Entropy Effects

• • • Like Clockwork — Patterns that rely on precision can be improved and shielded with this simple Effect. By insulating a Pattern against

the forces of Entropy, a device can be not only protected from decay and rust, but made to run perfectly for years, never failing and never allowing

errors to creep in. Obviously, time catches up with all things so this Effect can't be made permanent. However, it can stretch the life and accuracy of

all sorts of machines if it's maintained regularly (especially clocks, computers and other such precision devices). The Technocracy uses this Effect

extensively, simply through regular maintenance of its machinery. Tradition mages might work small charms and blessings into a device to give it

similar benefits. This Effect's successes establish a duration and size for the subject, keeping it shielded from running down naturally. The successes

also defend against Entropy attacks levied against the object in question: An Entropy attack deducts from this Effect's protective successes first

before hampering the object's functionality.