Cloak of Wings

A cloak made entirely from the wings of many birds, large and small. It appears to be quite cumbersome and heavy, yet is surprisingly light when worn. If closely examined there appears to be nothing holding the many brilliantly colored wings together, though a narrow band of black silk provides a sort of closure at the neck. If examined for magical properties the cloak radiates Superb alteration magic. A Superb test of divination magic will reveal the cloak's powers:

• The wearer can speak with and understand all manner of avian creatures, from mundane sparrows and swallows, to magical winged beasts. This is a passive power, active so long as the cloak is worn.
• The wearer can command the cloak to life, causing the myriad wings to bear them aloft with Superb flying skill. The cloak loses its shape, becoming a cloud of frantically flapping wings that surround the wearer, each magically connected to the garment's black silk tie. This power can be invoked at will, and lasts up to one hour. At the end of each period of flight the cloak must recharge for three hours before this power can be used again.