Study
Study Talents encompass the multifaceted fields of research and archival sciences, ranging from the nuances of culture and language to alchemical studies, the observation of the mundane world, and the analysis of the mystical elements surrounding Pannotia. Those who pursue Study Talents are typically of a scholarly disposition, demonstrating a profound investment in the specialized knowledge preserved throughout the various archives of Pannotia.
| Academic Studies encompasses the ability to approach a wide variety of topics from a scientifically educated angle. This is split into natural history & natural philosophy, representing the observational and analytical sciences respectively - in modern terms, primarily the fields of biology/geology, and physics/chemistry. Investing only grants one of these, which must be specified on the character application, but Academics may be invested in twice. | |||
| Tier | Description | ||
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| Tier 1 |
At 1 talent point, the academic operates at a practiced level, possessing the foundational scientific education necessary to analyze various phenomena and conduct simple, structured experiments in-game. This level of study grants access to the regular archives, allowing for basic research and information gathering through ticket queries. As a practiced academic, they can begin to contribute to the understanding of the natural world or philosophical thought, though their studies are often limited in scope and impact. This talent provides a solid base in either natural history or natural philosophy. | ||
| Tier 2 |
At 2 talent points, the academic operates at a professional level, demonstrating advanced scientific or philosophical expertise. They are eligible to serve as an adjunct professor or lawyer, roles signifying their professional standing and ability to apply their specialized knowledge in a societal or institutional context. This level of skill allows them to spearhead larger research projects, benefiting from bonuses to necessary rolls for success and granting access to specialist archives for more in-depth information gathering through ticket queries. This professional proficiency enables the academic to make significant contributions to their field of study. | ||
| Tier 3 |
At 3 talent points, the academic operates at a master level, signifying the highest echelon of scientific or philosophical achievement. They are eligible for the most prestigious societal and institutional roles, such as serving as a full professor or magistrate, demonstrating their profound influence and authoritative standing. This mastery allows them to lead major research projects, benefiting from an extra bonus to necessary rolls for success and granting access to the most restricted or secret archives for ticket queries. This unparalleled skill and access affords a chance of directly uncovering crucial elements of lore. | ||
| Apothecary encompasses the ability to create and apply alchemical solutions, create new concoctions, apply both first aid and prolonged medical treatment, and perform surgery. | |||
| Tier | Description | ||
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| Tier 1 |
At 1 talent point, the apothecary operates at a practiced level, possessing the foundational competence necessary to provide immediate medical assistance and create simple alchemical solutions. This initial proficiency allows them to fully heal others through one hour of dedicated medical roleplay (RP). Furthermore, they can reliably utilize Tier 1 alchemy, creating basic concoctions for minor effects or relief. As a practiced apothecary, they provide a reliable source of initial aid and entry-level potion crafting. | ||
| Tier 2 |
At 2 talent points, the apothecary operates at a professional level, demonstrating advanced competence in both practical medical application and the art of alchemy. This enhanced skill allows them to fully heal others with only thirty minutes of dedicated medical roleplay (RP), significantly reducing the time required for treatment. Furthermore, they are proficient in Tier 2 alchemy, enabling the creation of more complex and potent concoctions with intermediate effects. This professional proficiency establishes the apothecary as a highly valuable source of timely medical aid and specialized alchemical solutions. | ||
| Tier 3 |
At 3 talent points, the apothecary operates at a master level, demonstrating the pinnacle of medical and alchemical expertise. This profound skill allows them to heal others in a fraction of the time, requiring only fifteen minutes of dedicated medical roleplay (RP). Furthermore, they possess an unparalleled mastery of Tier 3 alchemy, enabling the creation of the most complex, potent, and rare concoctions with powerful and lasting effects. This mastery establishes the apothecary as the foremost authority in medical treatment and advanced alchemical synthesis. | ||
| Arcane Studies encompasses the ability to apply a deep understanding of the underlying principles of the arcane sciences, access to special archives, and the art of imbuement - enchanting objects with spells or minor effects. | |||
| Tier | Description | ||
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| Tier 1 |
At 1 talent point, the student of the arcane operates at a practiced level, possessing the fundamental comprehension of esoteric principles and forces necessary to analyze various magical phenomena and conduct simple, structured experiments. This initial proficiency grants access to the regular archives, allowing for basic research and information gathering through ticket queries. Furthermore, they can reliably create Tier 1 imbuements, enchanting objects with minor effects, and gain a familiar to aid them in their studies. This level provides a solid foundation in the practical and theoretical aspects of the arcane sciences. | ||
| Tier 2 |
At 2 talent points, the student of the arcane operates at a professional level, possessing advanced insight into magical principles and their practical application. They are eligible to serve as an adjunct professor, a role that acknowledges their professional standing within academic institutions. This level of skill allows them to spearhead larger research projects, benefiting from bonuses to necessary rolls for success and granting access to specialist archives for more in-depth information gathering through ticket queries. Furthermore, they can reliably create Tier 2 imbuements, enchanting objects with more complex effects. | ||
| Tier 3 |
At 3 talent points, the student of the arcane operates at a master level, signifying the highest command of esoteric principles and magical practical application. They are eligible to serve as a full professor, demonstrating profound influence and authoritative standing within academic circles. This mastery allows them to lead major research projects, benefiting from an extra bonus to necessary rolls for success, and granting access to the most restricted or secret archives for ticket queries. Furthermore, they possess an unparalleled ability to create Tier 3 imbuements, enchanting objects with the most complex, potent, and lasting magical effects. | ||
| Language Studies encompasses the ability to work with the written and spoken word, both in the form of creating & analysing literary works, and in the knowledge of languages ordinary, long-lost or even entirely unknown. | |||
| Tier | Description | ||
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| Tier 1 |
At 1 talent point, the student of languages possesses the foundational competence required to navigate the world of written and spoken word, allowing them to comprehend and utilize up to seven different languages. This initial proficiency establishes them as highly capable polyglots, able to communicate effectively across multiple cultures and access diverse forms of information. Their abilities are centered on the reliable use of extant languages, providing a solid base for both literary analysis and international communication. As a student of languages, they are well-equipped to begin working with texts and conversations far beyond their native tongue. | ||
| Tier 2 |
At 2 talent points, the student of languages demonstrates advanced competence, enabling them to comprehend and fluently utilize up to ten different languages. This professional proficiency extends to the analytical ability to reliably identify and categorize languages they have not previously encountered. This enhanced capacity makes them invaluable for diplomatic communication, complex textual analysis, and groundwork research into uncatalogued cultural artifacts or historical documents. They are established as an expert philologist, capable of bridging significant linguistic divides. | ||
| Tier 3 |
At 3 talent points, the student of languages signifies the highest command over all forms of communication. They possess the unparalleled ability to comprehend and fluently utilize every language in existence, allowing them to communicate universally. Furthermore, this profound skill enables them to decipher and translate even unknown or dead languages, unlocking ancient or hidden texts and communications. As a master of the written word, they are also famous, allowing them to directly access minor NPC dignitaries and politicians in progressions due to their high profile. | ||
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