Lute

lute is a miscellaneous item in item asylum. It is a string instrument that lets the user imbue themselves and nearby characters with buffs.
==Functionality==
When equipped, lute initially does not do anything. Activating this item causes the user to start strumming the lute, playing one of four songs. Each song has a different beneficial effect that is applied to both the user and anyone other than enemies within a 40-stud radius of the user. The first song is always Symphony of Healing. Activating this item again changes the song and its effects. All of the songs and their effects are listed below in order:
*Symphony of HealingGradually regenerates 4 HP per second.
* Tune of the HorsesIncreases walkspeed by +4.
* Chords of StrengthIncreases attack power by +15%.
*Song of FortitudeIncreases defense by +25%.
Activating this item while playing Song of Fortitude wraps back around to Symphony of Healing. To stop playing the lute, the user must unequip the item.
If a player affected by lute gains a kill, the lute player also gains a kill.
==Tips== 
* This item is strongest in team-based modes due to the variety of buffs it offers. If the user happens to be the lute player, the songs are useful for many situations.
** If some players on your team appear to be damaged, play Symphony of Healing. Watch the player's health when you are playing Symphony of Healing; if the players are at or near maximum HP, play another song to continue fighting other players.
** Play Tune of the Horses to catch up to fleeing enemies or to get to major points such as defending/attacking in TC. It can also be used to retreat quickly.
** Chords of Strength is useful for destroying players with lots of health with the help of teammates, such as bosses and juggernauts. It can also be used to kill players more quicker with again, the help of teammates.
** Song of Fortitude is useful for increasing the survival of your teammates from attacks that deal a large portion of damage. Whenever you see a major threat coming to your teammates, play this song.
* If 2 or 3 lutes are nearby, you can stack as many buffs as possible, giving one person (if they are nearby 2-3 lutes) a high damage buff, high speed, lots of healing or phenomenal defense.
* In free-for-all modes, Chords of Strength is useless for the lute player, as the effect immediately expires when stowed. Song of Fortitude has niche use cases for tanking damage. Players using the lute in free-for-all modes will primarily rely on Symphony of Healing to heal after fights, and Tune of the Horses for mobility.
==Gallery==
Lute's songs.gif|lute going through all of its songs.
Image 2023-08-02 140521505.png|lute's old effect on players nearby / teammates.
Tune of the horses.PNG|Ditto, with Tune of the Horses.
Chords of strength.PNG|Ditto, with Chords of Strength.
Song of Fortitude.PNG|Ditto, with Song of Fortitude.
== Trivia==
* Symphony of Healing and Tune of the Horses are equivalent to Rogue Lineage's Vinefera's Song and Symphony of Horses, while Chords of Strength and Song of Fortitude and their effects don't have an equivalent.
* All of lute's songs are from Hervé Brault. Symphony of Healing is "Warm Ballad", Tune of the Horses is "Smiling Face", Chords of Strength is "Nice Guy", and Song of Fortitude is "The Road".
* The lute's ability could be a reference to the Piper Trait from The Sims 4.
* If lute is taken with borrow during use, the effects will stay on every affected player permanently until they die.
* lute does not buff other players in the lobby.
==Changes==
* v1.7.0 [🎂]
** Updated particle effects for buffed players.
** lute user now receives kill credit if a buffed player gains a kill.
* Unknown update 
** Renamed "Cords of Strength" to "Chords of Strength."
* v1.3.0 [🌴]
** Added two new songs, Cords of Strength and Song of Fortitude.
** Received visual improvements.
** Time taken to switch songs is now slightly longer.
*** Used to be able to switch from one song to another instantaneously.
* v1.2.0 [mihawk bosses & more!!!!!]
** Converted into a miscellaneous item.
** Revamped to play songs that give buffs.
** Now plays one of two songs to provide buffs in a small radius.
* Added lute in an unknown update.
** Was a VIP-exclusive item.
** Played a variety of music before the Roblox audio update rendered it useless.
Category:Items
Category:Misc Items
Category:Health booster items
Category:Increases defense
Category:Increases walkspeed
Category:Increases attack multiplier
Category:Items that play music
Category:Based on media
Category:Increases stats
Category:Support Tool