Magic

Magic is split into four categories, each with its own history and usage. Most latent magic is genetic, but oftentimes is a random mutation. It is not uncommon for mundane, or 'Bland Folk' families to have children with latent abilities.


 * Inherent Magic
 * This is a latent magic, present at birth. Inherent magic is first triggered through an emotional response, no matter how insignificant it may seem to others.
 * One example of inherent magic is Muriel.
 * Primal Magic
 * This is also a latent magic, but does not require a trigger. Most users of primal magic can use it just a few hours after coming into the world.
 * Dragons are the largest source of primal magic.
 * Learned Magic
 * This is the weakest form of magic. Those who do not have the talents of inherent magic, but still wish to use it, are sometimes capable of learning or gaining it through knowledge and scrolls. This is not always possible, due to the finicky nature of magic, but those who are especially determined or desperate may find themselves with more than they bargained for.
 * Mechanical Magic
 * This is the strongest form of magic. Very few examples of mechanical magic survived the Dark Ages, but avatars are one of them.
 * Mechanical magic has the unique ability to fuel itself. Most magic requires a battery, or an offered source of power. Mechanical magic does not require power, it is completely self sufficient.
 * Also unlike most other magic, mechanical magic is physical. There is almost always something left behind, again exemplified by avatars. When someone removes their avatar, it's as if they shed their skin. Most of it dissipates when unused, the rest is left behind as a form of 'skin'.