Here we take a look at several types of magic systems for speculative fiction authors to explore!
Using candle colors can affect what type of magic you are going for, fire is the element of fast acting change and transformation. So candle magic is a strong magic to use on a daily basis WITCHY DE…
Most of us learned early in our magical pursuit how to use the “wand finger” to cast a basic circle. The ceremonial magicians among us proceeded from there to learn additional techniques…
Before I dig into the specific Wizard sub-classes, I need to give a little big-picture orientation on how the magic cosmology represented in the Octagram… …translates into the division and sub-division of spell-casting classes. I’ve prepared a handy reference chart you can use to keep track of how the various sub-classes break out with respect to their areas of magical focus (these tables are getting a little too complicated for my rudimentary HTML skillz, so I’ve started generating them as images). There are a lot of new names in there, but some familiar ones as well. The previously-separate Illusionist, Druid, and Monk classes are all going to be subsumed by this system and adapted to it (as is the Paladin, which will merge with the Paragon sub-class, and the Ranger, which will merge with the Druid/Shaman sub-class…but I’m getting way ahead of myself). You’ll also notice something funny with the Priest/Cleric classes and their magic type specializations (an overlapping of categories). That will be explained when we get to talking about divine magic and priests. Next up, I’ll be discussing each sub-class of Wizard in mutually antagonistic pairs.
A magic system is a set of rules, however strict or loose, that govern magic in a fictional world.
Elementalist command. Draw on spirit power to attack. Spirit Magic (精霊魔法, Seirei Mahō?), also known as Elemental Magick, is a recurring magic skillset in the Final Fantasy series. It focuses on dealing elemental magic damage, sometimes paired with afflicting status ailments on enemies. Elemental Magic is a subtype of Black Magic, and is available to several classes: Black Mage, Dark Knight, Red Mage, Scholar and Geomancer. The -helix family of spells is exclusive to Scholars. Spirit Magic is an
Although magic is not a requirement for fantasy settings, they are a staple of the genre. When it comes to how new and unique a novel’s magic system is, well, they can be just as varied as fa…
If you could wield magic, how would you do it? Through incantations? Rituals? Potions? There are lots of different types of magic wielders, just like there are different kinds of magic and mystical creatures. To learn what kind of magic wielder you are and how you would fair in a battle with a demon
Types of magic are the ways that magicians can manipulate or produce things, such as fire, or rain. This article will list the best types of magic.
Petition magic is a type of candle magic that's good for even beginners of the craft. Here is how to design and use a petition magic spell so that you can use this format for any magical goal.
Learn how to write a magic system with examples by following these 18 easy steps. Whether you’re creating a hard or soft magic system.
Are you writing a brilliant fantasy but want to leave that extra punch when it comes to developing your magic system? After all, nobody wants to reread the same type of magic in every novel! As a fantasy writer who struggled with developing my magic system, making it understandable, engaging, and important to the plot, I can help you there!1. Why?Do you need a magic system? Every story is different. If your characters are living in a magical society or have special powers, you will most likely n
Learn how to write a magic system with examples by following these 18 easy steps. Whether you’re creating a hard or soft magic system.
Why is eye color important in witchcraft? It helps you discover your unique, astonishing magical power that is innate within every witch.
Learn how to write a magic system with examples by following these 18 easy steps. Whether you’re creating a hard or soft magic system.
