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	These preparations originate with the [[Druj]] [[orc\|orcs]] (or perhaps with the [[Great Forest Orcs\|orcs of the Great Forest]] depending on who one asks). Along with the [[Double-sided Blade]] and [[The Last Resort]], these recipes were originally captured from the Druj during the liberation of [[Reikos]], when the herbal text of the [[Druj_lore#Buruk_Tepel\|Buruk Tepel]] of the Stone Toad clan fell into Imperial hands. Originally hidden behind a complex cipher, the book was eventually decoded by Imperial scholars and the recipes within revealed.		These preparations originate with the [[Druj]] [[orc\|orcs]] (or perhaps with the [[Great Forest Orcs\|orcs of the Great Forest]] depending on who one asks). Along with the [[Double-sided Blade]] and [[The Last Resort]], these recipes were originally captured from the Druj during the liberation of [[Reikos]], when the herbal text of the [[Druj_lore#Buruk_Tepel\|Buruk Tepel]] of the Stone Toad clan fell into Imperial hands. Originally hidden behind a complex cipher, the book was eventually decoded by Imperial scholars and the recipes within revealed.

	In Autumn 382YE, the recipes that comprise the Unshackled Gift were [[Distribute_potion_recipes\|distributed]] to Imperial apothecaries by order of the [[~~Imperial~~ Senate]]. along with several other new potion recipes. Known as the ''Bonds of the Bridge'' among the Druj, the potions were also apparently part of the herbal lore of the Great Forest orcs - who know them as the ''Dance of the Leaves'', and shared the recipes with the [[Highguard\|Highborn]] and [[Navarr]] as thanks for their assistance establishing themselves in [[Therunin]].		In Autumn 382YE, the recipes that comprise the Unshackled Gift were [[Distribute_potion_recipes\|distributed]] to Imperial apothecaries by order of the [[Senate]]. along with several other new potion recipes. Known as the ''Bonds of the Bridge'' among the Druj, the potions were also apparently part of the herbal lore of the Great Forest orcs - who know them as the ''Dance of the Leaves'', and shared the recipes with the [[Highguard\|Highborn]] and [[Navarr]] as thanks for their assistance establishing themselves in [[Therunin]].

	Each of these infusions is unique among potions known to Imperial [[Surgical skills#Apothecary\|apothecaries]] in that they are effective only when consumed by [[orc\|orcs]]. Humans who try to use one of these preparations merely become ill - potentially life-threateningly so. The Druj claim that they serve to help the orc who uses them to make a closer connection with their [[Imperial_Orcs_religious_beliefs#Ancestral_Voices\|ancestors]], and by engaging in a subconscious communion with these spirits the living orc gains great physical or spiritual strength. The potions have not been in use long enough for proper experimentation to have taken place, but it seems at least circumstantially that the four potions do indeed heighten awareness of the ancestral voices that all orcs hear.		Each of these infusions is unique among potions known to Imperial [[Surgical skills#Apothecary\|apothecaries]] in that they are effective only when consumed by [[orc\|orcs]]. Humans who try to use one of these preparations merely become ill - potentially life-threateningly so. The Druj claim that they serve to help the orc who uses them to make a closer connection with their [[Imperial_Orcs_religious_beliefs#Ancestral_Voices\|ancestors]], and by engaging in a subconscious communion with these spirits the living orc gains great physical or spiritual strength. The potions have not been in use long enough for proper experimentation to have taken place, but it seems at least circumstantially that the four potions do indeed heighten awareness of the ancestral voices that all orcs hear.

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	The ancestors drawn to those who inhale the guided hand are warrior-ancestors. They literally guide the hand of the user, allowing them to wield the weapons of war with great potence. It is most value to one who already has the fire within that lets the ancestors speak to them, but with the aid of this potion they may strike a foe down, maim them with a single strike, or smash their shield or their weapon through the exultant strength of the spirit of the people.</quote></div>		The ancestors drawn to those who inhale the guided hand are warrior-ancestors. They literally guide the hand of the user, allowing them to wield the weapons of war with great potence. It is most value to one who already has the fire within that lets the ancestors speak to them, but with the aid of this potion they may strike a foe down, maim them with a single strike, or smash their shield or their weapon through the exultant strength of the spirit of the people.</quote></div>
	==~~Ancestor’s~~ Word==		==Ancestor's Word==
	Known as ''Butcher's Gate'' by the Druj, and as ''Budding Leaf'' among the Great Forest orcs, this preparation takes the form of a granular red powder. As an infusion, it is a volatile substance that reacts to heat, intended to be burnt or boiled and the steam or smoke produced inhaled. A human who inhales the residue of Ancestor's Word becomes ill - suffering symptoms of dizziness and a painful burning sensation that emanates from the lungs and nose throughout the body, weakening their blood and leaving them at risk of death if they suffer any injury.		Known as ''Butcher's Gate'' by the Druj, and as ''Budding Leaf'' among the Great Forest orcs, this preparation takes the form of a granular red powder. As an infusion, it is a volatile substance that reacts to heat, intended to be burnt or boiled and the steam or smoke produced inhaled. A human who inhales the residue of Ancestor's Word becomes ill - suffering symptoms of dizziness and a painful burning sensation that emanates from the lungs and nose throughout the body, weakening their blood and leaving them at risk of death if they suffer any injury.

