Codex

A Codex is a special weapon modifier in Sands of Aura. In like manner to Pommels these passive or active effects are learned through unique Codex items found across Talamhel. Codices signify one of three modifiers that are dynamically applicable and changeable besides Pommels and Weapon Heads. Once a weapon has been augmented, the Codex can be swapped at will for Glint, based on the rank of the weapon, through reforging. Applying a Codex to a newly crafted weapon does not carry any additional costs. A Codex is considered an optional weapon modifier and strictly speaking not necessary for the creation of a new weapon.

The application of a Codex changes the visual appearance of a weapon, though it does not change the effective combat range or any other underlying performance attribute. The newly formed visual style is characterized by the unique legacy written upon the Codex, directly influenced by the Kingdom's of Man, ancient hyper-advanced Ferrum or insectoid Hashara.

The boons granted by Codices are far more unique than other modifiers, affecting the way a weapon functions during Spellblade, when dealing critical hits or applying entirely new player character enhancements.

List of Codices

	Effect	Location
Warrior Codex	Deal up to 100% more damage based on the percentage of your missing health.	Paragon's Rest
Timeworn Codex	Your attacks reduce your targets armor by 50% of damage dealt stacking up to 25% of their total armor.	Ruins of Hurwell
Ferrum Codex	Your normal attacks deal 25% more damage while spellblade is active.	The Flare Forge
Tempered Codex	When killing an enemy excess damage will carry over to the next attack up to a maximum of 200% of your weapon damage.	Quest reward for The Smile of Hatred
Hashari Codex	Your attacks cause enemies to bleed for 25% of damage dealt over 5 seconds.	Black Rot Chasm
Ishulari Codex	Your special attacks will always deal critical damage.	Ishular