Captain's Mask - Revision history

Matt at 18:05, 21 March 2025

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	The mask often incorporates the [[Jotra\|Rune of Battle]], sometimes openly and sometimes on the inside so that it rests against the brow of the wearer. A martial animal such as a lion, or the [[Varushka religious beliefs#The Virtuous Animals\|bear and the boar]] popularised as symbols of [[Courage]] by [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Varushka_religious_beliefs#Storytellers\|storytellers]]. Likewise, a [[Wintermark]]-made mask is likely to represent a [[Wintermark_culture_and_customs#Birds_and_feathers\|hawk or falcon]] - birds associated with the virtue of [[Loyalty]].		The mask often incorporates the [[Jotra\|Rune of Battle]], sometimes openly and sometimes on the inside so that it rests against the brow of the wearer. A martial animal such as a lion, or the [[Varushka religious beliefs#The Virtuous Animals\|bear and the boar]] popularised as symbols of [[Courage]] by [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Varushka_religious_beliefs#Storytellers\|storytellers]]. Likewise, a [[Wintermark]]-made mask is likely to represent a [[Wintermark_culture_and_customs#Birds_and_feathers\|hawk or falcon]] - birds associated with the virtue of [[Loyalty]].

	While this [[Category:Foci\|ritual focus]] is most often crafted in the form of a mask, it is sometimes created as a brooch or large amulet depicting crossed swords upon a bright shield. A few [[the League\|League]] magicians favour an orichalcum ring. set with a red or amber stone, and engraved on the inside with a martial motto or inspirational phrase from their [[Bands#Covens\|coven]] oath; such a ring often [[~~Rings_in_the_League~~\|specifically represents]] their loyalty to their coven.		While this [[Category:Foci\|ritual focus]] is most often crafted in the form of a mask, it is sometimes created as a brooch or large amulet depicting crossed swords upon a bright shield. A few [[the League\|League]] magicians favour an orichalcum ring. set with a red or amber stone, and engraved on the inside with a martial motto or inspirational phrase from their [[Bands#Covens\|coven]] oath; such a ring often [[The_League_culture_and_customs#Rings\|specifically represents]] their loyalty to their coven.

	As with all the magical masks, these [[:Category:Foci\|foci]] are used to grant additional power to perform [[rituals\|ritual]] magic. In this case, it enhances [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; [[Strength of the Bull]]; and [[Crown of Phoenix Fire]]. A lone Summer ritualist can use the power of the mask along with the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|Imperial regio]] to [[enchantment\|enchant]] their allies without the aid of a coven, while a committed band of magicians might use the mask to help them enchant large numbers of warriors with a single performance. <!--The mask can even allow a [[Magical skills#Magician\|magician]] who has no ritual knowledge at all to contribute their presence to their covens ritual, drawing on the regio to further empower their contribution.-->		As with all the magical masks, these [[:Category:Foci\|foci]] are used to grant additional power to perform [[rituals\|ritual]] magic. In this case, it enhances [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; [[Strength of the Bull]]; and [[Crown of Phoenix Fire]]. A lone Summer ritualist can use the power of the mask along with the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|Imperial regio]] to [[enchantment\|enchant]] their allies without the aid of a coven, while a committed band of magicians might use the mask to help them enchant large numbers of warriors with a single performance. <!--The mask can even allow a [[Magical skills#Magician\|magician]] who has no ritual knowledge at all to contribute their presence to their covens ritual, drawing on the regio to further empower their contribution.-->

RichardRaynor: Added referecnce to Crown of Phoenix Fire

2023-03-18T13:39:01Z

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	While this [[Category:Foci\|ritual focus]] is most often crafted in the form of a mask, it is sometimes created as a brooch or large amulet depicting crossed swords upon a bright shield. A few [[the League\|League]] magicians favour an orichalcum ring. set with a red or amber stone, and engraved on the inside with a martial motto or inspirational phrase from their [[Bands#Covens\|coven]] oath; such a ring often [[Rings_in_the_League\|specifically represents]] their loyalty to their coven.		While this [[Category:Foci\|ritual focus]] is most often crafted in the form of a mask, it is sometimes created as a brooch or large amulet depicting crossed swords upon a bright shield. A few [[the League\|League]] magicians favour an orichalcum ring. set with a red or amber stone, and engraved on the inside with a martial motto or inspirational phrase from their [[Bands#Covens\|coven]] oath; such a ring often [[Rings_in_the_League\|specifically represents]] their loyalty to their coven.

