* Rug quality affects the chance of gaining skill when meditating; lower quality rugs are often better for skill soon after reaching enough skill to join a path.
* The rug is damaged every time it is used; the amount of damage done is dependent on the rug's quality. A 1 QL rug takes 10.00 damage on one meditation.
* It is easier to receive a question than the [[meditation rug]] when using this
* It cannot be used underwater.
* It does not carry a signature.