EQUIPPABLE TO WAIST
Belt
of Shadow (?)
This is a Belt of Shadow, a fantastic belt if you
don't wonder how it was made. Created from the tresses of women pulled from the
gallows its magical enchantment turns it jet black regardless of hair colour.
It feels as if it is moving when it is worn, and only really comes into being
when worn by an Assassin. This belt improves the dexterity of the assassin and
with such speed almost allows him to blend into the shadows. Equips only by
Assassin.
Movement Rate: Not Affected
No per backpack slot: 4
Value: ?/?gp
Cerebus
Sash (?)
The
Cerebus Sash is a magical crimson sash that ties about the waist. Its history
is much disputed, but some say it was the creation of an ancient goblin empire.
The leader of the goblins demanded that the shamans make him more intelligent.
Whether or not this is true, the goblins believe it! The wearer of the sash
gains +1 to Intelligence.
Movement
Rate: Not Affected
No.
Per Backpack Slot: 1
Value: ?/?gp
Cotton
Skirt (?)
I looked at the
cotton skirt. It is a quality piece of clothing generally worn only by the
reasonably well off. It hangs from waist to ankles and includes a simple belt.
Adventurers report that cotton skirts are quite fetching and enhance the
wearer’s beauty (+1 appearance).
Movement
Rate: Not affected
No Per
Backpack Slot: 3
Defense Bonuses:
Normal=0, Fire=1, Cold=1, Chemical=0, Magical=0, Mental=0.
Value: ?/3gp
Cracked
Leather Belt (?)
I took
a look at the cracked leather belt, which seemed to be an almost useless old
object that would fall apart if worn. I was just about to throw it away when I
noticed the buckle, which shone silver under the grime. With a bit of a polish,
I soon revealed a shiny silver buckle designed to look like two mermaids
holding hands. It looks to be worth a fair bit.
Movement
Rate: Not affected
No Per
Backpack Slot: 12
Defense Bonuses:
Normal=0, Fire=0, Cold=0, Chemical=0, Magical=0, Mental=0.
Value: ?/9gp
Girdle of Gold
I
examined my Girdle of Gold. It is a thick leather girdle that enjoys the
addition of a few studs for added protection as well as the Sigil of Merl. This
Girdle is old, but well made and the leather has been worn in and feels
protective and strong even despite it's age. It is rumored that such Girdles
improve the abilities and that there was one for each of the Gods. Warriors saw
the benefit of this and also saw the possibility of getting a little extra
protection. The girdle, when worn, covers the belly area and is an addition to
any other protection from a disembowelling cut, which is always welcome!
Player’s Note: Investigated defensive bonuses match those reported from
actually equipping the girdle. The girdle was equipped by a priest and also
granted a +1 strength bonus. Perhaps the girdle grants this bonus only to
priests and Crusaders of Merl?
Movement
Rate: Not affected
No.
per Backpack Slot: 4
Defense
Bonuses:- Normal=4, Fire=0, Cold=0, Chemical=0, Magical=1, Mental=0.
Girdle
of Truth (?)
I
examined my Girdle of Truth. It is a thick leather girdle that enjoys the
addition of a few studs for added protection as well as the Sigil of Cambron.
This Girdle is old, but well made and the leather has been worn in and feels
protective and strong even despite it's age. It is rumored that such Girdles
improve the abilities and that there was one for each of the Gods. Warriors saw
the benefit of this and also saw the possibility of getting a little extra
protection. The girdle, when worn, covers the belly area and is an addition to
any other protection from a disemboweling cut, which is always welcome!
Player’s Note: Investigated defensive bonuses match those reported from
actually equipping the girdle, but no other ability improvements have been
discovered.
Movement
Rate: Not affected
No Per
Backpack Slot: 4
Defense Bonuses:
Normal=4, Fire=0, Cold=0, Chemical=0, Magical=1, Mental=0.
Value: ?/?gp
Iron Chastity Belt (?)
An
iron chastity belt is an unpleasant implement forced on a young maiden, usually
by her father or husband to be. The aim is to protect the maidens honor, or
more directly, her hymen! These cruel contraptions do not actually hurt,
although they do make sitting down and resting uncomfortable and have been
known to cause sores and abrasions with extended use. The chastity belt has two
locks, one at the front and one at the back (for extra safety). The maiden’s mother
usually holds the keys. In these enlightened days of women’s equality in
Bereny, Chastity belts are frowned upon in public. Rumors do abound that rich
or noble families do still purchase them through illicit dealers for common
use. The belt grants +2 to Normal Defense while worn and reduces Move points by
1. What follows is the account of one woman that voluntarily put a chastity
belt on.
