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Wings of Eclipsed Moon

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Dale
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From: Hive 578 of Luminaura Celestyx Evolved Form

Type: Wing Armor

Material: Ethereal Silk interwoven with Lunar Dust

Effect: Increases flying speed by 10 feet and grants silent flight.

Additional Traits: Allows for limited levitation when stationary.

The Lore: The “Wings of Eclipsed Moon” are a mythical set of wing armor crafted from ethereal silk interwoven with rare lunar dust. This remarkable armor is believed to be the work of the elusive Moondancer Spiders—a species known to spin their webs in areas where the energies of the celestial bodies are particularly potent. The lunar dust that strengthens the wings is said to be ground from the moonstones that are found only on the highest peaks of the Shardspire Mountains, accessible only during a lunar eclipse.

The wings were once said to belong to Lysandra, the Moon Whisperer, a famous sky mage who fought in the War of the Celestial Tides. She used them to command aerial formations and to silently infiltrate enemy fortifications. The “Wings of Eclipsed Moon” were lost to time after her death but have appeared throughout history, gracing the back of several notable avatars who have changed the course of events.

The Use: The “Wings of Eclipsed Moon” enhance the capabilities of flying creatures or those with the ability to fly through magical means. The armor grants increased flying speed, allowing for quicker traversal and the ability to outpace pursuers. The lunar dust woven into the fabric grants the wearer silent flight, making it ideal for covert operations or surprise attacks. The wings also possess the mystical ability to allow the wearer to levitate in place when stationary, making it easier to maintain altitude or to hover in place for strategic advantages.

Level One Stats, Skills, Slot, Cost, Tags, and Appearance

  • Type: Wing Armor
  • Material: Ethereal Silk interwoven with Lunar Dust
  • Effect: Increases flying speed by 10 feet and grants silent flight.
  • Additional Traits: Allows for limited levitation when stationary.
  • Slot: Back/Wings
  • Cost: Unique, cannot be purchased
  • Tags: Silent, Levitation, Speed
  • Skills Required: None for Level One, but training in “Flight Mastery” or similar skills would enhance its effectiveness.

Appearance: The wings are almost translucent and shimmer with a silvery light. The ethereal silk glows faintly, illuminating the lunar dust interwoven into the material. When the wings catch the light, a mesmerizing pattern appears that mimics the phases of the moon. The armor is fastened to the back by a complex system of magical clasps and interlocking rings made from moon-imbued silver.

Enchantments: The primary enchantment on the “Wings of Eclipsed Moon” is a “Velocity Glyph,” which grants an increased flying speed of 10 feet. This is infused directly into the ethereal silk and activated through the wearer’s magical flow. A secondary enchantment known as the “Silence Mantle” ensures the wings make no noise during flight, essential for stealth and covert missions. Lastly, a “Hovering Sigil” allows for limited levitation, enabling the wearer to stay airborne without much effort when stationary. All these enchantments are powered by the magical flow circulating through the lunar dust woven into the fabric.

Protective Aura: The lunar dust, apart from its elemental properties, also acts as a conduit for a protective aura. This aura is subtle, manifesting as a soft, silver glow around the wearer. It doesn’t provide a statistical protective benefit but is known to disrupt or ward off lesser magical detection and scrying attempts aimed at the wearer.

Significance: The “Wings of Eclipsed Moon” hold tremendous historical and cultural significance. They were once worn by heroes and key figures who changed the course of wars and shaped destiny. Owning such an artifact instantly marks one as a person of importance, either as a beacon of hope or a target of envy and intrigue. The wings are also a symbol of celestial harmony and the balance between the mystical forces of the sun and moon, often used in rituals seeking to harness these powerful celestial energies.

Symbolism: The ethereal silk symbolizes the ever-changing, elusive nature of the moon, and the lunar dust represents its more substantial, elemental aspect. Together, they are a representation of balance, much like the moon’s phases symbolize the cycle of life, death, and rebirth. The wings are often viewed as an embodiment of freedom and transcendence, evoking the moon’s influence over the tides, cycles, and emotions.

Other Information: Due to the complexity of the enchantments and the rarity of the materials involved, repairing or modifying the “Wings of Eclipsed Moon” would require a craftsman of extraordinary skill and specialized knowledge in both enchanting and celestial phenomena. Additionally, because of their unique nature, these wings can only be attuned to one wearer at a time, requiring a bonding ritual during a moonlit night to establish the magical connection.

