Magic
Magic is thought to hang in the air, somehow permeating the atmosphere. How powerful a magical creature's magic is and what type(s) of magic they display isn't because of how much magic they have, but because of their capacity to use the magic that exists around them. That said, individuals and species will be referred to in colloquial speech and throughout this wiki as having magic or having a certain kind or amount of magic.
While humans are never naturally born with magical ability, they can be imbued with magic by a powerful enough magical creature, if that creature were to decide to do so. This is, however, a very rare occurrence.
Types of Magic
Natural Magic
This refers to the magic behind specific abilities (for example, a unicorn's ability to heal or fairy illusions). All magical creatures have this type of magic, but how it shows up depends on their species.Inherent Magic
This type of magic is the one that allows the individual with it to use magic for more than just specific abilities. Not all magical creatures have this type of magic, and how powerful a magical creature can be with it varies greatly between species. How much capacity it takes to perform a given magical act depends on both the specificity of the act and the strength required to make the intended affect happen. Attempt a magical act that is too general in focus, and it will have little strength. But also, adding limitations and conditions upon a magical act can help to reduce the strength required for it to happen. The best practise of magical acts is to make the smallest act happen that will achieve your overall goal. Acts of inherent magic include:- Spells: the use of magic to add something that wasn't there before.
- Curses: the use of magic to remove something that used to be present.
- Enchantments: an act of magic on an inanimate object.
Manifestation
To fairies and those with fae blood who can see magic, it usually appears as a glow or light and can be various colours and shapes/patterns. Magic of various species and individuals can be recognized as such, and the shape and look of magic in a place can also tell the person looking at it what kind of magical act it is and how strong it is.
Type
Metaphysical, Supernatural
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