Howling Despite of the Yawning Maw - Revision history

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	This enchantment allows the target to call [[Calls#Mass_Calls\|MASS]] [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|WEAKNESS]] once during the duration. The character must be able to cast spells to make this call - it explicitly will not work if they are wearing armour.		This enchantment allows the target to call [[Calls#Mass_Calls\|MASS]] [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|WEAKNESS]] once during the duration. The character must be able to cast spells to make this call - it explicitly will not work if they are wearing armour.

	While under the effect of the enchantment, the target experiences a [[roleplaying effect]]: the target finds themselves urged towards savagery. They feel an urge to mercilessly slaughter anyone who threatens them, their friends, or their family. They find it easy to suggest courses of actions that others might view as atrocious, if those actions would destroy or weaken their enemies. The longer the enchantment remains without being unleashed, the more bloodthirsty they become. When they do use the power granted by the ritual, they feel an almost irresistible urge to voice a savage howl, yell, or bellow. This effect is particularly pronounced among characters of the [[draughir]] [[lineage]], and has in the past prompted physical violence between high lineage [[Draughir\|winterborn]] and anyone they perceived as threatening "their" people.		While under the effect of the enchantment, the target experiences a [[roleplaying effect]]: ''the target finds themselves urged towards savagery. They feel an urge to mercilessly slaughter anyone who threatens them, their friends, or their family. They find it easy to suggest courses of actions that others might view as atrocious, if those actions would destroy or weaken their enemies. The longer the enchantment remains without being unleashed, the more bloodthirsty they become. When they do use the power granted by the ritual, they feel an almost irresistible urge to voice a savage howl, yell, or bellow.'' This effect is particularly pronounced among characters of the [[draughir]] [[lineage]], and has in the past prompted physical violence between high lineage [[Draughir\|winterborn]] and anyone they perceived as threatening "their" people.

	{{Day Duration}} The power of the ritual can be invoked only ''once'' during this time.		{{Day Duration}} The power of the ritual can be invoked only ''once'' during this time.

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	Howling Despite of the Yawning Maw also sees some use when fighting supernatural threats. It can prevent a mob of husks from rising again when they are struck down, for example. While it is an expensive option, the curse the ritual unleashes can weaken a magician, magical healer, or creature with dangerous powers lurking within a group of other opponents - the ability to weaken everyone within range should not be overlooked. There are very few other ways for magicians to exert their power beyond the reach of their implement, after all.		Howling Despite of the Yawning Maw also sees some use when fighting supernatural threats. It can prevent a mob of husks from rising again when they are struck down, for example. While it is an expensive option, the curse the ritual unleashes can weaken a magician, magical healer, or creature with dangerous powers lurking within a group of other opponents - the ability to weaken everyone within range should not be overlooked. There are very few other ways for magicians to exert their power beyond the reach of their implement, after all.

	When the power of this ritual is unleashed, the ritualist doing so often feels an overpowering urge to unleash a screaming howl. This has led to some concern that the ritual in some way draws on the power of [[Agramant]], and calls for it to be subject to [[Declaration#Declaration_of_Interdiction\|interdiction]], given Agramant has the [[Amity_and_enmity#Enmity\|enmity]] of the [[~~Conclave\|~~Conclave]]. Extensive research by Torval of Highwatch was presented to the Conclave in Autumn 348YE that demonstrated that the ritual is ''not'' associated with Agramant directly, despite the boons that creature claimed to be able to offer to enhance its performance.		When the power of this ritual is unleashed, the ritualist doing so often feels an overpowering urge to unleash a screaming howl. This has led to some concern that the ritual in some way draws on the power of [[Agramant]], and calls for it to be subject to [[Declaration#Declaration_of_Interdiction\|interdiction]], given Agramant has the [[Amity_and_enmity#Enmity\|enmity]] of the [[Conclave]]. Extensive research by Torval of Highwatch was presented to the Conclave in Autumn 348YE that demonstrated that the ritual is ''not'' associated with Agramant directly, despite the boons that creature claimed to be able to offer to enhance its performance.

	In [[the Marches]] this ritual is sometimes called ''Topple the Lofty Pedestals'', while in [[The Brass Coast]] it is referred to as ''Calling the Black Wind''.		In [[the Marches]] this ritual is sometimes called ''Topple the Lofty Pedestals'', while in [[The Brass Coast]] it is referred to as ''Calling the Black Wind''.

