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Comets of Zalonia

 

Like Earth, there are comets that pass by the skies seen from Aztharian. Some people believe that certain kinds of magic can be used when a comet is visible in the sky. There are certain magic spells that are related to certain comets, especially the ones that pass by more regularly. Here are the known comets and their purpose.

Zagarth

This comet passes by about every 83 years and remains in the sky and can be seen by the human naked eye for about 2 weeks. Species with stronger eye sight can see it for longer. It appears about 6 weeks when it comes to elves and about 12 weeks when it comes to the medes. It is believed that this comet increases psychic abilities and it is a good time to use the Mystic Prophecy cards.

Celestara’s Glimmer

Known for its radiant blue tail that lights up the night sky. It passes by every 233 years. The magical quality of this comet is Starlight Infusion, which temporarily enhances the caster’s magical abilities, making their spells more potent. The ritual is performed under the comet’s glow, the caster draws starlight into a crystal, which is then worn or held to channel the enhanced power. Celestara’s Glimmer: Appearing once every 233 years, it is said that those who make a wish upon Celestara’s Glimmer are granted clarity and vision for their future.

Frostfire Comet

Emits a shimmering, icy glow and is said to bring a chill wherever it passes. This comet comes around every 124 years. The type of magic used with this comet is called the Celestial Ward. It creates a protective barrier around a person or place, imbued with the comet’s energy. The ritual requires the caster to inscribe protective runes on the ground or on an object, invoking the comet’s name.

Dragon’s Breath Comet

Leaves a fiery trail and is associated with powerful elemental magic. This comet is the shortest one and comes around every 59 years. This comet wasn’t known until the Fifth Age, which is the only age that uses air, fire, water, earth, and spirit as the elements. Simple to very complex rituals can be performed when this comet comes around. Note:

Mystra’s Veil

Named after a legendary sorceress, this comet is said to veil the world in a mystical aura. The comet comes by every 147 years. This magic used with this comet is Astral Beacon:

Effect: Summons celestial beings or spirits to aid the caster. Ritual: Performed by lighting a special beacon or bonfire under the comet’s light, using specific herbs and incantations. Believed to be the manifestation of the sorceress Mystra’s power, this comet’s sighting is often accompanied by a surge in magical phenomena.

Glows with a golden light, believed to be a sign of divine favor. The comet comes around once every 401 years. and Rituals During Comet Sightings have to do with prosperity. However, one must approach the ritual in a certain way while facing the north and burning a green and brown candle. Magical Spells Seraph’s Wing.

Seraph’s Wing

A harbinger of hope, its golden light is seen as a divine blessing, and its arrival is celebrated with festivals and rituals of thanksgiving. Eclipse Enchantment Effect: Temporarily cloaks the caster or an object in shadow, rendering them invisible. Comes around every 72 years. Ritual: Must be cast when the comet is directly overhead, using a piece of obsidian and a reflective surface. Chrono

Shift Effect: Allows the caster to manipulate time slightly, either slowing it down or speeding it up. Comes around every 78 years. Ritual: Involves creating a timepiece infused with comet dust, which is used to channel the temporal magic.

Frostfire Comet Appearing during the coldest winters, it brings with it both destruction and renewal, as its icy flames cleanse the land. Usually, a destructive kind of magic comes from magic under this comet, which comes around every 90 years.

Dragon’s Breath Comet

Feared and revered, its appearance is often a sign of great change, marking the rise of new leaders or the fall of old empires. It orbits every 86 years and can be seen for over a week when it passes by. The magic used for this type of magic is generally dark and used on those who are under attack.

Like Earth, there are comets that pass by the skies seen from Aztharian. Some people believe that certain kinds of magic can be used when a comet is visible in the sky. There are certain magic spells that are related to certain comets, especially the ones that pass by more regularly. Here are the known comets and their purpose.

Zagarth

This comet passes by about every 83 years and remains in the sky and can be seen by the human naked eye for about 2 weeks. Species with stronger eye sight can see it for longer. It appears about 6 weeks when it comes to elves and about 12 weeks when it comes to the medes. It is believed that this comet increases psychic abilities and it is a good time to use the Mystic Prophecy cards.

Celestara’s Glimmer:

Known for its radiant blue tail that lights up the night sky. It passes by every 233 years. The magical quality of this comet is Starlight Infusion, which temporarily enhances the caster’s magical abilities, making their spells more potent. The ritual is performed under the comet’s glow, the caster draws starlight into a crystal, which is then worn or held to channel the enhanced power.

Celestara’s Glimmer: Appearing once every 233 years, it is said that those who make a wish upon Celestara’s Glimmer are granted clarity and vision for their future.

Frostfire Comet

Emits a shimmering, icy glow and is said to bring a chill wherever it passes. This comet comes around every 124 years. The type of magic used with this comet is called the Celestial Ward. It creates a protective barrier around a person or place, imbued with the comet’s energy. The ritual requires the caster to inscribe protective runes on the ground or on an object, invoking the comet’s name.

Dragon’s Breath Comet:

Leaves a fiery trail and is associated with powerful elemental magic. This comet is the shortest one and comes around every 59 years. This comet wasn’t known until the Fifth Age, which is the only age that uses air, fire, water, earth, and spirit as the elements. Simple to very complex rituals can be performed when this comet comes around. Note: Perhaps Xandria uses this magic in the fourth book.

Mystra’s Veil

Named after a legendary sorceress, this comet is said to veil the world in a mystical aura. The comet comes by every 147 years. This magic used with this comet is Astral Beacon: Effect: Summons celestial beings or spirits to aid the caster. Ritual: Performed by lighting a special beacon or bonfire under the comet’s light, using specific herbs and incantations. Believed to be the manifestation of the sorceress Mystra’s power, this comet’s sighting is often accompanied by a surge in magical phenomena.

Seraph’s Wing

Glows with a golden light, believed to be a sign of divine favor. The comet comes around once every 401 years. Magical Spells and Rituals During Comet Sightings have to do with prosperity. However, one must approach the ritual in a certain way while facing the north and burning a green and brown candle.

Seraph’s Wing: A harbinger of hope, its golden light is seen as a divine blessing, and its arrival is celebrated with festivals and rituals of thanksgiving.

Eclipse Enchantment

Effect: Temporarily cloaks the caster or an object in shadow, rendering them invisible. Comes around every 72 years. Ritual: Must be cast when the comet is directly overhead, using a piece of obsidian and a reflective surface.

Chrono Shift

Effect: Allows the caster to manipulate time slightly, either slowing it down or speeding it up. Comes around every 78 years. Ritual: Involves creating a timepiece infused with comet dust, which is used to channel the temporal magic.

Frostfire Comet

Appearing during the coldest winters, it brings with it both destruction and renewal, as its icy flames cleanse the land. Usually, a destructive kind of magic comes from magic under this comet, which comes around every 90 years.

Dragon’s Breath Comet

Feared and revered, its appearance is often a sign of great change, marking the rise of new leaders or the fall of old empires. It orbits every 86 years and can be seen for over a week when it passes by. The magic used for this type of magic is generally dark and used on those who are under attack.