Retreat to the White Caves - Revision history

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	At the completion, the area is warded against heralds of the [[eternal\|eternals]]. Such a creature approaching the boundary is always aware that the area is warded; if it enters it is immediately [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|weakened]] for as long as it remains in the area. Even creatures that are larger-than-human-sized will be weakened by the power of the ward if they enter it.		At the completion, the area is warded against heralds of the [[eternal\|eternals]]. Such a creature approaching the boundary is always aware that the area is warded; if it enters it is immediately [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|weakened]] for as long as it remains in the area. Even creatures that are larger-than-human-sized will be weakened by the power of the ward if they enter it.

	The ward creates a powerful [[roleplaying effects\|roleplaying effect]]: mortals within the warded area feel cold and miserable, unless they are actively warming themselves. Those who sleep within the ward experience nightmares of being trapped within a cave whilst an unknown lurking evil sits brooding outside, waiting for the cold or hunger to drive them from safety. These effects are particularly pronounced for those with strong [[lineage]].		The ward creates a powerful [[roleplaying effects\|roleplaying effect]]: ''mortals within the warded area feel cold and miserable, unless they are actively warming themselves. Those who sleep within the ward experience nightmares of being trapped within a cave whilst an unknown lurking evil sits brooding outside, waiting for the cold or hunger to drive them from safety.'' These effects are particularly pronounced for those with strong [[lineage]].

	When used inside a building, the ward protects the entire structure. Any openings in the structure - doors and windows especially - must be clearly marked with runes or symbols of warding. The building must be a reasonably permanent structure, preferably of wood or stone; the ritual will not work on a tent or other entirely similar structure.		When used inside a building, the ward protects the entire structure. Any openings in the structure - doors and windows especially - must be clearly marked with runes or symbols of warding. The building must be a reasonably permanent structure, preferably of wood or stone; the ritual will not work on a tent or other entirely similar structure.

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	<quote by="Traditional Varushkan Tale>When the fierce Vard, with their iron swords, came to Mieriada, the frightened Ushkans hid themselves deep in the Painted Caves and waited for the cold outside to drive the Vard away.</quote>		<quote by="Traditional Varushkan Tale>When the fierce Vard, with their iron swords, came to Mieriada, the frightened Ushkans hid themselves deep in the Painted Caves and waited for the cold outside to drive the Vard away.</quote>
	==Description==		==Description==
	This ritual was presented to the [[~~Imperial~~ Conclave]] in the Winter of 378YE by Simargl, called the Empty One of the Circle of Zulgan-Tash, the [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Dean of the Lyceum]]. It was entered into [[Formulaic_ritual#Imperial_Lore_and_the_Ritual_List\|Imperial lore]] shortly before Simargl surrendered his title as Dean. It is an extrapolation of the principles involved in common warding rituals, specifically [[There Is No Welcome Here]]. It [[enchantment\|enchants]] an area to make it hostile to heralds, eternals and other beings from the realms.		This ritual was presented to the [[Conclave]] in the Winter of 378YE by Simargl, called the Empty One of the Circle of Zulgan-Tash, the [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Dean of the Lyceum]]. It was entered into [[Formulaic_ritual#Imperial_Lore_and_the_Ritual_List\|Imperial lore]] shortly before Simargl surrendered his title as Dean. It is an extrapolation of the principles involved in common warding rituals, specifically [[There Is No Welcome Here]]. It [[enchantment\|enchants]] an area to make it hostile to heralds, eternals and other beings from the realms.

	Winter magic is, at its heart, a grim undertaking even when it can be seen as beneficial; [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Varushka_magical_traditions#Cabalists\|cabalists]] know that magic always comes with a price. In this case, those who shelter within the warded area feel cold almost all the time, unless they are actively warming themselves. Conversation quickly falters, and it is easy for a brooding silence to settle on all those within the warded area. Worse, those who sleep within the ward experience terrible dreams of being trapped within a cave whilst an unknown lurking evil sits brooding outside, waiting for the cold, hunger or the madness that comes from long periods of being cooped up in an enclosed space to drive them from safety.		Winter magic is, at its heart, a grim undertaking even when it can be seen as beneficial; [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Varushka_magical_traditions#Cabalists\|cabalists]] know that magic always comes with a price. In this case, those who shelter within the warded area feel cold almost all the time, unless they are actively warming themselves. Conversation quickly falters, and it is easy for a brooding silence to settle on all those within the warded area. Worse, those who sleep within the ward experience terrible dreams of being trapped within a cave whilst an unknown lurking evil sits brooding outside, waiting for the cold, hunger or the madness that comes from long periods of being cooped up in an enclosed space to drive them from safety.

