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The Wondrous Map of the sword Coast [IG Item]

Posted: Thu Jun 13, 2013 10:18 am
by mungomunk
This is a magical map created by the Red Wizard Thylara Olessyra.
(only visible to people that gained a map from Thylara Olessyra)

The map seems to be created out of plain paper, yet even to those unfamiliar with the arcane arts the enchantments at work are apparent due to a soft red glow on the edges and fine inscribed symbols on its back. The object itself seems to sense its viewers wishes and enlarges certain areas if wanted, shows names of landmarks, and wondrously extends whenever Thylara has made any alteration.
It is impossible to tear the scroll apart. The effects of the elements seem not to have any effect on it either. Furthermore the map seems to be conveniently linked to its owner, making it impossible to ever loose it or pass it to somebody else other then to Thylara.

OOC: While small in the beginning the map will definitely grow larger:)

NEW Updated Map 06.07.2013 http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/2153/dt8l.jpg
Updated Map 28.06.2013 http://img703.imageshack.us/img703/9611/77od.jpg
Updated Map 21.06.2013 http://img163.imageshack.us/img163/1079/bdmy.jpg
Updated Map 17.06.2013 http://img59.imageshack.us/img59/9698/o2qg.jpg
Link to the map: http://img21.imageshack.us/img21/4798/exportmap.jpg

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suggestions, praise or critique regarding the map are always welcome:)

Re: The Wonderous map of the sword Coast [IG Item]

Posted: Thu Jun 13, 2013 10:36 am
by Deathgrowl
// That's awesome! :D

Re: The Wonderous map of the sword Coast [IG Item]

Posted: Thu Jun 13, 2013 11:00 am
by Mezzanine
Ah, and how might one go about hearing about this or acquiring one, IC? That would be an excellent quest for me...

Re: The Wonderous map of the sword Coast [IG Item]

Posted: Thu Jun 13, 2013 2:26 pm
by mungomunk
one would have to follow the rumors of the sword coast and approach the Red Wizard of said name:)

Re: The Wonderous map of the sword Coast [IG Item]

Posted: Thu Jun 13, 2013 2:40 pm
by Lockonnow
welll it is cool way but do people really need it

Re: The Wonderous map of the sword Coast [IG Item]

Posted: Thu Jun 13, 2013 3:08 pm
by ArtOfNight
Lockonnow wrote:welll it is cool way but do people really need it
I would, maps are a big help to me. I get lost very easily.

Re: The Wonderous map of the sword Coast [IG Item]

Posted: Thu Jun 13, 2013 3:18 pm
by Lockonnow
Arr is that true i mean there only 2 place you can get lost one is the minotaur maze and the other it nether ruins

Re: The Wonderous map of the sword Coast [IG Item]

Posted: Thu Jun 13, 2013 4:50 pm
by sobebop
Lockonnow wrote:welll it is cool way but do people really need it
mechanically, some yes, some no.

rp-wise, absolutely! to our characters this is a real world, are you telling me you could never get lost in the real world? i mean yeah, if you never go anywhere, but that's not what adventures do 8-)

Re: The Wonderous map of the sword Coast [IG Item]

Posted: Thu Jun 13, 2013 5:08 pm
by ArtOfNight
Lockonnow wrote:Arr is that true i mean there only 2 place you can get lost one is the minotaur maze and the other it nether ruins
I'm happy that navigation is easy for you, but not everyone is so lucky.

Re: The Wonderous map of the sword Coast [IG Item]

Posted: Thu Jun 13, 2013 5:28 pm
by mungomunk
Lockonnow wrote:welll it is cool way but do people really need it
OOC: Well if one is only venturing back and forth between Gate and Beregost a map is not really necessary for most people. But what if you're char is new to the region or plans to travel somewhere far away, where he/she hasn't been? I find it naive to believe that all the IG characters just know the sword coast inside out not getting lost etc. A map to me opens up a bunch of rp possibilities, its pretty to look at, might be helpful to some and I for once always missed a world map in the game. plus i love doing such stuff in photoshop:P

Edit: since I'm doing it for myself anyhow, why not share it with the people and actually rp with it? To me this is definitely gonna be more fun than grinding:P

Re: The Wonderous map of the sword Coast [IG Item]

Posted: Thu Jun 13, 2013 6:10 pm
by Akroma666
Dang it, you beat me too it! Lol. Suggestion, make it high res and bigger!

Re: The Wonderous map of the sword Coast [IG Item]

Posted: Thu Jun 13, 2013 6:26 pm
by Hoihe
sobebop wrote:
Lockonnow wrote:welll it is cool way but do people really need it
mechanically, some yes, some no.

rp-wise, absolutely! to our characters this is a real world, are you telling me you could never get lost in the real world? i mean yeah, if you never go anywhere, but that's not what adventures do 8-)

But if you don't get lost, how will you find ancient ruins by accident?

Though, such a map can be a Navigator's dream. *hint, hint* - Said the Navigator of the Wanderess

Re: The Wonderous map of the sword Coast [IG Item]

Posted: Thu Jun 13, 2013 7:22 pm
by mungomunk
Akroma666 wrote:Dang it, you beat me too it! Lol. Suggestion, make it high res and bigger!
high res i not really possible cause my primary source are the minimap pics and enlarged those look just like sh*t:D

but yeah its supposed to get much bigger ;)

Re: The Wonderous map of the sword Coast [IG Item]

Posted: Fri Jun 14, 2013 12:36 am
by burbles
Hoihe wrote: But if you don't get lost, how will you find ancient ruins by accident?

Though, such a map can be a Navigator's dream. *hint, hint* - Said the Navigator of the Wanderess
They are so awesome they sail inland :lol:

Re: The Wonderous map of the sword Coast [IG Item]

Posted: Fri Jun 14, 2013 12:48 am
by Lockonnow
well i can get lost in the wood but where is a road gos way front and back