Spoiler free verion: I stumbled over an artifact that can cast a spell that usually would require a component or focus. Does it still require that when using a x/day kind of magic item?
Jade Regent spoiler for my specific situation
Spoiler:
Whispering Shrike can cast Shield other, which usually requires two platinum rings worth 50 platinum pieces worn by the caster and target. However the description of the sword merely says the target has to be touched while "wielding" the sword in order for the spell to be cast. But I wasn't sure if it meant "cast as usual" thus requiring the rings afterall (additionally). If it did we should have found at least one platinum ring with the person we got the weapon from... Thus why I'm asking for the general rule to be sure.
No normal magic items get the focus used when the spell is cast to make the item. Artifacts are above and beyond even that.