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	The Navigator [[Atun]] is a [[Paragons_and_Exemplars#Paragons\|Paragon]] of [[Wisdom]], and most stories that speak of her describe her as a [[Highguard\|Highborn]] ascetic; reserved, calm and distant. Some legends say that she lived almost entirely on bread and water for philosophical reasons, eschewing meat entirely, and treating alcohol and narcotics alike as poisons that had no place in her body. Some of her followers believed that her disdain for many worldly affairs freed her mind to allow her to refine her already powerful intellect, and to maintain a clear and rational sense of what was important at all times. Through her discipline, she attained mastery over her physical desires, and by mastering them, transcended them.		The Navigator [[Atun]] is a [[Paragons_and_Exemplars#Paragons\|Paragon]] of [[Wisdom]], and most stories that speak of her describe her as a [[Highguard\|Highborn]] ascetic; reserved, calm and distant. Some legends say that she lived almost entirely on bread and water for philosophical reasons, eschewing meat entirely, and treating alcohol and narcotics alike as poisons that had no place in her body. Some of her followers believed that her disdain for many worldly affairs freed her mind to allow her to refine her already powerful intellect, and to maintain a clear and rational sense of what was important at all times. Through her discipline, she attained mastery over her physical desires, and by mastering them, transcended them.

	Not all historians or theologians agree with these stories, but nonetheless this ritual is intended to emulate her ascetic mastery over her own body. Through the power of the ~~Realm~~ of Day, individuals can master their own bodies and drive out dangerous impurities.		Not all historians or theologians agree with these stories, but nonetheless this ritual is intended to emulate her ascetic mastery over her own body. Through the power of the realm of Day, individuals can master their own bodies and drive out dangerous impurities.

	''Ascetic Star of Atun'' restores the victims of venom from such sources as a [[venom]] spell or the use of a [[Barbed Spear]]. While the [[purify]] spell is more versatile, this ritual is very effective at alleviating this condition from a number of people such as the victims of rituals such as [[Fetid Breath of Teeming Plague]] or [[The Grave's Treacherous Edge]], or those who have been fighting deadly creatures such as [[Plaguewulf\|plaguewulfs]] or [[Legendary_beasts#Hydra\|hydra]]. A single competent ritualist can restore nearly a dozen injured or dying people with a handful of mana crystals; a [[Groups#Covens\|coven]] can restore a small army.		''Ascetic Star of Atun'' restores the victims of venom from such sources as a [[venom]] spell or the use of a [[Barbed Spear]]. While the [[purify]] spell is more versatile, this ritual is very effective at alleviating this condition from a number of people such as the victims of rituals such as [[Fetid Breath of Teeming Plague]] or [[The Grave's Treacherous Edge]], or those who have been fighting deadly creatures such as [[Plaguewulf\|plaguewulfs]] or [[Legendary_beasts#Hydra\|hydra]]. A single competent ritualist can restore nearly a dozen injured or dying people with a handful of mana crystals; a [[Groups#Covens\|coven]] can restore a small army.

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	==Description==		==Description==
	The Navigator [[Atun]] is a [[Paragons_and_Exemplars#Paragons\|Paragon]] of [[Wisdom]], and most stories that speak of her describe her a [[Highguard\|Highborn]] ascetic; reserved, calm and distant. Some legends say that she lived almost entirely on bread and water for philosophical reasons, eschewing meat entirely, and treating alcohol and narcotics alike as poisons that had no place in her body. Some of her followers believed that her disdain for many worldly affairs freed her mind to allow her to refine her already powerful intellect, and to maintain a clear and rational sense of what was important at all times. Through her discipline, she attained mastery over her physical desires, and by mastering them, transcended them.		The Navigator [[Atun]] is a [[Paragons_and_Exemplars#Paragons\|Paragon]] of [[Wisdom]], and most stories that speak of her describe her as a [[Highguard\|Highborn]] ascetic; reserved, calm and distant. Some legends say that she lived almost entirely on bread and water for philosophical reasons, eschewing meat entirely, and treating alcohol and narcotics alike as poisons that had no place in her body. Some of her followers believed that her disdain for many worldly affairs freed her mind to allow her to refine her already powerful intellect, and to maintain a clear and rational sense of what was important at all times. Through her discipline, she attained mastery over her physical desires, and by mastering them, transcended them.

