On 7/7/06, skzb <skzb at dreamcafe.com> wrote: > Hmm. That's rather like saying, "My light bulb is already made of > glass; why do I need more glass for a window?" Except that, from what we know about Phoenix stone, the interference appears to be an intrinsic effect radiating from the substance. "My car is already made of uranium; why would I need more uranium for a Geiger-counter jamming device?" would be a bit closer. I suppose you're pointing out that the gold Phoenix stone in Spellbreaker doesn't necessarily radiate the way the stone around Vlad's neck does, which would be interesting if true. -Max -- Be pretty if you are, Be witty if you can, But be cheerful if it kills you.