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	{{Season\|Autumn\|20}}		{{Season\|Autumn\|20}}
	===Performing the Ritual===		===Performing the Ritual===
	{{Casting time\|2}} {{Target Character}} The target character must have the [[~~Magical skills~~#~~Ritual lore~~\|Autumn lore]] skill.		{{Casting time\|2}} {{Target Character}} The target character must have the [[Magical_skills#Realm_Lore\|Autumn lore]] skill.

	{{enchantment}}		{{enchantment}}

	===Effects===		===Effects===
	The target gains one effective rank of the [[~~Magical skills~~#~~Ritual lore~~\|Autumn lore]] skill for purposes of performing rituals, subject to the [[Realm_Lore#Gaining_additional_ranks\|normal rules for effective skill]]. In addition, they gain the ability to trade valuable [[materials]] for additional power. When performing an Autumn ritual they have mastered, they can substitute ingots of [[materials#orichalcum\|orichalcum]], [[materials#Weltsilver\|weltsilver]], [[materials#tempest jade\|tempest jade]], or [[materials#Green Iron\|green iron]] for crystal mana. Every 2 ingots spent count as 1 crystal mana when contributing to the ritual.		The target gains one effective rank of the [[Magical_skills#Realm_Lore\|Autumn lore]] skill for purposes of performing rituals, subject to the [[Realm_Lore#Gaining_additional_ranks\|normal rules for effective skill]]. In addition, they gain the ability to trade valuable [[materials]] for additional power. When performing an Autumn ritual they have mastered, they can substitute ingots of [[materials#orichalcum\|orichalcum]], [[materials#Weltsilver\|weltsilver]], [[materials#tempest jade\|tempest jade]], or [[materials#Green Iron\|green iron]] for crystal mana. Every 2 ingots spent count as 1 crystal mana when contributing to the ritual.

	While the enchantment lasts, the target character experiences a [[roleplaying effect]]: ''You sense that people who want you to do something for them without offering appropriate recompense are trying to take advantage of you. It is difficult for you to engage in even the most trivial social interactions without seeing them in terms of an exchange of influence and favours.		While the enchantment lasts, the target character experiences a [[roleplaying effect]]: ''You sense that people who want you to do something for them without offering appropriate recompense are trying to take advantage of you. It is difficult for you to engage in even the most trivial social interactions without seeing them in terms of an exchange of influence and favours.
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	The enchantment makes up for this rigidity by offering greater opportunities to trade raw materials for magical power. When using ingots to power a ritual, the magician formally offers them in trade for the raw magical potential they can then forge into the finished magical effect. In a nod to rituals such as [[Ephisis' Scale]] or [[Before the Throne of Estavus]], the materials a magician will exchange for magical power are often placed in a sealed container and presented to Ephisis in return for the agreed upon magical affinity.		The enchantment makes up for this rigidity by offering greater opportunities to trade raw materials for magical power. When using ingots to power a ritual, the magician formally offers them in trade for the raw magical potential they can then forge into the finished magical effect. In a nod to rituals such as [[Ephisis' Scale]] or [[Before the Throne of Estavus]], the materials a magician will exchange for magical power are often placed in a sealed container and presented to Ephisis in return for the agreed upon magical affinity.

	There are a few rumours of more potent versions of this ritual that permit a magician to trade ingots for magical energy to perform any mastered ritual, not just those of Autumn lore. There are also a few accounts of a similar ritual that revolves around an agreement with the eternal [[Prospero]] allowing magicians to instead trade measures of [[Materials#Ambergelt\|ambergelt]], [[Materials#Beggar's Lye\|beggar's lye]], [[~~materials~~#Dragonbone\|dragonbone]], and [[Materials#Iridescent Gloaming\|iridescent gloaming]] for raw magical power.		There are a few rumours of more potent versions of this ritual that permit a magician to trade ingots for magical energy to perform any mastered ritual, not just those of Autumn lore. There are also a few accounts of a similar ritual that revolves around an agreement with the eternal [[Prospero]] allowing magicians to instead trade measures of [[Materials#Ambergelt\|ambergelt]], [[Materials#Beggar's Lye\|beggar's lye]], [[Materials#Dragonbone\|dragonbone]], and [[Materials#Iridescent Gloaming\|iridescent gloaming]] for raw magical power.

