of a spayed female - expended
1095. Dung of a troll - expended
1096. Dung of a wolf - expended
1097. Dung of an anakim - expended
1098. Dung of an elf - expended
1099. Dung of an herbivore - expended
1100. Dung of an ogre - expended
1101. Dung of an omnivore - expended
1102. Dung of the caster’s last sodomy victim - reusable for 3 weeks
1103. Dung remaining on an arm after full insertion into the ass of an ass - reusable for 1 day
1104. Dung that dried on the bottom of a sandle, shoe, or boot - expended
1105. Dung that is fresh, wet, and slimy - expended
1106. Dung that is green and of a baby - expended
1107. Dung that is old and dried - expended
1108. Dye - expended
1109. Earwax - reusable
1110. Earwax of a drunk bear that currently has diarrhea - expended
1111. Earwax of a stray dog - expended
1112. Eel - reusable
1113. Eel with rigor mortis - reusable for 1 week
1114. Egg - reusable
1115. Egg of a chicken that is unhatched - expended
1116. Egg of a dragon that is unhatched - expended
1117. Egg of a lesbian - expended
1118. Egg of an endangered bird - expended
1119. Egg with 2 yolks - expended
1120. Egg with 3 yolks - expended
1121. Emerald gemstone - reusable
1122. Ergot fungus - expended

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 1123. Exact intended spell effect must be written on parchment - reusable
1124. Eyebrow hair of a character who seems to have 1 large eyebrow instead of 2 - reusable
1125. Eyelashes - expended
1126. Eyelashes of a maiden - expended
1127. Familiar - reusable
1128. Familiar of a warlock - reusable
1129. Familiar of a witch - reusable
1130. Fart gas that is trapped - expended
1131. Feather - expended
1132. Feather - reusable
1133. Feather dipped in fresh vaginal blood - expended
1134. Feather dipped in menstrual blood - expended
1135. Feather dipped in milk of a maddened mother - expended
1136. Feather dipped in semen of a druid - expended
1137. Feather dipped in snot of an ogre - expended
1138. Feather dipped in tar - expended
1139. Feather dipped in virginal blood - expended
1140. Feather of a bird that was chopped in half - expended
1141. Feather that has been dipped in ink and used to write a love poem - expended
1142. Feather used by an advisor to any king in a kinky sexual act - expended
1143. Fennel - expended
Appendix 5: Ingredients

1144. Fetus that is alive - expended

1145. Fig - expended
1146. Figurine - expended
1147. Figurine - reusable
1148. Fire - expended
1149. Fire from a forge - reusable
1150. Fire Opal gemstone - reusable
1151. Firefly - expended
1152. Fish from a lake - expended
1153. Fish from a river - expended
1154. Fish from the ocean - expended
1155. Fish from the sea - expended
1156. Fish that was hooked - expended
1157. Flail - reusable
1158. Flask - reusable
1159. Flax - expended
1160. Flint - reusable
1161. Flute - reusable
1162. Flute made of silver - reusable
1163. Flute made of wood by a human - reusable
1164. Flute made of wood by an elf - reusable
1165. Fly - expended
1166. Food served to a baron that he did not eat - expended
1167. Food served to a baroness that she did not eat - expended
1168. Food served to a chieftain that he did not eat - expended
1169. Food served to a duchess that she did not eat - expended
1170. Food served to a duke that he did not eat - expended
1171. Food served to a king that he did not eat - expended
1172. Food served to a lady that she did not eat - expended
1173. Food served to a lord that he did not eat - expended

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1174. Food served to a prince that he did not eat - expended
1175. Food served to a princess that she did not eat - expended
1176. Food served to a queen that she did not eat - expended
1177. Frankincense - expended
1178. Freckles that have been scraped from a fisherman - expended
1179. Frost from the eyebrow of a recently killed soldier - expended
1180. Fungi - expended
1181. Fur from a brown bear - reusable
1182. Fur from a polar bear - reusable
1183. Fur from a wolverine - reusable
1184. Gangrene - reusable while its victim lives
1185. Gargling with cum for the duration of the spell - expended
1186. Garlic - reusable
1187. Garment from a corpse - reusable
1188. Garter from a gluttonous grocer - expended
1189. Gemstone from the purse of a thief - reusable
1190. Gemstone that has been worn in the concave chest of a freak for 1 month - reusable
1191. Gemstone worth at least 1 g.p. - expended
1192. Gemstone worth at least 1 g.p. - reusable
1193. Gemstone worth at least 100 g.p. - expended
1194. Gemstone worth at least 100 g.p. - reusable

Appendix 5: Ingredients
1195. Gemstone worth at least 5 s.p. - expended
1196. Gemstone worth at least 5 s.p. - reusable
1197. Gemstone worth at least 50 g.p. - expended
1198. Gemstone worth at least 50 g.p. - reusable
1199. Girdle - reusable
1200. Girdle of a ‘but-her-face’ wench (see the Facial Charisma table in Chap. 3: Abilities) - reusable
1201. Glass - reusable
1202. Goblet full of ale - expended
1203. Goblet full of beer - expended
1204. Goblet full of mead - expended
1205. Goblet full of milk - expended
1206. Goblet full of wine - expended
1207. Goblet of a greedy merchant - reusable
1208. Gold - reusable
1209. Gold coin stolen or taken by force from a professional pick pocket - reusable
1210. Gold nugget - reusable
1211. Grain - expended
1212. Grain of arsenic - expended
1213. Granite - reusable
1214. Grape - expended
1215. Grass - expended
1216. Grass frozen solid - expended
1217. Grass that is dead - expended
1218. Grass that is yellow - expended
1219. Grasshopper cocooned in ice - reusable until the ice melts
1220. Green Tourmaline gemstone - reusable
1221. Grimoire - reusable
1222. Grove of 13 Monolithic stones arranged as a calendar according to month - reusable
1223. Grove of 28 Monolithic stones arranged as a lunar calendar - reusable
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 1225. Hammer - reusable
1226. Handwriting of a moral character who is a total stranger - reusable
1227. Handwriting of an ethical character who is a total stranger - reusable
1228. Handwriting of an immoral character who is a total stranger - reusable
1229. Handwriting of an unethical character who is a total stranger - reusable
1230. Hat of a gnome - reusable
1231. Hat of a haggard husband - reusable
1232. Hat of a hosier unhappy with her husband - reusable while she is unhappy with him
1233. Helmet - reusable
1234. Helmet of a hero who was hacked in half - reusable
1235. Hide of a bugbear - reusable
1236. Hide of a cow - reusable
1237. Hide of a horse - reusable
1238. Hide of a kitten - reusable
1239. Hide of a wild animal - reusable for 6 months
1240. Homemade poople-beater - reusable
1241. Honey - reusable
1242. Honey from a huge hive overhanging a cliff - expended
1243. Honey that must be smeared on the caster’s genitals - expended
1244. Horn of a bull - expended
1245. Horn of a unicorn - reusable
Appendix 5: Ingredients

1246. Horn of an anakim - reusable

1247. Horseshoe - reusable
1248. Hot wax dripped onto the caster’s rump - expended
1249. Hydrochloric acid - expended
1250. Ice - expended
1251. Incense - expended
1252. Ink - expended
1253. Ink of an octopus - expended
1254. Insect that is alive though its wings have been removed - reusable
1255. Intestinal worm - expended
1256. Iolite gemstone - reusable
1257. Iron - reusable
1258. Iron ore - reusable
1259. Ivy - reusable
1260. Jewelry - reusable
1261. Juniper oil - expended
1262. Key to a lock - reusable
1263. Knife - reusable
1264. Knitting needle of a caring mother - reusable
1265. Knot of a tree - reusable
1266. Lamella (thin metal plate) - reusable
1267. Lantern - reusable
1268. Lantern that is lit - reusable
1269. Lapis Lazuli gemstone - reusable
1270. Lard - expended
1271. Lard from an epileptic bugbear - expended
1272. Lava - reusable
1273. Leaf of a belladonna plant - expended
1274. Leaf of a cherry tree - expended
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1276. Leaf of a deciduous tree - expended
1277. Leaf of a dill plant - expended
1278. Leaf of a false hellebore plant - expended
1279. Leaf of a fennel plant - expended
1280. Leaf of a henbane plant - expended
1281. Leaf of a horehound plant - expended
1282. Leaf of a hyssop plant - expended
1283. Leaf of a maple tree - expended
1284. Leaf of a marijuana plant - expended
1285. Leaf of a poison hemlock plant - expended
1286. Leaf of a poison ivy plant - expended
1287. Leaf of a rhubarb plant - expended
1288. Leaf of a rosemary herb - expended
1289. Leaf of a sage herb - expended
1290. Leaf of a sycamore tree - expended
1291. Leaf of a walnut tree - expended
1292. Leaf of an angelica herb - expended
1293. Leaf of an elder tree - expended
1294. Leaf of an oleander plant - expended
1295. Leaf that is perfectly symmetrical - expended
1296. Leather - reusable

Appendix 5: Ingredients
1297. Leather bracers - reusable
1298. Leather gloves - reusable
1299. Leather gloves made to fit a large goose - reusable
1300. Leather made from a calf - reusable
1301. Leather made from a horse - reusable
1302. Lettuce - expended
1303. Lint of a belly button - expended
1304. Lizard - expended
1305. Lizard - reusable
1306. Loaf of bread - reusable
1307. Lock of hair - expended
1308. Lock of hair - reusable
1309. Lock of hair from a bitch (any kind works) poisoned by yew (possibly by you) - expended
1310. Lock of hair from a werebear - expended
1311. Lock of hair from a wereboar - expended
1312. Lock of hair from a werewolf - expended
1313. Lock of pubic hair from an 11 year-old, and the hair must be 3 inches in length - expended
1314. Lock to a prison cell - reusable
1315. Lockett - reusable
1316. Longbow - reusable
1317. Loose chin-skin of an elderly bastard - reusable for 3 days
1318. Love-child of a peasant and a noble - reusable
1319. Love-child of a slave and a master - reusable
1320. Lucky rabbit’s foot from an unlucky corpse - reusable
1321. Lump of coal - expended
1322. Lump of coal - reusable
1323. Lute - reusable
1324. Lute with a value of at least 3d100 silver pieces - reusable
1325. Lye - expended
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 1327. Maggots - expended
1328. Magical item stolen from the dwelling of a subterranean troll - expended
1329. Magical words written in the caster’s blood - expended
1330. Manacles of a falsely accused anakim - reusable
1331. Manacles of a falsely accused bugbear - reusable
1332. Manacles of a falsely accused human - reusable
1333. Manacles of a falsely accused kobold - reusable
1334. Manacles of a falsely accused subterranean troll - reusable
1335. Map that is correctly proportioned and drawn by a blind character - reusable
1336. Marble - reusable
1337. Maul - reusable
1338. Mead - expended
1339. Meat - expended
1340. Medallion - reusable
1341. Mercury - expended
1342. Metal - reusable
1343. Metal plate removed from the brigandine armor of a freshly fallen mercenary - reusable
1344. Milk - expended
1345. Milk that has passed through the nose of a laughing character - expended
1346. Mirror - reusable
1347. Mirror of a rich, fat character - reusable
Appendix 5: Ingredients

1348. Mirror of an ugly maiden - reusable

1349. Monolithic stone - reusable
1350. Moon that is full and must be visible overhead - reusable
1351. Moon that is new and must be overhead - reusable
1352. Moonstone gemstone - reusable
1353. Morgenstern - reusable
1354. Moss - expended
1355. Mud - expended
1356. Mushroom - expended
1357. Musical instrument of a virtuosic player - reusable
1358. Mutton that is infested by flies - expended
1359. Nasal hair - expended
1360. Nasal hair of a hanged man - expended
1361. Nasal hair of an ogre - expended
1362. Naval hair from a boy who has been spanked by his father thrice this week - expended
1363. Navel hair of a nameless character - expended
1364. Necklace with a moonstone worn only under the moonlight - reusable
1365. Nest of a bird - expended
1366. Nitric acid - expended
1367. Noose - reusable
1368. Oar - reusable
1369. Oar of a longship - reusable
1370. Oar of a trireme - reusable
1371. Oar that is broken - reusable
1372. Obsidian gemstone - reusable
1373. Object used frequently to spank adults - reusable
1374. Object used frequently to spank children - reusable
1375. Oil - expended
1376. Oil that has been splashed all over the body of a virgin - expended
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1378. Olive - expended
1379. Onyx gemstone - reusable
1380. Open wound of the spellcaster with plenty of salt rubbed into it - reusable
1381. Ounce of marijuana; must be smoked while casting - expended
1382. Page ripped out of a book - expended
1383. Pages of moral scripture must be wiped on the caster’s rump - reusable
1384. Pair of dice - reusable
1385. Pantaloons of a bard - reusable
1386. Papyrus leaf coated with a heavy semenal load that is still very white - expended
1387. Parchment - expended
1388. Parchment that has been lifted so gracefully by the suction of a schoolgirl’s twat - reusable
1389. Pauldron (shoulder plate armor) of a knight - reusable
1390. Pen of a sage - reusable
1391. Pendant - reusable
1392. Pentagram - reusable
1393. Pentagram or inverted pentagram, whichever is more appropriate - reusable
1394. Pentagram that is inverted - reusable
1395. Perchloric acid - expended
1396. Peridot gemstone - reusable
1397. Pewter - expended
1398. Pewter - reusable

Appendix 5: Ingredients
1399. Phlegm of a bisexual - expended
1400. Phlegm of a bugbear - expended
1401. Phlegm of a carnivore - expended
1402. Phlegm of a character in old-age - expended
1403. Phlegm of a child - expended
1404. Phlegm of a dwarf - expended
1405. Phlegm of a female - expended
1406. Phlegm of a heterosexual - expended
1407. Phlegm of a homosexual - expended
1408. Phlegm of a human - expended
1409. Phlegm of a humanoid vegetarian - expended
1410. Phlegm of a kobold - expended
1411. Phlegm of a male - expended
1412. Phlegm of a middle-aged character - expended
1413. Phlegm of a pubescent character - expended
1414. Phlegm of a rodent with hiccups - expended
1415. Phlegm of a troll - expended
1416. Phlegm of a venerable character - expended
1417. Phlegm of a young adult - expended
1418. Phlegm of an anakim - expended
1419. Phlegm of an elf - expended
1420. Phlegm of an herbivore - expended
1421. Phlegm of an infant - expended
1422. Phlegm of an ogre - expended
1423. Phlegm of an omnivore - expended
1424. Piece of wood - expended
1425. Piece of wood - reusable for 1 year
1426. Pillow - reusable
1427. Plant that is alive - expended
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 1429. Poisonous plant - expended
1430. Polearm - reusable
1431. Popped acne pus - expended
1432. Possessed character - reusable while possessed
1433. Possession from the home of a baron - reusable
1434. Possession from the home of a baroness - reusable
1435. Possession from the home of a chieftain - reusable
1436. Possession from the home of a duchess - reusable
1437. Possession from the home of a duke - reusable
1438. Possession from the home of a king - reusable
1439. Possession from the home of a lady - reusable
1440. Possession from the home of a lord - reusable
1441. Possession from the home of a prince - reusable
1442. Possession from the home of a princess - reusable
1443. Possession from the home of a queen - reusable
1444. Possession of a baker - expended
1445. Possession of a blacksmith - expended
1446. Possession of a bladesmith - expended
1447. Possession of a bowyer - expended
1448. Possession of a bugbear - expended
1449. Possession of a cooper - expended
Appendix 5: Ingredients

1450. Possession of a druid - expended

1451. Possession of a dwarf - expended
1452. Possession of a female - expended
1453. Possession of a fletcher - expended
1454. Possession of a human - expended
1455. Possession of a kobold - expended
1456. Possession of a mage - expended
1457. Possession of a male - expended
1458. Possession of a priest - expended
1459. Possession of a public executioner - expended
1460. Possession of a schoolmaster - expended
1461. Possession of a slave - expended
1462. Possession of a slave-trader - expended
1463. Possession of a soldier - expended
1464. Possession of a sorcerer - expended
1465. Possession of a tanner - expended
1466. Possession of a troll - expended
1467. Possession of a weaponsmith - expended
1468. Possession of a whore - expended
1469. Possession of an acrobat - expended
1470. Possession of an anakim - expended
1471. Possession of an armorsmith - expended
1472. Possession of an elf - expended
1473. Possession of an ogre - expended
1474. Pubic hair of a bugbear - expended
1475. Pubic hair of a dwarf - expended
1476. Pubic hair of a giant - expended
1477. Pubic hair of a human - expended
1478. Pubic hair of a kobold - expended
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1480. Pubic hair of a smelly little trollop who has an unkempt box - expended
1481. Pubic hair of a troll - expended
1482. Pubic hair of a vagina that has entertained at least 50 different males - expended
1483. Pubic hair of a virgin - expended
1484. Pubic hair of an anakim - expended
1485. Pubic hair of an elf - expended
1486. Pubic hair of an ogre - expended
1487. Quartz gemstone - reusable
1488. Quarterstaff made of yew wood - reusable
1489. Quarterstaff of a hierophant who is quicker on their feet than the spellcaster - reusable
1490. Queen bee - expended
1491. Rag of a menstruating anakim - reusable
1492. Rag of a menstruating bugbear - reusable
1493. Rag of a menstruating dwarf - reusable
1494. Rag of a menstruating elf - reusable
1495. Rag of a menstruating human - reusable
1496. Rag of a menstruating kobold - reusable
1497. Rag of a menstruating lesbian - reusable
1498. Rag of a menstruating ogre - reusable
1499. Rag of a menstruating troll - reusable
1500. Rag of a menstruating virgin - reusable

