Re: Enchanting weapons

From: Jeff <jeff.kyer_at_...>
Date: Fri, 24 Aug 2001 13:57:36 -0000

> Charles wrote:
>
> >> A character with the feat can augment using the sword's ability
> >> rating as a bonus (i.e. the sword gives 12 to Truesword Stroke
> >> augmentation attempts).
>
> > I do not think this particular point is in line with the other
> > rules examples
>
> Agreed. The rules examples given are somewhat lacking; the rules
themselves are unclear. My suggestion would mean that a magic item which has an ability rating in a feat you already know is useful to you, possibly more so than it would be to someone who lacks that feat.
>

I understand some enchanting rules/suggestions were cut from the Gustbran writeup. I'll see if I can find them/post them. Mostly because they dealt with 'add feat to item' --but the Gustbran secret is more for making 'clan treasures' like those found in KODP.

> My suggestion is explicitly modelled on the animist rules "because
they're there" -- I assume they aren't thought to be seriously unbalanced (although, as Phil Hibbs has pointed out, there is a risk of Shamanic powers going exponential if you don't keep a lid on the ability ratings of spirits). But given that default magic items are weaker than default spirits, I don't see this as a serious risk.
>
> Cheers, Nick

We have a default 'Enchanted (item)' which simply adds one rank to the edge or armour. It adds a +1 to the relevant ablity if its not an extended contest. These are made with an 'Enchant Weapon To Hit Harder' feat, for example. They do take a HP and a complete success, whichi means that most enchanting is extended contests with assistants and helpers (Smith, Forge (shrine bonuses) and Apprentices).

Its tough work. Not something a hero can do readliy. I believe that if you want a Murasama blade, you've got to be Murasama...

Hope this helps,

Jeff