	As with all the magical masks, these [[:Category:Foci\|foci]] are used to grant additional power to perform [[rituals\|ritual]] magic. In this case, it enhances [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; ~~and~~ [[Strength of the Bull]]. A lone Summer ritualist can use the power of the mask along with the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|Imperial regio]] to [[enchantment\|enchant]] their allies without the aid of a coven, while a committed band of magicians might use the mask to help them enchant large numbers of warriors with a single performance. <!--The mask can even allow a [[Magical skills#Magician\|magician]] who has no ritual knowledge at all to contribute their presence to their covens ritual, drawing on the regio to further empower their contribution.-->		As with all the magical masks, these [[:Category:Foci\|foci]] are used to grant additional power to perform [[rituals\|ritual]] magic. In this case, it enhances [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; [[Strength of the Bull]]; and [[Crown of Phoenix Fire]]. A lone Summer ritualist can use the power of the mask along with the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|Imperial regio]] to [[enchantment\|enchant]] their allies without the aid of a coven, while a committed band of magicians might use the mask to help them enchant large numbers of warriors with a single performance. <!--The mask can even allow a [[Magical skills#Magician\|magician]] who has no ritual knowledge at all to contribute their presence to their covens ritual, drawing on the regio to further empower their contribution.-->

	While the mask is useful, there are rumours of a much more potent version whose use allows additional warriors to be enchanted with a single ritual. If such a mask exists, the secrets of its construction are not common knowledge.		While the mask is useful, there are rumours of a much more potent version whose use allows additional warriors to be enchanted with a single ritual. If such a mask exists, the secrets of its construction are not common knowledge.
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	==Rules==		==Rules==
	{{Foci}}		{{Foci}}
	* '''Effect:''' Gain 2 ranks for [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; ~~and~~ [[Strength of the Bull]], subject to the [[Realm_Lore#Gaining_additional_ranks\|normal rules for effective skill]].		* '''Effect:''' Gain 2 ranks for [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; [[Strength of the Bull]]; and [[Crown of Phoenix Fire]], subject to the [[Realm_Lore#Gaining_additional_ranks\|normal rules for effective skill]].
	* '''Materials:''' Crafting a Captain's Mask requires eight ingots of [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]], three measures of [[Materials#Dragonbone\|dragonbone]], and five measures of [[Materials#Iridescent Gloaming\|iridescent gloaming]]. It takes one month to make one of these items.		* '''Materials:''' Crafting a Captain's Mask requires eight ingots of [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]], three measures of [[Materials#Dragonbone\|dragonbone]], and five measures of [[Materials#Iridescent Gloaming\|iridescent gloaming]]. It takes one month to make one of these items.

Beeswax at 17:36, 20 June 2018

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	While this [[Category:Foci\|ritual focus]] is most often crafted in the form of a mask, it is sometimes created as a brooch or large amulet depicting crossed swords upon a bright shield. A few [[the League\|League]] magicians favour an orichalcum ring. set with a red or amber stone, and engraved on the inside with a martial motto or inspirational phrase from their [[Bands#Covens\|coven]] oath; such a ring often [[Rings_in_the_League\|specifically represents]] their loyalty to their coven.		While this [[Category:Foci\|ritual focus]] is most often crafted in the form of a mask, it is sometimes created as a brooch or large amulet depicting crossed swords upon a bright shield. A few [[the League\|League]] magicians favour an orichalcum ring. set with a red or amber stone, and engraved on the inside with a martial motto or inspirational phrase from their [[Bands#Covens\|coven]] oath; such a ring often [[Rings_in_the_League\|specifically represents]] their loyalty to their coven.

