Lore: Baba Yaga 132 of Admiration is said to be a creation of Baba Yaga herself for those who she deems worthy of her attention. It takes the form of an ornate hand mirror, crafted with forest motifs and accented with mysterious runes. The mirror is said to reflect not just the face but the soul, making it a conduit for magical admiration that can be used to both bolster the self and manipulate others.
Stats:
- Type: Magical Hand Mirror
- Rarity: Common
- Weight: 1 lb
- Slot: One hand
- Tier: 1
Roleplay: When the user holds the mirror and gazes into it, they may feel a surge of self-confidence and esteem, emboldened by the magical reflection. However, it’s essential to remember that the mirror also has the capacity to amplify vanity and arrogance if overused. The mirror could also be used to captivate others momentarily, making it easier for diplomatic encounters or to distract foes.
Costs:
- Currency: 100 gold pieces or equivalent
- Material Components: A personal item from someone who truly admires you
- Maintenance: Must be cleaned and charged during a new moon
Magics:
- Self-Bolster: The user can activate the mirror as a bonus action to gain advantage on the next Charisma-based skill check.
- Admiring Gaze: As an action, the user can force one target to make a Wisdom saving throw or be charmed for 1 minute.
Tags: Magical, Reflection, Emotional Manipulation, Charisma-based
Defense and Offense in Different Environments:
- Forest: In a forest environment, the mirror could reveal hidden paths or creatures when one admires its surface, aiding in navigation and avoiding ambushes.
- Urban: In crowded marketplaces or grand halls, it can be used to charm someone into revealing information or to distract city guards.
- Dungeon: Deep within a dungeon’s gloom, the mirror’s light could serve as a beacon, and its charm effect can be particularly useful against creatures susceptible to emotional manipulation.
- Battlefield: In combat situations, the mirror can be used defensively to divert an enemy’s attack momentarily, buying time for strategic repositioning. Offensively, it could make an enemy hesitate, leaving them open to an attack.
The Baba Yaga 132 of Admiration serves as a versatile tool that embodies the enigmatic nature of Baba Yaga herself, beneficial yet potentially perilous. It offers various applications in different settings, from social interactions to tactical advantages in exploration and combat.
Perception of the Five Senses:
- Sight:
- What is Perceived: Ornate hand mirror with forest motifs and mysterious runes.
- Description: Intricately designed, with a captivating appearance that seems almost to draw the gaze into its surface.
- Positives: Visually appealing, possibly distracting to adversaries.
- Negatives: The mirror’s detailed work can also attract unwanted attention.
- Sound:
- What is Perceived: Faint, almost inaudible murmuring when activated.
- Description: The sound could be described as a chorus of soft whispers.
- Positives: Adds to the sense of mystical involvement, possibly causing awe or hesitation in opponents.
- Negatives: The sound could be unsettling for some, including the user.
- Touch:
- What is Perceived: Cool, smooth surface with a balanced weight.
- Description: Feels as if it’s made from a blend of natural elements and arcane materials.
- Positives: Comfortable to hold, reassuring to the user.
- Negatives: Overly prolonged contact can create a false sense of security.
- Smell:
- What is Perceived: Musty aroma reminiscent of a deep forest.
- Description: A blend of damp earth, moss, and something inexplicably mystical.
- Positives: The smell could be calming or grounding for some users.
- Negatives: The scent may be distracting or nauseating for some.
- Taste:
- What is Perceived: N/A (it’s not meant to be tasted)
- Description: N/A
- Positives: N/A
- Negatives: N/A
Extra-Sensory Perceptions:
- Aura Perception:
- What is Perceived: A fluctuating aura that shifts between different hues.
- Description: Aura changes in response to the user’s emotional state.
- Positives: Can serve as an additional indicator of the mirror’s status and intent.
- Negatives: Skilled magic users could potentially read the aura and glean information about the user.
- Magical Resonance:
- What is Perceived: A hum of magical energy.
- Description: Resonates with a user’s magical abilities, if present.
- Positives: Enhances the user’s confidence in its magical authenticity.
- Negatives: Might be detected by magical wards or creatures sensitive to magic.
Recipe for Creation:
- Ingredients:
- A 6-inch diameter circular glass, enchanted for clarity.
- Silver or alchemical alloy for the frame.
