Dark magic, also known as the seventh source, is a wicked and heinous form of magic that does not directly connect to the Primal Sources. Instead, it draws upon the primal energy within magical creatures themselves to fuel spells. Unlike the six Primal Sources which each have a specific nature, dark magic is more versatile and has many uses. At its most extreme, it was even capable of resurrecting someone from the dead. Dark magic spells are normally cast through incantations in which the mage speaks in reverse. It is considered a cheap, fast, and easy way of casting magic and always requires an act of destruction and consumption to accomplish.
First used by a human mage named Ziard, who was in the possession of a relic staff gifted by one of the "Great Ones", it was used to shield Elarion from famine and its enemies. The ease and potency of dark magic eventually caused human dark mages to hunt and poach magical creatures to harvest their magic energy. Horrified by the practice, the elves and the dragons of Xadia divided the continent and drove all humans to the West, where it continued to be part of human culture.
Forbidden Magic
Forbidden magic is a type of powerful magic similar to dark magic. It is forbidden because it requires the consumption of the blood of still-living beings. This magic was discovered and practiced by a group of Moonshadow Elves, which apart from amplifying their powers also grants a much longer longevity. It is unknown what effects the forbidden magic would have on the other races of elves or humans.
by Dragon Prince (Netflix)
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