Aberration Hide (Grasping)

Aberrant hide formed around grasping limbs, tendrils or tentacles, prized for gear that has to cling, bind or hold fast under strain.

Applicable items: Gloves, wraps, boots, belts, shield facings, wrestling gear

Traits granted: Aberration Hide

Effects: While wearing or using the item, the user gains +1 on checks to Grapple, Escape a Grapple, or keep hold of a creature.

Scaling profile: Flat: +1 to the listed flat bonus each time the finished item enters a higher item-level band (5, 11, 17).

Crafting requirements: Tools appropriate to the base item, plus properly prepared grasping aberration hide.

Crafting modifiers: +25% raw material cost; Craft DC +1.

Restrictions: Unsuitable for loose garments, fine dresswear and most items meant to slide freely or release quickly.

Magic items: The item keeps the Aberration Hide trait if it is later made Masterwork or enchanted.