	Not all historians or theologians agree with these stories, but nonetheless this ritual is intended to emulate her ascetic mastery over her own body. Through the power of the Realm of Day, individuals can master their own bodies and drive out dangerous impurities,		Not all historians or theologians agree with these stories, but nonetheless this ritual is intended to emulate her ascetic mastery over her own body. Through the power of the Realm of Day, individuals can master their own bodies and drive out dangerous impurities.

	''Ascetic Star of Atun'' restores the victims of venom from such sources as a [[venom]] spell or the use of a [[Barbed Spear]]. While the [[purify]] spell is more versatile, this ritual is very effective at alleviating this condition from a number of people such as the victims of rituals such as [[Fetid Breath of Teeming Plague]] or [[The Grave's Treacherous Edge]], or those who have been fighting deadly creatures such as [[Plaguewulf\|plaguewulfs]] or [[Legendary_beasts#Hydra\|hydra]]. A single competent ritualist can restore nearly a dozen injured or dying people with a handful of mana crystals; a [[Groups#Covens\|coven]] can restore a small army.		''Ascetic Star of Atun'' restores the victims of venom from such sources as a [[venom]] spell or the use of a [[Barbed Spear]]. While the [[purify]] spell is more versatile, this ritual is very effective at alleviating this condition from a number of people such as the victims of rituals such as [[Fetid Breath of Teeming Plague]] or [[The Grave's Treacherous Edge]], or those who have been fighting deadly creatures such as [[Plaguewulf\|plaguewulfs]] or [[Legendary_beasts#Hydra\|hydra]]. A single competent ritualist can restore nearly a dozen injured or dying people with a handful of mana crystals; a [[Groups#Covens\|coven]] can restore a small army.

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	This ritual removes the [[venom]] condition from the target.		This ritual removes the [[venom]] condition from the target.

	The ritual will not treat more powerful poisons, but the target receives a feeling of clarity and well-being that may also help alleviate roleplaying effects that cause nausea or fever. (such as that which may come from some traumatic wounds).		The ritual will not treat more powerful poisons, but the target receives a feeling of clarity and well-being that may also help alleviate roleplaying effects that cause nausea or fever (such as that which may come from some traumatic wounds).

	===Additional Targets===		===Additional Targets===

Twiggy at 22:10, 10 July 2025

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	==Common Elements==		==Common Elements==
	Lights, open flames ~~and~~ and mirrors are both common elements in this ritual, as are fresh water and meditation. Focusing the mind to overcome the body is an important feature, as are invocations that drive out evil or corruption. Bleeding is also a common element. A [[Navarr]] or [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] ritualist in particular is likely to inflict a small cut on the target, drawing the poison in their body out with their blood. For the Navarr this has obvious resonance, while for the Varushkan ritualist the small wound is often left to intentionally scar as a reminder to avoid being poisoned again.		Lights, open flames and mirrors are both common elements in this ritual, as are fresh water and meditation. Focusing the mind to overcome the body is an important feature, as are invocations that drive out evil or corruption. Bleeding is also a common element. A [[Navarr]] or [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] ritualist in particular is likely to inflict a small cut on the target, drawing the poison in their body out with their blood. For the Navarr this has obvious resonance, while for the Varushkan ritualist the small wound is often left to intentionally scar as a reminder to avoid being poisoned again.

	Even on a battlefield, it is common for the ritualists to try and create a feeling of tranquillity and calm. The targets may be instructed to focus their attentions on some stationary point (which is where lights, mirrors and open flames come in useful); their bodies may be cleansed with fresh water or their thirsts quenched. It is also common to include slow, measured rhythms such as the ringing of a bell or gong, or the beating of a drum to help the targets focus their minds.		Even on a battlefield, it is common for the ritualists to try and create a feeling of tranquillity and calm. The targets may be instructed to focus their attentions on some stationary point (which is where lights, mirrors and open flames come in useful); their bodies may be cleansed with fresh water or their thirsts quenched. It is also common to include slow, measured rhythms such as the ringing of a bell or gong, or the beating of a drum to help the targets focus their minds.

