Needs a +1 CL boost (on something) to take Craft A&A early
Does this work?
And how long do you have to have the item? Only for the "day" you qualify, or longer?
And can you use said item to qualify for the PRC at level 6, then use the level 6 feat to take Craft Magic Arms & Armor, and so have a self-supported build?
There's an item called the "Forge of Thautam" (Races of Stone, p 167)
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Forge of Thautam: A dwarf using this forge can create
magic weapons and armor as if he had the Craft Magic Arms
and Armor feat.
Strong conjuration; CL 12th; Craft Wondrous Item, permanency,
creator must be a dwarf; Price 15,000 gp.
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Does having this item mean he qualifies for the PrC? Assuming he's a dwarf or can UMD it.
I remember Terran Brandy (which is classified as a drug) in the Book of Vile Darkness that increases your caster level temporarily at the cost of ability damage.
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Terran Brandy: A potent alcohol, this magical drink is favored by heartless spellcasters of all types. This green liquid is distilled from the essence of dying fey.
Initial Effect: +2 alchemical bonus to effective caster level for 1d20+20 minutes.
Secondary Effect: 2 points of Constitution damage.
Side Effects: None.
Overdose: If more than one dose is taken in a 8-hour period, the user immediately takes 1 point of Constitution damage.
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The cost is 500 gp per dose.