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Additional Targets

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	===Additional Targets===		===Additional Targets===
	This ritual can affect additional military ~~unites~~ controlled by members of the same [[Groups#Banners\|banner]]. Each additional military unit increases the magnitude by 4. The character who controls each unit must be present throughout the ritual.		This ritual can affect additional military units controlled by members of the same [[Groups#Banners\|banner]]. Each additional military unit increases the magnitude by 4. The character who controls each unit must be present throughout the ritual.

	==Description==		==Description==

Hailmur at 14:26, 24 March 2025

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	[[Category:Rituals]]		[[Category:Rituals]]
	[[Category:Warfare]]		[[Category:Warfare]]
	~~[[Category:Review]]~~

Hailmur: /* Effects */

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Effects

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	{{Military Unit Strength\|40\|2}}		{{Military Unit Strength\|40\|2}}

	The character who controls the military unit experiences a short-lived [[roleplaying effect]]: ~~they~~ are filled with the urge to hatch clever schemes, especially those that misdirect or mislead ~~their~~ enemies or show ~~their~~ cunning. ~~The effects last at least two minutes, and may last longer~~		The character who controls the military unit experiences a short-lived [[roleplaying effect]]: ''You are filled with the urge to hatch clever schemes, especially those that misdirect or mislead your enemies or show your cunning.''

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

Hailmur at 13:11, 17 March 2025

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	==Rules==		==Rules==
	{{Season\|Night\|10}}		{{Season\|Night\|6}}
	===Performing the Ritual===		===Performing the Ritual===
	{{Casting time\|2}} {{Target Resource\|[[military unit]]}} must be present throughout.		{{Casting time\|2}} {{Target Resource\|[[military unit]]}} must be present throughout.
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	===Additional Targets===		===Additional Targets===
	This ritual can affect additional military unites controlled by members of the same [[Groups#Banners\|banner]]. Each additional military unit increases the magnitude by 6. The character who controls each unit must be present throughout the ritual.		This ritual can affect additional military unites controlled by members of the same [[Groups#Banners\|banner]]. Each additional military unit increases the magnitude by 4. The character who controls each unit must be present throughout the ritual.

	==Description==		==Description==

Rafferty at 10:51, 14 March 2025

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	===Effects===		===Effects===
	The target military unit gains a bonus to ~~both~~ its effectiveness when it [[Military_unit#~~Support_Army~~\|~~supports a campaign army~~]] ~~or engages in an [[Military unit#Take_Independent_Action\|independent~~ action]].		The target military unit gains a bonus to its effectiveness when it takes [[Military_unit#Raiding\|raiding]] action.
	{{Military Unit Strength\|40\|2}}		{{Military Unit Strength\|40\|2}}

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	==Description==		==Description==
			This [[enchantment]] draws on the resonance of [[Night_magic#Obfuscation\|obfuscation and concealment]] to wrap a [[military unit\|warband]] in a shroud of concealment. Usually this veil takes the form of a natural phenomenon such as mist or rain, but when such a force is active, synchronicity conspires to help them remain undetected until the last moment. Stray winds or sudden spills extinguish lanterns or lamps; odd noises distract sentries or patrols; a guard might sneeze at just the right moment to cover a careless footfall. It may also occasionally be more overtly supernatural; a warrior might manage to hide behind a birch sapling for a few vital moments; a trained scout might mistake heavy boot-prints for deer tracks; a bobbing witch-light might lead a military unit into an advantageous position from which to launch an ambush.

	This ritual lacks the brute force power of [[Raise the Standard of War]], but what it lacks in might it makes up for in versatility; it is also easier to cast on a number of targets at once. The [[enchantment\|enchanted]] military force is shrouded in a veil of concealment. Usually this veil takes the form of a natural phenomenon such as mist or rain, but when such a force is active synchronicity conspires to help them remain undetected until the last moment. Stray winds or sudden spills extinguish lanterns or lamps; odd noises distract sentries or patrols; a guard might sneeze at just the right moment to cover a careless footfall. It may also occasionally be more overtly supernatural; a warrior might manage to hide behind a birch sapling for a few vital moments; a trained scout might mistake heavy boot-prints for deer tracks; a bobbing witch-light might lead a military unit into an advantageous position from which to launch an ambush.		During a raid, warriors under this [[enchantment]] are empowered to reach their target without being seen able, and attack from ambush, giving them a valuable advantage. Over the duration of a battle or extensive scouting, the protection of the ''shroud of mist and shadow'' tends to even out, but in swift engagements it can give a decisive advantage.