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	This ritual was presented to the [[Imperial Conclave]] in the Winter of 378YE by Simargl, called the Empty One of the Circle of Zulgan-Tash, the [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Dean of the Lyceum]]. It was entered into [[Formulaic_ritual#Imperial_Lore_and_the_Ritual_List\|Imperial lore]] shortly before Simargl surrendered his title as Dean. It is an extrapolation of the principles involved in common warding rituals, specifically [[There Is No Welcome Here]]. It [[enchantment\|enchants]] an area to make it hostile to heralds, eternals and other beings from the realms.		This ritual was presented to the [[Imperial Conclave]] in the Winter of 378YE by Simargl, called the Empty One of the Circle of Zulgan-Tash, the [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Dean of the Lyceum]]. It was entered into [[Formulaic_ritual#Imperial_Lore_and_the_Ritual_List\|Imperial lore]] shortly before Simargl surrendered his title as Dean. It is an extrapolation of the principles involved in common warding rituals, specifically [[There Is No Welcome Here]]. It [[enchantment\|enchants]] an area to make it hostile to heralds, eternals and other beings from the realms.

	Winter magic is, at its heart, a grim undertaking even when it can be seen as beneficial; [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Varushka_magical_traditions#Cabalists\|cabalists]] know that magic always comes with a price. In this case, those who shelter within the warded area feel cold almost all the time, unless they are actively warming themselves. Conversation quickly falters, and it is easy for a brooding silence to settle on all those within the warded area. Worse, those who sleep within the ward experience terrible dreams of being trapped within a cave whilst an unknown lurking evil sits brooding outside, waiting for the cold ~~or the~~ hunger or the madness that comes from long periods of being cooped up in an enclosed space to drive them from safety.		Winter magic is, at its heart, a grim undertaking even when it can be seen as beneficial; [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Varushka_magical_traditions#Cabalists\|cabalists]] know that magic always comes with a price. In this case, those who shelter within the warded area feel cold almost all the time, unless they are actively warming themselves. Conversation quickly falters, and it is easy for a brooding silence to settle on all those within the warded area. Worse, those who sleep within the ward experience terrible dreams of being trapped within a cave whilst an unknown lurking evil sits brooding outside, waiting for the cold, hunger or the madness that comes from long periods of being cooped up in an enclosed space to drive them from safety.

	Some of the [[Highguard\|Highborn]] involved in codifying this ritual remarked that the dream cave appeared to be an actual place – there were reported similarities between the layout and the paintings on the walls of the cave which appears to be one of the famous painted caves of [[Miekarova]]. When questioned, Dean Simargl reportedly grunted non-committally and mocked the researchers until they went away.		Some of the [[Highguard\|Highborn]] involved in codifying this ritual remarked that the dream cave appeared to be an actual place – there were reported similarities between the layout and the paintings on the walls of the cave which appears to be one of the famous painted caves of [[Miekarova]]. When questioned, Dean Simargl reportedly grunted non-committally and mocked the researchers until they went away.
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	Like other wards, Retreat to the White Caves does not prevent a herald (or, in theory, an [[eternal\|eternal]]) from entering the protected area. Rather, it robs them of their ability to use their supernatural abilities while they are within the wards. It will, for example, prevent a herald from delivering a curse or performing any of their innate abilities. If it were performed in the Hall of Worlds, it is theorised that it would prevent any herald from entering the mortal world via the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|regio]] at [[Casinea#Anvil\|Anvil]]. Such a herald would require the active assistance of an Imperial magician to “lead them through.” The ward would not prevent the herald entering the Hall of Worlds from the eternal realms, and it is believed it would not stop them departing for their own realm – but fascinatingly it clarifies that the ability to enter the mortal realm is considered an active ability that can be robbed by magical [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|weakness]].		Like other wards, Retreat to the White Caves does not prevent a herald (or, in theory, an [[eternal\|eternal]]) from entering the protected area. Rather, it robs them of their ability to use their supernatural abilities while they are within the wards. It will, for example, prevent a herald from delivering a curse or performing any of their innate abilities. If it were performed in the Hall of Worlds, it is theorised that it would prevent any herald from entering the mortal world via the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|regio]] at [[Casinea#Anvil\|Anvil]]. Such a herald would require the active assistance of an Imperial magician to “lead them through.” The ward would not prevent the herald entering the Hall of Worlds from the eternal realms, and it is believed it would not stop them departing for their own realm – but fascinatingly it clarifies that the ability to enter the mortal realm is considered an active ability that can be robbed by magical [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|weakness]].

	The ward created by this ritual will last for an entire season - assuming the warding marks are not disturbed, In practice, if the area sees much use it is likely to be disrupted before the full three months has passed. No herald or direct emissary of an eternal can disturb the ward directly. Due to the duration, several researchers pointed out that it would be possible to [[Ilium#Using_Ilium_in_Rituals\|make this ritual ward permanent]] with sufficient [[ilium]] (sixty-nine rings in fact) but suggested that doing so might be a mistake – the ritual would still collapse if the warding runes were disturbed, taking the ilium with it.		The ward created by this ritual will last for an entire season - assuming the warding marks are not disturbed. In practice, if the area sees much use it is likely to be disrupted before the full three months has passed. No herald or direct emissary of an eternal can disturb the ward directly. Due to the duration, several researchers pointed out that it would be possible to [[Ilium#Using_Ilium_in_Rituals\|make this ritual ward permanent]] with sufficient [[ilium]] (sixty-nine rings in fact) but suggested that doing so might be a mistake – the ritual would still collapse if the warding runes were disturbed, taking the ilium with it.

