Veilwood Amulet

The Veilwood Amulet is a small, intricately carved pendant made from a dark, polished wood that seems to shift in color depending on the angle it’s viewed from. Etched into the surface are delicate patterns reminiscent of tangled branches and hidden pathways. When worn, the amulet exudes a faint, mysterious aura, whispering secrets of forgotten forests.

Lore: Deep within the heart of the ancient Veilwood, a realm teeming with magic and mysticism, the elves wove this amulet from the very essence of their sacred trees. The Veilwood itself holds an inherent connection to the ethereal plane, serving as a gateway between worlds. The amulet is said to be a gift from the forest spirits, granting its wearer glimpses into the hidden wonders of the natural world.

Stats:

• Rarity: Uncommon
• Level: Tier 1
• Type: Magical Amulet
• Tags:     Ethereal Connection,     Woodland Whisper,     Primal Protection,     Illusion Summoning,     Mystical Guidance,     Eldritch Sight,     Sylvan Blessing,     Arcane Resilience
• Requires: Attunement

Use: When attuned to the Veilwood Amulet, the wearer gains the following abilities:

• Forest Sight: The wearer gains darkvision with a range of 60 feet, allowing them to see in low-light conditions as if it were bright daylight. Additionally, they can discern pastel colors in darkness.
• Nature’s Resilience: The amulet grants a +1 bonus to AC, representing the protective influence of the Veilwood and its connection to the primal forces of nature.
• Whispering Forest: Once per day, as an action, the wearer can touch the amulet and summon a spectral illusion of a woodland creature of their choice (such as a squirrel, owl, or deer). This illusion lasts for 1 hour and can be used to distract enemies, scout ahead, or simply bring a touch of the natural world to any location. The wearer can perceive the senses of the woodland creature through a telepathic gestalt.
• Veilwalker’s Gift: When the wearer of the amulet enters an area of magical darkness or is affected by a spell that would obscure their vision (such as fog or mist), they gain advantage on saving throws against being blinded or disoriented by such effects. The Veilwood’s connection to the ethereal plane helps the wearer navigate through mystical obstructions.

In the world of Saṃsāra, where magic and mysticism are woven into the fabric of daily life, the Veilwood Amulet could be encountered in various specialized shops and settings:

• Mystical Emporiums:
  • Location: Urban centers known for their magical communities, often in the heart of bustling markets or tucked away in mystical districts.
  • How to Buy/Sell: These shops specialize in magical artifacts and esoteric items. The amulet might be displayed in a glass case with protective wards. Amulets like the Veilwood could be sold by arcane merchants who might barter or sell for gold or magical items.
  • Cost: Given its rarity (Uncommon), the price might range from 200 to 400 gold pieces. Merchants in these emporiums often set higher prices due to the item’s magical and cultural significance.
• Forest Enclaves:
  • Location: Deep within natural reserves or elven territories, where the connection to nature and the ethereal is strong.
  • How to Buy/Sell: Transactions here might involve more than just gold. Items could be traded for services, like aiding in the preservation of the forest or offering knowledge about the outside world. Elves might also give these amulets as gifts to those who have shown respect for the woodland spirits.
  • Cost: The value might not be monetary but could involve quests, deeds, or rare natural resources. If sold for gold, it would likely be on the higher end, say around 350 to 500 gold pieces, reflecting its connection to the sacred Veilwood.
• Artisan Craft Shops:
  • Location: In artisan quarters or near areas known for their craftsmanship, where creators of magical items dwell.
  • How to Buy/Sell: Artisans might sell directly to the public or through intermediaries. Here, buyers could commission custom work or purchase existing stock. The selling might involve a demonstration of the amulet’s abilities.
  • Cost: The price would reflect the craftsmanship and the rarity of materials, possibly around 250 to 350 gold pieces, with potential discounts for those who can appreciate the art of creation.
• Auction Houses for Magical Artifacts:
  • Location: High-end auction houses in wealthier city districts or at special events like the Conclave of Mages.
  • How to Buy/Sell: The amulet would be auctioned off, potentially drawing interest from collectors, adventurers, and those seeking to enhance their magical capabilities.
  • Cost: At auctions, prices could start at 300 gold pieces but could escalate significantly, possibly reaching up to 600 or more, depending on the bidders’ enthusiasm and the item’s perceived value.
• Traveling Traders or Peddlers:
  • Location: Along trade routes, at festivals, or in smaller, less centralized markets.
  • How to Buy/Sell: These traders might not have the amulet on display but could offer it to those they sense are in tune with the natural world or have an appreciation for such items. Bargaining is common, and the price could vary widely.
  • Cost: From these vendors, one might find the amulet for anywhere between 150 to 300 gold pieces, though they might also accept unique items or favors in trade.
• Black Market or Shadow Markets:
  • Location: Hidden or transient markets where goods of questionable origin or high value might be found.
  • How to Buy/Sell: These markets would sell the amulet discreetly, often requiring introductions or secret handshakes. The transaction would be secretive and potentially risky.
  • Cost: Due to the underground nature, the price could be lower to attract quick sales or higher due to the risk involved, ranging from 200 to 500 gold pieces.