	==Common Elements==		==Common Elements==

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	===Assurance===		===Assurance===
	This ritual grants an intuitive understanding of magical lores, and as with other such rituals draws on the power of an [[eternal]], in this case [[Ephisis]]. The [[~~Ritual_theory~~#~~Agreement~~\|assurance]] connected with the ritual was lost for several centuries but was unearthed by members of the [[Unfettered Mind]] shortly before the Winter Solstice 386YE. The ritual loses all power and ceases to function if the Order of the [[Golden Pyramid]] ever ceases to "stand up for those magicians who are pressured to use their skills for free, like a servant or slave".		This ritual grants an intuitive understanding of magical lores, and as with other such rituals draws on the power of an [[eternal]], in this case [[Ephisis]]. The [[Eternals_and_rituals#Assurance_and_Stipulation\|assurance]] connected with the ritual was lost for several centuries but was unearthed by members of the [[Unfettered Mind]] shortly before the Winter Solstice 386YE. The ritual loses all power and ceases to function if the Order of the [[Golden Pyramid]] ever ceases to "stand up for those magicians who are pressured to use their skills for free, like a servant or slave".

	''Mateo i Erigo'', one of the researchers of the order, points out that this is difficult for Ephisis to judge and would likely involve a herald discussing any concerns of the Hidden Prince with the order before any decision was made.		''Mateo i Erigo'', one of the researchers of the order, points out that this is difficult for Ephisis to judge and would likely involve a herald discussing any concerns of the Hidden Prince with the order before any decision was made.

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	===Effects===		===Effects===
	The target gains one effective rank of the [[Magical skills#Ritual lore\|Autumn lore]] skill for purposes of performing rituals, subject to the [[Realm_Lore#Gaining_additional_ranks\|normal rules for effective skill]]. In addition, they gain the ability to trade valuable [[materials]] for additional power. When performing an Autumn ritual they have mastered, they can substitute ingots of [[materials#orichalcum\|orichalcum]], [[materials#Weltsilver\|weltsilver]], [[materials#tempest jade\|tempest jade]], or [[materials#Green Iron\|green iron]] for crystal mana. Every 2 ingots spent ~~counts~~ as 1 crystal mana when contributing to the ritual.		The target gains one effective rank of the [[Magical skills#Ritual lore\|Autumn lore]] skill for purposes of performing rituals, subject to the [[Realm_Lore#Gaining_additional_ranks\|normal rules for effective skill]]. In addition, they gain the ability to trade valuable [[materials]] for additional power. When performing an Autumn ritual they have mastered, they can substitute ingots of [[materials#orichalcum\|orichalcum]], [[materials#Weltsilver\|weltsilver]], [[materials#tempest jade\|tempest jade]], or [[materials#Green Iron\|green iron]] for crystal mana. Every 2 ingots spent count as 1 crystal mana when contributing to the ritual.

	While the enchantment lasts, the target character experiences a [[roleplaying effect]]: ~~you~~ sense that people who want you to do something for them without offering appropriate recompense are trying to take advantage of you. It is difficult for you to engage in even the most trivial social interactions without seeing them in terms of an exchange of influence and favours.		While the enchantment lasts, the target character experiences a [[roleplaying effect]]: ''You sense that people who want you to do something for them without offering appropriate recompense are trying to take advantage of you. It is difficult for you to engage in even the most trivial social interactions without seeing them in terms of an exchange of influence and favours.

	If the target is a [[cambion]], the roleplaying effect is especially pronounced. A cambion may also choose to temporarily add to or increase physical trappings of their lineage. These changes are temporary and do not last more than a few hours after the enchantment ends.		If the target is a [[cambion]], the roleplaying effect is especially pronounced. A cambion may also choose to temporarily add to or increase physical trappings of their lineage. These changes are temporary and do not last more than a few hours after the enchantment ends.
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	===Option===		===Option===
	Any caster who has mastered the ritual may choose to substitute ingots of [[materials#Tempest Jade\|tempest jade]], [[materials#orichalcum\|orichalcum]], or [[materials#Weltsilver\|weltsilver]], or [[materials#Green Iron\|green iron]] for crystal mana when contributing to it. Every 2 ingots spent count as 1 crystal mana when contributing to the ritual. The ingots need not be of the same type.		Any caster who has mastered the ritual may choose to substitute ingots of [[materials#Tempest Jade\|tempest jade]], [[materials#orichalcum\|orichalcum]], or [[materials#Weltsilver\|weltsilver]], or [[materials#Green Iron\|green iron]] for crystal mana when contributing to it. Every 2 ingots spent count as 1 crystal mana when contributing to the ritual. The ingots need not be of the same type.

