Once upon a time, in a small village called Milktown, there lived a young boy named Sylvester. Sylvester was a curious and adventurous child who loved to explore the enchanted forest that surrounded the village. He had heard stories about a magical pebble that possessed incredible powers and was said to grant the wishes of anyone who possessed it. One sunny morning, Sylvester decided to venture further into the forest in search of this legendary pebble. Armed with his loyal dog, Benny, by his side, he trekked through thick bushes and tall trees, eager to uncover the secret of the magic pebble. After hours of searching, Sylvester stumbled upon a hidden clearing.
I really think the critical rules need better explanation. The critical is overkill almost every time, and the +10 make it more common.
In addition to these base changes, you can add the effects of a specific heritage you might apply the snow goblin heritage if your NPC is a Frostfur goblin and you want them to have cold resistance. Which seems odd to me, because I ve come across many players using Power Attack, and my Fighter playing under a couple different GMs, and nobody bats an eye at it.
After hours of searching, Sylvester stumbled upon a hidden clearing. In the center, he saw a shimmering pedestal with a single pebble resting on top. Excitedly, he reached out and picked up the magical pebble.
Enchanting Weapons and Armor with Runes
These rules are adapted from Paizo's Pathfinder 2nd edition rules, available for free online.
Most magic weapons and armor gain their enhancements from potent arcane or divine Runes etched into them. These Runes allow for in-depth customization of items. Runes must be physically engraved on items through a special process to convey their effects. They take two forms: Potency Runes and Property Runes.
Potency Runes offer the most basic and essential benefits: a weapon Potency Rune adds a bonus to a weapon’s attack rolls, and an armor Potency Rune increases the armor’s item bonus to AC.
Property Runes, by contrast, grant more varied effects—typically powers that are constant while the armor is worn or that take effect each time the weapon is used, such as a Rune that grants resistance to a specific type of damage or one that adds fire damage to a weapon’s attacks.
The number of property Runes a weapon or armor can have is equal to the value of its Potency Rune. A +1 weapon can have one property Rune, but it could hold another if the +1 weapon Potency Rune were upgraded to a +2 weapon Potency Rune.
An item with Runes is typically referred to by the value of its Potency Rune, followed by the names of any property Runes, and ends with the name of the base item. For example, you might have a +1 longsword or +2 fire-resistant chain mail.
Rune-etched armor and weapons have the same weight and general characteristics as the non-magical version unless noted otherwise, with one exception being magical items typically have greatly increased resilience and durability. For example, a +1 longsword would weigh the same as a standard longsword (unless made of special material such as mithril), but is less likely to break or be affected by wear and tear, such as rust.
Each Rune can be etched into a specific type of armor or weapon, as indicated in the Usage entry of the Rune’s stat block.
Transferring Runes
You can transfer Runes between one item and another, including a Runestone. This lets you either move one Rune from one item to another or swap a Rune on one item with a Rune on the other item. To swap, the Runes must be of the same form (potency or property).
If an item can have two or more property Runes, you decide which Runes to swap and which to leave when transferring. If you attempt to transfer a Rune to an item that can’t accept it, such as transferring a melee weapon Rune to a ranged weapon, you get an automatic critical failure on your ability check to transfer the Rune. If you transfer a Potency Rune, you might end up with property Runes on an item that can’t benefit from them. These property Runes go dormant until transferred to an item with the necessary Potency Rune or until you etch the appropriate Potency Rune on the item bearing them.
The DC of the ability check to transfer a Rune is determined by the item rarity of the Rune being transferred, and the price of the transfer is 10% of the Rune’s price, unless transferring from a Runestone, which is free. If you’re swapping, use the higher level and higher Price between the two Runes to determine these values. It takes 1 day to transfer a Rune or swap a pair of Runes.
Crafting Runes
Creating a rune follows the same rules for creating other magical items; the cost, time, and spell slots required are dependent on the rarity of the rune. Additionally, creating a rune requires a valid target to etch it onto, such as a Runestone, or a valid weapon or piece of armor. Potency Runes can be applied directly to mundane weapons and armor, however property Runes require an item with a Potency rune already etched on it, or a Runestone to hold it until it can be applied to a valid item.
