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	{{hatnote\|[http://www.wizards.com/rpga/downloads/LG_Deities.zip ''~~Living Greyhawk~~ Deities'' v.2.0] ~~• ''Living Greyhawk Gazetteer'', pp.164–165~~ • ''The Strategic Review''~~, April 1976~~}}		{{hatnote\|''Living Greyhawk Gazetteer'', p.165 • [http://www.wizards.com/rpga/downloads/LG_Deities.zip ''LG Deities'' v.2.0] • ''The Strategic Review'' #7}}
	'''(High Cleric, Restorer of Righteousness), LG {{abbr\|Al-Qadim\|“Baklunish” in Greyhawk}} {{abbr\|demigod\|by choice, to not outshine God}} of Guardianship, Faithfulness, Dignity, and Duty'''		'''(High Cleric, Restorer of Righteousness), LG {{abbr\|Al-Qadim\|“Baklunish” in Greyhawk}} {{abbr\|demigod\|by choice, to not outshine God}} of Guardianship, Faithfulness, Dignity, and Duty'''
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			;Holy symbol: Eight-pointed star or an image of ''the Cup and Talisman of Al’Akbar''
			;Domains: {{abbr\|Community\|from 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘦 𝘋𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘦 <br>• 𝘓𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘎𝘳𝘦𝘺𝘩𝘢𝘸𝘬 𝘋𝘦𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘷2.0 (2005)}}, Good, {{abbr\|Healing\|• 𝘓𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘎𝘳𝘦𝘺𝘩𝘢𝘸𝘬 𝘎𝘢𝘻𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘦𝘳 (2001), p.165 <br>• 𝘓𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘎𝘳𝘦𝘺𝘩𝘢𝘸𝘬 𝘋𝘦𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘷2.0 (2005)}}, {{abbr\|Knowledge\|• [Greyhawk] 𝘎𝘢𝘻𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘦𝘳 (2000), p.8}}, Law, Protection
			;''weapon of the deity'': ''+1 defending falchion''
			}}
	Al’Akbar (ahl AHK-bar) first came to prominence in the days following the Invoked Devastation, when he was called by the {{abbr\|Enlightened Gods\|“gods of the Paynims” in Greyhawk}} to restore the {{abbr\|Zakharan\|“Baklunish” in Greyhawk}} people to the path of righteousness and dignity. In earnest of this mission, he was given the fabled ''Cup'' and star-shaped ''Talisman'' that now bear his name. He taught that true religion must include proper devotion to the gods, protection of the community, and guidance of the faithful. Eventually, he caused his own mosque to be constructed and allowed his followers to call upon his name in their prayers, soon thereafter ascending to take his place among the gods, although he remains a demigod out of respect for the rest of the pantheon. His symbol is an image of the ''Cup and Talisman'' artifacts.		Al’Akbar (ahl AHK-bar) first came to prominence in the days following the Invoked Devastation, when he was called by the {{abbr\|Enlightened Gods\|“gods of the Paynims” in Greyhawk}} to restore the {{abbr\|Zakharan\|“Baklunish” in Greyhawk}} people to the path of righteousness and dignity. In earnest of this mission, he was given the fabled ''Cup'' and star-shaped ''Talisman'' that now bear his name. He taught that true religion must include proper devotion to the gods, protection of the community, and guidance of the faithful. Eventually, he caused his own mosque to be constructed and allowed his followers to call upon his name in their prayers, soon thereafter ascending to take his place among the gods, although he remains a demigod out of respect for the rest of the pantheon. His symbol is an image of the ''Cup and Talisman'' artifacts.

