About the Ordering, Volume 1
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Subtitle
The Planesmiths, From Folktale To Historical Figures
About
Written by Lord Grimsby.
Description
A lengthy and heavy tome. The language equally heavy, making it impenetrable to all but the most determined reader.
The original edition cover was a tinted shade of red, with the books name in gold leaf text on the spine and cover.
There are sparse illustrations, only where necessary.
Benefits
Any reader this book as reference gain a bonus to any knowledge(history) or knowledge(planes) made when finding information about the Ordering. This bonus is a +4 for any reader of 6 ranks or lower in the given skill. At 7 ranks the bonus diminishes to +3, and for any reader with 8 or more ranks are granted a +2 bonus. In short, this book is a greater boon to those not already fully versed in the subject, but with a reduced effect to experts.
Set bonus
If the reader is in possession of, and have read About the Ordering, Volume 2, the bonus granted is increased by +2.
Reception
The book was no great success when first released, it nevertheless has kept its relevance ever since its release.