Potency Rune Effects
Armor Potency: adds +X to the item's Armor Class, and determines the maximum number of property Runes.
Weapon Potency: adds +X to the weapon's attack and damage rolls, and determines the maximum number of property Runes.
Item Potency: determines the maximum number of property Runes.
Specific Armor and Weapons
Unlike armor and weapons enhanced with runes, specific armor and weapons (such as Blackrazor or a holy avenger) are created for a specific purpose and can work quite differently from other items of their type. Specific magic armor and weapons can’t gain property runes, but you can add or improve their potency runes if they possess them.
Effects based on a weapon’s number of damage dice include only the weapon’s damage die plus any extra dice from a striking rune.
Suddenly, a gentle voice echoed through the clearing. It was the spirit of the forest, thanking Sylvester for finding the magic pebble and offering to grant him one wish. Sylvester hesitated for a moment, contemplating his wish carefully. He thought about asking for wealth and fame, but he realized that true happiness lay in something else. He decided to wish for the well-being and happiness of his village and its people. As soon as he made his wish, the clearing filled with a vibrant light, and Sylvester felt a surge of joy and contentment coursing through his veins. He knew that his wish had been granted. Eager to see the effects of his wish, Sylvester hurried back to Milktown. To his surprise, he found the once-dreary village bustling with life and happiness. The villagers were filled with a newfound sense of camaraderie and were helping each other out in any way they could. Grateful for Sylvester's selfless wish, the villagers showered him with gratitude and praise. They regarded him as a hero for his act of kindness and generosity, and Sylvester felt a sense of fulfillment that he had never experienced before. From that day forward, Sylvester became known as the boy who brought joy to Milktown. The magical pebble remained a symbol of hope and unity in the village, reminding everyone of the power of selflessness and the importance of community. Sylvester continued to explore the enchanted forest, but he never again sought out personal gain or power. Instead, he dedicated his life to helping others and making the world a better place. And so, the tale of Sylvester and the magic pebble became a legend, passed down through generations, teaching the value of selflessness and the rewards of bringing happiness to others..
Reviews for "The Magic Pebble's Mystical Origins: Sylveeter's Epic Saga"
1. John - 2 stars - "I found 'Sylvester and the Magic Pebble' to be incredibly dull and uninteresting. The story lacked any sort of excitement or engaging plotline, which made it difficult for me to stay interested. Additionally, I found the characters to be one-dimensional and unrelatable. I couldn't connect with them or their struggles, which further detracted from my overall enjoyment of the book. Overall, I was disappointed by this book and wouldn't recommend it to others."
2. Sarah - 1 star - "I really did not enjoy 'Sylvester and the Magic Pebble'. The writing style felt very disjointed and the storyline was confusing. The author introduced too many unnecessary subplots that didn't add anything to the main story. Additionally, I found the main characters to be annoying and lacking depth. They made decisions that didn't make sense and seemed inconsistent. Overall, I was frustrated with this book and wouldn't recommend it."
3. Emily - 2 stars - "I had high expectations for 'Sylvester and the Magic Pebble' based on the positive reviews I had read, but unfortunately, it fell short for me. The story had potential but was dragged on unnecessarily. The pacing was slow, making it difficult to stay engaged. Furthermore, I found the illustrations to be lackluster and unimpressive. They didn't add anything special to the story. While the message about the importance of family and love was nice, it wasn't enough to redeem the book for me."
4. Jake - 1 star - "I have to say that 'Sylvester and the Magic Pebble' was a complete waste of my time. The story was incredibly predictable and lacked any sort of originality. It felt like I had read this same plot multiple times before. Additionally, the writing style was dry and lacked any sort of vibrancy. It was a struggle to get through the book and I was ultimately disappointed. I would definitely not recommend this to anyone looking for an exciting or unique read."