change from one status or condition to another. The Door is invoked in ceremonies to mark the passage into adulthood of children; it is also commonly invoked

Experiments have shown that auras created with liao ceremonies still affect orcs as do ceremonies such as insight and testimony so the majority of synod

power of some divine being through their warped approaches to religious ceremonies. While the propagation of blasphemous cults and the worship of false gods

many consider it fortunate to have a cambion bishop perform important ceremonies. The most successful often follow the fashion of capping their horns with

the Way. Unlike Imperial or Sumaah priests, however, they eschew using ceremonies which create auras (specifically they employ anointing, consecration,

weddings, funerals, births, victories, defeats, change of leadership, ceremonies of adulthood - will lead to both spoken and sung toasts. A typical Varushkan

enough to touch, you can determine the name of any specific rituals or ceremonies that could be used to discover more information about it. This effect

for interested citizens to come and discuss the finer points of the many ceremonies known by Imperial citizens. The most valuable tools used are the icons

by those who followed in her footsteps. As a result, Freeborn religious ceremonies place their emphasis on celebration rather than sermons. They celebrate

by extensive study of legends, relics, pure liao visions and priestly ceremonies to determine the truth and power of qualities. The seven Virtues are acknowledged

scriveners are the backbone of Freeborn economic life. Freeborn religious ceremonies tend to place their emphasis on celebration rather than sermons. Many

Urizen lore. Treacher's Quill was apparently part of a grimoire called the Ceremonies of the Black Drop Society. Three months later, a further five rituals

There have been spires devoted to the study of boundaries, of ageing, of ceremonies, of symbols, and perhaps most recursively, to the study of the studies

they perform the relevant ceremony. A priest of the Way may also use the Dreams of Courage when they use the dedication ceremony to provide a pilgrim with

this celebratory role, sutannir are also called on to conduct important ceremonies such as the coming of age or a wedding. Sutannir make no apologies for

same way that humans do. Although preachers cannot learn to perform liao ceremonies, and cannot become dedicated to a particular virtue, they can still preach

perform a liao ceremony even if they are dedicated to different virtues. Each member of the sect who cooperates to perform the ceremony may use a single

make them receptive to the voices of their ancestors. If successful these ceremonies open the ears of the orcs to the words of the ancestors, allowing them

looking to root out heresy and those guilty of less-than-virtuous behaviour. Ceremonies such as the Day of the Dead procession reinforce the idea that the living

they perform the relevant ceremony. A priest of the Way may also use the Dreams of Ambition when they use the dedication ceremony to provide a pilgrim with

concealed from the insight skill and similar effects. You cannot use any Liao ceremonies or use imperial liao while bonded to this item, and you either do not

effects, such as those created by the hallow, consecration, or anointing ceremonies. Again, it does not even register the existence of such effects. Casting

they perform the relevant ceremony. A priest of the Way may also use the Dreams of Pride when they use the dedication ceremony to provide a pilgrim with

have even used auras such as these to support spurious claims that the ceremonies used by priests of the Way are just magic. Worse, they have even been

powers of a priest. This includes the powers of the Synod, as well as liao ceremonies. Desecration: The removal of spontaneously created virtuous auras such

Orchard produces four bright red apples; pieces of fruit that can be used in ceremonies when performed by someone dedicated to Prosperity This title is appointed

There is a strongly-held belief in some sects that certain ceremonies have effects that will follow a dying person into the Labyrinth. They believe that

were especially keen to learn the intricacies of liao use, especially the ceremonies of excommunication, and insight. While they had clearly studied the Way

preparation also allowed the user to perceive the effects of certain religious ceremonies, without the use of liao. Form: Infusion. Description: This crumbly red

younger apprentice who learns the storytelling craft and the priestly ceremonies by travelling alongside the older priest. ...could not see the Wisdom

Empress Lisabetta married Juha the Cave Spider of Varushka in a private ceremony held in the Senate building during the Anvil summit. At the Summer Solstice

substance called liao. They used liao to experience visions, and in other ceremonies, that revealed the Labyrinth of Ages. This enlightenment, about the immortal

then subjected to horrific torture and malice. Through the use of twisted ceremonies and powerful infusions of unknown herbs, the Druj twisted the very spirit

Processing resource enchantments or personal enchantments Performing liao ceremonies Not all members of the civil service or egregore team can help with basic