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	Clerics of the Exalted Faith usually bear the title of ''qadi'', and tend toward lawful good or neutral good. Clerics of the True Faith are called ''mullahs'', and strongly favor lawful neutral. Both types hold office as ministers, judges, scholars and teachers in civil government, while also serving as healers, advisers and guardians for the military. Adventuring clerics are tolerant of infidels, though they are still expected to uphold the ideals of the faith. The wandering clergy may travel to any land in search of the ''Cup and Talisman of Al’Akbar''. Ritual prayers may be made at dawn and dusk.		Clerics of the Exalted Faith usually bear the title of ''qadi'', and tend toward lawful good or neutral good. Clerics of the True Faith are called ''mullahs'', and strongly favor lawful neutral. Both types hold office as ministers, judges, scholars and teachers in civil government, while also serving as healers, advisers and guardians for the military. Adventuring clerics are tolerant of infidels, though they are still expected to uphold the ideals of the faith. The wandering clergy may travel to any land in search of the ''Cup and Talisman of Al’Akbar''. Ritual prayers may be made at dawn and dusk.
	~~{{statblock\|~~
	~~;Symbols: Eight-pointed star or an image of ''the Cup and Talisman of Al’Akbar''.~~
	~~;Domains: Good, Healing, Law, Protection~~
	~~;''weapon of the deity'': ''+1 defending falchion''~~
	}}

	==Church==		==Church==
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	===Shining Blades===		===Shining Blades===
	{{hatnote\|''Living Greyhawk Deities'' v.2.0 <small>(2005 March 2)</small>}}		{{hatnote\|''Living Greyhawk Deities'' v.2.0 <small>(2005 March 2)</small> • ''Complete Divine'' <small>(p.63)</small> based on ''Dragon'' #283}}
	~~{{hatnote\|~~''Complete Divine'' <small>(p.63)</small> based on ''Dragon'' #283}}
	The shining blade of Al’Akbar is a member of an order of knights dedicated to prowess in melee combat.		The shining blade of Al’Akbar is a member of an order of knights dedicated to prowess in melee combat.

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	==== ''The Cup and Talisman of Akbar'' ====		==== ''The Cup and Talisman of Akbar'' ====
	This very puissant and holy item is usable only by Dervishes, Rangers, and Paladins. It consists of a golden cup chased with platinum and mithril filigree and many jewels of great price. Lying in the bowl of the chalice is a platinum talisman engraved with an eight-pointed star, and the name of Allah in Kufic script, which is attached to a golden chain with platinum and silver beadwork. The object has a minimum face value of 75,000 gold pieces, however, in the hands of any of the above types, the true worth of the object becomes apparent; for when the chalice is filled with water and the talisman is dipped into the water (with appropriate prayers), the water is miraculously transmuted into a potion according to the following percentages:		This very puissant and holy item is usable only by Dervishes, Rangers, and Paladins. It consists of a golden cup chased with platinum and mithril filigree and many jewels of great price. Lying in the bowl of the chalice is a platinum talisman engraved with an eight-pointed star, and the name of Allah in Kufic script, which is attached to a golden chain with platinum and silver beadwork. The object has a minimum face value of 75,000 gold pieces, however, in the hands of any of the above types, the true worth of the object becomes apparent; for when the chalice is filled with water and the talisman is dipped into the water (with appropriate prayers), the water is miraculously transmuted into a potion according to the following percentages:
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	\|class=in1\|0–45 \|\|light healing potion		\|class=in1\|0–45 \|\|light healing potion
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	==== ''The Staff of the Priest Kings'' ====		==== ''The Staff of the Priest Kings'' ====
	This is the clerical equivalent of the Staff of Wizardry, and combines the following functions: 1) the snake staff, 2) sticks to snakes, 3) insect plague, 4) create/pollute food and water, 5) cure/cause disease, 6) continual light, 7) neutralize poison, 8) cure light and serious wounds. This is the basic staff, which is +1 on spell effectiveness. Other staves may be found, according to the following percentages:		This is the clerical equivalent of the Staff of Wizardry, and combines the following functions: 1) the snake staff, 2) sticks to snakes, 3) insect plague, 4) create/pollute food and water, 5) cure/cause disease, 6) continual light, 7) neutralize poison, 8) cure light and serious wounds. This is the basic staff, which is +1 on spell effectiveness. Other staves may be found, according to the following percentages:
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	\|class=in1\|0–65 \|\|basic staff		\|class=in1\|0–65 \|\|basic staff

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	Whenever the cup and talisman are shown at the same time, all intelligent creatures viewing the artifacts must succeed on a DC 19 Will save or be overcome with greed and covetousness. Affected creatures attack the possessor in an attempt to steal the artifacts. Creatures friendly toward the possessor gain a +4 bonus on their Will save. The effect ends when both artifacts are removed from the affected creature’s sight.		Whenever the cup and talisman are shown at the same time, all intelligent creatures viewing the artifacts must succeed on a DC 19 Will save or be overcome with greed and covetousness. Affected creatures attack the possessor in an attempt to steal the artifacts. Creatures friendly toward the possessor gain a +4 bonus on their Will save. The effect ends when both artifacts are removed from the affected creature’s sight.