	As with all the magical masks, these [[:Category:Foci\|foci]] are used to grant additional power to perform [[rituals\|ritual]] magic. In this case, it enhances [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; and [[Strength of the Bull]]. A lone Summer ritualist can use the power of the mask along with the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|Imperial regio]] to [[enchantment\|enchant]] their allies without the aid of a coven, while a committed band of magicians might use the mask to help them enchant large numbers of warriors with a single performance. The mask can even allow a [[Magical skills#Magician\|magician]] who has no ritual knowledge at all to contribute their presence to their covens ritual, drawing on the regio to further empower their contribution.		As with all the magical masks, these [[:Category:Foci\|foci]] are used to grant additional power to perform [[rituals\|ritual]] magic. In this case, it enhances [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; and [[Strength of the Bull]]. A lone Summer ritualist can use the power of the mask along with the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|Imperial regio]] to [[enchantment\|enchant]] their allies without the aid of a coven, while a committed band of magicians might use the mask to help them enchant large numbers of warriors with a single performance. <!--The mask can even allow a [[Magical skills#Magician\|magician]] who has no ritual knowledge at all to contribute their presence to their covens ritual, drawing on the regio to further empower their contribution.-->

	While the mask is useful, there are rumours of a much more potent version whose use allows additional warriors to be enchanted with a single ritual. If such a mask exists, the secrets of its construction are not common knowledge.		While the mask is useful, there are rumours of a much more potent version whose use allows additional warriors to be enchanted with a single ritual. If such a mask exists, the secrets of its construction are not common knowledge.

Dre at 13:29, 9 April 2017

2017-04-09T13:29:33Z

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	The Captain's Mask empowers a ritualist with the ability to confer additional toughness. The mask is often in the shape of a polished steel mask that covers the forehead and cheeks, reminiscent of a helmet, and is often emblazoned with thunderbolts. Another common form, particularly favoured by [[Dawn\|Dawnish]] magicians, is a full- or half-face sun mask.		The Captain's Mask empowers a ritualist with the ability to confer additional toughness. The mask is often in the shape of a polished steel mask that covers the forehead and cheeks, reminiscent of a helmet, and is often emblazoned with thunderbolts. Another common form, particularly favoured by [[Dawn\|Dawnish]] magicians, is a full- or half-face sun mask.

	The mask often incorporates the [[Jotra\|Rune of Battle]], sometimes openly and sometimes on the inside so that it rests against the brow of the wearer. A martial animal such as a lion, or the [[Varushka religious beliefs#The Virtuous Animals\|bear and the boar]] popularised as symbols of [[Courage]] by [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Varushka_religious_beliefs#Storytellers\|storytellers]]. Likewise, a [[Wintermark]]-made mask is likely to represent a [[Wintermark_culture_and_customs#Birds_and_feathers\|hawk or falcon]] - birds associated with the virtue of [[~~loyalty~~]].		The mask often incorporates the [[Jotra\|Rune of Battle]], sometimes openly and sometimes on the inside so that it rests against the brow of the wearer. A martial animal such as a lion, or the [[Varushka religious beliefs#The Virtuous Animals\|bear and the boar]] popularised as symbols of [[Courage]] by [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Varushka_religious_beliefs#Storytellers\|storytellers]]. Likewise, a [[Wintermark]]-made mask is likely to represent a [[Wintermark_culture_and_customs#Birds_and_feathers\|hawk or falcon]] - birds associated with the virtue of [[Loyalty]].

