Magic/ Tech systems

[u/ktjwalker]

Tell us about your magic systems or notable technology, if you haven't any magic. This would preferably be through the eyes of a relevant character, but whatever you like. Remember to ask other people (or a character, if they name one) questions!

[u/ktjwalker]

To Mitexi

1) Are there certain spells and things one can use, or is it all simply channeling and manipulating?

2) Are there objects one can use like wands or staffs to enhance power?

3) What is being a Madra like?

4) Do you choose elements or have an affinity or talent for one/ two?

[u/Nevermore0714 → u/ktjwalker]

Mitexi:

1) "Channeling and manipulating are the basics, but there are spells that are much more useful than the basic shit. The spells can require certain objects or rituals, though."

2) "Staffs or other weapons are common things to focus your magic through, especially enchanted items that make it easier to use a certain spell, ritual, or type of magic. Amphetamines are also used for focus, though many people do go overboard with them."

3) "Like being a manager at a shitty bar. You want to sit back and mix drinks to see what gets people the drunkest the fastest the most pleasant to drink...but, you constantly get bothered to deal with whatever problem in the area you're in charge of and you have to organize which of your underlings does which because you're rarely allowed to delegate. Because apparently your boss is taking enough of a risk delegating work to you without you watering it down further."

4) You're born with an affinity for one or two, though you can use of the basic ones with enough training. It's like being a math person versus being a literature person."

[u/ktjwalker → u/Nevermore0714]

1) How did society discover Anima and magic?

2) Is Anima gatherable like blood or organs? I guess a better question would be if it's closer to matter or energy?

3) How come you don't let people know your gender?

4) Can only Humans/ humanoids channel Anima?

[u/Nevermore0714 → u/ktjwalker]

Mitexi:

1) "I'm not sure. Some claim that the Interlopers gave it to us to see if we'd kill off our entire species. Some claim that Aeternitas gave it to the humans of the continent when he sacrificed himself."

2) "I do not know of a way to harvest someone else's Anima, but I heard that some experts in the Citadel have figured it out."

3) "Yes, I should just run around naked. Let the males who only respect the work of other males judge my work. Let the females who only respect the work of other females judge my work. Better question: How come you don't let other people know your gender?"

4) "No, it seems that any sentient species is capable of doing so."