			=== Original D&D ===
			{{hatnote\|“Mighty Magic Miscellany” by Neal Healy, ''The Strategic Review'', Vol. II No. 2, April ’76}}

			==== ''The Cup and Talisman of Akbar'' ====
			This very puissant and holy item is usable only by Dervishes, Rangers, and Paladins. It consists of a golden cup chased with platinum and mithril filigree and many jewels of great price. Lying in the bowl of the chalice is a platinum talisman engraved with an eight-pointed star, and the name of Allah in Kufic script, which is attached to a golden chain with platinum and silver beadwork. The object has a minimum face value of 75,000 gold pieces, however, in the hands of any of the above types, the true worth of the object becomes apparent; for when the chalice is filled with water and the talisman is dipped into the water (with appropriate prayers), the water is miraculously transmuted into a potion according to the following percentages:
			{\| class="c1c c1nw"
			\|-
			\|class=in1\|0–45 \|\|light healing potion
			\|-
			\|46–70 \|\|heavy healing potion
			\|-
			\|71–75 \|\|intensive healing balm (4–40)
			\|-
			\|76–85 \|\|the universal antidote
			\|-
			\|86–94 \|\|a cure for all diseases
			\|-
			\|95–99 \|\|an ointment to raise the dead
			\|-
			\|00 \|\|balm for victims of the undead* <span class=nw>*(acts as the ''restoration'' spell)</span>
			\|}
			This item is usable but once per ''week'', and will produce a volume equal to one potion bottle.

			==== ''The Staff of the Priest Kings'' ====
			This is the clerical equivalent of the Staff of Wizardry, and combines the following functions: 1) the snake staff, 2) sticks to snakes, 3) insect plague, 4) create/pollute food and water, 5) cure/cause disease, 6) continual light, 7) neutralize poison, 8) cure light and serious wounds. This is the basic staff, which is +1 on spell effectiveness. Other staves may be found, according to the following percentages:
			{\| class="c1c c1nw"
			\|-
			\|class=in1\|0–65 \|\|basic staff
			\|-
			\|66–75 \|\|above with the ''Pillars of Flame and Smoke'' (a spectacular find the path spell)
			\|-
			\|76–85 \|\|as above, and ''Earthquake'' and ''Hold Person''
			\|-
			\|86–95 \|\|as above, and ''Raise the Dead'' (2–8, burns 2 charges)
			\|-
			\|96–99 \|\|as above, and ''Raise the Dead Fully'' (1–6, burns 3 charges/spell)
			\|-
			\|00 \|\|as above, and ''Restoration'' (1–4, 4 charges/spell), and Blade Barrier, +2 on spell effectiveness.
			\|}
			Like the Staff of Wizardry, these staves have 200 charges, but have no final-strike capacity.

			==== ''The Brazen Bottle'' ====
			This item has the appearance of a highly-burnished brazen flask, shaped like a Kline’s bottle. The flask is corked, the cork having a red seal impressed with mystical runes. When uncorked, the symbols on the seal may be used to compel 1–6 djinni or 1–2 efreet into the bottle, which is then corked. When only one creature is being compelled, the compulsion is at +4 effectiveness, for two creatures the effectiveness drops to +1, and more than 2 creatures have normal saving throws. The bottle may also be used to attempt to jug one of the following critters, a balrog (+3), invisible stalker (+2), an air elemental (−1), a fire elemental (−2), or a demon (+1). If forcibly compelled into the bottle, all of the above creatures (including the djinni and efreet) will tend to be in a very foul mood when next uncorked (attacking with haste and ferocity). When found in a dungeon, or elsewhere, the bottle may already be occupied, at the referee’s discretion. If a considerable time has elapsed since the being was compelled into the jug (say about 1500 years), the being ''may'' be so glad for its newfound freedom that it will willingly serve the person who has freed it for 1001 days. Though, in some cases (a balrog f’rinstance) the freed creature may attempt to trash out everyone in the immediate vicinity (just on general principles, of course).