Appendix 5: Ingredients
1501. Rape (turnip) - expended
1502. Rapeseed (of a turnip) - expended
1503. Red dog with rabies - expended
1504. Religious bread made of flour and the blood of infants - expended
1505. Removed wart - expended
1506. Ring - reusable
1507. Ring made of brass - reusable
1508. Ring made of bronze - reusable
1509. Ring made of gold - reusable
1510. Ring made of iron - reusable
1511. Ring made of silver - reusable
1512. Ring made of stone - reusable
1513. Ring made of wood - reusable
1514. Ring retrieved from the bottom of a creek - reusable
1515. Ring retrieved from the bottom of a lake - reusable
1516. Ring retrieved from the bottom of a patch of quicksand - reusable
1517. Ring retrieved from the bottom of a pond - reusable
1518. Ring retrieved from the bottom of a river - reusable
1519. Ring retrieved from the bottom of an ocean - reusable
1520. Ring that has been lost in a vagina for 3 months or more - reusable (although it reeks)
1521. Robes - reusable
1522. Rock glowing red with heat - reusable while glowing red
1523. Root of a belladonna plant - expended
1524. Root of a henbane plant - expended
1525. Root of a mandrake plant - expended
1526. Root of a poison hemlock plant - expended
1527. Root of a tarragon herb - expended
1528. Root of a valerian shrub - expended
1529. Root of a water hemlock plant - expended
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 1531. Rope of a hanged man, it must be taken from the body - reusable
1532. Rose - expended
1533. Rose that was given to a female by a lovesick male - expended
1534. Ruby gemstone - reusable
1535. Rudder of a warship - reusable
1536. Rust - expended
1537. Sabaton (foot plate armor) - reusable
1538. Sack of a bandit - expended
1539. Sacrificial adulterer (or adultress, caster’s preference) must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die
upon casting.
1540. Sacrificial anakim must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1541. Sacrificial bird must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1542. Sacrificial bisexual must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1543. Sacrificial black sheep must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1544. Sacrificial boar must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1545. Sacrificial bugbear must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1546. Sacrificial cat must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1547. Sacrificial chambermaid must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1548. Sacrificial cow must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1549. Sacrificial criminal must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1550. Sacrificial debtor must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
Appendix 5: Ingredients

1551. Sacrificial dog must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1552. Sacrificial dwarf must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1553. Sacrificial elderly female who is naked, must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1554. Sacrificial elderly male who is naked, must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1555. Sacrificial elf must be tied or chained to a stone altar and will die upon casting.
1556. Sacrificial female child who is naked, must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1557. Sacrificial female in old age who is naked, must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die
upon casting.
1558. Sacrificial female infant who is naked, must be placed on a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1559. Sacrificial female victim who is at least a young adult and a virgin must be tied or chained to a stone altar,
and will die upon casting.
1560. Sacrificial female young adult who is naked, must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die
upon casting.
1561. Sacrificial freak of nature (see Chap. 2: Body) must be tied or chained to an altar, and will die upon casting.
1562. Sacrificial goat must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1563. Sacrificial heterosexual must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1564. Sacrificial homosexual must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1565. Sacrificial human must be tied or chained to a stone altar and will die upon casting.
1566. Sacrificial king must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1567. Sacrificial kobold must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1568. Sacrificial lamb must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1569. Sacrificial male child who is naked, must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1570. Sacrificial male in old age who is naked, must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1571. Sacrificial male infant who is naked, must be placed on a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1572. Sacrificial male young adult who is naked, must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon
casting.
1573. Sacrificial maniac must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1574. Sacrificial middle-aged female who is naked, must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die
upon casting.
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1576. Sacrificial necrophiliac must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1577. Sacrificial noble character must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1578. Sacrificial nymphomaniac must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1579. Sacrificial ogre must be tied or chained to a stone altar and will die upon casting.
1580. Sacrificial peasant must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1581. Sacrificial pedophile must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1582. Sacrificial pig must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1583. Sacrificial prince must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1584. Sacrificial princess must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1585. Sacrificial pubescent female who is naked, must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon
casting.
1586. Sacrificial pubescent male who is naked, must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1587. Sacrificial queen must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1588. Sacrificial raptophiliac must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1589. Sacrificial royal character must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1590. Sacrificial satyromaniac must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1591. Sacrificial serf must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1592. Sacrificial sheep must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1593. Sacrificial slave must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1594. Sacrificial snake must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.

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1595. Sacrificial soldier must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1596. Sacrificial troll must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1597. Sacrificial victim who is a family member must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon
casting.
1598. Sacrificial victim who is asleep is placed atop a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1599. Sacrificial victim with a common cold who must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon
casting.
1600. Sacrificial victim with a moral disposition must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon
casting.
1601. Sacrificial victim with a predominantly choleric temperament must be tied or chained to an altar, and will
die upon casting.
1602. Sacrificial victim with a predominantly melancholic temperament must be tied or chained to an altar, and
will die upon casting.
1603. Sacrificial victim with a predominantly phlegmatic temperament must be tied or chained to an altar, and
will die upon casting.
1604. Sacrificial victim with a predominantly sanguine temperament must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and
will die upon casting.
1605. Sacrificial victim with an ethical disposition must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon
casting.
1606. Sacrificial victim with an immoral disposition must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon
casting.
1607. Sacrificial victim with an unethical disposition must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon
casting.
1608. Sacrificial victim with anthrax who must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1609. Sacrificial victim with bubonic plague who must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon
casting.
1610. Sacrificial victim with cancer who must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1611. Sacrificial victim with chicken pox who must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1612. Sacrificial victim with diabetes insipidus who must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon
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1614. Sacrificial victim with epilepsy who must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1615. Sacrificial victim with gangrene who must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1616. Sacrificial victim with influenza who must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1617. Sacrificial victim with leprosy who must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1618. Sacrificial victim with measles who must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1619. Sacrificial victim with mumps who must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1620. Sacrificial victim with muscular dystropy who must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon
casting.
1621. Sacrificial victim with rabies who must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1622. Sacrificial victim with tuberculosis who must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1623. Sacrificial victim with typhoid fever who must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1624. Sacrificial victim with undulant fever who must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon
casting.
1625. Sacrificial virgin must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1626. Sacrificial whore must be tied or chained to a stone altar, and will die upon casting.
1627. Saddle - reusable
1628. Saddle of a fast horse - reusable
1629. Saliva of a bear - expended
1630. Saliva of a bugbear - expended
1631. Saliva of a dwarf - expended
Appendix 5: Ingredients

1632. Saliva of a elf - expended

1633. Saliva of a human - expended
1634. Saliva of a kobold - expended
1635. Saliva of a troll - expended
1636. Saliva of a wolf - expended
1637. Saliva of an anakim - expended
1638. Saliva of an ogre - expended
1639. Salt - expended
1640. Salt from the side of a sailboat - expended
1641. Sand - expended
1642. Sand of an hourglass - expended
1643. Sand of an hourglass stolen from a temple - expended
1644. Sandals - reusable
1645. Sandals of a messenger - reusable
1646. Sandals of a sexual pervert - reusable
1647. Sap of a pine tree - expended
1648. Sap of a poison ivy plant - expended
1649. Sap of a tree - expended
1650. Sap of an oleander plant - expended
1651. Sapphire gemstone - reusable
1652. Scab - expended
1653. Scale of a dragon’s hide - reusable
1654. Scale of a mermaid - reusable
1655. Scale of a merman - reusable
1656. Scales of a fish - reusable
1657. Scroll - expended
1658. Scroll - reusable
1659. Seed of a beanstalk - expended
1660. Seed of a cocklebur plant - expended
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1662. Seed of a henbane plant - expended
1663. Semen - expended
1664. Semen of a bisexual - expended
1665. Semen of a bugbear - expended
1666. Semen of a bull - expended
1667. Semen of a carnivore - expended
1668. Semen of a dwarf - expended
1669. Semen of a heterosexual - expended
1670. Semen of a homosexual - expended
1671. Semen of a human - expended
1672. Semen of a humanoid vegetarian - expended
1673. Semen of a just king - reusable
1674. Semen of a kobold - expended
1675. Semen of a scribe - expended
1676. Semen of a troll - expended
1677. Semen of an anakim - expended
1678. Semen of an elf - expended
1679. Semen of an herbivore - expended
1680. Semen of an ogre - expended
1681. Semen of an omnivore - expended
1682. Semen of seamen - expended

Appendix 5: Ingredients
1683. Severed wrinkle of a grandmother - expended
1684. Sexual fluid of the spellcaster - expended
1685. Shackled princess - reusable
1686. Shoe - reusable
1687. Shoes - reusable
1688. Shoes of a sucker - reusable for 1 year
1689. Shortbow - reusable
1690. Shoveled earth - expended
1691. Signal whistle of a mute - reusable
1692. Silver - expended
1693. Silver - reusable
1694. Silver from a mine within 10 miles of a kobold city - reusable
1695. Skull - reusable
1696. Skull of a badger - reusable
1697. Skull of a boar - reusable
1698. Skull of a bugbear - reusable
1699. Skull of a cat - reusable
1700. Skull of a character in old-age - reusable
1701. Skull of a child - reusable
1702. Skull of a dog - reusable
1703. Skull of a dwarf - reusable
1704. Skull of a gnome - reusable
1705. Skull of a horse - reusable
1706. Skull of a human - reusable
1707. Skull of a kobold - reusable
1708. Skull of a middle-aged character - reusable
1709. Skull of a pig - reusable
1710. Skull of a pubescent character - reusable
1711. Skull of a rabbit - reusable
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 1713. Skull of a raven - reusable
1714. Skull of a slut - reusable
1715. Skull of a snake - reusable
1716. Skull of a squirrel - reusable
1717. Skull of a thrush - reusable
1718. Skull of a troll - reusable
1719. Skull of a venerable character - reusable
1720. Skull of a wolf - reusable
1721. Skull of a wolverine - reusable
1722. Skull of a young adult - reusable
1723. Skull of an anakim - reusable
1724. Skull of an elf - reusable
1725. Skull of an infant - reusable
1726. Skull of an ogre - reusable
1727. Skull of an owl - reusable
1728. Skull of any animal - reusable
1729. Slave whipped with a scourge until their body is a roadmap of pain - reusable until dead
1730. Slave’s small intestine that is tied into the shape of a dog - reusable for 1 month
1731. Slime on the caster’s lips from a dragon’s kiss - expended
1732. Slobber of a sleeping soldier - expended
1733. Smelly, dirty, nasty, and sticky snot of a horse - expended
Appendix 5: Ingredients

1734. Smoking pipe - reusable

1735. Snake - expended
1736. Snot - expended
1737. Snot from a woman battered while doing her laundry - expended
1738. Snot of a bugbear - expended
1739. Snot of a dwarf - expended
1740. Snot of a human - expended
1741. Snot of a kobold - expended
1742. Snot of a snoring sorcerer - expended
1743. Snot of a troll - expended
1744. Snot of an anakim - expended
1745. Snot of an elf - expended
1746. Snot of an ogre - expended
1747. Snow - expended
1748. Snow brushed off of a tree branch on which it fell naturally - expended
1749. Soil that is tilled - expended
1750. Solid rock from the center of the world - reusable
1751. Songbird - reusable
1752. Spark resulting from 2 stones being rubbed together - expended
1753. Spear of a disabled kobold - reusable
1754. Spear of a soldier suffering from amnesia - reusable
1755. Spellbook of a mage - expended
1756. Spider - expended
1757. Spider that is alive, though its legs have been removed - reusable
1758. Spider web - expended
1759. Spike of a shield - reusable
1760. Spike of a used chair of spikes - reusable
1761. Spit - expended
1762. Spit of a bugbear - expended
1763. Spit of a dwarf - expended

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1764. Spit of a human - expended
1765. Spit of a kobold - expended
1766. Spit of a troll - expended
1767. Spit of an anakim - expended
1768. Spit of an elf - expended
1769. Spit of an ogre - expended
1770. Spit that has been in at least 3d10 mouths - expended
1771. Spittle from a baby ogre - expended
1772. Spittle from a baby troll - expended
1773. Spittle from a bugbear baby - expended
1774. Spittle from a dwarven baby - expended
1775. Spittle from a human baby - expended
1776. Spittle from a kobold baby - expended
1777. Spittle from an anakim baby - expended
1778. Spittle from an elven baby - expended
1779. Splinter of a battering ram - expended
1780. Splinter of a catapult’s arm - expended
1781. Splinter of a ship’s mast - expended
1782. Staff made of oak - reusable
1783. Staff made of wood - reusable
1784. Stardust - reusable

Appendix 5: Ingredients
1785. Static electricity - expended
1786. Stew made of 1d10 anakim - expended
1787. Stew made of 1d10 bugbears - expended
1788. Stew made of 1d10 characters in old age - expended
1789. Stew made of 1d10 children - expended
1790. Stew made of 1d10 dwarves - expended
1791. Stew made of 1d10 elves - expended
1792. Stew made of 1d10 humans - expended
1793. Stew made of 1d10 infants - expended
1794. Stew made of 1d10 kittens - expended
1795. Stew made of 1d10 kobolds - expended
1796. Stew made of 1d10 middle-aged characters - expended
1797. Stew made of 1d10 ogres - expended
1798. Stew made of 1d10 pubescent characters - expended
1799. Stew made of 1d10 puppies - expended
1800. Stew made of 1d10 trolls - expended
1801. Stew made of 1d10 venerable characters - expended
1802. Stew made of 1d10 young adults - expended
1803. Stick that has lashed a trollop’s face 1d10 times - reusable
1804. Stomach acid of a bugbear - expended
1805. Stomach acid of a dwarf - expended
1806. Stomach acid of a human - expended
1807. Stomach acid of a kobold - expended
1808. Stomach acid of a troll - expended
1809. Stomach acid of an anakim - expended
1810. Stomach acid of an eagle - expended
1811. Stomach acid of an elf - expended
1812. Stomach acid of an ogre - expended
1813. Stone - reusable
1814. Strawberry - expended

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 1815. String of a lute - reusable for 1 week
1816. String of a lute from a character who can pluck faster than 300 beats per minute. - reusable
1817. Stud of studded leather armor - reusable
1818. Sulfur - expended
1819. Sulfuric acid - expended
1820. Sun must be visible - reusable
1821. Sundial from a mage guild - reusable
1822. Sunrise must be visible - reusable
1823. Sunset must be visible - reusable
1824. Sweat of a bully’s armpit - expended
1825. Sweat of a nightmare - expended
1826. Sweat of the caster’s rump - reusable
1827. Sweat of the palms of a prosperous business owner - expended
1828. Sweat off of the testicles of a crucified slave - expended
1829. Sword, any - reusable
1830. Sword, bastard - reusable
1831. Sword, long - reusable
1832. Sword, short - reusable
1833. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by a character with a mental illness - reusable
1834. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by a child - reusable
1835. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by a child in puberty - reusable
Appendix 5: Ingredients

1836. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by a choleric character - reusable
1837. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by a melancholic character - reusable
1838. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by a middle-aged adult - reusable
1839. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by a neutral immoral character - reusable
1840. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by a neutral moral character - reusable
1841. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by a neutral neutral character - reusable
1842. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by a phlegmatic character - reusable
1843. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by a retard - reusable
1844. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by a sanguine character - reusable
1845. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by a venerable adult - reusable
1846. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by a young adult - reusable
1847. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by an adult in old-age - reusable
1848. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by an ethical immoral character - reusable
1849. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by an ethical moral character - reusable
1850. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by an ethical neutral character - reusable
1851. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by an illiterate character - reusable
1852. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by an infant - reusable
1853. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by an unethical immoral character - reusable
1854. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by an unethical moral character - reusable
1855. Sworn oath of obedience and allegiance signed by an unethical neutral character - reusable
1856. Symbol of a moral god - reusable
1857. Symbol of a moral god, once possessed by an immoral creature - reusable
1858. Symbol of an ethical god - reusable
1859. Symbol of an immoral god - reusable
1860. Symbol of an immoral god, once possessed by a moral creature - reusable
1861. Symbol of an unethical god - reusable
1862. Symbol of caster’s god smeared with dung - reusable
1863. Tablet that has been read by over 100 sentient and literate beings - reusable
1864. Tadpole - expended
1865. Tadpool that is fastest in its family - reusable

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1866. Tadpool that is slowest in its family - reusable
1867. Tail feather of a flying hawk - expended
1868. Talisman - reusable
1869. Tankard of ale - reusable
1870. Tankard of beer - reusable
1871. Tankard of mead - reusable
1872. Tankard of wine - reusable
1873. Tankard that is empty and from a tavern that burned down - reusable
1874. Teardrop of a maiden who spilled milk - expended
1875. Tears of a dragon - expended
1876. Tears of a maiden getting stove-piped (see Racial Hatred in Chap. 1: Race and Gender) - reusable
1877. Tears of joy - expended
1878. The 3rd stomach of a cow - expended
1879. The caster must knowingly sacrifice their life to cast the spell; the caster will die upon casting it.
1880. The word of a woman - expended
1881. Thumbscrews used on an innocent character - reusable
1882. Thunder heard in the sky above - reusable
1883. Tick - expended
1884. Tick filled with blood of a rabid dog - expended
1885. Topaz gemstone - reusable
1886. Torch that is lit - reusable

Appendix 5: Ingredients
1887. Torch that is lit and stuck in the tundra - reusable
1888. Tourniquet - reusable
1889. Turquoise gemstone - reusable
1890. Twig of a conifer - reusable for 1 year
1891. Twig of a deciduous tree - reusable for 1 year
1892. Twig of a warm nest - expended
1893. Twig of an ivy plant - reusable
1894. Twig of an oak tree - reusable
1895. Unborn baby of a wife to a chieftain of barbarians - expended
1896. Urine combined from at least 1d10 different species - expended
1897. Urine combined from at least 3d10 different creatures - expended
1898. Urine of a bisexual - expended
1899. Urine of a bugbear - expended
1900. Urine of a carnivore - expended
1901. Urine of a character who partakes of marijuana - expended
1902. Urine of a creature who has larger genitals than the spellcaster -expended
1903. Urine of a creature who has smaller genitals than the spellcaster - expended
1904. Urine of a drunk, which must be drank by the caster - expended
1905. Urine of a dwarf - expended
1906. Urine of a father who values the life of his child more than his own - expended
1907. Urine of a female who was spayed - expended
1908. Urine of a heterosexual - expended
1909. Urine of a homosexual - expended
1910. Urine of a human - expended
1911. Urine of a humanoid vegetarian - expended
1912. Urine of a kobold - expended
1913. Urine of a male who was castrated - expended
1914. Urine of a mother who values the life of her child more than her own - expended
1915. Urine of a pregnant female - expended
1916. Urine of a pregnant woman - expended

