the Black Iron Nail is the name used in the chronicle for the square-headed fitting Nadia removed from beneath the driver’s bench of Elk’s Wagon.
At a Glance
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Kind | Square-headed iron fitting |
| Holder | Nadia |
| Status | Removed from the wagon |
Description
Shallie’s magic isolated a faint aura around the nail. When Nadia pried it free with a hammer, the fresh smell and appearance of the provisions vanished immediately, revealing rotten food beneath the Illusion.
Known History
shallie had previously sensed traces of magic among the nails, bolts, and fittings beneath the driver’s bench without identifying a single source. At the Forest Edge Campsite, she narrowed the effect to this nail and Nadia removed it.
Connections
Unanswered Questions
- Who enchanted or placed the nail?
- Why was the cargo’s decay concealed?
- Does the nail retain any magic after its removal?