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This comprehensive classification system covers practitioner types, elemental categories, spell construction, and the fundamental mechanics that govern magical practice in Aethoria. Understanding these classifications is essential for any serious student of the magical arts.
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Practitioner Types
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Lower Elements
5
Higher Elements
10
Spell Tiers
A mana well is a metaphysical organ attached to a practitioner's Etheric and Astral body. Unlike simple absorption of ambient mana, wells function as dimensional bridges that tap directly into higher-dimensional mana sources.
Because wells draw from higher dimensions, ambient mana density in the physical world does not affect a practitioner's power or refill rate. A mage in a mana-rich area has no advantage over one in a mana-poor region.
Moderate
1-3 specialties OR 1 affinity + 1-2 specialties
Enhanced quantum resonance between consciousness and specific elemental fields. Spells come easily but still require conscious effort to cast.
Quantum entanglement between consciousness and elemental fields. The effort lies more in stopping the magic from responding.
Three-dimensional manifestations accessible to all practitioner types.
Manipulation of solid matter, stone, and minerals
Control of heat, flames, and combustion
Manipulation of gases, wind currents, and pressure
Control of liquids, ice, and humidity
Connection to life force and ethereal energies
Manipulation of illumination and radiant energy
Multi-dimensional forces requiring direct higher-dimensional access. Primarily accessible to sorcerers.
Creation, healing, and enhancement of living things
Entropy, decay, and the ending of things
Manipulation of temporal flow and causality
Control of distance, dimensions, and positioning
The dimensional nexus connecting all elements
The elemental or power signature
How the effect manifests
Variations on the core effect
Timing, direction, triggers
Power, area, duration
A mana well functions similarly to a coffee filter—it can handle a steady, appropriate flow, but attempting to force too much through too quickly can cause catastrophic damage.
For comprehensive study, consult these complete reference documents in the Magic Systems section.