Types of Magic Artifacts

Rites of Power
Rites of Power are rituals authored by those with great arcane knowledge and understanding of powers larger than themselves with the intent to gain various permanent or impermanent powers in exchange for great sacrifice. Where the power comes from may vary from rite to rite, as well as the outcome of the rite.

Some rites may affect the user directly and physically, while others may transform an object in the user’s possession.

The sacrifices are always too great for them to be used by anyone with a clear conscience. An example for such requirements may be the blood of an infant or the fresh body of a saint.

God Relics
God Relics are items left behind by the gods when they ascended. These artifacts are incredibly powerful and embody the god and their aspect in their entirety. God Relics come in many different forms, just as the gods come with many different aspects.

One example of a god relic is the rite of power used by ??? to ascend to godhood instantaneously. Another example is an entire Ocean Lord, The Adamantium Lord, which was Adamant’s sea vessel when he was chosen by Iona.