	The crotchety [[Urizen]] [[Urizen_magical_traditions#Mages\|mage]] Lucien of the [[Zenith#The_Halls_of_Knowledge\|Halls of Knowledge]] (visiting the [[Madruga#The_Lyceum\|Lyceum]] to take advantage of the excellent climate during a particularly cold winter) gave an impromptu lecture regarding reliable methods of creating permanent wards. His suggestion was simply to craft the posts from stone – possibly white granite – and carve the runes of warding into them permanently. While this would not be foolproof it would mean that the disruption of the ward would require “malice rather than incompetence – which is always preferable.” He further went on to point out that, with crystal mana being considerably more common than ilium, permanent warding posts would be just as effective at anchoring this ritual in its existing form – it would simply need to be performed once each season. This would make these posts ideal for protecting any area for a long period of time.		The crotchety [[Urizen]] [[Urizen_magical_traditions#Mages\|mage]] Lucien of the [[Zenith#The_Halls_of_Knowledge\|Halls of Knowledge]] (visiting the [[Madruga#The_Lyceum\|Lyceum]] to take advantage of the excellent climate during a particularly cold winter) gave an impromptu lecture regarding reliable methods of creating permanent wards. His suggestion was simply to craft the posts from stone – possibly white granite – and carve the runes of warding into them permanently. While this would not be foolproof it would mean that the disruption of the ward would require “malice rather than incompetence – which is always preferable.” He further went on to point out that, with crystal mana being considerably more common than ilium, permanent warding posts would be just as effective at anchoring this ritual in its existing form – it would simply need to be performed once each season. This would make these posts ideal for protecting any area for a long period of time.

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	===OOC Note===		===OOC Note===
	If you are planning on performing this ritual on a battle, skirmish or quest you must let a referee with a radio know ~~about it shortly~~ before ~~or after your passage~~ through the [[Sentinel Gate]].		If you are planning on performing this ritual on a battle, skirmish or quest you must let a referee with a radio know before you pass through the [[Sentinel Gate]].

	You must check the safety of the posts you plan to use with refs before you go through the Sentinel Gate.		You must check the safety of the posts you plan to use with refs before you go through the Sentinel Gate.

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

			===OOC Note===
			If you are planning on performing this ritual on a battle, skirmish or quest you must let a referee with a radio know about it shortly before or after your passage through the [[Sentinel Gate]].

			You must check the safety of the posts you plan to use with refs before you go through the Sentinel Gate.

	<quote by="Traditional Varushkan Tale>When the fierce Vard, with their iron swords, came to Mieriada, the frightened Ushkans hid themselves deep in the Painted Caves and waited for the cold outside to drive the Vard away.</quote>		<quote by="Traditional Varushkan Tale>When the fierce Vard, with their iron swords, came to Mieriada, the frightened Ushkans hid themselves deep in the Painted Caves and waited for the cold outside to drive the Vard away.</quote>

	==Description==		==Description==
	This ritual was presented to the [[Imperial Conclave]] in the Winter of 378YE by Simargl, called the Empty One of the Circle of Zulgan-Tash, the [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Dean of the Lyceum]]. It was entered into [[Formulaic_ritual#Imperial_Lore_and_the_Ritual_List\|Imperial lore]] shortly before Simargl surrendered his title as Dean. It is an extrapolation of the principles involved in common warding rituals, specifically [[There Is No Welcome Here]]. It [[enchantment\|enchants]] an area to make it hostile to heralds, eternals and other beings from the realms.		This ritual was presented to the [[Imperial Conclave]] in the Winter of 378YE by Simargl, called the Empty One of the Circle of Zulgan-Tash, the [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Dean of the Lyceum]]. It was entered into [[Formulaic_ritual#Imperial_Lore_and_the_Ritual_List\|Imperial lore]] shortly before Simargl surrendered his title as Dean. It is an extrapolation of the principles involved in common warding rituals, specifically [[There Is No Welcome Here]]. It [[enchantment\|enchants]] an area to make it hostile to heralds, eternals and other beings from the realms.

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	==Common Elements==		==Common Elements==
	As with the [[There Is No Welcome Here#Common Elements\|original ritual]], the warding posts can be marked with the [[Wintermark]] [[~~rune Overview\|~~runes]] [[Yoorn]] and [[Kyrop]] or the common tower symbol associated with [[Vigilance]]. The original framework of the ritual made repeated use of the Varushkan tradition of using staring humanoid faces or the heads of geese (traditionally associated with vigilance) and suggested supplementing these symbols with intricate swirling patterns of green, red and blue paint following very precise instructions.		As with the [[There Is No Welcome Here#Common Elements\|original ritual]], the warding posts can be marked with the [[Wintermark]] [[runes]] [[Yoorn]] and [[Kyrop]] or the common tower symbol associated with [[Vigilance]]. The original framework of the ritual made repeated use of the Varushkan tradition of using staring humanoid faces or the heads of geese (traditionally associated with vigilance) and suggested supplementing these symbols with intricate swirling patterns of green, red and blue paint following very precise instructions.