			===Assurance===
			This ritual grants an intuitive understanding of magical lores, and as with other such rituals draws on the power of an [[eternal]], in this case [[Ephisis]]. The [[Ritual_theory#Agreement\|assurance]] connected with the ritual was lost for several centuries but was unearthed by members of the [[Unfettered Mind]] shortly before the Winter Solstice 386YE. The ritual loses all power and ceases to function if the Order of the [[Golden Pyramid]] ever ceases to "stand up for those magicians who are pressured to use their skills for free, like a servant or slave".

			''Mateo i Erigo'', one of the researchers of the order, points out that this is difficult for Ephisis to judge and would likely involve a herald discussing any concerns of the Hidden Prince with the order before any decision was made.

	==Description==		==Description==

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	In many cases, the crystal mana or materials intended to be used with this ritual will be sealed in an opaque container - often one that has been used to perform [[Ephisis' Scale]]. When the mana is used in such a fashion it is usually characterised as a "payment" to Ephisis in return for the power the enchantment provides. Some magicians include contracts in which they agree to always use a certain portion of ingots to perform their Autumn magic in the coming season - while the legal status of these contracts is unclear they often disappear during the performance of the ritual.		In many cases, the crystal mana or materials intended to be used with this ritual will be sealed in an opaque container - often one that has been used to perform [[Ephisis' Scale]]. When the mana is used in such a fashion it is usually characterised as a "payment" to Ephisis in return for the power the enchantment provides. Some magicians include contracts in which they agree to always use a certain portion of ingots to perform their Autumn magic in the coming season - while the legal status of these contracts is unclear they often disappear during the performance of the ritual.

	Unsurprisingly Ephisis (or one of her named Factotums) is usually evoked as the ritual is performed. A [[~~Totem_magic~~#Theurgy\|theurgist]] will often evoke paragons or exemplars of [[Prosperity]] or [[Wisdom]] when the ritual is performed - the exchange of wealth in return for a reward, or the idea of applying understanding to enhance skills both resonate well with this ritual.		Unsurprisingly Ephisis (or one of her named Factotums) is usually evoked as the ritual is performed. A [[aspect_magic#Theurgy\|theurgist]] will often evoke paragons or exemplars of [[Prosperity]] or [[Wisdom]] when the ritual is performed - the exchange of wealth in return for a reward, or the idea of applying understanding to enhance skills both resonate well with this ritual.

	[[Category:Autumn Ritual]]		[[Category:Autumn Ritual]]
	[[Category:Rituals]]		[[Category:Rituals]]

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	==Description==		==Description==
	This [[enchantment]] grants a magician improved facility with [[Autumn magic]]. It draws on a formal agreement between mortal magicians and the [[~~eternals\|~~eternal]] [[Ephisis]], enhancing their ability to perform rituals from Autumn lore. Furthermore, the enchantment allows the magician to directly exchange ingots of valuable material for raw magical power; the ingots are claimed by Ephisis (or more correctly her agents). When using this additional facility, magicians usually place all the ingots they intend to use in their ritual in an opaque container such as a box or bag and formally offer them to the eternal at the beginning of the ritual.		This [[enchantment]] grants a magician improved facility with [[Autumn magic]]. It draws on a formal agreement between mortal magicians and the [[eternal]] [[Ephisis]], enhancing their ability to perform rituals from Autumn lore. Furthermore, the enchantment allows the magician to directly exchange ingots of valuable material for raw magical power; the ingots are claimed by Ephisis (or more correctly her agents). When using this additional facility, magicians usually place all the ingots they intend to use in their ritual in an opaque container such as a box or bag and formally offer them to the eternal at the beginning of the ritual.

