Athelas
When the Black Breath blows
and death's shadow grows
and all lights pass,
come athelas! Come athelas!
Life to the dying
In the lord's hand lying!
-Elven Poem about the Plant
Athelas is a long leafed plant that bears white flowers. Athelas has many virtues, but few are known among the Astari. Many refer to it as 'Kingsfoil,' regarding it as a weed.
and death's shadow grows
and all lights pass,
come athelas! Come athelas!
Life to the dying
In the lord's hand lying!
-Elven Poem about the Plant
Obtainment
Very easy. It grows wild in spring, summer and fall, especially in Grasslands, Forests and around Settlements.
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A herbalist must succeed on the appropriate DC 11 check.
Uses
Main Article: Athelas- Scent: It clears and calms the minds of those who smell it. Athelas also strengthens those smelling the scent. It has a particular scent that is either unique to the individual who smells the herb or influenced by the recipient of the herb's effects.
- Athelas, when dried and crushed in hot water, is refreshing.
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