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The '''CONVERT''' verb allows a player to align a character to one of the [[Arkati]] or Greater Spirits in Elanthia.
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The {{boldmono|CONVERT}} verb allows a player to align a character to one of the [[deity|deities]] in Elanthia. The verb is the same for all characters, however [[cleric]]s and [[paladin]]s will see the effects of the convert status with chants, titles, and spells.
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== History ==
==Help==
<small>'''''Note:''' Displays with {{boldmono|CONVERT}} or {{boldmono|CONVERT HELP}}.</small>
Originally rolled in when the [[Cleric Base]] spells Repel Undead 1-3 were combined into the single spell [[Smite (302)]], the verb was used to determine if a [[cleric]] would receive ''Smite'' (which was mostly effective on the [[Undead]]) or ''Bane'', which was more effective on the living. It was also factored into the cost of the spell, making it more costly for those not {{boldmono|CONVERT}}ed to one of the "Major" Arkati.
<pre{{log2}}>Usage:
CONVERT LIST - List all deities available to select
CONVERT SET {#} - Sets which deity you wish to worship
CONVERT FORSAKE - Permanently clears your deity selection


<b>{{blue|* * * * * * * * * * WARNING * * * * * * * * * * * *
Since being introduced, the selection of deity has seen a dramatic increase in implementation. Many [[Cleric Base|cleric]] and [[Paladin Base|paladin]] spells have different appearance and/or effect based upon the patron of the character. Certain items, such as the [[Ravias]] and [[Weatherby_Symbol|Brother Weatherby]] holy symbols have special zests usable only by those that follow certain gods. Additionally, it has been stated that tools exist to restrict entrance to rooms, offer better prices at merchants, and tailor a slew of other things to a character's conversion.
You can only manually set your deity alignment once
* * * * * * * * * * WARNING * * * * * * * * * * * *}}</b>


You have not chosen a patron deity.</pre>
== Usage ==

Merely typing {{boldmono|CONVERT }}while in game will bring up the usage list. To convert to a deity requires use of a numerical code, drawn from the following table (also available via {{boldmono|CONVERT LIST}}):
==Usage==
<pre{{log2}}>
====LIST====
(Major Arkati/Spirit) || Lesser Spirit/Arkati
{{boldmono|CONVERT LIST}} will display the list of patrons broken down by [[Arkati]] and [[Lesser Spirit]].

<pre{{log2}}>(Major Arkati/Spirit) || Lesser Spirit/Arkati
1) Koar 31) Niima
1) Koar 31) Niima
2) Lumnis 32) Aeia
2) Lumnis 32) Aeia
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59) Charl
59) Charl


999) Other
999) Other</pre>
</pre>
;Syntax - {{boldmono|convert set (number) [confirm]}}
Typing{{boldmono| CONVERT SET ## }}without {{boldmono|CONFIRM}} provides a means to check oneself. {{boldmono|CONFIRM}}ing it will set your deity, if the character in question has {{boldmono|CONVERT}}s remaining.

Each character begins the game with the ability to {{boldmono|CONVERT}} to their chosen deity. Prior to the release of [[Intercession]], two conversions were available. The option for converting was removed if a deity was already chosen at that time. Forsaking the current god via{{boldmono| CONVERT FORSAKE }}and an Intercession will allow for the choosing of a different deity.

== Effects ==

The following spells and abilities are affected by {{boldmono|CONVERT}} status.

=== Titles ===


====SET #====
*Clerics and paladins have access to special [[title]]s depending on alignment and training.
{{boldmono|CONVERT SET}} will allow an unconverted character the opportunity to select an arkati or lesser spirit to convert to.<br>
*Cleric/Paladin titles (from the "Profession" group only) can take a deity name after them, for example "Archpriest of Lorminstra".
<small>'''''Note:''' Once a deity is selected, another cannot be selected without the aid of [[Intercession]].''</small>


=== Verbs ===
=====Messaging=====
<pre{{log2}}>Usage:
CONVERT SET <#> - Sets which deity you wish to worship</pre>


: The proper syntax for use is {{boldmono|convert set (number) [confirm]}}. Typing{{boldmono| CONVERT SET # }}without {{boldmono|CONFIRM}} provides a means to check oneself. {{boldmono|CONFIRM}}ing it will set your deity, if the character in question has {{boldmono|CONVERT}}s remaining.
*{{boldmono|[[CHANT (verb)|CHANT]]}} messaging for a cleric or paladin.


