Tag: Engineering
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Steam Stabilizer 204 of the Breathing Forge
From: Lineage 417 of the Qosqo Pacha Type: Portable Refinement & Repair Device (Back-mounted or Ground-set Tool)Constructed from layered brass shells and obsidian plates, this cylindrical pack exhales steady plumes of cool vapor through carved terrace vents. When anchored to the ground and connected by copper conduits, it equalizes pressure and magic flow for surrounding…
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Ley Compass 590 of the Silent Spiral
From: Lineage 417 of the Qosqo Pacha Type: Geomantic Survey Apparatus (Handheld Tool)A folding bronze and quartz instrument resembling a hybrid compass and astrolabe, its central crystal suspended in a lattice of etched rings engraved with Pacha-Qosqo glyphs. When activated, thin silver filaments extend outward like the veins of a leaf, vibrating toward nearby ley-line…
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Bracers 421 of the Whispering Veins
From: Lineage 417 of the Qosqo Pacha Obsidian-plated bracers lined with copper threads that hum softly when nearby stone or machinery moves. The sound guides artisans in synchronizing their breathing and tool rhythm with the mountain’s vibrations.Effects: +2 to crafting and engineering checks involving stone or metal; once per day can sense hidden hollows or…
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Forgeheart Apparatus 221 of the Molten Vein
From: Lineage 422 of the Kwe Sar Tool Type: Portable Refining Crucible and Power ConduitOrigin: Designed by the priest-engineers of the Grand Emberforge in Sar-Kwe, this compact device serves as both a smelter and a portable power regulator. Shaped like a heart-sized core of blackened brass wrapped in obsidian ribs, it pulses faintly with a…
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Faith of the Great System
Lore The Faith of the Great System, often simply called “The System,” is the primary spiritual philosophy of the Indus nation. It is less a religion of worship and more a school of thought dedicated to understanding the fundamental, logical order of the cosmos. Adherents believe that the universe, Saṃsāra itself, is a single, impossibly…
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Traditional 9203 of the Hydromechanists Gauge
Lore: Crafted in the steam-driven workshops of the Tideforge Delta, the Hydromechanist’s Gauge was devised by Voryn-Tide, a soul summoned from a realm of hydraulic marvels. Voryn-Tide, a pioneer in fluid-powered machinery, forged this gauge from Tidecrystal fragments blessed by the delta’s rhythmic magical currents. The number “9203” marks the year a great flood unveiled…
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Summoning 40 of the Motherlode Lantern
Lore: The discipline of Summoning 40 is a pragmatic and deeply respected industrial application of the binding arts, perfected by the great mining guilds that delve into the bones of Saṃsāra. Practitioners of this Way, often called Lode-Singers or Prospectors, hold a unique geological philosophy. They believe that the great veins of ore, gems, and…
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Summoning 12 of the Dew Gem Terrarium
Lore: The discipline known as Summoning 12 is perhaps the most gentle and symbiotic branch of the binding arts practiced in Saṃsāra. Its followers, who often call themselves Environmental Stewards or Geodancers, operate on the core belief that the health of the natural world is a reflection of its spiritual harmony. They do not seek…
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Sufism 99 of the Gloves of Attuned Calibration
Lore: The spiritual path of Sufism 99, a lesser-known but deeply respected tradition in Saṃsāra, was founded by a mystic who was also a master watchmaker. This master taught that the act of creation, particularly engineering and artisanship, was a form of active meditation and prayer. Followers of this path see the divine not only…
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Reflecting 8 of the Unmaking Pauldrons
Slot: Shoulders Tags: Reflecting Magic, Demolition, Utility, Tool, Worn Item, Common, Tier 1, Knock-back, Engineering, Mining, Area of Effect, Concussive, Force, Industrial, Structural, Heavy Lore: In the ever-expanding, vertically-stacked cities of Saṃsāra, creation is only half the battle; demolition is the other. The Demolition and Quarrying Guild needed a tool more precise and less volatile…