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	* '''Recipe:''' Two drams of [[Imperial Roseweald\|Imperial roseweald]], one dram of [[True Vervain\|true vervain]].		* '''Recipe:''' Two drams of [[Imperial Roseweald\|Imperial roseweald]], one dram of [[True Vervain\|true vervain]].

	==~~Legionnaire’s~~ Will==		==Legionnaire's Will==
	This infusion is known as ''Tukai's Haven'' by the Druj, apparently named after one of their revered ancestors. The Great Forest orcs know it as ''Summer Bloom'', but the Imperial orcs have dubbed it ''Legionnaire's Will''. A crumbling violet powder with a strong scent, the infusion is burned or boiled in water and the smoke or steam inhaled. A human who does so will immediately realise their mistake - they suffer an overwhelming rush of fear and confusion and are left fragile and at serious risk of death should they suffer any injuries.		This infusion is known as ''Tukai's Haven'' by the Druj, apparently named after one of their revered ancestors. The Great Forest orcs know it as ''Summer Bloom'', but the Imperial orcs have dubbed it ''Legionnaire's Will''. A crumbling violet powder with a strong scent, the infusion is burned or boiled in water and the smoke or steam inhaled. A human who does so will immediately realise their mistake - they suffer an overwhelming rush of fear and confusion and are left fragile and at serious risk of death should they suffer any injuries.

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	In Autumn 382YE, the recipes that comprise the Unshackled Gift were [[Distribute_potion_recipes\|distributed]] to Imperial apothecaries by order of the [[Imperial Senate]]. along with several other new potion recipes. Known as the ''Bonds of the Bridge'' among the Druj, the potions were also apparently part of the herbal lore of the Great Forest orcs - who know them as the ''Dance of the Leaves'', and shared the recipes with the [[Highguard\|Highborn]] and [[Navarr]] as thanks for their assistance establishing themselves in [[Therunin]].		In Autumn 382YE, the recipes that comprise the Unshackled Gift were [[Distribute_potion_recipes\|distributed]] to Imperial apothecaries by order of the [[Imperial Senate]]. along with several other new potion recipes. Known as the ''Bonds of the Bridge'' among the Druj, the potions were also apparently part of the herbal lore of the Great Forest orcs - who know them as the ''Dance of the Leaves'', and shared the recipes with the [[Highguard\|Highborn]] and [[Navarr]] as thanks for their assistance establishing themselves in [[Therunin]].

	Each of these infusions is unique among potions known to Imperial [[Surgical skills#Apothecary\|apothecaries]] in that they are effective only when consumed by [[orc\|orcs]]. Humans who try to use one of these preparations merely become ill - potentially life-threateningly so. The Druj claim that they serve to help the orc who uses them to make a closer connection with their [[Imperial_Orcs_religious_beliefs#~~Imperial_Orc_ancestors~~\|ancestors]], and by engaging in a subconscious communion with these spirits the living orc gains great physical or spiritual strength. The potions have not been in use long enough for proper experimentation to have taken place, but it seems at least circumstantially that the four potions do indeed heighten awareness of the ancestral voices that all orcs hear.		Each of these infusions is unique among potions known to Imperial [[Surgical skills#Apothecary\|apothecaries]] in that they are effective only when consumed by [[orc\|orcs]]. Humans who try to use one of these preparations merely become ill - potentially life-threateningly so. The Druj claim that they serve to help the orc who uses them to make a closer connection with their [[Imperial_Orcs_religious_beliefs#Ancestral_Voices\|ancestors]], and by engaging in a subconscious communion with these spirits the living orc gains great physical or spiritual strength. The potions have not been in use long enough for proper experimentation to have taken place, but it seems at least circumstantially that the four potions do indeed heighten awareness of the ancestral voices that all orcs hear.

	<quote by="Stone Toad herbal excerpt">These are some of the most powerful preparations of the Buruk Tepel. They are closely part of the Arts of the Abyss, but we count them among the Arts of War because they are primarily of use to those who fight for the people.		<quote by="Stone Toad herbal excerpt">These are some of the most powerful preparations of the Buruk Tepel. They are closely part of the Arts of the Abyss, but we count them among the Arts of War because they are primarily of use to those who fight for the people.

