Fantasy Aerumen Lore

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Aerumen Lore so far...

• Aerumen
• The Realm
• Pantheon
• Events

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  Aerumen is a vast world filled with humans and magical creatures alike. Will add more soon.
  
  
  Spoiler: Yefadorei

  Also known as the City of Elves, or the City Without Humans. It isn't entirely as selective as the nicknames suggest. Though it is the capital of the westlands, many species live within its walls, the vast majority being elves. The king is a high elf named Mírion who resides in Yefadorei the majority of the time, a man that is most beloved by many people, though he is a bit prideful. The city itself is somewhat of a vast fortress that comes in two main parts, though it's beauty often proves welcoming. The lower half of the city is walled with white stone, reaching around a port to the ocean, and in the middle is where the castle lies, large and elegant, like the high elves who built it. The second half of the city cannot be entered without first entering the lower half unless you know the way. It connects to the vast woodlands that surround part of Yefadoeri, various homes and buildings built into and around the thick trees above the ground.
  Yefadorei is also home to the Academy of Arcane Arts, where people study magic, alchemy, and crystals. It's placed in the lower city, as too many non-elves study at the academy.
  
  Humans cannot enter the city without either having an elf companion with them, or having an official invite. Very few live there themselves, and those who do typically are enrolled in the academy or are under apprenticeships.
  City of Dwarves.- TBA
  Human City- TBA
  
  
  Spoiler: Lythrope

  Not a city, and not even a town. Lythrope is an encampment, or small settlement, that is entirely secluded from outsiders. It mainly resides inside a stretch of deep forest in the midlands, close to the border between there and the Westlands, and isn't on any map you can find. In fact, the entire area is cloaked with magic that prevents it from being marked on a map, and those who are not invited in are unaware of its presence. It is, in some way, like a pocket dimension that reaches various places all at once. While the settlement may actually be there, someone who isn't a part of it can walk right through its borders without a clue of it existing, and be none the wiser when they leave. There is a way to be invited in, but only those who have been there before will know the password. The inhabitants of Lythrope are many, many people of different races and skills. Most travelers end up here at some point, but only those who wish it well will remember it, and its password can only be uttered at its borders. It's a strange magic, and rarely studied, only a very powerful magic user could've conducted it, but nowadays the name of this person is long forgotten by most. Many people who reside within the encampment are travelers, those who have been scorned by the law, or even those who just wish for a life away from the politics and cruelty of the kingdoms. There are also traders, black smiths, and healers- people who gain money from the visitors needing a way-station.
  
  
  
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  The realm is simply another term for the mapped world as a whole. It has a somewhat complicated political system.
  
  The highest power is known as the emperor, or empress, and they rule over all. They make choices of the upmost importance to the realm and its countries, and are the power to whom kings and queens answer to. It's said that those within the bloodline are born blessed by the gods, but such things have yet to be proven.
  
  Below the Emperor are the kings and queens. There are currently three ruling.
  
  Levan, better known as the Westlands, is ruled entirely by elves. The throne is passed to the eldest living child of the current king, be them male or female, unless proven unable to rule. High elves make up the majority of the council; however, a few noble families are sprites. Dwan elves are not typically a part of the nobles or council, at least not by blood relation.
  Currently, Levan is ruled by King Mírion and Queen Lanelle. They have three children, the eldest of which is the heir.
  
  Mitas, also known as the Midlands, is ruled by humans. They have a similar system to Levan; however, someone who is not of the royal line can become king as long as they are a noble. Both dwarves and humans are a part of the council, though the majority are main-class humans.
  Currently, Mitas' new ruler, King Ballard, has just been named after the dethroning of ex-King Artemis. Ballard is a teen that some consider too young to rule. Much of the previous council is also being replaced due to Artemis' influence.
  
