[SE] sun of a beach

From behind a corner, a bush, a tree, or out of thin air, comes The Magician. Known only by that name, he is swathed in robes that swirl with ever-changing colours and a face hidden behind a theatrical mask. He moves like quicksilver and yet is never in a rush. Why should he be? Luck follows in his footsteps and he carries power in his pockets.

"Give me your hand..." His gloved hand spreads wide your fingers, and as he inspects your palm, you feel...nothing at all. The Magician titters as he reaches into his pocket.

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You have encountered The Magician!
The Magician can grant either +4 stats of your choosing, or give basic magic/regular attuned shift/basic item/etc (aka one basic/entry level thing/magic/shift/whatever).

The Magician counts as a Rare Creature for the purposes of levelling, but does not count as a Random Event for levelling or MP. There will be no further admin/re intervention, and The Magician will disappear after this post (he cannot be followed or attacked).