- Forest flora: Ivy, ferns, and small pine cones for decoration.
- Rune-ink made from phoenix feather and dragon’s blood.
- An admiration crystal charged by positive emotional energies.
- Steps:
- Cast a “Foundation of Enchantment” spell on the circular glass to prepare it for magical properties.
- Create a frame from the silver or alchemical alloy, shaping it to accommodate the forest flora decorations.
- Attach the prepared forest flora to the frame using a “Nature’s Bond” spell.
- Inscribe the mysterious runes using the specially-prepared rune-ink.
- Place the admiration crystal at the heart of the frame’s back.
- Finalize the magical properties with an “Arcane Seal” spell, binding all elements together.
- Charge the completed mirror under the light of a new moon while chanting Baba Yaga’s incantation of admiration.
The Tale of Mirror Glimmered in Admirations
In olden times past memory yet within ink of history, mirror exists, not ordinary gleam. Given by Baba Yaga, magical entity dwelling, hut on legs of chicken standing. Young woman, true of heart and fair of intention, wanders in forest great and dark. Seeking guidance, she Baba Yaga finds, cryptic wisdom in every utterance hid.
“Give you I shall, item imbued with admiration’s glow. But caution tread,” the forest witch instructs. Young woman takes, grateful yet puzzled. Words of gratitude express, but Baba Yaga in riddles talk, “Mirror shall be by you kept, but never into its depths long stare. Admirations many, but deceptions find there too.”
Days into months turn. Mirror in hand, young woman learns. Admiration feels, from those she helps. Mirror’s glow reflects, deep within she feels pride, yet starts questioning the validity. But, heed not, caution given by Baba Yaga long past. Into mirror gazes, admiration seeks. Finds, but not all admiration true. Deceptions sneak, clothed as false praise, and heart sways.
Soon she realizes, many admirations hollow, yet mirror’s pull strong. Finally understands, riddles of Baba Yaga not merely words but warnings masked. To her, return must. Forest dark navigates, Baba Yaga once again confronts. “Wise become, I see. Admirations have edges double, can uplift or deceive. Give back mirror, lesson learned you have.”
Moral of the Tale: Not all admiration true, caution must in acceptance be. For even in reflection of self, deception lurk might.
Suggested conversion to other systems:
Call of Cthulhu
Baba Yaga 47 of Admiration
- Type: Mirror, magical
- Effects: +10 to Charm and Persuade Checks. However, SAN check required after use, failure causes a loss of 1D4 SAN.
Dungeons & Dragons 5e
Baba Yaga 47 of Admiration
- Type: Wondrous Item
- Effects: Advantage on Charisma (Persuasion) and Charisma (Deception) checks. After each use, Wisdom saving throw DC 12, failure means the character is charmed by the next entity they encounter.
Knave
Baba Yaga 47 of Admiration
- Type: Magical Object
- Effects: +2 bonus on Reaction Rolls. After use, roll 1D6, on a 1, the character becomes paranoid and suffers a -2 penalty on all rolls for 1 hour.
Numenera & Cypher System
Baba Yaga 47 of Admiration
- Type: Oddity
- Effects: Grants an asset for social interactions. The user must make an Intellect defense roll. Failure inflicts 2 points of Intellect damage as doubt clouds the mind.
Pathfinder 2e
Baba Yaga 47 of Admiration
- Type: Wondrous Item
- Effects: +1 item bonus to Diplomacy and Deception checks. Each use requires a Will save DC 14, failure means the character is fascinated by the next creature they see.
Savage Worlds
Baba Yaga 47 of Admiration
- Type: Magical Item
- Effects: +2 to Persuasion checks. Spirit roll required after use, failure results in the Shaken condition.
Shadowrun
Baba Yaga 47 of Admiration
- Type: Magical Item
- Effects: +2 dice pool modifier for Social Tests. User must resist 3S mental damage after use.
Starfinder
Baba Yaga 47 of Admiration
- Type: Mystic Item
- Effects: +1 insight bonus to Diplomacy and Bluff checks. Will save DC 12 required after each use, failure results in the user becoming flat-footed.
Warhammer
Baba Yaga 47 of Admiration
- Type: Enchanted Object
- Effects: +10 to Charm and Leadership Tests. However, after use, make a WP Test or suffer -10 to all Tests for 1 round due to self-doubt.