Submitted a SIAC -- and didn't even know it.

[bugleyman]

Just like the title says...I thought my item had unique effects, only to discover while voting that I had inadvertently mimicked the effects of an existing spell without knowing it. *sigh*

Any other realizations of woe brought about by the start of voting?

[Kiel Howell]

Well, I realized a week and a half ago a formatting error I made (and hopefully that's all!).

[james knowles]

As someone who doesn't subscribe/buy ever single Paizo product (oh to be single with no bills again), i live in constant fear that some aspect of my item duplicates something already published that I've never seen. The PRD goes along way towards helping in this regard, but it doesn't cover everything.

[Magical_Beast]

I realized shortly after submitting that I had used passive voice in one section of my entry. Bolted upright from a deep sleep with that "Oh poop!" feeling when I realized it.

After reviewing so many items, including some really good ones, I realized that my item also is SIAC. I still think it is well-written and balanced, but bleh.

However, I am pleased to report that I am very inspired to put together some new items and really show my stuff next year.

Meh. Live and learn.

[Magical_Beast]

Although...

If you want to take heart regarding your perception of your item - check out the judges comments on the Wondrous Item for the eventual winner of RPG Superstar last year.

Raptoring Gloves. Weak Keep and two Rejects, with some notes about how it was not all that exciting and possibly SIAC.

So maybe not all hope is lost just yet. :)

[Dennis Baker]

I think at least one spell in a can item has made every single RPG SS. One of my favorites was called 1000 blossoms, essentially air-walk in a can, but it was well written and evocative. Don't get hung up on it too much.

[Drejk]

Next year I'll consider submitting a spray can that casts a spell on the subject...

[Dennis Baker]

I'm certain that will go over well, both a joke item and a spell in a can. Maybe if you try hard enough you can break every single guideline with a single item.

[Sean H]

Drejk wrote:

Next year I'll consider submitting a spray can that casts a spell on the subject...

Rainbow Sprayer

Aura strong illusion CL 13rd
Slot none; Price 38,400 gp; Weight 1 lb.
Description
This garishly decorated spraycan is covered with vibrant hues spanning the entire rainbow. As a standard action the owner can point the spraycan in any direction and push down on the actuator to create a 15 ft. spray of colored mist which duplicates the effects of the color spray spell.

In addition, once per day the user can shake the can vigorously before spraying, creating a 60 ft. spray that instead duplicates the effects of prismatic spray. Once the can is used in this fashion, it's color spray ability also stops working for the rest of the day.
Construction
Requirements Craft Wondrous Item, color spray, prismatic spray; Cost 19,200 gp

[cwslyclgh]

Deodorizer
Aura weak abjuration CL 5th
Slot none; Price 4.95 gp; Weight 1 lb.
Description
This unassuming tube of red and white painted metal has a small push down nozzle at one end. a character pointing the nozzle at himself and pressing down will be covered in a fine spary mist that makes the character undetectable by creatures with the scent ability for 1 hour.
Construction
Requirements Craft Wondrous Item, Non-detection, ; Cost 2.50 gp

[Warren Crowhurst]

I'd vote for 'em.