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Leliana's Quirks: Reaving Apprentice

Posted: Wed Jun 03, 2020 8:55 am
by Leliana
Apprentice Quirk: Burning Bond

Leliana's Reaving Rune has become increasingly bound to her well-being, as it is the first inscribed on her skin by her father, somewhat imbued with an echo of his strong paternal instinct. The Pact weapons that she manifest seem to have a mind of their own with a desire to only be wielded by her or an incredibly close and trusted companion. If picked up by a stranger or enemy, the weapon will quickly grow white hot until it burns the hand of its target then return to her or disappear if she is unable to wield it.

This heat can effectively melt through most coverings that might be protecting the enemy's fingers, but if not still causes a searing pain until the victim physically lets go. In order for a weapon not to harm another individual that touches it they must be given express permission by Leliana to wield it, nonverbal or otherwise, the Rune itself must recognize that person as a true ally if permission cannot be given, or they must have a strong affinity for heat and fire.

If the weapon is unable to retaliate effectively it will still dismiss itself immediately or return to Leliana, refusing to be wielded by any foe.

Re: Leliana's Quirks: Reaving Apprentice

Posted: Sat Jun 13, 2020 9:44 pm
by Mirage


Good day to you!

I think I see where you are going with this quirk, and while it seems to fit the general theme of Reaving, it feels like an ability that is either a later stage quirk manifestation or one which utilizes an advanced form of the ability Varnish in combination with Elementalism (Mind you at apprentice level the effects would not be as strong as is described here). This quirk assigns a very high level of independent action to the reaving weapon, especially for an apprentice level quirk.

It looks like you are going for a quirk series that strengths the connection between Leliana and her weapon on a more personal and intimate level. The magic itself is set up to allow something like that to develop naturally through various combinations of abilities. I suggest taking a step back with this quirk and look at what you want overall from this magic quirk-wise. Remember quirks manifest based on the individual's specific use of the magic, and they do not change how the magic functions at a fundamental level.

If you would like to discuss possible ways of reworking this quirk, or breaking it apart and simplifying it down to the apprentice level, please feel free to PM me or catch me on Discord ^.^

Question your Reality,
Mirage