Rocks, Crystals, And Gemstones
Goes into crystals and a bit on magic with such.
The party originally skimmed this book to see if it discussed the Crystal structures on the island.
This book goes a lot into rocks, crystals, and gemstones. So MOST of the information on any Gem page herein.
It discusses a little bit of Gem Magic, but not much as the author didn't learn much about this except the rumors he came about a place called Gnomengraad where they have found many ways to control Gem Magic, especially using ancient devices known as Mythallars
Also goes into Residuum
Although not explicit, one could reasonably surmise after having knowledge the party has accrued since now that the crystals on the island of Outding Refuge are magically enhanced in a variety of ways. Mostly because the unique Arcane Forge (which is connected to the Far Realms) and a long standing Dragon Hoard are there it has definitely affected the lands and caused the creation of such crystals. It is not that the rocks hold magic, but they can definitely work with magic much easier than other rocks and crystals, for the most part. It also seems that this means using such crystals in the Arcane Forge on this island is what helps make some magic items easier or even possible. Also that the 333 Gems of Tharizdun. hold great power and there may be ways in controlling this power. Additionally, there are stories of those who create gemslots in some items to grant magical abilities. The author could not support this, but it is brought up a few times.
Purpose
based on Bastion's reading:
The party originally skimmed this book to see if it discussed the Crystal structures on the island.
This book goes a lot into rocks, crystals, and gemstones. So MOST of the information on any Gem page herein.
It discusses a little bit of Gem Magic, but not much as the author didn't learn much about this except the rumors he came about a place called Gnomengraad where they have found many ways to control Gem Magic, especially using ancient devices known as Mythallars.
Also goes into Residuum
15 - although not explicit, one could reasonably surmise after having knowledge the party has accrued since now that the crystals on the island of Outding Refuge are magically enhanced in a variety of ways. Mostly because the unique Arcane Forge (which is connected to the Far Realms) and a long standing Dragon horde are there it has definitely affected the lands and caused the Creation of such crystals. It is not that the rocks hold magic, but they can definitely Work with magic much easier than other rocks and crystals, for the most part. It also seems that this means using such crystals in the Arcane Forge on this island is what helps make some magic items easier or even possible. Also that the Gems of Tharizdun hold great power and there may be ways in controlling this power. Additionally, there are stories of those who create gemslots in some items to grant magical abilities. The author could not support this, but it is brought up a few times.
20 - Reading between the lines you realize that there is the recipe to create a "Stone of Good Luck".
-Polished Agate (value minimum: 250gp,
-Minimum Level 3
-additional 200 gp of materials
-2 Work weeks
-CR 4-8
Need to shape the Agate and/or the sculpture (usually made to represent a cat head and made of a black Rock type material).
Historical Details
History
- "Necromantic Artes v.1" -- a primer on the art of Necromancy and controlling the undead.
- "Known Claims of the Far Realm" -- goes into what is known about the "Far Realms"
- "Devil Men of the Deep, the Study of the Walking Piscine Killers" -- about Sahuagin
- "Rocks, Crystals, And Gemstones" -- Goes into crystals and a bit on magic with such
- "Green Thumb" -- a book on gardening
Bastion reads from Rocks, Crystals, And Gemstones, where it discusses a lot about Gems across Dierde, about Gnomengraad which seems to have some Gem Magic, Residuum, and it seems to help explain how Outding Refuge is home to strange crystals because of the Dragon Hoard and the Arcane Forge with a connection to the Far Realms. It even discusses a bit about the 333 Gems of Tharizdun.
This is very fair amount in value for the emeralds, but no one in the party has any real background in gems. Bastion tries to recall if anything was in the Rocks, Crystals, And Gemstones book... no recall.
Retcon, Sabastion (21) on int check for Rocks, Crystals, And Gemstones based on Bastion's reading: The party originally skimmed this book to see if it discussed the Crystal structures on the island. This book goes a lot into Rocks, Crystals, And Gemstones. So MOST of the information on any Gem page herein. It discusses a little bit of Gem Magic, but not much as the author didn't learn much about this except the rumors he came about a place called Gnomengraad where they have found many ways to control Gem Magic, especially using ancient devices known as Mythallars. Also goes into Residuum how it can do some enchanting of items. 15 - although not explicit, one could reasonably surmise after having knowledge the party has accrued since now that the crystals on the island of Outding Refuge are magically enhanced in a variety of ways. Mostly because the unique Arcane Forge (which is connected to the Far Realms) and a long standing Dragon horde are there it has definitely affected the lands and caused the Creation of such crystals. It is not that the rocks hold magic, but they can definitely Work with magic much easier than other rocks and crystals, for the most part. It also seems that this means using such crystals in the Arcane Forge on this island is what helps make some magic items easier or even possible. Also that the Gems of Tharizdun hold great power and there may be ways in controlling this power. Additionally, there are stories of those who create gemslots in some items to grant magical abilities. The author could not support this, but it is brought up a few times. 20 - Reading between the lines you realize that there is the recipe to create a "Stone of Good Luck". -Polished Agate (value minimum: 250gp, -Minimum Level 3 -additional 200 gp of materials -2 Work weeks -CR 4-8 Need to shape the Agate and/or the sculpture (usually made to represent a cat head and made of a black Rock type material).
This book was briefly reviewed, but fully read with detail by Bastion Bladesinger while hiding in Jacoby Drexelhand's hideout.
It is in the possession of The Menagerie and was found Session 05: New Member Report at Jacoby Drexelhand's work station under the Outding Refuge Church.
2 lbs.