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2017-12-01T10:28:05Z

Rituals

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	== Rituals ==		== Rituals ==

	A Ritual is a supernatural effect that may have multiple participants and takes more time than a spell. Rituals are categorised as Minor, Major, or Epic, in the same way as {{Call\|EFFECT}}s. Rituals are touch range unless specified otherwise.		A Ritual is a supernatural effect that may have multiple participants and takes more time than a spell. Rituals are categorised as Minor, Major, or Epic, in the same way as {{Call\|EFFECT}}s. Rituals are self or touch range unless specified otherwise.

	* A '''minor ritual''' is slower and more complex than a spell, but still fairly routine. Anyone with the required skill is able to perform a minor ritual with two minutes of appropriate roleplay. However, they can sometimes increase the effect of the ritual by making additional efforts (see below). A character may be the target of any given minor ritual up to ''twice per day''.		* A '''minor ritual''' is slower and more complex than a spell, but still fairly routine. Anyone with the required skill is able to perform a minor ritual with two minutes of appropriate roleplay. However, they can sometimes increase the effect of the ritual by making additional efforts (see below). A character may be the target of any given minor ritual up to ''twice per day''.

Bink: /* Rituals */

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Rituals

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	== Rituals ==		== Rituals ==

	A Ritual is a supernatural effect that may have multiple participants and takes more time than a spell. Rituals are categorised as Minor, Major, or Epic, in the same way as {{Call\|EFFECT}}s.		A Ritual is a supernatural effect that may have multiple participants and takes more time than a spell. Rituals are categorised as Minor, Major, or Epic, in the same way as {{Call\|EFFECT}}s. Rituals are touch range unless specified otherwise.

	* A '''minor ritual''' is slower and more complex than a spell, but still fairly routine. Anyone with the required skill is able to perform a minor ritual with two minutes of appropriate roleplay. However, they can sometimes increase the effect of the ritual by making additional efforts (see below). A character may be the target of any given minor ritual up to ''twice per day''.		* A '''minor ritual''' is slower and more complex than a spell, but still fairly routine. Anyone with the required skill is able to perform a minor ritual with two minutes of appropriate roleplay. However, they can sometimes increase the effect of the ritual by making additional efforts (see below). A character may be the target of any given minor ritual up to ''twice per day''.

Nyeti: Improvised ritual costs

2017-10-02T22:34:39Z

Improvised ritual costs

Bink: I believe this is the ruling Nye gave me, clearing up whether weapon venoms and Rite of Empowerment work with implements.

2017-03-16T15:50:59Z

I believe this is the ruling Nye gave me, clearing up whether weapon venoms and Rite of Empowerment work with implements.

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	* A '''wide''' spell uses the {{Call\|WIDE}} call, which affects anyone within a ten-metre radius of the caster. At an interactive, it affects everyone present.		* A '''wide''' spell uses the {{Call\|WIDE}} call, which affects anyone within a ten-metre radius of the caster. At an interactive, it affects everyone present.

	The caster must use a vocal (speak a few words appropriate for spellcasting). They must also have one hand free (that is, not ruined by {{Call\|CLEAVE}} and not holding a weapon or other item) to cast a spell.~~<br>~~		The caster must use a vocal (speak a few words appropriate for spellcasting). They must also have one hand free (that is, not ruined by {{Call\|CLEAVE}} and not holding a weapon or other item) to cast a spell.
	An exception is that you may cast while holding a clearly magical implement such as a wand, rod, or staff. This may be [[Safety#Weapon safety\|weapon-safe]] - if so, it is considered a weapon and you may strike with it in melee for implied {{Call\|SINGLE}} (if you are [[Items and equipment#Weapons\|proficient]] with a weapon of that size) or {{Call\|ZERO}}, but you may not use it ~~for any other melee calls~~.~~<br>~~
			An exception is that you may cast while holding a clearly magical implement such as a wand, rod, or staff. This may be [[Safety#Weapon safety\|weapon-safe]] - if so, it is considered a weapon and you may strike with it in melee for implied {{Call\|SINGLE}} (if you are [[Items and equipment#Weapons\|proficient]] with a weapon of that size) or {{Call\|ZERO}}, but you may not use it to deliver stamina-enhanced blows.

