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	= Magic in Faeloria =		= Magic in Faeloria =

	'+''+'Magic in Faeloria'+''+' is the collective term for the supernatural forces and practices that allow individuals or objects to produce magical effects. Faeloria is a high-fantasy setting in which magic is '+''+'common'+''+'; most people can interact with it in some form, and low-level spellcasting is widespread. Power is distributed on a '+''+'pyramidal curve'+''+': the majority of practitioners operate at modest levels, with progressively rarer individuals achieving greater skill and power. Magic is woven into everyday life-from [[Runic Power Stones]] powering lights and waygates to [[Magical communication\|magic scribe stations]] that let even non-casters send messages across the realm-and is considered a gift from [[Ariana]], the goddess of arcane and motherhood.		'''Magic in Faeloria''' is the collective term for the supernatural forces and practices that allow individuals or objects to produce magical effects. Faeloria is a high-fantasy setting in which magic is '''common'''; most people can interact with it in some form, and low-level spellcasting is widespread. Power is distributed on a '''pyramidal curve''': the majority of practitioners operate at modest levels, with progressively rarer individuals achieving greater skill and power. Magic is woven into everyday life-from [[Runic Power Stones]] powering lights and waygates to [[Magical communication\|magic scribe stations]] that let even non-casters send messages across the realm-and is considered a gift from [[Ariana]], the goddess of arcane and motherhood.

	== Sources of magic ==		== Sources of magic ==
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	! Description		! Description
	\|-		\|-
	\| '+''+'Within the caster'+''+'		\| '''Within the caster'''
	\| '+''+'Innate magic'+''+'-power born from bloodline, conception, or birth conditions. The caster is the well. See [[Innate magic]].		\| '''Innate magic'''-power born from bloodline, conception, or birth conditions. The caster is the well. See [[Innate magic]].
	\|-		\|-
	\| '+''+'The world around'+''+'		\| '''The world around'''
	\| '+''+'Ambient magic'+''+'-the weave of energies permeating Faeloria, channelled through study and ritual. See [[Learned magic]].		\| '''Ambient magic'''-the weave of energies permeating Faeloria, channelled through study and ritual. See [[Learned magic]].
	\|-		\|-
	\| '+''+'External entities'+''+'		\| '''External entities'''
	\| '+''+'Bestowed magic'+''+'-gods, [[Fae]], demons, or other beings grant power through pacts, oaths, or devotion. See [[Gifted magic]].		\| '''Bestowed magic'''-gods, [[Fae]], demons, or other beings grant power through pacts, oaths, or devotion. See [[Gifted magic]].
	\|-		\|-
	\| '+''+'Objects and places'+''+'		\| '''Objects and places'''
	\| '+''+'Bound magic'+''+'-magic stored in runes, scrolls, items, and enchanted locations. See [[Runic Power Stones]], [[Maginite]].		\| '''Bound magic'''-magic stored in runes, scrolls, items, and enchanted locations. See [[Runic Power Stones]], [[Maginite]].
	\|}		\|}

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	== Who can use magic ==		== Who can use magic ==

	Magic is '+''+'widely accessible'+''+' in some form. Most people can interact with it indirectly-through objects such as runes, scrolls, or public messaging stations-without being spellcasters. True spellcasting forms a '+''+'pyramidal distribution'+''+': low-level users are common, mid-tier casters fewer, and high-level or exceptionally powerful individuals rare. '+''+'Innate talent'+''+' (being magically attuned) eases learning and can allow greater raw output, but lack of attunement does not bar someone from learning magic; those without a bloodline or birth-gift typically need more time, study, and discipline. '+''+'Gifted'+''+' magic depends on forming and maintaining a bond with an entity.		Magic is '''widely accessible''' in some form. Most people can interact with it indirectly-through objects such as runes, scrolls, or public messaging stations-without being spellcasters. True spellcasting forms a '''pyramidal distribution''': low-level users are common, mid-tier casters fewer, and high-level or exceptionally powerful individuals rare. '''Innate talent''' (being magically attuned) eases learning and can allow greater raw output, but lack of attunement does not bar someone from learning magic; those without a bloodline or birth-gift typically need more time, study, and discipline. '''Gifted''' magic depends on forming and maintaining a bond with an entity.