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	The nature of these potions - barely understood by Imperial apothecaries - means that the usual hierarchy of Imperial Orc ancestors may be significantly altered. While an Imperial Orc who uses ''Indomitable Might'' could hear the voice of an enslaved ancestor urging them to flee, they are just as likely to hear the voice of a first- or second-generation Imperial Orc or a pre-slavery Jotun, Thule, Druj, or Grendel. As always, the exact voices heard are determined by the roleplaying of the individual orc.</box>		The nature of these potions - barely understood by Imperial apothecaries - means that the usual hierarchy of Imperial Orc ancestors may be significantly altered. While an Imperial Orc who uses ''Indomitable Might'' could hear the voice of an enslaved ancestor urging them to flee, they are just as likely to hear the voice of a first- or second-generation Imperial Orc or a pre-slavery Jotun, Thule, Druj, or Grendel. As always, the exact voices heard are determined by the roleplaying of the individual orc.</box>
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	* '''Form:''' Infusion.		* '''Form:''' Infusion.
	* '''Description:''' This greasy dark brown resin is difficult to break apart, and smells of cooked meat.		* '''Description:''' This greasy dark brown resin is difficult to break apart, and smells of cooked meat.
	* '''Roleplaying Effects:'''If you are human you feel a sudden vertigo and lose your balance. If you are an orc, you are filled with the certainty that you are not alone. You are strongly aware of the voice of an ancestor, urging you to survive no matter the cost.		* '''Roleplaying Effects:''' If you are human you feel a sudden vertigo and lose your balance. If you are an orc, you are filled with the certainty that you are not alone. You are strongly aware of the voice of an ancestor, urging you to survive no matter the cost.
	* '''Mechanical Effects:''' If you are an orc, you gain the ability to use the [[Heroic skills#Unstoppable\|Unstoppable]] skill as if you know it. The effects last until the end of the next skirmish, battle, or quest. This is a [[Potion#Tonics\|tonic]]; the effect of any other tonic you have drunk immediately ends~~. If you are a human, you become subject to [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|WEAKNESS]] and the potion has no other effect~~.		* '''Mechanical Effects:''' If you are a human, you become subject to [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|WEAKNESS]] and the potion has no other effect. If you are an orc, you gain the ability to use the [[Heroic skills#Unstoppable\|Unstoppable]] skill as if you know it. The effects last until the end of the next skirmish, battle, or quest. This is a [[Potion#Tonics\|tonic]]; the effect of any other tonic you have drunk immediately ends.
	* '''Recipe:''' Two drams each of [[Marrowort]] and [[True Vervain]], and one dram of [[Imperial Roseweald]].		* '''Recipe:''' Two drams each of [[Marrowort]] and [[True Vervain]], and one dram of [[Imperial Roseweald]].
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Noble Skar.jpg\|caption=General Skar of the Summer Storm.\|align=right\|width=300}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Noble Skar.jpg\|caption=General Skar of the Summer Storm.\|align=right\|width=300}}
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	* '''Form:''' Infusion.		* '''Form:''' Infusion.
	* '''Description:''' This thick green resin crumbles easily between finger and thumb. It is marked with golden speckles, and smells of spilled blood.		* '''Description:''' This thick green resin crumbles easily between finger and thumb. It is marked with golden speckles, and smells of spilled blood.
	* '''Roleplaying Effects:''' If you are human you feel a sudden crippling fear and confusion. If you are an orc, you feel a sense of your own power surge through you. You are strongly aware of the voices of your ancestors, urging you to take the lead.		* '''Roleplaying Effects:''' If you are human you feel a sudden crippling fear and confusion. If you are an orc, you feel a sense of your own power surge through you. You are strongly aware of the voices of your ancestors, urging you to take the lead.
	* '''Mechanical Effects:''' If you are a human, you become subject to [[Calls#VENOM\|VENOM]] and the potion has no other effect. If you are an [[orc]], you gain the ability to use the [[Heroic skills#Cleaving Strike\|Cleaving Strike]], [[Heroic skills#Mighty Strikedown\|Mighty Strikedown]], and [[Heroic skills#Mortal Blow\|Mortal Blow]] skills as if you know them. The effects last until the end of the next skirmish, battle, or quest. This is a [[Potion#Tonics\|tonic]]; the effect of any other tonic you have drunk immediately ends.		* '''Mechanical Effects:''' If you are a human, you become subject to [[Calls#VENOM\|VENOM]] and the potion has no other effect. If you are an [[orc]], you gain the ability to use the [[Heroic skills#Cleaving Strike\|Cleaving Strike]], [[Heroic skills#Mighty Strikedown\|Mighty Strikedown]], and [[Heroic skills#Mortal Blow\|Mortal Blow]] skills as if you know them. The effects last until the end of the next skirmish, battle, or quest. This is a [[Potion#Tonics\|tonic]]; the effect of any other tonic you have drunk immediately ends.
	* '''Recipe:''' Three drams of [[Imperial Roseweald]], two drams each of [[True Vervain]] and [[Marrowort]], and one dram each of [[Cerulean Mazzarine]] and [[Bladeroot]].		* '''Recipe:''' Three drams of [[Imperial Roseweald]], two drams each of [[True Vervain]] and [[Marrowort]], and one dram each of [[Cerulean Mazzarine]] and [[Bladeroot]].