The Palace of Orieb was once home to two "shrines" that were used for ceremonies in which the ghulai of the Bone Serpent clan made offerings to their "spirit

they can still be dedicated to a virtue, even if they cannot employ the ceremonies of a priest. Requires a dose of liao and at least ten seconds appropriate

as part of the procedure, but while they have performed many of these ceremonies, they do not know everything. The simplest piece of advice is this: the

with a stole of a single colour. Some priests, especially when performing ceremonies, cover their entire face with a veil or shawl, in honour of the Veiled

metal candlesticks, in which beeswax candles are burnt during exorcism ceremonies. Form: Weapon. Takes the form of an icon. You must be holding this item

mirrors, cowls and veils or donations of clothing. Similarly, symbolic ceremonies of adoption or marriage might be employed, often followed by an equally

directly interact with or influence the Imperial Virtues in the way that Liao Ceremonies do. While Irremais may be evoked to grant wisdom, it has no special ability

lore shortly before the Winter Solstice 384YE, as part of a book entitled Ceremonies of the Black Drop Society. The attendants of the Great Library were deeply

important for allowing them access to the liao they need to practice their ceremonies than for the votes they provide in the Imperial Synod. Reikos is about

times, finding them overly dogmatic and too focused on the pursuit of liao ceremonies over personal spirituality. In a letter to Erigo, who was an early devotee

The easiest way for an Imperial citizen to create an aura is using a liao ceremony and the appropriate skill. People experience auras in different ways -

Over winter of 2013/2014 we carried out a review of the rules from the third year of Empire. As a result of that review we implemented some changes to

Through this ceremony, a priest can place powerful, enduring marks on a living subject, which are visible to the insight ceremony. The Way teaches that

Tisanes of the Labyrinth Liao-based preparations that empower religious ceremonies with extra strength. Tonics of the Deep Forest Potions that enhance a

the "Temple of Tempest Jade". On more than one occasion, spies reported ceremonies atop the cliffs in which shackled slaves were forced to leap to their

broken or worn beyond repair, League Troupes perform a funeral with great ceremony for it, attending masked and dressed as dramaturgical characters enacting

us know about any character deaths that take place, or any rituals or ceremonies performed. You can find a form for providing post-event feedback here

symbol of Loyalty throughout the Empire, and are often used as part of a ceremony where someone undertakes an obligation for another, or as a part of marriage

presentation as part of a girding ceremony - the favour is usually the last piece of equipment attached during the ceremony. Likewise, ritual magic in Dawn

relationship between troubadours and the people, and generally fairly little ceremony between them. The tales recounted by troubadours often include reference

escape. Over the years, a number of priests have performed the insight ceremony on vallornspawn husks. The results have been contradictory and confusing

can bring to mind the twisting paths of the Maze and perform an insight ceremony - quick or thorough - following all the normal rules but without the requirement

new Navarr mingle their blood with all other Navarr who have attended the ceremony, and receive the traditional Navarr tattoo, called the Binding of Thorns

not generally accepted as a true liao ceremony in its own right. Rather, some priests adapt the dedication ceremony that allows a priest and a pilgrim to

cause problems in the future. The Illarawm are very concerned about the ceremony of exorcism They would like the Senate to make it illegal to exorcise orc

requirement for a referee to be involved in every single ceremony. In the end most ceremonies still require the use of a referee, but we were able to introduce

market towners often have a second ceremony in which they beat the bounds of their shop or workplace. The ceremony is designed to remind all of the size

supernatural cause. Spiritual Wounds affect the soul and require the insight ceremony to diagnose. Spiritual wounds affect the soul of the target and are often

significance to any transition from one stage of life to another - a marriage ceremony may sometimes involve these two runes being drawn on the hands of the participants

was entombed in a small three-sided pyramid in the Necropolis, without ceremony. A trio of Urizen sentinels stand guard outside the pyramid to this day;

advice they sought; and how to forge a permanent connection through the ceremony of the Living Bridge. Their techniques for embracing new ancestors are

braid is usually burned as part of a ceremony of unburdening. Braiding in Play Braiding can form part of any ceremony in which characters declare a commitment