	== How magic is used ==		== How magic is used ==

	Magic is '+''+'channelled'+''+'-drawn from a source and shaped by intent. The means vary:		Magic is '''channelled'''-drawn from a source and shaped by intent. The means vary:

	* '+''+'Words'+''+' - incantations, prayers, oaths, or verbal triggers		* '''Words''' - incantations, prayers, oaths, or verbal triggers
	* '+''+'Gesture'+''+' - somatic components, ritual movements, or symbolic acts		* '''Gesture''' - somatic components, ritual movements, or symbolic acts
	* '+''+'Focus'+''+' - staff, holy symbol, wand, rune, or other item that directs or amplifies		* '''Focus''' - staff, holy symbol, wand, rune, or other item that directs or amplifies
	* '+''+'Knowledge'+''+' - formulas, symbols, rites, or mental discipline		* '''Knowledge''' - formulas, symbols, rites, or mental discipline

	Innate users often rely on instinct and internal focus; learned users on incantations and precise channelling; gifted users on religious or pact-specific rituals; item-users activate pre-made magic via the object.		Innate users often rely on instinct and internal focus; learned users on incantations and precise channelling; gifted users on religious or pact-specific rituals; item-users activate pre-made magic via the object.
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	Four broad ways of channelling magic define how casters obtain and wield power:		Four broad ways of channelling magic define how casters obtain and wield power:

	* '+''+'[[Innate magic]]'+''+' - Power born with the caster; channelled from within. Often elemental; tied to bloodline or birth conditions. Sorcerer-like.		* '''[[Innate magic]]''' - Power born with the caster; channelled from within. Often elemental; tied to bloodline or birth conditions. Sorcerer-like.
	* '+''+'[[Learned magic]]'+''+' - Acquired through study and practice; channelled from the world. Associated with academies such as the [[Arcanum Lyceum]] in [[Lumenara]].		* '''[[Learned magic]]''' - Acquired through study and practice; channelled from the world. Associated with academies such as the [[Arcanum Lyceum]] in [[Lumenara]].
	* '+''+'[[Gifted magic]]'+''+' - Granted by an external entity (divine or pact). The caster acts as a conduit. Tied to the [[Pantheon]] or to pacts with Fae, demons, or void beings.		* '''[[Gifted magic]]''' - Granted by an external entity (divine or pact). The caster acts as a conduit. Tied to the [[Pantheon]] or to pacts with Fae, demons, or void beings.
	* '+''+'Bound magic'+''+' - Stored in [[Runic Power Stones]], scrolls, wands, and enchanted items. Usable by anyone with the object or the right knowledge; see [[Maginite]] and [[Runic Power Stones]].		* '''Bound magic''' - Stored in [[Runic Power Stones]], scrolls, wands, and enchanted items. Usable by anyone with the object or the right knowledge; see [[Maginite]] and [[Runic Power Stones]].

	== Technology and infrastructure ==		== Technology and infrastructure ==
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	== Communication ==		== Communication ==

	Long-distance and near-instant communication is routine. Civilian '+''+'magic scribe stations'+''+' allow even lower-class citizens to send written messages between linked locations; military forces use '+''+'linked boards'+''+' and dedicated scribes to coordinate the chain of command. For detail, see [[Magical communication]].		Long-distance and near-instant communication is routine. Civilian '''magic scribe stations''' allow even lower-class citizens to send written messages between linked locations; military forces use '''linked boards''' and dedicated scribes to coordinate the chain of command. For detail, see [[Magical communication]].

	== Employment ==		== Employment ==

	Magic users find work in the '+''+'military'+''+' (combat, defence, communication, logistics, reconnaissance), in '+''+'guilds and corporations'+''+' (runestones, message centres, trinkets, entertainment, industry, academies), and as '+''+'freelancers'+''+' (travelling mages, escorts, enchantment, scroll-making, imbuing, recharging). For roles and examples, see [[Employment for magic users]].		Magic users find work in the '''military''' (combat, defence, communication, logistics, reconnaissance), in '''guilds and corporations''' (runestones, message centres, trinkets, entertainment, industry, academies), and as '''freelancers''' (travelling mages, escorts, enchantment, scroll-making, imbuing, recharging). For roles and examples, see [[Employment for magic users]].

	== Limits and costs ==		== Limits and costs ==

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	= Magic in Faeloria =		= Magic in Faeloria =

	'''Magic in Faeloria''' is the collective term for the supernatural forces and practices that allow individuals or objects to produce magical effects. Faeloria is a high-fantasy setting in which magic is '''common'''; most people can interact with it in some form, and low-level spellcasting is widespread. Power is distributed on a '''pyramidal curve''': the majority of practitioners operate at modest levels, with progressively rarer individuals achieving greater skill and power. Magic is woven into everyday life-from [[Runic Power Stones]] powering lights and waygates to [[Magical communication\|magic scribe stations]] that let even non-casters send messages across the realm-and is considered a gift from [[Ariana]], the goddess of arcane and motherhood.		'+''+'Magic in Faeloria'+''+' is the collective term for the supernatural forces and practices that allow individuals or objects to produce magical effects. Faeloria is a high-fantasy setting in which magic is '+''+'common'+''+'; most people can interact with it in some form, and low-level spellcasting is widespread. Power is distributed on a '+''+'pyramidal curve'+''+': the majority of practitioners operate at modest levels, with progressively rarer individuals achieving greater skill and power. Magic is woven into everyday life-from [[Runic Power Stones]] powering lights and waygates to [[Magical communication\|magic scribe stations]] that let even non-casters send messages across the realm-and is considered a gift from [[Ariana]], the goddess of arcane and motherhood.