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	<box>'''Hearing ancestors'''<br>Each of these four infusions makes an orc who inhales it significantly more likely to hear the voices of their ancestors, and causes certain "flavours" of ancestor to be heard more clearly than others. This effect is likely to be particularly pronounced for characters who are [[Shamans]], for obvious reasons. As always, it is up to the individual how they respond to the roleplaying effect, bearing in mind the guidelines as to the nature of [[Imperial_Orcs_religious_beliefs#Imperial_Orc_ancestors\|Imperial Orc ancestors]].		<box>'''Hearing ancestors'''<br>Each of these four infusions makes an orc who inhales it significantly more likely to hear the voices of their ancestors, and causes certain "flavours" of ancestor to be heard more clearly than others. This effect is likely to be particularly pronounced for characters who are [[Shamans]], for obvious reasons. As always, it is up to the individual how they respond to the roleplaying effect, bearing in mind the guidelines as to the nature of [[Imperial_Orcs_religious_beliefs#Imperial_Orc_ancestors\|Imperial Orc ancestors]].

	The nature of these potions - barely understood by Imperial apothecaries - means that the usual hierarchy of Imperial Orc ancestors may be significantly altered. While an Imperial Orc who uses ''Indomitable ~~Will~~'' ~~might~~ hear the voice of an enslaved ancestor urging them to flee, they are just as likely to hear the voice of a first- or second-generation Imperial Orc or a pre-slavery Jotun, Thule, Druj, or Grendel. As always, the exact voices heard are determined by the roleplaying of the individual orc.</box>		The nature of these potions - barely understood by Imperial apothecaries - means that the usual hierarchy of Imperial Orc ancestors may be significantly altered. While an Imperial Orc who uses ''Indomitable Might'' could hear the voice of an enslaved ancestor urging them to flee, they are just as likely to hear the voice of a first- or second-generation Imperial Orc or a pre-slavery Jotun, Thule, Druj, or Grendel. As always, the exact voices heard are determined by the roleplaying of the individual orc.</box>
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	The ancestors drawn to those who inhale the guided hand are warrior-ancestors. They literally guide the hand of the user, allowing them to wield the weapons of war with great potence. It is most value to one who already has the fire within that lets the ancestors speak to them, but with the aid of this potion they may strike a foe down, maim them with a single strike, or smash their shield or their weapon through the exultant strength of the spirit of the people.</quote></div>		The ancestors drawn to those who inhale the guided hand are warrior-ancestors. They literally guide the hand of the user, allowing them to wield the weapons of war with great potence. It is most value to one who already has the fire within that lets the ancestors speak to them, but with the aid of this potion they may strike a foe down, maim them with a single strike, or smash their shield or their weapon through the exultant strength of the spirit of the people.</quote></div>
	==Ancestor’s Word==		==Ancestor’s Word==
	Known as ''Butcher's Gate'' by the Druj, and as ''Budding Leaf'' among the Great Forest orcs, this ~~prepartion~~ takes the form of a granular red powder. As an infusion, it is a volatile substance that reacts to heat, intended to be burnt or boiled and the steam or smoke produced inhaled. A human who inhales the residue of Ancestor's Word becomes ill - suffering symptoms of dizziness and a painful burning sensation that emanates from the lungs and nose throughout the body, weakening their blood and leaving them at risk of death if they suffer any injury.		Known as ''Butcher's Gate'' by the Druj, and as ''Budding Leaf'' among the Great Forest orcs, this preparation takes the form of a granular red powder. As an infusion, it is a volatile substance that reacts to heat, intended to be burnt or boiled and the steam or smoke produced inhaled. A human who inhales the residue of Ancestor's Word becomes ill - suffering symptoms of dizziness and a painful burning sensation that emanates from the lungs and nose throughout the body, weakening their blood and leaving them at risk of death if they suffer any injury.

