Rooted Bark

Dense living bark, or bark-like hide, from rooted plant creatures; valued for its natural toughness and its affinity for steady footing.

Applicable items: Shield facings, light armor, bracers, staff wraps, outer panels

Traits granted: Rooted Bark

Effects: While standing on soil, roots, moss or other natural ground, the wearer gains +1 on saves against forced movement.

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 cured rooted bark.

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

Restrictions: Unsuitable for most fine garments, flexible clothwork and delicate articulated mechanisms.

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