	==See also==		==See also==

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			'''(High Cleric, Restorer of Righteousness), LG {{abbr\|Al-Qadim\|“Baklunish” in Greyhawk}} {{abbr\|demigod\|by choice, to not outshine God}} of Guardianship, Faithfulness, Dignity, and Duty'''

			Al’Akbar (ahl AHK-bar) first came to prominence in the days following the Invoked Devastation, when he was called by the {{abbr\|Enlightened Gods\|“gods of the Paynims” in Greyhawk}} to restore the {{abbr\|Zakharan\|“Baklunish” in Greyhawk}} people to the path of righteousness and dignity. In earnest of this mission, he was given the fabled ''Cup'' and star-shaped ''Talisman'' that now bear his name. He taught that true religion must include proper devotion to the gods, protection of the community, and guidance of the faithful. Eventually, he caused his own mosque to be constructed and allowed his followers to call upon his name in their prayers, soon thereafter ascending to take his place among the gods, although he remains a demigod out of respect for the rest of the pantheon. His symbol is an image of the ''Cup and Talisman'' artifacts.

			:''Be as a vessel of kindness and emblem of devotion, for the righteous man is both steadfast and merciful. Be not as the untutored infidel, but rather heed your superiors, and submit to their wisdom and guidance. Let the faithful strive always to nurture the seed of Good in the soil of Law, that by doing so they are received into the Garden of Al’Akbar.''

			The faith of Al’Akbar {{abbr\|inspires\|dominates}} the {{abbr\|Zakharan\|“Baklunish” in Greyhawk}} culture with its sense of community and propriety. They teach Ancient {{abbr\|Midani\|“Baklunish” in Greyhawk}} as the language of poetry and learning; they are generally well disposed toward other faiths that use the classical language in their liturgy. Two historical branches of this faith exist. The followers of the Exalted Faith recognize the supremacy of the {{abbr\|Grand Caliph\|“holy caliph” in Greyhawk}} (the ruler of {{abbr\|Huzuz\|“Ekbir” in Greyhawk}}); they are masters of rhetoric and diplomacy, with high regard for academic achievement. Followers of the True Faith defer to the authority of the grand {{abbr\|Emir\|“mufti” in Greyhawk}} of the {{abbr\|Cities of the Pantheon\|“Yatils” in Greyhawk}}, taking a more fundamental approach to religion that emphasizes hard work, plain speech, and obedience. More obscure divisions exist among {{abbr\|Zakharan\|“Paynim” in Greyhawk}} dervishes.

			Clerics of the Exalted Faith usually bear the title of ''qadi'', and tend toward lawful good or neutral good. Clerics of the True Faith are called ''mullahs'', and strongly favor lawful neutral. Both types hold office as ministers, judges, scholars and teachers in civil government, while also serving as healers, advisers and guardians for the military. Adventuring clerics are tolerant of infidels, though they are still expected to uphold the ideals of the faith. The wandering clergy may travel to any land in search of the ''Cup and Talisman of Al’Akbar''. Ritual prayers may be made at dawn and dusk.
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	~~;Alignment: LG~~
	~~;Pantheon: Baklunish~~
	~~;Gender: {{abbr\|♂\|demigod (by choice)}}~~
	~~;Province: Guardianship, Faithfulness, Dignity, Duty.~~
	~~;Domains: Community,<sup>''CD''</sup> Good, Healing, Law, Nobility,<sup>''FRCS''</sup> Protection.~~
	;Symbols: Eight-pointed star or an image of ''the Cup and Talisman of Al’Akbar''.		;Symbols: Eight-pointed star or an image of ''the Cup and Talisman of Al’Akbar''.
	;~~Titles~~: ~~High Cleric~~, ~~Restorer of Righteousness.~~		;Domains: Good, Healing, Law, Protection
	;''~~Weapon~~ of the deity'' ~~spell~~: ''+1 defending falchion''.		;''weapon of the deity'': ''+1 defending falchion''
	}}		}}
	Al’Akbar (ahl AHK-bar) first came to prominence in the days following the Invoked Devastation, when he was called by the gods of the Paynims to restore the Baklunish people to the path of righteousness and dignity. In earnest of this mission, he was given the fabled Cup and the star-shaped Talisman that now bear his name. He taught that true religion must include proper devotion to the gods, protection of the community, and guidance of the faithful. Eventually, he caused his own mosque to be constructed and allowed his followers to call upon his name in their prayers, soon thereafter ascending to take his place among the gods, although he retains a demigod out of respect for the rest of the pantheon. His symbol is an image of the Cup and Talisman artifacts.