	An orc inhaling Ancestor's Word has a very different experience, however. They feel a surge of physical aggression, and simultaneously become aware of the voices of their ancestors who urge them to fight and revel in the joy of conflict. They find it easy to disdain outside influences - especially those that would turn them aside from confronting their opponents - and are able to focus their will to engage in heroic feats with the ~~thunderingapproval~~ of their warlike ancestors.		An orc inhaling Ancestor's Word has a very different experience, however. They feel a surge of physical aggression, and simultaneously become aware of the voices of their ancestors who urge them to fight and revel in the joy of conflict. They find it easy to disdain outside influences - especially those that would turn them aside from confronting their opponents - and are able to focus their will to engage in heroic feats with the thundering approval of their warlike ancestors.

	All orcs have a natural instinct toward physical conflict, but this infusion greatly enhances that tendency. In the wrong hands, or when consumed by an inexperienced warrior or one who has not mastered the urge to fight, this heightening could potentially have tragic consequences. As the Great Forest orcs say "''The ancestors guide the drinker, giving their aid, but for the most part it is important to choose warriors who understand that there is a moment to act, and to employ their boon to find and take command of that moment.''"		All orcs have a natural instinct toward physical conflict, but this infusion greatly enhances that tendency. In the wrong hands, or when consumed by an inexperienced warrior or one who has not mastered the urge to fight, this heightening could potentially have tragic consequences. As the Great Forest orcs say "''The ancestors guide the drinker, giving their aid, but for the most part it is important to choose warriors who understand that there is a moment to act, and to employ their boon to find and take command of that moment.''"
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	A human who uses Indomitable Might immediately suffers from vertigo and loss of balance; it requires great effort to avoid falling over as everything around them seems to spin and flip. Even after these sensations fade, they are often left confused and uncertain, and may stumble or fall if they try to move quickly. Worse, they are prone to sudden bouts of confusion and weakness - especially when they need to concentrate or focus - which leave them unable to wield magic, [[magic items]], or in many cases even fight effectively.		A human who uses Indomitable Might immediately suffers from vertigo and loss of balance; it requires great effort to avoid falling over as everything around them seems to spin and flip. Even after these sensations fade, they are often left confused and uncertain, and may stumble or fall if they try to move quickly. Worse, they are prone to sudden bouts of confusion and weakness - especially when they need to concentrate or focus - which leave them unable to wield magic, [[magic items]], or in many cases even fight effectively.

	An orc on the other hand is gripped with the profound certainty that they are ''not alone'', and find it significantly easier to hear the voices of those ancestors concerned with their survival. This can be an unsettling experience - some orcs who have experimented with the infusion have spoken of feeling as if there are dozens of unseen orcs crowded close around them. While the sensation is soothing in some ways - orcs tend to feel more comfortable around other orcs after all - these unseen presences are nonetheless invisible, intangible, and not all of them are ~~neccessarily~~ "friendly" to the orc or their human companions.		An orc on the other hand is gripped with the profound certainty that they are ''not alone'', and find it significantly easier to hear the voices of those ancestors concerned with their survival. This can be an unsettling experience - some orcs who have experimented with the infusion have spoken of feeling as if there are dozens of unseen orcs crowded close around them. While the sensation is soothing in some ways - orcs tend to feel more comfortable around other orcs after all - these unseen presences are nonetheless invisible, intangible, and not all of them are necessarily "friendly" to the orc or their human companions.

	Regardless, some orcs who inhale the steam from a bowl of ''Indomitable Might'' finds themselves able to perform feats of almost supernatural endurance. They can overcome injuries that might otherwise lay them low, even rising from the threshold of death with the will to keep fighting. Not all orcs experience this effect; it seems there must already be [[Heroic skills#Hero\|some spark of unrelenting willpower]] for the infusion to work upon.		Regardless, some orcs who inhale the steam from a bowl of ''Indomitable Might'' finds themselves able to perform feats of almost supernatural endurance. They can overcome injuries that might otherwise lay them low, even rising from the threshold of death with the will to keep fighting. Not all orcs experience this effect; it seems there must already be [[Heroic skills#Hero\|some spark of unrelenting willpower]] for the infusion to work upon.
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	* '''Recipe:''' Three drams of [[Imperial Roseweald]], two drams each of [[True Vervain]] and [[Marrowort]], and one dram each of [[Cerulean Mazzarine]] and [[Bladeroot]].		* '''Recipe:''' Three drams of [[Imperial Roseweald]], two drams each of [[True Vervain]] and [[Marrowort]], and one dram each of [[Cerulean Mazzarine]] and [[Bladeroot]].

