Elves were the first to discover what is known as Arcane Magic. They sought a deep understanding of the intricate forces that govern the universe and eventually used this knowledge to harness and manipulate them. The Elves believe that only through years of disciplined study can one begin to master this form of magic.

Gnomes were the first to harness what is known as Wild Magic. Being intimately connected to the natural world and its untamed energies, they discovered the ability to tap into a raw power that flows through the land like a living, breathing entity. Gnomes view this form of magic as a gift to be used freely, despite its unpredictable nature.

Mages must choose between practicing Wild Magic or Arcane Magic. Once their decision is made, it cannot be changed, given the two forms of magic can never mix without grave consequences.

Humans, Dwarves, and Halflings can choose to practice either form of magic. Elves only practice Arcane Magic and Gnomes only practice Wild Magic, but each have a proficiency bonus (see Mage Stones).

All spells within the game have a corresponding incantation which activates the spell when read aloud. The words of the incantation must be heard by whomever or whatever the spell is being cast upon for it to take effect. Players can learn new spells during the game from elder Mage scholars who will teach them the incantation and the properties of the spell.

All Mages carry with them a book/journal/tome/grimoire, which serves as their spellbook. Within their spellbook, they write down the names of the spells and corresponding incantations as they learn them. As their studies continue, they will add more and more spells to their spellbook, making them a more powerful Mage.

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Each Mage can cast up to 8 spells per half-day. Players will track this using a spell card about the size of a bookmark indicating 8 spell slots. Each time a Mage casts a spell, they will tear a notch into one of the spell slots on the card. At 4pm, players can turn in their used spell card for a new spell card with a fresh set of 8 spells.

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All Mages carry with them a small pouch containing their mage stones. Every time a player casts a spell, they must reach into their pouch and blindly pull out a stone which will indicate if the spell succeeded or failed. For Wild Mages, a green stone indicates a success and a red stone indicates a failure. For Arcane Mages, a blue stone indicates a success and a red stone indicates a failure.

Human, Dwarf, and Halfling Mages carry 3 success stones and 1 failure stone, giving them a 75% chance of successfully casting a spell.

Elves and Gnomes carry 4 success stones and 1 failure stone, giving them an increased likelihood of successfully casting a spell.

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Once you are ready to cast a spell, you must follow the steps below, in order.

1. Tear a notch in a spell slot on your spell card.

2. Reach into your pouch and pull out a mage stone. If the stone indicates a failure, the spell attempt has failed. If the stone indicates a success, proceed to step 3.

3. Open your spellbook and read aloud the incantation of the spell you wish to cast.

   Note: You must be loud enough for the subject of your spell to hear you so they can properly react to your spell.

When a Mage has been practicing Magic for long enough, certain new abilities will be opened to them. In their first year attending Fayhaven LARP as a Mage, a player will be able to learn any of the available spells within their Magical Path (Arcane or Wild). In following years, a player will be allowed to choose “specializations.” On their second year as a Mage, a player can specialize in a particular spell that they have learned. They will go to an Elder Mage to be examined in their understanding of their chosen spell, and if they should pass, then they have proven their ability to teach this spell to others and will get an additional stamp on that spell. Advanced Mages may choose one additional spell each year to specialize in. They may teach the spell’s incantation and rules to new Mages, who then may go and receive their stamp of approval from one of the Elder Mages.