Recitation of the Fortified State
( Tome of Magic, p. 231)[General]
This recitation allows you to stand unyielding against the blows of your enemies.
Prerequisite
Truespeak 9 ranks, ability to speak utterances, must know your own personal truename,
Benefit
You gain a natural armor bonus equal to one-rhird your truenamer level. The bonus lasts at least until the beginning of your next turn, and you can extend it for 1 round by taking the total defense action. You can continue taking the total defense action, and gaining the bonus, for up to 1 minute, after which time the effects of the recitation fade unless you repeat the recitation