# Mirror, Steel > [!info] Item Details > | | | > |---|---| > | **Category** | Adventuring Gear | > | **Cost** | 5 gp | > | **Weight** | ½ lb. | --- ## Description A small polished steel mirror. Glass mirrors do not exist in many fantasy settings; steel mirrors are the common alternative. Useful for seeing around corners, checking for approaching enemies, signaling, and deterring medusa-like creatures. --- ## Properties - Can be used to **look around corners** without exposing yourself. - Can be used to **reflect gaze attacks** from creatures such as medusas (check with DM for rulings). - Can be used for **signaling** in sunlight at distances of up to several miles.