[The Etching Process](/Rules.aspx?ID=736)\r\n\r\n**Source** [Core Rulebook](/Sources.aspx?ID=1) pg. 580 4.0\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nEtching a rune on an item follows the same process as using the Craft activity to make an item. You must be able to Craft magic items, have the formula for the rune, have the item you’re adding the rune to in your possession throughout the etching process, and meet any special Craft Requirements. The rune has no effect until you complete the Craft activity. You can etch only one rune at a time.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\n\n",
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"text": " The Etching Process Source Core Rulebook pg. 580 4.0 Etching a rune on an item follows the same process as using the Craft activity to make an item. You must be able to Craft magic items, have the formula for the rune, have the item you’re adding the rune to in your possession throughout the etching process, and meet any special Craft Requirements. The rune has no effect until you complete the Craft activity. You can etch only one rune at a time. ",
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