Duelist
A Duelist is a type of entertainment profession in United Britannia and Hibernia. Because of the fluidity of magic, each witch has their own style for using magic. This allows witches to use their magic casting abilities as a form of entertainment.
Because only Council-sanctioned duels are legal, all duels take place in the Circus of Wonders. The punishment for hosting or participating in an illegal duel is almost always several years in prison and an extremely hefty fine.
Duelists may duel with three different types of magic: Nature, Elemental, and Illusion. The types are preset before the duel, and it is against the rules to change during the duel. If the duel has a goal (e.g., create the most vicious type of weather), then that goal is negotiated beforehand as well.
Career
Qualifications
Duelists do not require any specific training; in fact, many of the most famous brag about their lack of formal training.
Career Progression
Many duelists start out entering amateur duels that are held often at the Circus of Wonders. Progression relies largely on popularity with the witches of United Britannia and Hibernia. Duelists are treated similarly to celebrities in the human world; most witches have a favorite Duelist and pay large sums of money to see them.
Payment & Reimbursement
Famous Duelists are paid well; all duels have a prize purse. However, amateur Duelists often must take on another job to ensure all their bills are paid.
Other Benefits
Duelists are treated like celebrities; an immensely popular Duelist can expect to have thousands of ardent fans.
Perception
History
Duelists have been popular in UBH since at least the 1000s; a famous Duelist was mentioned in records from that time.
Operations
Dangers & Hazards
Although it's rare, witches can be maimed or killed during a duel.
Council's Duelist logo
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