"For
some obscure reason, I thought it would be hilarious to equip myself with the
Iron Chastity belt. I found a quiet place and slipped into the hideous
contraption. It felt cold and rough on the smooth skin of my legs. Hmm...
wearing this might protect me a little... but its going to slow me down too.”
Note:
The description does not mention keys. At least one character has equipped this
item and been unable to remove it. It may be possible for a runeforge dwarf to
remove a chastity belt. The GM has allowed this on one occasion.
Equippable
Area: Waist
No.
Per Backpack Slot: 3
Movement
Rate: -1
Value: ?/25gp
Defense Bonuses: - Normal=2, Fire=0, Cold=0, Chemical=0, Magical=0, Mental=0.
Iron
Sash (?)
An
Iron Sash, which is proof against sword blows, may be made using three spools
of iron wire and a spool of thread. Use the order ‘X 1111’ to make this. This
loose length of cloth has been woven into threads of alchemical iron. Though
flexible, it is very strong and tough. It can easily be wound around the waist
and body to give extra protection against blows.
Movement
Rate: Not affected
No.
Per Backpack Slot: 6
Defense Bonuses:
Normal=5, Fire=0, Cold=0, Chemical=0, Magical=0, Mental=0.
Value: ?/?gp
Leather
Girdle (?)
I
studied the Leather Girdle. This is a very wide and thick belt favored by
wrestlers and strongmen. It gives support to the back when performing acts of
strength. Warriors saw the benefit of this and also saw the possibility of
getting a little extra protection. The girdle, when worn, covers the belly area
and is an addition to any other protection from a disemboweling cut, which is
always welcome! They often have faces, skulls or animal heads painted on the
front just to add a little color, or in a poor attempt to scare goblins!
Movement
Rate: Not affected
No.
Per Backpack Slot: 4
Defense Bonuses:
Normal=1, Fire=0, Cold=0, Chemical=0, Magical=0, Mental=0.
Value: ?/?gp
Lizardskin
Belt (?)
I
looked at the lizardskin belt. These belts are made from the skin of the great
fire lizards, salamanders and, once the belts are woven, they are enchanted.
Most were made many years ago at the great college. None have been made since,
for the trick of their enchantment has been lost. The belts are enchanted to
protect the user against fire and heat of all kinds. This enchantment is
enhanced by the plain gold buckle on the belt, for gold is the metal of fire. Player’s
Note: Appears to grant +1 strength, +1 dexterity, and –1 appearance in addition
to the protective qualities below.
Movement
Rate: Not affected
No Per
Backpack Slot: 6
Defense Bonuses:
Normal=0, Fire=19, Cold=-1, Chemical=0, Magical=-1, Mental=0.
Value: ?/?gp
Red
Linen Sash (?)
I looked at the linen sash. It is a long... 3
feet... strip of scarlet linen about three inches wide. Written on it in silver
is some sort of incantation. At first glance I can recognize only a few words.
The first part says 'Six Lords of the Antithesis hear my plea and recognize me
as a member of your devout order and protect me from your enemies.' The linen
sash could be worn as a belt of sorts around the waist and thus can be equipped
there. No crusader or priest would use such an item. Adventurers report that it
enhances all defensives except mental (i.e. +3 defense) and look rather sharp,
too (i.e. +1 appearance).
Movement
Rate: Not affected
No Per
Backpack Slot: 6
Defense Bonuses:
Normal=3, Fire=3, Cold=3, Chemical=3, Magical=3, Mental=0.
Value: ?/6gp
Studded
Girdle (?)
I
examined my Studded Girdle. It is a thick leather girdle that enjoys the
addition of a few studs for added protection. Weightlifters saw the benefits of
this and also saw the possibility of getting a little extra protection. The
girdle, when worn, covers the belly area and is an addition to any other
protection from a disemboweling cut, which is always welcome! Rumor has it that
in feats of peculiar bravery (or stupidity) some barbarians wrestle bears clad
only in a loincloth and a Studded Girdle. It must be noted that the Girdle only
offers a little protection from being gutted!
Movement
Rate: Not affected
No.
Per Backpack Slot: 4
Defense Bonuses:
Normal = 3, Fire = 0, cold = 0, Chemical = 0, Magical= 0, Mental = 0.
Value: ?/5gp
Woollen
Skirt (?)
I looked at then
thick woollen skirt. It is an article of female attire that hangs from waist to
ankles and includes a simple belt.
Movement
Rate: Not affected
No Per
Backpack Slot: 3
Defense Bonuses: Normal=0, Fire=1, Cold=1, Chemical=0, Magical=0, Mental=0.
Value: ?/1gp