	~~On the battlefield~~, warriors under this [[enchantment]] are ~~often~~ able to attack from ambush, giving them a ~~momentary~~ advantage. Over the duration of ~~an entire~~ battle the protection of the ''shroud of mist and shadow'' tends to even out, but in swift engagements it can give a decisive advantage. When a military unit partakes of paid work, the shroud helps them remain unobtrusive until they need to act, making it especially popular with business owners looking to hire some additional security. It also has obvious effectiveness when a unit raids a bandit encampment, or strikes out into dangerous territory in search of adventure and riches.

	==Common Elements==		==Common Elements==
	This ritual enhances a small military force, using a connection to its leader to spread magic through the entire unit. It is common to include a banner, standard or even occasionally a musical instrument that will be used by the target force as a focus for the ritual. On occasion the banner is shrouded in white or black cloth to hide the insignia, and any heraldic devices or livery on shields or surcoats are likewise concealed when the ritual is performed.		This ritual enhances a small military force, using a connection to its leader to spread magic through the entire unit. It is common to include a banner, standard or even occasionally a musical instrument that will be used by the target force as a focus for the ritual. On occasion the banner is shrouded in white or black cloth to hide the insignia, and any heraldic devices or livery on shields or surcoats are likewise concealed when the ritual is performed.

	Other common elements include the invocation of [[paragons and exemplars]] of [[Vigilance]] and [[Wisdom]], or of folk heroes known for their cleverness, cunning or subtlety. Other elements include [[Dawn hearth magic#Girding\|girding]] a military leader in robes, cowl, veils or masks; the quiet sound of disturbing music, dim lanterns moved in seemingly random patterns; the burning of incense to create clouds of smoke that represent mist, and the presence of blindfolded warriors as 'witnesses'.		Other common elements include the invocation of [[paragons and exemplars]] of [[Vigilance]] and [[Wisdom]], the eternal [[Janon]] or sometimes the [[Whisper Gallery]], and the names of folk heroes known for their cleverness, cunning or subtlety. Other elements include [[Dawn hearth magic#Girding\|girding]] a military leader in robes, cowl, veils or masks; the quiet sound of disturbing music, dim lanterns moved in seemingly random patterns; the burning of incense to create clouds of smoke that represent mist, and the presence of blindfolded warriors as 'witnesses'.

	The Rune of Mystery, [[Wyr]], is often included.		The Rune of Mystery, [[Wyr]], is often included.

Hailmur: /* Effects */

2019-08-02T10:35:30Z

Effects

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	===Effects===		===Effects===
	The target military unit gains a bonus to both its effectiveness when it [[Military_unit#~~Supporting_an_Army~~\|supports a campaign army]] or engages in [[Military unit#Take_Independent_Action\|~~paid work~~]].		The target military unit gains a bonus to both its effectiveness when it [[Military_unit#Support_Army\|supports a campaign army]] or engages in an [[Military unit#Take_Independent_Action\|independent action]].
	{{Military Unit Strength\|40\|2}}		{{Military Unit Strength\|40\|2}}

Hastur: /* Effects */

2019-06-10T11:14:17Z

Effects

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	===Effects===		===Effects===
	The target military unit gains a bonus to both its effectiveness when it [[Military_unit#Supporting_an_Army\|supports a campaign army]] or engages in [[Military unit#~~Paid Work~~\|paid work]].		The target military unit gains a bonus to both its effectiveness when it [[Military_unit#Supporting_an_Army\|supports a campaign army]] or engages in [[Military unit#Take_Independent_Action\|paid work]].
	{{Military Unit Strength\|40\|2}}		{{Military Unit Strength\|40\|2}}