	“Be a vessel of kindness and emblem of devotion, for the righteous man is both steadfast and merciful. Be not as the untutored infidel, but rather heed your superiors, and submit to their wisdom and guidance. Let the faithful strive always to nurture the seed of Good in the soil of Law, that by doing so they are received into the Garden of Al’Akbar.” The faith of Al’Akbar dominates the Baklunish culture with its sense of community and propriety. They teach Ancient Baklunish as the language of poetry and learning; they are generally well disposed toward other faiths that use the classical language in their liturgy.

	==Church==		==Church==

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;Alignment: LG
;Pantheon: Baklunish
;Gender: {{abbr|♂|demigod (by choice)}}
;Province: Guardianship, Faithfulness, Dignity, Duty.
;Domains: Community,''CD'' Good, Healing, Law, Nobility,''FRCS'' Protection.
;Symbols: Eight-pointed star or an image of ''the Cup and Talisman of Al’Akbar''.
;Titles: High Cleric, Restorer of Righteousness.
;''Weapon of the deity'' spell: ''+1 defending falchion''.
}}
Al’Akbar (ahl AHK-bar) first came to prominence in the days following the Invoked Devastation, when he was called by the gods of the Paynims to restore the Baklunish people to the path of righteousness and dignity. In earnest of this mission, he was given the fabled Cup and the star-shaped Talisman that now bear his name. He taught that true religion must include proper devotion to the gods, protection of the community, and guidance of the faithful. Eventually, he caused his own mosque to be constructed and allowed his followers to call upon his name in their prayers, soon thereafter ascending to take his place among the gods, although he retains a demigod out of respect for the rest of the pantheon. His symbol is an image of the Cup and Talisman artifacts.

“Be a vessel of kindness and emblem of devotion, for the righteous man is both steadfast and merciful. Be not as the untutored infidel, but rather heed your superiors, and submit to their wisdom and guidance. Let the faithful strive always to nurture the seed of Good in the soil of Law, that by doing so they are received into the Garden of Al’Akbar.” The faith of Al’Akbar dominates the Baklunish culture with its sense of community and propriety. They teach Ancient Baklunish as the language of poetry and learning; they are generally well disposed toward other faiths that use the classical language in their liturgy.

Two historical branches of this faith exist, and more obscure divisions exist among the Paynim dervishes.
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;Followers of the Exalted Faith: recognize the supremacy of the holy caliph (the ruler of Ekbir); they are masters of rhetoric and diplomacy, with high regard for academic achievement. Clerics of the Exalted Faith usually bear the title of qadi, and tend toward LG or NG.
;Followers of the True Faith: defer to the authority of the grand mufti of the Yatils, taking a more fundamental approach to religion that emphasizes hard work, plain speech, and obedience. Clerics of the True Faith are called mullahs, and strongly favor LN.
}}

Clerics of both branches hold office as ministers, judges, scholars, and teachers in civil government, while also serving as healers, advisers, and guardians military. Adventuring clerics are tolerant of infidels, though they are still expected to uphold the ideals of the faith. The wandering clergy may travel to any land in search of ''the Cup and Talisman of Al’Akbar''. Ritual prayers may be made at dawn and dusk.

==Shining Blade of Al’Akbar==
{{hatnote|''Living Greyhawk Deities'' v.2.0 (2005 March 2)}}
{{hatnote|''Complete Divine'' (p.63) based on ''Dragon'' #283}}
The shining blade of Al’Akbar is a member of an order of knights dedicated to prowess in melee combat.

Al’Akbar’s teachings focus on promoting good through the use of armed force. Those among Al’Akbar’s servants, both clerics and paladins, who aspire to become mighty weapons in their deity's unending war against evil hope one day to enter the shining blades. The shining blades of Al’Akbar is an order of knights dedicated to prowess in melee combat, which is achieved through prayer, devotion, and asceticism. Members of the shining blades have an austere and simple lifestyle, forsaking all worldly wealth and many earthly pleasures in their quest to become but a blade in the hand of Al’Akbar.