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 1917. Urine of a slave who has pleasured their master - expended
1918. Urine of a troll - expended
1919. Urine of an anakim - expended
1920. Urine of an elf - expended
1921. Urine of an herbivore - expended
1922. Urine of an ogre - expended
1923. Urine of an omnivore - expended
1924. Urine that is frozen - expended
1925. Urine that traveled at least 10 feet before it hit the ground - expended
1926. Venom - expended
1927. Venom of a black widow spider - expended
1928. Venom of a brown recluse spider - expended
1929. Venom of a snake - expended
1930. Venom of a spider - expended
1931. Vial - reusable
1932. Vomit - expended
1933. Vomit of a bugbear - expended
1934. Vomit of a cat - expended
1935. Vomit of a dog - expended
1936. Vomit of a dwarf - expended
1937. Vomit of a human - expended
Appendix 5: Ingredients

1938. Vomit of a kobold - expended

1939. Vomit of a troll - expended
1940. Vomit of an anakim - expended
1941. Vomit of an elf - expended
1942. Vomit of an ogre - expended
1943. Walking cane - reusable
1944. Walking stick - reusable
1945. Walnut - expended
1946. War hammer - reusable
1947. Wart removed from a bugbear - expended
1948. Wart removed from a dwarf - expended
1949. Wart removed from a giant - expended
1950. Wart removed from a human - expended
1951. Wart removed from a kobold - expended
1952. Wart removed from a troll - expended
1953. Wart removed from an anakim - expended
1954. Wart removed from an elf - expended
1955. Wart removed from an ogre - expended
1956. Wasp - expended
1957. Water - expended
1958. Water from a brook - expended
1959. Water from a well - expended
1960. Water from river rapids - expended
1961. Water that is boiling - expended
1962. Weapon of a bugbear - reusable
1963. Weapon of a dwarf - reusable
1964. Weapon of a human - reusable
1965. Weapon of a kobold - reusable
1966. Weapon of a troll - reusable
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1968. Weapon of an elf - reusable
1969. Weapon of an ogre - reusable
1970. Wedding ring of a faithful husband - reusable
1971. Wedding ring of an faithful wife - reusable
1972. Wedding ring of an unfaithful husband - reusable
1973. Wedding ring of an unfaithful wife - reusable
1974. Weed - expended
1975. Wet shirt of a shivering character - reusable until dry
1976. Wheel that is broken and of a carriage - reusable
1977. Whisker of a cat - expended
1978. Whisker of a weak warrior - expended
1979. White Opal gemstone - reusable
1980. Wicker - expended
1981. Wild black cherry - expended
1982. Wine - expended
1983. Wine that is unopened and at least 3d10 years old - expended
1984. Wine that is unopened and at least 3d100 years old - expended
1985. Wineskin from a wagoneer wishing he was without his wife - expended
1986. Wineskin full of urine from a ferret - reusable
1987. Woman currently experiencing a genuine orgasm - reusable
1988. Woman willing to do anything for the caster, and licking the caster’s foot at the moment - reusable

Appendix 5: Ingredients
1989. Woman’s name written on parchment by squatting over it with a feather in her puss - reusable
1990. Wood of a spruce tree - reusable
1991. Wood of a tree 3d10 years in age - reusable
1992. Wood of a tree 3d100 years in age - reusable
1993. Wood of a yew tree - reusable
1994. Wood of an oak tree - reusable
1995. Wooden carving that is elaborate - reusable
1996. Woof of a pine tree - reusable
1997. Wool - expended
1998. Worm - expended
1999. Yarrow plant - expended
2000. Yeast of a vagina - expended

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 Appendix 6:
Aedile Characters
Appendix 6: Aedile Characters

Creating characters is the most time-con- All AC’s are presented as young adults. To
suming element of F.A.T.A.L. The purpose of this adjust the age and level of an AC, the Aedile may
appendix is to supply pre-generated characters for accordingly adjust pertinent information, such as LP,
the Aedile, not the players. Aediles already spend MP, Wealth, or change the weapons and armor to
enough time in game preparation. magical weapons and armor. This data is presented
The characters in this appendix are arranged so that it may be manipulated easily by the Aedile.
by species; multiple races are listed within each spe- For the sake of ease, it is recommended that
cies. In this way, should the Aedile need a particular characters are created by using a program called the
AC (Aedile Character) when they have not pre-rolled Fatal Character Generator, which is available free
1 prior to the adventure, an AC may be selected from Fatal Games. This program may be down-
easily. This collection of AC’s has been created with loaded from the Website: www.fatalgames.com. All
the Fatal Character Generator, so the results were characters in this appendix were created in the Fatal
determined randomly, not selected. Character Generator.

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 A nakim
Charac te r Info. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Ge nde r M F M F M F M F M F
Di sposi ti on NI UI UN UI NI NI NI NN NN NN
Te mpe ra me nt PC PC CP PC CM CS PC PC PS SC
O c c upa ti on She phe rd Poul te re r Doc k wa l . Ba ndi t Me sse ng. Cha . ma i d Be rse rk e r Fa r me r Me rc e na . Cha . ma i d
Le v e l 4 5 4 6 6 5 5 5 4 5
Phy si que 124 113 164 134 120 98 190 139 134 152
Phy si c a l Fi tne ss 103 60 127 104 108 57 88 122 103 105
Stre ngth 231 159 362 162 201 167 465 173 231 208
Bodi l y Attra c t. 64 116 74 143 80 58 95 154 91 179
He a l th 98 117 96 127 91 110 115 108 114 117
Cha ri sma 103 100 89 115 95 87 97 92 116 99
Fa c i a l Cha ri sma 105 111 86 138 52 91 90 108 146 91
Voc a l Cha ri sma 120 93 107 115 92 87 104 87 93 90
Ki ne ti c Cha . 101 91 86 105 129 113 110 90 119 123
Rhe tori c a l Cha . 87 106 77 102 108 59 86 85 107 92
De xte ri ty 86 69 74 72 104 84 79 76 78 86
Ha nd-E y e 75 56 65 39 107 86 60 40 69 87

Appendix 6: Aedile Characters

Agi l i ty 73 51 56 72 95 66 94 110 49 58
Re a c ti on Spe e d 94 84 74 71 95 68 70 86 93 100
E nunc i a ti on 102 88 101 108 121 117 95 68 104 99
Inte l l i ge nc e 101 103 96 107 109 114 105 102 120 124
La ngua ge 108 116 62 148 107 121 111 94 177 150
Ma th 110 107 89 115 128 120 90 96 126 77
Ana l y ti c 98 100 114 81 112 89 109 116 90 161
Spa ti a l 89 91 120 85 90 128 113 104 88 110
Wi sdom 85 104 74 84 70 86 70 81 86 87
Dri v e 128 120 69 71 85 68 62 87 92 82
Intui ti on 84 73 57 88 49 102 75 60 91 84
Common Se nse 54 114 92 75 74 87 48 86 79 54
Re fl e c ti on 77 109 79 105 72 88 97 91 84 79
LP 40 35 46 34 34 33 58 33 40 37
MP - - - - - - - - - -
CA 7 3 4 6 10 5 10 13 3 4
We a pon 1 Qua . sta ff - - - Da g ge r - Bi pe nni s - Fl a i l , F. -
We a pon 2 - - - - - - - - - -
We a pon 3 - - - - - - - - - -
Ar mor 1 - - - - - - C. , 4 -i n-1 - C. , 6 -i n-1 -
Ar mor 2 - - - - - - Spa nge n. - - -
Ar mor 3 - - - - - - - - - -
We a l th 2 s. p. 1 s. p. 7 s. p. 2 s. p. 1 s. p. 0 s. p. 0 s. p. 9 s. p. 2 s. p. 5 s. p.
Tra i t #'s 10 29 12,61,27 87,72 84,78,24 31,32,51 61,42,28 33,15,7 95,84,53 61,75,34
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 Bu g b e ar
Charac te r Info. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Ge nde r M F M F M F M F M F
Di sposi ti on NI NN NI NI NI EN EN NI EI NI
Te mpe ra me nt CM MP CP CS MP MC MC MC MC PM
O c c upa ti on Gl a di a tor Pi c k Poc . Ma son Da i ry ma . Ti l e ma k . De l ouse r Ba i l i ff Ga rde ne r Me rc e n. Fa r me r
Le v e l 3 4 3 3 3 3 4 3 4 5
Phy si que 113 93 120 81 88 93 134 75 111 82
Phy si c a l Fi tne ss 101 66 97 95 72 74 107 107 97 87
Stre ngth 147 167 205 117 125 127 260 97 224 94
Bodi l y Attra c t. 84 6 81 1 64 49 66 1 47 84
He a l th 123 136 98 113 94 122 105 97 79 64
Cha ri sma 86 96 85 88 95 104 96 108 111 97
Fa c i a l Cha ri sma 45 92 62 92 99 109 71 126 81 90
Voc a l Cha ri sma 113 104 99 81 85 131 105 119 130 75
Ki ne ti c Cha . 100 105 88 98 78 93 117 102 106 114
Rhe tori c a l Cha . 89 85 93 83 118 84 94 88 130 110
De xte ri ty 100 93 81 82 82 98 100 94 69 89
Ha nd-E y e 89 85 92 76 76 81 78 113 87 100
Agi l i ty 98 92 78 109 79 111 110 77 39 80
Appendix 6: Aedile Characters

Re a c ti on Spe e d 115 112 53 63 91 107 126 109 91 104

E nunc i a ti on 100 84 102 83 85 93 87 79 61 75
Inte l l i ge nc e 106 86 102 88 98 104 91 100 98 105
La ngua ge 85 79 89 71 92 117 53 74 81 107
Ma th 128 88 133 102 120 102 106 149 118 100
Ana l y ti c 87 98 91 117 74 94 93 113 86 94
Spa ti a l 127 82 97 64 109 104 113 65 109 122
Wi sdom 90 99 96 105 93 102 93 100 97 107
Dri v e 120 109 141 109 103 138 108 142 95 116
Intui ti on 98 112 83 96 87 99 94 58 106 98
Common Se nse 61 100 66 106 71 60 70 81 100 88
Re fl e c ti on 83 75 97 112 113 112 101 119 89 127
LP 33 36 36 30 26 33 40 27 35 21
MP - - - - - - - - - -
CA 12 11 8 14 9 14 14 8 2 9
We a pon 1 Be rde e sh Da g ge r - - - - Ma c e , H. - Morge n. -
We a pon 2 - - - - - - - - - -
We a pon 3 - - - - - - - - - -
Ar mor 1 Sc a l e m. - - - - - Musc l e m. - Musc l e m. -
Ar mor 2 He l m, G. - - - - - - - - -
Ar mor 3 - - - - - - - - - -
We a l th 3 s. p. 1 s. p. 2 s. p. 6 s. p. 4 s. p. 7 s. p. 4 s. p. 1 s. p. 8 s. p. 2 s. p.
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 D warf
Charac te r Info. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Ge nde r M F M F M F M F M F
Di sposi ti on EN EN UI NI UM UM NM EM EN EM
Te mpe ra me nt MP CS CP MC PC SM SP SP SM SP
O c c upa ti on Ge nc utt. Mi ne r Hi e roph. Bra zi e r Bri c k ma . Gi l de r Bl a de sm. Ta v e rnk . Appra i se r Cupbe a r.
Le v e l 4 5 7 8 6 8 7 7 5 7
Phy si que 113 96 103 78 114 67 99 85 88 64
Phy si c a l Fi tne ss 121 123 97 114 79 57 93 75 93 94
Stre ngth 112 53 107 80 157 72 143 47 116 69
Bodi l y Attra c t. 106 92 83 31 76 23 82 94 62 11
He a l th 115 116 125 89 145 116 78 124 84 85
Cha ri sma 96 96 111 88 100 88 89 88 101 99
Fa c i a l Cha ri sma 76 87 91 82 92 102 85 66 101 106
Voc a l Cha ri sma 108 72 143 79 77 104 68 72 74 102
Ki ne ti c Cha . 114 122 119 102 95 74 94 124 140 81
Rhe tori c a l Cha . 89 104 94 91 137 74 110 93 91 110
De xte ri ty 98 103 101 91 97 99 98 107 111 95
Ha nd-E y e 109 117 110 112 117 55 105 115 96 109

Appendix 6: Aedile Characters

Agi l i ty 92 102 111 88 76 121 84 126 115 67
Re a c ti on Spe e d 103 110 107 81 64 107 93 100 118 98
E nunc i a ti on 91 85 79 86 133 113 110 88 116 106
Inte l l i ge nc e 105 104 105 91 79 107 106 97 97 107
La ngua ge 69 108 109 61 66 118 102 81 89 73
Ma th 109 92 108 115 51 84 97 116 104 99
Ana l y ti c 102 113 107 72 102 118 101 114 95 128
Spa ti a l 140 103 98 117 100 108 126 79 100 128
Wi sdom 93 103 103 108 103 118 117 94 112 101
Dri v e 94 84 109 123 102 109 120 118 116 113
Intui ti on 117 82 111 93 62 123 114 61 107 108
Common Se nse 64 135 128 108 128 138 87 100 137 95
Re fl e c ti on 97 114 64 109 123 102 149 100 89 90
LP 23 17 25 18 30 20 23 19 22 17
MP - - - - - - - - - -
CA 9 10 12 8 6 14 7 14 13 5
We a pon 1 - Pi c k , M. - - - - - - - -
We a pon 2 - - - - - - - - - -
We a pon 3 - - - - - - - - - -
Ar mor 1 - - - - - - - - - -
Ar mor 2 - - - - - - - - - -
Ar mor 3 - - - - - - - - - -
We a l th 2 6 s. p. 3 5 5 s. p. 8 2 s. p. 6 4 s. p. 0 s. p. 0 s. p. 4 s. p. 1 7 s. p. 1 1 3 0 s. p. 2 8 3 s. p.
Mi sc e l l a ne ous Bl a c k Bl a c k Bl a c k Bl a c k Brown Brown Whi te Whi te Whi te Whi te

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 Elf
Charac te r Info. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Ge nde r M F M F M F M F M F
Di sposi ti on
Te mpe ra me nt
O c c upa ti on
Phy si que
Phy si c a l Fi tne ss
Stre ngth
Bodi l y Attra c t.
He a l th
Cha ri sma
Fa c i a l Cha ri sma
Voc a l Cha ri sma
Ki ne ti c Cha .
Rhe tori c a l Cha .
De xte ri ty
Ha nd-E y e
Agi l i ty
Appendix 6: Aedile Characters

Re a c ti on Spe e d
E nunc i a ti on
Inte l l i ge nc e
La ngua ge
Ma th
Ana l y ti c
Spa ti a l
Wi sdom
Dri v e
Intui ti on
Common Se nse
Re fl e c ti on
LP
MP
CA
We a pon 1
We a pon 2
We a pon 3
Ar mor 1
Ar mor 2
Ar mor 3
We a l th
Mi sc e l l a ne ous Da rk Da rk Da rk Da rk Da rk Li ght Li ght Li ght Li ght Li ght

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 Hu m an
Charac te r Info. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Ge nde r M F M F M F M F M F
Di sposi ti on NN NN UN EN NN NM NI NN EN NN
Te mpe ra me nt MS SC CS MP MS PS SC MC SP MC
O c c upa ti on Gl ov e r Ba ndi t Fa r me r La undre ss Sk i nne r Fa r me r He we r Whore Bl a c k sm. Ba k e r
Le v e l 2 2 4 4 3 4 3 2 2 3
Phy si que 71 77 102 72 122 87 109 81 95 94
Phy si c a l Fi tne ss 89 102 87 72 115 114 108 68 101 114
Stre ngth 83 75 163 73 171 60 154 82 109 58
Bodi l y Attra c t. 62 68 104 51 110 93 83 94 83 93
He a l th 53 66 54 95 92 84 92 83 89 113
Cha ri sma 77 100 87 103 83 99 86 94 94 95
Fa c i a l Cha ri sma 64 139 91 129 77 64 89 91 103 82
Voc a l Cha ri sma 79 78 93 118 80 124 67 57 79 105
Ki ne ti c Cha . 97 100 69 107 87 88 90 108 99 87
Rhe tori c a l Cha . 68 85 96 60 91 120 100 123 97 108
De xte ri ty 119 115 108 91 76 94 96 85 101 108
Ha nd-E y e 110 109 90 95 88 105 93 75 108 88

Appendix 6: Aedile Characters

Agi l i ty 126 139 121 88 109 84 97 79 88 96
Re a c ti on Spe e d 109 97 88 94 55 119 92 132 106 128
E nunc i a ti on 132 117 134 87 55 68 102 54 102 121
Inte l l i ge nc e 100 103 96 96 100 90 99 97 114 101
La ngua ge 105 102 91 127 86 94 82 82 118 106
Ma th 110 104 127 70 101 93 125 66 122 96
Ana l y ti c 89 112 82 105 117 86 80 101 103 108
Spa ti a l 98 94 86 84 96 88 111 142 113 95
Wi sdom 92 108 78 95 96 76 97 119 107 114
Dri v e 68 107 78 98 75 69 107 129 83 96
Intui ti on 73 127 78 95 92 56 73 122 117 127
Common Se nse 109 114 65 99 95 96 107 127 126 92
Re fl e c ti on 118 85 94 91 123 84 103 101 105 141
LP 11 14 20 17 24 13 24 19 19 18
MP - - - - - - - - - -
CA 14 17 14 8 12 7 10 7 8 9
We a pon 1 Kni fe Shortbow Sc y the Buc k e t Kni fe Hoe Shov e l Da g ge r Ha mme r -
We a pon 2 - Da g ge r - - - - - - - -
We a pon 3 - - - - - - - - - -
Ar mor 1 - - - - - - - - - -
Ar mor 2 - - - - - - - - - -
Ar mor 3 - - - - - - - - - -
We a l th 6 5 s. p. 1 5 s. p. 4 s. p. 5 1 s. p. 6 5 s. p. 0 s. p. 4 s. p. 1 8 s. p. 0 s. p. 1 0 4 s. p.
Mi sc e l l a ne ous Sl a v e Sl a v e