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	Not all historians or theologians agree with these stories, but nonetheless this ritual is intended to emulate her ascetic mastery over her own body. Through the power of the Realm of Day, individuals can master their own bodies and drive out dangerous impurities,		Not all historians or theologians agree with these stories, but nonetheless this ritual is intended to emulate her ascetic mastery over her own body. Through the power of the Realm of Day, individuals can master their own bodies and drive out dangerous impurities,

	''Ascetic Star of Atun'' restores the victims of venom from such sources as a [[venom]] spell or the use of a [[Barbed Spear]]. While the [[purify]] spell is more versatile, this ritual is very effective at alleviating this condition from a number of people such as the victims of rituals such as [[Fetid Breath of Teeming Plague]] or [[The Grave's Treacherous Edge]], or those who have been fighting deadly creatures such as [[Plaguewulf\|plaguewulfs]] or [[~~Legendary beasts~~#hydra~~\|Hydra~~]]. A single competent ritualist can restore nearly a dozen injured or dying people with a handful of mana crystals; a [[Groups#Covens\|coven]] can restore a small army.		''Ascetic Star of Atun'' restores the victims of venom from such sources as a [[venom]] spell or the use of a [[Barbed Spear]]. While the [[purify]] spell is more versatile, this ritual is very effective at alleviating this condition from a number of people such as the victims of rituals such as [[Fetid Breath of Teeming Plague]] or [[The Grave's Treacherous Edge]], or those who have been fighting deadly creatures such as [[Plaguewulf\|plaguewulfs]] or [[Legendary_beasts#Hydra\|hydra]]. A single competent ritualist can restore nearly a dozen injured or dying people with a handful of mana crystals; a [[Groups#Covens\|coven]] can restore a small army.

	The ritual is also useful when a group of explorers encounter a source of venom unexpectedly. Any circle of Day ritualists can spontaneously perform ''Ascetic Star of Atun'', and while this may be expensive for them to do so it can preserve the life of a number of people who might otherwise risk death with every battle.		The ritual is also useful when a group of explorers encounter a source of venom unexpectedly. Any circle of Day ritualists can spontaneously perform ''Ascetic Star of Atun'', and while this may be expensive for them to do so it can preserve the life of a number of people who might otherwise risk death with every battle.

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	Not all historians or theologians agree with these stories, but nonetheless this ritual is intended to emulate her ascetic mastery over her own body. Through the power of the Realm of Day, individuals can master their own bodies and drive out dangerous impurities,		Not all historians or theologians agree with these stories, but nonetheless this ritual is intended to emulate her ascetic mastery over her own body. Through the power of the Realm of Day, individuals can master their own bodies and drive out dangerous impurities,

	''Ascetic Star of Atun'' restores the victims of venom from such sources as a [[venom]] spell or the use of a [[Barbed Spear]]. While the [[purify]] spell is more versatile, this ritual is very effective at alleviating this condition from a number of people such as the victims of rituals such as [[Fetid Breath of Teeming Plague]] or [[The Grave's Treacherous Edge]], or those who have been fighting deadly creatures such as [[Plaguewulf\|plaguewulfs]] or [[Legendary beasts#hydra\|~~hydra~~ ]]. A single competent ritualist can restore nearly a dozen injured or dying people with a handful of mana crystals; a [[Groups#Covens\|coven]] can restore a small army.		''Ascetic Star of Atun'' restores the victims of venom from such sources as a [[venom]] spell or the use of a [[Barbed Spear]]. While the [[purify]] spell is more versatile, this ritual is very effective at alleviating this condition from a number of people such as the victims of rituals such as [[Fetid Breath of Teeming Plague]] or [[The Grave's Treacherous Edge]], or those who have been fighting deadly creatures such as [[Plaguewulf\|plaguewulfs]] or [[Legendary beasts#hydra\|Hydra]]. A single competent ritualist can restore nearly a dozen injured or dying people with a handful of mana crystals; a [[Groups#Covens\|coven]] can restore a small army.

	The ritual is also useful when a group of explorers encounter a source of venom unexpectedly. Any circle of Day ritualists can spontaneously perform ''Ascetic Star of Atun'', and while this may be expensive for them to do so it can preserve the life of a number of people who might otherwise risk death with every battle.		The ritual is also useful when a group of explorers encounter a source of venom unexpectedly. Any circle of Day ritualists can spontaneously perform ''Ascetic Star of Atun'', and while this may be expensive for them to do so it can preserve the life of a number of people who might otherwise risk death with every battle.