  Nevenir, the Eastlands, are ruled by both humans and elves. The council is made up of humans and elves of all sorts, even one or two impline advisers. They have two royal families and two heirs, the heir that succeeds the throne is decided through tests and by majority vote from the population. Should a royal family fail to produce a direct heir, the title of heir will be given to the next suitable noble of that race. The trials, as they are called, have become somewhat of national event that many gather to watch.
  Currently, Nevenir is ruled by humans, King Corin and Queen Devera, whose time of reign will come to an end soon.
  
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  Gods of our World
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  War on Implines.
  The northern tribes created and discovered runes, and it was kept a secret from other species for many, many years. However, after hearing of a new form of magic, King Artemis had them hunted down after they refused to reveal their secrets. The western tribe traded the secrets to the king in return for him removing his decree, but the king didn't live up to his side of the bargain. Though no one knows why, he was relentless in hunting the northers down. Now the northern tribes no longer exist, only remnants of their knowledge remain hidden within the mountains. Unfortunately, he didn't stop with them, he continued to try and wipe the Implines from existence, but his people turned on him. When he noticed how severe his consequences could be he ended the hunt, and blamed the Implines, saying they had cursed him. Many people didn't believe him, but some humans still fear Implines when they are seen.
  
  King Ballard's Coronation
  

 

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Species​

• Human
• Dwarves
• Elves
• Impline
• Goblins
• Beastfolk
• Orcs
• Watchers
• Wispa

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  Humans take up the majority of the population count in most great cities. They are an adaptive species, capable of doing many things. Though they have shorter life spans than many other species, they are quick to spread, and can accomplish great things in their life times. Most humans, while they may tolerate other species like Elves, don't look kindly on them. Of course, there are exceptions, but generally speaking Humans are quite self centered. When it comes to magic, humans lack the capacity to be masters, though many try, and it can still be used by them. Enchantments are typically preferred, having their weapons engraved with runes or augmented with crystals gives them a boost without having to actually use magic.
  Humans vary based on their environment, some are smaller than average and some are quite big, their skin, hair, and eye colors also vary based on genetics. There are also some, such as those from the northwest, who can be recognized immediately, as they are typically bigger than the average human and usually only have lighter hair and eye colors.
  
  Language Common
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  Dwarves are a sub-species of humans, though they are a bit different from their cousins. They are small men and women, typically no bigger than a ten year old, and are quite capable in their own rights. It is easier for them to gain strength and they are quite durable. As such, many of them choose work that is difficult for others. Blacksmiths, ice collectors, miners- These sort of jobs are usually what they would take, but some do choose to be scholars and even teach magic. They are more limited than their human cousins in magic use, but they have the ability to sense magical objects such as crystals or dragonstone. Both males and females can grow beards, though women often keep theirs shaved so they aren't confused with a man. They are also artistic, something many people overlook about them is their natural eye for detail, often only shown through stonework or engravings. They make excellent rune carvers, but sadly most don't choose this profession.
  
  Language Dwarvish
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  There are many species of elves in comparison to humans, though they do not breed as much. They hold the place for the second highest population count over all, but certain species are less than common.
  
  High Elf
  
  
  High elves are, well, the most accepted of the elves. They like the safety of cities and hold two cities as their own, though one is considered the elf capital and many species aside from humans live there. They are taller than humans, and humanoids who are often described as beautiful beings. They have human skin tones, and human hair colors that never go beyond the spectrum of brown, blonde, red, or black even in old age. Their eye colors may vary from natural tones to unnatural, though the ladder is less common. Many high elves are elegant, if not a bit pompous and entitled, and they typically accept the human cultures despite some not agreeing with it. That's not to say all of them are like this, there are some down-to-earth high elves as well, but they are few in number compared to the majority. If not for their pointed ears and otherworldly beauty, they could easily be confused with tall, lanky humans. However, they are far more capable at wielding magic, and were the first to introduce the use of crystals to the realm.
  
