Philosophy of Magic - Part 1
Prime Warlock Gemnus Nilles's foundational text on the disciplined study of magic.
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Philosophy of Magic - Part 1
By Gemnus Nilles, Prime Warlock, Year 786
The development of one's cognitive abilities is tied directly to one's adeptness with magic, just as the warmth of a fire, the eating of food, and the drinking of water are fundamental to the utility of our bodies.
Magic itself does not come from physical strength, but from the discipline of one's mind and the ability to focus on a single, directed point. Channeling energy into this point requires a balanced spirit and an uncluttered mind. While it is true that attaining physical fortitude also demands a path lined with discipline, raw brute force alone narrows the vision and dulls the mind's ability to create.
In this instructional text, I will go over some of the best techniques for not only developing your magical aptitude but for, in effect, mastering your skills over time.
Practice makes perfect, as they say. But without proper technique and a deliberate level of focus, something as simple as a fire charm can quickly get out of hand. Why, even I have been known to singe a finger or two when my attention was unjustly split between my spellcasting and the beauty of a passing butterfly. I may have had to endure a bandage and the smell of aloe, but the butterfly suffered much worse that day.
It is for this main reason that I advise all disciples and any who find themselves in my care to practice meditation. Aim to lead a life of meaningful contemplation, and your adeptness with magic shall be fostered in kind.
During my time as the King's Prime Warlock, I often encountered people who had successfully attained magical abilities but had trouble controlling them. At times this meant merely that they found little efficacy for their skills, or—in rare cases—far too much efficacy, leading them down a path of chaos and disaster. This is precisely why I preach the necessity of a disciplined and tranquil mind and do my best to steer more spirited persons away from the pitfalls of their passion.
Magic itself does not come from physical strength, but from the discipline of one's mind and the ability to focus on a single, directed point. Channeling energy into this point requires a balanced spirit and an uncluttered mind. While it is true that attaining physical fortitude also demands a path lined with discipline, raw brute force alone narrows the vision and dulls the mind's ability to create.
In this instructional text, I will go over some of the best techniques for not only developing your magical aptitude but for, in effect, mastering your skills over time.
Practice makes perfect, as they say. But without proper technique and a deliberate level of focus, something as simple as a fire charm can quickly get out of hand. Why, even I have been known to singe a finger or two when my attention was unjustly split between my spellcasting and the beauty of a passing butterfly. I may have had to endure a bandage and the smell of aloe, but the butterfly suffered much worse that day.
It is for this main reason that I advise all disciples and any who find themselves in my care to practice meditation. Aim to lead a life of meaningful contemplation, and your adeptness with magic shall be fostered in kind.
During my time as the King's Prime Warlock, I often encountered people who had successfully attained magical abilities but had trouble controlling them. At times this meant merely that they found little efficacy for their skills, or—in rare cases—far too much efficacy, leading them down a path of chaos and disaster. This is precisely why I preach the necessity of a disciplined and tranquil mind and do my best to steer more spirited persons away from the pitfalls of their passion.