	After casting a spell, a character cannot start casting another spell for five seconds.		After casting a spell, a character cannot start casting another spell for five seconds.

Nyeti: Concealed rituals

2016-10-10T11:53:20Z

Concealed rituals

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	* Sacrificing gold		* Sacrificing gold
	* Sacrificing something with inherent magical or spiritual power (including people!)		* Sacrificing something with inherent magical or spiritual power (including people!)

			For each ritual performance, its goal is determined by the ''leader'', who must have the appropriate [[Skills\|skill]]. The leader can conceal or obfuscate the goal from observers or even to the other participants. However, all participants will become aware of the effect of a ritual when it is completed, and any non-participant with the ability to examine a magical effect can use this ability on a ritual in progress.<br>
			Each ritual performance should be obvious to observers, even if its goal is concealed.

Nyeti at 23:28, 5 October 2016

2016-10-05T23:28:22Z

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	== Spells ==		== Spells ==

	A Spell is a supernatural effect ~~delivered~~ by ~~touch or at range~~. These almost always have a [[Calls\|call]] to indicate the effect.		A Spell is a supernatural effect that is cast quickly by a single person. These almost always have a [[Calls\|call]] to indicate the effect.

	Spells can be targetted in five ways:		Spells can be targetted in five ways:
	* A '''self''' range spell only affects the caster.		* A '''self''' range spell only affects the caster.
	* A '''~~touch~~''' range spell requires the caster to be close enough to touch the target. Unless it is also explicitly a self range spell, the caster may not use it on themself.		* A '''close''' range spell requires the caster to be close enough to touch the target (though they do not need to actually touch). Unless it is also explicitly a self range spell, the caster may not use it on themself.
	* A '''ranged''' spell can be used on a target up to five metres away, and requires the caster to clearly indicate the target (such as by calling their name or description).		* A '''ranged''' spell can be used on a target up to five metres away, and requires the caster to clearly indicate the target (such as by calling their name or description).
	* A '''mass''' spell uses the {{Call\|MASS}} call, which affects anyone within a five-metre radius of the caster. The caster may delineate an area of effect with their arms.		* A '''mass''' spell uses the {{Call\|MASS}} call, which affects anyone within a five-metre radius of the caster. The caster may delineate an area of effect with their arms.

Nyeti at 22:52, 5 October 2016

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			{{Categories\|Rules}}
	The [[magic]] of [[Breaking Worlds]] takes many forms. The two main types of magical ability within the game are ''spells'' and ''rituals''.		The [[magic]] of [[Breaking Worlds]] takes many forms. The two main types of magical ability within the game are ''spells'' and ''rituals''.

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	Ways of increasing the power of a ritual include, but are not limited to:		Ways of increasing the power of a ritual include, but are not limited to:
	* Performing the ritual with several participants		* Performing the ritual with several participants
	* Performing the ritual with the assistance of one or more spirits		* Performing the ritual with the assistance of one or more [[spirits]]
	* Performing the ritual in a place of power		* Performing the ritual in a place of power
	* Sacrificing a substantial amount of silver		* [[Evocation#Sacrifice\|Sacrificing]] a substantial amount of [[Items and equipment#Money\|silver]]
	* Sacrificing gold		* Sacrificing gold
	* Sacrificing something with inherent magical or spiritual power (including people!)		* Sacrificing something with inherent magical or spiritual power (including people!)


	~~{{Rules}}~~

Nyeti: Navbox

2016-10-04T16:31:59Z

Navbox

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	* Sacrificing gold		* Sacrificing gold
	* Sacrificing something with inherent magical or spiritual power (including people!)		* Sacrificing something with inherent magical or spiritual power (including people!)


