Some people find it more difficult to use since it involves a very solid understanding of the structure and composition of the item or object you plan to affect. But in theory, it is possible to channel magic into something as flimsy as paper and strengthen its composition to such a degree that you could use it as a shield that could block a knife or even a bullet.
One could also use it to enhance the natural strength in one's limbs - modern mages do that sort of thing quite often as a means of self-defense.
Then my scientific and medical studies might become useful in the practice of magic you're planning on showing me. While magic was unfortunately a forbidden topic, I was able to use rest of my family's library with information on the natural sciences among other things to supplement my studies.
One I've gotten some of the basics of the magic you're teaching me, I'll be curious to see how that knowledge might be applied.
Magecraft is very much an art form that involves understanding the world around you in order to achieve a desired change.
Some might argue that magic and science do not mix, but that is hardly the case. There is a level of scientific thought and analysis that goes into the process.
At the moment, I’m more concerned about teaching you practical things. There are more esoteric topics - and some mages spend their entire lives researching, trying, and many times failing to recreate certain Mysteries. Or to reach the Root.
That was not the path I chose for myself, though, so I couldn’t necessarily recommend the life of an academic.
I'm assuming one of those books will tell me about the Mysteries or the Root.
And I much appreciate your focus on practicality, Herr Archer. One can hardly get into the depths of consideration if one is dying constantly in this place.
Of the three I gave you, they will likely only mention them in passing.
The ‘Root’ is what we understand as the source of everything. The origin of magic.
‘Mystery’ is a term mages in my world use to describe phenomena that can be accomplished with magic. In ancient times, when gods and other mythical beings existed alongside humanity, the fetes that could be accomplished with magic were far great than in modern times. That’s why I said mages of more recent eras spend their entire lives trying to recreate Mystery.
Entire books could and have been written on these topics, but unless you’re extremely interested in researching my world’s lore, those general definitions should suffice.
‘Constantly dying’ is stretching it, but there are plenty of people here who have died more than once. So we will endeavor to avoid that.
[ Mystery. A little flare of pride wells up inside of him, aching to burst forth. He had done it, done magic that was myth, brought about that which would herald the End. If there was no truer judge of whether he was a mage or not, the fact that he had spent his near-30 years in the world on the task spoke to that title.
The fact that he'd done it gave him a shiver of pride.
Nothing he intended to share with his teacher, of course, but Johann might hear about it if he wasn't too annoying. ]
Such would I prefer as well as I doubt Johann would take it particularly well.
It occurred to me just now that while you're in the process of learning, there is no reason I can't offer you some protection.
I have experimented with using strengthening magic on clothing before with decent results. And it seems more practical to apply it to undergarments than every single outfit in your wardrobe.
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Besides that, I am already planning to teach you very simple measures of self-defense.
Anything can be a weapon - or a shield - if you know what you’re doing.
And actually, sometimes, even if you don’t.
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Some people find it more difficult to use since it involves a very solid understanding of the structure and composition of the item or object you plan to affect. But in theory, it is possible to channel magic into something as flimsy as paper and strengthen its composition to such a degree that you could use it as a shield that could block a knife or even a bullet.
One could also use it to enhance the natural strength in one's limbs - modern mages do that sort of thing quite often as a means of self-defense.
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One I've gotten some of the basics of the magic you're teaching me, I'll be curious to see how that knowledge might be applied.
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Magecraft is very much an art form that involves understanding the world around you in order to achieve a desired change.
Some might argue that magic and science do not mix, but that is hardly the case. There is a level of scientific thought and analysis that goes into the process.
At the moment, I’m more concerned about teaching you practical things. There are more esoteric topics - and some mages spend their entire lives researching, trying, and many times failing to recreate certain Mysteries. Or to reach the Root.
That was not the path I chose for myself, though, so I couldn’t necessarily recommend the life of an academic.
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And I much appreciate your focus on practicality, Herr Archer. One can hardly get into the depths of consideration if one is dying constantly in this place.
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The ‘Root’ is what we understand as the source of everything. The origin of magic.
‘Mystery’ is a term mages in my world use to describe phenomena that can be accomplished with magic. In ancient times, when gods and other mythical beings existed alongside humanity, the fetes that could be accomplished with magic were far great than in modern times. That’s why I said mages of more recent eras spend their entire lives trying to recreate Mystery.
Entire books could and have been written on these topics, but unless you’re extremely interested in researching my world’s lore, those general definitions should suffice.
‘Constantly dying’ is stretching it, but there are plenty of people here who have died more than once. So we will endeavor to avoid that.
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The fact that he'd done it gave him a shiver of pride.
Nothing he intended to share with his teacher, of course, but Johann might hear about it if he wasn't too annoying. ]
Such would I prefer as well as I doubt Johann would take it particularly well.
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How would you fare if such a thing were to happen?
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Although, now I have a question for you. One I hope you won't misinterpret.
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I'd like you to bring a few of your undergarments with you the next time you come. Do you think you can manage that?
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Certainly, Herr Archer. Used or freshly cleaned?
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It occurred to me just now that while you're in the process of learning, there is no reason I can't offer you some protection.
I have experimented with using strengthening magic on clothing before with decent results. And it seems more practical to apply it to undergarments than every single outfit in your wardrobe.
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Tell me, Herr Archer: will it affect the feel or flexibility of the fabric?
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And no, it will not.
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Let me know if you have any questions between now and our next lesson.
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I assure you, Herr Archer, I am not a shy student.
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In the meantime, try not to scare too many people with the thought of seal eyes for dinner, hm?
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