Tormsskull
2007-05-16, 02:19 PM
Hi everyone,
I'm trying to come up with a list of "spells" for my new magic system, and I could use your help. The new magic system is in its early stages right now, but there are very specific rules that govern "magic" in this system.
Under these rules, Magic:
Is not intelligent.
Cannot be programmed.
Cannot effect time.
Only lasts for as long as the user is actively sustaining the spell.
Cannot effect people’s minds.
Basically speaking, magic is not magical in this system. It is sort of like an indestructible third hand that someone capable of using magic has. They can call that hand into existence by concentrating, and can dismiss it just as easily. They can make the hand take different shapes & sizes (depending on their ability), and can make the hand physical or insubstantial. As a user becomes more experienced they can cause their "hand" to become one with or part of any material it touches (you could have your hand become one with the air and thus manipulate the air).
So what CAN you do with magic in this system? You could lift objects and throw them. You could erect a barrier against physical attacks. You could cause the flames on a log to jump from the log and onto a person. You could gag someone.
Ok, so I know that is kind of confusing, but that's what I am going with. If you have any suggestions for types of "spells" I could use with this system I'd be greatful.
I'm trying to come up with a list of "spells" for my new magic system, and I could use your help. The new magic system is in its early stages right now, but there are very specific rules that govern "magic" in this system.
Under these rules, Magic:
Is not intelligent.
Cannot be programmed.
Cannot effect time.
Only lasts for as long as the user is actively sustaining the spell.
Cannot effect people’s minds.
Basically speaking, magic is not magical in this system. It is sort of like an indestructible third hand that someone capable of using magic has. They can call that hand into existence by concentrating, and can dismiss it just as easily. They can make the hand take different shapes & sizes (depending on their ability), and can make the hand physical or insubstantial. As a user becomes more experienced they can cause their "hand" to become one with or part of any material it touches (you could have your hand become one with the air and thus manipulate the air).
So what CAN you do with magic in this system? You could lift objects and throw them. You could erect a barrier against physical attacks. You could cause the flames on a log to jump from the log and onto a person. You could gag someone.
Ok, so I know that is kind of confusing, but that's what I am going with. If you have any suggestions for types of "spells" I could use with this system I'd be greatful.