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 Kobold
Charac te r Info. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Ge nde r M F M F M F M F M F
Di sposi ti on EI NI NI NI NI NN NI NI NN NI
Te mpe ra me nt CP PM PC PC PC PS PS PC CM CP
O c c upa ti on Mi ne r Bre we r Gl a di a tor Be g ga r Ca rte r Cha . ma i d Mi ne r Cupbe a r. Doc k wa . Pe rfume r
Le v e l 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2
Phy si que 92 89 97 78 80 84 80 79 90 72
Phy si c a l Fi tne ss 88 133 10 92 120 107 124 86 111 82
Stre ngth 122 56 166 32 32 45 33 48 68 29
Bodi l y Attra c t. 67 91 49 84 79 79 90 87 73 51
He a l t h 91 79 75 105 92 106 76 95 110 126
Cha ri sma 93 93 77 86 95 99 86 95 83 82
Fa c i a l Cha ri sma 104 90 67 70 70 86 105 58 72 58
Voc a l Cha ri sma 76 104 70 74 83 83 56 83 91 59
Ki ne ti c Cha . 103 103 72 150 120 129 125 142 110 119
Rhe tori c a l Cha . 91 75 99 51 107 99 60 98 61 95
De xte ri ty 117 120 121 109 118 119 114 108 115 118
Ha nd-E y e 131 98 121 85 142 103 122 95 115 114
Agi l i ty 135 114 134 135 93 105 80 123 116 126
Appendix 6: Aedile Characters

Re a c ti on Spe e d 112 133 112 116 135 140 147 122 126 117
E nunc i a ti on 92 136 118 102 104 131 110 95 104 115
Inte l l i ge nc e 92 105 99 82 79 102 103 93 102 109
La ngua ge 95 92 92 100 90 77 99 60 88 89
Ma th 94 108 80 53 56 119 128 99 118 112
Ana l y ti c 62 96 120 75 60 118 109 96 69 103
Spa ti a l 119 126 105 101 113 96 77 118 133 132
Wi sdom 85 99 91 106 93 105 89 86 106 95
Dri v e 78 72 76 106 84 89 64 92 100 73
Intui ti on 83 101 96 114 117 107 90 76 104 111
Common Se nse 108 113 118 82 75 122 94 96 111 111
Re fl e c ti on 71 110 77 122 96 104 109 82 112 85
LP 15 8 18 10 7 10 5 9 14 11
MP - - - - - - - - - -
CA 16 12 16 16 9 11 7 14 13 14
We a pon 1 Pi c k , M. - Wa rh. , F. - - - Pi c k , M. - - -
We a pon 2 - - Spe a r - - - - - - -
We a pon 3 - - - - - - - - - -
Ar mor 1 - - Sc a l e m. - - - - - - -
Ar mor 2 - - Shi e l d, R. - - - - - - -
Ar mor 3 - - He l m, C. - - - - - - -
We a l th 3 s. p. 1 s. p. 0 s. p. 4 s. p. 0 s. p. 2 s. p. 0 s. p. 5 3 s. p. 0 s. p. 1 s. p.
Mi sc e l l a ne ous - - Sl a v e - Sl a v e Sl a v e Sl a v e - Sl a v e -

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 O gre
Charac te r Info. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Ge nde r M F M F M F M F M F
Di sposi ti on UN NI UI NI NN NI UI NI UI NI
Te mpe ra me nt CP PS PS CM MS MC PC CM PC CM
O c c upa ti on Be rse rk e r Be rse rk e r Ba ndi t Ba ndi t Ruffi a n Sl a v e Ba ndi t Be rse rk e r Sl a v e Ba ndi t
Le v e l 5 5 6 5 7 4 7 5 6 7
Phy si que 206 105 150 90 147 101 227 97 177 146
Phy si c a l Fi tne ss 100 97 81 62 91 82 73 55 87 115
Stre ngth 575 180 374 96 379 137 707 209 442 213
Bodi l y Attra c t. 53 58 35 87 36 70 56 36 96 144
He a l th 96 85 110 115 83 116 73 90 83 115
Cha ri sma 71 83 75 85 80 90 58 65 89 88
Fa c i a l Cha ri sma 76 107 80 105 83 73 58 78 100 109
Voc a l Cha ri sma 77 111 109 97 74 111 93 115 73 71
Ki ne ti c Cha . 45 63 50 58 90 93 3 1 78 61
Rhe tori c a l Cha . 87 54 63 80 73 83 80 68 105 112
De xte ri ty 66 52 75 55 69 77 51 60 78 78
Ha nd-E y e 36 61 61 25 88 83 58 61 63 36

Appendix 6: Aedile Characters

Agi l i ty 96 23 76 61 105 80 41 65 55 81
Re a c ti on Spe e d 72 88 113 92 58 90 57 55 93 92
E nunc i a ti on 63 38 51 43 25 58 51 59 104 104
Inte l l i ge nc e 69 52 65 51 71 74 67 39 83 62
La ngua ge 38 59 44 37 29 53 50 49 102 38
Ma th 57 20 54 29 93 72 74 29 45 52
Ana l y ti c 82 60 61 72 76 93 55 14 76 43
Spa ti a l 100 70 101 68 89 81 92 64 109 115
Wi sdom 66 94 84 83 81 89 59 85 85 91
Dri v e 89 85 112 80 68 53 37 64 69 98
Intui ti on 45 99 85 78 63 129 97 111 90 131
Common Se nse 66 67 41 57 82 77 40 46 77 63
Re fl e c ti on 67 128 101 117 112 99 64 119 105 74
LP 68 35 56 30 48 29 81 41 56 42
MP - - - - - - - - - -
CA 12 1 9 7 14 10 3 7 6 10
We a pon 1 Cl ub, G. Cl ub, G. Cl ub, G. Cl ub Cl ub, G. Cl ub Cl ub, G. Cl ub, G. - -
We a pon 2 - - - - - - - - - -
We a pon 3 - - - - - - - - - -
Ar mor 1 - - - - - - - - - -
Ar mor 2 - - - - - - - - - -
Ar mor 3 - - - - - - - - - -
We a l th 4 s. p. 2 s. p. 0 s. p. 1 s. p. 1 s. p. 1 3 8 s. p. 4 s. p. 4 6 s. p. 3 4 s. p. 7 s. p.
Mi sc e l l a ne ous B a se B a se B a se B a se Cl i ff Cl i ff Gr ua . Gr ua . Ki nde r Ki nde r

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 Troll
Charac te r Info. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Ge nde r M F M F M F M F M F
Di sposi ti on UN UI UN UI UN UI NN UN NN NN
Te mpe ra me nt CP MP CP PC CP MP CM CS CM PS
O c c upa ti on Be rse rk e r Sl a v e Gl a di a tor Sl a v e Ba ndi t Be rse rk e r Gl a di a tor Sl a v e -tra . Bl a c k sm. Bra sssm.
Le v e l 4 4 4 4 3 4 4 5 4 4
Phy si que 145 99 129 101 115 87 117 104 123 118
Phy si c a l Fi tne ss 135 114 134 42 67 78 96 122 89 97
Stre ngth 279 121 203 250 287 154 201 114 268 184
Bodi l y Attra c t. 51 42 75 1 1 10 55 108 27 111
He a l th 116 119 104 113 106 106 116 73 108 80
Cha ri sma 77 86 63 83 72 94 88 78 79 95
Fa c i a l Cha ri sma 51 83 39 78 69 88 46 106 52 125
Voc a l Cha ri sma 90 109 77 108 86 103 101 85 91 110
Ki ne ti c Cha . 60 43 30 47 48 86 80 31 79 41
Rhe tori c a l Cha . 108 111 108 99 87 102 125 93 97 104
De xte ri ty 80 98 88 82 87 73 85 85 71 81
Ha nd-E y e 101 97 82 60 92 70 75 100 72 45
Agi l i ty 33 93 78 66 54 72 92 42 47 74
Appendix 6: Aedile Characters

Re a c ti on Spe e d 77 91 110 86 105 69 80 91 72 91

E nunc i a ti on 109 112 85 118 99 81 94 109 94 114
Inte l l i ge nc e 30 57 47 36 47 35 122 111 114 117
La ngua ge 1 43 34 2 51 14 130 130 102 119
Ma th 22 34 14 24 36 39 104 97 153 115
Ana l y ti c 15 39 50 44 30 32 135 110 89 115
Spa ti a l 82 113 91 74 73 57 119 107 114 120
Wi sdom 88 80 87 101 96 87 100 92 111 107
Dri v e 90 66 120 116 114 56 116 89 95 104
Intui ti on 119 67 65 111 91 106 96 97 126 129
Common Se nse 78 84 80 72 79 70 95 109 110 96
Re fl e c ti on 67 105 83 108 101 119 95 73 113 102
LP 43 29 38 43 45 31 39 25 42 33
MP - - - - - - - - - -
CA 3 13 10 8 6 9 13 4 5 10
We a pon 1 - - - - - - Pa rti sa n Fa uc ha rd Ha mme r Ha mme r
We a pon 2 - - - - - - - Whi p - -
We a pon 3 - - - - - - - - - -
Ar mor 1 - - - - - - Pl a t e S u i t - - -
Ar mor 2 - - - - - - - - - -
Ar mor 3 - - - - - - - - - -
We a l th 1 s. p. 9 s. p. 3 s. p. 5 6 s. p. 9 2 s. p. 0 s. p. 9 s. p. 1 3 s. p. 4 s. p. 6 0 7 s. p.
Mi sc e l l a ne ous Borb. Borb. Borb. Hi l l Hi l l Hi l l Sub. Sub. Sub. Sub.

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 Appendix 7: Names

Appendix 7: Names
Although most names in this appendix are The names for elves have been referenced
given at birth, some ogres and trolls have only nick- from Anglo-Saxon Old English names from Bede’s
names. If a character dislikes their birth name, then A History of the English Church and People. Sur-
they may choose another name as a nickname. names are foreign to elves. When 2 elves share the
However, most characters go by their birth name. same name, they are distinguished by occupation,
The first names for anakim and humans have residence, or renown. For example, Aelfwine the
been referenced from 1332 A.D. in Lincolnshire, bard, Aelfwine from Deep Forest, or Aelfwine the
England. The anakim and human surnames have harmonious.
been referenced from www.medievalgenealogy Kobolds have Indonesian names. Although
.org.uk. these names did not originate in Europe, and so they
The names for bugbears have been refer- violate an assumption of the game, they were se-
enced from Icelandic medieval prefixes and suffixes. lected due to their sound and the similarity in height
Although it is historically inaccurate to randomly as- between Indonesians and F.A.T.A.L. kobolds. Sur-
sign an engendered Icelandic medieval prefix to a names are foreign to kobolds. When 2 kobolds share
suffix, both bugbear first and last names are gener- the same name, they are distinguished by occupa-
ated in this manner, since bugbears are not meant tion, residence, or renown. For example, Masri the
to fully represent Icelandic peoples. Bugbear sur- miner, Masri from Deep Mines, or Masri the mali-
names are not passed on from generation to gen- cious master.
eration, but are divined at birth. The names for subterranean trolls have been
The names for dwarves have been refer- referenced from Classical Greece. Names of popu-
enced from medieval German names circa 1200-1250 lar people such as Aristotle and Plato have been
A.D. Surnames are foreign to dwarves. When 2 omitted. Surnames are foreign to subterranean trolls.
dwarves share the same name, they are distinguished When 2 subterranean trolls share the same name,
by occupation, residence, or renown. For example, they are distinguished by occupation, residence, or
Swikerus the blacksmith, Swikerus from Deep renown. For example, Stasinos the sorcerer, Stasinos
Mountain, or Swikerus the slayer. from Deep Cavern, or Stasinos the salubrious.

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 Anakim/Human Male First Names 283 Everard
Roll Result 284 Firmin
001 Abelot 285 Fulk
002-010 Adam 286-296 Geoffrey
011-020 Alan 297-307 George
021-030 Alexander 308-318 Gerard
031 Alvered 319 Gervase
032 Alward 320-330 Gilbert
033 Ouerid 331-341 Giles
034-044 Andrew 342 Gocelin
045 Anger 343-353 Godfrey
046 Anselm 354 Godricus
047 Anselin 355 Godhuwe
048 Anselm 356-366 Gregory
049-059 Arnold 367-377 Guy
060 Ascun 378 Hamo
061 Asfrid 379 Hamund
062 Aslin 380 Hastulf
063 Asselin 381 Hastulphus
064 Athelard 382-392 Harvey
065 Aubrey 393 Helmin
066 Albredus 394-404 Henry
Appendix 7: Names

067-077 Augustine 405-415 Herbert

078 Ayuer 416 Hereward
079-089 Baldric 417-427 Herman
090-100 Baldwin 428-438 Hubert
101-110 Bartholomew 439 Huberdus
111 Bate 440-450 Hugh
112 Bathe 451-461 Humphrey
113-123 Benedict 462 Ingelram
124-134 Bernard 463 Ivo
135-145 Boniface 464-474 James
146-156 Boneface 475 Joce
157-167 Brian 476-486 Joel
168-178 Bryan 487-507 John
179 Brice 508-518 Johannes
180-190 Clement 519-529 Jordan
191-200 Collyng 530-540 Joseph
201-210 Conan 541 Lambert
211-221 Daniel 542-552 Laurence
222-242 David 553-563 Luke
243 Dauit 564-574 Lucas
244 Ebulus 575 Magnus
245 Echard 576 Manselm
246-256 Edmund 577-587 Martin
257-267 Edward 588-598 Matthew
268 Elias 599 Mauger
269 Eliseus 600-610 Michael
270 Eudo 611-621 Nicholas
271 Odo 622-632 Nigel
272-282 Eustace 633-644 Norman
645-655 Oliver

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656 Ornereus Anakim/Human Female First Names
657 Osbert Roll Result
658 Pain 01 Adelina
659-669 Paul 02 Agnes
670-680 Peter 03 Annice
681-691 Philip 04 Amice
692-702 Ralph 05 Amisia
703 Ranulph 06 Alba
704 Ran 07 Albreda
705-715 Raymund 08 Alcousa
716 Redemund 09 Aldusa
717 Remund 10 Aldus
718-728 Reginald 11 Alice
729 Reiner 12 Alota
730 Reyner 13 Olicia
731-741 Richard 14 Amabilia
742 Richer 15 Amabel
743-753 Robert 16 Mabilia
754 Rober 17 Anabel
755-765 Robertus 18 Amya
766-776 Roger 19 Avice
777-787 Roland 20 Avota

Appendix 7: Names
788 Rowland 21 Basilia
789 Roul 22 Beatrice
790 Salamon 23 Catherine
791-801 Samson 24 Katherine
802 Seman 25 Cecily
803 Sewel 26 Clarice
804 Swalle 27 Colletta
805-815 Simon 28 Columba
816 Siward 29 Constance
817 Stiward 30 Dionisia
818-828 Stephen 31 Dulcy
829 Theobald 32 Dulce
830-840 Thomas 33 Eglotina
841 Thoams 34 Eleanor
842-852 Tomas 35 Elizabeth
853 Thorald 36 Emcyna
854 Thorold 37 Emma
855 Trewe 38 Eryngerd
856-866 Vincent 39 Eufemia
867-887 Vivian 40 Eva
888 Walrand 41 Eve
889 Walerand 42 Felice
890-930 Walter 43 Geva
931-939 Walterus 44 Jeua
940 Warin 45 Jeva
941-950 Warner 46 Gundreda
951-990 William 47 Gunnilda
991-992 Willam 48 Hawise
993-994 Willia 49 Edusa
995-1000 Wimund

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 50 Helen Anakim/Human Last Names
51 Elena Roll Result
52 Helewise 001-005 Acklam
53 Helewisia 006 Argentein
54 Hugelina 007-010 Asthorpe
55 Idonea 011-012 Bagshaw
56 Idonia 013-014 Baggily
57 Imania 015-016 Baguley
58 Incotera 017-018 Ballard
59 Innocentia 019-020 Barham
60 Ingus 021-045 Barrington
61 Isabel 046 Bath
62 Isolda 047-048 Baynton
63 Ivetta 049-050 Bending
64 Joan 051-075 Berkeley
65 Juliana 076-085 Bickerstaff
66 Jualiana 086-090 Bicknell
67 Letice 091-095 Bigod
68 Lecia 096-097 Bohun
69 Leta 098-107 Bond
70 Letea 108 Bostock
71 Lota 109 Boucy
Appendix 7: Names

72 Love 110 Bovingdon

73 Loua 111 Bovington
74 Lovia 112 Boynton
75 Lucy 113 Branscombe
76 Margaret 114 Braose
77 Magota 115-118 Brett
78 Margery 119-120 Brettenham
79 Mariora 120-123 Brettingham
80 Mary 124-125 Brough
81 Mariota 126-142 Bruce
82 Maryota 143-144 Bruis
83 Matilda 145-146 Brus
84 Milicent 147-148 Buffry
85 Muriolda 149-150 Buron
86 Nichola 151-175 Byron
87 Nicholaa 176 Carminow
88 Olive 177-200 Carpenter
89 Osanna 201-205 Chester
90 Petronilla 206-207 Clare
91 Quenilda 208-209 Clavell
92 Richilda 210-211 Clopton
93 Rose 212-213 Coggeshall
94 Sabina 214-215 Colclough
95 Sarah 216-220 Combs
96 Sanuuicula 221-222 Cope
97 Sybil 223-224 Corbet
98 Wymark 225-227 Corbett
99 Wymarca 228-233 Cornwall
100 Wymerca 234 Cottle

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235-240 Courtenay 445-455 Penhallow
241-245 Daniell 456-470 Penrose
246-250 Despenser 471-475 Pole
251-252 Dufton 476-480 Poole
253-254 Duke 481-510 Putnam
255 Dymoke 511-515 Puttenham
256 Eacott 516-535 Radclyffe
257 Epes 536-537 Redvers
258 Eppes 538-539 Ridel
259-260 Etton 540-541 Rushworth
261-262 Fairhall 542-570 Sackett
263-265 Farthing 571-600 Salisbury
266 Fauntleroy 601-610 Sankey
267 Ferrers 611-640 Saunders
268-270 Fiske 641-645 Scrope
271 Foljambe 646-650 Scudamore
272-273 Fowler 651-660 Skidmore
274 Freer 661-680 Sewell
275 Giffard 681-710 Seymour
276-290 Greenwood 711-730 Shelton
291-300 Grey 731-732 Shillito
301-350 Hall 733-740 Siswick