	Unlike some similar rituals, the enchantment only allows a magician to trade materials for power when contributing to an Autumn ritual they have mastered. Magical scholars suggest this is a consequence of the way that [[Autumn_magic#Creativity\|creativity]] can create dissonance when working with [[Autumn magic]]. When [[Spring magic]] encourages spontaneity, and [[Summer magic]] delights in magicians taking risks, Autumn magic often favours a more rigid, considered approach to wielding power.		Unlike some similar rituals, the enchantment only allows a magician to trade materials for power when contributing to an Autumn ritual they have mastered. Magical scholars suggest this is a consequence of the way that [[Autumn_magic#Creativity\|creativity]] can create dissonance when working with [[Autumn magic]]. When [[Spring magic]] encourages spontaneity, and [[Summer magic]] delights in magicians taking risks, Autumn magic often favours a more rigid, considered approach to wielding power.

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	===Additional Targets===		===Additional Targets===
	This ritual can affect additional characters from the same [[Groups#Covens\|coven]]. Each additional character increases the magnitude by 15. Additional characters must be present throughout. ~~Characters who are targeted by the ritual may gain an additional rank in different realm lores.~~		This ritual can affect additional characters from the same [[Groups#Covens\|coven]]. Each additional character increases the magnitude by 15. Additional characters must be present throughout.

	===Option===		===Option===
	Any caster who has mastered the ritual may choose to substitute ingots of [[materials#Tempest Jade\|tempest jade]], [[materials#orichalcum\|orichalcum]], or [[materials#Weltsilver\|weltsilver]], or [[materials#Green Iron\|green iron]] for crystal mana when contributing to it. Every 2 ingots spent count as 1 crystal mana when contributing to the ritual. The ingots need not be of the same type.		Any caster who has mastered the ritual may choose to substitute ingots of [[materials#Tempest Jade\|tempest jade]], [[materials#orichalcum\|orichalcum]], or [[materials#Weltsilver\|weltsilver]], or [[materials#Green Iron\|green iron]] for crystal mana when contributing to it. Every 2 ingots spent count as 1 crystal mana when contributing to the ritual. The ingots need not be of the same type.

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Description

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	Unlike some similar rituals, the enchantment only allows a magician to trade materials for power when contributing to an Autumn ritual they have mastered. Magical scholars suggest this is a consequence of the way that [[Autumn_magic#Creativity\|creativity]] can create dissonance when working with [[Autumn magic]]. When [[Spring magic]] encourages spontaneity, and [[Summer magic]] delights in magicians taking risks, Autumn magic often favours a more rigid, considered approach to wielding power.		Unlike some similar rituals, the enchantment only allows a magician to trade materials for power when contributing to an Autumn ritual they have mastered. Magical scholars suggest this is a consequence of the way that [[Autumn_magic#Creativity\|creativity]] can create dissonance when working with [[Autumn magic]]. When [[Spring magic]] encourages spontaneity, and [[Summer magic]] delights in magicians taking risks, Autumn magic often favours a more rigid, considered approach to wielding power.

	The enchantment makes up for this rigidity by offering greater opportunities to trade raw materials for magical power. When using ingots to power a ritual, the magician formally offers them in trade for the raw magical potential they can then forge into the finished magical effect. In a nod to rituals such as [[Ephisis' ~~Scales~~]] or [[Before the Throne of Estavus]], the materials a magician will exchange for magical power are often placed in a sealed container and presented to Ephisis in return for the agreed upon magical affinity.		The enchantment makes up for this rigidity by offering greater opportunities to trade raw materials for magical power. When using ingots to power a ritual, the magician formally offers them in trade for the raw magical potential they can then forge into the finished magical effect. In a nod to rituals such as [[Ephisis' Scale]] or [[Before the Throne of Estavus]], the materials a magician will exchange for magical power are often placed in a sealed container and presented to Ephisis in return for the agreed upon magical affinity.