	When performing any warding ritual, the ritualists often walk the boundaries of the warded area, invoking protective talismans. They often burn incense, or scatter ashes, and check that all the warding symbols are intact. Some ritualists place bowls of milk or honey at each entry point. Fire is often used as well, especially when the ritual is performed at night.		When performing any warding ritual, the ritualists often walk the boundaries of the warded area, invoking protective talismans. They often burn incense, or scatter ashes, and check that all the warding symbols are intact. Some ritualists place bowls of milk or honey at each entry point. Fire is often used as well, especially when the ritual is performed at night.

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	The ward created by this ritual will last for an entire season - assuming the warding marks are not disturbed, In practice, if the area sees much use it is likely to be disrupted before the full three months has passed. No herald or direct emissary of an eternal can disturb the ward directly. Due to the duration, several researchers pointed out that it would be possible to [[Ilium#Using_Ilium_in_Rituals\|make this ritual ward permanent]] with sufficient [[ilium]] (sixty-nine rings in fact) but suggested that doing so might be a mistake – the ritual would still collapse if the warding runes were disturbed, taking the ilium with it.		The ward created by this ritual will last for an entire season - assuming the warding marks are not disturbed, In practice, if the area sees much use it is likely to be disrupted before the full three months has passed. No herald or direct emissary of an eternal can disturb the ward directly. Due to the duration, several researchers pointed out that it would be possible to [[Ilium#Using_Ilium_in_Rituals\|make this ritual ward permanent]] with sufficient [[ilium]] (sixty-nine rings in fact) but suggested that doing so might be a mistake – the ritual would still collapse if the warding runes were disturbed, taking the ilium with it.

	The crotchety [[Urizen]] [[Urizen_magical_traditions#~~Magi~~\|~~magus~~]] Lucien of the [[Zenith#The_Halls_of_Knowledge\|Halls of Knowledge]] (visiting the [[Madruga#The_Lyceum\|Lyceum]] to take advantage of the excellent climate during a particularly cold winter) gave an impromptu lecture regarding reliable methods of creating permanent wards. His suggestion was simply to craft the posts from stone – possibly white granite – and carve the runes of warding into them permanently. While this would not be foolproof it would mean that the disruption of the ward would require “malice rather than incompetence – which is always preferable.” He further went on to point out that, with crystal mana being considerably more common than ilium, permanent warding posts would be just as effective at anchoring this ritual in its existing form – it would simply need to be performed once each season. This would make these posts ideal for protecting any area for a long period of time.		The crotchety [[Urizen]] [[Urizen_magical_traditions#Mages\|mage]] Lucien of the [[Zenith#The_Halls_of_Knowledge\|Halls of Knowledge]] (visiting the [[Madruga#The_Lyceum\|Lyceum]] to take advantage of the excellent climate during a particularly cold winter) gave an impromptu lecture regarding reliable methods of creating permanent wards. His suggestion was simply to craft the posts from stone – possibly white granite – and carve the runes of warding into them permanently. While this would not be foolproof it would mean that the disruption of the ward would require “malice rather than incompetence – which is always preferable.” He further went on to point out that, with crystal mana being considerably more common than ilium, permanent warding posts would be just as effective at anchoring this ritual in its existing form – it would simply need to be performed once each season. This would make these posts ideal for protecting any area for a long period of time.

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

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	This ritual targets a building or well defined, walled area. It must be performed inside that location.		This ritual targets a building or well defined, walled area. It must be performed inside that location.

	At the completion, the area is warded against heralds of the [[eternals]]. Such a creature approaching the boundary is always aware that the area is warded; if it enters it is immediately [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|weakened]] for as long as it remains in the area. Even creatures that are larger-than-human-sized will be weakened by the power of the ward if they enter it.		At the completion, the area is warded against heralds of the [[eternal\|eternals]]. Such a creature approaching the boundary is always aware that the area is warded; if it enters it is immediately [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|weakened]] for as long as it remains in the area. Even creatures that are larger-than-human-sized will be weakened by the power of the ward if they enter it.

