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Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage

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Lore: Forged from the whimsical practices of the ancient Beautifiers of the Sapphire Enclave, Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage is a quaint artifact that holds a revered place in the annals of Saṃsāra’s history. It was said to be crafted under a full moon, its ingredients enchanted by the harmonious songs of Sirens, giving it an almost otherworldly quality. Common in the markets of Saṃsāra, this item is often the first piece of enchanted gear acquired by aspirants seeking to make their mark in society.

Stats:

  • Charisma Modifier: +1 (temporary)
  • Usage: 5 times per day, effect lasts for 30 minutes each time.

Roleplay: In a world where appearances often dictate one’s initial standing, the Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage is a boon to any tier 1 individual. It serves as a subtle but powerful tool in negotiations and social encounters. The wearer might apply a thin, almost imperceptible layer before engaging in a diplomatic discourse or entering a high-stakes gathering, enhancing their acceptance among their peers.

Costs:

  • Market Price: 50 silver shards
  • Maintenance: A small vial of enchanted water every fortnight for reconstitution.

Magics:

  • Illusionary Sheen: This light magical effect gives the wearer a slightly more appealing aura, smoothing over minor blemishes and imperfections.
  • Scent of Serenity: Emits a calming fragrance that slightly eases tense situations.

Tags: Cosmetic, Charm, Illusion, Social

Defensive Usage: In potentially hostile environments, the Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage can be used to blend in or appear non-threatening. Its illusionary properties can soften the visage, making the wearer seem less like a threat and more amenable, potentially averting conflict.

Offensive Usage: In a more aggressive application, the wearer might use it to distract or charm an opponent, gaining an edge in negotiations or even combat. The calming scent can be employed to lull adversaries into a false sense of security, allowing the wielder to strike or make a strategic retreat.

Appearance of Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage:

  • Visual Perception:
    • What is Perceived: A compact, ornate container made of iridescent abalone shell, with intricate silver filigree.
    • Description: The container shimmers with a spectrum of soft colors when viewed from different angles, and its silver filigree sparkles subtly.
    • Positives: Its beautiful design can serve as a status symbol and a conversation piece.
    • Negatives: Its conspicuous beauty may attract unwanted attention or theft.
  • Olfactory Perception:
    • What is Perceived: A faint, natural fragrance akin to fresh sea spray mixed with jasmine emanating from the container.
    • Description: The scent is reminiscent of a gentle coastal breeze on a warm summer evening.
    • Positives: The pleasing aroma can invoke feelings of nostalgia and tranquility.
    • Negatives: Those sensitive to scents might find it overpowering if held too close.
  • Auditory Perception:
    • What is Perceived: A soft, almost imperceptible harmonic hum when the container is opened.
    • Description: The hum is a harmonious note that resonates briefly upon the opening of the lid.
    • Positives: The sound is calming and signifies the activation of the cosmetic.
    • Negatives: The sound, though faint, might be disruptive in silence-demanding environments like a library.
  • Tactile Perception:
    • What is Perceived: The smooth, cool surface of the abalone shell and the intricate texture of the silver filigree.
    • Description: The container feels luxurious to the touch, with a comforting weightiness to it.
    • Positives: The tactile experience adds to the overall feeling of luxury and exclusivity.
    • Negatives: The intricate textures might accumulate dirt or residue, requiring regular cleaning.
  • Gustatory Perception:
    • What is Perceived: No taste is associated with the item itself unless one were to inappropriately taste the container.
  • Extra-Sensory Perceptions:
    • Magical Aura: The container radiates a faint aura of enchantment, noticeable to those sensitive to magical energies.
      • Positives: Signifies the authenticity and potency of the cosmetic contained within.
      • Negatives: Might be detectable by magic-averse individuals or creatures.
    • Emotional Echo: The container might retain a faint echo of the emotions felt by previous users.
      • Positives: Can create a sense of connectedness with past users.
      • Negatives: Might be unsettling if negative emotions are perceived.

Activation of Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage:

