The powers listed on a special item card cannot be used unless the card is attached to an appropriate phys. rep. The phys. rep. must bear a reasonable resemblance to the item it is supposed to represent (for example a mace cannot be used as a phys. rep. for an enchanted sword). Phys. reps. of weapons intended for use in any form of combat must comply with all Lorien Trust regulations and safety standards. If you do not have a suitable, safe phys. rep. you will not be allowed to use your item.
Special powers that have an area effect, such as mass fear, cannot be used except in the presence of a referee. If there is no referee present, the special power will not work.