	While this [[Category:Foci\|ritual focus]] is most often crafted in the form of a mask, it is sometimes created as a brooch or large amulet depicting crossed swords upon a bright shield. A few [[the League\|League]] magicians favour an orichalcum ring. set with a red or amber stone, and engraved on the inside with a martial motto or inspirational phrase from their [[Bands#Covens\|coven]] oath; such a ring often [[Rings_in_the_League\|specifically represents]] their loyalty to their coven.		While this [[Category:Foci\|ritual focus]] is most often crafted in the form of a mask, it is sometimes created as a brooch or large amulet depicting crossed swords upon a bright shield. A few [[the League\|League]] magicians favour an orichalcum ring. set with a red or amber stone, and engraved on the inside with a martial motto or inspirational phrase from their [[Bands#Covens\|coven]] oath; such a ring often [[Rings_in_the_League\|specifically represents]] their loyalty to their coven.

Dre at 13:29, 9 April 2017

2017-04-09T13:29:18Z

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	While this [[Category:Foci\|ritual focus]] is most often crafted in the form of a mask, it is sometimes created as a brooch or large amulet depicting crossed swords upon a bright shield. A few [[the League\|League]] magicians favour an orichalcum ring. set with a red or amber stone, and engraved on the inside with a martial motto or inspirational phrase from their [[Bands#Covens\|coven]] oath; such a ring often [[Rings_in_the_League\|specifically represents]] their loyalty to their coven.		While this [[Category:Foci\|ritual focus]] is most often crafted in the form of a mask, it is sometimes created as a brooch or large amulet depicting crossed swords upon a bright shield. A few [[the League\|League]] magicians favour an orichalcum ring. set with a red or amber stone, and engraved on the inside with a martial motto or inspirational phrase from their [[Bands#Covens\|coven]] oath; such a ring often [[Rings_in_the_League\|specifically represents]] their loyalty to their coven.

	As with all the magical masks, these [[Category:Foci\|foci]] are used to grant additional power to perform [[rituals\|ritual]] magic. In this case, it enhances [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; and [[Strength of the Bull]]. A lone Summer ritualist can use the power of the mask along with the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|Imperial regio]] to [[enchantment\|enchant]] their allies without the aid of a coven, while a committed band of magicians might use the mask to help them enchant large numbers of warriors with a single performance. The mask can even allow a [[Magical skills#Magician\|magician]] who has no ritual knowledge at all to contribute their presence to their covens ritual, drawing on the regio to further empower their contribution.		As with all the magical masks, these [[:Category:Foci\|foci]] are used to grant additional power to perform [[rituals\|ritual]] magic. In this case, it enhances [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; and [[Strength of the Bull]]. A lone Summer ritualist can use the power of the mask along with the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|Imperial regio]] to [[enchantment\|enchant]] their allies without the aid of a coven, while a committed band of magicians might use the mask to help them enchant large numbers of warriors with a single performance. The mask can even allow a [[Magical skills#Magician\|magician]] who has no ritual knowledge at all to contribute their presence to their covens ritual, drawing on the regio to further empower their contribution.

	While the mask is useful, there are rumours of a much more potent version whose use allows additional warriors to be enchanted with a single ritual. If such a mask exists, the secrets of its construction are not common knowledge.		While the mask is useful, there are rumours of a much more potent version whose use allows additional warriors to be enchanted with a single ritual. If such a mask exists, the secrets of its construction are not common knowledge.

	==Rules==		==Rules==
	* '''Form:''' Foci		{{Foci}}
	* '''Effect:''' Gain 2 ranks for [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; and [[Strength of the Bull]], subject to the [[Realm_Lore#Gaining_additional_ranks\|normal rules for effective skill]].		* '''Effect:''' Gain 2 ranks for [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; and [[Strength of the Bull]], subject to the [[Realm_Lore#Gaining_additional_ranks\|normal rules for effective skill]].
	* '''Materials:''' Crafting a Captain's Mask requires eight ingots of [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]], three measures of [[Materials#Dragonbone\|dragonbone]], and five measures of [[Materials#Iridescent Gloaming\|iridescent gloaming]]. It takes one month to make one of these items.		* '''Materials:''' Crafting a Captain's Mask requires eight ingots of [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]], three measures of [[Materials#Dragonbone\|dragonbone]], and five measures of [[Materials#Iridescent Gloaming\|iridescent gloaming]]. It takes one month to make one of these items.

