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What can be said about magic?  Don't mess with it!
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Magic is defined as the manipulation of people and environments through supernatural or occult means.  In Immortal Legacy, '''magic''' is the collective term for spells and magic items, their game effects and limitations, and the rules governing their use.
  
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Casting requires the use of vocal incantations commonly called aria and complicated gestures using the arms or hands.  If deprived the use of either vocals or movement, a mage can still cast, but takes twice as long (double the [[Action Points|AP]]). If incapable of both speaking and moving, a mage cannot cast. 
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==Magic Users==
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Those who cast magic spells are known by many names — wizards, witches, magic-users, magicians, sorcerers, and warlocks.  In this game, they are called ''mages''. Some examples of famous mages in history or fiction are Merlin, the Weird Sisters, Doctor Faustus, Prospero, Odin, Baba Yaga, Marie Laveau, Circe, the Wicked Witch, and Fairy Godmothers.
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The use of magic is not limited to the stereotypical old, long-bearded man in pointed hat, nor is it restricted to the particularly sagacious.  It could be commanded just as easily by an oafish swordsman, a canny diplomat, or a slippery thief.   
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==In The Story==
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It is up to the Game Master to decide how to govern the use of magic spells and items in game.  One GM might decide on a world where everyone can use at least a little magic, while another GM could create a world where magic hasn't existed for years or never did.
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Below are some examples of how magic could be perceived in a world where it is present:
  
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A mage capable of [[Focus Casting]] doesn't need to recite aria nor gesture, but must have his or her focus object to ignore this requirement.
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* Magic is to be hated and feared. It is unpredictable and too powerful, so mages are untrusted, attacked, or alienated. This viewpoint is usually held by those who don't understand magic or have suffered at the hands of a cruel mage.
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* Magic is a property of the natural world just like the weather and gravity. It may or may not be helpful in any way. Those who wield magic are no different from a skilled artisan or scientist. This viewpoint is usually held by those for whom magic is a normal, but uncommon part of daily life.
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* Magic is a necessity and completely indispensable. It is an inexorable force of the world. Magic is life. This viewpoint is usually held by those who continuously rely on magic and its effects.
  
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==Magic Users==
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Similarly, views on the cause of magic ability also vary:
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* [[Magi]]
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* [[Card Magi]]
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* Through rigorous and extensive study, a mastery of magic is possible.  Anyone can learn how to use magic provided one has the time, chance, and desire.
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* [[Magic Minstrels]]
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* Magical ability is scientifically proven to be the result of mutation.  Those who find themselves able to use magic are affected randomly or chaotically.
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* Innate ability to wield magic is passed down through bloodlines.  Either one is born with the talent for magic, or one is not.
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* Magic is a divine gift, and bestowed upon worthy heroes or faithful adherents.  As a supernatural boon, it cannot be comprehended by mere mortals.
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* Certain items bestow upon their carriers the talent for magic.  If deprived of these wondrous relics, the ability to cast spells is lost.
  
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==Magic Concepts==
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Furthermore, views on magic can be divided across sex, gender, age, race, religion, geographical location, philosophy, and time.
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* [[Magic Points]] (MP/Mana)
 
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* [[Spells]]
 
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* [[Spell Schools]]
 
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Latest revision as of 13:30, 19 March 2020

Magic is defined as the manipulation of people and environments through supernatural or occult means. In Immortal Legacy, magic is the collective term for spells and magic items, their game effects and limitations, and the rules governing their use.

Magic Users

Those who cast magic spells are known by many names — wizards, witches, magic-users, magicians, sorcerers, and warlocks. In this game, they are called mages. Some examples of famous mages in history or fiction are Merlin, the Weird Sisters, Doctor Faustus, Prospero, Odin, Baba Yaga, Marie Laveau, Circe, the Wicked Witch, and Fairy Godmothers.

The use of magic is not limited to the stereotypical old, long-bearded man in pointed hat, nor is it restricted to the particularly sagacious. It could be commanded just as easily by an oafish swordsman, a canny diplomat, or a slippery thief.

In The Story

It is up to the Game Master to decide how to govern the use of magic spells and items in game. One GM might decide on a world where everyone can use at least a little magic, while another GM could create a world where magic hasn't existed for years or never did.

Below are some examples of how magic could be perceived in a world where it is present:

  • Magic is to be hated and feared. It is unpredictable and too powerful, so mages are untrusted, attacked, or alienated. This viewpoint is usually held by those who don't understand magic or have suffered at the hands of a cruel mage.
  • Magic is a property of the natural world just like the weather and gravity. It may or may not be helpful in any way. Those who wield magic are no different from a skilled artisan or scientist. This viewpoint is usually held by those for whom magic is a normal, but uncommon part of daily life.
  • Magic is a necessity and completely indispensable. It is an inexorable force of the world. Magic is life. This viewpoint is usually held by those who continuously rely on magic and its effects.

Similarly, views on the cause of magic ability also vary:

  • Through rigorous and extensive study, a mastery of magic is possible. Anyone can learn how to use magic provided one has the time, chance, and desire.
  • Magical ability is scientifically proven to be the result of mutation. Those who find themselves able to use magic are affected randomly or chaotically.
  • Innate ability to wield magic is passed down through bloodlines. Either one is born with the talent for magic, or one is not.
  • Magic is a divine gift, and bestowed upon worthy heroes or faithful adherents. As a supernatural boon, it cannot be comprehended by mere mortals.
  • Certain items bestow upon their carriers the talent for magic. If deprived of these wondrous relics, the ability to cast spells is lost.

Furthermore, views on magic can be divided across sex, gender, age, race, religion, geographical location, philosophy, and time.

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