In Saṃsāra, where the value of items can be influenced by their magical properties, cultural significance, and the whims of the market, the cost of the Veilwood Amulet can fluctuate. The setting’s lore, the demand for such items, and the buyer’s or seller’s negotiation skills would all play a role in determining the final price.

Roleplay in Different Environments:

• Urban Shadows – Defense:
  • Environment: Cities, alleyways, or any area where concealment is key.
  • Defense Roleplay: The wearer of the Veilwood Amulet can use Forest Sight to navigate through the shadows of the city, avoiding ambushes or detecting thieves. The Veilwalker’s Gift can be particularly useful in areas where magical darkness or fog might be cast to obscure vision, allowing the wearer to move through these conditions with ease, potentially avoiding or countering magical traps or illusions. The amulet’s Nature’s Resilience provides a subtle protective aura, possibly deflecting minor spells or physical attacks that might go unnoticed by others.
• Urban Shadows – Offense:
  • Offense Roleplay: The amulet’s Whispering Forest ability can be used to create distractions. For instance, a spectral owl could be summoned to make noise or appear threatening, drawing attention away from the wearer while they execute a stealthy attack or escape. In an urban setting, this could also be used to lure guards or enemies away from an intended target.
• Forest or Wilderness – Defense:
  • Environment: Dense forests, underbrush, or natural caverns.
  • Defense Roleplay: The amulet significantly enhances defense in natural settings. Forest Sight allows the wearer to see through the darkness of the forest at night, making it nearly impossible for woodland creatures or forest bandits to sneak up on them. Veilwalker’s Gift ensures that natural or magical phenomena like mist or darkness do not impede their vision or movement.
  • Nature’s Resilience might also manifest as the forest itself aiding the wearer, with branches or roots subtly moving to block or deflect blows.
• Forest or Wilderness – Offense:
  • Offense Roleplay: The Whispering Forest can summon creatures that blend into the environment, allowing for reconnaissance or setting up ambushes. The wearer could use these illusions to mislead enemies about their location or numbers. They might also use the amulet’s natural guidance to set up traps or navigate quickly to advantageous positions for offensive maneuvers.
• Dungeons or Ruins – Defense:
  • Environment: Dark, subterranean areas filled with traps, puzzles, or guardians.
  • Defense Roleplay: In dungeons where darkness and magical effects are common, Forest Sight and Veilwalker’s Gift would help the wearer navigate and avoid traps or ambushes. The Nature’s Resilience could be roleplayed as an ancient, protective spirit from the Veilwood lending its strength, perhaps making the wearer slightly more resistant to curses or enchantments.
• Dungeons or Ruins – Offense:
  • Offense Roleplay: The amulet provides an edge in stealth-based attacks or reconnaissance. The wearer could summon a spectral creature to scout ahead for traps or enemies, or to distract guardians while the party prepares for an attack. The advantage against being blinded by magical effects also allows for more aggressive tactics, as the wearer can confidently charge into areas where others might hesitate.
• Open Battlefield – Defense:
  • Environment: Large, open areas where concealment is minimal.
  • Defense Roleplay: Though less effective in open areas, the wearer can still use Forest Sight to spot distant threats at night or in low light. Veilwalker’s Gift might mitigate the effects of battlefield spells like fog or smoke screens. The Nature’s Resilience could be visualized as the amulet creating a small buffer or barrier of ethereal forest energy.
• Open Battlefield – Offense:
  • Offense Roleplay: The spectral creature summoned by Whispering Forest can still be used to confuse or misdirect enemy forces, potentially breaking formation or causing disarray. The amulet’s defensive bonuses might be roleplayed as the wearer having an innate sense of where to move to avoid enemy strikes or spells, giving them an edge in combat.