	There are a few rumours of more potent versions of this ritual that permit a magician to trade ingots for magical energy to perform any mastered ritual, not just those of Autumn lore. There are also a few accounts of a similar ritual that revolves around an agreement with the eternal [[Prospero]] allowing magicians to instead trade measures of [[Materials#Ambergelt\|ambergelt]], [[Materials#Beggar's Lye\|beggar's lye]], [[materials#Dragonbone\|dragonbone]], and [[Materials#Iridescent Gloaming\|iridescent gloaming]] for raw magical power.		There are a few rumours of more potent versions of this ritual that permit a magician to trade ingots for magical energy to perform any mastered ritual, not just those of Autumn lore. There are also a few accounts of a similar ritual that revolves around an agreement with the eternal [[Prospero]] allowing magicians to instead trade measures of [[Materials#Ambergelt\|ambergelt]], [[Materials#Beggar's Lye\|beggar's lye]], [[materials#Dragonbone\|dragonbone]], and [[Materials#Iridescent Gloaming\|iridescent gloaming]] for raw magical power.

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	==Rules==		==Rules==
	{{Season\|Autumn\|24}}		{{Season\|Autumn\|20}}
	===Performing the Ritual===		===Performing the Ritual===
	{{Casting time\|2}} {{Target Character}} The target character must have the [[Magical skills#Ritual lore\|Autumn lore]] skill.		{{Casting time\|2}} {{Target Character}} The target character must have the [[Magical skills#Ritual lore\|Autumn lore]] skill.
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	===Effects===		===Effects===
			The target gains one effective rank of the [[Magical skills#Ritual lore\|Autumn lore]] skill for purposes of performing rituals, subject to the [[Realm_Lore#Gaining_additional_ranks\|normal rules for effective skill]]. In addition, they gain the ability to trade valuable [[materials]] for additional power. When performing an Autumn ritual they have mastered, they can substitute ingots of [[materials#orichalcum\|orichalcum]], [[materials#Weltsilver\|weltsilver]], [[materials#tempest jade\|tempest jade]], or [[materials#Green Iron\|green iron]] for crystal mana. Every 2 ingots spent counts as 1 crystal mana when contributing to the ritual.

	~~The~~ target character experiences a ~~shortlived~~ [[roleplaying effect]]~~; they become dizzy~~ and ~~suffer from vertigo for a few moments~~.		While the enchantment lasts, the target character experiences a [[roleplaying effect]]: you sense that people who want you to do something for them without offering appropriate recompense are trying to take advantage of you. It is difficult for you to engage in even the most trivial social interactions without seeing them in terms of an exchange of influence and favours.

	~~Once the dizziness passes,~~ the target ~~loses one rank of~~ [[~~Magical skills#Ritual lore\|Autumn lore~~]] ~~and gains one additional rank of effective lore in another realm~~ of their ~~choice for purposes of performing rituals, subject to~~ the ~~[[Realm_Lore#Gaining_additional_ranks\|normal rules for effective skill]]~~.		If the target is a [[cambion]], the roleplaying effect is especially pronounced. A cambion may also choose to temporarily add to or increase physical trappings of their lineage. These changes are temporary and do not last more than a few hours after the enchantment ends.

	{{Season Duration}}		{{Season Duration}}

	===Additional Targets===		===Additional Targets===
	This ritual can affect additional characters from the same [[Groups#Covens\|coven]]. Each additional character increases the magnitude by 14. Additional characters must be present throughout. Characters who are targeted by the ritual may gain an additional rank in different realm lores.		This ritual can affect additional characters from the same [[Groups#Covens\|coven]]. Each additional character increases the magnitude by 15. Additional characters must be present throughout. Characters who are targeted by the ritual may gain an additional rank in different realm lores.
			===Option===
			Any caster who has mastered the ritual may choose to substitute ingots of [[materials#Tempest Jade\|tempest jade]], [[materials#orichalcum\|orichalcum]], or [[materials#Weltsilver\|weltsilver]], or [[materials#Green Iron\|green iron]] for crystal mana when contributing to it. Every 2 ingots spent count as 1 crystal mana when contributing to the ritual. The ingots need not be of the same type.

	==Description==		==Description==
			This [[enchantment]] grants a magician improved facility with [[Autumn magic]]. It draws on a formal agreement between mortal magicians and the [[eternals\|eternal]] [[Ephisis]], enhancing their ability to perform rituals from Autumn lore. Furthermore, the enchantment allows the magician to directly exchange ingots of valuable material for raw magical power; the ingots are claimed by Ephisis (or more correctly her agents). When using this additional facility, magicians usually place all the ingots they intend to use in their ritual in an opaque container such as a box or bag and formally offer them to the eternal at the beginning of the ritual.