  Dwan Elves
  
  
  Dwan Elves average the same heights as humans, with longer ears than high elves, and more rounded eyes. Their skin tones, hair, and eye colors vary between natural and unnatural, the most common unnatural hair color being white. They typically exclude themselves from humans and some can even be aggressive towards them, but some still live within the cities by their own volition. They often call the wilds and forests of Aerumen home, many living within tribes or small villages. There are also tribes who live within caves, though they are typically called nightlings as they have adapted to the dark, and sunlight hurts their eyes. A normal Dwan Elf can be placed apart from just being a smaller high elf by not just their features, but also the markings on their skin. Dwanish elves are capable of placing runes on their own skin as well as someone else's skin, but they have yet to reveal the secret to this technique to anyone.
  
  
  
  Sprites
  
  
  Sprites are the smallest of the elves, being no bigger than a human child. Their ears are typically small and pointed, though a few are long-eared ones who point outwards. They can do just about anything a high elf and human can, but are a little less capable at using magic than the other elves. In fact, their magic is limited to nature and minor elemental magic, but such a thing is hardly a burden. They can still use runes and augments, in fact many use them for both weapons and everyday things alike. Some sprites are easier to tell apart than others, as some are born with unnatural features compared to humans such as antler-like branches on their head, or a patch of skin made of stone. It's unknown why they have these features, though it's speculated that they were once a fully elemental race of elf. This species isn't as common as well, though as a whole they don't seem to show much opinion over other races.
  
  Language Elvish
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  Implines are a rare species to see in cities or highly populated areas. They typically live in environments that are inhabitable by most due to harsh climates. It's unknown why they do such, but some think they simply enjoy the solitude. They are the eldest known species, and they age faster than humans until they reach adulthood. As it would be, Implines are quite territorial when they are part of a clan, and are far more intelligent than they appear.
  
  
  When it comes to appearances, Implines aren't as human as other species. They lack human skin tones, though their eyes and hair can be the same color as humans. They only have eight fingers and ten toes, and long, prehensile tails. They also have horns, claws, pointed ears, and sharp canines. As babies, they haven't developed horns, teeth, or claws yet, and as such some confuse them with Dwanish elves when their stubby tails are hidden. As adolescents, they continue to grow fairly quickly. For example, a thirteen year old Impline would be the size of a fifteen year old human, and they continue this growth until they are adults. Their colors and features are dependent on genetics, which were made from the environment over the years. For example, an Impline from a tribe near volcanoes would probably have darker skin with volcanic stone plates on their body in places, and one from the north would probably have white or blue skin and ice crystals. However, if they haven't been in the environment their genetic lineage is from, they wont hold the elemental features like crystals or stones.
  
  Language Northern Impline / Eastern Impline
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  A species that dwells in caves and other dark places, Goblins are a pretty common race of creatures; however they're rarely spotted in towns unless pillaging them. However there are Goblins that don't actively try to bring down civilisation and actually don't mind being apart of it instead, also known as Grotts by other races - though Goblins themselves hate the name as it has an inferiority meaning. Goblins often trouble dwarven cities and mines as they live within mountains or any small tribes / villages close to their nests, they communicate in their own language and enjoy a hoarding items they rarely use. They aren't usually known to be intelligent, but there is the odd one that can stand out which usually takes a leading role over it's group or disbands and makes it's own away from the nest.
  Mostly quite small in height, they have been known to come in all shapes and sizes - rather large brute like goblins have been known to take command of it's inferior's because of their strength and size, and more northern Goblins are naturally big and stocky being around the size of dwarves. Goblin's eyes light up yellow/gold in the dark and have been known to trick miners thinking it's Golden Ore, their teeth are sharp and nails usually jagged, skin almost always green or some hue of it. Naturally nimble and stealthy, Goblins are also pretty good survivalists being able to craft weapon and tools out of the bare minimum of resources. Not many go into magic as it doesn't interest most cultures, however they are quite naturally talented at it when the odd one does decide shooting a fireball might help acquire riches.
  
  Language Goblin / Orcish
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  Kenku
  
  
  An anthropomorphic bird species, some say a long time ago the Kenku had majestic wings and could fly, and speak languages with high intelligence. Though after betraying the Divines they now they have had their wings since clipped from their genetics and they cannot speak at all, only mimic sounds perfectly and caw.
  