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Ninjutsu 82 of Builders Veil
Lore: Forged in the shadowed workshops of the Isle of Tsukuroi, the Ninjutsu 82 of Builder’s Veil emerged during Saṃsāra’s early industrial age, when construction masters sought to rebuild communities scattered by the arrival of soul wanderers. Crafted by a reclusive clan of ninjutsu artisans, this artifact blends the mystical arts of concealment with the…
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Piton Launcher 075
From: Aiptas Ouroborus 113 This is a heavy-duty utility tool designed for navigating difficult, vertical, or inverted surfaces. It is a compact, pneumatically-powered launcher mechanism that has been securely bolted to one of the creature’s central dorsal armor plates. The launcher holds a single, large, barbed piton which is attached to a twenty-foot coil of…
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Finger Mounted Core Sampler 227
From: Aiptas Ouroborus 113 This tool is a direct augmentation for the creature’s unique, elongated finger. It consists of a short, hollow tube of magically hardened steel, with one end sharpened into a serrated, cylindrical drill bit. The tube is designed to fit snugly over the tip of the creature’s probing finger. After gnawing an…
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Grasp of the Artificer
From: Explorers of the Aether The Grasp of the Artificer is a specialized gauntlet adorned with intricate mechanical components and magical conduits. This tool allows the creature to manipulate and mend arcane machinery and constructs. It enhances their proficiency in repairing, modifying, and even temporarily reprogramming magical artifacts, golems, and other mechanical devices, opening up…
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Engineers Toolkit
Level: Tier 1 Stats Modifier: +1 bonus to Intelligence-based checks related to engineering, architecture, or mechanical traps. Skills: Proficiency in tinkering and repairing mechanical devices, advantage on crafting, repairing, or modifying checks Cost: 200 gold pieces (or equivalent value in currency) Tags: Tool, Mechanical, Craftsmanship, Precision, Tinkering, Repair, Architecture, Modification, Crafting, Engineering, Innovation, Analysis, Trap…
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Engineers Gadgetry Set
From: Adaptive Cogwheel Lore: The Engineer’s Gadgetry Set is a treasured possession of skilled engineers, tinkerers, and inventors. Crafted with precision and ingenuity, this set of miniature gears, springs, and tools represents the engineer’s passion for mechanical tinkering and innovation. Legends speak of master engineers who carried these gadgetry sets, venturing into unexplored realms and…
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Blueprint Fragments
From: The Mechanical Menace Lore: Blueprint Fragments are revered remnants of ancient engineering knowledge. Crafted by ingenious minds and passed down through generations, these fragments are essential for unlocking the secrets of advanced mechanics and technological marvels. Seekers of innovation and mastery often covet these fragments to gain insight into intricate designs and engineering principles.…
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The Biomechanical Collective
Lore: In the world of Saṃsāra, the Biomechanical Collective is a powerful faction that has emerged from the fusion of ancient engineering knowledge and cutting-edge biotechnology. Once a secretive group of artisans and scientists, they have now revealed themselves to the world, offering their expertise in biomechanics to those in need. Their origins lie in…
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The Mechanical Menace
Guild Instructions: “Hear ye, adventurers of Saṃsāra! A unique challenge awaits those intrigued by industrial innovation. Embark on the quest ‘The Mechanical Menace’ and investigate a curious disruption in our burgeoning industrial district. Register with the Guild Clerk.” Reward: Difficulties: Mechanical Prowess: This quest shall test your understanding of industrial mechanics and your ability to…
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The Gnomish Engineering Challenge
Guild Instructions: Calling all aspiring engineers! The guild has a special quest tailored for beginners who possess a keen interest in engineering. The renowned Gnomish Engineering Academy has reached out to us seeking assistance with a mechanical conundrum. Your task is to visit the academy and help them repair a malfunctioning automaton. To embark on…