The wings are usually stored in a custom case made from moon-imbued silver, enchanted with preservation spells to maintain the wings’ potency and prevent the decay of their magical properties. The care and handling of these wings are traditionally passed down through oral teachings among the few who have been their keepers, adding another layer of mystery and exclusivity to this magnificent artifact.

The Tale of Moon-Wings That Speak Silent

In times long buried, sky sang stars, and moon felt loneliness. Moon wept ethereal silks, and winds carried to Earth. Old Weaver, hands like crumbled time, find the silks. Also, in night sky, stardust of Luna fall. Old Weaver weave and weave, till hands make Wings of Eclipsed Moon.

Warrior named Selena, quiet like night but strong like tidal pull, she find wings in Old Weaver’s humble shop. “These you must have,” Old Weaver say. Selena wear wings, become as moonlight, swift and quiet. Big Evil come, name unspoken because words pain ears. Selena fly, fast and quiet, behind Enemy, break Evil’s dark crystal. Light win darkness, all celebrate.

Wings go to Selena’s child, then child’s child, passing like stories. Each wearer silent but strong, each battle won not with noise but silence, speed, wit. Wings see many dawns, but still wait for dawn that never end.

Moral of Story: Silence and quickness, they power too, not less than noise and slow strength. Moon quiet, but rule tides. You too, be like Moon, make own strength in quiet and quick.

Suggested conversion to other systems:

Dungeons & Dragons 5e

    Name: Wings of Eclipsed Moon

  • Type: Wondrous Item (wing armor)
  • Rarity: Rare
  • Requires Attunement
  • Effect: Increases flying speed by 10 feet. Grants the wearer the ability to fly silently.
  • Additional Traits: Allows limited levitation when stationary.
  • Mechanics:
    • +10 feet to flying speed
    • Grants advantage on Dexterity (Stealth) checks when flying
    • Allows the user to hover up to 5 feet off the ground when stationary

Pathfinder 2e

    Name: Wings of Eclipsed Moon

  • Type: Magical Wing Armor
  • Level: 8
  • Price: 500 gp
  • Effect: Increases fly speed by 10 feet, and grants the wearer the Muffled trait, rendering their flight silent.
  • Additional Traits: Provides the ability to Hover.
  • Mechanics:
    • +10-foot status bonus to fly speed
    • Grants the “Silent” trait to flight
    • Hover for up to 1 minute per day, broken down into rounds as desired

Call of Cthulhu

    Name: Wings of Eclipsed Moon

  • Type: Mythical Artifact
  • Cost: SAN loss of 1d4 upon first use
  • Effect: Increase Move rate by 2 while airborne. Allows the wearer to fly without making noise.
  • Additional Traits: Limited Levitation.
  • Mechanics:
    • +2 to Move while airborne
    • Automatic Stealth success for actions involving flying

Numenera & Cypher System

    Name: Wings of Eclipsed Moon

  • Type: Cypher
  • Level: 1d6+2
  • Effect: Adds +10 feet to aerial speed and grants silent flight.
  • Additional Traits: Allows hovering when stationary.
  • Mechanics:
    • Grants an asset for Speed tasks involving flying
    • Grants an asset for Stealth tasks while flying

Savage Worlds

    Name: Wings of Eclipsed Moon

  • Type: Magical Device
  • Cost: 3 Power Points to activate
  • Effect: Adds +2 to Pace while flying. Silent Flight.
  • Additional Traits: Limited Hover ability.
  • Mechanics:
    • Adds +2 to Pace when flying
    • Stealth rolls made while flying are made at +2

Shadowrun

    Name: Wings of Eclipsed Moon

  • Type: Magical Item
  • Availability: 12F
  • Effect: Increases Flight speed by 2 meters/turn. Silent Flight.
  • Additional Traits: Hovering Capability.
  • Mechanics:
    • Adds 2 meters per combat turn to Flight Speed
    • Provides a +2 dice pool modifier to Stealth tests when flying

Starfinder

    Name: Wings of Eclipsed Moon

  • Type: Technological Artifact
  • Item Level: 6
  • Effect: Increases fly speed by 10 feet and allows for silent flight.
  • Additional Traits: Allows for limited levitation when stationary.
  • Mechanics:
    • +10 feet enhancement bonus to flying speed
    • Provides a +2 circumstance bonus to Stealth checks when flying

Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay

    Name: Wings of Eclipsed Moon

  • Type: Magical Artifact
  • Rarity: Rare
  • Effect: Adds +1 to Movement while airborne. Silent Flight.
  • Additional Traits: Hover ability.
  • Mechanics:
    • +1 Movement when flying
    • Silent Flight imposes a -20% penalty on opponents’ Perception tests to detect the wearer while flying.