The Chrystal Cores of Blessed Creatures [WASC2020]

Properties

Origin & Source

the crystal cores of the blessed creatures have their name because of their formation process.
The blessed animals of saga dorm have inert magical potential. However, being a nonsentient creature, they are unable to tap the power that is within them by nature. When a blessed animal dies or is killed, instead of D King as a normal creature, this animal rapidly petrifies into stone. All of the magic from the animal then coalesces into the last functioning organ of the body, traditionally a liver, a heart, or brain. This organ instead of turning into stone, turns into a crystal. This crystal contains all of the magical potential of the animal. The cores do retain the shape of the organ from which it was formed, however in a slightly smaller more compact shape. Depending on the size and usage of the core, it may be shaped into orbs, the shards, or other useful shapes depending on their usage. Cores that come from the Very small blessed animals are often used for jewelry that is worn by the fairies that can power symbol can trips. Crystal cores only form with in wild animals. Animals that have been domesticated aren't no longer connected to saga dorm and thus unable to be blessed or be able to form a core upon their death.
Blessed animals are highly sought after by the fairies of saga dorm as it is the only way to power their magics.

Life & Expiration

Magics Powered by Cores

The level of power drawn from a core depends on the complexity (i.e. level) of magic that is being performed.

• One First Level Spell drains a First Tier Core worth 1 gold pieces
• One Second Level Spell drains a Second Tier Core worth 2 gold pieces
• One Third Level Spell drains a Third Tier Core worth 10 gold pieces
• One Fouth Level Spell drains a Fourth Tier Core worth 25 gold pieces
• One Fifth Level Spell drains a Fifth Tier Core worth 50 gold pieces

Cantrips (minor magic) is a negligible drain on cores. Roughly one thousand uses per first tier core.
Over time the ability for a court to recharge diminishes. A core could last for hundreds of recharges, but each recharge is slightly less than the one before. Meaning after a while fifth tier core would only be able to perform fourth level magic.
A crystal that has completely drained and is unable to be recharged is considered an heirloom and is often added to decorations or museums or depending on its rarity.

History & Usage

History

the use of cores was known by the dragons for many centuries prior to their extinction. During this time humans had no knowledge or understanding about blessed animals or the cores that are found within them.

Type

Ore/Mineral

Value

Varies based on size and magical potency

Rarity

Pretty Rare and Difficult to harvest

Odor

None

Taste

None

Color

Varies based on Animal and Elemental Origins

Density

Double the density of traditionally mined crystal

Common State

Solid