Blackyinkin
Mongoose
Hi,
In the course of converting Griffin Mountain from Moon Design Publication from RQ2 to MRQ I have needed to convert several cults and create some new spells, so I thought I would share the new spells with you. The first two are based on old spells, Lightwall is according to the cult of Yelmalion in Cults of Glorantha an essential spell in order to become a Runelord and Lantern is an old friend to RQers. Translate seemed like a logical spell to have, I have given it to the Etyries, Lunar Trader cult in my game.
NEW RUNE SPELLS
Lantern
Area 1, Instant, Duration 10, Magnitude 1.
Runes: Light
The spell must be cast upon a flat surface (such as a ceiling or front of a shield). It illuminates a 10-Metre radius for 180 degrees giving off a glow like a normal torch. Each additional Magnitude increases the spells duration by 10 minutes.
Lightwall
Area (see below), Casting Time 2, Duration 5, Magnitude 2
Runes:Light
By casting the spell the character creates a shimmering wall of blinding white light, 10m by 3m and 15cm thick. It illuminates everything with a 15 metre radius. The caster can see through the light, but anyone stood on the opposite side of the wall has their view of the caster obscured and must make a Very Difficult Perception Test in order to strike them with suitable weapon or magic.
If the caster possesses a movement rune, he may move the lightwall one metre per Combat Action. If this option is chose the spell gains the concentration trait.
Translate
Casting Time 2, Duration 5, Magnitude 1, Ranged.
Runes: Communication
The targets words seem to become tangible in the air and then gently pop into nothingness.
The caster and the target of the spell can immediately understand each other as if they were speaking the same language. The caster and target may use their highest language skill to communicate. Each Magnitude allows an additional target to be added to the communicating group.
The following are new Divine Spells, they were created for the Etyries cult, but could be used for other trading gods.
Equal Exchange
Duration 15, Magnitude 1, Self
For each magnitude of the spell the caster gains +10% to Influence or Oratory used in the process of negotiating a trade deal, brokering an exchange or acquiring information, so long as the exchange is fair or equal.
Path Watch
Duration Special, Magnitude 2, Self
This spell is cast when travelling upon a dangerous road. It must be cast upon a road or path. The spell alerts the user to the direction and number, although not type of all enemies and traps within 100m of the caster. The spell lasts as long as the road lasts or until the caster falls asleep.
Ward Market Place
Duration Special, Magnitude 1, Area
This spell is cast upon an established shop, stall, or trade site. Each magnitude covers an area of 5m by 5m. For the duration that trading takes place in the market and the caster remains awake the Ward remains in place. The caster immediately knows of anyone seeking to harm or steal from the caster within the area of the spell.
This one is an attempt to convert another older Divine Magic, but I am not sure about it.
Concealment
Duration 15, Magnitude 1
The recipient of this spell becomes difficult to perceive, blending in with their background and becoming virtually silent. For each magnitude the recipient adds +15% to their Stealth. Anyone trying to attack the caster must make a Very Hard Perception (-60%) vs Stealth Test each round they wish to fight.
These last two spells were for more sinister chaotic cults, namely Cacodemon.
False Form
Duration 8 Weeks, Magnitude 3
This spell gives the cast the semblance of a normal human to all senses, including non-senses such as Earthsense. The spell also conceals the cult mark. It is used by Ogres to pass themselves as humans. The spell is not compatible with Extension.
Chaos Gift
Duration (Cyclical), Magnitude 2, Self
For the Duration of the Spell the priest gains a random Chaos Feature from the table on page 200 of the Runequest Deluxe rulebook. Once this spell has been used, a person is always detected as chaos tainted by appropriate magic, abilities or spirits.
Cheers Simon
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In the course of converting Griffin Mountain from Moon Design Publication from RQ2 to MRQ I have needed to convert several cults and create some new spells, so I thought I would share the new spells with you. The first two are based on old spells, Lightwall is according to the cult of Yelmalion in Cults of Glorantha an essential spell in order to become a Runelord and Lantern is an old friend to RQers. Translate seemed like a logical spell to have, I have given it to the Etyries, Lunar Trader cult in my game.
NEW RUNE SPELLS
Lantern
Area 1, Instant, Duration 10, Magnitude 1.
Runes: Light
The spell must be cast upon a flat surface (such as a ceiling or front of a shield). It illuminates a 10-Metre radius for 180 degrees giving off a glow like a normal torch. Each additional Magnitude increases the spells duration by 10 minutes.
Lightwall
Area (see below), Casting Time 2, Duration 5, Magnitude 2
Runes:Light
By casting the spell the character creates a shimmering wall of blinding white light, 10m by 3m and 15cm thick. It illuminates everything with a 15 metre radius. The caster can see through the light, but anyone stood on the opposite side of the wall has their view of the caster obscured and must make a Very Difficult Perception Test in order to strike them with suitable weapon or magic.
If the caster possesses a movement rune, he may move the lightwall one metre per Combat Action. If this option is chose the spell gains the concentration trait.
Translate
Casting Time 2, Duration 5, Magnitude 1, Ranged.
Runes: Communication
The targets words seem to become tangible in the air and then gently pop into nothingness.
The caster and the target of the spell can immediately understand each other as if they were speaking the same language. The caster and target may use their highest language skill to communicate. Each Magnitude allows an additional target to be added to the communicating group.
The following are new Divine Spells, they were created for the Etyries cult, but could be used for other trading gods.
Equal Exchange
Duration 15, Magnitude 1, Self
For each magnitude of the spell the caster gains +10% to Influence or Oratory used in the process of negotiating a trade deal, brokering an exchange or acquiring information, so long as the exchange is fair or equal.
Path Watch
Duration Special, Magnitude 2, Self
This spell is cast when travelling upon a dangerous road. It must be cast upon a road or path. The spell alerts the user to the direction and number, although not type of all enemies and traps within 100m of the caster. The spell lasts as long as the road lasts or until the caster falls asleep.
Ward Market Place
Duration Special, Magnitude 1, Area
This spell is cast upon an established shop, stall, or trade site. Each magnitude covers an area of 5m by 5m. For the duration that trading takes place in the market and the caster remains awake the Ward remains in place. The caster immediately knows of anyone seeking to harm or steal from the caster within the area of the spell.
This one is an attempt to convert another older Divine Magic, but I am not sure about it.
Concealment
Duration 15, Magnitude 1
The recipient of this spell becomes difficult to perceive, blending in with their background and becoming virtually silent. For each magnitude the recipient adds +15% to their Stealth. Anyone trying to attack the caster must make a Very Hard Perception (-60%) vs Stealth Test each round they wish to fight.
These last two spells were for more sinister chaotic cults, namely Cacodemon.
False Form
Duration 8 Weeks, Magnitude 3
This spell gives the cast the semblance of a normal human to all senses, including non-senses such as Earthsense. The spell also conceals the cult mark. It is used by Ogres to pass themselves as humans. The spell is not compatible with Extension.
Chaos Gift
Duration (Cyclical), Magnitude 2, Self
For the Duration of the Spell the priest gains a random Chaos Feature from the table on page 200 of the Runequest Deluxe rulebook. Once this spell has been used, a person is always detected as chaos tainted by appropriate magic, abilities or spirits.
Cheers Simon
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