Implements (Action)

Heroic Action Role-Play

Foci used to enhance Blast effects.

Name	Hands	Size	Range	Damage	Properties
Astrolabe	2H	Medium	Long	5	Static
Banner	2H	Large	Long	5	Static
Dagger	1H	Small	Short	4
Great Mask	0H	Large	Medium	4
Icon	2H	Large	Medium	5
Mask	0H	Small	Short	3
Orb	1H	Small	Long	3	Static
Rod	1H	Medium	Medium	4
Staff	2H	Large	Medium	3	Block
Sword	1H	Medium	Short	5
Symbol	1H	Small	Short	2	Block
Tablet	2H	Small	Long	5	Reload
Tome	1H	Large	Long	4	Static
Wand	1H	Small	Medium	3

Reading the Table

What foci you can use depends on your tradition. Most traits of blast focus only apply to the Mind-based damage of Blast attacks, but some aspects, such as range, applies to most power.

The damage type of a blast focus depends on the blast it is used with.

Astrolabe

An astrolabe is a mechanical device of Clockwork complexity, used to calculate various astrological, supernatural, or mathematical relationships. It is frail and takes a fair bit of time to operate. An abacus functions the same way and is less technologically sophisticated.

Banner

A banner is a large, clumsy symbol, that is hard to carry around and that needs to be solidly planted to function. A tabernacle, portable altar, or bulky radio array can have the same function.

Dagger

A simple dagger or knife, which can also function as a weapon. Daggers used as foci are often of silver, obsidian, or some other special substance.

Great Mask

A great mask covers the face and upper body of the wearer, making you very distinctive but concealing your identity. You focus your power by assuming a ritual identity trough the mask.

Icon

A painting, pennant, reliquary or other object held to focus power. A ritual staff can be an icon rather than a staff if it is very ceremonial in nature.

Mask

A mask covering all or part of the face focuses your power by making you more mysterious and by identifying with mysterious powers.

Orb

A round object held in the hand. This can be a small crystal ball, an egg, a symbolic depiction of the earth or the night sky. It is associated with control and rulership.

Rod

A Baton about a meter in length, often heavily decorated. Can be used as an Improvised melee weapon in a pinch.

Staff

A staff, about as long as the wearer, usually of gnarled wood but more elaborate staves fit certain traditions. A symbol of serenity and defense. Can be used as a Quarterstaff in a pinch. A staff can be used as a focus in one hand, but loses the Block property when used that way.

Symbol

A small hand-held icon that grants personal protection and close-range defense.

Sword

Some kind of one-handed sword used as a focus, this represents nobility, courage, and domination.

Tablet

A wax or stone tablet used to make quick calculations.

Tome

A book of lore from which you read or recite passages or formulas.

Wand

A small convenient stick used to point at enemies.