  Most commonly Kenku have Raven or Crow like heads, their beaks hard and their hands and feet with sharp Talons; Sometimes they have been known to have different species of birds as heads like parrots and lovebirds. Their names are usually that of a sound that reflects their trade or skill set and are naturally short; as adults can grow up to 5 feet tall, which is pretty tall for a Kenku.
  
  Language None
  
  
  Minotaur
  
  
  The head, tail and rear hooves of a bull, but with the body and erect posture of a human. They're naturally strong individuals that make some of the most formidable warriors. They're a proud race and known to be quite religious to the powers that guide their herd. A Species of Shepherds Warriors that are always usually on the go, tending to flocks of animals, they're known to have a mixture, can be anything ranging from sheep to bison. Though a lot of them are known for their Rhinobears, mounted horned beasts with their skin being a natural armour and their internal water reserves and warm furs, these creatures are capable of surviving in most climates & environments making them versatile travel companions and loyal to a minotaur as a hound is to a human. They're formidable creatures that you don't want to be in the charging path of, same can be said of Minotaurs.
  Most of this species live outside of civilisation, travelling through cities to trade or camping nearby when passing by. Though a lot of the time you can find them moving from Temple to Temple, built by Minotaur Monks that spend most of their lives worshipping and studying the stars, most herds go to the temples to update their routes according to the "paths in the stars" controlled by the Astral beings they worship. Monks have been known to go to large cities and villages to preach or provide their services, still being capable fighters & wise teachers.
  
  Language Elvish (Mino-Dialect)
  
  
  
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  Orcs are tall and burly, usually standing over 6 feet tall and weighing between 230 and 280 pounds. Their skin tones include variations of greens, grays, and (rarely) browns. They are also equipped with tusks whose size and shape depend on genetics. Though often regarded as unclean, barbarous, and evil, these stereotypes hardly apply. While they do share certain aspects with barbarians, Orcs have begun moving from less civilized society. Their culture revolves around strength, clansmen, and cleanliness. Good hygiene is necessity to them, more so than most humans, because dying of infection outside of battle is seen as a disgrace. The strongest or Eldest is often made the chief of a clan, expected to be able to keep the weaker safe and lead them. They've become more organized, despite being a free-people. Orcs make good use of flags, their encampments often having many visible ones. Some are used to represent a certain clan, belief, or simply a greeting to travelers passing by. While others may give warning to not trespass on their land, or warn allies of an enemy attack. While they once were pillagers and conquerors, Orcs have since calmed in that aspect. Generally, fighting is often done in protection, hunting, games, or when going against an enemy clan. Clan feuds are fairly common despite their growing society, and outsiders typically don't meddle with their affairs unless something big happens.
  
  Language Orcish
  
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  Sand Guardian, Guardian of the Sand.
  
  FUCK OFF!
  
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  Wispa are an extremely rare species. There are never more than five existing at a time. Most people never see one in their life time, let alone meet them. They are thought to be the remnants of deities, whether that is a good or bad thing depends on the person you ask. Fully capable of wielding magic, and naturals at doing so, Wispa aren't ones to hold a sword in hand or even carry a weapon. Many believe they are made of magic, which is the case for the most part. Their bodies can take many shapes yet they are shrouded in a pitch black substance when taking a solid form. Their true form is surprisingly humanoid, but they must be in strong light for their features to be seen. In fact, their eyes are typically the only thing people can see when fully clothed, as they glow various colors depending on the Wispa. This is why they are often called "Shadows", and some people even find them unsettling. Wispa aren't the type to settle down for long, either. They seem to constantly be traveling, even when they stop somewhere for a few months to help around or share their knowledge; however, this isn't without purpose. Wispa are born with a quest and a need to fulfill it, whether it's healing someone, teaching them magic, or leading them to their destiny. They have little control over this desire, and Wispa who turn from this path for too long become unstable and quite dangerous to anyone around them. When a wispa reaches the end of it's life span, which can be up to three centuries, they seek out where they were born so they can die there. When they die they crumble in to crystals, and can be reborn some time after dying if there are crystals left. This isn't to say they can't die. If one destroys their core while they are alive, it will cause them to pass early on in their life span, and destroying every crystal left behind will end their existence forever. If even one crystal is left, they can be reborn, but they will have no memory of their past life.
  
