Ring of Mind's Pierce

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A mithril ring with a lens-like crystal; +2 Investigation/Arcana and advantage against illusions

wondrous
  • ring
  • investigation
  • arcana
  • illusion
  • slanted-circle
  • magic-item
  • session-11-loot

Ring of Mind’s Pierce

A slim band of pale mithril inset with a tiny, lens-like crystal that seems to focus thought itself. Held to the eye, the crystal slightly distorts what it shows — sharpening some details, softening others, as if it is selecting which truths the wearer is allowed to perceive.

Properties

Wondrous item (ring), rare (requires attunement)

  • Weight: 0.1 lb
  • Price: 2,400 gp

Usage

While wearing the ring, you gain a +2 bonus to Investigation and Arcana checks. You also have advantage on saving throws against illusion spells.

Lore

Forged by the Slanted Circle’s cabal of truthseekers, this ring was used to unravel deceptions and pierce false glamours. The Circle’s interest in truth is selective — they wanted truthseekers in their ranks not to expose lies generally, but to expose the lies the Enclave told itself about the world’s stability.

The truthseeker cabal is referenced obliquely in The Slanted Circle Grimoire; whether they are the same internal faction is unconfirmed.

History

Recovered from the Vault of the Slanted Circle in Session 11.