Speaking Stones

School: Transmutation; Level: Sorcerer / wizard 2

Casting Time: 1 standard action

Components: V,S

Range: Touch

Target: Two mundane objects, weighing no more than 1 lb. each

Duration: 24 hours or until discharged (see text)

Saving Throw: None; Spell Resistance: No

Source: MoE, pg. 102

This spell creates a link between two mundane items that allow each to pass a single message to the other, regardless of distance, so long as they are both on the same plane. The message, which cannot be more 25 words, is spoken into one touched object and is instantly replayed through the other (at the same volume and in the same language). When both objects have been used to initiate a message, the effect ends. No object can have the benefit of more than one Speaking Stones effect. While any pair of mundane objects, weighing no more than 1 lb, can be used, this spell was developed to create the message stones of House Sivis. More covert operatives prefer earrings so that messages can be spoken softly enough to not be overheard.