Most shining blades of Al’Akbar are clerics or paladins. Some members of the order believe that a minimum of training as a cleric, combined with the intense martial discipline of the fighter, is ideal to achieve the goal the shining blades seek, while others follow a single class exclusively. Very few multiclass arcane spellcasters, rogues, or monks feel drawn to the shining blades.

NPC members of the shining blades are probably the most devout, single-minded, and driven crusaders in the world. Consumed with passion for the path they have chosen, they have little patience for those who are “blinded” by desire for material goods or personal power. All that matters, they believe and preach, is the fight against evil; as long as evil remains strong there is important work to be done.

===Requirements===
{{statblock|
;Base Attack Bonus: +7.
;Alignment: Lawful good.
;Skills: Knowledge (religion) 7 ranks.
;Base Save Bonus: Will +3.
;Spells: Able to cast 1st-level divine spells.
;Special: Must have Al’Akbar as a patron deity.
}}

===Advancement===
{{statblock|
;Class skills: Concentration, Craft, Diplomacy, Heal, Knowledge (religion), Profession, Spellcraft.
;Skill points: 2 + Int.
;Hit die: d10.
}}
{| class="d20 table c2c c3c c4c c5c"
!Level !!BAB !!Fort !!Ref !!Will !!Special !!Spellcasting
|-
|class="in1"|1st ||class="in1"|+1 ||+2 ||+0 ||+2 ||[[#Shock blade|Shock blade]] (2/day) ||—
|-
|class="in1"|2nd ||class="in1"|+2 ||+3 ||+0 ||+3 ||— ||+1 level of existing divine class
|-
|class="in1"|3rd ||class="in1"|+3 ||+3 ||+1 ||+3 ||Shock blade (3/day) ||—
|-
|class="in1"|4th ||class="in1"|+4 ||+4 ||+1 ||+4 ||— ||+1 level of existing divine class
|-
|class="in1"|5th ||class="in1"|+5 ||+4 ||+1 ||+4 ||[[#Holy blade|Holy blade]] (4/day) ||—
|-
|class="in1"|6th ||class="in1"|+6 ||+5 ||+2 ||+5 ||— ||+1 level of existing divine class
|-
|class="in1"|7th ||class="in1"|+7 ||+5 ||+2 ||+5 ||Holy blade (5/day) ||—
|-
|class="in1"|8th ||class="in1"|+8 ||+6 ||+2 ||+6 ||— ||+1 level of existing divine class
|-
|class="in1"|9th ||class="in1"|+9 ||+6 ||+3 ||+6 ||[[#Brilliant blade|Brilliant blade]] (6/day) ||—
|-
|10th ||+10 ||+7 ||+3 ||+7 ||— ||+1 level of existing divine class
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===Features===

====Weapon and armor proficiency====
The shining blades of Al’Akbar are proficient with all simple and martial weapons, with all armor, and with shields.


====Spells per day/spells known====
When an even-numbered level is gained, the shining blade of Al’Akbar gains new spells per day (and spells known, if applicable) as if they had also gained a level in whatever spellcasting class in which they could cast divine spells before they added the prestige class level. They do not, however, gain any other benefit a character of that class would have gained. If a character had more than one divine spellcasting class in which they could cast 1st-level spells before they became a shining blade, they must decide to which class they add each level of shining blade for the purpose of determining spells per day and spells known.

====Shock blade====
{{hatnote|(Su) Supernatural ability}}
Twice per day as a standard action, a shining blade of Al’Akbar can cause a slashing or piercing weapon they are holding to become a shock weapon, dealing an extra 1d6 points of electricity damage on a successful hit. The weapon is enhanced this way for up to a number of rounds equal to the shining blade’s level plus their Charisma modifier (if any), but only so long as the shining blade is holding the weapon. If they are disarmed or give the weapon to another character, the magical effect ends.

