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This can be a spell or [[Ancient Artifact]] that acts as a form of [[Supernatural Aid]] that keeps the character safe. It might render them hard to find, naturally [[Holy Burns Evil|harm or repel]] attackers, or cause [[Glamour Failure]] on whoever is using [[Glamour|supernatural]] [[Master of Disguise|disguises.]] Of course, an un-harmable protagonist is too close to being an [[Invincible Hero]], so the charm likely [[Fantastic Fragility|has limitations]] either [[Literal Genie|in the wording]], the method, range, or another part of the protection. One popular limit is it stops working on a [[Dangerous Sixteenth Birthday]]. Likewise, it [[Forced to Watch|may not protect allies]] or actively defeat villains, either. |
This can be a spell or [[Ancient Artifact]] that acts as a form of [[Supernatural Aid]] that keeps the character safe. It might render them hard to find, naturally [[Holy Burns Evil|harm or repel]] attackers, or cause [[Glamour Failure]] on whoever is using [[Glamour|supernatural]] [[Master of Disguise|disguises.]] Of course, an un-harmable protagonist is too close to being an [[Invincible Hero]], so the charm likely [[Fantastic Fragility|has limitations]] either [[Literal Genie|in the wording]], the method, range, or another part of the protection. One popular limit is it stops working on a [[Dangerous Sixteenth Birthday]]. Likewise, it [[Forced to Watch|may not protect allies]] or actively defeat villains, either. |
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Worst of all, though, is when their enemy twists the charm against them or even [[ |
Worst of all, though, is when their enemy twists the charm against them or even [[Won't Work On Me]]s it. Of course, wily villains may just trick the hero into giving it to them or someone else. |
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Often [[White Magic]]. Compare [[Kryptonite-Proof Suit]]. |
Often [[White Magic]]. Compare [[Kryptonite-Proof Suit]]. |
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== [[Tabletop RPG]] == |
== [[Tabletop RPG]] == |
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* ''[[Dungeons |
* ''[[Dungeons & Dragons]]'' has had a plethora of protective spells and magic items over the years, such as Bless and Prayer spells and the Brooch of Shielding. |
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* In ''[[GURPS]]'' traditionally styled protective amulets can be made using Path/Book rituals. The standard spell system has spells to create charms more in line with the modern concept. |
* In ''[[GURPS]]'' traditionally styled protective amulets can be made using Path/Book rituals. The standard spell system has spells to create charms more in line with the modern concept. |
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[[Category:Ancient Artifact]] |
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