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magic_ouranite_and_mutation

anonymous@undisclosed.example.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 09 Sep 2020 04:24:39 +0000

Chapter 3: Magic, Ouranite, and Mutation

magic

anonymous@undisclosed.example.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 09 Sep 2020 04:24:39 +0000

Magic

Magic in Alaraes is said to flow from the life force of the ancient god Ouranos, whose body makes up the land.

mutation_mechanic

anonymous@undisclosed.example.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 09 Sep 2020 04:24:39 +0000

Mutation

Recently, large pools of blackened earth have been seen all across Alaraes. These pools have the smell of rot about them, and have been infecting creatures and magic that get too close. Many mages, both independent and from the Order of the Obsidian Tower have tried studying it, or harnessing it. Often with disastrous results. If a creature comes into contact with it, mutation is certain, sometimes instantaneous, sometimes over months, but always inevitable.

ouranite_lore

anonymous@undisclosed.example.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 09 Sep 2020 04:24:39 +0000

Ouranite

Ouranite is refined and condensed mana, the magical lifeblood of Alaraes. Many types of mana exist, with some far more common than others, usually taking on the natural properties of the world around it. In its raw form mana appears as floating motes of sparkling colored dust, its shape always in flux, and is consistently about the size of a small honey bee. Once harvested, mana is refined by Artificers around the lands of Alaraes into Ouranite, first by stabilizing its inherently chaotic nature, and then sealing it inside a sphere of clear rainbow quartz about one inch in diameter. Mana refining is a lucrative business throughout Alaraes with most medium to large towns having an Artificer trained in the College of Anvilmar. Rural Artificers are usually self-taught and capable of refining most of the common types of mana into a usable, refined, form for daily use. Rarer mana requires seeking out a specialist in one of the larger cities throughout the land, or even from the College itself.

There is some argument as to whether mana is created by the elements around it, or if the mana simply takes on its properties.

Mana corruption

Use of any Mana Orb that has the presence of black flecks or streaks throughout its surface is highly discouraged. Use of these orbs can and will cause the deformation and/or insanity of the user.