	<box>'''Hearing ancestors'''<br>Each of these four infusions makes an orc who inhales it significantly more likely to hear the voices of their ancestors, and causes certain "flavours" of ancestor to be heard more clearly than others. This effect is likely to be ~~particuarly~~ pronounced for characters who are [[Shamans]], for obvious reasons. As always, it is up to the individual how they respond to the roleplaying effect, bearing in mind the guidelines as to the nature of [[Imperial_Orcs_religious_beliefs#Imperial_Orc_ancestors\|Imperial Orc ancestors]].		<box>'''Hearing ancestors'''<br>Each of these four infusions makes an orc who inhales it significantly more likely to hear the voices of their ancestors, and causes certain "flavours" of ancestor to be heard more clearly than others. This effect is likely to be particularly pronounced for characters who are [[Shamans]], for obvious reasons. As always, it is up to the individual how they respond to the roleplaying effect, bearing in mind the guidelines as to the nature of [[Imperial_Orcs_religious_beliefs#Imperial_Orc_ancestors\|Imperial Orc ancestors]].

	The nature of these potions - barely understood by Imperial apothecaries - means that the usual hierarchy of Imperial Orc ancestors may be significantly altered. While an Imperial Orc who uses ''Indomitable Will'' might hear the voice of an enslaved ancestor urging them to flee, they are just as likely to hear the voice of a first- or second-generation Imperial Orc or a pre-slavery Jotun, Thule, Druj, or Grendel. As always, the exact voices heard are determined by the roleplaying of the individual orc.</box>		The nature of these potions - barely understood by Imperial apothecaries - means that the usual hierarchy of Imperial Orc ancestors may be significantly altered. While an Imperial Orc who uses ''Indomitable Will'' might hear the voice of an enslaved ancestor urging them to flee, they are just as likely to hear the voice of a first- or second-generation Imperial Orc or a pre-slavery Jotun, Thule, Druj, or Grendel. As always, the exact voices heard are determined by the roleplaying of the individual orc.</box>
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	These preparations originate with the [[Druj]] [[orc\|orcs]] (or perhaps with the [[Great Forest Orcs\|orcs of the Great Forest]] depending on who one asks). Along with the [[Double-sided Blade]] and [[The Last Resort]], these recipes were originally captured from the Druj during the liberation of [[Reikos]], when the herbal text of the [[Druj_lore#Buruk_Tepel\|Buruk Tepel]] of the Stone Toad clan fell into Imperial hands. Originally hidden behind a complex cipher, the book was eventually decoded by Imperial scholars and the recipes within revealed.		These preparations originate with the [[Druj]] [[orc\|orcs]] (or perhaps with the [[Great Forest Orcs\|orcs of the Great Forest]] depending on who one asks). Along with the [[Double-sided Blade]] and [[The Last Resort]], these recipes were originally captured from the Druj during the liberation of [[Reikos]], when the herbal text of the [[Druj_lore#Buruk_Tepel\|Buruk Tepel]] of the Stone Toad clan fell into Imperial hands. Originally hidden behind a complex cipher, the book was eventually decoded by Imperial scholars and the recipes within revealed.

	In Autumn 382YE, the recipes that comprise the Unshackled Gift were [[Distribute_potion_recipes\|distributed]] to Imperial apothecaries by order of the [[~~Imperial~~ Senate]]. along with several other new potion recipes. Known as the ''Bonds of the Bridge'' among the Druj, the potions were also apparently part of the herbal lore of the Great Forest orcs - who know them as the ''Dance of the Leaves'', and shared the recipes with the [[Highguard\|Highborn]] and [[Navarr]] as thanks for their assistance establishing themselves in [[Therunin]].		In Autumn 382YE, the recipes that comprise the Unshackled Gift were [[Distribute_potion_recipes\|distributed]] to Imperial apothecaries by order of the [[Senate]]. along with several other new potion recipes. Known as the ''Bonds of the Bridge'' among the Druj, the potions were also apparently part of the herbal lore of the Great Forest orcs - who know them as the ''Dance of the Leaves'', and shared the recipes with the [[Highguard\|Highborn]] and [[Navarr]] as thanks for their assistance establishing themselves in [[Therunin]].

	Each of these infusions is unique among potions known to Imperial [[Surgical skills#Apothecary\|apothecaries]] in that they are effective only when consumed by [[orc\|orcs]]. Humans who try to use one of these preparations merely become ill - potentially life-threateningly so. The Druj claim that they serve to help the orc who uses them to make a closer connection with their [[Imperial_Orcs_religious_beliefs#Ancestral_Voices\|ancestors]], and by engaging in a subconscious communion with these spirits the living orc gains great physical or spiritual strength. The potions have not been in use long enough for proper experimentation to have taken place, but it seems at least circumstantially that the four potions do indeed heighten awareness of the ancestral voices that all orcs hear.		Each of these infusions is unique among potions known to Imperial [[Surgical skills#Apothecary\|apothecaries]] in that they are effective only when consumed by [[orc\|orcs]]. Humans who try to use one of these preparations merely become ill - potentially life-threateningly so. The Druj claim that they serve to help the orc who uses them to make a closer connection with their [[Imperial_Orcs_religious_beliefs#Ancestral_Voices\|ancestors]], and by engaging in a subconscious communion with these spirits the living orc gains great physical or spiritual strength. The potions have not been in use long enough for proper experimentation to have taken place, but it seems at least circumstantially that the four potions do indeed heighten awareness of the ancestral voices that all orcs hear.

