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Interpreting Divinations

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'''Make a Reading''' is an [[Knowledge Points|amateur]]-status [[Sage Ability|sage ability]] in the [[Sage Study|study]] of [[Occultism (sage study)|Occultism]]. It enables the character to produce results from a chosen occult practice, as described below:

* [[Astrological Chart (occult practice)|Astrology]]: the player will be expected to purchase an astrological book that will enable them to make astrological charts — and to make these charts of player and non-player characters in the setting as part of the cultivation of the discipline. The player does not have to believe in astrology, but the effects of making a chart will depend on the player's ability to demonstrate the accuracy and detail of what planets are in what houses at the time of the charted character's birth.
* [[Bone Throwing (occult practice)|Bone Throwing]]: to read the bones, the character must purchase or be in possession of six 6-sided dice that are unique of each other, with images instead of numbers. Often called "story cubes." Add to these one 6-sided die that possesses pips. The manner in which the dice land determines the interpretation.
* [[Numerology (occult practice)|Numerology]]: requires little preparation, but does require the character keep continuous track of all dice rolled at a table in a given period to have any chance of making an observation. Depending on the die rolls, it is possible that no observation will result from this work that is done.
* [[Tarot (occult practice)|Tarot]]: the player must purchase a tarot deck. Results will form from the cards as they are pulled and set out during the reading.
* [[Tea Leaf Reading (occult practice)|Tea Leaf Reading]]: the player must provide loose tea and cup, as well as willingness to drink the tea and perform the ritual of tea reading in order to create the images necessary to make a proper reading.
The player will be required to study the pattern of the leaves and identify pictures therein.

This ability to read enables the player to state absolutely that the reading does take place and does have meaning; without that confirmation from the player, the process should not be granted any power. Take note, however, the onus is on the DM to ask, "Does this have meaning?" It should be made clear to the player that results cannot be described as having meaning once the false reading is put into effect.