			{{Rules}}

Nyeti at 16:39, 1 October 2016

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	The caster must use a vocal (speak a few words appropriate for spellcasting). They must also have one hand free (that is, not ruined by {{Call\|CLEAVE}} and not holding a weapon or other item) to cast a spell.<br>		The caster must use a vocal (speak a few words appropriate for spellcasting). They must also have one hand free (that is, not ruined by {{Call\|CLEAVE}} and not holding a weapon or other item) to cast a spell.<br>
	An exception is that you may cast while holding a clearly magical implement such as a wand, rod, or staff. This may be [[Safety#Weapon safety\|weapon-safe]] - if so, it is considered a weapon and you may strike with it in melee for implied {{Call\|SINGLE}} (if you are [[Items and equipment#Weapons\|proficient]] with a weapon of that size) or {{Call\|ZERO}}, but you may not use it for any other melee calls.<br>		An exception is that you may cast while holding a clearly magical implement such as a wand, rod, or staff. This may be [[Safety#Weapon safety\|weapon-safe]] - if so, it is considered a weapon and you may strike with it in melee for implied {{Call\|SINGLE}} (if you are [[Items and equipment#Weapons\|proficient]] with a weapon of that size) or {{Call\|ZERO}}, but you may not use it for any other melee calls.<br>
	After casting a spell, a character cannot ~~cast~~ another spell for five seconds.		After casting a spell, a character cannot start casting another spell for five seconds.

	== Rituals ==		== Rituals ==

Nyeti at 16:23, 1 October 2016

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	The caster must use a vocal (speak a few words appropriate for spellcasting). They must also have one hand free (that is, not ruined by {{Call\|CLEAVE}} and not holding a weapon or other item) to cast a spell.<br>		The caster must use a vocal (speak a few words appropriate for spellcasting). They must also have one hand free (that is, not ruined by {{Call\|CLEAVE}} and not holding a weapon or other item) to cast a spell.<br>
	An exception is that you may cast while holding a clearly magical implement such as a wand, rod, or staff. This may be [[Safety#Weapon safety\|weapon-safe]] - if so, you may strike with it in melee for implied {{Call\|SINGLE}} (if you are [[Items and equipment#Weapons\|proficient]] with a weapon of that size) or {{Call\|ZERO}}, but you may not use it for any other melee calls.<br>		An exception is that you may cast while holding a clearly magical implement such as a wand, rod, or staff. This may be [[Safety#Weapon safety\|weapon-safe]] - if so, it is considered a weapon and you may strike with it in melee for implied {{Call\|SINGLE}} (if you are [[Items and equipment#Weapons\|proficient]] with a weapon of that size) or {{Call\|ZERO}}, but you may not use it for any other melee calls.<br>
	After casting a spell, a character cannot cast another spell for five seconds.		After casting a spell, a character cannot cast another spell for five seconds.

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	The caster must use a vocal (speak a few words appropriate for spellcasting). They must also have one hand free (that is, not ruined by {{Call\|CLEAVE}} and not holding a weapon or other item) to cast a spell.		The caster must use a vocal (speak a few words appropriate for spellcasting). They must also have one hand free (that is, not ruined by {{Call\|CLEAVE}} and not holding a weapon or other item) to cast a spell.

	An exception is that you may cast while holding a clearly magical implement such as a wand, rod, or staff. This may be [[Safety#Weapon safety\|weapon-safe]] - if so, it is considered a weapon and you may strike with it in melee for implied {{Call\|SINGLE}} (if you are [[Items and equipment#Weapons\|proficient]] with a weapon of that size) or {{Call\|ZERO}}, but you may not use it to deliver stamina~~-enhanced blows~~.		An exception is that you may cast while holding a clearly magical implement such as a wand, rod, or staff. This may be [[Safety#Weapon safety\|weapon-safe]] - if so, it is considered a weapon and you may strike with it in melee for implied {{Call\|SINGLE}} (if you are [[Items and equipment#Weapons\|proficient]] with a weapon of that size) or {{Call\|ZERO}}, but you may not use it to deliver more powerful blows using [[Warrior skills\|stamina]].

