Merlonian Skullcap
"Those skullcaps might be a relic from the past, but they sure helped turn the tide against the Fae creatures and allowed our people to carve out the kingdoms that we have today. And anyone wearing them has that same responsibility today, so don’t go worrying about “Creatures” in the woods, we got you covered."The Merlonian Skullcaps are created and worn only by those powerful wizards known as the Merlonian Magicians. They were originally created as mighty aids for magical battle against the druids and Fae creatures of Avalonia and derive their namesake from the magicians of the boggy nation of Merlonia. Today the skullcaps serve mostly as a status symbol for the heads of high ranking magical families and wizard politicians of Avalonia.
Appearance
Despite being in use from ancient days, the skull cap has remained mostly unchanged. It is still a thin, tight fitting, curved, metallic plate that sits upon the shaved head of the wearer. Originally it was composed solely of arcane silver due to the magic enhancing abilities, however the more modern versions have overlain that silver with other metals and precious gemstones. Some have even gone to great lengths creating intricate designs, ornamental scalloped edges, and adornments for their skullcaps. Although these newer additions to the cap certainly add to their aesthetic, they do not seem to enhance or detract from the overall magic of the piece.Function
While the abilities and powers of these headpieces can vary, most of them have the same basic functions of enhancing the wearer’s magical prowess and protections. Specifically they allow immunity against low level enchantments, charms, and illusion spells and reduced effects against greater levels of these types. Additionally, spells cast by the wearer are maximized for range, duration, effect, and damage. Known variants of these skullcaps allow for additional forms of short range telepathy, and improved vision, including additional darkvision, heat vision, or farsight. Rumors persist of other much more unique types that permit a limited form of telekinesis, pyrokinesis, cryokinesis, electrokinesis, or atmokinesis.Manufacturing process
"Eh lad. Don’t confuse the intricate designs and fancy baubles on their heads for power. The most powerful wizards don’t need such eye catchers to convey their might. Those wearing the plainest and simplest skullcaps are the truly powerful."
"I have finally acquired your rightful inheritance. Happy birthday son!" "What am I going to do with grandpas old skullcap?" "Well I guess you could just hang in on your wall. Or… maybe you can follow in your grandfathers footsteps, don this potent artifact, become a powerful Merlonian Magician, and restore our family to its former greatness. The choice is pretty clear."
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Amélie I. S. Debruyne
Nice article! I love the idea of that skullcap and wizards wearing it as a status symbol :D and I like your quotes :D Do the metal and gemstones other than arcana silver make the skullcap less efficient? Is it a requirement for the person wearing the skullcap to be shaved for it to function, or is it just a fashion rule? Is there some magic that helps the skullcap stays in the head, or is it just its shape that maintain it there, like a crown?
Thanks for checking out my article. The additions to the skullcaps don't help or hinder its effectiveness in anyway. Shaving the head doesn't effect the skullcaps abilities, it just prevents the bad smell of the hair deteriorating underneath of it. The skullcap stays on the head through a special glue that causes the hair deterioration.