Rafferty: /* Rules */

2017-04-06T07:44:46Z

Rules

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	* '''Form:''' Foci		* '''Form:''' Foci
	* '''Effect:''' Gain 2 ranks for [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; and [[Strength of the Bull]], subject to the [[Realm_Lore#Gaining_additional_ranks\|normal rules for effective skill]].		* '''Effect:''' Gain 2 ranks for [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; and [[Strength of the Bull]], subject to the [[Realm_Lore#Gaining_additional_ranks\|normal rules for effective skill]].
	* '''Materials:''' Crafting a Captain's Mask requires ~~nine~~ ingots of [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]], ~~five~~ measures of [[Materials#Dragonbone\|dragonbone]], and five measures of [[Materials#Iridescent Gloaming\|iridescent gloaming]]. It takes one month to make one of these items.		* '''Materials:''' Crafting a Captain's Mask requires eight ingots of [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]], three measures of [[Materials#Dragonbone\|dragonbone]], and five measures of [[Materials#Iridescent Gloaming\|iridescent gloaming]]. It takes one month to make one of these items.

	[[Category:Magic Items]]		[[Category:Magic Items]]

Rafferty at 18:50, 5 April 2017

2017-04-05T18:50:20Z

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	[[Category:Foci]]		[[Category:Foci]]
	<!--NOTES		<!--NOTES
	Left this as is - nobody would be under both rituals. ~~Check with~~ Graeme.		Left this as is - nobody would be under both rituals. Graeme approves.
	-->		-->

Rafferty: /* Rules */

2017-04-02T16:38:49Z

Rules

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	==Rules==		==Rules==
	* '''Form:''' Foci		* '''Form:''' Foci
	* '''Effect:''' Gain ~~1 rank~~ for [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; and [[Strength of the Bull]], subject to the [[Realm_Lore#Gaining_additional_ranks\|normal rules for effective skill]].		* '''Effect:''' Gain 2 ranks for [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; and [[Strength of the Bull]], subject to the [[Realm_Lore#Gaining_additional_ranks\|normal rules for effective skill]].
	* '''Materials:''' Crafting a Captain's Mask requires nine ingots of [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]], five measures of [[Materials#Dragonbone\|dragonbone]] and ~~four~~ measures of [[Materials#Iridescent Gloaming\|iridescent gloaming]]. It takes one month to make one of these items.		* '''Materials:''' Crafting a Captain's Mask requires nine ingots of [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]], five measures of [[Materials#Dragonbone\|dragonbone]], and five measures of [[Materials#Iridescent Gloaming\|iridescent gloaming]]. It takes one month to make one of these items.

	[[Category:Magic Items]]		[[Category:Magic Items]]
	[[Category:Foci]]		[[Category:Foci]]
			<!--NOTES
			Left this as is - nobody would be under both rituals. Check with Graeme.
			-->

Rafferty: /* Description */

2017-01-10T12:59:39Z

Description

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	As with all the magical masks, these [[Category:Foci\|foci]] are used to grant additional power to perform [[rituals\|ritual]] magic. In this case, it enhances [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; and [[Strength of the Bull]]. A lone Summer ritualist can use the power of the mask along with the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|Imperial regio]] to [[enchantment\|enchant]] their allies without the aid of a coven, while a committed band of magicians might use the mask to help them enchant large numbers of warriors with a single performance. The mask can even allow a [[Magical skills#Magician\|magician]] who has no ritual knowledge at all to contribute their presence to their covens ritual, drawing on the regio to further empower their contribution.		As with all the magical masks, these [[Category:Foci\|foci]] are used to grant additional power to perform [[rituals\|ritual]] magic. In this case, it enhances [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; and [[Strength of the Bull]]. A lone Summer ritualist can use the power of the mask along with the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|Imperial regio]] to [[enchantment\|enchant]] their allies without the aid of a coven, while a committed band of magicians might use the mask to help them enchant large numbers of warriors with a single performance. The mask can even allow a [[Magical skills#Magician\|magician]] who has no ritual knowledge at all to contribute their presence to their covens ritual, drawing on the regio to further empower their contribution.