====Holy blade====
{{hatnote|(Su) Supernatural ability}}
At 5th level, the shining blade of Al’Akbar can bestow two magical enhancements upon their weapon. This supernatural ability replaces the shock blade ability and can be used three times per day. With each use of this ability, they can choose to make the weapon a shock weapon dealing +1d6 points of damage or a holy weapon dealing +2d6 points of bonus damage against evil creatures. The weapon is enhanced this way for up to a number of rounds equal to the shining blade’s level plus their Charisma modifier (if any), but only so long as the shining blade is holding the weapon. If they are disarmed or give the weapon to another character, the magical effect ends. The two uses of this ability can overlap, so in a given combat a shining blade can spend one standard action to make their blade holy and another to make it a shock weapon. The weapon cannot be made to be doubly holy or doubly shocking.

====Brilliant blade====
{{hatnote|(Su) Supernatural ability}}
At 9th level, a shining blade can bestow three magical enhancements upon their weapon. This supernatural ability replaces the holy blade ability and can be used six times per day. With each use of this ability, they can choose to make the weapon a shock weapon dealing an extra 1d6 points of electricity damage, a holy weapon dealing an extra 2d6 points of damage against evil creatures, or a brilliant energy weapon, which sheds light as a torch and ignores nonliving matter (including armor, undead, constructs, and objects). The weapon is enhanced this way for up to a number of rounds equal to the shining blade’s level plus their Charisma modifier (if any), but only so long as the shining blade is holding the weapon. If they are disarmed or give the weapon to another character, the magical effect ends. The three uses of this ability can overlap, so in a given combat a shining blade can spend one standard action to make their blade holy, another to make it a shock weapon, and another to make it a brilliant energy weapon. The weapon cannot be made to be doubly holy, doubly shocking, or doubly brilliant.


==''Cup and Talisman of Al’Akbar''==
{{hatnote|''Book of Exalted Deeds'' (2003, p.118)}}
This pair of holy artifacts first appeared in the desert city of Khaibar shortly after a great devastation. Sultan Amhara of Khaibar sent agents to retrieve the cup and talisman after they were stolen from a local temple by bandits. Fearing a great invasion, the sultan concealed the artifacts in two different areas of his palace, but they were found and stolen yet again. Their current whereabouts are unknown.

===''Cup of Al’Akbar''===
This chalice is made of hammered gold, chased with silver filigree and set with twelve great gems (apparent value 75,000 gp). It does not radiate magic, although it glows with a warm golden light. Seven times per day, the cup can turn ordinary water into a potion of ''cure light wounds'' (1d8+1). The potion must be imbibed directly from the cup; it reverts to ordinary water if poured into another vessel. The holder of the cup can also use a ''bless'' spell once per day (cast at 20th level).

A nongood keeper of the cup takes 1 point of permanent Constitution drain each day the cup remains in his custody. This drain cannot be restored by any means except a ''wish'' or ''miracle'' spell. If the keeper’s Constitution drops to 0, they die and turn into a deathless guardian (see the deathless creature type in Chapter 8: Monsters) bound to the cup. This ability score drain is cumulative with the drain from the Talisman of Al’Akbar (see below).

===''Talisman of Al’Akbar''===
The talisman is made of hammered platinum in the shape of an eight-pointed star, chased with gold inlays, and with a small gem tipping each point. The star depends from a chain of gold set with silver beading (apparent value 25,000 gp). Like the cup, the talisman does not radiate magic. However, the wearer can use the following spells: At will—''remove disease''; 1/day—''remove curse''.

A nongood keeper of the talisman takes 1 point of permanent Constitution drain each day the cup remains in his custody. This drain cannot be restored by any means except a ''wish'' or ''miracle'' spell. If the keeper’s Constitution drops to 0, they die and turn into a deathless guardian (see the deathless creature type in Chapter 8: Monsters) bound to the cup. This ability score drain is cumulative with the drain from the Cup of Al’Akbar (see above).

===Resonating effect===
A creature wearing the talisman and holding the cup can cast ''resurrection'' three times per week. Casting the spell requires a 10-minute ritual during which a vial of holy water must be poured into the cup and poured over the remains of the creature to be resurrected. The spell works only on nonevil creatures and ignores the usual material component cost.

