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Magic is mostly intent. The caster focusses their will to direct the magic in order to achieve a specific effect. A spell in and of itself is a means to aid in focussing one's will onto a specific goal for long enough to achieve the desired effect. | Magic is mostly intent. The caster focusses their will to direct the magic in order to achieve a specific effect. A spell in and of itself is a means to aid in focussing one's will onto a specific goal for long enough to achieve the desired effect. | ||
In earlier days, this was done through specific rituals, designed to put the caster into the proper mindset, and song-like chants to focus the will. Modern magic has condensed this into a short incantation, primarily in Latin and, in most cases, comprising only 1-2 words. This is possible due to the use of foci, such as magic wands. | In earlier days, this was done through specific rituals, designed to put the caster into the proper mindset, and song-like chants to focus the will. [[Modern Magic|Modern magic]] has condensed this into a short incantation, primarily in Latin and, in most cases, comprising only 1-2 words. This is possible due to the use of foci, such as magic wands. | ||
Ultimately, the effectiveness of a spell is determined by the skill and power of the caster, as well as their ability to maintain focus and intent. | Ultimately, the effectiveness of a spell is determined by the skill and power of the caster, as well as their ability to maintain focus and intent. | ||
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==== Hex ==== | ==== Hex ==== | ||
A hex is a type of dark charm generally intended to cause suffering to a target. Some hexes may be amusing, others may be downright evil. A typical hex is [[Confundio]]. | A hex is a type of dark charm generally aimed at living beings and intended to cause suffering to a target. Some hexes may be amusing, others may be downright evil. A typical hex is [[Confundio]]. | ||
==== Curse ==== | ==== Curse ==== | ||