Appendix 7: Names
301-305 Harcourt 741-840 Smith
306-307 Hatcliffe 841-860 Smithson
308-309 Hawley 861-862 Snoxhill
310-311 Hoar 863-890 Stafford
312-320 Hore 891-895 Stradling
321-322 Houby 896-900 Stratton
323-324 Jermy 901-905 Sydenham
325-326 Juby 906-910 Tew
327-328 Knyvett 911-915 Thwenge
329-330 Lacy 916-920 Tonge
331-335 Langley 921-925 Tosny
336-340 Langstaff 926-930 Tuddenham
341-345 Latham 931-935 Umfreville
346-347 Lawton 936-940 Urry
348-349 Loges 941-942 Vere
350-355 Lomax 943-944 Waad
356-360 Marshal 945-950 Wade
361-362 Messenger 951-952 Wakely
363-364 Montague 953-955 Walsh
365-366 Montfort 956 Waleys
367-387 Montgomery 957 Warenne
388-399 Mortimer 958 Waterhouse
400-401 Mowbray 959-960 Welles
402-410 Mulcaster 961-970 Wells
411-412 Muschamp 971-980 West”
413-414 Norfleet 981-990 Westcott
415-440 Norris 991-1000 Winter
441-442 Pamplin
443-444 Pecche

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 Bugbear Male Names - Prefixes 83-84 Run
Roll Result 85-86 Sig
01-02 A 87-88 Stein
03-04 Adal 89-90 Svein
05-06 Ai 91-92 Sae
07-08 Arinn 93-94 Ulf
09-10 Arn 95-96 Ve
11-12 As 97-98 Ver
13-14 Aud 99-100 Vest
15-16 Berg
17-18 Bjorg Bugbear Male Names - Suffixes
19-20 Borg Roll Result
21-22 Bot 01-02 arinn
23-24 Brynj 03-05 arr
25-26 Dag 06-07 bard
27 Ei 08-10 bjartr
28-29 Ellidi 11-12 bjorn
30 Ey 13-15 bogi
31-32 Finn 16-17 brandr
33 Frid 18-20 dorr
34-35 Gard 21-22 fastr
36 Gjaf 23-25 finnr
Appendix 7: Names

37-38 God 26-27 fredr

39-40 Grim 28-30 fuss
41-42 Gunn 31-32 gautr
43 Ha 33-35 geirr
44-45 Haf 36-37 gisl
46 Hag 38-40 grimr
47-48 Hall 41-42 hvatr
49 Her 43-45 kell
50-51 Hild 46-47 ketill
52 Hjalm 48-50 laugr
53-54 Holm 51-52 leifr
55 Hrafn 53-55 leikr
56-57 Hreid 56-57 ljotr
58 Hrod 58-60 lidi
59-60 Hroll 61-62 madr
61 Hun 63-65 marr
62-63 Ing 66-67 mundi
64 Io 68-70 oddr
65-66 Is 71-72 olf
67 Jo 73-75 olfr
68-69 Ketil 76-77 ormr
70 Klepp 78-80 orr
71-72 Kol 81-82 rekr
73 Lamb 83-85 rodr
74-75 Lljot 86-87 steinn
76 Odd 88-90 sveinn
77-78 Orm 91-92 ulfr
79-80 Rad 93-95 vardr
81-82 Ref 96-97 vidr
98-100 vindr

952
 Bugbear Female Names - Prefixes Bugbear Female Names - Suffixes
Roll Result Roll Result
01-02 Adal 01-04 bera
03-04 Arn 05-08 bjorg
05-06 As 09-12 bjort
07-08 Ast 13-16 dis
09-10 Aud 17-20 dora
11-12 Berg 21-24 finna
13-14 Borg 25-28 fljod
15-16 Bot 29-32 fridr
17-18 Bryn 33-36 gerdr
19-20 Dag 37-40 grima
21-22 Drop 41-44 gunnr
23-24 Dyr 45-48 heidr
25-26 Eir 49-52 hildr
27-28 Ey 53-56 katla
29-30 Frid 57-60 laug
31-32 Geir 61-64 leif
33-34 God 65-68 ljot
35-36 Grim 69-72 maer
37-38 Gunn 73-76 ny
39-40 Haf 77-80 ora

Appendix 7: Names
41-42 Hall 81-84 ridr
43-44 Heim 85-88 run
45-46 Her 89-92 uhnr
47-48 Hild 93-96 veig
49-50 Hjalm 97-100 vor
51-52 Hjor
53-54 Holm Dwarven Male Names
55-56 Hrafn Roll Result
57-58 Hrod 01 Anshelmus
59-60 Hun 02 Baldemarus
61-62 Ing 03 Berhdoldus
63-64 Io 04 Berwelfus
65-66 Is 05 Burkardus
67-68 Jo 06 Ciprianus
69-70 Jor 07 Cunradus
71-72 Kol 08 Cuno
73-74 Ljot 09 Dammo
75-76 Lofn 10 Deigenhardus
77-78 Odd 11 Didericus
79-80 Og 12 Dimarus
81-83 Ol 13 Ditmarus
84-86 Orm 14 Ditwinus
87-89 Sigr 15 Dudo
90-92 Stein 16 Eberhardus
93-96 Ulfr 17 Everwinus
97-100 Ve 18 Eckardus
19 Eginolf
20 Einolfus
21 Embrico

953
 22 Emelricus 73 Petrus
23 Emercho 74 Reinboldus
24 Emicho 75 Ripertus
25 Endemannus 76 Roricus
26 Ermenoldus 77 Rudegerus
27 Fridebertus 78 Rubertus
28 Fridebraht 79 Ruthardus
29 Fridericus 80 Sibertus
30 Gelfradus 81 Siboldus
31 Gerbertus 82 Sibragtus
32 Gerbodo 83 Sibratus
33 Gerbotho 84 Sifridus
34 Gerhardus 85 Sigenandus
35 Gerlacus 86 Swikerus
36 Gernandus 87 Viricus
37 Giselberdus 88 Wernerus
38 Giso 89 Wecelo
39 Godscalcus 90 Withekindus
40 Godesmannus 91 Widradus
41 Gunterus 92 Wigandus
42 Guntramus 93 Wikerus
43 Gunzelinus 94 Wilhelmus
Appendix 7: Names

44 Gotwinus 95 Wintherus
45 Hapertus 96 Wortwinus
46 Harpernus 97-100 Reroll
47 Hartmannus
48 Hartmudus Dwarven Female Names
49 Heidolfus Roll Result
50 Heinricus 01-05 Adelheidis
51 Helfricus 06-10 Aleidis
52 Hertwicus 11-15 Alberadis
53 Hetzkinus 16-20 Berta
54 Hildebrandus 21-25 Binhildis
55 Hupertus 26-30 Constantia
56 Hugo 31-35 Evfemia
57 Jofridus 36-40 Gerhild
58 Lentfridus 41-45 Gertrudis
59 Ludewicus 46-50 Guda
60 Ludoldus 51-55 Chunegundis
61 Lvfridus 56-60 Hedewigis
62 Luitfridus 61-65 Heidindrudis
63 Marquardus 66-70 Hildeburgis
64 Meffridus 71-75 Yrmengardis
65 Meinfridus 76-80 Judda
66 Meingotus 81-85 Lugardis
67 Mengotus 86-90 Lucardis
68 Nibelungus 91-95 Methildis
69 Nidungus 96-100 Reinhedis
70 Ortolfus
71 Ortwinus
72 Otto

954
 Elven Male Names 393-400 Eadric
Roll Result 401-408 Edric
001-008 Alric 409-416 Eadwyn
009-016 Aelle 417-424 Aeduini
017-024 Aelli 425-432 Eafa
025-032 Aelfwine 433-440 Eanfrid
033-040 Aelfuini 441-448 Earconbert
041-048 Aedelbert 449-456 Earconberct
049-056 Aedilberct 457-464 Earpwald
057-064 Aedelfrid 465-472 Eorpuald
065-072 Aedilfrid 473-480 Egbert
073-080 Aedelhun 481-488 Ecgberct
081-088 Aedilhum 489-496 Egfrid
089-096 Aedelred 497-504 Ecgfrid
097-104 Aedilred 505-512 Egric
105-112 Aedelwald 513-520 Ecgric
113-120 Aediluald 521-528 Eni
121-128 Aedelwalh 529-536 Hengist
129-136 Aedilualch 537-544 Hereric
137-144 Alchfrid 545-552 Hlothere
145-152 Aldfrid 553-560 Hlotheri
153-160 Aldhelm 561-568 Horsa

Appendix 7: Names
161-168 Alduini 569-576 Hunwald
169-176 Aldwulf 577-584 Horsa
177-184 Alduulf 585-592 Hunwald
185-192 Alric 593-600 Hunuald
193-200 Andhun 601-608 Immin
201-208 Anna 609-616 Irminric
209-216 Berdun 617-624 Octa
217-224 Bercthun 625-632 Oeric
225-232 Bertwald 633-640 Offa
233-240 Berctuald 641-648 Osfrid
241-248 Caedmon 649-656 Osred
249-256 Caelin 657-664 Osric
257-264 Cearl 665-672 Oswald
265-272 Ceolwulf 673-680 Osuald
271-280 Ceoluulf 681-688 Oswy
281-288 Coenred 689-696 Osuiu
289-296 Coenwalh 697-704 Oswyn
297-304 Coenualch 705-712 Osuini
305-312 Cuichelm 713-720 Peada
313-320 Cuobert 721-728 Penda
321-328 Cudberct 729-736 Raegenhere
329-336 Cynegels 737-744 Raegenheri
337-344 Cynigils 745-752 Redwald
345-352 Cynefrid 754-760 Reduald
353-360 Cynifrid 761-768 Ricbert
361-368 Eadbald 769-776 Ricberct
369-376 Eadbert 777-784 Sabert
377-384 Eadberct 785-792 Saberct
385-392 Eadfrid 793-800 Sebbi

955
 801-808 Sigbert 64-66 Earcongota
809-816 Sigberct 67-69 Earcongotae
819-824 Sighard 70-72 Edyd
825-832 Sighere 73-75 Eadgyd
833-840 Sigheri 76-78 Hilda
841-848 Swefred 79-81 Hereswid
849-856 Suefred 82-85 Osoryd
857-864 Swidhelm 86-89 Sexburg
865-872 Thrydwulf 90-95 Tortgyd
873-880 Thryduulf 96-100 Torctgyd
881-888 Tondbert
889-896 Tondberct Kobold Male Names
897-904 Tondhere Roll Result
905-912 Tondheri 001-009 Abadi
913-920 Wictred 010-018 Abadi
921-928 Uictred 019-027 Abimanyu
929-936 Wilfrid 028-036 Acawarman
937-944 Uinfrid 037-045 Adnan
945-952 Wini 046-054 Agung
953-960 Uini 055-063 Agus
961-968 Wuffa 064-072 Ahmet
969-976 Uuffa 073-081 Airlangga
Appendix 7: Names

977-984 Wuscfrea 082-090 Ajirake

985-988 Uuscfrea 091-099 Ajisaka
989-992 Wulfhere 100-108 Alam
993-996 Uulfheri 109-117 Alimin
997-1000 Yffi 118-126 Amangku
127-135 Amangkurat
Elven Female Names 136-144 Amir
Roll Result 145-153 Anusanatha
01-03 Acha 154-162 Ardharaja
04-06 Achae 163-171 Ariawan
07-09 Aelffled 172-180 Arief
10-12 Aelbfled 181-189 Arjuna
13-15 Aedelberga 190-198 Asih
16-18 Aedilberg 199-207 Atok
19-21 Aedeldreda 208-216 Azis
22-24 Aedeldryd 217-225 Badaruddin
25-27 Aedilthryd 226-234 Balaputra
28-30 Aedelhild 235-243 Balihung
31-33 Aedilhild 244-252 Bambang
34-36 Breguswid 253-261 Batara
37-39 Bregusuid 262-270 Batuta
40-42 Coenberg 271-279 Bejo
43-45 Quoenburg 280-288 Beni
46-48 Cyneburg 289-297 Bidar
49-51 Cyniburg 298-306 Burhanuddin
52-54 Cynwise 307-315 Cahyadi
55-57 Cynuise 316-324 Cecep
58-60 Eabae 325-333 Chairul
61-63 Eanfled 334-342 Chakakirti

956
343-351 Chandrabhanu 802-810 Prawira
352-360 Chariyaka 811-819 Purnadi
361-369 Dadit 820-828 Ranga
370-378 Dafit 829-837 Riska
379-387 Daksa 838-846 Sahid
388-396 Dede 847-855 Sampurno
397-405 Deeda 856-864 Satyawati
406-414 Dipohito 865-873 Senopati
415-423 Dewantara 874-882 Setiawan
424-432 Dewapaladewa 883-891 Slamet
433-441 Dharmawangsa 892-900 Suharto
442-450 Didha 901-909 Syarifuddin
451-459 Didit 910-918 Teungku
460-468 Dipanegara 919-927 Ucok
469-477 Dono 928-936 Ujang
478-486 Duat 937-945 Warlito
487-495 Hamengku 946-954 Wirapandya
496-504 Hamidon 955-963 Yoyok
505-513 Hasanuddin 964-972 Yunus
514-522 Hatta 973-982 Zach
523-531 Hiawang 983-1000 Zainuri
532-540 Hulanapo

Appendix 7: Names
541-549 Indarto Kobold Female Names
550-558 Iwan Roll Result
559-567 Janggam 001-009 Adinda
568-576 Jatawaman 010-018 Amajanti
577-585 Jayakatong 019-027 Amnah
586-594 Kasan 028-036 Amsia
595-603 Kertajaya 037-045 Ani
604-612 Kraeng 046-054 Arina
613-621 Kuhkuh 055-063 Asmarina
622-630 Kundugga 064-072 Asri
631-639 Kurniadi 073-081 Astrid
640-648 Maharasa 082-090 Butet
649-657 Mahisa 091-099 Cahayani
658-666 Mangkubuni 100-108 Chairania
667-675 Manusama 109-117 Dahliana
676-684 Marturak 118-126 Damayanti
685-693 Masri 127-135 Darlicia
694-702 Mauliwarmadewa 136-144 Dedes
703-711 Mochtar 145-153 Dewati
712-720 Muda 154-162 Dewi
721-729 Narotama 163-171 Duvinse
730-738 Natsir 172-180 Etti
739-747 Natzar 181-189 Fitri
748-756 Niviko 190-198 Haeyanti
757-765 Noor 199-207 Harmeni
766-774 Paino 208-216 Hartini
775-783 Pak 217-225 Herna
784-792 Panembahan 226-234 Hersanti
793-801 Parameswara 235-243 Hertati

957
 244-252 Hidata 703-711 Showfawati
253-261 Hidayati 712-720 Siska
262-270 Ida 721-729 Soemadiredja
271-279 Iin 730-738 Soesanti
280-288 Irwan 739-747 Soewarsih
289-297 Izzati 748-756 Srihati
298-306 Jumilah 757-765 Suminten
307-315 Juminten 766-774 Suradnya
316-324 Kemala 775-783 Suryani
325-333 Kemiriati 784-792 Sutiati
334-342 Khadisya 793-801 Syagini
343-351 Kirana 802-810 Tarakanita
352-360 Kiyesha 811-819 Taty
361-369 Komang 820-828 Tharia
370-378 Krisnaruri 829-837 Tien
379-387 Laksari 838-846 Tika
388-396 Lauana 847-855 Timunggur
397-405 Lempitenan 856-864 Tirta
406-414 Lilyana 865-873 Titin
415-423 Listiani 874-882 Tiza
424-432 Made 883-891 Tumanniranga
433-441 Manisya 892-900 Turaroll
Appendix 7: Names

442-450 Maruaya 901-909 Ulfah

451-459 Mawayani 910-918 Visi
460-468 Megowati 919-927 Wellia
469-477 Meuthia 928-936 Widiyawait
478-486 Mira 937-945 Wiwit
487-495 Mitya 946-954 Yasmeen
496-504 Muriyani 955-963 Yatun
505-513 Murni 964-972 Yayuk
514-522 Murniyani 973-1000 Yustiani
523-531 Musodah
532-540 Mutiara Base Ogre Male Nickname Prefixes
541-549 Nabylla Roll Result
550-558 Naila 01-16 Ass-
559-567 Niloprina 17-32 Body-
568-576 Ninah 33-48 Face-
577-585 Nini 49-64 Head-
586-594 Noor 65-80 Life-
595-603 Novena 81-100 Shit-
604-612 Novi
613-621 Octovina
Base Ogre Male Nickname Suffixes
622-630 Parmi
Roll Result
631-639 Parwati
01-16 Beater
640-648 Rachmatilla
17-32 Crusher
649-657 Raden
33-48 Masher
658-666 Rahmania
49-64 Pounder
667-675 Rasuna
65-80 Smasher
676-684 Retno
81-100 Squisher
685-693 Riena
694-702 Septi

958
 Cliff Ogre Male Nickname Prefixes Borb. & Hill Troll Nickname Prefixes
Roll Result Roll Result
01-16 Body- 01-16 Ass-
17-32 Bystander- 17-32 Body-
33-48 Creature- 33-48 Face-
49-64 Person- 49-64 Head-
65-80 Traveler- 65-80 Life-
81-100 Wanderer- 81-100 Shit-

Cliff Ogre Male Nickname Suffixes Borb. & Hill Troll Nickname Suffixes
Roll Result Roll Result
01-16 Bumper 01-16 Clawer
17-32 Forcer 17-32 Eater
33-48 Hurler 33-48 Gasher
49-64 Kicker 49-64 Killer
65-80 Thrower 65-80 Slasher
81-100 Tosser 81-100 Tearer

Gruagach Male Nickname Prefixes Subterranean Troll Male Names

Roll Result Roll Result
01-16 Dumb- 001-004 Adeimon

Appendix 7: Names
17-32 Fat- 005-008 Andrastos
33-48 Inept- 009-012 Aelian
49-64 Lazy- 013-016 Agathias
65-80 Nasty- 017-020 Agathon
81-100 Stupid- 021-024 Agrias
025-028 Agrios
Gruagach Male Nickname Suffixes 029-032 Aigisthos
Roll Result 033-036 Akastos
01-33 Ass 037-040 Akousilaos
34-66 Fuck 041-044 Aktorion
67-100 Shit 045-048 Aleos
049-052 Alkamenes
053-056 Alkyoneos
Kinder-Fresser Male Nickname Prefixes
057-060 Ameipsias
Roll Result
061-064 Amythaon
01-16 Baby-
065-068 Anaxagoras
17-32 Child-
069-072 Anaxandrides
33-48 Daughter-
073-076 Anaxandros
49-64 Infant-
077-080 Andraimon
65-80 Junior-
081-084 Ankhialos
81-100 Son-
085-088 Antheos
089-092 Antidios
Kinder Fresser Male Nickname Suffixes 093-096 Antiklos
Roll Result 097-100 Antimakhos
01-16 Abductor 101-104 Antiphon
17-32 Eater 105-108 Apollokrates
33-48 Lurer 109-112 Aretos
49-64 Stealer 113-116 Argaeos
65-80 Taker 117-120 Aristides
81-100 Thief 121-124 Aristodemos