	~~This~~ ritual ~~exchanges skill~~ with Autumn magic for ~~skill with~~ the ~~magic of another realm~~. ~~It is rarely used on masters~~ of ~~Autumn magic themselves~~, ~~unless they have~~ a ~~pressing need~~ to ~~diversify their abilities~~. ~~It is most commonly used on ritualists who possess~~ a ~~modicum~~ of Autumn lore ~~but~~ are ~~specialists in other realms, or on generalist~~ ritual ~~casters who have a need~~ to ~~temporarily focus their attention in another realm~~.		Unlike some similar rituals, the enchantment only allows a magician to trade materials for power when contributing to an Autumn ritual they have mastered. Magical scholars suggest this is a consequence of the way that [[Autumn_magic#Creativity\|creativity]] can create dissonance when working with [[Autumn magic]]. When [[Spring magic]] encourages spontaneity, and [[Summer magic]] delights in magicians taking risks, Autumn magic often favours a more rigid, considered approach to wielding power.

			The enchantment makes up for this rigidity by offering greater opportunities to trade raw materials for magical power. When using ingots to power a ritual, the magician formally offers them in trade for the raw magical potential they can then forge into the finished magical effect. In a nod to rituals such as [[Ephisis' Scales]] or [[Before the Throne of Estavus]], the materials a magician will exchange for magical power are often placed in a sealed container and presented to Ephisis in return for the agreed upon magical affinity.

			There are a few rumours of more potent versions of this ritual that permit a magician to trade ingots for magical energy to perform any mastered ritual, not just those of Autumn lore. There are also a few accounts of a similar ritual that revolves around an agreement with the eternal [[Prospero]] allowing magicians to instead trade measures of [[Materials#Ambergelt\|ambergelt]], [[Materials#Beggar's Lye\|beggar's lye]], [[materials#Dragonbone\|dragonbone]], and [[Materials#Iridescent Gloaming\|iridescent gloaming]] for raw magical power.

	==Common Elements==		==Common Elements==
	The ritual often involves some sort of symbolic exchange or balance. A target may begin with something representing their understanding of Autumn lore in one hand and transfer it to another hand, or they may trade it to one of the ritualists in return for a symbol of their new mastery. In other versions a ~~rune~~ representing Autumn magic, often [[Lann]] is inscribed on the skin ~~and then replaced~~ or ~~washed away and~~ a ~~new rune connected~~ to the ~~new lore~~ is ~~applied~~.		The ritual often involves some sort of symbolic exchange or balance. A target may begin with something representing their understanding of Autumn lore in one hand and transfer it to another hand, or they may trade it to one of the ritualists in return for a symbol of their new mastery. In other versions a symbol representing Autumn magic, often [[Lann]] is inscribed on the skin - a [[blood magic\|blood mage]] will often use blood donated by a [[cambion]] to paint such a symbol.

			In many cases, the crystal mana or materials intended to be used with this ritual will be sealed in an opaque container - often one that has been used to perform [[Ephisis' Scale]]. When the mana is used in such a fashion it is usually characterised as a "payment" to Ephisis in return for the power the enchantment provides. Some magicians include contracts in which they agree to always use a certain portion of ingots to perform their Autumn magic in the coming season - while the legal status of these contracts is unclear they often disappear during the performance of the ritual.

	~~<!--~~- ~~flavour~~. ~~--->~~		Unsurprisingly Ephisis (or one of her named Factotums) is usually evoked as the ritual is performed. A [[Totem_magic#Theurgy\|theurgist]] will often evoke paragons or exemplars of [[Prosperity]] or [[Wisdom]] when the ritual is performed - the exchange of wealth in return for a reward, or the idea of applying understanding to enhance skills both resonate well with this ritual.

