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Generally, [Mages] have much more difficulty leveling than other classes. While a [Warrior] must simply challenge ever-greater foes in order to level, even Archmages of Wistram have a hard time leveling as [Mages] must not only study, but practice magic of great power.<ref name=":7.09 K">[https://wanderinginn.com/2020/02/23/7-09-k/ Chapter 7.09 K]</ref> This has become even more difficult in the present day, as Archmage [[Zelkyr Amerwing|Zelkyr's]] test has blocked access to the higher floors of Wistram, where greater magic exists. | Generally, [Mages] have much more difficulty leveling than other classes. While a [Warrior] must simply challenge ever-greater foes in order to level, even Archmages of Wistram have a hard time leveling as [Mages] must not only study, but practice magic of great power.<ref name=":7.09 K">[https://wanderinginn.com/2020/02/23/7-09-k/ Chapter 7.09 K]</ref> This has become even more difficult in the present day, as Archmage [[Zelkyr Amerwing|Zelkyr's]] test has blocked access to the higher floors of Wistram, where greater magic exists. | ||
Typically, [Mages] memorize a limited number of spells in their mind, save for those they obtained from levelling up and can cast at any time. Without regular practice, it's possible for them to forget spells.<ref>[https://wanderinginn.com/2023/12/06/9-69-pt-1/ Chapter 9.69 H (Pt. 1)]</ref> While [Mages] can theoretically learn and cast any magic by understanding the elements and basics of magical theory, most [Mages] prefer to rely on boxed spells obtained from the system of levelling, as they are less mana-intensive.<ref name=":0" /> Said spells are generally used without significant modification due to the combination of the ease of casting that said lack of modification provides, and most mages not knowing significant modification is possible, For instance, when Pisces tried casting [Bone Dart] from the ground up, the Tier 1 spell was more intricate than usual and took him two minutes to re-configure.<ref>{{VERef|Chapter 9.49}}</ref> Consequently, most modern [Mages] learn spells akin to copying a template, without understanding how the spell actually works, only that it does. This method of learning is called Explorer's Magic, as it is similar to how adventurers taught themselves magic by delving for spell books and scrolls, with the gaps in knowledge | Typically, [Mages] memorize a limited number of spells in their mind, save for those they obtained from levelling up and can cast at any time. Without regular practice, it's possible for them to forget spells.<ref>[https://wanderinginn.com/2023/12/06/9-69-pt-1/ Chapter 9.69 H (Pt. 1)]</ref> While [Mages] can theoretically learn and cast any magic by understanding the elements and basics of magical theory, most [Mages] prefer to rely on boxed spells obtained from the system of levelling, as they are less mana-intensive.<ref name=":0" /> Said spells are generally used without significant modification due to the combination of the ease of casting that said lack of modification provides, and most mages not knowing significant modification is possible, For instance, when Pisces tried casting [Bone Dart] from the ground up, the Tier 1 spell was more intricate than usual and took him two minutes to re-configure.<ref>{{VERef|Chapter 9.49}}</ref> Consequently, most modern [Mages] learn spells akin to copying a template, without understanding how the spell actually works, only that it does. This method of learning is called Explorer's Magic, as it is similar to how adventurers taught themselves magic by delving for spell books and scrolls, with the gaps in knowledge are filled in by [[Grand Design of Isthekenous|other rules]]. | ||
== Abilities == | == Abilities == | ||
[Mages] use mana to power their spells. They can refuel their internal reserves by passively absorbing the ambient mana in their surroundings, more actively through meditation, or mana potions. | [Mages] use mana to power their spells. They can refuel their internal reserves by passively absorbing the ambient mana in their surroundings, more actively through meditation, or mana potions. | ||