Anti-Teleportation Magnetic Barrier or AnTMaB

At of the Mandiblis Infernalis   swarm looms once again [read the anexed file], I,Ipani Banxi Boonwis your humble gnomish "creature connoisseur", bring you the report on our progress and the plan to combat these ravenous critters.

I know, I know, we're still reeling from the chaos of two years ago when these infernal insects wreaked havoc, leaving a trail of destruction and, unfortunately, two unfortunate Minotaurs were devoured even the bones !!. But fear not, for I've been busy delving into the mysteries of these magical menaces, determined to put an end to their destructive rampages.

Remember that decade when elf magic was still a thing? Those pointy-eared sages knew a thing or two about these infernal insects. They had ways of keeping them at bay, using their arcane arts to manipulate the very fabric of reality, making some kind of electric barrier of sorts. But alas, those days are gone, and elf magic is now forbidden.

But fret not, for I'm not one to let a lack of elf magic deter me. I've been tirelessly experimenting, poking and prodding these Mandiblis Infernalis, trying to unravel their inner workings. And I've made some remarkable discoveries! Well my students and assistants help me too.


You will know that an attempt was made to neutralize the teleportation of these insects (seriously, read the other report) by divine magic without success, Minos and Dwarven authorities had also been warned beforehand that they could not be treated in a normal way, since, despite what the Sun seeds.  preach about magic not being natural and that nonsense – I already wrote it and I don't know how to delete it – well let's continue; The Infernalis are magical in nature with immunity to fire; both the authorities and the religious organization mentioned above,they minimized the danger that the swarm poses, hence all the tragedy and loss from 2 years ago. - really I need to learn how to edit or delete !


But while we can't replicate elf magic, we've stumbled upon a curious phenomenon. My apprentice – you know the one, the quiet one who always seems to be scribbling in their notebook, don't remember his name – discovered that magnetic stones can disrupt their teleportation. Yes, you read that right, magnetism!

So, we've devised a plan. We've crafted special metallic sheets embedded with these magnetic stones, creating a barrier that should, in theory, prevent these insects from teleporting through. We'll deploy these sheets as soon as we detect any signs of the swarm, forming a defensive perimeter around our settlements.


Now, I know what you're thinking: "Magnetic sheets? That's your plan? Isn't that a bit... underwhelming?" Well, let me tell you, these aren't just any magnetic sheets. These are the product of countless hours of experimentation, infused with the finest gnomish ingenuity. And I have faith that they'll do the trick.

Read the other documentation about THE PLAN... The statrategy, that's the word!! Well I'm not going to rewrite all this

Utility

At the moment, even years after the discovery, the only use is to change the course of the Mandiblis Infernalis swarm

The Strategy

So, here's the plan:

1. Vigilance: We'll keep a watchful eye on the skies, ready to deploy the magnetic sheets at the first sign of the swarm.
2. Deployment: Once detected, we'll swiftly assemble the magnetic sheets, forming a protective barrier around our settlements.
3. Defense: As the swarm approaches, we'll stand our ground, relying on the magnetic barrier to keep these infernal insects at bay.
4. Evaluation: After the swarm passes, we'll assess the effectiveness of our defenses and make adjustments as needed.

Remember, this is just the first step in our ongoing battle against the Mandiblis Infernalis. We'll continue to study these creatures, seeking new ways to outsmart and outwit them. But for now, let's focus on this immediate threat and protect our homes from their destructive wrath.

Inventor(s)

Ipani Banxi Boonwis

Complexity

The technology itself behind the magnetic stone barrier is relatively simple. There are no complex components or additional technologies needed beyond the magnetic stones and metallic sheets.

In fact, the biggest challenge lies in acquiring the materials. Finding the rare magnetic stones can be a complex and time-consuming process. Additionally, crafting the metallic sheets to the proper specifications likely requires skilled metalworking.

The actual use of the barrier involves assembling the metallic sheets and strategically placing the magnetic stones. Disassembling the barrier and returning the borrowed stones, cause the majority are loans, would require similar effort.


So, while the technology itself is straightforward, the real complexity lies in obtaining the materials and the labor involved in crafting and deploying the barrier.

Related Species

• Mandiblis Infernalis