  Language Any

 

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Magical & Fantasy Creatures​

• Dragons
• Hypermutts
• Lither
• Rhinobear
• Spore Stag

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  Dragunz Innit
  
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  Hypermutts are apart of the Canidae family, being the magical version of most dog like creatures. After centuries of crossbreeding between Wild Hypermutt and evolution of different generations have created more variants of Hypermutt depending on their genetics and habitat. Hypermutts work well in packs and are very loyal to whoever they consider “Alpha”, they’re survivors and instinctual. They are quite smart, there are even legends of Hypermutts even speaking languages; though this has never been recorded scientifically.
  
  Wild Hypermutt are the purest form of this species and most magically potent of all kinds of Hypermutt. Very similar to Wolves, Hyena, Coyotes or Maned Wolves. The coloured patterns on the fur can be subtle or quite vibrant depending on the element or ability that is specific to that Hypermutt. You could say the fur patterns act like Runes to channel magic. For example a Wild Mountain Hypermutt are usually brown/ash in fur colour with linear dark patterns over their fur and strong paws with rock like armour around their socks or on the end of their tails. Mountain variants are stocky and built tough. Hypermutts aren’t usually approached and will hunt down prey of any kind if they are deemed food or a threat, they’re very territorial and almost perfect hunters. Hypermutts use their magic, to trap and hunt their targets and have grown very used to utilizing it perfectly as hunters. There are the more skilled magical hunters of the pack that usually deal with getting food, the remaining weaker magic users of the pack usually deal with looking after/ managing to territory. If a singular or couple of persons were to run into only one Wild Hypermutt would cause a hell of a lot of trouble, a pack of them is certain death. Known types of Wild Hypermutt include; Mountain, Forest, Sand/Safari & Swamp.
  
  Mountain: Usually hang out in Caves or overhanging cliffs, most commonly use Earth Magic to trap prey within crude walls or cause landslides that trip and kill targets. Have been known to use Air Magic to push enemies/targets off high edges or so that they can retreat and leap from Cliffside to Cliffside without hurting themselves.
  
  Forest: Forest Caves or lakes/pond side clearings and even sometimes treetops are usually their habitats. Most commonly of the Fire Element or Air, they’ve been known to set fire to trees to create defences/offences verse enemies or air to move from tree branch to tree and attack prey from above.
  
  Sand: Ravines, Oasis & again Caves are usually their habitat. Most commonly use Air Magic, Water Magic and been known to have Fire users. Air is good for creating Small sand storms to cover their tracks or blind foes. Water creates mud traps and is a survivors tool. Fire is purely offensive in this hot atmosphere.
  
  Swamp: Most commonly use Water Magic and Earth. Water allows them to travel through swampy terrain without being impeded. They can also sort of manipulate swampy water and filter it to drink. Earth Magic is used as a layer of camouflage.
  
  Lightning is the rarest form of magic ever found in Hypermutts and are usually the most deadly form of Hypermutt but are never in packs. Even some magic is too much for packs of Hypermutt and when one of the litter has lightning, it’s abandoned/banished. Lightning is too raw a form of energy and usually impossible to look after when it shocks anyone who comes near the pup. Lightning Hypermutts are Lonewolves and the most dangerous form, their impossible speed, and the fact that just them passing by you can be fatal. If a Lightning Hypermutt is ever seen, turn the other way.
  