=== Major Spiritual ===
====FORSAKE====
{{boldmono|CONVERT FORSAKE}} cause a character to forsake their deity, and will clear their alignment. This choice must be confirmed.
*[[Major Sanctuary (220)]] - Determines messaging.
<small>'''''Note:''' Similar to {{boldmono|CONVERT SET #}}, this is a one time choice, and will not allow a character to be able to convert to another deity without the aid of Intercession.''</small>


=== Cleric Base ===
=====Messaging=====
* Unconverted:
*[[Smite (302)]] - Determines whether a cleric receives [[Smite (302)|Smite or Bane]].
<pre{{log2}}>There's no need to forsake the gods when you aren't even following one!</pre>
*[[Well of Life (308)]] - Status is detectable by both caster and target when the link is made.
*[[Blind (311)]] - Determines messaging.
*[[Prayer (313)]] - Determines messaging.
*[[Censure (316)]] - Determines messaging.
*[[Divine Fury (317)]] - Determines the [[holy critical]] type for subsequent damage cycles.
*[[Raise Dead (318)]] - Determines messaging.
*[[Holy Receptacle (325)]] - For Tier 5, determines what deity/pantheon a cleric can convert another to.
*[[Prayer of Communion (330)]] - Affects the chance of a successful communion.
*[[Divine Wrath (335)]] - Determines the type of critical damage.
*[[Symbol of the Proselyte (340)]] - Determines which targets are affected by the additional ([[Wisdom]] bonus/3) bonus to [[Spiritual]] [[CS]] and [[Bolt]] [[Attack strength|AS]] attacks.
*[[Miracle (350)]] - Determines messaging.


* Converted:
=== Paladin Base ===
<pre{{log2}}>'''{{blue|You are choosing to forsake the gods, clearing your deity alignment. You must CONFIRM this action as there is NO changing it once it is done.}}
*[[Divine Vengeance]] - Determines messaging (based on pantheon).
*[[Defense of the Faithful (1608)]] - Determines messaging (based on pantheon).
*[[Aid the Fallen (1613)]] - Determines messaging.
*[[Repentance (1615)]] - Determines messaging and damage type for secondary flares.
*[[Fervor (1618)]] - Determines messaging and damage type for secondary flares.
*[[Judgment (1630)]] - Determines messaging and damage type for secondary flares.
*[[Divine Word (1640)]] - Determines messaging (same as 318).


CONFIRM CHOICE of forsaking the gods.</pre>
=== Lost Arts ===
*[[Guard the Meek (1913)]] - Determines messaging.
*[[Crusade (1918)]] - Determines messaging and damage type for secondary flares.


==See Also==
==See Also==
* [[:Category:Deities|Deities]]
*[[/saved posts|Saved posts]]
* [[Conversion]]
* [[/saved posts|Saved posts]]


[[Category:Verbs]]
[[Category:Cleric]] [[Category:Paladin]]
[[Category:Cleric]]
[[Category:Paladin]]

Revision as of 19:00, 11 March 2022

CONVERT
Type Roleplaying
System
System Magic

The CONVERT verb allows a player to align a character to one of the deities in Elanthia. The verb is the same for all characters, however clerics and paladins will see the effects of the convert status with chants, titles, and spells.

Help

Note: Displays with CONVERT or CONVERT HELP.

Usage:
    CONVERT LIST                    - List all deities available to select
    CONVERT SET {#}                 - Sets which deity you wish to worship
    CONVERT FORSAKE                 - Permanently clears your deity selection

    * * * * * * * * * * WARNING * * * * * * * * * * * *
    You can only manually set your deity alignment once
    * * * * * * * * * * WARNING * * * * * * * * * * * *

   You have not chosen a patron deity.

Usage

LIST

CONVERT LIST will display the list of patrons broken down by Arkati and Lesser Spirit.

(Major Arkati/Spirit)                      || Lesser Spirit/Arkati
1) Koar                                       31) Niima
2) Lumnis                                     32) Aeia
3) Ronan                                      33) Leya
4) Lorminstra                                 34) Tilamaire
5) Imaera                                     35) Laethe
6) Phoen                                      36) Voaris
7) Kai                                        37) Kuon
8) Oleani                                     38) Jaston
9) Jastev                                     39) Voln
10) Eonak
11) Cholen
12) Zelia
13) Fash'lo'nae
14) Tonis
 
(Major Arkati/Spirit)                      || Lesser Spirit/Arkati
50) Eorgina                                   71) Arachne
51) Sheru                                     72) The Huntress
52) Luukos                                    73) Amasalen
53) V'tull                                    74) Onar
54) Mularos                                   75) Ghezresh
55) Ivas
56) Marlu 
57) Andelas
58) Gosaena
59) Charl

999) Other

SET #

CONVERT SET will allow an unconverted character the opportunity to select an arkati or lesser spirit to convert to.
Note: Once a deity is selected, another cannot be selected without the aid of Intercession.

Messaging
Usage:
    CONVERT SET <#>                 - Sets which deity you wish to worship
The proper syntax for use is convert set (number) [confirm]. Typing CONVERT SET # without CONFIRM provides a means to check oneself. CONFIRMing it will set your deity, if the character in question has CONVERTs remaining.

FORSAKE

CONVERT FORSAKE cause a character to forsake their deity, and will clear their alignment. This choice must be confirmed. Note: Similar to CONVERT SET #, this is a one time choice, and will not allow a character to be able to convert to another deity without the aid of Intercession.

Messaging
  • Unconverted:
There's no need to forsake the gods when you aren't even following one!
  • Converted:
You are choosing to forsake the gods, clearing your deity alignment.  You must CONFIRM this action as there is NO changing it once it is done.

CONFIRM CHOICE of forsaking the gods.

See Also