Astute, and of course an Icon of the Wise. It allows a priest to perform ceremonies as if they were dedicated to the virtue of Wisdom. It generally takes

liao to perform ceremonies which influence and affect the fate of their fellow citizens' souls. Few citizens consider these ceremonies to be magical -

and performing music for all important civic events, local festivals and ceremonies. While individual members may also perform as individuals and in smaller

trained in the ceremony of anointing to rekindle the passions of a target, replenishing their spiritual strength. As with any religious ceremony of the Way

bond with those who are travelling. This is usually done using a small ceremony or simple arcane rite designed to epitomize the nation's spirit. Invoking

a Varushkan leaves their family for the first time, there is usually a ceremony to mark the occasion, a celebration that culminates with one or more gifts

rituals have more prestige than those who know only the basic rites and ceremonies. There is fierce competition among warlocks like Orathator to possess

powerful geas, never to share the Law with those outside Wintermark. The ceremony is conducted at the heart of the tomb in the presence of the Wintermark

that uses one is careful to ensure that it plays a central role in their ceremonies. A covenstone is a potent representation of the bonds that tie a coven

Ander Thresher in 250YE, it still possessed a potent ability to aid the ceremony of exorcism and was imbued with a "singular aura". Sadly the item was lost

with several other icons, allow a priest to perform or assist with a liao ceremony that they have not personally mastered. The Icon of the Witness is often

relatively little fuss, in Dawn they are intended to be moments of pomp and ceremony, the better to reflect the glory of those involved. Crucially only those

some other icons, this ceremonial tool allows a priest to perform a Liao ceremony. These icons often bear images of paragons and exemplars closely associated

the year The Free Folk seek tutelage in the use of liao to perform the ceremonies Imperial priests take for granted. The national assembly of Highguard

School of Architecture, opened by the master architect himself in a grand ceremony during which he received an honorary degree. He gave regular lectures before

page relating to use of the insight ceremony. It talks about the contradictory results received when using the ceremony on bodies animated by the vallorn

and wounds on ritualists. It is possible for a priest to use the exorcism ceremony to dismiss a spirit prematurely. In the case of most spirits called by

Notes: The High Exorcist advises the Military Council on the use of liao ceremonies on the battlefield. They were one of the titles affected by the Constitutional

forth around the spears, sussuration, some voices stronger than others. The ceremony complete, he stood a little straighter, throwing out his arms. "We are

bear the mantle can be intense. Those who choose not to partake in the ceremony are encouraged to wear a black sash to display their choice and it is not

but it is fundamentally an empty husk. Bodies are interred with minimal ceremony in quiet mausolea built on the lower slopes beneath a spire. They are rarely

addition denoting the end of the ceremony, he is careful not to let the surprise register on his face. With the ceremony complete, and the show over, the

Highborn iconography, and form a key part of decoration, architecture, and ceremony; they are a potent symbol of the virtue of Vigilance. A common design used

Lantern Ring as regalia. The ring allows a wearer versed in the insight ceremony who performs a thorough insight to discover if the person whose aura they

they perform the relevant ceremony. A priest of the Way may also use the Dreams of Vigilance when they use the dedication ceremony to provide a pilgrim with

they perform the relevant ceremony. A priest of the Way may also use the Dreams of Wisdom when they use the dedication ceremony to provide a pilgrim with

they perform the relevant ceremony. A priest of the Way may also use the Dreams of Prosperity when they use the dedication ceremony to provide a pilgrim with

of a Wassail After every harvest, Marcher farmers perform a traditional ceremony, a Wassail, to scare away evil spirits from the fields and ensure a good

spire is “mature” enough to be self-sustaining. At that point a formal ceremony is held in which the two spires become independent but political ties often

appear superficial; the arcane mark is not visible to a priest using the ceremony of insight, or a mystic consuming Ravenwing Infusion; it is visible only

Spiritually, an excommunicated person is held to be beyond redemption. Ceremonies performed upon a citizen who is the subject of a writ of excommunication

sounds of the old culture. Painted - often sung during the binding of Thorns ceremony Ten Thousand Miles - song of love/travelling. Thorn Battle Cadence‎ - A

sleep for those who join their wild dancing. The Jotun have their own ceremonies; marking the darkest hour of the night with the mournful horns that recognise

lifestyle. He soon discovered that the ring offered an unexpected benefit; ceremonies designed to read the aura failed utterly when used on him. Within a few