In all these scenarios, the Veilwood Amulet’s abilities would be integrated into the roleplay to enhance the narrative, providing both practical and thematic elements to the character’s actions. The amulet’s connection to nature and the ethereal adds layers of depth to its use, making it not just a tool but a part of the character’s identity in the world of Saṃsāra.

Perception of Activation:

• User’s Perspective:
  • Sight: When the Veilwood Amulet is activated, the wearer sees the intricate carvings begin to glow with a soft, luminescent green hue, as if the essence of the forest itself is coming to life. For Forest Sight, it’s as if the darkness parts like a curtain, revealing the world in vivid, albeit slightly ethereal, colors.
  • Sound: A gentle rustle, like leaves whispering in a breeze, can be heard, or the faint sound of a distant forest brook.
  • Touch: There’s a sensation akin to a cool breeze brushing against the skin, a subtle reminder of the forest’s embrace. When activating Whispering Forest, there might be a tingle where the amulet touches the skin, as if the illusion is drawing from the wearer’s own life force.
  • Smell: The scent of fresh forest air, rich with the aroma of pine, damp earth, and wildflowers, fills the nostrils.
  • Taste: There might be a faint taste of mint or fresh leaves, reminiscent of the forest’s vitality.
  • Extra-Sensory Perception:
    • Intuition: The wearer feels a deep, instinctual connection to the natural world, almost as if they could feel the pulse of the trees and the life within the forest.
    • Aura Perception: The amulet’s aura expands, radiating with a protective energy that feels like a cloak of nature’s own magic.
    • Telepathic Link: During Whispering Forest, the wearer can sense the presence of the summoned creature, sharing its senses, which can be disorienting yet enlightening.
  • Positives:
    • A sense of communion with nature, enhancing one’s stealth, survival, and combat abilities in natural or dim environments.
    • The feeling of being guided and protected by ancient forces, adding to the wearer’s confidence in the wild or under darkness.
  • Negatives:
    • The sensory overload from the amulet’s abilities might be overwhelming to those not used to its effects.
    • The dependency on natural or dim conditions could limit its effectiveness in bright, open, or urban environments.
• Observer’s Perspective:
  • Sight: Observers might notice a slight shimmer around the wearer or a dim glow from the amulet when it’s activated, particularly if Forest Sight or Whispering Forest is in use.
  • Sound: The faint rustling or whispering might be heard, but it’s subtle and could be mistaken for the environment’s natural sounds.
  • Touch: An observer would not feel anything unless they were very close, where they might sense a slight drop in temperature or a breeze that doesn’t seem to affect anything else.
  • Smell: The fresh forest scent might be picked up by those with keen senses, but it would be faint and could easily be attributed to other sources.
  • Taste: No perceivable taste for observers.
  • Extra-Sensory Perception:
    • Aura Sight: Those sensitive to magical auras would see a greenish glow or a protective field around the amulet and its wearer.
    • Empathy: Observers might feel a sense of calm or connection to nature when near the amulet, or an inexplicable urge to be more respectful of their surroundings.
  • Positives:
    • The amulet can be awe-inspiring, giving the wearer an almost mystical appearance, which can be useful for intimidation or inspiring trust.
  • Negatives:
    • It might make the wearer a target for those who seek to possess magical artifacts or for those who fear or resent magic.
    • The subtle nature of its activation might go unnoticed, making its defensive capabilities a surprise but also potentially underestimating its power in social or diplomatic situations.