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	* '''Roleplaying Effects:''' You feel a surge of physical aggression building. You are strongly aware of the voices of your ancestors, urging you to fight and take joy in battle. If you are human you feel dizzy, and a burning pain spreads through your body.		* '''Roleplaying Effects:''' You feel a surge of physical aggression building. You are strongly aware of the voices of your ancestors, urging you to fight and take joy in battle. If you are human you feel dizzy, and a burning pain spreads through your body.
	* '''Mechanical Effects:''' If you are a human, you become subject to [[Calls#VENOM\|VENOM]] and the potion has no other effect. If you are an orc, you gain an additional [[Heroic skills#Hero\|hero point]]. In addition, this counts as a [[Roleplaying_effects#Overcoming_Roleplaying_Effects\|source of spiritual strength]] to overcome [[roleplaying effects]]. The effects last until the end of the next skirmish, battle, or quest. This is a [[Potion#Tonics\|tonic]]; the effect of any other tonic you have drunk immediately ends.		* '''Mechanical Effects:''' If you are a human, you become subject to [[Calls#VENOM\|VENOM]] and the potion has no other effect. If you are an orc, you gain an additional [[Heroic skills#Hero\|hero point]]. In addition, this counts as a [[Roleplaying_effects#Overcoming_Roleplaying_Effects\|source of spiritual strength]] to overcome [[roleplaying effects]]. The effects last until the end of the next skirmish, battle, or quest. This is a [[Potion#Tonics\|tonic]]; the effect of any other tonic you have drunk immediately ends.
	* '''Recipe:''' Two drams of [[Imperial Roseweald]], one dram of [[True Vervain]].		* '''Recipe:''' Two drams of [[Imperial Roseweald\|Imperial roseweald]], one dram of [[True Vervain\|true vervain]].

	==Legionnaire’s Will==		==Legionnaire’s Will==
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	* '''Roleplaying Effects:''' If you are human you feel a sudden crippling fear and confusion. If you are an orc you feel a sudden bond of connection to those you trust. You are strongly aware of the voices of your ancestors, urging you to revel in the company of other orcs.		* '''Roleplaying Effects:''' If you are human you feel a sudden crippling fear and confusion. If you are an orc you feel a sudden bond of connection to those you trust. You are strongly aware of the voices of your ancestors, urging you to revel in the company of other orcs.
	* '''Mechanical Effects:''' If you are a human, you become subject to [[Calls#VENOM\|VENOM]] and the potion has no other effect. If you are an [[orc]], you gain two additional [[Heroic skills#Hero\|hero points]]. In addition, this counts as a [[Roleplaying_effects#Overcoming_Roleplaying_Effects\|source of spiritual strength]] to overcome [[roleplaying effects]]. The effects last until the end of the next skirmish, battle, or quest. This is a [[Potion#Tonics\|tonic]]; the effect of any other tonic you have drunk immediately ends.		* '''Mechanical Effects:''' If you are a human, you become subject to [[Calls#VENOM\|VENOM]] and the potion has no other effect. If you are an [[orc]], you gain two additional [[Heroic skills#Hero\|hero points]]. In addition, this counts as a [[Roleplaying_effects#Overcoming_Roleplaying_Effects\|source of spiritual strength]] to overcome [[roleplaying effects]]. The effects last until the end of the next skirmish, battle, or quest. This is a [[Potion#Tonics\|tonic]]; the effect of any other tonic you have drunk immediately ends.
	* '''Recipe:''' Three drams of [[Imperial Roseweald]], and one dram each of [[True Vervain]] and [[~~Marrowort~~]].		* '''Recipe:''' Three drams of [[Imperial Roseweald\|Imperial roseweald]], and one dram each of [[True Vervain\|true vervain]] and [[marrowort]].