959
 125-128 Aristomakhos 329-332 Gyras
129-132 Ariston 333-336 Halithersis
133-136 Arkhelaos 337-340 Hegelokos
137-140 Arkhenomos 341-344 Hekataios
141-144 Arkhilokhos 345-348 Helikon
145-148 Arktinos 349-352 Hellanikos
149-152 Asteris 353-356 Herakleito
153-156 Athamas 357-360 Hesykios
157-160 Athernaeos 361-364 Hieron
161-164 Autolykos 365-368 Hipparinos
165-168 Bakkylides 369-372 Hippias
169-172 Bathyklis 373-376 Hippokratides
173-176 Boeotos 377-380 Hipponax
177-180 Bukolion 381-384 Hippotades
181-184 Daitor 385-388 Hippotas
185-188 Damastes 389-392 Hyas
189-192 Damastorides 393-396 Hyginos
193-196 Damoskles 397-400 Hyllos
197-200 Deiphontes 401-404 Hyperes
201-204 Demaratos 405-408 Hyrieos
205-208 Diagoras 409-412 Iasion
209-212 Dieitrephes 413-416 Iason
Appendix 7: Names

213-216 Dikaiarkhos 417-420 Iobates

217-220 Diogenes 421-424 Iophon
221-224 Diokles 425-428 Isokrates
225-228 Diomedes 429-432 Kallinos
229-232 Dolios 433-436 Kannadis
233-236 Dolon 437-440 Karsinos
237-240 Doryssos 441-444 Kephalion
241-244 Douris 445-448 Kephisophon
245-248 Drakon 449-452 Kerkops
249-252 Dymas 453-456 Kerkylas
253-256 Endymion 457-460 Kharaxos
257-260 Epameinon 461-465 Kharilaos
261-264 Ephoros 466-470 Kharmides
265-268 Erasinides 471-475 Kinaithon
269-272 Eratosthenes 476-480 Kinesias
273-276 Erigyos 481-485 Kisos
277-280 Eugamon 486-490 Kisseos
281-284 Eumelos 491-495 Kleitophon
285-288 Eunomos 496-500 Kleophon
289-292 Eupeithes 501-505 Klidemides
293-296 Euphronios 506-510 Klodaios
297-300 Eurypon 511-515 Koroibos
301-304 Eurysthenes 516-520 Krates
305-308 Eusebios 521-525 Kritias
309-312 Eustathios 526-530 Kronides
313-316 Euthymides 531-535 Ktesias
317-320 Galen 536-540 Kylix
321-324 Gargaros 541-545 Lamakhos
325-328 Glaukon 546-550 Lampos

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551-555 Lesches 806-810 Prytanis
556-560 Likas 811-815 Pyrilampes
561-565 Lykaon 816-820 Pythangelos
566-570 Lykis 821-825 Salmoneos
571-575 Lykophron 826-830 Scylax
576-580 Lykos 831-835 Sosibios
581-585 Lysander 836-840 Stasinos
586-590 Lysias 841-845 Steisikoros
591-595 Maeon 846-850 Sthenelos
596-600 Makarios 851-855 Synkellos
601-605 Medon 856-860 Telamon
606-610 Melanippos 861-865 Telemakhos
611-615 Melikertes 866-870 Telephos
616-620 Menares 871-875 Telesphoros
621-625 Miltiades 876-880 Telestas
626-630 Molon 881-885 Temenos
631-635 Morsimos 886-890 Teres
636-640 Myrmex 891-895 Teukros
641-645 Myrsilos 896-900 Teuthras
646-650 Nikandros 901-905 Thaos
651-655 Nikomakhos 906-910 Themistokles
656-660 Oeneos 911-915 Theognis

Appendix 7: Names
661-665 Orestes 916-920 Theopompos
666-670 Paionios 921-925 Theramenes
671-675 Pandareos 926-930 Thon
676-680 Pantakles 931-935 Timaios
681-685 Panyassis 936-940 Tithonos
686-690 Peirithoos 941-950 Timaios
691-695 Peisandros 951-960 Tithonos
696-700 Pelias 961-970 Tydeos
701-705 Pelion 971-980 Tykhios
706-710 Perikles 981-990 Tyrrhaeos
711-715 Phalkes 991-1000 Xenokles
716-720 Pheidon
721-725 Pherekydes Subterranean Troll Female Names
726-730 Philokles Roll Result
731-735 Philoktetes 001-006 Aethra
736-740 Phorkys 007-012 Agave
741-745 Phormisios 013-018 Alkmene
746-750 Photios 019-024 Alkyone
751-755 Phrixos 025-030 Althaea
756-760 Phrontis 031-036 Amaxerete
761-765 Phrynikhos 037-042 Arakhne
766-770 Pittakos 043-048 Arethusa
771-775 Pittheos 049-054 Aristomache
776-780 Polybios 055-060 Arsinoe
781-785 Polyidos 061-066 Artakie
786-790 Priamos 067-072 Artemisia
791-795 Prodikos 073-078 Atalante
796-800 Proetos 079-084 Athame
801-805 Proklos 085-090 Atrytone

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 091-096 Atthis 409-414 Klymene
097-102 Auge 415-420 Klytie
103-108 Autonoe 421-426 Komaetho
109-114 Auxesia 427-432 Kore
115-120 Axiothea 433-438 Korkyre
121-126 Baukis 439-444 Koronis
127-132 Berenike 445-460 Ktimene
133-138 Briseis 461-466 Kynane
139-144 Damia 467-472 Kyrene
145-160 Danae 473-478 Kythereia
161-166 Deiphobe 479-484 Lampetie
167-172 Dirke 485-490 Lampito
173-178 Dryope 491-496 Lasthenia
179-184 Dyripetes 497-502 Leda
185-192 Eileithyia 503-508 Leukippe
192-198 Ekhidna 509-514 Leukothea
199-204 Ephyra 515-520 Lysimache
205-210 Euphrosyne 521-526 Maira
211-216 Eurydike 527-532 Makris
217-222 Eurykleia 533-538 Malea
223-228 Galanthis 539-544 Melampe
229-234 Glauke 545-550 Melanippe
Appendix 7: Names

235-240 Harpalyke 551-556 Melpomene

241-246 Hebe 557-562 Merope
247-252 Hermione 563-568 Metra
253-258 Hesione 569-574 Minthe
259-264 Hippodameia 575-580 Moira
265-270 Hippolyte 581-586 Mnasa
271-276 Hyperesia 587-592 Mnasadika
277-282 Hypsipyle 593-598 Myrrhine
283-288 Hyrnetho 599-604 Nauplia
289-294 Ino 605-610 Nausicaa
295-300 Iole 611-616 Neaira
301-306 Iphigenia 617-622 Nelea
307-312 Ismene 623-628 Nephele
313-318 Ismenia 629-634 Nikippe
319-324 Jokaste 635-640 Nyse
325-330 Kalliope 641-646 Oenone
331-336 Kallirhoe 647-652 Omphale
337-342 Kanake 653-658 Pais
343-348 Karye 659-664 Pasiphae
349-354 Kassiopeia 665-670 Peirene
355-360 Keto 671-676 Peitho
361-366 Kharybdis 677-682 Periboia
367-372 Khione 683-688 Perictione
373-378 Khloris 689-694 Phaia
379-384 Khryseis 695-700 Phaistis
385-390 Kilissa 701-706 Phaithusa
391-396 Kirke 707-712 Philyre
397-402 Kleito 713-718 Phylake
403-408 Kleonike 719-724 Pleione

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725-730 Podarge 853-858 Telegona
731-736 Polydamna 859-864 Telema
737-742 Polyhymnia 865-870 Telemake
743-748 Polykaste 871-876 Telesippa
749-754 Polyphema 877-882 Temese
755-760 Polyxene 883-888 Terpsichore
761-766 Potone 889-894 Tethys
767-772 Praxinoa 895-900 Thalia
773-778 Prokne 901-906 Thea
779-784 Psyke 907-912 Theano
785-790 Psyria 913-918 Thrinacia
791-796 Pyrrha 919-924 Thyone
797-804 Riphea 925-930 Tithone
805-810 Salmonea 931-936 Titye
811-816 Sangaria 937-942 Triptoleme
817-822 Sapheneia 943-950 Troile
823-828 Sisygambis 951-960 Trophonie
829-834 Stheneboia 961-970 Tyndare
835-840 Sthenele 971-980 Urania
841-846 Syrinx 981-990 Xanthe
847-852 Talaria 991-1000 Xuthe

Appendix 7: Names

963
 Alter Temperature 515 180
Index Ambidexterity 323
Ambiguity 111
Assault in Victim’s Home 181
Atmosphere 774
Ambitiousness 123 Attacking Foes 475
Amulets 740 Audio Range 517
A An Excellent Spell for Silencing, for Augment Charisma 517
Subjecting, 516 Augment Debauchery 517
Abasiophilia 131 Anakim 11, 175 Augment Dexterity 518
Abettors 978 Anal Circumference Potential 52 Augment Intelligence 518
Ability 68 Anal Depth Potential 52 Augment Magic 518
Ability Checks 74 Analytic 72 Augment Physique 518
Ablation 511 Anarchy 112, 162 Augment Piety 519
About Fatal Games 977 Anatomy 324 Augment Vision 519
AC 938 Angelic 151 Augment Wisdom 519
Acclimation 511 Animal Conditioner 207 Author 978
Aching Feet 512 Animal Conditioning 324 Autoabasiophilia 132
Acid 789 Animal Handling 324 Autocracy 162
Acidic Touch 512 Anklets 740 Avoidant Personality Disorder 132
Acids and Bases 789 Anorexia Nervosa 131
Acrobat 207 Anthrax 63 B
Acrotomophilia 131 Anti-venom 516 Bags 732
Acting, Drama 322 Antisocial Personality Disorder 131 Bailiff 212
Adultery 179 AP 785 Baker 212
Advancement 785 Apparel, Boots 720 Balance 326
Advancement and Skills 786 Apparel, Bracers 721 Bandit 213
Advancement Points 785 Apparel, Brassieres 721 Banish Allergy 519
Advancing a Level 786 Apparel, Cloaks 722 Banish Disease 520
Advancing Levels 205 Apparel, Dresses 722
Index

Banish Intoxication 520

Aedile 6 Apparel, Girdles 723 Banish Paralysis 520
Aedile Characters 780, 938 Apparel, Gloves 725 Banish Poison 520
Aerial Attacks 814 Apparel, Robes 725 Barber 213
Aerial Warfare 813 Appraise 325 Bard 214
Aerial Wounds 814 Appraiser 208 Barding 468
Against every Wild Animal, Aquatic Apprentice 201 Baron 215
Creature and Ro 512 Arachnid Feet 516 Baroness 215
Against Evil Sleep 513 Archers 808 Barrister 216
Against Menstruation 513 Architecture 325 Base 790
Age 39 Areola Diameter 50 Base Life Points 20
Agelast 513 Areola Hue 50 Bashfulness 123
Agility 71 Argumentative Players 775 Bashing Doors 483
Aging Effects 98 Aristocracy 162 Basketweaving 326
Agriculture 322 Armor 442, 455 Baths 172
Aim 323 Armor, Barding 726 Beadle 217
Air 335, 506, 507, 833 Armor, General Type 325 Beads 732
Akeldama 514 Armor, Heavy 730 Beggar 217
Alchemical, Elixirs 715 Armor, Light 729 Beguile Foe 521
Alchemical Liquids 715 Armor, Medium 730 Berserker 217
Alchemical, Oils 715 Armor, Shields 731 Bestow Aching Back 521
Alchemical, Ointments 716 Armor, Specific 326 Bestow Aeon 521
Alchemical, Philters 716 Armorer 208 Bestow Allergy 521
Alchemical, Potions 718 Armorsmithing 326 Bestow Asphyxiation 522
Alchemical, Salves 719 Arson 179 Bestow Aura 522
Alchemy 514 Artist 209 Bestow Blindness 523
Alcohol 59 Ascertain Properties 516 Bestow Blistering Boils 523
Aliter Dulcia 198 Assassin 210 Bestow Century 524
All for One 515 Assault 180 Bestow Convulsion 524
Allergies 58 Assault in Palace, Court, or Church

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Bestow Deafness 525 Breaking and Entering 182 CAP 474
Bestow Decade 525 Breathing 481 Capital 162
Bestow Disease 525 Brewer 222 Carpenter 226
Bestow Dislocation 526 Brewing 334 Carpentry 334
Bestow Earache 526 Brickmaker 223 Carrying Capacity 469
Bestow Fatigue 526 Brittlebone 534 Carter 226
Bestow Greater Harm 527 Brooches 741 Carter/Teamster 226
Bestow Harm 527 Brooms 732 Cartography 334
Bestow Headache 527 Brotheler 223 Cartwright 227
Bestow Ingrown Nail 528 Bubonic Plague 63 Carver 227
Bestow Intoxication 528 Buffoonery 123 CAS 474
Bestow Leprosy 529 Bugbear 17, 165, 175 Catching 334
Bestow Lesser Harm 529 Buggeric 151 Cauldrons 734
Bestow Loss of Appetite 530 Buggery 194 Ceiling Limit 813
Bestow Millennium 530 Bureaucracy 112, 163 Censers 732
Bestow Muteness 530 Burglary 182 Ceremonial Magic 500
Bestow Numbness 531 Burning 478 Chalices 732
Bestow Paralysis 531 Burning Bush 534 Chambermaid 228
Bestow Sniffles 532 Business Spell 534 Chance 112
Bestow Tooth-Rot 532 Butcher 225 Chancellor 229
Bestow Toothache 532 Chandler 229
Bestow Ulcer 533 C Changing Occupations 787
Bestow Virus 533 CA 474 Chants 502
Betrayal 111 CAB 474 Chaos Magic 501
Bipolar Disorder 132 Cabinetmaker 225 Character Concept 787
Birth Rank 149 CAH 474 Character Creation and Choice 774
Birth Status 146 Call Acid Rain 535 Character Death 497
Birthday 146 Character Sheets 820

Index
Call Animals 535
Birthplace 148 Call Avalanche 535 Charging 477
Blacksmith 218 Call Ball Lightning 536 Charioteer 230
Blacksmithing 327 Call Blizzard 536 Charioteering 334
Bladesmith 219 Call Chilly Gust 537 Charisma 70
Blasphemy 181 Call Comet 537 Charm for Causing Separation 545
Blindfighting 327 Call Familiar 537 Charm for Direct Vision 545
Boastfulness 123 Call Flood 537 Charm Small Mammal 546
Bodily Attractiveness 69 Call Fog 538 Charm to Break Enchantment 547
Body 39 Call Gale Wind 538 Charm to Break Spells 547
Body Part Points 39, 473 Call God 539 Charm to Induce Insomnia I 547
Body Part Proportion 44 Call Greater Item 539 Charm to Induce Insomnia II 547
Bookbinder 220 Call Guard Dog 539 Charm to Inflict Harm I 548
Bookbinding 327 Call Lesser Being 539 Charm to Inflict Harm II 549
Books 749 Call Light 540 Charm to Inflict Harm III 549
Boorishness 121 Call Lightning 540 Charm to Open a Door 550
Boots 720 Call Maggots 541 Charm to Subject 550
Borbytingarna 32 Call Magic Mail 541 Charms 742
Borderline Personality Disorder 132 Call Object 542 Cheesemaker 230
Bounty Hunter 220 Call Quake 543 Cheesemaking 336
Bowyer 221, 328 Call Tidal Wave 544 Chemistry 335
BPP 39, 473 Call Vermin 544 Chess Sets 733
Bracelets 741 Called Shots 484 Chests 733
Bracers 721 Callomania 132 Chicken Pox 64
Brass-smithing 328 Campaign of the Lost Souls 780 Chieftain 231
Brassieres 721 Cancer 64 Chivalry 157
Brawling 329, 478 Candlemaking 334 Choleric 126
Brazier 221 Candles 733 Choleric-Melancholic 130
Braziers 732 Canes 731 Choleric-Phlegmatic 130
Breadth 46 Choleric-Sanguine 129

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 Choreomania 133 Courtesan 237 Dependent Personality Disorder 133
Cigan 28, 29, 30, 152 Courtly Love 159 Depersonalization Disorder 133
Circle of Effect 245 Cover Tracks 554 Depression 134
City 162 Covetous Eyes 183 Detect Air 559
Claspmaker 231 Cowherd 237 Detect Choleric Temperament 559
Cleaning 336 Create Species 554 Detect Emotion 560
Clerk 232 Credits 979 Detect Ether 560
Climb 337 Crime and Punishment 179 Detect Evanescence 561
Climb Rate 814 Criminality 111 Detect Fire 560
Cloak 550 Crowns 742 Detect Immorality 561
Cloaks 722 Crucial Fumbles 496 Detect Inferiority 561
Clockmaker 233 Cryogenics 554 Detect Lie 561
Clockmaking 337 Cryoprobe 555 Detect Magic 561
Coal Foot 551 Cryotherapy 555 Detect Melancholic Temperament 562
Cobbler 234 Cunnilingus 341, 374 Detect Morality 562
Cobbling 337 Cup Size 50 Detect Object 562
Cocoon 551 Cup Spell 556 Detect Phlegmatic Temperament 563
Code of Chivalry 157, 158 Cupbearer 237 Detect Sanguine Temperament 563
Codexes 750 Currency 402 Detect Scent 564
Coercive Spell for Restraining 552 Current Armor 474 Detect Superiority 564
Coins 733 Current Armor against Brawling 474 Detect Surface Thoughts 564
Collier 235 Current Armor against Hacking 474 Detect Thoughts 565
Combat 470 Current Armor against Pounding 474 Detect Unethicality 565
Combat and Challenge 778 Current Armor against Stabbing 474 Detect Water 565
Comedy, Buffoonery 338 Current Direction 817 Determine Magic 566
Comedy, Physical 338 Current Strength 817 Detonation 566
Comedy, Pun 339 Cursus Publicus 171 Develop Breasts 567
Common Cold 64 Customs 161 Dexterity 71
Index