Crafting Recipe: Veilwood Amulet of the Whispering Forest

• Materials Needed:
  • Veilwood Branch: From the heart of the Veilwood, this wood must be harvested during the full moon to retain its magical properties.
  • Sylvan Sap: The sap from the same tree, which acts as a natural enchantress when used in crafting.
  • Essence of Ethereal Plane: A vial of mist or fog collected from a natural rift or portal to the ethereal plane.
  • Emerald Dust: Ground from enchanted emeralds, to give the amulet its vibrant green glow.
  • Leaves of the Whispering Willow: These leaves are used for their ability to communicate with nature spirits.
  • Elven Script Ink: Made from special herbs and minerals, used for the intricate carvings.
  • Heartwood Shavings: From the inner core of a tree, to enhance the amulet’s connection to the forest’s essence.
  • Fey Thread: A thin, magical thread spun by fey creatures, used to string the amulet.
• Tools Required:
  • Carving Knife: Enchanted or blessed for working with magical materials.
  • Enchanter’s Brush: For applying the Elven Script Ink.
  • Amulet Mold: To shape the wood into the pendant form.
  • Mortar and Pestle: For grinding the Emerald Dust and Heartwood Shavings.
  • Vial or Bottle: To store the Essence of Ethereal Plane.
• Skill Requirements:
  • Woodworking: Expert level to shape the Veilwood without losing its enchantment.
  • Enchantment: Proficient in infusing items with nature and ethereal magic.
  • Herbalism: For harvesting and understanding the properties of Whispering Willow leaves.
  • Alchemy: To mix the Sylvan Sap and Emerald Dust into a magical compound.
  • Jewelcrafting: For setting any small stones or finishing touches on the amulet.
  • Weaving: To bind the amulet with Fey Thread.
• Crafting Steps:
  • Step 1: Harvesting and Preparation
    • Harvest the Veilwood branch during the full moon, ensuring minimal harm to the tree.
    • Collect Sylvan Sap, Whispering Willow leaves, and Heartwood Shavings.
    • Gather or purchase a vial of Essence of Ethereal Plane.
  • Step 2: Shaping the Amulet
    • Using the Carving Knife, shape the Veilwood branch into the form of the amulet within the mold, carving out the basic shape.
  • Step 3: Enhancing the Wood
    • Mix the Emerald Dust with Sylvan Sap to form a magical paste. Apply this paste to the carved amulet, letting it seep into the wood to bring out its magical properties.
  • Step 4: Carving the Intricate Patterns
    • With the Enchanter’s Brush, paint the Elven Script Ink onto the amulet, carefully inscribing patterns that resonate with nature’s protective and guiding forces.
  • Step 5: Infusion of Magic
    • Create an alchemical mixture of the remaining Sylvan Sap, ground Heartwood Shavings, and a drop of the Essence of Ethereal Plane. Use this to anoint the amulet, whispering incantations that bind the essence of the forest and the ethereal plane into the wood.
  • Step 6: Binding with Fey Thread
    • Thread the amulet with the Fey Thread, creating a loop or using it to secure any additional charms or beads that might enhance its magical connection.
  • Step 7: Final Enchantment
    • Perform a ritual under the forest canopy or in a place where the veil between worlds is thin. This involves:
    • Reciting an ancient elven song or chant that calls upon the spirits of the forest.
    • Placing the Whispering Willow leaves around the amulet to whisper their secrets into it.
    • Using the Essence of Ethereal Plane to briefly open a connection, allowing the amulet to be imbued with the natural magic of both planes.
  • Step 8: Activation and Testing
    • The amulet should now be activated by wearing it and focusing on the forest’s presence. Test its abilities in a natural environment to ensure Forest Sight, Nature’s Resilience, Whispering Forest, and Veilwalker’s Gift are functioning correctly.
  • Step 9: Final Touches
    • If necessary, make any adjustments to the enchantments. This might involve reapplying the magical paste or reinforcing the carvings with more ink.

