Divination charts

Much more detailed than a simple starchart, the celestial charts are a collection of star maps, charts, calculations and algorithms, some vellum celestial charts are used by Moon Mages as a divination tool. Most often used by those of the Celestial Compact, the charts take an unusually logical approach to fortunetelling. By studying the current positions of heavenly bodies and plotting out their course, mages are able to determine how the movements of the stars will affect future events.

Not to be confused with the starcharts sold at Konezu's Lenses in Therenborough, which merely tell you where constellations lay in which seasion, Celestial Charts are a tool to help you predict the future.

Celestial Charts consist of four pages - Zodiac Map, Planetary Alignment, Stellar Algorithms, and Celestial Anomalies. Over time, the quality of the charts will change, either for the better (You notice a small error in the charts, and jot a note correcting it for later readings) or for worse (Your hand stumbles slightly, smudging the ink on the charts. You try to clean it up, but it's definitely going to leave a mark). The outcome of your predictions may also change the quality of your charts for the better (On yet another chart, you determine that the relative positions of the planets indicates a beneficial influence on an undetermined expertise) or worse (A sudden miasma of fear grips you as the future goes very dark. It slowly clears and you look down to see your charts crinkled in your tightened fist).

Use

Like most other types of predictions, you'll want to make one (or several) successful observations before you attempt a prediction. The more full your pool is, the better chance there is for you to have a beneficial prediction. You will also need to ALIGN, and will need to rub your charts to bond them to you.

When you are prepared to make your prediction, simply STUDY CHART. If you wish to make a prediction for someone specific, STUDY CHART WITH (PLAYER). Casting spells such as clear vision, piercing gaze, aura sight, or seer's sense have been suggested as ways to improve your chances for a beneficial prediction.

When Used

You sort through your celestial charts and pull out a large sheaf filled with intricate diagrams and markings. Doing a few calculations in your head and referring to several other sheets, you are able to plot the course of most of a constellation into the early part of the month of Uthmor the Giant. On yet another chart, you determine that the relative positions of the planets indicates a positive influence on teaching.

Notes

• RP Verbs that can be used with charts: wave, trace, shake, turn, stare (different messages for rolled and unrolled).
• These can be bought from the wandering Dwarf in Leth Deriel, near the Ankis Dir observatory.