Beeswax at 22:58, 2 May 2017

2017-05-02T22:58:09Z

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	This ritual lacks the brute force power of [[Raise the Standard of War]], but what it lacks in might it makes up for in versatility; it is also easier to cast on a number of targets at once. The [[enchantment\|enchanted]] military force is shrouded in a veil of concealment. Usually this veil takes the form of a natural phenomenon such as mist or rain, but when such a force is active synchronicity conspires to help them remain undetected until the last moment. Stray winds or sudden spills extinguish lanterns or lamps; odd noises distract sentries or patrols; a guard might sneeze at just the right moment to cover a careless footfall. It may also occasionally be more overtly supernatural; a warrior might manage to hide behind a birch sapling for a few vital moments; a trained scout might mistake heavy boot-prints for deer tracks; a bobbing witch-light might lead a military unit into an advantageous position from which to launch an ambush.		This ritual lacks the brute force power of [[Raise the Standard of War]], but what it lacks in might it makes up for in versatility; it is also easier to cast on a number of targets at once. The [[enchantment\|enchanted]] military force is shrouded in a veil of concealment. Usually this veil takes the form of a natural phenomenon such as mist or rain, but when such a force is active synchronicity conspires to help them remain undetected until the last moment. Stray winds or sudden spills extinguish lanterns or lamps; odd noises distract sentries or patrols; a guard might sneeze at just the right moment to cover a careless footfall. It may also occasionally be more overtly supernatural; a warrior might manage to hide behind a birch sapling for a few vital moments; a trained scout might mistake heavy boot-prints for deer tracks; a bobbing witch-light might lead a military unit into an advantageous position from which to launch an ambush.

	On the battlefield, warriors under this [[enchantment]] are often able to attack from ambush, giving them a momentary advantage. Over the duration of an entire battle the protection of the ''shroud of mist and shadow'' tends to even out, but in swift engagements it can give a decisive advantage. When a military unit partakes of paid work, the shroud helps them remain unobtrusive until they need to act, making it especially popular with ~~buisness~~ owners looking to hire some additional security. It also has obvious effectiveness when a unit raids a bandit encampment, or strikes out into dangerous territory in search of adventure and riches.		On the battlefield, warriors under this [[enchantment]] are often able to attack from ambush, giving them a momentary advantage. Over the duration of an entire battle the protection of the ''shroud of mist and shadow'' tends to even out, but in swift engagements it can give a decisive advantage. When a military unit partakes of paid work, the shroud helps them remain unobtrusive until they need to act, making it especially popular with business owners looking to hire some additional security. It also has obvious effectiveness when a unit raids a bandit encampment, or strikes out into dangerous territory in search of adventure and riches.

	==Common Elements==		==Common Elements==
	This ritual enhances a small military force, using a connection to its leader to spread magic through the entire unit. It is common to include a banner, standard or even occasionally a musical instrument that will be used by the target force as a focus for the ritual. On occasion the banner is shrouded in white or black cloth to hide the insignia, and any heraldic devices or livery on shields or ~~surotes~~ are likewise concealed when the ritual is performed.		This ritual enhances a small military force, using a connection to its leader to spread magic through the entire unit. It is common to include a banner, standard or even occasionally a musical instrument that will be used by the target force as a focus for the ritual. On occasion the banner is shrouded in white or black cloth to hide the insignia, and any heraldic devices or livery on shields or surcoats are likewise concealed when the ritual is performed.

	Other common elements include the invocation of [[~~Paragons~~ and ~~Exemplars~~]] of [[Vigilance]] and [[Wisdom]], or of folk heroes known for their cleverness, cunning or subtlety. Other elements include [[Dawn hearth magic#Girding\|girding]] a military leader in robes, cowl, veils or masks; the quiet sound of disturbing music, dim lanterns moved in seemingly random patterns; the burning of incense to create clouds of smoke that represent mist,and the presence of blindfolded warriors as 'witnesses'.		Other common elements include the invocation of [[paragons and exemplars]] of [[Vigilance]] and [[Wisdom]], or of folk heroes known for their cleverness, cunning or subtlety. Other elements include [[Dawn hearth magic#Girding\|girding]] a military leader in robes, cowl, veils or masks; the quiet sound of disturbing music, dim lanterns moved in seemingly random patterns; the burning of incense to create clouds of smoke that represent mist, and the presence of blindfolded warriors as 'witnesses'.

	The ~~rune~~ of ~~mystery~~, [[Wyr]], is often included.		The Rune of Mystery, [[Wyr]], is often included.

	[[Category:Resource]]		[[Category:Resource]]

Rafferty at 19:26, 27 April 2016

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	==Rules==		==Rules==
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Rafferty: /* Effects */

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Effects

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	===Effects===		===Effects===
	The target military unit gains a bonus to both its effectiveness when it [[Military_unit#Supporting_an_Army\|supports a campaign army]] ~~or [[spy network]], [[Military_unit#Defending_a_Fortification\|defends a fortification]],~~ or engages in [[Military unit#Paid Work\|paid work]].		The target military unit gains a bonus to both its effectiveness when it [[Military_unit#Supporting_an_Army\|supports a campaign army]] or engages in [[Military unit#Paid Work\|paid work]].
	{{Military Unit Strength\|40\|2}}		{{Military Unit Strength\|40\|2}}