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	Not all historians or theologians agree with these stories, but nonetheless this ritual is intended to emulate her ascetic mastery over her own body. Through the power of the Realm of Day, individuals can master their own bodies and drive out dangerous impurities,		Not all historians or theologians agree with these stories, but nonetheless this ritual is intended to emulate her ascetic mastery over her own body. Through the power of the Realm of Day, individuals can master their own bodies and drive out dangerous impurities,

	''Ascetic Star of Atun'' restores the victims of venom from such sources as a [[venom]] spell or the use of a [[Barbed Spear]]. While the [[purify]] spell is more versatile, this ritual is very effective at alleviating this condition from a number of people such as the victims of rituals such as [[Fetid Breath of Teeming Plague]] or [[The Grave's Treacherous Edge]], or those who have been fighting deadly creatures such as plaguewulfs or [[Legendary beasts#~~Hyrda~~\|~~hyrda~~]]. A single competent ritualist can restore nearly a dozen injured or dying people with a handful of mana crystals; a [[Groups#Covens\|coven]] can restore a small army.		''Ascetic Star of Atun'' restores the victims of venom from such sources as a [[venom]] spell or the use of a [[Barbed Spear]]. While the [[purify]] spell is more versatile, this ritual is very effective at alleviating this condition from a number of people such as the victims of rituals such as [[Fetid Breath of Teeming Plague]] or [[The Grave's Treacherous Edge]], or those who have been fighting deadly creatures such as [[Plaguewulf\|plaguewulfs]] or [[Legendary beasts#hydra\|hydra ]]. A single competent ritualist can restore nearly a dozen injured or dying people with a handful of mana crystals; a [[Groups#Covens\|coven]] can restore a small army.

	The ritual is also useful when a group of explorers encounter a source of venom unexpectedly. Any circle of Day ritualists can spontaneously perform ''Ascetic Star of Atun'', and while this may be expensive for them to do so it can preserve the life of a number of people who might otherwise risk death with every battle.		The ritual is also useful when a group of explorers encounter a source of venom unexpectedly. Any circle of Day ritualists can spontaneously perform ''Ascetic Star of Atun'', and while this may be expensive for them to do so it can preserve the life of a number of people who might otherwise risk death with every battle.

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	This ritual removes the [[venom]] condition from the target.		This ritual removes the [[venom]] condition from the target.

	The ritual will not treat more powerful poisons, but target receives a feeling of clarity and well-being that may also ~~helps~~ alleviate roleplaying effects that cause nausea or fever. (such as that which may come from some traumatic wounds).		The ritual will not treat more powerful poisons, but the target receives a feeling of clarity and well-being that may also help alleviate roleplaying effects that cause nausea or fever. (such as that which may come from some traumatic wounds).

	===Additional Targets===		===Additional Targets===
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	''Ascetic Star of Atun'' restores the victims of venom from such sources as a [[venom]] spell or the use of a [[Barbed Spear]]. While the [[purify]] spell is more versatile, this ritual is very effective at alleviating this condition from a number of people such as the victims of rituals such as [[Fetid Breath of Teeming Plague]] or [[The Grave's Treacherous Edge]], or those who have been fighting deadly creatures such as plaguewulfs or [[Legendary beasts#Hyrda\|hyrda]]. A single competent ritualist can restore nearly a dozen injured or dying people with a handful of mana crystals; a [[Groups#Covens\|coven]] can restore a small army.		''Ascetic Star of Atun'' restores the victims of venom from such sources as a [[venom]] spell or the use of a [[Barbed Spear]]. While the [[purify]] spell is more versatile, this ritual is very effective at alleviating this condition from a number of people such as the victims of rituals such as [[Fetid Breath of Teeming Plague]] or [[The Grave's Treacherous Edge]], or those who have been fighting deadly creatures such as plaguewulfs or [[Legendary beasts#Hyrda\|hyrda]]. A single competent ritualist can restore nearly a dozen injured or dying people with a handful of mana crystals; a [[Groups#Covens\|coven]] can restore a small army.

