Aetherium Gemstone
Aetherium Gems are one of the most rare, naturally occurring items in the Ancestor Isles. They're found within Aetherium Ore deposits, which are rare enough on their own, and even then, the deposits aren't always guaranteed to contain a gem.
Mechanics & Inner Workings
In order for one to wield an Aetherium Gem, they must first have the knowledge of the magick they call upon, as well as knowledge of the deity that type of magick comes from. Acting as a gateway to a deity's power, the magick flows into the gem, bringing the power into the mortal realm and containing it to then be cast by the wielder. If not done properly, the wielder can inflict extreme harm upon themselves. The harm can be up to, and including, death.
Whether done on purpose by the creators of the world, trickery by a third party, or by accident, Aetherium gems have a cost for their use outside of the chance of extreme harm. By using it, the wielder will burn through their stamina and become more and more exhausted the longer they use it and by using it repeatedly back to back without stopping to rest.
Significance
Aetherium gems play a vital role when it comes to magick. In order to harness the magick, or power, of a deity, one must wield an Aetherium gem. Without it, even the most knowledgeable mage cannot wield magick. The only exception to this rule are Realm Walkers, which are half mortal and half deity.
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