This crafting process requires not only technical skill but also a deep spiritual connection to the natural world and the mystical, reflecting the unique blend of craftsmanship and magic that defines the Veilwood Amulet.

Tale of the Amulet of Veilwooden Whisper

In times of yore, there was said to be a place, Veilwood, where trees did speak and the air was thick with enchantment. In this place of magic, a pendant was crafted, a holy charm from the heart of the oldest tree, that tree called Veilwooden.

Legend tells of a time when the fairies and the elves, they did dwell in peace, but darkness encroached upon their forest home. A great darkness that whispered of doom, an evil that sought to silence the woods forever. The elves, wise and fearful, turned to the ancient tree for wisdom.

From the tree, a branch was taken, not in anger but with reverence, for it was known that this tree held the very essence of the forest’s soul. With this wood, the elves, they did carve an amulet, a talisman to protect and to guide. Into it, they infused the magic of the ethereal, the very mist that parts between worlds.

They called upon the spirits of the forest, beseeching them to imbue the amulet with their power. With each leaf from the Whispering Willow, a secret was whispered, a secret of the natural world’s hidden paths and ancient wisdom.

The amulet, it was finished, and when worn, it did glow with forest light, the light that only the faithful can perceive. The wearer could see through the night as if it were day, hear the whispers of leaves and branches, and walk through mists and shadows without fear.

A great battle ensued, where the forces of darkness sought to extinguish the Veilwood. But the amulet, it was there, worn by the eldest and wisest of the elves, guiding them through the darkest of times, turning back the tide of evil with nature’s own hand.

Moral of the Story: From the forest’s heart, we learn that even in the darkest of times, the light of nature, it does guide us, offering protection and wisdom to those who listen to its whispers.

Suggested conversions to other systems:

Call of Cthulhu (7th Edition)

Veilwood Amulet

• Artifact, Magical
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Sanity Loss: None
• Abilities:
  • Forest Sight: Grants the wearer darkvision with a range of 60 feet. No Sanity loss for seeing in darkness. (No POW cost)
  • Nature’s Resilience: Provides +10% (or +1) to Dodge rolls, representing the protective nature of the Veilwood.
  • Whispering Forest: Once per day, the wearer can summon a spectral woodland creature. This acts as a distraction (-20% to opponents’ Spot Hidden rolls to notice the wearer) or can scout ahead (use the creature’s stats for movement and perception, but it cannot attack).
  • Veilwalker’s Gift: Gain a bonus of +10% to all resistance rolls against magical effects that obscure vision (e.g., spells like Fog or Darkness).
• Use:
  • Activation: Requires attunement; touching the amulet while focusing on its powers.
• Cost: 300 dollars or equivalent in local currency.

Blades in the Dark

Veilwood Amulet

• Fine, Occult
• Quality: Tier II
• Traits: Magical, Supernatural
• Attributes:
  • Forest Sight: When in dim light or darkness, gain an extra die on all Hunting Ground rolls for scouting or avoiding detection.
  • Nature’s Resilience: +1 to Resist consequences related to environmental hazards or magical attacks aimed at disorienting or blinding you.
  • Whispering Forest: Spend 1 stress to summon a spectral creature that can either distract or scout. It counts as an Assist for a Prowl or Survey action, providing +1d to the roll.
  • Veilwalker’s Gift: When facing magical effects that impair vision, reduce the effect of the consequence by one level (e.g., from severe to moderate).