	[[Category:Autumn Ritual]]		[[Category:Autumn Ritual]]
	[[Category:Rituals]]		[[Category:Rituals]]

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	==Rules==		==Rules==
	{{Season\|Autumn\|20}}		{{Season\|Autumn\|24}}
	===Performing the Ritual===		===Performing the Ritual===
	{{Casting time\|2}} {{Target Character}} The target character must have the [[Magical skills#Ritual lore\|Autumn lore]] skill.		{{Casting time\|2}} {{Target Character}} The target character must have the [[Magical skills#Ritual lore\|Autumn lore]] skill.
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	===Effects===		===Effects===
	The target gains one effective rank of the [[Magical skills#Ritual lore\|Autumn lore]] skill for purposes of performing rituals, subject to the [[Realm_Lore#Gaining_additional_ranks\|normal rules for effective skill]]. <!--In addition, they gain the ability to trade valuable [[materials]] for additional power. When performing an Autumn ritual they have mastered, they can substitute ingots of [[materials#orichalcum\|orichalcum]], [[materials#Weltsilver\|weltsilver]], [[materials#tempest jade\|tempest jade]], or [[materials#Green Iron\|green iron]] for crystal mana. Every 2 ingots spent counts as 1 crystal mana when contributing to the ritual. -->

	~~While the enchantment lasts the~~ character experiences a [[roleplaying effect]]~~: ''you sense that people who want you to do something~~ for them without offering appropriate recompense are trying to take advantage of you. It is difficult for you to engage in even the most trivial social interactions without seeing them in terms of an exchange of influence and favours.''		The target character experiences a shortlived [[roleplaying effect]]; they become dizzy and suffer from vertigo for a few moments.

	If the target ~~is a~~ [[~~cambion~~]], ~~the roleplaying effect is especially pronounced. A cambion may also choose to temporarily add~~ to ~~or increase~~ the ~~physical trappings of their lineage. These changes are temporary and do not last more than a few hours after the enchantment ends~~.		Once the dizziness passes, the target loses one rank of [[Magical skills#Ritual lore\|Autumn lore]] and gains one additional rank of effective lore in another realm of their choice for purposes of performing rituals, subject to the [[Realm_Lore#Gaining_additional_ranks\|normal rules for effective skill]].

	{{Season Duration}}		{{Season Duration}}

	===Additional Targets===		===Additional Targets===
	This ritual can affect additional characters from the same [[Groups#Covens\|coven]]. Each additional character increases the magnitude by 15. Additional characters must be present throughout. Characters who are targeted by the ritual may gain an additional rank in different realm lores.		This ritual can affect additional characters from the same [[Groups#Covens\|coven]]. Each additional character increases the magnitude by 14. Additional characters must be present throughout. Characters who are targeted by the ritual may gain an additional rank in different realm lores.

	==Description==		==Description==

	This ritual exchanges skill with Autumn magic for skill with the magic of another realm. It is rarely used on masters of Autumn magic themselves, unless they have a pressing need to diversify their abilities. It is most commonly used on ritualists who possess a modicum of Autumn lore but are specialists in other realms, or on generalist ritual casters who have a need to temporarily focus their attention in another realm.		This ritual exchanges skill with Autumn magic for skill with the magic of another realm. It is rarely used on masters of Autumn magic themselves, unless they have a pressing need to diversify their abilities. It is most commonly used on ritualists who possess a modicum of Autumn lore but are specialists in other realms, or on generalist ritual casters who have a need to temporarily focus their attention in another realm.

	<!-- Unlike some similar rituals such as [[Fire in the Blood]] and [[Noble Mien of the Hawk Lords]], the enchantment only allows a magician to trade materials for power when contributing to a ritual they have mastered. Magical scholars suggest this is a consequence of the way that [[Autumn_magic#Creativity\|creativity]] can create dissonance when working with [[Autumn magic]]. When [[Spring magic]] encourages spontaneity, and [[Summer magic]] delights in magicians taking risks, Autumn magic often favours a more rigid, considered approach to wielding power.

	The enchantment makes up for this rigidity by offering greater opportunities to trade raw materials for magical power. When using ingots to power a ritual, the magician formally offers them in trade for the raw magical potential they can then forge into the finished magical effect. In a nod to rituals such as [[Ephisis' Scales]] or [[Before the Throne of Estavus]], the materials a magician will exchange for magical power are often placed in a sealed container and presented to Ephisis in return for the agreed upon magical affinity.-->

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