	==Indomitable Might==		==Indomitable Might==
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	* '''Roleplaying Effects:''' If you are human you feel a sudden vertigo and lose your balance. If you are an orc, you are filled with the certainty that you are not alone. You are strongly aware of the voice of an ancestor, urging you to survive no matter the cost.		* '''Roleplaying Effects:''' If you are human you feel a sudden vertigo and lose your balance. If you are an orc, you are filled with the certainty that you are not alone. You are strongly aware of the voice of an ancestor, urging you to survive no matter the cost.
	* '''Mechanical Effects:''' If you are a human, you become subject to [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|WEAKNESS]] and the potion has no other effect. If you are an orc, you gain the ability to use the [[Heroic skills#Unstoppable\|Unstoppable]] skill as if you know it. The effects last until the end of the next skirmish, battle, or quest. This is a [[Potion#Tonics\|tonic]]; the effect of any other tonic you have drunk immediately ends.		* '''Mechanical Effects:''' If you are a human, you become subject to [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|WEAKNESS]] and the potion has no other effect. If you are an orc, you gain the ability to use the [[Heroic skills#Unstoppable\|Unstoppable]] skill as if you know it. The effects last until the end of the next skirmish, battle, or quest. This is a [[Potion#Tonics\|tonic]]; the effect of any other tonic you have drunk immediately ends.
	* '''Recipe:''' Two drams each of [[~~Marrowort~~]] and [[True Vervain]], and one dram of [[Imperial Roseweald]].		* '''Recipe:''' Two drams each of [[marrowort]] and [[True Vervain\|true vervain]], and one dram of [[Imperial Roseweald\|Imperial roseweald]].
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Noble Skar.jpg\|caption=General Skar of the Summer Storm.\|align=right\|width=300}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Noble Skar.jpg\|caption=General Skar of the Summer Storm.\|align=right\|width=300}}

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	* '''Roleplaying Effects:''' If you are human you feel a sudden crippling fear and confusion. If you are an orc, you feel a sense of your own power surge through you. You are strongly aware of the voices of your ancestors, urging you to take the lead.		* '''Roleplaying Effects:''' If you are human you feel a sudden crippling fear and confusion. If you are an orc, you feel a sense of your own power surge through you. You are strongly aware of the voices of your ancestors, urging you to take the lead.
	* '''Mechanical Effects:''' If you are a human, you become subject to [[Calls#VENOM\|VENOM]] and the potion has no other effect. If you are an [[orc]], you gain the ability to use the [[Heroic skills#Cleaving Strike\|Cleaving Strike]], [[Heroic skills#Mighty Strikedown\|Mighty Strikedown]], and [[Heroic skills#Mortal Blow\|Mortal Blow]] skills as if you know them. The effects last until the end of the next skirmish, battle, or quest. This is a [[Potion#Tonics\|tonic]]; the effect of any other tonic you have drunk immediately ends.		* '''Mechanical Effects:''' If you are a human, you become subject to [[Calls#VENOM\|VENOM]] and the potion has no other effect. If you are an [[orc]], you gain the ability to use the [[Heroic skills#Cleaving Strike\|Cleaving Strike]], [[Heroic skills#Mighty Strikedown\|Mighty Strikedown]], and [[Heroic skills#Mortal Blow\|Mortal Blow]] skills as if you know them. The effects last until the end of the next skirmish, battle, or quest. This is a [[Potion#Tonics\|tonic]]; the effect of any other tonic you have drunk immediately ends.
	* '''Recipe:''' Three drams of [[Imperial Roseweald]], two drams each of [[True Vervain]] and [[~~Marrowort~~]], and one dram each of [[Cerulean Mazzarine]] and [[~~Bladeroot~~]].		* '''Recipe:''' Three drams of [[Imperial Roseweald\|Imperial roseweald]], two drams each of [[True Vervain\|true vervain]] and [[marrowort]], and one dram each of [[Cerulean Mazzarine\|cerulean mazzarine]] and [[bladeroot]].

	<box>'''Hearing ancestors'''<br>Each of these four infusions makes an orc who inhales it significantly more likely to hear the voices of their ancestors, and causes certain "flavours" of ancestor to be heard more clearly than others. This effect is likely to be particularly pronounced for characters who are [[Shamans]], for obvious reasons. As always, it is up to the individual how they respond to the roleplaying effect, bearing in mind the guidelines as to the nature of [[Imperial_Orcs_religious_beliefs#Imperial_Orc_ancestors\|Imperial Orc ancestors]].		<box>'''Hearing ancestors'''<br>Each of these four infusions makes an orc who inhales it significantly more likely to hear the voices of their ancestors, and causes certain "flavours" of ancestor to be heard more clearly than others. This effect is likely to be particularly pronounced for characters who are [[Shamans]], for obvious reasons. As always, it is up to the individual how they respond to the roleplaying effect, bearing in mind the guidelines as to the nature of [[Imperial_Orcs_religious_beliefs#Imperial_Orc_ancestors\|Imperial Orc ancestors]].