			While the mask is useful, there are rumours of a much more potent version whose use allows additional warriors to be enchanted with a single ritual. If such a mask exists, the secrets of its construction are not common knowledge.

	==Rules==		==Rules==

Rafferty: /* Rules */ update costs

2017-01-10T12:58:21Z

Rules: update costs

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	* '''Form:''' Foci		* '''Form:''' Foci
	* '''Effect:''' Gain 1 rank for [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; and [[Strength of the Bull]], subject to the [[Realm_Lore#Gaining_additional_ranks\|normal rules for effective skill]].		* '''Effect:''' Gain 1 rank for [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; and [[Strength of the Bull]], subject to the [[Realm_Lore#Gaining_additional_ranks\|normal rules for effective skill]].
	* '''Materials:''' Crafting a Captain's Mask requires nine ingots of [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]], ~~three~~ measures of [[Materials#Dragonbone\|dragonbone]] and four measures of [[Materials#Iridescent Gloaming\|iridescent gloaming]]. It takes one month to make one of these items.		* '''Materials:''' Crafting a Captain's Mask requires nine ingots of [[Materials#Orichalcum\|orichalcum]], five measures of [[Materials#Dragonbone\|dragonbone]] and four measures of [[Materials#Iridescent Gloaming\|iridescent gloaming]]. It takes one month to make one of these items.

	[[Category:Magic Items]]		[[Category:Magic Items]]
	[[Category:Foci]]		[[Category:Foci]]

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	The mask often incorporates the [[Jotra\|Rune of Battle]], sometimes openly and sometimes on the inside so that it rests against the brow of the wearer. A martial animal such as a lion, or the [[Varushka religious beliefs#The Virtuous Animals\|bear and the boar]] popularised as symbols of [[Courage]] by [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Varushka_religious_beliefs#Storytellers\|storytellers]]. Likewise, a [[Wintermark]]-made mask is likely to represent a [[Wintermark_culture_and_customs#Birds_and_feathers\|hawk or falcon]] - birds associated with the virtue of [[Loyalty]].		The mask often incorporates the [[Jotra\|Rune of Battle]], sometimes openly and sometimes on the inside so that it rests against the brow of the wearer. A martial animal such as a lion, or the [[Varushka religious beliefs#The Virtuous Animals\|bear and the boar]] popularised as symbols of [[Courage]] by [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Varushka_religious_beliefs#Storytellers\|storytellers]]. Likewise, a [[Wintermark]]-made mask is likely to represent a [[Wintermark_culture_and_customs#Birds_and_feathers\|hawk or falcon]] - birds associated with the virtue of [[Loyalty]].

	While this [[Category:Foci\|ritual focus]] is most often crafted in the form of a mask, it is sometimes created as a brooch or large amulet depicting crossed swords upon a bright shield. A few [[the League\|League]] magicians favour an orichalcum ring. set with a red or amber stone, and engraved on the inside with a martial motto or inspirational phrase from their [[Bands#Covens\|coven]] oath; such a ring often [[~~Rings_in_the_League~~\|specifically represents]] their loyalty to their coven.		While this [[Category:Foci\|ritual focus]] is most often crafted in the form of a mask, it is sometimes created as a brooch or large amulet depicting crossed swords upon a bright shield. A few [[the League\|League]] magicians favour an orichalcum ring. set with a red or amber stone, and engraved on the inside with a martial motto or inspirational phrase from their [[Bands#Covens\|coven]] oath; such a ring often [[The_League_culture_and_customs#Rings\|specifically represents]] their loyalty to their coven.