	After casting a spell, a character cannot start casting another spell for five seconds.		After casting a spell, a character cannot start casting another spell for five seconds.
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	* A '''minor ritual''' is slower and more complex than a spell, but still fairly routine. Anyone with the required skill is able to perform a minor ritual with two minutes of appropriate roleplay. However, they can sometimes increase the effect of the ritual by making additional efforts (see below). A character may be the target of any given minor ritual up to ''twice per day''.		* A '''minor ritual''' is slower and more complex than a spell, but still fairly routine. Anyone with the required skill is able to perform a minor ritual with two minutes of appropriate roleplay. However, they can sometimes increase the effect of the ritual by making additional efforts (see below). A character may be the target of any given minor ritual up to ''twice per day''.
	* A '''major ritual''' is a significant and impressive work of magic. Performing a major ritual takes at least two minutes and requires additional costs (~~typically~~ at least two or three from the list below, and ideally more). A character may be the target of any given major ritual up to ''once per day''.		* A '''major ritual''' is a significant and impressive work of magic. Performing a major ritual takes at least two minutes and requires additional costs (at least two or three from the list below, and ideally more). A character may be the target of any given major ritual up to ''once per day''.
	* An '''epic ritual''' is an exceptional feat of magic. Performing such a ritual takes several minutes and requires substantial additional costs (examples from the list below) as well as a suitable ''plot opportunity'' - the [[Guides]] can advise on this.		* An '''epic ritual''' is an exceptional feat of magic. Performing such a ritual takes several minutes and requires substantial additional costs (examples from the list below) as well as a suitable ''plot opportunity'' - the [[Guides]] can advise on this.

	~~Ways~~ of ~~increasing the~~ power of a ritual include, but are not limited to:		Sources of power for a ritual include, but are not limited to:
	* Performing the ritual with several participants		* Performing the ritual with several participants
	* Performing the ritual with the assistance of one or more [[spirits]]		* Performing the ritual with the assistance of one or more [[spirits]]
	* Performing the ritual in a place of power		* Performing the ritual in a place of power
	* [[Evocation#Sacrifice\|Sacrificing]] a ~~substantial~~ amount of [[Items and equipment#Money\|silver]]		* [[Evocation#Sacrifice\|Sacrificing]] a significant amount of [[Items and equipment#Money\|silver]] - usually at least 16 SD
	* Sacrificing gold		* Sacrificing gold
	* Sacrificing something with inherent magical or spiritual power (including people!)		* Sacrificing something with inherent magical or spiritual power (including people!)

	For each ritual performance, its goal is determined by the ''leader'', who must have the appropriate [[Skills\|skill]]. The leader can conceal or obfuscate the goal from observers or even to the other participants. However, all participants will become aware of the effect of a ritual when it is completed, and any non-participant with the ability to examine a magical effect can use this ability on a ritual in progress.<br>		For each ritual performance, its goal is determined by the ''leader'', who must have the appropriate [[Skills\|skill]]. The leader can conceal or obfuscate the goal from observers or even from the other participants. However, all participants will become aware of the effect of a ritual when it is completed, and any non-participant with the ability to examine a magical effect can use this ability on a ritual in progress.<br>
	Each ritual performance should be obvious to observers, even if its goal is concealed.		Each ritual performance should be obvious to observers, even if its goal is concealed.

			=== Improvised rituals ===

			The skills [[Channeller skills#Elemental Ascendancy\|Elemental Ascendancy]], [[Channeller skills#Elemental Mastery\|Elemental Mastery]], and [[Evoker skills#Mastery of Evocation\|Mastery of Evocation]] allow a character to improvise rituals within a particular theme. These improvised rituals are less efficient than standard rituals and have additional requirements:
			* Improvised rituals always require one more source of power than a standard ritual of the same power level (examples from the list above).
			* Improvised rituals always require some kind of material sacrifice as one of the sources of power.
			In the right circumstances and at ref discretion a character may be given the opportunity to turn a suitable improvised ritual into a standard ritual, which can then be learned as a skill.