	The ward creates a powerful [[roleplaying effects\|roleplaying effect]]: mortals within the warded area feel cold and miserable, unless they are actively warming themselves. Those who sleep within the ward experience nightmares of being trapped within a cave whilst an unknown lurking evil sits brooding outside, waiting for the cold or hunger to drive them from safety. These effects are particularly pronounced for those with strong [[lineage]].		The ward creates a powerful [[roleplaying effects\|roleplaying effect]]: mortals within the warded area feel cold and miserable, unless they are actively warming themselves. Those who sleep within the ward experience nightmares of being trapped within a cave whilst an unknown lurking evil sits brooding outside, waiting for the cold or hunger to drive them from safety. These effects are particularly pronounced for those with strong [[lineage]].
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	Some of the [[Highguard\|Highborn]] involved in codifying this ritual remarked that the dream cave appeared to be an actual place – there were reported similarities between the layout and the paintings on the walls of the cave which appears to be one of the famous painted caves of [[Miekarova]]. When questioned, Dean Simargl reportedly grunted non-committally and mocked the researchers until they went away.		Some of the [[Highguard\|Highborn]] involved in codifying this ritual remarked that the dream cave appeared to be an actual place – there were reported similarities between the layout and the paintings on the walls of the cave which appears to be one of the famous painted caves of [[Miekarova]]. When questioned, Dean Simargl reportedly grunted non-committally and mocked the researchers until they went away.

	Like other wards, Retreat to the White Caves does not prevent a herald (or, in theory, an [[eternal]]) from entering the protected area. Rather, it robs them of their ability to use their supernatural abilities while they are within the wards. It will, for example, prevent a herald from delivering a curse or performing any of their innate abilities. If it were performed in the Hall of Worlds, it is theorised that it would prevent any herald from entering the mortal world via the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|regio]] at [[Casinea#Anvil\|Anvil]]. Such a herald would require the active assistance of an Imperial magician to “lead them through.” The ward would not prevent the herald entering the Hall of Worlds from the eternal realms, and it is believed it would not stop them departing for their own realm – but fascinatingly it clarifies that the ability to enter the mortal realm is considered an active ability that can be robbed by magical [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|weakness]].		Like other wards, Retreat to the White Caves does not prevent a herald (or, in theory, an [[eternal\|eternal]]) from entering the protected area. Rather, it robs them of their ability to use their supernatural abilities while they are within the wards. It will, for example, prevent a herald from delivering a curse or performing any of their innate abilities. If it were performed in the Hall of Worlds, it is theorised that it would prevent any herald from entering the mortal world via the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|regio]] at [[Casinea#Anvil\|Anvil]]. Such a herald would require the active assistance of an Imperial magician to “lead them through.” The ward would not prevent the herald entering the Hall of Worlds from the eternal realms, and it is believed it would not stop them departing for their own realm – but fascinatingly it clarifies that the ability to enter the mortal realm is considered an active ability that can be robbed by magical [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|weakness]].

	The ward created by this ritual will last for an entire season - assuming the warding marks are not disturbed, In practice, if the area sees much use it is likely to be disrupted before the full three months has passed. No herald or direct emissary of an eternal can disturb the ward directly. Due to the duration, several researchers pointed out that it would be possible to [[Ilium#Using_Ilium_in_Rituals\|make this ritual ward permanent]] with sufficient [[ilium]] (sixty-nine rings in fact) but suggested that doing so might be a mistake – the ritual would still collapse if the warding runes were disturbed, taking the ilium with it.		The ward created by this ritual will last for an entire season - assuming the warding marks are not disturbed, In practice, if the area sees much use it is likely to be disrupted before the full three months has passed. No herald or direct emissary of an eternal can disturb the ward directly. Due to the duration, several researchers pointed out that it would be possible to [[Ilium#Using_Ilium_in_Rituals\|make this ritual ward permanent]] with sufficient [[ilium]] (sixty-nine rings in fact) but suggested that doing so might be a mistake – the ritual would still collapse if the warding runes were disturbed, taking the ilium with it.

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	===Performing the Ritual===		===Performing the Ritual===
	{{Casting time\|2}} The area to be enchanted with this ward must be clearly apparent to those within, and without, its bounds.		{{Casting time\|2}} The area to be enchanted with this ward must be clearly apparent to those within, and without, its bounds.

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	==Description==		==Description==
	This ritual was presented to the [[Imperial Conclave]] in the Winter of 378YE by Simargl, called the Empty One of the Circle of Zulgan-Tash, the [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Dean of the Lyceum]]. It was entered into [[Formulaic_ritual#Imperial_Lore_and_the_Ritual_List\|Imperial ~~Lore~~]] shortly before Simargl surrendered his title as Dean. It is an extrapolation of the principles involved in common warding rituals, specifically [[There Is No Welcome Here]]. It [[enchantment\|enchants]] an area to make it hostile to heralds, eternals and other beings from the realms.		This ritual was presented to the [[Imperial Conclave]] in the Winter of 378YE by Simargl, called the Empty One of the Circle of Zulgan-Tash, the [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Dean of the Lyceum]]. It was entered into [[Formulaic_ritual#Imperial_Lore_and_the_Ritual_List\|Imperial lore]] shortly before Simargl surrendered his title as Dean. It is an extrapolation of the principles involved in common warding rituals, specifically [[There Is No Welcome Here]]. It [[enchantment\|enchants]] an area to make it hostile to heralds, eternals and other beings from the realms.

