NOTES ON THE FIRST RITUAL
The candidate must mote that almost all who attempt what is written will die in the attempt.
Those who do not may live forever.
The candidate will undergo changes physically and mentally. Each time they complete a ritual they bridge the gap between human and avangion a little more.
The candidates must withdraw from the intimate company of others. They should travel alone or with other candidates. They must not eat the dead flesh of creatures.
The candidate must gather the physical remains of the enemies of life, the bodies and blood of powerful defilers - their destructive artifacts, ash from their spellcasting and any other materials related to their dark arts.
THE RITUAL OF DEATH
Wrap the remains and artifacts of the defilers in the length of white cloth, binding them tightly and sealing them with wax. Then, carry the bundle to a nearby hilltop, where a circle of stones has been laid out.
Within the circle, build a small fire using wood and kindling, and place
the bundle of remains and artifacts upon the flames. As the flames consume the
bundle, recite aloud the incantation of purification, calling upon the spirits
of the elements to cleanse thee and the remains of the defilers.
Feel the power of the spirits flowing through thee, as the flames grow
higher and the remains of the defilers are purified. Visualize their dark
energy and essence being transformed into pure light and energy, which thou can
now use for good.
As the last of the flames die down, gather the ashes and embers into a small pouch or container, which thou shalt keep with thee at all times, as a reminder of the purity that thou hast claimed.
Offer up a prayer of thanks and gratitude to the spirits who have overseen
this ritual, and depart the temple, knowing that thou hast been transformed by
the power of purification.
May this first step on the path to becoming an Avangion be a successful
one, and may the purity that thou hast sought be thine to wield with honor and
wisdom. So be it.
NOTES ON THE SECOND RITUAL
The preserver advancing through these intermediate stages hears another calling for the time has come to advance. The material components at the middle stages are gifts gathered from no fewer than three powerful good creatures willingly.
THE RITUAL OF POWER
Hail and greetings, O seeker of power! If thou art prepared to undergo the ancient ritual to increase thy magical might, then attend closely to these instructions.
First, thou must journey to the desert, where the vast expanse of sand and
sky shall provide a fitting backdrop for the mystical workings to come. Once
there, prepare thyself with fasting and meditation, so that thou may enter the
proper state of mind for the ritual.
Next, assemble the three gifts that thou hast received from great
magicians, and which now stand as tokens of thy past accomplishments.
With the gifts in hand, proceed to the designated ritual site, which shall
be marked by a circle of stones. Within the circle, construct a fire pit using
wood and kindling, and ignite it with a spark from thy own magic.
As the flames leap high, offer up the three gifts to the spirits of the
desert, who shall receive them as a sacrifice in exchange for thy increased
power. Speak aloud thy intentions and desires, and call upon the light of the desert
to bless thee with their favor.
Then, with a sharp blade, destroy each of the gifts, one by one, so that
they may be transformed and absorbed into the very fabric of thy being. As thou
performest this act, visualize the energy and essence of the gifts flowing into
thee, filling thee with a new and potent power.
As the last of the gifts is consumed, the flames shall die down, and thou
shalt be left standing amidst the ashes and embers of the destroyed items. But
fear not, for this is a sign of thy rebirth, and of the newfound strength that
is now thine to command.
Depart the desert, knowing that thou
hast been transformed by its ancient magic.
So be it, and may the power that thou hast sought be thine to wield with
honor and wisdom.
NOTES ON THE THIRD RITUAL
The candidate must collect a core group of four powerful companions. All the companions must be of good character. The preserver must spend the preparation time with these companions and travel with these four alone. With these four they must slay a Nightmare Beast. They must then use its bones to open the plane of light. In the plane of light they must find the Light Caller and recieve the mark.
THE RITUAL OF LIGHT
One of the companions will have to then willingly sacrifice their own life to open the portal. The ultimate gesture of love. You must add their blood to a poach of the defilers ashes from the ritual before.
Obtain the bones of a nightmare beast: This can be a challenging task, as nightmare beasts are powerful and deadly creatures that roam the desolate wastes of the Dark Sun world.
Prepare the ritual space: Find a secluded and secure location to perform the ritual. This can be anywhere that you feel safe and comfortable, as long as it is free from outside interference. Light a series of black candles around the perimeter of the ritual space to create a boundary.
Meditate and focus: Before beginning the ritual, take a few moments to clear your mind and focus your intentions. This will help you to channel the necessary energy and focus needed to complete the ritual successfully.
Build the ritual altar: Construct an altar of obsidian at the center of the ritual space. Arrange the bones in a star pattern.
Invoke the powers of the plane of light: Once the altar is constructed, begin to invoke the powers of the plane of light. This can be done through chanting, incantations, or other ritualistic methods. Focus your energy and intention on opening a portal to the plane of light using the bones of the nightmare beast.
Step through the portal: Once the portal is open, you can step through into the plane of light. Be aware that this is a highly volatile and unpredictable realm, filled with powerful energies and potential dangers. Proceed with caution, and always be prepared for the unexpected.
NOTES ON THE FINAL RITUAL
The ritual requires the heart of one of the greatest defilers of your age.
THE RITUAL OF CHANGE
Hark ye, all who would cast this spell! The preserver, by their might and skill, must craft a verdant land of crops, grass, and forest, stretching five miles in breadth, or more. And, in the moment of casting, no evil beasts may dwell within this expanse. They must hold the heart of a great defiler of the age.
The components of this spell are rare and costly. A diamond, of not less than ten thousand gold pieces in value, is needed to ensnare the life-giving essence of the sun. A great stone tomb, too, must be prepared, along with a case of clear glass, so that the preserver and tomb may be enclosed within.
When all is ready, and the preserver stands within the glass case, the ritual words "I answer the call" must be spoken. In that moment, the preserver, is whisked away to planes unknown, to be transformed by the magic of the spell.
Many years, may pass before the avangion returns to the glass case, wholly changed and imbued with new powers. But beware! If the case is damaged or broken before the transformation is complete, the avangion will be lost forever in the abyss of oblivion.