Common Sense 73 Cutler 238 Diabetes Insipidus 64

Communism 163 Cutpurse 285 Diagnosing 342
Communities 162 Dice 734
Community 111 D Dicemaker 240
Complete Healing 552 Dairymaid 238 Diminish Charisma 567
Condiments 774 Damage 433, 455 Diminish Debauchery 567
Conducting the Game 773 Damage by Armor and Type of Attack Diminish Dexterity 568
Confederacy 163 478 Diminish Intelligence 568
Confidence 121 Dance 341 Diminish Magic 568
Conflagration 553 Dancer 239 Diminish Physique 568
Conformity 110 De Medicamentis 556 Diminish Piety 569
Constellations 339 Death 497 Diminish Wisdom 569
Contortion 339 Debauchery 156 Direction Sense 342
Contraceptive Spell 553 Debauchery Discrepancy Penalty 374 Disarm 342
Convert to Cannibal 553 Debt 184 Discipline, Spell Level, and Norms
Convocation 507 Decortication 557 507
Cook 235 Defending Against Foes 475 Disciplines of Magic 506
Cooking 340 Defenistration 557 Discursivity 569
Cooper 236 Delivery Penalty 433, 455 Disease 63
Coppersmith 236 Delouser 239 Disguise 343
Coppersmithing 340 Delousing 341 Dishonest Merchant 184
Coprophilia 133 Dementia 133 Dismemberment 343
Corroding 478 Democracy 163 Disposition 101, 779
Cosmetics 340 Demographics and Occupational Level Dissociative Fugue 134
Cosmos, General Planes 341 160 Dissociative Identity Disorder 134
Cosmos, Specific Plane 341 Demokritos’ Sphere 558 Distinction 111
Council of War 808 Demokritos’ Table Gimmicks 558 Dive Rate 814
Counterfeiting 183 Demonic 152 Divination, Alectromancy 343
Courage 115 Divination, Anthropomancy 343

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Divination, Aspidomancy 343 Earth 335, 506, 507, 833 Facial Features 48
Divination, Astrology 343 Education 174 Failure to Pay Rent 186
Divination, Austromancy 344 Egomania 134 Falling Damage 482
Divination, Axinomancy 344 EI 104 False Alchemy 576
Divination, Belomancy 344 Ejaculate Acid 572 False Weights and Measures 186
Divination by Means of a Boy 570 Ejaculate Blood 572 Familiarity 773
Divination, Ceraunoscopy 344 Ejaculate Poison 572 Family 111
Divination, Chiromancy 344 Ejaculating 348 Family Occupation 203
Divination, Cleromancy 344 Ejaculation 374, 376 Fantasy 4
Divination, Crystalomancy 345 Electrical Field 573 Farmer 249
Divination, Dririmancy 345 Electrocuting 478 Fatal 576
Divination, Gastromancy 345 Eleutheromania 135 Fatal Chant Generator 433, 502
Divination, Gyromancy 345 Elf 23, 166, 167 Fatal Character Generator 938
Divination, Hydromancy 345 Elf, Dark 24, 176 Fatal Fable 577
Divination, Libanomancy 345 Elf, Light 25, 176 Fatal Games 977
Divination, Lithomancy 346 Elixirs 715 Favor and Victory Charm 577
Divination, Lunomancy 346 Elven 24, 25, 153 Fear 120
Divination, Necromancy 346 EM 104 Fellatio 349, 374
Divination, Numerology 346 Embroiderer 310, 311 Fetching Charm 578
Divination, Omphalomancy 347 Empty Vanity 122 Fetching Charm for an Unmanageable
Divination, Oneiromancy 347 EN 104 Woman 579
Divination, Onomancy 347 Enameler 248 Feudality 163
Divination, Oomancy 347 Enameling 348 FF 813
Divination, Ornithomancy 347 Encephalitis 64 Fierce Fire 580
Divination, Pyromancy 347 Encumbrance 469 Figurines 734
Divination, Scatomancy 348 End-Focused Warfare 804 Fire 335, 506, 507, 816, 836
Divination, Sortilege 348 Engineer 248 Fisherman 250, 251
Divination, Stychomancy 348 Engraver 249 Fishing 349

Index
Divination, Urimancy 348 Engraving 348 Fishmonger 251
Divination, Xenomancy 348 Enunciation 71 Fist Circumference 55
Divine Maul 571 Envy 123 Flagons 734
Dockwalloper 241 Ephesia Grammata 153 Flattery 123
Doctor 241 Epilepsy 64 Fletcher 251
Dominating Players 775 Equipment 401 Fletching 349
Dragon 153 Erotomania 135 Flight 580
Draper 242 Erotophonophilia 135 Flight Factor 813
Drawing Blood 185 Esthesiomania 135 Flight Speed 813
Drawn and Quartered 571 Eternal Spell for Binding a Lover 573 Flyweight 581
Dream Spell 572 Ether 335, 506, 507, 835 Foot Size 55
Dresses 722 Ethical Immoral 104 For a Sleeping Woman to Confess the
Drive 73, 481 Ethical Moral 104 Name of the Ma 582
Druid 243 Ethical Neutral 104 For an Erection 582
Druidic Circle of Effect 245 Ethics 101 For Ascent of the Uterus 582
Duchess 246 Etiquette 349 For Coughs 583
Duke 246 Evanescence 573 For Discharge of the Eyes 583
Dulcia Domestica 198 Evil Sleep I 574 For Fever with Shivering Fits 583
Dwarf 19, 166 Evil Sleep II 575 For Swollen Testicles 583
Dwarf, Black 20, 175 Evil Sleep III 576 Force Ballista 584
Dwarf, Brown 21, 175 Exhibitionism 135 Force Falsity 584
Dwarf, White 22, 175 Extortion 185 Force Fart 584
Dwarven 20, 21, 22, 153 Eye Color 46 Force Favor 584
Dyer 247 Force Fear 585
Dying 348 F Force Fearlessness 585
Fabaciae Virides Et Baianae 198 Force Inferiority Complex 586
E Force Mass Fear 587
Faceless 576
Earrings 742 Facial Charisma 70 Force Missile 587
Force Oblation 587

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 Force Rancor 588 Greater Hologram 592 Hearing Voices 600
Force Scream 588 Greater Mending 592 Heating 600
Force Slumber 588 Greater Perpetual Hologram 593 Height 41
Force-Feed 586 Greater Vulnerability to Acid 593 Heraldry 354
Foreknowledge Charm I 589 Greater Vulnerability to Air 593 Herbalism 354
Foreknowledge Charm II 589 Greater Vulnerability to Armor 594 Herbalist 260
Forester 252 Greater Vulnerability to Bases 594 Herbs 791
Foresting 349 Greater Vulnerability to Cold 594 Heresy 187
Forgery 350 Greater Vulnerability to Discipline Hermaphrodite 49
Formicophilia 136 594 Hewer 261
Forms of Extracted Herbs 795 Greater Vulnerability to Earth 595 Hewing 355
Freak of Nature 49 Greater Vulnerability to Electricity Hide 355
Freezing 478 595 Hierarchy 164
Friendliness 119 Greater Vulnerability to Ethicality 595 Hierophant 261
Frosty Touch 590 Greater Vulnerability to Fire 595 Historical Accuracy 4
Frotteurism 136 Greater Vulnerability to Immorality History, Cultural 356
Fulcrum Range 432 596 History, Legendary 356
Fuller 252, 253 Greater Vulnerability to Morality 596 History, Local 356
Fumbles 494 Greater Vulnerability to Poison 596 History, Military 356
Funnel Chest 49 Greater Vulnerability to Skill 596 Histrionic Personality Disorder 136
Furrier 253 Greater Vulnerability to Sonics 597 Hoards 765
Greater Vulnerability to Unethicality Home Advantage 484
G 597 Homosexuality 187
Gambling 187, 350 Greater Vulnerability to Weapon 597 Hosteler 264
Game Mechanics 774 Grimoires 750 Hourglasses 735
Gangrene 64 Grocer 258, 259 House of Fortune 351
Gardener 253, 254 Groom 259 Household Items, Bags 732
Grooming 352 Household Items, Beads 732
Index

Gemcutter 254
Gemcutting 351 Group Cohesiveness 785 Household Items, Braziers 732
Gems 768 Gruagach 30 Household Items, Brooms 732
Gender 37 Gruagan 154 Household Items, Candles 733
Genealogy 351 Guild Official 202 Household Items, Cauldrons 734
Generalized Anxiety Disorder 136 Guilds 201, 202 Household Items, Censers 732
Gerontocracy 163 Gynarchy 163 Household Items, Chalices 732
Gilder 254 Household Items, Chess Sets 733
H Household Items, Chests 733
Gingerbrede 198
Girdlemaking 352 Hacking 478 Household Items, Coins 733
Girdler 255 Haggling 353 Household Items, Dice 734
Girdles 723 Hair Color 45 Household Items, Figurines 734
Gladiator 255 Hair Length 45 Household Items, Flagons 734
Glassblower 257 Hair, Thickness and Type 46 Household Items, Goblets 735
Glassblowing 352 Hairstyling 353 Household Items, Hourglasses 735
Glazier 257 Hamlet 162 Household Items, Incense 735
Glovemaking 352 Hand-Eye Coordination 71 Household Items, Jars 736
Glover 257 Handedness 55 Household Items, Maps 736
Gloves 725 Happy Cleaver 598 Household Items, Seeds 738
Goblets 735 Hatmaking 353 Household Items, Spinning Wheels
Goldsmith 258 Hatter 259 739
Goldsmithing 352 Have Her Cadaver 598 Household Items, Stones 739
Good Temper 118 Head Circumference 56 Household Items, Tables 739
Governments 162 Headless 599 Household Items, Urns 739
Graphic Gore 485 Heal Dislocation or Fracture 599 Household Items, Wells 740
Greater Bidding 590 Healer 260 Hover 601
Greater Electrical Discharge 591 Healing 599 Human 26, 167, 177
Greater Healing 591 Health 69 Hunter 263
Greater Holocaust 591 Hearing 353 Hunting 357
Hurl 357

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Hurl Voice 601 Invincibility to Water 608 Learning Curve 315
Hymen Resistance 53 Invisibility 609 Leprosy 65
Hypersomnia 136 Ionic Attack 609 Lesser Bidding 610
Hypoxyphilia 136 IP 401, 455 Lesser Electrical Discharge 610
Irascibility 122 Lesser Healing 610
I Ironmonger 265 Lesser Holocaust 611
Ignoring a Crime 188 Issuing a Threat 189 Lesser Hologram 611
Imbue Item 602 Lesser Mending 612
J Lesser Vulnerability to Acid 612
Immutability 602
Immutable Wound 603 Jars 736 Lesser Vulnerability to Air 612
Impaling 357 Jeweler 265, 266 Lesser Vulnerability to Armor 612
Impotence 603 Jewelry 772 Lesser Vulnerability to Bases 613
In Mitulis 198 Jewelry, Amulets 740 Lesser Vulnerability to Cholerics 613
Incense 735 Jewelry, Anklets 740 Lesser Vulnerability to Cold 613
Incest 188 Jewelry, Bracelets 741 Lesser Vulnerability to Discipline 613
Independence 111 Jewelry, Brooches 741 Lesser Vulnerability to Earth 614
Indispensable Invisibility 604 Jewelry, Charms 742 Lesser Vulnerability to Electricity 614
Individuality 110 Jewelry, Crowns 742 Lesser Vulnerability to Ethicality 614
Infant Mortality Rate 53 Jewelry, Earrings 742 Lesser Vulnerability to Fire 614
Infection 474 Jewelry, Lockets 743 Lesser Vulnerability to Immorality 615
Inferno 604 Jewelry, Medallions 743 Lesser Vulnerability to Melancholics
Influenza 65 Jewelry, Necklaces 743 615
Ingredients 503, 897 Jewelry, Pendants 744 Lesser Vulnerability to Morality 615
Inirascibility 120 Jewelry, Religious Symbols 744 Lesser Vulnerability to Phlegmatics
Initial Advancement Points 786 Jewelry, Rings 744 615
Initiative 472 Jewelry, Talismans 745 Lesser Vulnerability to Poison 616
Inkmaker 263, 264 Journeyman 201 Lesser Vulnerability to Sanguines 616
Lesser Vulnerability to Skill 616

Index
Inkmaking 357 Journeywoman 201
Innkeeper 264 Juggler 266 Lesser Vulnerability to Sonics 616
Inns 170 Juggling 358 Lesser Vulnerability to Unethicality
Insensibility 120 Jump 359 617
Insurmountable Odds 785 Justice 175 Lesser Vulnerability to Weapon 617
Integrity Points 401 Level 1 838
Intelligence 72, 97 K Level 10 846
Intentions 472 Level 2 840
Kidnapping 189 Level 3 841
Interdependence 111 Kinder-Fresser 31
Intermittent Explosive Disorder 137 Level 4 842
Kinetic Charisma 70 Level 5 843
Internal Explosion 604 King 266
Internal Infestation 605 Level 6 844
Kleptomania 137 Level 7 845
Interpreter 264, 265 Knacker 267
Intestinal Wreathe 605 Level 8 845
Knight 268 Level 9 846
Intimidation 358 Kobold
Intoxication 59 Libel 190
18, 27, 34, 154, 167, 169, 177 Liberality 116
Intra-personal 110
Intuition 73 Librams 752
L Life Points 39, 472
Inventing Adventures 777
Invincibility 606 Laborer 269, 270 Lifespan 23, 40
Invincibility to Acid 606 Lacemaker 269, 270 Linkboy 270, 271
Invincibility to Air 606 Lady 271, 272 Listening 360
Invincibility to Bases 607 Language 72, 151 Living Monstrosity 617
Invincibility to Cold 607 Language, Read/Write 360 Lock-Picking 360
Invincibility to Earth 607 Language, Speak 360 Lockets 743
Invincibility to Electricity 607 Laundress 269, 270 Locksmith 270, 271
Invincibility to Fire 608 Law 360 Locksmithing 360
Invincibility to Gaze 608 Lawfulness 111 Logic 361
Invincibility to Poison 608 Leadership 775 Logistics 811
Lord 271, 272

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 Loss of Aerial Control 814 Mass Protection from Cold 627 Medallions 743
Love 159 Mass Protection from Discipline 627 Megalomania 138
Love Spell I 617 Mass Protection from Earth 628 Melancholic 126
Love Spell II 618 Mass Protection from Electricity 628 Melancholic-Choleric 130
Love Spell III 618 Mass Protection from Ethicality 629 Melancholic-Phlegmatic 130
Love Spell IV 618 Mass Protection from Fire 629 Melancholic-Sanguine 130
Love Spell of Attraction I 619 Mass Protection from Gaze 630 Meltdown 641
Love Spell of Attraction II 619 Mass Protection from Immorality 630 Menstruation 53
Love Spell of Attraction III 620 Mass Protection from Melancholics Mental Illness 131
Love Spell of Attraction IV 620 631 Mercenary 276
Love Spell of Attraction through Mass Protection from Morality 631 Meritocracy 164
Touch 621 Mass Protection from Phlegmatics Messenger 276, 277
Love Spell V 618 632 Miasma 642
Loyalty 111 Mass Protection from Physical Harm Military Training 812
LP 39, 472 632 Militiaman 277, 278
Lycanthropy 190 Mass Protection from Poison 633 Milking 362
Mass Protection from Sanguines 633 Miller 278, 279
M Mass Protection from Sonics 634 Milling 362
Madness 621 Mass Protection from Unethicality Mind 124
Mage 272, 273 634 Miner 278, 279
Magic 498 Mass Protection from Water 635 Mining 362
Magic Points Mass Teleportation 635 Minor Transmogrification 642
246, 262, 274, 276, 302, 303, 506 Mass Vulnerability to Acid 636 Minstrel 281, 283
Magical Effects 503 Mass Vulnerability to Air 636 Minter 279, 281
Magical Items 705 Mass Vulnerability to Armor 637 Minting 363
Magical Research 779 Mass Vulnerability to Bases 637 Mirrors 736
Magical Warning 621 Mass Vulnerability to Cholerics 637 Miscellaneous magical items 746
Mass Vulnerability to Cold 637 Mistress 201
Index

Magnificence 117
Magocracy 164 Mass Vulnerability to Discipline 638 Mock Modesty 121
Mail 173 Mass Vulnerability to Earth 638 Modesty 119
Makke 198 Mass Vulnerability to Electricity 638 Monarchy 164
Maneuverability 813 Mass Vulnerability to Ethicality 638 Money-Lender 280, 281
Mangling 361 Mass Vulnerability to Fire 639 Morals 101
Manhood 54 Mass Vulnerability to Immorality 639 Mortification 776
Mania 137 Mass Vulnerability to Melancholics Most Attractive/Repulsive Feature 45
Manic-Depressive 132 639 Mountaineer 281, 283
Map Symbols 776 Mass Vulnerability to Morality 639 Mountaineering 363
Maps 736, 776 Mass Vulnerability to Phlegmatics 640 Mounted Archery 363
Marbler 275, 276 Mass Vulnerability to Poison 640 Movement 810, 816
Marijuana 61 Mass Vulnerability to Sanguines 640 MP
Marital Status 149 Mass Vulnerability to Skill 640 246, 262, 263, 274, 276, 302, 303, 506
Marriage 149 Mass Vulnerability to Sonics 641 Multiple Brawling Attacks 476
Martyrization 622 Mass Vulnerability to Unethicality 641 Multiple Magical Effects 504
Mason 275, 276 Mass Vulnerability to Weapon 641 Multiple Occupations 787
Mass Bidding 622 Massage 361 Multiple Personality Disorder 134
Mass Complete Healing 623 Master 201 Multiple Simultaneous Occupations
Mass Evanescence 623 Masturbating 361 787
Mass Greater Bidding 624 Math 5, 72 Multiple Temperaments 129
Mass Greater Healing 624 Math, Algebra 361 Multiple Weapon Attacks 477
Mass Healing 625 Math, Fundamental 361 Multiplication of Loaves and Fish 642
Mass Lesser Healing 624 Math, Geometry 361 Mumps 65
Mass Murder 191 Math, Trigonometry 361 Murder 191
Mass Protection from Acid 625 Mean System 7 Muscular Dystrophy 66
Mass Protection from Air 625 Meaningfulness 112 Mushrooms 62
Mass Protection from Bases 626 Meaninglessness 112 Music, Counterpoint 364
Mass Protection from Cholerics 626 Meanness 120 Music, Theory 364
Measles 65 Musical Instrument 365