	== Sources of magic ==		== Sources of magic ==
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	! Description		! Description
	\|-		\|-
	\| '''Within the caster'''		\| '+''+'Within the caster'+''+'
	\| '''Innate magic'''-power born from bloodline, conception, or birth conditions. The caster is the well. See [[Innate magic]].		\| '+''+'Innate magic'+''+'-power born from bloodline, conception, or birth conditions. The caster is the well. See [[Innate magic]].
	\|-		\|-
	\| '''The world around'''		\| '+''+'The world around'+''+'
	\| '''Ambient magic'''-the weave of energies permeating Faeloria, channelled through study and ritual. See [[Learned magic]].		\| '+''+'Ambient magic'+''+'-the weave of energies permeating Faeloria, channelled through study and ritual. See [[Learned magic]].
	\|-		\|-
	\| '''External entities'''		\| '+''+'External entities'+''+'
	\| '''Bestowed magic'''-gods, [[Fae]], demons, or other beings grant power through pacts, oaths, or devotion. See [[Gifted magic]].		\| '+''+'Bestowed magic'+''+'-gods, [[Fae]], demons, or other beings grant power through pacts, oaths, or devotion. See [[Gifted magic]].
	\|-		\|-
	\| '''Objects and places'''		\| '+''+'Objects and places'+''+'
	\| '''Bound magic'''-magic stored in runes, scrolls, items, and enchanted locations. See [[Runic Power Stones]], [[Maginite]].		\| '+''+'Bound magic'+''+'-magic stored in runes, scrolls, items, and enchanted locations. See [[Runic Power Stones]], [[Maginite]].
	\|}		\|}

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	== Who can use magic ==		== Who can use magic ==

	Magic is '''widely accessible''' in some form. Most people can interact with it indirectly-through objects such as runes, scrolls, or public messaging stations-without being spellcasters. True spellcasting forms a '''pyramidal distribution''': low-level users are common, mid-tier casters fewer, and high-level or exceptionally powerful individuals rare. '''Innate talent''' (being magically attuned) eases learning and can allow greater raw output, but lack of attunement does not bar someone from learning magic; those without a bloodline or birth-gift typically need more time, study, and discipline. '''Gifted''' magic depends on forming and maintaining a bond with an entity.		Magic is '+''+'widely accessible'+''+' in some form. Most people can interact with it indirectly-through objects such as runes, scrolls, or public messaging stations-without being spellcasters. True spellcasting forms a '+''+'pyramidal distribution'+''+': low-level users are common, mid-tier casters fewer, and high-level or exceptionally powerful individuals rare. '+''+'Innate talent'+''+' (being magically attuned) eases learning and can allow greater raw output, but lack of attunement does not bar someone from learning magic; those without a bloodline or birth-gift typically need more time, study, and discipline. '+''+'Gifted'+''+' magic depends on forming and maintaining a bond with an entity.

	== How magic is used ==		== How magic is used ==

	Magic is '''channelled'''-drawn from a source and shaped by intent. The means vary:		Magic is '+''+'channelled'+''+'-drawn from a source and shaped by intent. The means vary:

	* '''Words''' - incantations, prayers, oaths, or verbal triggers		* '+''+'Words'+''+' - incantations, prayers, oaths, or verbal triggers
	* '''Gesture''' - somatic components, ritual movements, or symbolic acts		* '+''+'Gesture'+''+' - somatic components, ritual movements, or symbolic acts
	* '''Focus''' - staff, holy symbol, wand, rune, or other item that directs or amplifies		* '+''+'Focus'+''+' - staff, holy symbol, wand, rune, or other item that directs or amplifies
	* '''Knowledge''' - formulas, symbols, rites, or mental discipline		* '+''+'Knowledge'+''+' - formulas, symbols, rites, or mental discipline

	Innate users often rely on instinct and internal focus; learned users on incantations and precise channelling; gifted users on religious or pact-specific rituals; item-users activate pre-made magic via the object.		Innate users often rely on instinct and internal focus; learned users on incantations and precise channelling; gifted users on religious or pact-specific rituals; item-users activate pre-made magic via the object.
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	Four broad ways of channelling magic define how casters obtain and wield power:		Four broad ways of channelling magic define how casters obtain and wield power:

