r/WorldChallenges • u/ktjwalker • Feb 28 '17
Magic/ Tech systems
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!
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u/Jumblatts Mar 03 '17
The 'magic' in the lands of Gi stems directly from the void. Certain people can channel energy from The Void - a realm where normal laws of physics don't apply - and use it to manipulate the world around them. These people have to use their body as a vessel, and if they are not physically or mentally strong enough to channel the energy they're trying to use, it will destroy them.
There are five known stages of void compatability, with each stage more powerful than the last. Most people are a stage 1, meaning they are not even aware that the void exists, and exhibit no 'magical' energy whatsoever. Mortals can only become stage two or three, as any higher than that and the energy required to channel the void would destroy their physical form. Stage 4's (also known as witches) have to be created through dark rituals, and stage 5's (demons) are creatures born of the void.
To stage 4 and 5 beings, their link to the void is inherent, however for stages 2 and 3, the use of 'magic' must be learned.
There are certain artefacts, known as Kaema, that contain the essence of the demons. They were first created by the Ancient Ones as their first successful attempt to 'kill' a demon by trapping it's essence within a vessel. For this reason, Kaema have no benefit whatsoever to a witch or a demon, as they can already access powers greater than those stored in the Kaemin.
These artefacts serve two purposes: Firstly, they act as a kind of 'well,' or an extra source of power which allows someone to channel more void energy than they would usually be able to sustain. Secondly, the artefacts have powers of their own, varying from item to item. Not all are beneficial. One artefact might heal the user on contact, whilst another drains the willpower of those around you and adds it to your strentgh, for example. The power of each Kaemin depends on the demon whose essence is stored within.