Matt: Text replacement - "[[Imperial Conclave" to "[[Conclave"

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	Howling Despite of the Yawning Maw also sees some use when fighting supernatural threats. It can prevent a mob of husks from rising again when they are struck down, for example. While it is an expensive option, the curse the ritual unleashes can weaken a magician, magical healer, or creature with dangerous powers lurking within a group of other opponents - the ability to weaken everyone within range should not be overlooked. There are very few other ways for magicians to exert their power beyond the reach of their implement, after all.		Howling Despite of the Yawning Maw also sees some use when fighting supernatural threats. It can prevent a mob of husks from rising again when they are struck down, for example. While it is an expensive option, the curse the ritual unleashes can weaken a magician, magical healer, or creature with dangerous powers lurking within a group of other opponents - the ability to weaken everyone within range should not be overlooked. There are very few other ways for magicians to exert their power beyond the reach of their implement, after all.

	When the power of this ritual is unleashed, the ritualist doing so often feels an overpowering urge to unleash a screaming howl. This has led to some concern that the ritual in some way draws on the power of [[Agramant]], and calls for it to be subject to [[Declaration#Declaration_of_Interdiction\|interdiction]], given Agramant has the [[Amity_and_enmity#Enmity\|enmity]] of the [[~~Imperial~~ Conclave\|Conclave]]. Extensive research by Torval of Highwatch was presented to the Conclave in Autumn 348YE that demonstrated that the ritual is ''not'' associated with Agramant directly, despite the boons that creature claimed to be able to offer to enhance its performance.		When the power of this ritual is unleashed, the ritualist doing so often feels an overpowering urge to unleash a screaming howl. This has led to some concern that the ritual in some way draws on the power of [[Agramant]], and calls for it to be subject to [[Declaration#Declaration_of_Interdiction\|interdiction]], given Agramant has the [[Amity_and_enmity#Enmity\|enmity]] of the [[Conclave\|Conclave]]. Extensive research by Torval of Highwatch was presented to the Conclave in Autumn 348YE that demonstrated that the ritual is ''not'' associated with Agramant directly, despite the boons that creature claimed to be able to offer to enhance its performance.

	In [[the Marches]] this ritual is sometimes called ''Topple the Lofty Pedestals'', while in [[The Brass Coast]] it is referred to as ''Calling the Black Wind''.		In [[the Marches]] this ritual is sometimes called ''Topple the Lofty Pedestals'', while in [[The Brass Coast]] it is referred to as ''Calling the Black Wind''.

Twiggy at 20:53, 15 July 2025

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	For many Winter ritualists, the ''Howling Despite of the Yawning Maw'' is superior to both the [[weakness]] spell and rituals such as [[Hungry Grasp of Despair]] because it spreads the curse of weakness among many enemies at the same time. Used wisely, this ritual can neutralise an elite band (such as an orc chieftain and their bodyguards), or cut-off an entire enemy coven from their magic. It is at its most useful when combined with a keen awareness of enemy capabilities.		For many Winter ritualists, the ''Howling Despite of the Yawning Maw'' is superior to both the [[weakness]] spell and rituals such as [[Hungry Grasp of Despair]] because it spreads the curse of weakness among many enemies at the same time. Used wisely, this ritual can neutralise an elite band (such as an orc chieftain and their bodyguards), or cut-off an entire enemy coven from their magic. It is at its most useful when combined with a keen awareness of enemy capabilities.

	The late [[Earl#Enchanters\|enchanter]] Bauris d'Werwell made good use of the ritual when facing the [[Jotun]] on the western front. His knights would identify and taunt groups of barbarian [[Jotun#Warriors of the Jotun\|Ulvenwar]], luring them into a charge against their apparently exposed position. At the last moment, the Earl would unleash the power of this ritual, depriving them on their strength and making it impossible for them to [[Calls#SHATTER\|smash through]] the Dawnish defences. The startled orcs could then be quickly slaughtered. Eventually, the Jotun refused to charge any group they saw in the black-and-silver cockatrice heraldry of House d'Werwell at all - which the canny strategists of the house quickly found new ways to exploit. Sadly the majority of the [[noble house]] died fighting the [[Thule]] alongside [[Empress Britta]] during the fall of [[Skarsind]].		The late [[Earl#Enchanters\|enchanter]] Bauris d'Werwell made good use of the ritual when facing the [[Jotun]] on the western front. His knights would identify and taunt groups of barbarian [[Jotun#Warriors of the Jotun\|Ulvenwar]], luring them into a charge against their apparently exposed position. At the last moment, the Earl would unleash the power of this ritual, depriving them of their strength and making it impossible for them to [[Calls#SHATTER\|smash through]] the Dawnish defences. The startled orcs could then be quickly slaughtered. Eventually, the Jotun refused to charge any group they saw in the black-and-silver cockatrice heraldry of House d'Werwell at all - which the canny strategists of the house quickly found new ways to exploit. Sadly the majority of the [[noble house]] died fighting the [[Thule]] alongside [[Empress Britta]] during the fall of [[Skarsind]].

