Magical items are not forbidden outright in the
Sacred Republic, but use and possession of such treasures is strictly controlled. As a general rule, items associated with divine magic and especially with the Church Octaval are relatively lightly controlled, while those tainted with arcane magic are more strictly regulated. Any item which affects a summoning is subject to the strictest control.
Artificer Docket
Less exceptional items require an artificer docket, affirming that they were created or verified safe using the authorised methods of the
Artificer's Guild. The licensing fee is 1% of the evaluated item price at time of purchase, inheritance or aquisition, or 50% for a search to affirm and certify the authenticity of an item after the fact. Artificers require a special licence to verify dockets for any item they did not create themselves.
Certificate of Inheritance
More powerful magic items are only legal in the possession of those who have inherited them by will, the item having been initially certified suitable as a transferable bequest by the Cult of Iuva, or have been entrusted with the use of the item by the Church. Each such item has a certificate of inheritance, detailing both the initial certification and the limitations on its transferance. Certifying a new magical item requires an inspection at a great temple, which costs 10% of the item's evaluated cost, and will be refused if the item is deemed unsuitable or dangerous.
Exemption for Heirloom or Trust
Artifacts of legendary and unique power are illegal without a full document trail detailing their certification and inheritance, either as a designated heirloom or as a trust imparted by the Church. Obtaining such documentation cost 25% of the cost of the item, followed by a rigorous series of examinations of both the artefact and the would-be wielder, and will be denied anyway if the item is deemed dangerous or 'tainted'.
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