Whenever the cup and talisman are shown at the same time, all intelligent creatures viewing the artifacts must succeed on a DC 19 Will save or be overcome with greed and covetousness. Affected creatures attack the possessor in an attempt to steal the artifacts. Creatures friendly toward the possessor gain a +4 bonus on their Will save. The effect ends when both artifacts are removed from the affected creature’s sight.

==See also==
* AD&D I9 ''Day of Al’Akbar'' (1986)
* AD&D ''Greyhawk Adventures'' (1988) mentions the Cup and Talisman.
* AD&D2 ''Book of Artifacts'' (1993) details the Cup and Talisman.
* AD&D2 ''Bastion of Faith'' (2000) mentions Al’Akbar.
* D&D 3.0 [Greyhawk] ''Gazeteer'' (2000) brief description of Al’Akbar.
* D&D 3.0 ''Living Greyhawk Gazeteer'' (2000) description of Al’Akbar.
* D&D “The Sultanate of Zeif”, ''Living Greyhawk Journal'' #5 (2001 July) mentions clergy of Al’Akbar.
* D&D 3.0 ''Epic Level Handbook'' (2001) details the Cup and Talisman.
* D&D 3.5 ''Book of Exalted Deeds'' (2003) details the Cup and Talisman.
* D&D 3.5 ''[http://www.wizards.com/default.asp?x=lg Living Greyhawk Archives]'' (2003–2008)
** [http://www.wizards.com/rpga/downloads/LG_Deities.zip ''Living Greyhawk Deities'' v.2.0] (2005 Mar. 2)
** [http://www.wizards.com/default.asp?x=lg/region/ekbir “Ekbir Regional Information”] (2006 Aug. 1)
** [http://www.wizards.com/default.asp?x=lg/region/tusmit “Tusmit Regional Information“”] (2006 Aug. 1)
** [http://www.wizards.com/default.asp?x=lg/lgad/20061212a “Regional Adventure Updates”] (2006 Dec. 12)
** [http://www.wizards.com/default.asp?x=lg/lgad/20070502a “Regional Adventure Updates”] (2007 May 2)
** [http://www.wizards.com/default.asp?x=lg/lgad/20071009a “Regional Adventure Updates”] (2007 Oct. 9)
** [http://www.wizards.com/default.asp?x=lg/lgad/20080319a “Regional Adventure Updates”] (2008 Mar. 19)

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	* <small>AD&D</small> ''Dungeon Masters Guide'' <small>(1979) by Gary Gygax</small>		* <small>AD&D</small> ''Dungeon Masters Guide'' <small>(1979) by Gary Gygax</small>
	* <small>AD&D</small> I9 ''Day of Al’Akbar'' <small>(1986)</small>		* <small>AD&D</small> I9 ''Day of Al’Akbar'' <small>(1986)</small>
	* <small>AD&D</small> ''Greyhawk Adventures'' <small>(1988)</small> ~~mentions~~ the Cup and Talisman.		* <small>AD&D</small> ''Greyhawk Adventures'' <small>(1988)</small>
			*: “The Pinnacles of Azor’alq… The ''Cup and Talisman of Al’Akbar'' is rumored to reside there.” (p.89)
			*: “If the campaign includes the ''Cup and Talisman of Al’Akbar'' which are described …in the ''DMG''” (p.99)
	* <small>AD&D2</small> ''Book of Artifacts'' <small>(1993)</small> details the Cup and Talisman.		* <small>AD&D2</small> ''Book of Artifacts'' <small>(1993)</small> details the Cup and Talisman.
	* <small>AD&D2</small> ''Bastion of Faith'' <small>(2000)</small> mentions Al’Akbar.		* <small>AD&D2</small> ''Bastion of Faith'' <small>(2000)</small> mentions Al’Akbar.

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	==See also==		==See also==
			* <small>AD&D</small> ''Dungeon Masters Guide'' <small>(1979) by Gary Gygax</small>
	* <small>AD&D</small> I9 ''Day of Al’Akbar'' <small>(1986)</small>		* <small>AD&D</small> I9 ''Day of Al’Akbar'' <small>(1986)</small>
	* <small>AD&D</small> ''Greyhawk Adventures'' <small>(1988)</small> mentions the Cup and Talisman.		* <small>AD&D</small> ''Greyhawk Adventures'' <small>(1988)</small> mentions the Cup and Talisman.

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