  • Visual Perception:
    • What is Perceived: A luminous, pearlescent sheen that briefly envelops the wearer’s skin upon application.
    • Description: The sheen is quick to fade but leaves behind a subtle glow that enhances the wearer’s features.
    • Positives: Provides a visual cue that the cosmetic has been successfully activated.
    • Negatives: The initial sheen might draw unwanted attention in discreet settings.
  • Olfactory Perception:
    • What is Perceived: A strengthening of the natural fragrance from the container, spreading subtly around the wearer.
    • Description: Upon activation, the fragrance intensifies slightly, creating a soothing olfactory aura.
    • Positives: Can enhance the wearer’s presence and make them more memorable.
    • Negatives: Might interfere with other scents or be unsuitable for scent-free zones.
  • Auditory Perception:
    • What is Perceived: A resonant, musical chime that signifies the cosmetic’s activation.
    • Description: The chime is clear and bell-like, lasting only a moment.
    • Positives: Provides an audible confirmation of the cosmetic’s activation.
    • Negatives: Can be disruptive in quiet environments or reveal the use of the cosmetic.
  • Tactile Perception:
    • What is Perceived: A tingling sensation as the cosmetic melds with the wearer’s skin.
    • Description: The sensation is akin to a gentle effervescence, leaving the skin feeling refreshed.
    • Positives: Signals that the cosmetic is actively enhancing the wearer’s visage.
    • Negatives: The unexpected sensation might be startling or uncomfortable for some.
  • Gustatory Perception:
    • What is Perceived: A sweet, ephemeral taste that echoes the fragrance of the cosmetic.
    • Description: The taste is a fleeting whisper of sweetness on the tongue.
    • Positives: Adds a pleasant, multisensory aspect to the activation.
    • Negatives: Might clash with other flavors or be distracting.
  • Extra-Sensory Perceptions:
    • Ethereal Glow: Upon activation, the wearer’s aura briefly flares with a visible radiance to those with the sight.
      • Positives: Serves as a sign of the cosmetic’s effectiveness to those who can perceive it.
      • Negatives: Can be a beacon of magical use, potentially attracting unwanted magical scrutiny.
    • Empathic Resonance: The activation sends out a subtle ripple of contentment to those nearby.
      • Positives: Can improve the mood and receptiveness of those around the wearer.
      • Negatives: Those sensitive to emotional manipulation may detect and resent this influence.

Recipe for Crafting Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage

  • Materials Needed:
    • Abalone Shell (1, medium-sized, iridescent)
    • Silver Filigree (10 grams, fine quality)
    • Essence of Sea Spray (5 milliliters)
    • Jasmine Extract (2 milliliters)
    • Pearlescent Powder (1 gram)
    • Enchanted Water (10 milliliters, imbued with calming properties)
    • Harmonic Crystal (1 small, capable of emitting a harmonic hum)
    • Luminescent Resin (5 grams, for the ethereal glow)
    • Emotional Echo Crystal (1, capable of retaining and emitting emotional echoes)
  • Tools Required:
    • Jeweler’s Toolkit (for crafting and setting the silver filigree)
    • Precision Molds (for shaping the abalone shell)
    • Alchemical Set (for mixing essences and extracts)
    • Enchanting Station (with aura calibration tools)
    • Resonance Tuner (for harmonic crystal calibration)
    • Fine Brushes (for applying pearlescent powder)
    • Safety Gear (gloves, goggles, apron)
  • Skill Requirements:
    • Intermediate Jeweler Skills (for crafting the container)
    • Basic Alchemy Knowledge (for blending scents)
    • Enchanting Proficiency (for imbuing the cosmetic with magical properties)
    • Sound Manipulation Ability (for tuning the harmonic crystal)
    • Aura Sensing Ability (for embedding the magical aura)
  • Crafting Steps:
    • Using the jeweler’s toolkit, carefully craft the silver filigree into intricate designs and set them aside.
    • Take the abalone shell and use precision molds to shape it into a compact container, ensuring it can house the cosmetic and the harmonic crystal.
    • Mix the essence of sea spray and jasmine extract in the alchemical set, adding enchanted water to dilute and blend the scents.
    • Apply the scent mixture to the inner lining of the abalone shell container and let it dry.
    • Place the harmonic crystal inside the container and use the resonance tuner to calibrate it to emit a soft hum upon opening.
    • Using fine brushes, dust the inside of the container with pearlescent powder, giving it a luminescent quality.
    • Prepare the luminescent resin by mixing it with the pearlescent powder and enchanted water to create the cosmetic substance.
    • Pour the cosmetic substance into the container, allowing it to set and take on the shell’s shape.
    • Using the enchanting station and aura calibration tools, imbue the container with a faint magical aura, enhancing its presence.
    • Place the emotional echo crystal atop the cosmetic substance, allowing it to nestle in the center.
    • Seal the container with a lid crafted from the remaining abalone shell and decorated with the remaining silver filigree.
    • Conduct a final inspection using aura sensing abilities to ensure the cosmetic is properly imbued with its intended magical properties.

Upon completion, Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage will be ready for use, offering its wearer a subtle, enchanting presence.

Enigma of Visage’s Shimmer

In epochs yon, ‘neath heaven’s eternal watch, there birthed an enigma, a marvel unblemished by time’s corrosive breath. ‘Twas known as the Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage, a moniker as cryptic as the mists of creation.

The tale whispers of a sorceress, veiled in the aura of the moon, her visage a canvas bereft of time’s cruel etchings. Her abode, perched upon the cliffs that kissed the heavens, was a sanctum of alabaster and pearl, echoing the celestial purity. Amidst the nocturne’s embrace, she toiled, her hands weaving the essence of sea spray, the whispers of jasmine, and the tears of abalone, forging an artifact that mirrored the moon’s ethereal grace.

