Mystic Realms: Technical Mechanics

Realm Types

Type	Description	Access	Ownership
Static (SMR)	Pre-existing major realms	Rare, Fixed Portals	Not Claimable
Pocket (PMR)	Discoverable minor realms	Random Portals	Claimable

Grade Classifications

Grade	Min Size	Typical Size	Challenge Rating
F	10 sq miles	100 sq miles	Party Level +2
E	100 sq miles	1,000 sq miles	Party Level +3
D	1,000 sq miles	10,000 sq miles	Party Level +4
C	10,000 sq miles	100,000 sq miles	Party Level +5
B	100,000 sq miles	1,000,000 sq miles	Party Level +6
A	1,000,000 sq miles	10,000,000 sq miles	Party Level +7
S	No limit	Infinite	Party Level +8

Claiming Process

Requirements

Step	Requirement	Time Frame
Attunement	Complete realm-specific task	Variable
Control	Find Control Mechanism	Must be in realm
Challenge	Defeat Realm Guardian	Single combat
Mastery	Complete Additional Tasks	If required

Control Benefits

Portal creation and control
Access to realm resources
Command over native beings
Special mount acquisition
Environment manipulation

Realm Features

Standard Components

Unique Ecosystem
Native Inhabitants
Special Resources
Zonewide Effect
Control Mechanism
Guardian Entity
Special Mount

Resource Types

Category	Examples	Renewal Rate
Flora	Rare plants, fruits	2x normal
Fauna	Unique creatures	1x normal
Mineral	Special ores, gems	4x normal
Magical	Energy sources	Variable

Portal Mechanics

Static Realm Portals

Status	Duration	Frequency
Fixed	Permanent	Very Rare
Cyclical	Predictable	Rare
Random	1d4 days	Uncommon

Pocket Realm Portals

Type	Creation Time	Duration
Owner Created	1 hour	Until closed
Natural	Instant	2d6 hours
Emergency	1 action	1d4 rounds

Portal Maintenance

Requirements for sustained portals:

Energy source required
Physical anchor point
Regular maintenance
Protection from interference
Owner presence for creation