	* '''[[Innate magic]]''' - Power born with the caster; channelled from within. Often elemental; tied to bloodline or birth conditions. Sorcerer-like.		* '+''+'[[Innate magic]]'+''+' - Power born with the caster; channelled from within. Often elemental; tied to bloodline or birth conditions. Sorcerer-like.
	* '''[[Learned magic]]''' - Acquired through study and practice; channelled from the world. Associated with academies such as the [[Arcanum Lyceum]] in [[Lumenara]].		* '+''+'[[Learned magic]]'+''+' - Acquired through study and practice; channelled from the world. Associated with academies such as the [[Arcanum Lyceum]] in [[Lumenara]].
	* '''[[Gifted magic]]''' - Granted by an external entity (divine or pact). The caster acts as a conduit. Tied to the [[Pantheon]] or to pacts with Fae, demons, or void beings.		* '+''+'[[Gifted magic]]'+''+' - Granted by an external entity (divine or pact). The caster acts as a conduit. Tied to the [[Pantheon]] or to pacts with Fae, demons, or void beings.
	* '''Bound magic''' - Stored in [[Runic Power Stones]], scrolls, wands, and enchanted items. Usable by anyone with the object or the right knowledge; see [[Maginite]] and [[Runic Power Stones]].		* '+''+'Bound magic'+''+' - Stored in [[Runic Power Stones]], scrolls, wands, and enchanted items. Usable by anyone with the object or the right knowledge; see [[Maginite]] and [[Runic Power Stones]].

	== Technology and infrastructure ==		== Technology and infrastructure ==
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	== Communication ==		== Communication ==

	Long-distance and near-instant communication is routine. Civilian '''magic scribe stations''' allow even lower-class citizens to send written messages between linked locations; military forces use '''linked boards''' and dedicated scribes to coordinate the chain of command. For detail, see [[Magical communication]].		Long-distance and near-instant communication is routine. Civilian '+''+'magic scribe stations'+''+' allow even lower-class citizens to send written messages between linked locations; military forces use '+''+'linked boards'+''+' and dedicated scribes to coordinate the chain of command. For detail, see [[Magical communication]].

	== Employment ==		== Employment ==

	Magic users find work in the '''military''' (combat, defence, communication, logistics, reconnaissance), in '''guilds and corporations''' (runestones, message centres, trinkets, entertainment, industry, academies), and as '''freelancers''' (travelling mages, escorts, enchantment, scroll-making, imbuing, recharging). For roles and examples, see [[Employment for magic users]].		Magic users find work in the '+''+'military'+''+' (combat, defence, communication, logistics, reconnaissance), in '+''+'guilds and corporations'+''+' (runestones, message centres, trinkets, entertainment, industry, academies), and as '+''+'freelancers'+''+' (travelling mages, escorts, enchantment, scroll-making, imbuing, recharging). For roles and examples, see [[Employment for magic users]].

	== Limits and costs ==		== Limits and costs ==
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	* [[The Realms of Faeloria]] - Cosmology and the Great Cycle		* [[The Realms of Faeloria]] - Cosmology and the Great Cycle
	* [[Ariana]] - Goddess of arcane and motherhood		* [[Ariana]] - Goddess of arcane and motherhood
			* [[Origins and history of magic]] - Divine origins, Dawn of Magic, timeline, and scholarly debate

	[[Category:Arcana]]		[[Category:Arcana]]

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 = Magic in Faeloria =
-'''Magic in Faeloria''' is the collective term for the supernatural forces and practices that allow individuals or objects to produce magical effects. Faeloria is a high-fantasy setting in which magic is '''common'''; most people can interact with it in some form. Power is distributed on a '''pyramidal curve'''. Magic is woven into everyday life-from [[Runic Power Stones]] to [[Magical communication|magic scribe stations]]-and is considered a gift from [[Ariana]].
+'''Magic in Faeloria''' is the collective term for the supernatural forces and practices that allow individuals or objects to produce magical effects. Faeloria is a high-fantasy setting in which magic is '''common'''; most people can interact with it in some form, and low-level spellcasting is widespread. Power is distributed on a '''pyramidal curve''': the majority of practitioners operate at modest levels, with progressively rarer individuals achieving greater skill and power. Magic is woven into everyday life-from [[Runic Power Stones]] powering lights and waygates to [[Magical communication|magic scribe stations]] that let even non-casters send messages across the realm-and is considered a gift from [[Ariana]], the goddess of arcane and motherhood.
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= Magic in Faeloria =

'''Magic in Faeloria''' is the collective term for the supernatural forces and practices that allow individuals or objects to produce magical effects. Faeloria is a high-fantasy setting in which magic is '''common'''; most people can interact with it in some form. Power is distributed on a '''pyramidal curve'''. Magic is woven into everyday life-from [[Runic Power Stones]] to [[Magical communication|magic scribe stations]]-and is considered a gift from [[Ariana]].

[[Category:Arcana]]