Lore: In the vast expanse of Saṃsāra’s markets, actuary elves, known for their precise predictions and calculations, held a unique position. While most focused on numbers and future speculations, one actuary, Elandrial, delved into the art of magical crafting. The “Disappearing Nine of Actuary’s Calculation” was his masterwork, created not just for protection but to represent the unseen variables in every equation. The number ‘nine’ was symbolic of the nine realms of possibility that every actuary took into account.
Appearance: The item is meticulously crafted with precision, bearing geometric patterns and numerical symbols. Its design encapsulates the essence of actuary science, mathematical beauty, and the art of prediction.
Color: Silver with intricate lines of gold.
Stats:
- Protection: +1 (While its primary power is invisibility, it offers minimal protection against harm)
- Insight: +2 (Aids in understanding and calculating risks)
Slots: Can adapt to any slot, be it a cloak, a pair of gloves, a belt, or a hat. The Disappearing Nine adjusts as per the wearer’s desire.
Cost: 35 golden crescents (Considering its uniqueness, it holds a modest price for its common rarity)
Tags: Actuary Craft, Elandrial Magic, Unseen Variable, Invisible Protection
Magics:
- Elandrial’s Unseen Shield: The enchantment responsible for rendering the item invisible once worn. Symbolizes the unseen factors in every actuary’s calculation.
- Realm Insight: Provides a subtle intuition about potential outcomes, representing the nine realms of possibility.
Additional Information: This item is highly sought after by actuary elves and those dealing in risk and predictions. Beyond its protective capabilities, it stands as a reminder of the unseen, the variables not accounted for in every equation. For an actuary in Saṃsāra, wearing the Disappearing Nine is not just about invisibility, but a nod to the profession’s intricacies, acknowledging that there’s always more than meets the eye.
Perception of Activation:
- Sight:
- Perceived: The Disappearing Nine of Actuary’s Calculation momentarily forms geometric patterns before vanishing.
- Description: Intricate, golden mathematical designs become momentarily vivid, forming complex patterns before fading with the item.
- Positives: A clear visual indicator of the item’s activation.
- Negatives: The sudden emergence of patterns can attract unwanted attention.
- Hearing:
- Perceived: A soft hum resembling the ticking of a metronome or counting device.
- Description: The essence of precise calculation resonates as a gentle, rhythmic sound.
- Positives: Provides an auditory confirmation of the item’s activation.
- Negatives: In quiet situations, the humming might be distracting or give away the user’s position.
- Touch:
- Perceived: A sensation of coolness, akin to the touch of metal.
- Description: The metallic nature of the garment is briefly emphasized during activation, reminding the wearer of its actuarial origins.
- Positives: Gives tactile assurance of the item’s presence even when invisible.
- Negatives: The sudden coolness might be startling in warmer settings.
- Smell:
- Perceived: The faint aroma of parchment and ink.
- Description: Evokes the environment of meticulous calculations and record-keeping.
- Positives: Enhances immersion, grounding the wearer in the actuarial essence.
- Negatives: Might be too subtle to notice for most, or evoke memories of long hours working on calculations.
- Taste:
- Perceived: A fleeting taste of clear, cool water.
- Description: Symbolizes clarity and purity in calculations.
- Positives: Refreshing and indicative of the item’s clear purpose.
- Negatives: An unexpected taste might momentarily confuse the wearer.
- Extra-Sensory Perceptions:
- Intuitive Insight:
- Perceived: A brief flash of understanding or clarity regarding an immediate situation or problem.
- Description: Tapping into the item’s actuarial magic gives a momentary, clearer view of potential outcomes.
- Positives: Can guide decision-making in crucial moments.
- Negatives: Over-reliance on these insights might deter the wearer from trusting their instincts.
- Aura Sensing:
- Perceived: A balanced, harmonious aura radiating mathematical precision.
- Description: Sensitives to magical auras can detect the intricate blend of art and science within the Disappearing Nine.
- Positives: Reveals the authenticity and power of the item.
- Negatives: Attracts attention from those interested in acquiring or harnessing such an aura.
- Temporal Awareness:
- Perceived: A sensation of being momentarily anchored in the present, with clearer insights into immediate past and potential futures.
- Description: Engages the wearer’s perception of time, aiding in better predictions.
- Positives: Enhances decision-making based on past experiences and future predictions.
- Negatives: Can be disorienting or overwhelming if the wearer isn’t used to such heightened temporal awareness.
- Intuitive Insight:
Crafting Recipe for the Disappearing Nine of Actuary’s Calculation
- Materials Needed:
- Precision Silk: A square yard of silk woven under the lunar eclipse, known for its adaptability to intricate designs.
- Actuary’s Ink: A vial of ink derived from the crushed berries of the Predictive Plant, a rare flora found only in Saṃsāra’s actuarial groves.
- Golden Thread of Calculation: A spool of thread made by melting ancient coins used in the first Saṃsāra markets, infused with the essence of countless transactions and predictions.
- Clarity Crystal: A small, clear gemstone that aids in clear vision and understanding.
- Essence of Balance: A liquid extract from the balanced scales tree, helping in maintaining the item’s aura of harmony.
- Tools Required:
- Loom of Precision: A special loom designed to handle delicate and intricate crafting processes.
- Enchanted Needle of Numbers: A needle used for embedding mathematical and predictive enchantments into fabric.
- Actuarial Basin: Used for mixing the Actuary’s Ink and Essence of Balance.
- Geometric Compass: Essential for accurately tracing the mathematical designs onto the fabric.