  Domestic Hypermutt are the consequence of many years of crossbreeding, since Hypermutt aren’t very common anyway - only rich and noble families usually have Hypermutt. Though there have been a lot of cases of Hypermutt being used for military purposes. Very Similar to Dogs or Fennec. Though not as magically potent as their Wild counterparts, they are still capable of utilizing whichever element / ability they’ve grown up with to an extent. Whether it be donning an elemental armour for protection or creating small projectiles. Lightning can be more common in Domestic Hypermutt than Wild, breeders assume this is from the genetic alterations bringing out more of the hidden magical capabilities within Hypermutts. Magic is still weak though, if anything they can create aesthetically pleasing sparks and be a little faster than other Domestic Hypermutt.
  
  Rodent Hypermutt are Wild Hypermutt that have evolved to survive in habitats with a lot of humanoid traffic. Very similar to Fox, Jackals or Raccoons. The magic in Rodents has evolved to become perfect for survivalists like these, but even the simple elements reside in the Rodent Variant. They’ve been known to be able to refract light to remain cloaked and unseen in the dark or dark places of cities/villages. Rodents can also mask their scents and tracks making it harder for people or predators to determine where they’re hiding.
  
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  Lither are a subspecies of wyrm, or wingless dragon. They are small in size compared to a fully grown dragon, reaching up to only five feet long when fully grown. They are also somewhat rare to see in certain areas, as they typically live in more exotic or harsh environments. They are social animals, they prefer having the company of another living creature and don't do well in solitude. A lither's appearance and abilities are determined by their strands, and there are three strands of Lither: Feathered, Scaled, and Spotted.
  
  Feathered Lithers are rare to find, as many were hunted down for their feathers a few years ago, but they are considered the more beautiful of the Lithers. Their feathers come in an array of colors and shimmer with the light, and they are equipped with beak-like bone at their face instead of a mouth full of teeth. Feathered Lithers typically have wind elements, meaning they can naturally control that element for a time, though the amount they can control depends on their size.
  
  Scaled Lithers are generally what people think of when the word "lither" comes up. They are salamander-like reptiles who come in various colors, the rarest being Prismatic. They come with a set of gills at their necks, which are used to spew their element, as well as mud, around their forms for protection. Their tongues are typically blue, no matter their element, and they are known for being pets to those who dare to take them on. Though, you would have to find them first.
  
  Spotted Lithers are the frogs of the lithers, so to speak. They aren't technically reptiles, but still hold the name of Lither. While they aren't as social as the others, and are the easiest to find, they typically thwart any curious people with their pungent smell. They lack scales and feathers, and secrete a mucus from their pores when in danger that smells of rancid fruit and is toxic if consumed. Their elemental abilities are debatable, and for good reason. While they can't use their element on cue, their skin, when dry, reflects light and can help make them appear invisible to the untrained eye.
  
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  Commonly herded by Minotaurs
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  Stags with Mushrooms on their antlers BRO
  

Fae-Kind​

• Dryad
• Fairy
• Golem
• Hobgoblin
• Nymph
• Pixie
• Sithe?
• Troll

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  Sexi innit
  
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  Fairy innit
  
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  Golem Innit - comes in Stone, Iron, Wood?
  
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  Ob Oblin
  
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  Nymph innit
  
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  Pixie innit
  
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  Bottom feeder fae
  
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  Teroll innit
  

 

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Magic​

Just about every species can learn magic, though magic may be more limited for some than others. Most people start with a single strand of magic, and continue to study and practice it as time goes on. Some pick up more as they come to understand magic, while others may not try to use magic at all. There are two known types of magic categorized by Elemental and non-elemental. Elemental is magic used to summon, wield, or manipulate a certain element. Non-elemental magic covers a much larger variety of magic that isn't as well studied, though many believe it doesn't exist at all.

• Elemental
• Non-Elemental
• Incantations
• Potions
• Runes
• Crystals
• Diseases
• Side Effects

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  Elemental Magic is used to summon, wield or manipulate the Basic 5 Elements. These Elements are the following; Fire, Lightning, Wind, Earth & Fire.
  
  There are advanced element types and sub-elements as part of these basic elements or also mixtures of the two - the more skilled and experienced mages can further study their favoured element and produce and more interesting effect and magic.
  
