Qabbalism
| Qabbalistic | Tradition |
|---|---|
| Combat | Air |
| Detection | Earth |
| Health | Fire |
| Illusion | Water |
| Manipulation | Task |
| Drain | Willpower + Logic |
| Note: | Qabbalism is a possession tradition |
| Preferred Spells | Borrow Sense, Double Image, Nutrition, Slay |
Casters who follow Qabbalism tend to cast spells using
ancient Hebrew, and their research features complex
formulae and diagrams, with numerology and astrology
forming a significant part of their theories regarding the
flow of mana. This method of explaining the Awakened
universe is also part of the hermetic paradigm, although
the hermetics use other sources of information as well.
Qabbalist spirits are normally referred to as elohim.
They do not manifest in the physical realm, but temporarily
possess a living or inanimate vessel to influence
the world directly. The classic example is a clay golem,
which still has its proponents today amongst certain
practitioners. Mentor spirits are typically related to the
ten sephirot, the emanations through which the Ein Sof
reveals itself.
There are two main schools of thought within the
Qabbalstic tradition: those who have an almost secular
method of belief, and ultra-orthodox Hebrews sects who
follow what they believe to be undiluted texts from ages
past. The former group is common and its members
are often treated like a sub-branch of hermeticism, and
there are many members in academic, entertainment,
and business circles. The latter reside within Orthodox
strongholds and Israel, with peaceful interactions with
outsiders being rare.
Fredrick Rosen is a fairly new member of the University
of Denver’s faculty, with a known penchant for
picking up strays. He appears frequently in public, with
his near-unique accent and good looks making him a bit
of a celebrity among the uninhibited wives of the CAS
sector. He currently teaches a number of introductory
magical theories classes and also holds an Awakening
for Business class as part of the evening program. He
has been known to sell spell formulae, and may barter
for services instead of taking cash. He also advertises
as a private tutor for promising students, most of whom
are attractive females. While these traits may provide
an enterprising runner with an opportunity, angering a
mage and leaving them alive is rarely a good practice.
Especially one with known connections to Mossad.
(p48 SG)