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	'''Make a Reading''' is an [[Knowledge Points\|amateur]]-status [[Sage Ability\|sage ability]] in the [[Sage Study\|study]] of [[Occultism (sage study)\|Occultism]]. It enables the character to produce results from a chosen occult practice, interpreting signs, symbols and patterns to gain insight into unseen forces or potential outcomes. The ability does not grant supernatural power but instead represents the character's cultivated skill in reading and applying the principles of divination.		'''Make a Reading''' is an [[Knowledge Points\|amateur]]-status [[Sage Ability\|sage ability]] in the [[Sage Study\|study]] of [[Occultism (sage study)\|Occultism]]. It enables the character to produce results from a chosen occult practice, interpreting signs, symbols and patterns to gain insight into unseen forces or potential outcomes. The ability does not grant supernatural power but instead represents the character's cultivated skill in reading and applying the principles of divination.
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-'''Make a Reading''' is an [[Knowledge Points|amateur]]-status [[Sage Ability|sage ability]] in the [[Sage Study|study]] of [[Occultism (sage study)|Occultism]].  It enables the character to produce results from a chosen occult practice, as described below:
+'''Make a Reading''' is an [[Knowledge Points|amateur]]-status [[Sage Ability|sage ability]] in the [[Sage Study|study]] of [[Occultism (sage study)|Occultism]]. It enables the character to produce results from a chosen occult practice, interpreting signs, symbols and patterns to gain insight into unseen forces or potential outcomes. The ability does not grant supernatural power but instead represents the character's cultivated skill in reading and applying the principles of divination.
-:* [[Astrological Chart (occult practice)|Astrology]]: the player will be expected to purchase an astrological book that will enable them to make astrological charts — and to make these charts of player and non-player characters in the setting as part of the cultivation of the discipline. The player does not have to believe in astrology, but the effects of making a chart will depend on the player's ability to demonstrate the accuracy and detail of what planets are in what houses at the time of the charted character's birth.
+:* [[Astrological Chart (occult practice)|Astrology]]: the player will be expected to purchase an astrological book that will enable them to make astrological charts — and to make these charts of player and non-player characters in the setting as part of the cultivation of the discipline. The player does not have to believe in astrology but the effects of making a chart will depend on the player's ability to demonstrate the accuracy and detail of what planets are in what houses at the time of the charted character's birth.
-:* [[Bone Throwing (occult practice)|Bone Throwing]]: to read the bones, the character must purchase or be in possession of six 6-sided dice that are unique of each other, with images instead of numbers. Often called "story cubes." Add to these one 6-sided die that possesses pips. The manner in which the dice land determines the interpretation.
+:* [[Bone Throwing (occult practice)|Bone Throwing]]: to read the bones, the character must purchase or be in possession of six 6-sided dice that are unique of each other with images instead of numbers. Often called "story cubes." Add to these one 6-sided die that possesses pips. The manner in which the dice land determines the interpretation.
-:* [[Numerology (occult practice)|Numerology]]: requires little preparation, but does require the character keep continuous track of all dice rolled at a table in a given period to have any chance of making an observation. Depending on the die rolls, it is possible that no observation will result from this work that is done.
+:* [[Numerology (occult practice)|Numerology]]: requires little preparation but does require the character keep continuous track of all dice rolled at a table in a given period to have any chance of making an observation. Depending on the die rolls, it is possible that no observation will result from this work that is done.
 :* [[Tarot (occult practice)|Tarot]]: the player must purchase a tarot deck. Results will form from the cards as they are pulled and set out during the reading.
-:* [[Tea Leaf Reading (occult practice)|Tea Leaf Reading]]: the player must provide loose tea and cup, as well as willingness to drink the tea and perform the ritual of tea reading in order to create the images necessary to make a proper reading.
+:* [[Tea Leaf Reading (occult practice)|Tea Leaf Reading]]: the player must provide loose tea and cup, as well as willingness to drink the tea and perform the ritual of tea reading in order to create the images necessary to make a proper reading. The player will be required to study the pattern of the leaves and identify pictures therein.
-Each of these occult abilities offers distinct effects or outcomes, with specific details outlined on the linked pages provided. It is important to note that characters cannot engage in or possess more than one form of occult study. The process of learning any single occult skill fundamentally alters the character’s perception, twisting their mind to align exclusively with that particular method of divination. This ensures that their ability to foresee the future is irrevocably tied to their chosen path.
+Each of these occult abilities offers distinct effects or outcomes, with specific details outlined on the linked pages provided. It is important to note that characters cannot engage in or possess more than one form of occult study. The process of learning any single occult skill fundamentally alters the character's perception, twisting their mind to align exclusively with that particular method of divination. This ensures that their ability to foresee the future is irrevocably tied to their chosen path. The knowledge they gain shapes not only their understanding of fate but also their worldview, reinforcing the idea that divination is not a passive skill but an immersive practice that demands singular focus.
-The challenge of determining the future in a D&D campaign is addressed as follows: once a prediction is made, it becomes the responsibility of the dungeon master to adapt the unfolding campaign — whether through narrative adjustments or modifications to events occurring in the game world — so that the prediction comes to pass as foreseen.  This mechanic stresses the randomness inherent to occult predictions, ensuring that neither the character making the prediction nor the DM wield direct control over the effect's ultimate outcome.  Instead, the prediction integrates organically into the game's evolving narrative, maintaining balance and mystery.
+== Interpreting Divinations ==
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	This ability to read enables the player to state absolutely that the reading does take place and does have meaning; without that confirmation from the player, the process should not be granted any power. Take note, however, the onus is on the DM to ask, "Does this have meaning?" It should be made clear to the player that results cannot be described as having meaning once the false reading is put into effect.		This ability to read enables the player to state absolutely that the reading does take place and does have meaning; without that confirmation from the player, the process should not be granted any power. Take note, however, the onus is on the DM to ask, "Does this have meaning?" It should be made clear to the player that results cannot be described as having meaning once the false reading is put into effect.
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