Dungeons & Dragons (5th Edition)

Veilwood Amulet

• Wondrous item, uncommon (requires attunement)
• Forest Sight: You gain darkvision out to a range of 60 feet. If you already have darkvision, this extends it by an additional 30 feet.
• Nature’s Resilience: While wearing this amulet, you have a +1 bonus to AC.
• Whispering Forest: Once per day, as an action, you can summon an illusory woodland creature that lasts for 1 hour. It can’t attack but can move at your command within 120 feet of you. You can see and hear through the creature’s senses as if you were in its space, though you are still blind and deaf to your own surroundings while doing so.
• Veilwalker’s Gift: You have advantage on saving throws against effects that would obscure your vision.

Knave

Veilwood Amulet

• Mystical Amulet
• Requires Attunement
• Abilities:
  • Forest Sight: Grants darkvision up to 60 feet. Additionally, you can distinguish colors in darkness.
  • Nature’s Resilience: +1 to your AC, reflecting the amulet’s protective influence.
  • Whispering Forest: Once per day, summon a spectral creature (choose the form from small woodland animals). It lasts for 1 hour:
    • Distraction: On your turn, it can create a diversion, giving you advantage on the next Stealth check.
    • Scout: Move it up to its speed (30 feet) and you can use its senses as an action.
  • Veilwalker’s Gift: When in an area of magical darkness or fog, you can roll with advantage on any saving throw to avoid being disoriented or blinded.
• Use:
  • Activation: Attune to the amulet by wearing it for a short rest.

Fate Core

Veilwood Amulet

• Aspect: “Whisperer of the Ancient Woods”
• Stunts:
  • Forest Sight: When in a forest or natural setting, you can use your Notice skill to see in the dark as if it were daylight for one scene. You can invoke this aspect for free on your first use per session.
  • Nature’s Resilience: Once per session, when you are about to take physical stress, you can invoke this aspect to reduce the stress by 2 points, as the forest’s essence protects you.
  • Whispering Forest: You can create an illusion of a forest creature to aid you. This can be used to create an advantage on Stealth or Deceive actions, or to distract enemies.
  • Veilwalker’s Gift: When your vision is obscured by natural or magical effects, you can reroll any one Stealth, Notice, or Investigation roll related to navigating or observing through the obstruction, taking the better result.

Numenera & Cypher System

Veilwood Amulet

• Artifact, Level 4
• Form: Pendant
• Effect:
  • Forest Sight: Grants darkvision up to 60 feet.
  • Nature’s Resilience: +1 to your Armor rating.
  • Whispering Forest: Once per day, you can summon an illusion of a forest creature (e.g., squirrel, owl) that lasts for 1 hour. This can be used for reconnaissance or to create an asset in a relevant situation.
  • Veilwalker’s Gift: You gain an asset for tasks involving navigating or perceiving through magical fog or darkness.

Pathfinder Second Edition

Veilwood Amulet

• Wondrous Item, Uncommon
• Price: 200 gp
• Bulk: L
• Activation: command, Interact; Frequency once per day
• Rune: +1 Resilient (for the purposes of this amulet)
• Abilities:
  • Forest Sight: You gain darkvision.
  • Nature’s Resilience: Grants a +1 item bonus to AC.
  • Whispering Forest: You can create an auditory illusion of a woodland creature. This can distract enemies, granting a –1 status penalty to Perception checks for those trying to notice the wearer while the creature is active.
  • Veilwalker’s Gift: You gain a +2 circumstance bonus on saving throws against effects that would hinder your vision (like fog cloud or darkness spells).