970
Musical Instruments 747 Offspring Gender 156 Pestilential Host 651
Musician 281, 283 Offspring Number 156 Pestilential Penis 652
Mustacei 198 Ogre 28, 169 Pestilential Pudenda 652
Myotomy 643 Ogre, Base 28 Pewterer 284
Ogre, Cliff 29 Pewtersmithing 370
N Ogre, Gruagach 30 Philosophy 370
Names 947 Ogre, Kinder-Fresser 31 Philters 716
Narcissistic Personality Disorder 138 Oils 715 Phlegmatic 127
Narratophilia 138 Ointments 716 Phlegmatic-Choleric 130
Natural Healing 481 Oligarchy 164 Phlegmatic-Melancholic 130
Natural Substances 789 Omniscience 645 Phlegmatic-Sanguine 130
Nature, Animals 366 Ondontoloxia 645 Phlogistic Augmentation 653
Nature, Beasts 366 One for All 646 Phobia 141
Nature, Birds 366 Oniomania 139 Phobias 887
Nature, Fish 366 Onomatomania 140 Physical Fitness 69
Nature, Geography 367 Oophagous 646 Physique 69
Nature, Humanoids 367 Oracle 646 Pick Pocket 285, 286, 370
Nature, Minerals 367 Ordained by God 647 Piety Points 102, 243, 262
Nature, Mycology 367 Ordinary Magical Effects 707 Pigeon Chest 49
Nature, Plants 368 Organization 778, 806 Pillage 811
Nature, Trees 368 Orgasm 368 Pillage, Plunder, and Ransom 811
Naval Strategy 816 Orgasm Control 374 Pillar of Smoke 653
Naval Tactics 815 Oroanal 647 Pillars of Lightning 654
Naval Warfare 815 Ova Sfongia Ex Lacte 198 Pillars of Salt 654
Navigator 282, 284 Pimping 192
P Pleasure Berry 655
Near Death Experience 643
Necessity 112 Pain Berry 648 Plot 777
Plunder 772, 811

Index
Necklaces 743 Painting 368
Necrophilia 138 Palfrey 648 Plutocracy 164
Neutral Immoral 104 Panic Disorder 140 Poaching 192
Neutral Moral 104 Papermaker 283, 284 Points Invested 315
Neutral Neutral 104 Papermaking 369 Poisons 796
NI 104 Paranoia 140 Polydactyly 49
Niggardliness 120 Paranoid Personality Disorder 140 Positions 374
Nipple Length 51 Parry 369 Possession 656
NM 104 Pathological Gambling 140 Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder 141
NN 104 Patriotism 112 Potions 718
Nobility 147 Patterned 110 Potter 285, 287
Noble Occupations 205 Pawnshopman 283, 285 Pottery 371
Noctomania 138 Peasant 147 Poulterer 286, 287
Non-Participating Players 775 Peasant Occupations 203 Pounding 478
Noteworthy Creativity 785 Pedocracy 164 Powders 748
Nous 644 Pedophilia 140 Powerful Characters 776
Novelty and Predictability 778 Pendants 744 Powerless Characters 776
Nymphomania 139 Penetration 434, 455 PP 102, 243, 244, 262
Perfumemaking 369 Prayer of Deliverance 656
O Perfumer 284, 285 Predilection 657
Perjury 192 Pregnancy 53, 57
obscenity 7 Pregnancy Likelihood 53
Obsequiousness 123 Perpetual Bleeding 648
Perpetual Burn 649 Preparation 773
Obsessive-Comp. Personality Disorder Preservation 657
139 Perpetual Healing 649
Perpetual Hologram 650 Preserve Forest 657
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder 139 Prince 286, 287
Occupation 200, 779 Perpetual Orgasm 650
Perpetual Slumber 651 Princess 286, 287
Ochlocracy 164 Prodigality 122
Odium Theologicum 644 Persistent Exercise 98
Persuasion 370 Prognathism 658
Offspring Becoming Characters 157 Proper Pride 117

971
 Protection from Acid 658 Rapes in Potage 199 Rowing 816
Protection from Air 659 Raptophilia 141 Royal Occupations 205
Protection from Bases 659 Rate of Advancement 786 Royalty 147
Protection from Cholerics 660 Re-animation 672 Ruffian 290
Protection from Cold 660 Reach 455
Protection from Discipline 661 Reaction Speed 71 S
Protection from Earth 661 Read Lips 371 Saddlemaking 372
Protection from Electricity 662 Ready-wittedness 119 Saddler 291, 292
Protection from Ethicality 662 Recipe for Blindness 673 Sage 291, 292
Protection from Fire 663 Recipe for Blistering Death 673 Sailing 372, 817
Protection from Gaze 663 Recipe for Death 674 Sailmaker 292, 294
Protection from Immorality 664 Recipe for Making a Woman Mad Sailmaking 373
Protection from Melancholics 664 After a Man 674 Sailor 293, 294
Protection from Morality 665 Recipe for Skin Disease 674 Salves 719
Protection from Phlegmatics 665 Recipes 198 Sample Adventure 780
Protection from Physical Harm 666 Reeve 289, 290 Sample Map 777
Protection from Poison 666 References 975 Sanguine 125
Protection from Sanguines 667 Reflection 73 Sanguine-Choleric 129
Protection from Sonics 667 Regeneration 675 Sanguine-Melancholic 129
Protection from Unethicality 668 Religion, Cultural 371 Sanguine-Phlegmatic 129
Protection from Water 668 Religion, Specific 371 Sanitize Food/Beverage 681
Proxemics 774 Religious School 174 Sapien 12, 21, 26, 31, 154
Psychedelic Mushrooms 62 Religious Symbols 744 Satyromania 142
Psychosis 141 Remember Detail 371 Schizoid Personality Disorder 142
Public Baths 172 Rend Asunder 675 Schizophrenia 142
Public Executioner 287, 288 Republic 164 Scholar 293, 294
Puddle of Crud 669 Request for a Dream Oracle 675 Schoolmaster 294
Pudenda Key Spell 669 Research 779
Index

Scoptophilia 142
Punishment 179 Research, Library 371 Scribe 294, 295
Pursemaker 287, 289 Restaurants 172 Scripture, Books 749
Pursemaking 371 Restraining Rite for Anything 676 Scripture, Codexes 750
Putrid Portrait 670 Restraining Spell 677 Scripture, Grimoires 750
Pyromania 141 Resurrection of a Dead Body 677 Scripture, Librams 752
Retard Strength 97 Scripture, Scrolls 753
Q Reverse Magic 678 Scripture, Tablets 753
Quarrelsomeness 121 Revivification 678 Scripture, Tomes 754
Queen 266 Rhetorical Charisma 70 Scrolls 753
Riding 372 Sculpture 373
R Righteous Indignation 119 Seal Item 682
Rings 744 Seal Orifice 682
Rabies 66 Ripped Orifice 53
Race 9 Search 373
Rite for Acquiring an Assistant Demon Seduction 373
Racial Hatred 35 679
Racial Slurs 36 Seeds 738
Rite for Driving out Demons 680 Self-Indulgence 121
Raise Prowess 670 Rite to Produce an Epiphany of Kore
Raising an Army 809 Serf 147
680 Serf Occupations 204
Random Disease 67 Ritual 503
Random Dismemberment 670 Setting 778
Ritual, Complex 372 Sexual Adeptness 374
Random Impaling 671 Rivers Run Red 681
Random Magical Effects 847 Sexual Masochism 143
Roads 170 Sexual Sadism 143
Random Mental Illness 145 Robes 725
Randomness 110 Sexuality 155
Rods 749 Shamelessness 121
Range 432, 454 Role-playing 779
Ranger 288, 289 Sheathemaking 377
Rope Use 372 Sheather 295, 297
Ransom 811 Ropemaker 289, 291
Rape 193 Shepherd 296, 297
Ropemaking 372 Sheriff 296, 297
rape 7 Rot 681

972
Shields 731 Spitting 381 Tilemaking 388, 390
Shipwright 296, 298, 377 Sprint 382 Time and Quality 317
Siblings 149 Spy 303, 304 Tinker 307
Siege Warfare 808 Squire 303, 305 Tinkering 388
Sight 377 Stabbing 478 Tiropatinam 199
Silence 378 Stabbing Arms 496 To Keep Bugs Out of the House 694
Silversmith 297, 298 Stabbing Heads 496 To Win at Dice 695
Silversmithing 379 Stabbing Torsos 494 Tomes 754
Sinking Vessels 816 Stabler 303, 306 Tongue Size 52
Size 432 State 112 Torture Devices 756
Skill Check 316 Staves 755 Torturer 307
Skill Modifiers 74 Stonemasonry 384 Touch 388, 390
Skill Points 315 Stones 739 Tourette’s Syndrome 66
Skills 314, 786 Storytelling 384, 385 Town 162
Skin Color 45 Strength 69, 97, 688 Toxicology 389
Skinner 297, 299 Stronger than Before 688 Tracking 390
Skinning 379 Subdual Damage 475 Trademark 202
Slander 194 Successive Occupations 787 Trance 695
Slave 27, 147, 298, 299 Supernumerary Nipple 49 Transcribing 390, 392
Slave-Trader 299, 300 Surgery 385 Transference 695
Sleepwalking Disorder 143 Surliness 121 Transmogrification 696
Smallpox 66 Surprise 472 Transmogrify Dirt and Mud 696
Smell 379 Swim 385 Transmogrify Flesh to Stone 696
Smiting 477 Swineherd 304, 306 Transmogrify Life 697
Soapmaker 299, 301 Symbol of Ethicality Transmogrify Metal and Wood 697
Soapmaking 379 689, 690, 691, 692 Transmogrify Object 698
Social Class 147 Symbology 385, 387 Trapper 308, 309
Sociality 146 Trapping 390, 393

Index
Society 165 T Treacherousness 112
Sodomy 194 Tables 739 Treason 195
Soldier 300, 301 Tablets 753 Treason, Petty 196
Somnophilia 143 Tactics 808 Treasure 764
Sonic 478 Tailor 304, 306 Trespassing 196
Sorcerer 301, 302 Tailoring 386 Trichotillomania 143
Soulstealer’s Black Bolt 683 Talismans 745 Trickery 391, 393
Sound 379, 380 Tanner 305, 307 Troll 32, 155, 169
SP 315 Tanning 387, 388 Troll, Borbytingarna 32
Spatial 72 Task Performance 785 Troll, Hill 33
Spell for Causing Talk while Asleep Taste 387, 389 Troll, Subterranean 34, 177
684 Tastelessness 122 True Name 698
Spell for Questioning Corpses 684 Tavernkeeper 306, 308 Truncheon 699
Spell for Removal of Poison 685 Taverns 172 Truthfulness 118
Spell for Restraining Anger 685 Teaching 388, 389 Tuberculosis 67
Spell Level and Magical Items 705 Teleportation 693 Tumble 391, 393
Spell Lists 832 Temperament 37, 124 Type 432
Spell to Catch a Thief 686 Temperance 116 Typhoid Fever 67
Spell to Cause a Woman to Hate a Tenesmus 694
Man 687 U
Test of Pregnancy 694
Spell to Subject and Silence 686 Thatcher 306, 308 UI 105
Spellcasting, Combat 380 Thatching 388, 390 UM 104
Spellcasting, Familiarity 380 Theft 194 UN 104
Spellcasting, Specific 381 Theft, Petty 195 Unambitiousness 121
Spells 510, 511 Theocracy 164 Unattractive 699
Spermatozoa Rejuvenation 687 Threat 189 Unconsciousness 474
Spermicidal Sphere 688 Tightness 375 Underworld 155
Spinning Wheels 739 Tilemaker 307, 309 Undue Humility 120
Spite 121

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 Undulant Fever 67 Weaving 396, 397
Unethical Immoral 105 Weight 42, 432
Unethical Moral 104 Weight Distribution 432
Unethical Neutral 104 Wells 740
Universe 112 Wench 310, 312
University 174 Wet Dream 701
Unnamed Balance of Ambitiousness Wheelwright 311, 312
119 Wheelwrighting 396, 397
Urinating 392, 394 When Dice Contradict Reason 774
Urns 739 White Pudding 199
Urophilia 144 Whore 311, 312
Using Siege Weapons 809 Whoring 197
Wilderness Lore 396
V Wind 478
Vaginal Circumference Potential 51 Wind Direction 818
Vaginal Depth Potential 51 Wind Duration 819
Vaginal Soreness 376 Wind Strength 818
Vaginismus 144 Wine-Crier 313
Vagrancy 197 Wisdom 73
Vanish 700 Wish 701
Varicose Veins 700 Wishbone 702
Ventriloquism 393, 394 Witchcraft 197
Village 162 Wooden Carapace 703
Vintner 308, 310 Worst Nightmare 704
Violence 7 Wrestling 397
Vision 47 Z
Vocal Charisma 70
Index

Vomerophilia 144 Zoophilia 144

Voyeurism 144
Vulgarity 122

W
Wages 810
Wainwright 309, 310
Wainwrighting 393, 395
Walk on Water 700
Wands 756
Warfare 803
Warfare by Time-Unit 806
Warning 7
Water 335, 507, 837
Waves Be Still 701
Weapon, General Type 393, 395
Weapon Mastery 395, 397
Weapon, Specific 394, 395
Weapon Trick 395, 396
Weapons 432
Weapons, Melee 757
Weapons, Miscellaneous 760
Weapons, Missile 761
Weapons, Sentient 762
Weapons, Siege Engines 763
Weaponsmith 309, 311
Weaponsmithing 395, 396
Weather Prediction 396, 397
Weaver 310, 311

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Brothers Grimm. New York, New York: Fatal Games is the founding company for
Bantam Books. F.A.T.A.L., the role-playing game. Fatal Games seeks
to distribute role-playing games that are detailed, re-
alistic, and historically/mythically accurate. Through
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formation provided in its games seeks historical/
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 Abettors
An abettor is one who incites, encourages,
assists, and supports the achievement of a purpose.
The following abettors are listed alphbetically:
Jim Hausler for bashing doors, choking, cor-
relating tables between height and weight, helping
with races, introducing colorful terms (but-her-face,
mouth-cunt, etc.), graphic gore, justice, live experi-
mentation with pounding weapons, live sprinting ex-
perimentation, play-testing, proofreading, refining
the combat round and system, refining abilities, re-
fining races (especially bugbears, kobolds, and ogres),
vocal recordings, and pure evil.
John Terry (Burnout) for assassins, chief-
tains, combat, hosting games, ingredients, live
pupoofing, live sprinting experimentation, multiple
Author magical effects, play-testing, proofreading, random
magical effects, spells, vocal recordings, and RAAA
Byron Hall, the founder of Fatal Games and power.
author of F.A.T.A.L., adores gaming and writing. Ryan Keane (Satan) for chieftains, helping
He has been a role-playing gamer since 1980. Byron with the basic mechanics of the game and concep-
is a statistician in Chicago. He has taught at North- tual design, colorful terms such as cuntress, guitar
ern Illinois University, where he earned his M.A. in and vocal recordings, hosting games, hundreds of
Quantitative Reserach Methods and did pre-doctoral spells, ingredients, magical items, multiple magical
work with Structural Equation Modeling. Other- effects, play-testing, programming, proofreading,
wise, he enjoys dissonant shred guitar, ancient and and random magical effects. In 1998-1999, Ryan
medieval literature and history, neuroscience, phi- was taught neoclassical guitar speedpicking by Byron.
losophy, and research. Byron thanks family, friends, Ever since 2000, Ryan has been the fastest and
staff, artists, contributors, supporters, and fans. To cleanest speedpicking guitarist on earth, and is al-
everyone: happy dicing and slicing. ways willing to compete with others and prove it.
His clean picking of sixteenth notes has been re-
corded at 330 b.p.m.

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 Credits craft time and quality, knowledge with mining, sug-
gestions with a magical item, masterpiece criteria,
I give credit where it is due. Salutations (al- proofreading, skills, social class mobility, and spell
phabetically) to: failure with magical item creation.
Adam Briggs for impressive interior artwork. Kimon for interior artwork consisting of
Andrew Dobell for cover art, the F.A.T.A.L. dramatic and realistic inking.
logo, and interior art. Lazar Stojkovic for art, influence regarding
Art Hall for knowledge of ancient language, elves, source material on magic, and translations.
history, semantics, and religion. Martina Hall for helping with bodily features,
Bob Fuller for hosting games and play-test- play-testing, probability of combinatorial analysis,
ing. and translations.
Christian Pannapacker for helping with ar- Mike Haggard for helping with magical
mor, especially lamellar, and suggestions with Hid- items, play-testing, proofreading, spells and their
ing and Sight, including noctural vision (LLV). mechanics, vocal recordings, and pure chaos.
David Vershaw II and the Texas Playtest Rade Vukajlovic for chaos magic.
Group for helping with called shots, catching er- Steve Rogus for play-testing and vocal re-
rors, damage in combat, magic points, and play-test- cordings.
ing. Steve Willhite for beautiful interior artwork
Francois Dube-Berthiaume for suggestions that captures the style of traditional rpg art.
regarding revivification, urination, and historical ac- Steven MnMoorn for impressive interior
curacy, as well as many other topics. artwork with amazing realism.
Greg Borys for bashing doors, historical Salutations to everyone who contributed and
accuracy with weapons (especially siege), investing were not credited here. If you have contributed
in artwork, play-testing, and proofreading. and have not been credited here, please contact Fa-
Janne Kempi for contributing magical armor tal Games to be credited in a future printing or edi-
and items, and refining kobolds. tion.
Kevin Sullivan (Kaor) for character concept, Most of all, I’d like to thank myself.

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