	The ritual is also useful when a group of explorers encounter a source of ~~weakness~~ unexpectedly. Any circle of Day ritualists can spontaneously perform ''Ascetic Star of Atun'', and while this may be expensive for them to do so it can preserve the life of a number of people who might otherwise risk death with every battle.		The ritual is also useful when a group of explorers encounter a source of venom unexpectedly. Any circle of Day ritualists can spontaneously perform ''Ascetic Star of Atun'', and while this may be expensive for them to do so it can preserve the life of a number of people who might otherwise risk death with every battle.

	==Common Elements==		==Common Elements==
	Lights, open flames and and mirrors are both common elements in this ritual, as are fresh water and meditation. Focusing the mind to overcome the body is an important feature, as are invocations that drive out evil or corruption. Bleeding is also a common element. A [[Navarr]] or [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] ritualist in particular is likely to inflict a small cut on the target, drawing the poison in their body out with their blood. For the Navarr this has obvious resonance, while for the Varushkan ritualist the small wound is often left to intentionally scar as a reminder to avoid being poisoned again.		Lights, open flames and and mirrors are both common elements in this ritual, as are fresh water and meditation. Focusing the mind to overcome the body is an important feature, as are invocations that drive out evil or corruption. Bleeding is also a common element. A [[Navarr]] or [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] ritualist in particular is likely to inflict a small cut on the target, drawing the poison in their body out with their blood. For the Navarr this has obvious resonance, while for the Varushkan ritualist the small wound is often left to intentionally scar as a reminder to avoid being poisoned again.

	Even on a battlefield, it is common for the ritualists to try and create a feeling of tranquillity and calm. The targets may be instructed to focus their attentions on some stationary point (which is where lights, mirrors and open flames come in useful); their bodies may be cleansed with fresh water or their ~~thirst's~~ quenched. It is also common to include slow, measured rhythms such as the ringing of a bell or gong, or the beating of a drum to help the targets focus their minds.		Even on a battlefield, it is common for the ritualists to try and create a feeling of tranquillity and calm. The targets may be instructed to focus their attentions on some stationary point (which is where lights, mirrors and open flames come in useful); their bodies may be cleansed with fresh water or their thirsts quenched. It is also common to include slow, measured rhythms such as the ringing of a bell or gong, or the beating of a drum to help the targets focus their minds.

	In [[The League]] this ritual is often associated with the character of [[The Doctor]] or [[The Bishop]], and the use of [[The Chalice]]; in [[Dawn]], some [[Weaver cabal\|cabal of weavers]] make use of a [[Dawn hearth magic#Favour\|favour]] that is used to draw out the poison from the target and symbolically burnt at the completion of the ritual.		In [[The League]] this ritual is often associated with the character of [[The Doctor]] or [[The Bishop]], and the use of [[The Chalice]]; in [[Dawn]], some [[Weaver cabal\|cabal of weavers]] make use of a [[Dawn hearth magic#Favour\|favour]] that is used to draw out the poison from the target and symbolically burnt at the completion of the ritual.

	The [[Cavul]] rune is an obvious symbol evoked in this ritual, but some ritualists prefer the [[Irremais\|rune of wisdom]] or [[Hirmok\|rune of mastery]]; the constellations of [[The Fountain]] or [[The Key and The Lock#The Key\|The Key]] are another common element, as is the [[Legendary beasts#Firebird\|firebird]] which heals itself through supernatural immolation.		The [[Cavul]] rune is an obvious symbol evoked in this ritual, but some ritualists prefer the [[Irremais\|rune of wisdom]] or [[Hirmok\|rune of mastery]]; the constellations of [[The Fountain]] or [[The Key and The Lock#The Key\|The Key]] are another common element, as is the [[Legendary beasts#Firebird\|firebird]] which heals itself through supernatural immolation.