	Howling Despite of the Yawning Maw also sees some use when fighting supernatural threats. It can prevent a mob of husks from rising again when they are struck down, for example. While it is an expensive option, the curse the ritual unleashes can weaken a magician, magical healer, or creature with dangerous powers lurking within a group of other opponents - the ability to weaken everyone within range should not be overlooked. There are very few other ways for magicians to exert their power beyond the reach of their implement, after all.		Howling Despite of the Yawning Maw also sees some use when fighting supernatural threats. It can prevent a mob of husks from rising again when they are struck down, for example. While it is an expensive option, the curse the ritual unleashes can weaken a magician, magical healer, or creature with dangerous powers lurking within a group of other opponents - the ability to weaken everyone within range should not be overlooked. There are very few other ways for magicians to exert their power beyond the reach of their implement, after all.
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	When performing this ritual, the coven often invokes forces of despair, fear and hunger. Oppressive music or thundering rhythms that begin fast and become slower and slower, symbolic of the way power ebbs from those affected by this curse, are common; so are frenzied dances that reach a climax with the performers collapsing as if from exhaustion. The slow ringing of bells often accompanies this ritual.		When performing this ritual, the coven often invokes forces of despair, fear and hunger. Oppressive music or thundering rhythms that begin fast and become slower and slower, symbolic of the way power ebbs from those affected by this curse, are common; so are frenzied dances that reach a climax with the performers collapsing as if from exhaustion. The slow ringing of bells often accompanies this ritual.

	The target of the ritual is always a contributor, and the ritual should reflect that. Some ritualists, especially in Varushka use the target's implement as a focus, passing it from magician to magician, whispering curses and dire promises of doom to the tool before returning it to the ultimate target. Others might prepare an infusion of [[bladeroot]] which is drunk by the magicians, and causes them to experience momentary symptoms of nausea, weakness, and uncertainty.		The target of the ritual is always a contributor, and the ritual should reflect that. Some ritualists, especially in Varushka, use the target's implement as a focus, passing it from magician to magician, whispering curses and dire promises of doom to the tool before returning it to the ultimate target. Others might prepare an infusion of [[bladeroot]] which is drunk by the magicians, and causes them to experience momentary symptoms of nausea, weakness, and uncertainty.

	Other elements might include the runes [[Kyrop]] or [[Naeve]], or a [[dramaturgy\|dramaturgical]] scene in which [[the Captain]] succumbs to despair and frailty. For an [[astronomancy\|astronomancer]], the ritual has a clear correspondence with [[the Drowned Man]] constellation. Some [[Dawn\|Dawnish]] - and even a few [[Highguard\|Highborn]] magicians - consider evoking the spirit of the malign [[Legendary beasts#Sphinxes and Manticores\|manticore]].		Other elements might include the runes [[Kyrop]] or [[Naeve]], or a [[dramaturgy\|dramaturgical]] scene in which [[the Captain]] succumbs to despair and frailty. For an [[astronomancy\|astronomancer]], the ritual has a clear correspondence with [[the Drowned Man]] constellation. Some [[Dawn\|Dawnish]] - and even a few [[Highguard\|Highborn]] magicians - consider evoking the spirit of the malign [[Legendary beasts#Sphinxes and Manticores\|manticore]].

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	===Option===		===Option===
	{{Ritual Substitution~~\|[[Materials#Beggar's Lye~~\|beggar's lye]]\|measures}}		{{Ritual Substitution\|beggar's lye\|measures}}
	<!-- The ritualists may burn up to 20 measures of [[Materials#Beggar's Lye\|beggar's lye]] as part of the ritual. Every two measures used in this way reduces the magnitude of the ritual by 1. -->		<!-- The ritualists may burn up to 20 measures of [[Materials#Beggar's Lye\|beggar's lye]] as part of the ritual. Every two measures used in this way reduces the magnitude of the ritual by 1. -->
	{{Mass Ref-effect}}		{{Mass Ref-effect}}

Dre at 18:05, 29 December 2023

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	This enchantment allows the target to call [[Calls#Mass_Calls\|MASS]] [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|WEAKNESS]] once during the duration. The character must be able to cast spells to make this call - it explicitly will not work if they are wearing armour.		This enchantment allows the target to call [[Calls#Mass_Calls\|MASS]] [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|WEAKNESS]] once during the duration. The character must be able to cast spells to make this call - it explicitly will not work if they are wearing armour.

