Gnomish Image Focalizer

The gnomes at the Gnome Workshop didn’t stop at building Margo’s printing press; they also engineered a marvel they call the Focalizer, a compact and portable device capable of capturing the likeness of a person or object in astounding detail. Small enough to fit into a satchel, the Focalizer can be adjusted to lock onto a specific subject, automatically reorienting itself to maintain a perfect focus on the target. Once set, it meticulously captures every curve, angle, and contour with remarkable precision, producing an image as true-to-life as one could imagine.
However, the gnomes cautioned Margo about the Focalizer's limitations. While its central focus area boasts impressive clarity, anything outside this zone appears as a rough approximation. The further an object is from the central focus, the blurrier and more abstract it becomes. This makes it difficult to capture larger scenes or complex landscapes in fine detail, but for portraits, small objects, or close-up subjects, the Focalizer performs flawlessly.
To add to its functionality, the Focalizer comes equipped with a "hover mode." With a flick of a switch, the device levitates a few feet off the ground and follows the designated target, gracefully adjusting its position to keep the subject in view. This floating mode lasts for up to an hour before the Focalizer begins a slow descent, at which point it requires a full 24-hour recharge before it can hover again.
Margo is already dreaming up endless uses for the Focalizer, from creating lifelike images of Geertruud’s escapades for her publications to capturing rare plants, mystical creatures, and enchanted landscapes. The gnomes, always pragmatic, have advised her to keep an eye on the device’s energy levels and to avoid using hover mode too liberally - though, knowing Margo, they’re certain she’ll push the limits of their creation.
The images captured by the Focalizer are stored in small, enchanted crystals, each capable of holding a detailed snapshot of the focused subject. To transfer these images onto paper, a user simply places the crystal over a sheet of specially treated paper, then shines a steady light source through it. The magic within the crystal reacts with the treated surface, slowly imprinting the image onto the paper in vivid detail.
The process creates a beautifully lifelike rendering with subtle shadings and contours that rival the finest illustrations. However, the process requires a steady hand and patience, as any interruption in light or movement can distort the final image. For best results, Margo and her fellow artists at Gnome Workshop have developed a setup they call the “Illumination Box,” which holds the crystal and paper securely in place, casting light evenly to ensure a flawless transfer.

Gnomish Image Focalizer v2 by Tillerz using MJ

Gnomish Image Focalizer v1 by Tillerz using MJ

Item type

Magical

Current Location

Perelline

Current Holder

Margo Weedlebeam

Rarity

rare

Weight

1kg when not floating

Dimensions

15x15x15cm

Abbreviation

GIF

Storage

10 crystals