This sorceress, known as Aeliana of the Ethereal Tides, harbored a secret, a longing that gnawed at her spirit. ‘Twas not for eternal youth nor for the adulation of mortals, but for a kinship that transcended the bounds of time and space.

The legend tells of a night adorned with celestial ballet, where Aeliana, cradling her creation, invoked the ancestors’ forgotten tongues, and the cosmic winds heeded her call. The Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage, now imbued with the moon’s whisper and the abyss’s gaze, became a beacon across realms, a lodestar for souls adrift.

As the cycles waned and waxed, many a traveler, both mundane and mystical, were drawn to Aeliana’s sanctuary. Each soul bore tales of worlds yonder, of lives once lived and dreams woven in the loom of infinity. In the heart of the enigma, they found solace, their visages reflecting not only their essence but also the shared tapestry of existence.

Yet, as with all legends shrouded in the veils of time, the true visage of Aeliana and her cosmic kin faded into the whispers of the firmament, leaving behind naught but the enigma of the Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage.

Moral: In the grand mosaic of existence, our truest beauty lies not in the visage that time etches but in the connections that transcend the ephemeral veils of the cosmos.

Suggested conversion to other systems:

Call of Cthulhu (7th Edition):

Artifact: Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage

  • Sanity Loss: 0/1d4
  • Special Abilities: Once per game session, the user can perform an Enchanting Performance, requiring a successful POW roll. On success, all who witness the user for the next hour must make a Hard Psychology roll or be captivated, treating the user more favorably.
  • Appearance: An abalone shell container with luminescent contents.

Blades in the Dark:

Item: Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage

  • Quality Level: 1
  • Effect: When used, gain +1d to Consort or Sway rolls for the next scene as you exude a supernatural allure.
  • Load: 1

Dungeons & Dragons (5th Edition):

Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage

  • Wondrous Item (common)
  • Requires Attunement.
  • While wearing this item, you can cast the “Friends” cantrip at will. Additionally, once per long rest, you may cast “Charm Person” as a 1st-level spell (save DC 13).

Knave:

Item: Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage

  • Slots: 1
  • Usage: 1d6 (Use a die to track usage, rolling after each use. On a roll of 1-2, the item is depleted.)
  • Effect: Gain advantage on all CHA checks for 1 hour after use.

Fate Core:

Aspect: Mystically Alluring

  • Once per session, you can invoke this aspect for free to gain a +2 on any roll that involves persuading, deceiving, or charming someone.
  • Stunt: Mesmerizing Presence – Once per session, make an overcome roll with Rapport to fascinate everyone in a scene. Success gives everyone a “Captivated” aspect with one free invoke.

Numenera & Cypher System:

Cypher: Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage

  • Level: 1
  • Effect: When applied, grants the user an asset on all tasks involving social interaction for the next hour.
  • Depletion: 1 in 1d6 (Roll after each use. On a roll of 1, the item is depleted.)

Pathfinder (2nd Edition):

Item: Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage

  • Type: Wondrous Item
  • Level: 1
  • Price: 20 gp
  • Usage: Held in 1 hand; Activate [three-actions] (visual); Frequency once per day.
  • Effect: For the next 10 minutes, you gain a +1 item bonus to Diplomacy checks and can cast Charm (1st level) as an innate arcane spell (DC 17).

Savage Worlds (Adventure Edition):

Gear: Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage

  • Rarity: Common
  • Cost: $100
  • Notes: Grants +1 to Persuasion rolls for an hour after use. Once per session, you can use it to reroll a failed Persuasion roll at a +2 bonus.
  • Weight: 1 lb.

Shadowrun (6th Edition):

Gear: Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage

  • Device Rating: 2
  • Availability: 4
  • Cost: 500¥
  • Effect: User receives a +1 dice pool bonus to Social tests for the next hour after application. Additionally, once per day, they can re-roll a failed Con or Negotiation test.

Starfinder (Core Rulebook):

Magic Item: Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage

  • Level: 1
  • Price: 150 Credits
  • Bulk: L
  • Usage: Once per day with a command word.
  • Effect: Grants a +1 circumstance bonus to Charisma-based skill checks for 1 hour. Additionally, you can cast Charm Person as a spell-like ability once per day.

Traveller (Mongoose 2nd Edition):

Equipment: Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage

  • Tech Level: 5
  • Cost: Cr. 500
  • Effect: +1 DM to all Social checks for one hour after application. Once per game session, you can re-roll a failed Social check.

Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay (4th Edition):

Item: Cosmetic 217 of Acceptable Visage

  • Rarity: Common
  • Cost: 2 Silver Shillings
  • Encumbrance: 1
  • Effect: When used, grants +10 to Charm tests for the next hour. Once per session, the wearer may re-roll a failed Charm test at a +20 bonus.