	While under the effect of the enchantment, the target experiences a [[roleplaying effect]]: the target finds themselves urged towards savagery. They feel an urge to mercilessly slaughter anyone who threatens them, their friends, or their family. They find it easy to suggest courses of actions that others might view as atrocious, if those actions would destroy or weaken their enemies. The longer the enchantment remains without being unleashed, the more bloodthirsty they become. When they do use the power granted by the ritual, they feel an almost irresistible urge to voice a savage howl, yell, or bellow. This effect is particularly pronounced among characters of the [[draughir]] [[lineage]], and has in the past prompted physical violence between high lineage winterborn and anyone they perceived as threatening "their" people.		While under the effect of the enchantment, the target experiences a [[roleplaying effect]]: the target finds themselves urged towards savagery. They feel an urge to mercilessly slaughter anyone who threatens them, their friends, or their family. They find it easy to suggest courses of actions that others might view as atrocious, if those actions would destroy or weaken their enemies. The longer the enchantment remains without being unleashed, the more bloodthirsty they become. When they do use the power granted by the ritual, they feel an almost irresistible urge to voice a savage howl, yell, or bellow. This effect is particularly pronounced among characters of the [[draughir]] [[lineage]], and has in the past prompted physical violence between high lineage [[Draughir\|winterborn]] and anyone they perceived as threatening "their" people.

	{{Day Duration}} The power of the ritual can be invoked only ''once'' during this time.		{{Day Duration}} The power of the ritual can be invoked only ''once'' during this time.
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	Howling Despite of the Yawning Maw also sees some use when fighting supernatural threats. It can prevent a mob of husks from rising again when they are struck down, for example. While it is an expensive option, the curse the ritual unleashes can weaken a magician, magical healer, or creature with dangerous powers lurking within a group of other opponents - the ability to weaken everyone within range should not be overlooked. There are very few other ways for magicians to exert their power beyond the reach of their implement, after all.		Howling Despite of the Yawning Maw also sees some use when fighting supernatural threats. It can prevent a mob of husks from rising again when they are struck down, for example. While it is an expensive option, the curse the ritual unleashes can weaken a magician, magical healer, or creature with dangerous powers lurking within a group of other opponents - the ability to weaken everyone within range should not be overlooked. There are very few other ways for magicians to exert their power beyond the reach of their implement, after all.

	When the power of this ritual is unleashed, the ritualist doing so often feels an overpowering urge to unleash a screaming howl. This has ~~lead~~ to some concern that the ritual in some way draws on the power of [[Agramant]], and calls for it to be subject to [[Declaration#Declaration_of_Interdiction\|interdiction]], given Agramant has the [[Amity_and_enmity#Enmity\|enmity]] of the [[Imperial Conclave\|Conclave]]. Extensive research by Torval of Highwatch was presented to the Conclave in Autumn 348YE that demonstrated that the ritual is ''not'' associated with Agramant directly, despite the boons that creature claimed to be able to offer to enhance its performance.		When the power of this ritual is unleashed, the ritualist doing so often feels an overpowering urge to unleash a screaming howl. This has led to some concern that the ritual in some way draws on the power of [[Agramant]], and calls for it to be subject to [[Declaration#Declaration_of_Interdiction\|interdiction]], given Agramant has the [[Amity_and_enmity#Enmity\|enmity]] of the [[Imperial Conclave\|Conclave]]. Extensive research by Torval of Highwatch was presented to the Conclave in Autumn 348YE that demonstrated that the ritual is ''not'' associated with Agramant directly, despite the boons that creature claimed to be able to offer to enhance its performance.

	In [[the Marches]] this ritual is sometimes called ''Topple the Lofty Pedestals'', while in [[The Brass Coast]] it is referred to as ''Calling the Black Wind''.		In [[the Marches]] this ritual is sometimes called ''Topple the Lofty Pedestals'', while in [[The Brass Coast]] it is referred to as ''Calling the Black Wind''.