Hailmur at 22:39, 8 June 2021

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	Lights, open flames and and mirrors are both common elements in this ritual, as are fresh water and meditation. Focusing the mind to overcome the body is an important feature, as are invocations that drive out evil or corruption. Bleeding is also a common element. A [[Navarr]] or [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] ritualist in particular is likely to inflict a small cut on the target, drawing the poison in their body out with their blood. For the Navarr this has obvious resonance, while for the Varushkan ritualist the small wound is often left to intentionally scar as a reminder to avoid being poisoned again.		Lights, open flames and and mirrors are both common elements in this ritual, as are fresh water and meditation. Focusing the mind to overcome the body is an important feature, as are invocations that drive out evil or corruption. Bleeding is also a common element. A [[Navarr]] or [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] ritualist in particular is likely to inflict a small cut on the target, drawing the poison in their body out with their blood. For the Navarr this has obvious resonance, while for the Varushkan ritualist the small wound is often left to intentionally scar as a reminder to avoid being poisoned again.

	Even on a battlefield, it is common for the ritualists to.try and create a feeling of ~~tranquility~~ and calm. The targets may be instructed to focus their attentions on some stationary point (which is where lights, mirrors and open flames come in useful); their bodies may be cleansed with fresh water or their thirst's quenched. It is also common to include slow, measured rhythms such as the ringing of a bell or gong, or the beating of a drum to help the targets focus their minds.		Even on a battlefield, it is common for the ritualists to try and create a feeling of tranquillity and calm. The targets may be instructed to focus their attentions on some stationary point (which is where lights, mirrors and open flames come in useful); their bodies may be cleansed with fresh water or their thirst's quenched. It is also common to include slow, measured rhythms such as the ringing of a bell or gong, or the beating of a drum to help the targets focus their minds.

	In [[The League]] this ritual is often associated with the character of [[The Doctor]] or [[The Bishop]], and the use of [[The Chalice]]; in [[Dawn]], some [[Weaver cabal\|cabal of weavers]] make use of a [[Dawn hearth magic#Favour\|favour]] that is used to draw out the poison from the target and symbolically burnt at the completion of the ritual.		In [[The League]] this ritual is often associated with the character of [[The Doctor]] or [[The Bishop]], and the use of [[The Chalice]]; in [[Dawn]], some [[Weaver cabal\|cabal of weavers]] make use of a [[Dawn hearth magic#Favour\|favour]] that is used to draw out the poison from the target and symbolically burnt at the completion of the ritual.

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	Not all historians or theologians agree with these stories, but nonetheless this ritual is intended to emulate her ascetic mastery over her own body. Through the power of the Realm of Day, individuals can master their own bodies and drive out dangerous impurities,		Not all historians or theologians agree with these stories, but nonetheless this ritual is intended to emulate her ascetic mastery over her own body. Through the power of the Realm of Day, individuals can master their own bodies and drive out dangerous impurities,

	''Ascetic Star of Atun'' restores the victims of venom from such sources as a [[venom]] spell or the use of a [[Barbed Spear]]. While the [[purify]] spell is more versatile ~~(and the [[purge]] spell is faster and more powerful)~~, this ritual is very effective at alleviating this condition from a number of people such as the victims of rituals such as [[Fetid Breath of Teeming Plague]] or [[The Grave's Treacherous Edge]], or those who have been fighting deadly creatures such as plaguewulfs or [[Legendary beasts#Hyrda\|hyrda]]. A single competent ritualist can restore nearly a dozen injured or dying people with a handful of mana crystals; a [[Groups#Covens\|coven]] can restore a small army.		''Ascetic Star of Atun'' restores the victims of venom from such sources as a [[venom]] spell or the use of a [[Barbed Spear]]. While the [[purify]] spell is more versatile, this ritual is very effective at alleviating this condition from a number of people such as the victims of rituals such as [[Fetid Breath of Teeming Plague]] or [[The Grave's Treacherous Edge]], or those who have been fighting deadly creatures such as plaguewulfs or [[Legendary beasts#Hyrda\|hyrda]]. A single competent ritualist can restore nearly a dozen injured or dying people with a handful of mana crystals; a [[Groups#Covens\|coven]] can restore a small army.

	The ritual is also useful when a group of explorers encounter a source of weakness unexpectedly. Any circle of Day ritualists can spontaneously perform ''Ascetic Star of Atun'', and while this may be expensive for them to do so it can preserve the life of a number of people who might otherwise risk death with every battle.		The ritual is also useful when a group of explorers encounter a source of weakness unexpectedly. Any circle of Day ritualists can spontaneously perform ''Ascetic Star of Atun'', and while this may be expensive for them to do so it can preserve the life of a number of people who might otherwise risk death with every battle.