	As with all the magical masks, these [[:Category:Foci\|foci]] are used to grant additional power to perform [[rituals\|ritual]] magic. In this case, it enhances [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; [[Strength of the Bull]]; and [[Crown of Phoenix Fire]]. A lone Summer ritualist can use the power of the mask along with the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|Imperial regio]] to [[enchantment\|enchant]] their allies without the aid of a coven, while a committed band of magicians might use the mask to help them enchant large numbers of warriors with a single performance. <!--The mask can even allow a [[Magical skills#Magician\|magician]] who has no ritual knowledge at all to contribute their presence to their covens ritual, drawing on the regio to further empower their contribution.-->		As with all the magical masks, these [[:Category:Foci\|foci]] are used to grant additional power to perform [[rituals\|ritual]] magic. In this case, it enhances [[Splendid Panoply of Knighthood]]; [[Strength of the Bull]]; and [[Crown of Phoenix Fire]]. A lone Summer ritualist can use the power of the mask along with the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|Imperial regio]] to [[enchantment\|enchant]] their allies without the aid of a coven, while a committed band of magicians might use the mask to help them enchant large numbers of warriors with a single performance. <!--The mask can even allow a [[Magical skills#Magician\|magician]] who has no ritual knowledge at all to contribute their presence to their covens ritual, drawing on the regio to further empower their contribution.-->

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	The Captain's Mask empowers a ritualist with the ability to confer additional toughness. The mask is often in the shape of a polished steel mask that covers the forehead and cheeks, reminiscent of a helmet, and is often emblazoned with thunderbolts. Another common form, particularly favoured by [[Dawn\|Dawnish]] magicians, is a full- or half-face sun mask.		The Captain's Mask empowers a ritualist with the ability to confer additional toughness. The mask is often in the shape of a polished steel mask that covers the forehead and cheeks, reminiscent of a helmet, and is often emblazoned with thunderbolts. Another common form, particularly favoured by [[Dawn\|Dawnish]] magicians, is a full- or half-face sun mask.

	The mask often incorporates the [[Jotra\|Rune of Battle]], sometimes openly and sometimes on the inside so that it rests against the brow of the wearer. A martial animal such as a lion, or the [[Varushka religious beliefs#The Virtuous Animals\|bear and the boar]] popularised as symbols of [[Courage]] by [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Varushka_religious_beliefs#Storytellers\|storytellers]]. Likewise, a [[Wintermark]]-made mask is likely to represent a [[Wintermark_culture_and_customs#Birds_and_feathers\|hawk or falcon]] - birds associated with the virtue of [[~~loyalty~~]].		The mask often incorporates the [[Jotra\|Rune of Battle]], sometimes openly and sometimes on the inside so that it rests against the brow of the wearer. A martial animal such as a lion, or the [[Varushka religious beliefs#The Virtuous Animals\|bear and the boar]] popularised as symbols of [[Courage]] by [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Varushka_religious_beliefs#Storytellers\|storytellers]]. Likewise, a [[Wintermark]]-made mask is likely to represent a [[Wintermark_culture_and_customs#Birds_and_feathers\|hawk or falcon]] - birds associated with the virtue of [[Loyalty]].

	While this [[Category:Foci\|ritual focus]] is most often crafted in the form of a mask, it is sometimes created as a brooch or large amulet depicting crossed swords upon a bright shield. A few [[the League\|League]] magicians favour an orichalcum ring. set with a red or amber stone, and engraved on the inside with a martial motto or inspirational phrase from their [[Bands#Covens\|coven]] oath; such a ring often [[Rings_in_the_League\|specifically represents]] their loyalty to their coven.		While this [[Category:Foci\|ritual focus]] is most often crafted in the form of a mask, it is sometimes created as a brooch or large amulet depicting crossed swords upon a bright shield. A few [[the League\|League]] magicians favour an orichalcum ring. set with a red or amber stone, and engraved on the inside with a martial motto or inspirational phrase from their [[Bands#Covens\|coven]] oath; such a ring often [[Rings_in_the_League\|specifically represents]] their loyalty to their coven.