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[[File:Depressed_Niers.png|thumb|right|300px|A scrying orb by [[Fanworks/Butts|butts]]]] '''Scrying orbs''' or '''scrying mirrors''' refer to a type of magical [[Artifact|artifact]] that display surveillance of a remote location within their reflective surfaces. Alternatively, they can be used to remotely project an image to other scrying-receptive devices, provided at least one capable [Mage] is available or the device's enchantments enable for scrying without a spell being cast. == Overview == [[File:Free_Queen_posing_by_LeChat_lesser.jpg|thumb|left|250px|A scrying mirror by [[Fanworks/LeChatDemon|LeChatDemon]]]] Scrying orbs are the most common variation of scrying devices in [[Innworld]]. They come in varying different sizes, as small as a marble{{ref|Interlude - Flos}}, and in differing shapes, such as scrying mirrors{{ref|5.39}} or scrying pools.{{ref|5.62}}{{ref|7.03}} To begin scrying, one requires a [Mage], [Diviner], or [Seer]{{ref|6.53K}} capable of the [Scrying] spell, especially to link one scrying device to another for two-way communication or conferences.{{ref|6.53 K}} Communication conducted in this way can be spotty, due to magical interference or faded magic spells. Thanks to their rounded shape, scrying orb images may display a fish-eyed angle. Although orbs are much beloved, some scryers may prefer a mirror due to the inconvenient rounded shape of an orb.{{ref|4.47}} The visual provided by scrying orbs can be adjusted by adjusting the orb.{{ref|4.47}} [Mages] are capable of zooming in on the images projected to a scrying device.{{ref|7.13 K}} Use of scrying is an insecure means of communication; scrying conversations are public and can be eavesdropped upon.{{ref|4.47}} Scryings orbs, mirrors, and other hand-held scrying devices can be concealed from sight, with the [Scrying] spell intact and functioning, through the means of Skills.{{ref|7.03}} ==Anti-Scrying Measures== One can mitigate remote attempts at scrying by keeping their true name hidden.{{ref|1.43R}} Anti-divination wards allow for an area of effect to disallow scrying broadcasts from coming out.{{ref|7.04}} ==Scrying Usage== Scrying enables for remote communication and is seen to be leveraged in a variety of ways. ===<u>Broadcasts and News Networks</u>=== Scrying devices are capable of receiving broadcasted moving images and sound, provided that a [Mage] is present to transmit, similar to a [Message] spell. [[Wistram]] is capable of amplifying visuals sent via [Scrying] from a vast distance. And then, by magically linking their mages, projecting those images to a vast audience providing an individual has appropriate receptive capacity.{{ref|5.08}} ''For the news network set up by [[Wistram]], see [[Wistram News Network]]'' ===<u>Auctions</u>=== Many auction houses allow for remote scryers to bid on items from afar. {{ref|7.17 S}} ===<u>Military and Political Conferences</u>=== Due to the insecure nature of most scrying spells, conferences concerning military and political matters are conducted devoid of confidential information as much as possible.{{ref|4.47}} == Trivia == * Wistram has been able to leverage their projected scrying images to view scryers on the other side.{{ref|5.08}} * Flos Reimarch was able to broadcast a message throughout the world with [[Parasol Stroll]].{{ref|Interlude-Flos}} * The largest scrying orb shown thus far was on top of a tower in [[Fissival]].<ref>[https://wanderinginn.com/2022/09/06/9-14-vm/ Chapter 9.14 VM]</ref> * The monarchy of [[Calanfer]] use a scrying pool of enchanted water, where a [Mage] must cast the [Scrying] spell.{{ref|5.62}} * [[Noass]] and Sir [[Relz]] were able to use the Skill [Spectator's Concealment] to hide their scrying mirror from sight while broadcasting to viewers{{ref|7.03}} ==References== {{Refbox}} [[Category:Artifacts]]
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