Savage Worlds

Veilwood Amulet

• Item Type: Magical Amulet
• Cost: 300 Gold Pieces
• Weight: 0.1 lbs
• Special Effects:
  • Forest Sight: The wearer has Low Light Vision. If they already have Low Light Vision, they can see in pitch darkness as if it were dim light.
  • Nature’s Resilience: Grants +1 Toughness.
  • Whispering Forest: Once per session, the wearer can summon a spectral animal (choose type when creating the amulet) which can be used for reconnaissance or to create a distraction. It provides +1 to Stealth checks when used to distract within 12″ (24 yards).
  • Veilwalker’s Gift: If an effect would obscure the wearer’s vision, they may reroll any one Trait roll related to stealth or perception, taking the better result.

Shadowrun (6th Edition)

Veilwood Amulet

• Item, Magical
• Availability: 12R (Restricted)
• Cost: 25,000¥
• Wireless Bonus: Yes
• Attributes:
  • Device Rating: 4
  • Matrix Condition Monitor: 8
• Special Abilities:
  • Forest Sight: Grants the wearer Low Light Vision and increases the range of any existing vision enhancements by 50%.
  • Nature’s Resilience: Improves the wearer’s Body and Willpower attributes by 1 for the purpose of resisting drain from spells and toxins.
  • Whispering Forest: Once per day, the wearer can summon an illusionary creature (e.g., an owl or deer) as a simple action. This creature can be used to scout or distract, providing a +2 dice pool bonus to the wearer’s next Stealth or Perception test.
  • Veilwalker’s Gift: The amulet negates the effects of any negative visibility modifiers from natural or magical sources for the wearer, allowing them to operate normally in fog, darkness, or similar conditions.

Starfinder (Second Edition)

Veilwood Amulet

• Magic Item, Level 5
• Price: 2,500 credits
• Bulk: L
• Abilities:
  • Forest Sight: The wearer gains darkvision out to 60 feet. If they already have darkvision, the range extends by an additional 30 feet.
  • Nature’s Resilience: Grants a +1 enhancement bonus to AC and Reflex saves.
  • Whispering Forest: Once per day, the wearer can activate the amulet to summon a spectral animal which can perform the following:
    • Scout: The animal can move up to 60 feet and report back with information (requires a Perception check by the animal).
    • Distraction: Creates a distraction, granting the wearer a +2 circumstance bonus to their next Stealth or Deception check.
  • Veilwalker’s Gift: You gain a +2 bonus on saves against effects that would obscure your vision or disorient you, such as darkness or fog spells.

Traveller (Mongoose 2nd Edition)

Veilwood Amulet

• Technology Level: 12 | Magic Item
• Cost: Cr25,000
• Mass: 0.1 kg
• Abilities:
  • Forest Sight: Grants night vision within 60 meters, allowing the wearer to see in low light as if it were daylight.
  • Nature’s Resilience: Adds +1 to the wearer’s Endurance DM for resisting environmental effects and damage.
  • Whispering Forest: Once per session, the wearer can summon a spectral creature (use animal stats from the core rulebook):
    • Distraction: Enemies within 10 meters must make a Difficult (-2) Willpower check or lose their next minor action.
    • Scouting: The creature can scout ahead and return to share information with the wearer.
  • Veilwalker’s Gift: The wearer gains a +1 DM on all rolls to navigate or avoid being disoriented in areas with poor visibility.

Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay (4th Edition)

Veilwood Amulet

• Magic Item
• Rarity: Rare
• Traits:
  • Forest Sight: Grants the wearer the ability to see in low light conditions as if it were broad daylight. (No penalty for darkness)
  • Nature’s Resilience: Increases the wearer’s Toughness by 5 for the purpose of soak rolls.
  • Whispering Forest: Once per session, the wearer can summon a minor illusionary creature:
    • Distraction: Opponents must make a Challenging (-20) Perception test to notice the wearer while the creature is active.
    • Scouting: The creature can move through areas and report back, providing a +10 bonus to the wearer’s next Observation test.
  • Veilwalker’s Gift: When the wearer is in an area affected by magical darkness, fog, or similar phenomena, they gain +1 SL (Success Level) on all tests to navigate or spot hidden things.