	Winter magic is, at its heart, a grim undertaking even when it can be seen as beneficial; [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Varushka_magical_traditions#Cabalists\|cabalists]] know that magic always comes with a price. In this case, those who shelter within the warded area feel cold almost all the time, unless they are actively warming themselves. Conversation quickly falters, and it is easy for a brooding silence to settle on all those within the warded area. Worse, those who sleep within the ward experience terrible dreams of being trapped within a cave whilst an unknown lurking evil sits brooding outside, waiting for the cold or the hunger or the madness that comes from long periods of being cooped up in an enclosed space to drive them from safety.		Winter magic is, at its heart, a grim undertaking even when it can be seen as beneficial; [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Varushka_magical_traditions#Cabalists\|cabalists]] know that magic always comes with a price. In this case, those who shelter within the warded area feel cold almost all the time, unless they are actively warming themselves. Conversation quickly falters, and it is easy for a brooding silence to settle on all those within the warded area. Worse, those who sleep within the ward experience terrible dreams of being trapped within a cave whilst an unknown lurking evil sits brooding outside, waiting for the cold or the hunger or the madness that comes from long periods of being cooped up in an enclosed space to drive them from safety.

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	At the completion, the area is warded against heralds of the [[eternals]]. Such a creature approaching the boundary is always aware that the area is warded; if it enters it is immediately [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|weakened]] for as long as it remains in the area. Even creatures that are larger-than-human-sized will be weakened by the power of the ward if they enter it.		At the completion, the area is warded against heralds of the [[eternals]]. Such a creature approaching the boundary is always aware that the area is warded; if it enters it is immediately [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|weakened]] for as long as it remains in the area. Even creatures that are larger-than-human-sized will be weakened by the power of the ward if they enter it.

	The ward creates a powerful roleplaying effect: mortals within the warded area feel cold and miserable, unless they are actively warming themselves. Those who sleep within the ward experience nightmares of being trapped within a cave whilst an unknown lurking evil sits brooding outside, waiting for the cold or hunger to drive them from safety. These effects are particularly pronounced for those with strong [[lineage]].		The ward creates a powerful [[roleplaying effects\|roleplaying effect]]: mortals within the warded area feel cold and miserable, unless they are actively warming themselves. Those who sleep within the ward experience nightmares of being trapped within a cave whilst an unknown lurking evil sits brooding outside, waiting for the cold or hunger to drive them from safety. These effects are particularly pronounced for those with strong [[lineage]].

	When used inside a building, the ward protects the entire structure. Any openings in the structure - doors and windows especially - must be clearly marked with runes or symbols of warding. The building must be a reasonably permanent structure, preferably of wood or stone; the ritual will not work on a tent or other entirely similar structure.		When used inside a building, the ward protects the entire structure. Any openings in the structure - doors and windows especially - must be clearly marked with runes or symbols of warding. The building must be a reasonably permanent structure, preferably of wood or stone; the ritual will not work on a tent or other entirely similar structure.

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	This ritual was presented to the [[Imperial Conclave]] in the Winter of 378YE by Simargl, called the Empty One of the Circle of Zulgan-Tash, the [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Dean of the Lyceum]]. It was entered into [[Formulaic_ritual#Imperial_Lore_and_the_Ritual_List\|Imperial lore]] shortly before Simargl surrendered his title as Dean. It is an extrapolation of the principles involved in common warding rituals, specifically [[There Is No Welcome Here]]. It [[enchantment\|enchants]] an area to make it hostile to heralds, eternals and other beings from the realms.		This ritual was presented to the [[Imperial Conclave]] in the Winter of 378YE by Simargl, called the Empty One of the Circle of Zulgan-Tash, the [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Dean of the Lyceum]]. It was entered into [[Formulaic_ritual#Imperial_Lore_and_the_Ritual_List\|Imperial lore]] shortly before Simargl surrendered his title as Dean. It is an extrapolation of the principles involved in common warding rituals, specifically [[There Is No Welcome Here]]. It [[enchantment\|enchants]] an area to make it hostile to heralds, eternals and other beings from the realms.

	Winter magic is, at its heart, a grim undertaking even when it can be seen as beneficial; [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Varushka_magical_traditions#Cabalists\|cabalists]] know that magic always comes with a price. In this case, those who shelter within the warded area feel cold almost all the time, unless they are actively warming themselves. Conversation quickly falters, and it is easy for a brooding silence to settle on all those within the warded area. Worse, those who sleep within the ward experience terrible dreams of being trapped within a cave whilst an unknown lurking evil sits brooding outside, waiting for the cold ~~or the~~ hunger or the madness that comes from long periods of being cooped up in an enclosed space to drive them from safety.		Winter magic is, at its heart, a grim undertaking even when it can be seen as beneficial; [[Varushka\|Varushkan]] [[Varushka_magical_traditions#Cabalists\|cabalists]] know that magic always comes with a price. In this case, those who shelter within the warded area feel cold almost all the time, unless they are actively warming themselves. Conversation quickly falters, and it is easy for a brooding silence to settle on all those within the warded area. Worse, those who sleep within the ward experience terrible dreams of being trapped within a cave whilst an unknown lurking evil sits brooding outside, waiting for the cold, hunger or the madness that comes from long periods of being cooped up in an enclosed space to drive them from safety.

