[MW Rogues Gallery] Friction Jinn - CR 6 Medium Aberration (Jinn) - $5 Reward (Patreon)

“Is it annoying to have all my clothes stuck together in the morning? Sure. But good luck finding a faster way to cross the outer dunes. These jinn are a huge timesaver!”

—Cpt. Sandy, Grit-Grinder Adrenaline Junkie

Dishes stuck to tables? Feet scraping across rugs? Hinges suddenly squeaking? There are many small signs that point to the presence of a friction jinn nearby. Invisible beyond a layer of sand and dust that outlines their forms, these creatures are easy to miss and have inspired countless household folktales—generally providing convenient excuses for all sorts of unfortunate accidents.

Hidden Force. Old stories tell of invisible devils sneaking into kitchens to stick feet to the ground and rust cupboard hinges. Other myths speak of sand spirits that ride the winds and sandstorms in the shapes of people, stripping paint from houses as they pass. These legends—all about friction jinn—fostered centuries of fear and superstition surrounding these unfortunate creatures, pushing them into reclusive lifestyles in order to avoid sowing panic. In recent times, however, the growing presence of Imaginal-born folk in the Timespun Sands has made friction jinn a more common sight. Many now find employment in industrial settings across the desert, working alongside mortals and gradually dispelling the myths that surround them.

Sticky Sands. Friction jinn increase the friction of their surroundings simply by existing. With a little focus, they can deliberately manipulate this force, reducing or increasing it according to their whims. Nowhere is this skill more valued than aboard the massive grit-grinders: large-wheeled barges that cruise the spacious outskirts of the Timespun Sands and are rapidly growing in popularity. While friction jinn are by no means essential to their operation, a single one can leverage its abilities to increase traction and reduce friction in the axles, getting a grit-grinder up to speeds that rival a sprinting dunerunner.

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