Dre at 23:07, 3 August 2023

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	==Common Elements==		==Common Elements==
	When performing this ritual, the coven often invokes forces of despair, fear and hunger. Oppressive music or thundering rhythms that begin fast and become slower and slower, symbolic of the way power ebbs from those ~~effected~~ by this curse, are common; so are frenzied dances that reach a climax with the performers collapsing as if from exhaustion. The slow ringing of bells often accompanies this ritual.		When performing this ritual, the coven often invokes forces of despair, fear and hunger. Oppressive music or thundering rhythms that begin fast and become slower and slower, symbolic of the way power ebbs from those affected by this curse, are common; so are frenzied dances that reach a climax with the performers collapsing as if from exhaustion. The slow ringing of bells often accompanies this ritual.

	The target of the ritual is always a contributor, and the ritual should reflect that. Some ritualists, especially in Varushka use the target's implement as a focus, passing it from magician to magician, whispering curses and dire promises of doom to the tool before returning it to the ultimate target. Others might prepare an infusion of [[bladeroot]] which is drunk by the magicians, and causes them to experience momentary symptoms of nausea, weakness, and uncertainty.		The target of the ritual is always a contributor, and the ritual should reflect that. Some ritualists, especially in Varushka use the target's implement as a focus, passing it from magician to magician, whispering curses and dire promises of doom to the tool before returning it to the ultimate target. Others might prepare an infusion of [[bladeroot]] which is drunk by the magicians, and causes them to experience momentary symptoms of nausea, weakness, and uncertainty.

RichardRaynor at 15:56, 16 February 2022

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	This enchantment allows the target to call [[Calls#Mass_Calls\|MASS]] [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|WEAKNESS]] once during the duration. The character must be able to cast spells to make this call - it explicitly will not work if they are wearing armour.		This enchantment allows the target to call [[Calls#Mass_Calls\|MASS]] [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|WEAKNESS]] once during the duration. The character must be able to cast spells to make this call - it explicitly will not work if they are wearing armour.

	While under the effect of the enchantment, the target experiences a ~~role-playing~~ effect: the target finds themselves urged towards savagery. They feel an urge to mercilessly slaughter anyone who threatens them, their friends, or their family. They find it easy to suggest courses of actions that others might view as atrocious, if those actions would destroy or weaken their enemies. The longer the enchantment remains without being unleashed, the more bloodthirsty they become. When they do use the power granted by the ritual, they feel an almost irresistible urge to voice a savage howl, yell, or bellow. This effect is particularly pronounced among characters of the [[draughir]] [[lineage]], and has in the past prompted physical violence between high lineage winterborn and anyone they perceived as threatening "their" people.		While under the effect of the enchantment, the target experiences a [[roleplaying effect]]: the target finds themselves urged towards savagery. They feel an urge to mercilessly slaughter anyone who threatens them, their friends, or their family. They find it easy to suggest courses of actions that others might view as atrocious, if those actions would destroy or weaken their enemies. The longer the enchantment remains without being unleashed, the more bloodthirsty they become. When they do use the power granted by the ritual, they feel an almost irresistible urge to voice a savage howl, yell, or bellow. This effect is particularly pronounced among characters of the [[draughir]] [[lineage]], and has in the past prompted physical violence between high lineage winterborn and anyone they perceived as threatening "their" people.

	{{Day Duration}} The power of the ritual can be invoked only ''once'' during this time.		{{Day Duration}} The power of the ritual can be invoked only ''once'' during this time.

Rafferty at 15:43, 13 January 2022

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	Howling Despite of the Yawning Maw also sees some use when fighting supernatural threats. It can prevent a mob of husks from rising again when they are struck down, for example. While it is an expensive option, the curse the ritual unleashes can weaken a magician, magical healer, or creature with dangerous powers lurking within a group of other opponents - the ability to weaken everyone within range should not be overlooked. There are very few other ways for magicians to exert their power beyond the reach of their implement, after all.		Howling Despite of the Yawning Maw also sees some use when fighting supernatural threats. It can prevent a mob of husks from rising again when they are struck down, for example. While it is an expensive option, the curse the ritual unleashes can weaken a magician, magical healer, or creature with dangerous powers lurking within a group of other opponents - the ability to weaken everyone within range should not be overlooked. There are very few other ways for magicians to exert their power beyond the reach of their implement, after all.

