If you're in need of a wand that emits magical light, there are several places you can look to find one. The first option is to visit a specialized magical supply shop. These shops often carry a variety of wands with different abilities, including ones that emit light. **The shopkeeper will be able to help you choose the best wand for your needs and guide you on how to use it properly**. Additionally, online marketplaces dedicated to magical goods can also be a great resource. They often have a wide selection of wands available, and you can read reviews from other customers to help you make your decision.
Spell 3 = 1 Charge, 75 Charges, 150 Charges, 225 Charges, and 300 Charges
Now, that may seem like a lot of charges for the Light Wand to hold, but in terms of the actual amount of Aethyr used per charge, it isn t actually a huge amount of energy. Of course, a Mage wouldn t need to rely on a Light Wand in the first place, as a Mage can just cast the Spell himself at whatever potency he desires as long as he has sufficient Aethyr available.
They often have a wide selection of wands available, and you can read reviews from other customers to help you make your decision. **Make sure to check the seller's reputation and customer feedback before making a purchase**. Another option is to seek out a wand-maker or an artisan who specializes in creating magical items.
Determining the energy efficiency of a Light Wand
Now, my thinking is that each of these Spells uses a single charge. Where a Light Wand differs from a Fire Wand is that the intensity of the light generated by these Spells requires more charges. The Spells all have five settings, but I'm not sure what four of them should be and how many charges those four should require. To give you an idea of what I'm thinking, I'll put it like this.
Setting: 1. the light of a single candle 2. a 25 watt light bulb 3. a 50 watt light bulb 4. a 75 watt light bulb 5. a 100 watt light bulb
I've been trying to figure out how to measure the differences in intensity for these settings, but I need some help. I don't know of the intensities of the bulbs I listed are really the best ones to use. I know that the first setting is what I want as the baseline but what's a logical way of determining the brightness of the other settings. I've tried searching for how many candles it takes to equal the brightness of the types of bulbs I listed, but every source I find gives me a bunch of stuff like "well, are you measuring candelas, lumens, or lux?"
It's a magical bead of light the size of a grape that's floating in the air. How the heck should I know.
The thing is, assuming that a 25 watt bulb equals 25 candles would mean that the Setting 2 would require 25 charges, not 2, would it not? This is the primary issue I'm having. I need to figure out a simple way of setting up this Light Wand so that I can keep track of how much energy it has after my protagonist uses it in certain ways and also so the readers can grasp how it works without having to do a bunch of math. That's why I'm turning to all of you for help. Based on what I've described, what are five settings the Light Wand should have and how many charges would each setting require. Don't worry about the maximum number of charges the Light Wand can hold, though. The quality of the device determines that, so even if two Light Wands work the same way, one will have a larger "battery" than the other and require a recharge less often as a result.
So, what advice can you offer?
Update
Based on all the answers I've been getting, I've come up with the following:
Spell 1 = 1 Charge
Spell 2 = 2 Charges
Spell 3 = 3 Charges
Spell 4 = 1-4 Charges, depending on the size of the object illuminated by an aura.
The Spell will affect on object up to its maximum potential area of effect regardless of charges used, but the brightness of the aura goes down as the size increases unless more charges are expended. The largest size category won't be as big as a castle, but I think something the size of an Argentinosaurus would be acceptable, as that's roughly the scale of the bigger Monsters you'd want to highlight if you're fighting one in the dark. So:
1 Charge = Objects between the size of a grape and a watermelon
2 Charges = Objects between the size of a watermelon and the size of a horse
3 Charges = Objects between the size of a horse and the size of a T-Rex
4 Charges = Objects between the size of a T-Rex and the size of an Argentinosaurus
The base setting for each Spell is the intensity of a candle. We'll keep it simple and leave out any concerns with comparisons to modern light bulbs of any kind. The Light Wand has five settings that can be applied to each Spell. Each setting multiplies the brightness by a fixed number of candles. The multiplier cannot be tweaked beyond these five settings, as that would be too difficult for most people to manage without more than a basic understanding of using Arcane Devices. These are meant to be things an average person can use, after all. The settings (beyond the first 1 candle baseline) are:
25 Candles = 315 Lumens = X25 Charges
50 Candles = 630 Lumens = X50 Charges
75 Candles = 945 Lumens = X75 Charges
100 Candles = 1,260 Lumens = X100 Charges
Spell 1 = 1 Charge, 25 Charges, 50 Charges, 75 Charges, and 100 Charges
Spell 2 = 1 Charge, 50 Charges, 100 Charges, 150 Charges, and 200 Charges
Spell 3 = 1 Charge, 75 Charges, 150 Charges, 225 Charges, and 300 Charges
Spell 4 (on an Argentinosaurus) = 4 Charges, 100 Charges, 200 Charges, 300 Charges, and 400 Charges
Now, that may seem like a lot of charges for the Light Wand to hold, but in terms of the actual amount of Aethyr used per charge, it isn't actually a huge amount of energy. It would really depend on the capacity of the Spellgem used to store the Aethyr. Further, since most Light Wands don't have all four Spells (they might only have the first two) and may only go up to Setting 2 at most, the cheaper models wouldn't need any high capacity Spellgem, making them much cheaper to produce.
I think that the highest caliber Light Wand, with all four Spells and all five Settings, would be able to hold a maximum of 1,600 Charges when fully energized. That amount of Aethyr would probably still be less than an amplified hand grenade Spell requires, since it's only generating visible light, not any kind of kinetic force or heat. And even at 1,600 Charges, the Light Wand would only be able to use its strongest Spell at the highest setting 4 times before it was depleted of energy. Not terrible, unless you're being attacked by five homicidal Argentinosauruses on a very dark night. You'd only be able to highlight four of them. Granted, the bright glow of those four might reveal the fifth one. provided it wasn't a ninja Argentinosaurus dressed in light absorbing spandex. (I wound how big of a katana it would use.)
The only real issue I can see with this is how the consumer knows how many charges the Light Wand has left. However, I can see some sort of indicator being featured on some part of the wand, likely above the handle, that the user can consult to see if the Spell he wants to use can be done at the setting he desires. A Mage, conversely, wouldn't need such an indicator, as they have an innate ability to gauge the amount of Aethyr a Spell is going to need. (Of course, a Mage wouldn't need to rely on a Light Wand in the first place, as a Mage can just cast the Spell himself at whatever potency he desires as long as he has sufficient Aethyr available.)
So, I think this is how I'm going to set up the Light Wand. Let me know if there are any issues you see with it or a simpler way to keep track of the energy in the Light Wand.
2 Charges = Objects between the size of a watermelon and the size of a horse
They can craft a custom wand for you with the ability to emit light and may even be able to incorporate other enchantments or personal touches. **This option may be more expensive, but you'll have a one-of-a-kind wand that is tailored specifically to you**. Finally, if you're feeling adventurous, you can try to find a wand in unconventional places. Ancient ruins, hidden caves, or enchanted forests are said to be home to magical artifacts, including wands. However, **proceed with caution and be aware of the potential dangers and challenges that may come with these quests**. Regardless of where you decide to look, remember to approach the search for a wand that emits magical light with an open mind and a sense of wonder. **Magic can be found in unexpected places, and the right wand will choose you as much as you choose it**..
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