	Some of the [[Highguard\|Highborn]] involved in codifying this ritual remarked that the dream cave appeared to be an actual place – there were reported similarities between the layout and the paintings on the walls of the cave which appears to be one of the famous painted caves of [[Miekarova]]. When questioned, Dean Simargl reportedly grunted non-committally and mocked the researchers until they went away.		Some of the [[Highguard\|Highborn]] involved in codifying this ritual remarked that the dream cave appeared to be an actual place – there were reported similarities between the layout and the paintings on the walls of the cave which appears to be one of the famous painted caves of [[Miekarova]]. When questioned, Dean Simargl reportedly grunted non-committally and mocked the researchers until they went away.
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	Like other wards, Retreat to the White Caves does not prevent a herald (or, in theory, an [[eternal\|eternal]]) from entering the protected area. Rather, it robs them of their ability to use their supernatural abilities while they are within the wards. It will, for example, prevent a herald from delivering a curse or performing any of their innate abilities. If it were performed in the Hall of Worlds, it is theorised that it would prevent any herald from entering the mortal world via the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|regio]] at [[Casinea#Anvil\|Anvil]]. Such a herald would require the active assistance of an Imperial magician to “lead them through.” The ward would not prevent the herald entering the Hall of Worlds from the eternal realms, and it is believed it would not stop them departing for their own realm – but fascinatingly it clarifies that the ability to enter the mortal realm is considered an active ability that can be robbed by magical [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|weakness]].		Like other wards, Retreat to the White Caves does not prevent a herald (or, in theory, an [[eternal\|eternal]]) from entering the protected area. Rather, it robs them of their ability to use their supernatural abilities while they are within the wards. It will, for example, prevent a herald from delivering a curse or performing any of their innate abilities. If it were performed in the Hall of Worlds, it is theorised that it would prevent any herald from entering the mortal world via the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|regio]] at [[Casinea#Anvil\|Anvil]]. Such a herald would require the active assistance of an Imperial magician to “lead them through.” The ward would not prevent the herald entering the Hall of Worlds from the eternal realms, and it is believed it would not stop them departing for their own realm – but fascinatingly it clarifies that the ability to enter the mortal realm is considered an active ability that can be robbed by magical [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|weakness]].

	The ward created by this ritual will last for an entire season - assuming the warding marks are not disturbed, In practice, if the area sees much use it is likely to be disrupted before the full three months has passed. No herald or direct emissary of an eternal can disturb the ward directly. Due to the duration, several researchers pointed out that it would be possible to [[Ilium#Using_Ilium_in_Rituals\|make this ritual ward permanent]] with sufficient [[ilium]] (sixty-nine rings in fact) but suggested that doing so might be a mistake – the ritual would still collapse if the warding runes were disturbed, taking the ilium with it.		The ward created by this ritual will last for an entire season - assuming the warding marks are not disturbed. In practice, if the area sees much use it is likely to be disrupted before the full three months has passed. No herald or direct emissary of an eternal can disturb the ward directly. Due to the duration, several researchers pointed out that it would be possible to [[Ilium#Using_Ilium_in_Rituals\|make this ritual ward permanent]] with sufficient [[ilium]] (sixty-nine rings in fact) but suggested that doing so might be a mistake – the ritual would still collapse if the warding runes were disturbed, taking the ilium with it.

	The crotchety [[Urizen]] [[Urizen_magical_traditions#Mages\|mage]] Lucien of the [[Zenith#The_Halls_of_Knowledge\|Halls of Knowledge]] (visiting the [[Madruga#The_Lyceum\|Lyceum]] to take advantage of the excellent climate during a particularly cold winter) gave an impromptu lecture regarding reliable methods of creating permanent wards. His suggestion was simply to craft the posts from stone – possibly white granite – and carve the runes of warding into them permanently. While this would not be foolproof it would mean that the disruption of the ward would require “malice rather than incompetence – which is always preferable.” He further went on to point out that, with crystal mana being considerably more common than ilium, permanent warding posts would be just as effective at anchoring this ritual in its existing form – it would simply need to be performed once each season. This would make these posts ideal for protecting any area for a long period of time.		The crotchety [[Urizen]] [[Urizen_magical_traditions#Mages\|mage]] Lucien of the [[Zenith#The_Halls_of_Knowledge\|Halls of Knowledge]] (visiting the [[Madruga#The_Lyceum\|Lyceum]] to take advantage of the excellent climate during a particularly cold winter) gave an impromptu lecture regarding reliable methods of creating permanent wards. His suggestion was simply to craft the posts from stone – possibly white granite – and carve the runes of warding into them permanently. While this would not be foolproof it would mean that the disruption of the ward would require “malice rather than incompetence – which is always preferable.” He further went on to point out that, with crystal mana being considerably more common than ilium, permanent warding posts would be just as effective at anchoring this ritual in its existing form – it would simply need to be performed once each season. This would make these posts ideal for protecting any area for a long period of time.