	When the power of this ritual is unleashed, the ritualist doing so often feels an overpowering urge to unleash a screaming howl. This has lead to some concern that the ritual in some way draws on the power of ~~the~~ [[~~Wendigo~~]], and calls for it to be subject to [[Declaration#Declaration_of_Interdiction\|interdiction]], given ~~Wendigo~~ has the [[Amity_and_enmity#Enmity\|enmity]] of the [[Imperial Conclave\|Conclave]]. Extensive research by Torval of Highwatch was presented to the Conclave in Autumn 348YE that demonstrated that the ritual is ''not'' associated with ~~Wendigo~~ directly, despite the boons that creature claimed to be able to offer to enhance its performance.		When the power of this ritual is unleashed, the ritualist doing so often feels an overpowering urge to unleash a screaming howl. This has lead to some concern that the ritual in some way draws on the power of [[Agramant]], and calls for it to be subject to [[Declaration#Declaration_of_Interdiction\|interdiction]], given Agramant has the [[Amity_and_enmity#Enmity\|enmity]] of the [[Imperial Conclave\|Conclave]]. Extensive research by Torval of Highwatch was presented to the Conclave in Autumn 348YE that demonstrated that the ritual is ''not'' associated with Agramant directly, despite the boons that creature claimed to be able to offer to enhance its performance.

	In [[the Marches]] this ritual is sometimes called ''Topple the Lofty Pedestals'', while in [[The Brass Coast]] it is referred to as ''Calling the Black Wind''.		In [[the Marches]] this ritual is sometimes called ''Topple the Lofty Pedestals'', while in [[The Brass Coast]] it is referred to as ''Calling the Black Wind''.

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Description

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	This battlefield ritual allows a powerful magical attack to be unleashed against a group of enemies, weakening them and leaving them incapable of casting spells, using enchanted items or performing [[Heroic skills#Hero points\|heroic deeds]].		This battlefield ritual allows a powerful magical attack to be unleashed against a group of enemies, weakening them and leaving them incapable of casting spells, using enchanted items or performing [[Heroic skills#Hero points\|heroic deeds]].

	For many Winter ritualists, the ''Howling Despite of the Yawning Maw'' is superior to both the [[weakness]] spell and rituals such as [[Hungry Grasp of Despair]] because it spreads the curse of weakness among many enemies at the same time. Used wisely, this ritual can neutralise an elite band (such as an orc chieftain and ~~his~~ bodyguards), or cut-off an entire enemy coven from their magic. It is at its most useful when combined with a keen awareness of enemy capabilities.		For many Winter ritualists, the ''Howling Despite of the Yawning Maw'' is superior to both the [[weakness]] spell and rituals such as [[Hungry Grasp of Despair]] because it spreads the curse of weakness among many enemies at the same time. Used wisely, this ritual can neutralise an elite band (such as an orc chieftain and their bodyguards), or cut-off an entire enemy coven from their magic. It is at its most useful when combined with a keen awareness of enemy capabilities.

	The late [[Earl#Enchanters\|enchanter]] Bauris d'Werwell made good use of the ritual when facing the [[Jotun]] on the western front. His knights would identify and taunt groups of barbarian [[Jotun#Warriors of the Jotun\|Ulvenwar]], luring them into a charge against their apparently exposed position. At the last moment, the Earl would unleash the power of this ritual, depriving them on their strength and making it impossible for them to [[Calls#SHATTER\|smash through]] the Dawnish defences. The startled orcs could then be quickly slaughtered. Eventually, the Jotun refused to charge any group they saw in the black-and-silver cockatrice heraldry of House d'Werwell at all - which the canny strategists of the house quickly found new ways to exploit. Sadly the majority of the [[noble house]] died fighting the [[Thule]] alongside [[Empress Britta]] during the fall of [[Skarsind]].		The late [[Earl#Enchanters\|enchanter]] Bauris d'Werwell made good use of the ritual when facing the [[Jotun]] on the western front. His knights would identify and taunt groups of barbarian [[Jotun#Warriors of the Jotun\|Ulvenwar]], luring them into a charge against their apparently exposed position. At the last moment, the Earl would unleash the power of this ritual, depriving them on their strength and making it impossible for them to [[Calls#SHATTER\|smash through]] the Dawnish defences. The startled orcs could then be quickly slaughtered. Eventually, the Jotun refused to charge any group they saw in the black-and-silver cockatrice heraldry of House d'Werwell at all - which the canny strategists of the house quickly found new ways to exploit. Sadly the majority of the [[noble house]] died fighting the [[Thule]] alongside [[Empress Britta]] during the fall of [[Skarsind]].