Poison Magic Physical / Metaphysical Law in Zaris | World Anvil

Poison Magic

Poison magic is a type of magic that involves the manipulation and control of toxic substances. It is most commonly found in biomes with high levels of pollution, stagnant water, and other environmental toxins. Those who possess poison magic have the ability to create, control, and wield poison, using it for various purposes such as causing harm to others, neutralizing other toxins, or even using it for medicinal purposes.   Those affected by poison magic may exhibit symptoms such as vomiting, dizziness, weakness, and difficulty breathing. To detect the presence of poison magic, one may look for signs of toxicity in the environment or physical symptoms in those affected. Those with poison magic may also possess the ability to resist and heal from poison, as well as imbue objects or weapons with poison.

Manifestation

There are many ways that poison magic manifests in the world. Some examples follow:
  • The ability to create or manipulate toxic or poisonous substances, including using them as weapons or for defensive purposes.
  • The ability to resist or become immune to poison or toxic substances.
  • The appearance of physical symptoms of poisoning, such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, or rashes.
  • The presence of toxic or poisonous substances in the environment, such as venomous plants or animals, or chemical pollutants.
  • An affinity for poisonous plants or animals, or the ability to communicate with them.
  • The presence of poison-based attacks or abilities in the creature's arsenal, such as venomous bites or stings, or the ability to secrete toxic substances from their skin.

Localization

Poison magic is most prevalent in biomes with an abundance of with an abundance of toxic plants, fungi, and animals, as well as areas with high levels of pollution or stagnant water. Some examples below:
  Swamps and marshes: These biomes are often characterized by stagnant water and a high level of humidity, which can create the perfect breeding ground for poisonous plants, animals and magic.
Rainforests: The dense vegetation and high levels of rainfall in rainforests can create an ideal environment for the proliferation of poisonous plants, insects, and magic.
Deserts: The harsh conditions of deserts can lead to the evolution of venomous/poisonous creatures as a means of defense against predators which often evolves into poisonous magic.
Urban areas: Pollution and other forms of environmental degradation can lead to higher levels of poison magic in urban areas.
Temperate forests: The diverse plant life in temperate forests can provide a variety of poisonous plants that can be harnessed for poison magic.

Created by MidJourney

Type
Metaphysical, Elemental


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