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	This ritual targets a building or well defined, walled area. It must be performed inside that location.		This ritual targets a building or well defined, walled area. It must be performed inside that location.

	At the completion, the area is warded against heralds of the [[eternals]]. Such a creature approaching the boundary is always aware that the area is warded; if it enters it is immediately [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|weakened]] for as long as it remains in the area. Even creatures that are larger-than-human-sized will be weakened by the power of the ward if they enter it.		At the completion, the area is warded against heralds of the [[eternal\|eternals]]. Such a creature approaching the boundary is always aware that the area is warded; if it enters it is immediately [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|weakened]] for as long as it remains in the area. Even creatures that are larger-than-human-sized will be weakened by the power of the ward if they enter it.

	The ward creates a powerful [[roleplaying effects\|roleplaying effect]]: mortals within the warded area feel cold and miserable, unless they are actively warming themselves. Those who sleep within the ward experience nightmares of being trapped within a cave whilst an unknown lurking evil sits brooding outside, waiting for the cold or hunger to drive them from safety. These effects are particularly pronounced for those with strong [[lineage]].		The ward creates a powerful [[roleplaying effects\|roleplaying effect]]: mortals within the warded area feel cold and miserable, unless they are actively warming themselves. Those who sleep within the ward experience nightmares of being trapped within a cave whilst an unknown lurking evil sits brooding outside, waiting for the cold or hunger to drive them from safety. These effects are particularly pronounced for those with strong [[lineage]].
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	Some of the [[Highguard\|Highborn]] involved in codifying this ritual remarked that the dream cave appeared to be an actual place – there were reported similarities between the layout and the paintings on the walls of the cave which appears to be one of the famous painted caves of [[Miekarova]]. When questioned, Dean Simargl reportedly grunted non-committally and mocked the researchers until they went away.		Some of the [[Highguard\|Highborn]] involved in codifying this ritual remarked that the dream cave appeared to be an actual place – there were reported similarities between the layout and the paintings on the walls of the cave which appears to be one of the famous painted caves of [[Miekarova]]. When questioned, Dean Simargl reportedly grunted non-committally and mocked the researchers until they went away.

	Like other wards, Retreat to the White Caves does not prevent a herald (or, in theory, an [[eternal]]) from entering the protected area. Rather, it robs them of their ability to use their supernatural abilities while they are within the wards. It will, for example, prevent a herald from delivering a curse or performing any of their innate abilities. If it were performed in the Hall of Worlds, it is theorised that it would prevent any herald from entering the mortal world via the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|regio]] at [[Casinea#Anvil\|Anvil]]. Such a herald would require the active assistance of an Imperial magician to “lead them through.” The ward would not prevent the herald entering the Hall of Worlds from the eternal realms, and it is believed it would not stop them departing for their own realm – but fascinatingly it clarifies that the ability to enter the mortal realm is considered an active ability that can be robbed by magical [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|weakness]].		Like other wards, Retreat to the White Caves does not prevent a herald (or, in theory, an [[eternal\|eternal]]) from entering the protected area. Rather, it robs them of their ability to use their supernatural abilities while they are within the wards. It will, for example, prevent a herald from delivering a curse or performing any of their innate abilities. If it were performed in the Hall of Worlds, it is theorised that it would prevent any herald from entering the mortal world via the [[Regio#The_Imperial_Regio\|regio]] at [[Casinea#Anvil\|Anvil]]. Such a herald would require the active assistance of an Imperial magician to “lead them through.” The ward would not prevent the herald entering the Hall of Worlds from the eternal realms, and it is believed it would not stop them departing for their own realm – but fascinatingly it clarifies that the ability to enter the mortal realm is considered an active ability that can be robbed by magical [[Calls#WEAKNESS\|weakness]].

	The ward created by this ritual will last for an entire season - assuming the warding marks are not disturbed, In practice, if the area sees much use it is likely to be disrupted before the full three months has passed. No herald or direct emissary of an eternal can disturb the ward directly. Due to the duration, several researchers pointed out that it would be possible to [[Ilium#Using_Ilium_in_Rituals\|make this ritual ward permanent]] with sufficient [[ilium]] (sixty-nine rings in fact) but suggested that doing so might be a mistake – the ritual would still collapse if the warding runes were disturbed, taking the ilium with it.		The ward created by this ritual will last for an entire season - assuming the warding marks are not disturbed, In practice, if the area sees much use it is likely to be disrupted before the full three months has passed. No herald or direct emissary of an eternal can disturb the ward directly. Due to the duration, several researchers pointed out that it would be possible to [[Ilium#Using_Ilium_in_Rituals\|make this ritual ward permanent]] with sufficient [[ilium]] (sixty-nine rings in fact) but suggested that doing so might be a mistake – the ritual would still collapse if the warding runes were disturbed, taking the ilium with it.