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  A rare type of magic that isn't too well studied and is of an Arcane Origin. Though with the rarity of this magic comes disbelief. Most Non-Elemental magic is recorded on old texts or accidentally discovered, people are born with the ability to produce magic on a more creative scale - but they usually have to focus this through some form of Arcane Focus which could be a Powerful Gemstone in a Wand/Staff, a Spellbook infused with magical materials and components with the Spells written out in full detail with incantation and words of power, a Crystal Ball or Divine Relic.
  
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  Spells
  Channelled through their Arcane Origin & Constant study of runes and deciphering formula of magic. Usually made up of Vocal, Somatic & Material Components - some require all and some require a couple, but all require at least one.
  
  Prayers
  Channelled through their belief & faith of the divine beings.
  
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  Contrary to popular believe, potions are the form of a dormant magic. Yes they can be drank as they are, but their effects are weak unless "primed". If a potion is fuelled with some form of energy like heat, or fuelled by that of a rune or crystals or outside source of magic like energy, then the effects of the potion work as they should. A potion's effects can be amplified if the outside source is powerful, for example a vial of potion being struck by a natural blast of lightning is rare, and can super power the effects of a healing potion lets say: to extraordinary capabilities.
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  There are certain engravings one can do to embed magic into an object, be it a fire charm or even an anti-theft enchantment. Embedding magic has become more common since runes came to light, and this has help many people with their jobs. Alchemists can now make real potions to help cure sicknesses or even boost the drinker's status for a time. Black smiths can make more money by having a rune carver in their midst's, enchanting the weapons they create to add more value.
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  Crystals are made up of magic, and are collected from the earth. Different types of crystals can give different effects, and as such many have augmented their weapons or even clothing with them. However, objects made purely of magic can be quite unstable, and if not used with caution they can lead to less favorable events. There are also crystals that hold no magic, and those which can be used as a source of extra magical energy. People who use magic often usually have some form of magic storing crystals around, and use them when they don't have the energy to spare.
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  Druidroot
  Magic and Nature have gone hand-in-hand beautifully for a long time with little worry of consequence. It's when the Dark Magic begins to penetrate it's way through the genes of plants and creatures that it can become unnaturally sentient with it's growth and hunger for natural nutrients becomes impossible to satisfy. Specific looking roots and plants (areas growing a certain Twisted Flower or black/orange veins in the wood of a tree) will infect the host with a cut or ingestion or disturbing the deadly pollen or spores it may carry, even dying in their vicinity is dangerous as the plants will use the corpse as a host and grow through it - and though the flowers and constructs grown from it can look beautiful, the whole sight is disturbing and wrong. Even though the plants in this form have a slight sentience, it's still very simple movements and instincts that drive the new being.
  
  Druidroot is usually found in places that are subject to large amounts of collateral Dark Magic tainting the area, the aftermath of a battle or just through constant experiment in one area from an ignorant sage. Swamps become commonplace for areas like these or the areas around evil lairs and cults.
  
  Vampirism
  An Ancient and almost long Forgotten Disease that hasn't surfaced in centuries. No longer thought about or feared, it was said it was locked away by a Wispa set out by the divines as it's one task; it cost the glorious being everything and including it's life. Vampirism rends the victim immortal or more accurately undead, though it comes at a price - twisting their very former self into something dark and 'evil'. Vampires hate natural sunlight and radiant energy, it burns them and weakens them being in such conditions and find as many ways around it as possible. They also have magical capabilities, mainly the manipulation of shadows or to alter their form into that of a Bat. Their elongated fangs allows them to feed on the warm blood of their victims, the only sustenance a Vampire needs and constantly craves. Vampirism is spread through the Bite, though it is a controlled act and comes with many risks.
  
  
  
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Misc Notes

Zykossim - A tasty Spice for Races with a better immune system - can be added to bland foods and turns it into something more enjoyable, causes Humans or races with a simple resilience to go into coughing fits and their sinuses to flare, profuse sweating and frothing from the mouth.

Purple Dragon Ivy - Used for Burning Ointments

Brightwig - Glowing Insect