The Mask of the Circle

The mask shone in her hands. It was intricately woven and seemed to defy all boundaries of craftsmanship. Turning the mask over, she raised the glimmering weave to her face and gasped. The world around her seemed to shimmer with untold secrets.

The Mask of the Circle is a legendary item said to have been gifted to the first member of the Masked Circle by Iva herself. Although its whereabouts are unknown, many seek it for the powers it is rumored to grant its user.

A Wonder of Craftsmanship

The Mask of the Circle is believed to be made of pure magic, formed by Iva herself and woven into an intricate pattern. Every scroll or book which features this mask seems to have a different idea of what exactly this mask looks like, ranging from a simple pattern of leaves and vines to a detailed and tightly wound work of art. Many believe that it is similar to those worn by the Masked Circle of Rosewick, given that the mask is rumored to have been made for the Circle.

Divine Power

Due to its divine origins as a product of a deity's pure magic, the mask is rumored to have a wide range of powers. Some believe it grants the ability to move and manipulate leylines in similar manner to Iva, while others believed it increased the user's magical ability, making their spells more powerful and their effects more potent. No one is quite sure its true power, and many a member of the Masked Circle has been asked to provide answers to this burning question. The Circle, however, is equally in the dark. Their founding member was extremely secretive, and if the Mask were real, it probably had been hidden far away in some unknown corner of the world.

A Global Search

Because of the rumors of the mask's divine origins, it is sought across the world by treasure hunters, magic users, and scholars alike. The Masked Circle and the Order of the Jackdaw are a few notable groups actively searching for the mask. Competition between hunters is high, and information is rarely shared between them. This has led to a few minor squabbles in the past, and no group seems to have enough information for a definitive location. Thus, the mask has remained missing for millennia.

Item type

Unique Artifact