Implements (Action)
Heroic Action Role-Play |
Foci used to enhance Blast effects.
Name | Hands | Size | Range | Damage | Properties |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Astrolabe | 2H | Medium | Long | 5 | Reload, 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 | 4 | |
Tablet | 2H | Small | Long | 5 | Reload, Slick |
Tome | 1H | Large | Long | 4 | Static |
Wand | 1H | Small | Medium | 3 |
What foci you can use depends on your tradition.
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.
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 ad 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.