- Skill Requirements:
- Expert Tailoring: Essential for the intricate detailing and embedding of magical properties.
- Advanced Enchanting: For infusing the garment with its predictive and invisibility powers.
- Mastery of Actuarial Sciences: To ensure the crafting process adheres to the principles of actuarial precision and balance.
- Crafting Steps:
- Preparation: Stretch the Precision Silk evenly on the Loom of Precision. Ensure it is free from wrinkles and is taut.
- Tracing Designs: Using the Geometric Compass and Actuary’s Ink, meticulously trace the intricate mathematical patterns onto the silk.
- Weaving Predictions: With the Enchanted Needle of Numbers and the Golden Thread of Calculation, embroider the mathematical symbols and designs, ensuring each stitch is precise.
- Infusion: In the Actuarial Basin, mix a few drops of Actuary’s Ink with the Essence of Balance. This concoction should be gently sprinkled over the embroidered fabric. Place the Clarity Crystal in the center of the fabric and let it sit under a new moon’s night. The crystal will absorb and disperse its clarity properties into the garment.
- Final Touches: Remove the Clarity Crystal and store it for future use. Let the garment dry in a quiet room filled with books of calculations and predictions. The ambient knowledge will further enhance the garment’s properties.
When meticulously crafted with respect to actuarial principles and the essence of prediction, the Disappearing Nine of Actuary’s Calculation will emerge as a masterpiece, blending the intricacies of numbers with the magic of Saṃsāra.
The Cloth of No-See and the Number-Keeper
Long and long before, in land of shadow-mists, tale of no-see cloth whispered. This cloth, by hands of number-keeper Elandrial, made for counting-folk of Saṃsāra. Named “Disappearing Nine of Actuary’s Calculation”, once in old-tongue named “Mist-Cloth of Countings.”
Center-heart of Saṃsāra, number-keeper, called Actinor, with deep-thought, known for number-speak and mist-reads. Actinor, skin-covered in number-signs, heart heavy, wanting to be no-see from judgment-eyes.
Moon when stars dance, Actinor feet-touch the Mist-Cloth of Countings. With deep-breath, he wore, and like mist-shadow, he was no-see. In this no-see, Actinor walked, no eyes see, but heart heavy still, for even no-see, inside-self was shadow-hidden.
Sun-turns and moon-turns, Actinor walked and number-spoke. The Mist-Cloth, feeling heart-weight, let go of Actinor. And under all-see sky, true-self of Actinor seen. Number-signs shone, and countings clear. Number-folk saw, not with eyes, but with heart-deep. And heart-clap, like rain-fall, was heard.
Moral of the Story: True-see not with eyes, but with heart-deep. Cloth-hide or no, true-self shines when heart is open-sky. Being true-self is heart-glow, even in no-see times.
Suggested conversion to other systems:
Call of Cthulhu:
Item: Disappearing Nine of Actuary’s Calculation
- Type: Enchanted Garment
- Description: A garment that vanishes when worn.
- Effect: Grants the wearer a bonus of +25% to Stealth and Accounting rolls.
- Sanity Loss: 0/1d4 (Seeing oneself or another vanish can be startling)
Dungeons & Dragons 5e:
Name: Disappearing Nine of Actuary’s Calculation
- Type: Wondrous Item (Clothing)
- Rarity: Uncommon
- Description: A garment that turns invisible upon donning.
- Effect: While wearing this item, you gain advantage on Stealth and Intelligence (Investigation) checks related to calculations.
Knave:
Item: Disappearing Nine of Actuary’s Calculation
- Type: Garment
- Description: A garment that turns invisible upon wearing.
- Effect: Grants +2 bonus to Stealth and any tests related to calculations or predictions.
Numenera & Cypher System:
Item: Disappearing Nine of Actuary’s Calculation
- Type: Wearable Cypher
- Level: 3
- Effect: The wearer becomes invisible for 10 minutes. During this time, they gain an asset to stealth and tasks involving calculations.
Pathfinder 2e:
Name: Disappearing Nine of Actuary’s Calculation
- Type: Invested; Magical; Enchantment
- Price: 50 gold
- Usage: Worn; Bulk L
- Activate: Interact action
- Effect: On activation, this item grants invisibility for 5 minutes and a +1 item bonus to Stealth and checks related to calculations.
Savage Worlds:
Name: Disappearing Nine of Actuary’s Calculation
- Type: Magical Garment
- Effect: +2 to Stealth rolls. The wearer also gains +2 to any rolls related to calculations or predictions.
Shadowrun:
Name: Disappearing Nine of Actuary’s Calculation
- Type: Magical Clothing
- Armor Rating: +0
- Availability: 12R
- Cost: 5,000¥
- Effect: Provides a +2 dice pool modifier to Stealth tests. Additionally, grants +2 dice for any tests related to calculations or predictions.
Starfinder:
Name: Disappearing Nine of Actuary’s Calculation
- Type: Hybrid Item (Clothing)
- Level: 3
- Price: 2,000 credits
- Usage: 1/hour
- Capacity: 12
- Description: A garment granting invisibility upon activation.
- Effect: Grants invisibility for 5 minutes. Also grants a +1 circumstance bonus to Stealth and any checks related to calculations.
Warhammer (Fantasy Roleplay):
Name: Disappearing Nine of Actuary’s Calculation
- Type: Enchanted Clothing
- Encumbrance: 1
- Availability: Rare
- Description: A piece of clothing that turns invisible when worn.
- Effect: Grants +10% to Stealth tests. Also provides +10% to any checks related to financial calculations or predictions.