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  1. S.T. Ockenner

    Magic System Idea

    Thaumturgic energy is a force in the universe that causes strange things to happen, and it can defy the laws of physics. Sorcerers are natural conductors of this force (nicknamed magic). Sorcerers can either channel raw magic to have a random effect, or they can create spells. Spells are...
    • S.T. Ockenner
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    • familiars magic magic system magic systems sorcerers sorcery warlocks witches wizards
    • Replies: 16
    • Forum: World Building
  2. S.T. Ockenner

    Group Magic System Building

    1: Magic is a natural facet of the universe, and is found everywhere as an ambient force
  3. A shadowy portifolio

    Weird Magic System

    Magic requires pixie dust. It can turn people into donkeys whenever you want on Tuesday, and nothing else. You have to decide how long the effect will last one minute before turning someone into a donkey. In order to use it, you must be the seventh son of the seventh daughter, or vice versa. You...
  4. Akira444

    My Elemental Magic System

    So, I think I made a similar thread about this a year or two ago when I first joined this site, but this is something new I wanted to throw out there for people to see. This magic system is of the elemental flavor, and is something that I based off of the Witchery magic system from the...
  5. S.T. Ockenner

    Magic System- Help!

    I'm about to start a story somewhat based on Greek Mythology (but Science Fantasy), But I don't really know what my magic system should be. I've never really worked on magic systems for any of my writing. All I know is that I want it to be alongside technology and wielded by wizard priests...
  6. SirenSon117

    Magic System Review ACT 3: Minor Concerns and Questions

    Even though nobody reacted to ACT 2 of this I have a few minor issues I'd like to hash out with you guys concerning the two Magic Systems I use. To summarize both of these systems, which are properly covered in the previous threads: Symbolic Magic, the more prominent system in the Younger...
  7. d20kaiju

    “Dragon Magic” —what comes to mind?

    When you read the phrase “dragon magic” what comes to mind? I’m working on a piece that deliberately caters to old tropes of fantasy and trying to work within the old expectations to create something that feels fresh by the characters that live within the world and the magic they use. I’ve got...
    • d20kaiju
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    • dragon magic magic building magic system magic systems tropes world building
    • Replies: 24
    • Forum: Writing Discussions
  8. SirenSon117

    Magic System Complexity Check

    Alright so I recently re-did my Magic System and I wanted your thoughts. Here goes: In order to cast spells Mages have to build up a metaphysical substance called Symbolic Energy within their Souls. After shaping Symbolic Energy with their imagination the caster releases the energy in the...
  9. Janice Ziems

    Magic system

    I am writing a fantasy story for middle graders. Would it make sense if I had three “Guardians” who are protecting a powerful object to receive their power directly from a Divine power, and another wizard to pull his power from the underworld, and any other witch or wizard pull their magic from...
  10. RoseScript

    Realistic Magic System Tips?

    Hey! In my current novel, it does have a magic system, although I'm having some trouble making it seem real. Any tips or basic guidelines to make it seem as if it's part of the world? I've seen a few posts on magic rules, and things to follow. Although, any advice is helpful! :happy: Basic...
  11. nardken

    Creating Classes Within a Magic System

    This is my first forum post so please forgive me if this is all over the place. I’ve created a magic system based around the 3 types of learning (VAK -Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic, Learning). For those who don’t know about VAK Learning, it’s a theory saying we are natural learner in one of...
  12. B

    Help with drawbacks of magic system

    I'm in need of some help with creating drawbacks for my "magic" system. Here is a general idea of what I have so far... There are a few people who are born in my world with an innate gift. It's not "true" magic, but both are deemed socially unacceptable. Each gift is unique to the person, and...
  13. E

    How can Limits be placed on Reincarnation Magic?

    Maleficient is an evil witch on a quest for true immortality. Until she accomplishes her goal, she uses a midpoint form of magic called reincarnation in order to buy her more time and keep her alive. Reincarnation magic allows an individual to reincarnate themselves after death in the body of...
  14. Akira444

    Fantasia: The Magic of Terra

    Today's entry is about the magic of Terra. If you haven't seen the first two parts of this little worldbuilding series of mine, be sure to check out Fantasia: The World of Terra, and Fantasia: The Inhabitants of Terra. Magic Magic is the practice of harnessing spiritual energy that allows...
  15. Akira444

    Thoughts and Opinions

    Hey, there! I'm new to the site, and I'm just throwing this little topic out there for all to read. Just wanted to see what people thought of the magic system I thought up for my fantasy world. Anyway, here it is: Magic is the practice of manipulating the elements. There are seven elements in...
  16. B

    Help with magic system/worldbuilding

    Hi, new here and also attempting to iron out some details for my first novella/novel. So some quick context of my initial idea, although have got many details to finish/sort out: so there are magic users (either different species altogether or humans who have somehow gained magic, either by...
  17. Knight Viking

    Hail and well met!

    Hello! I stumbled upon this community looking for a list of names used for magic-users. Hoping that time spent here will bear fruit for my writing and that I may help others as well. A little about me: My name is Taylor. I've been working on building a fantasy world for about five years now...
  18. C. R. Rowenson

    Difficulties with Magicbuilding

    I love magic systems so much I have a blog dedicated to building them. I always like knowing people's struggles so I can make my content more relevant and helpful. So. What is hardest for you when it comes to building your magic systems?
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