Pleroma Only

[wolof]

Hello.

[ The voice is clear, and despite the fact that she's rarely spoken through communion, surprisingly clear, and with no lack of authority to her tone. ]

I have discovered that there are some among us who have come into some sort of magic, or abilities, since arriving. Some even have a gift from before they arrived, that has thus gone unutilitzed. [ Rand. ]

If we are to be at war -- to win against a foe with greater resources than we have, then we should utilize every advantage possible. I know I've spoken to others here, who have a great deal of competency with the arcane. I believe it would be best, if we pooled our resources, to teach those among us who are not so practiced. Whether it is powers granted in this realm, or... [ said with a bit of a laugh: ] simply magic, there are methods to make them simpler to call, or with practice, they can take less effort to use.

While I'm no professional instructor, I have advised others on the use of magic when they were new to workings before, and any sufficiently trained magister can instruct another on at least the basics, and I think we should do so before we find ourselves on the field again. Even if you are practiced with your gift, I am sure there is worth in working together, to learn how our respective talents can work together, before we allow each other to be exposed, or even worse: injured or killed.

[ A pause. ]

Consider this a...statement of intent, if you will. I normally favor staying in Godsblood, but given the...volatile nature of unpracticed magic, I think I will find myself an appropriately sized clearing near Greentruth, if others wish to join me. A scant few days of instruction, if you will. I do not think it will be hard to find, if you are in the vicinity in the next few days. If others are willing, perhaps it will be of use, to make this regular for practice.

[ ooc; I'll be intending to put up something of a loose open log for magic-based folks to collaborate/help out any characters who are just coming into new powers, want practice or instruction, or just want to strategize with magic-related combat in general later this week! ]

Comments

[aquaveiled]

[ She absolutely recognizes this voice--the lovely woman who held herself with a great deal of poise back at the lodestone. There's a clear wave of excitement coming from Himeka's end of the communion. ]

I think this is a fantastic idea! I'd love to see how magicks work from other stars as well. A close companion of mine is also well-trained and I'm sure he'd be interested.

[wolof]

[ A pause of surprise. They hadn't spoken since the lodestone, but she's so... excited? ]

I, too, would be interested in seeing that. There are many...ways to approach magic in my plane alone, I can imagine that every other plane would also have new perspectives to offer.

You and your friend are welcome. I suspect there may be a need, and my particular brand of magic is... rather exacting. I'm sure there will be different approaches that would work for others.

[aquaveiled]

[ Exacting, is it? ]

Oh? You've made me even more curious now. Can I get a hint?

[coupris]

[War. She's very plain about it, in a way he can appreciate, even if the sentiment bristles. It's something he can turn over in his mind later-- the fact of the matter is that he's still no closer to understanding the powers the Pleroma had given him.

And she was the first to witness it, after all.]

Godsblood has proven a bit... impractical. [See his volunteer being launched into the shallows of the docks.] I'll see if I can slip away from work for a few days.

[wolof]

[ It's with a wry irony that ripples across the connection: ] You're telling me.

[ Akua doesn't send an image in return, but there's the ripple of disgust at being demeaned. She isn't the type to enjoy servants work, and Akua, being both well educated and of good stock, thinks of it as beneath her. ]

We would enjoy having you, Kim. How much practice have you had on your own, with your newfound abilities?

[coupris]

[Kim has no issues with working for a living, but dockwork is exhausting, and not anywhere close to as mentally stimulating as detective work. Stealing a few days to do anything else really won't rattle his conscience much.]

It's a bit difficult to manage alone, so not much. As you've seen, it's only activated by an outside source, it seems.

[youngprodigy]

I've recently been gifted magic.

[There's no small amount of wonder coming from him at it.]

It's incredibly new to me; my people aren't actually capable of it. It's not an offensive spell, however. I can summon a shield to me. But it's wise for me to actually learn how to effectively conjure it before I test it in the field, so to speak.

[wolof]

[ There's not a ripple of surprise, but a shared ripple of wonder back. ]

It's incredible, how many of us are coming into power for the first time. In my world, it's rare to have magical ability come to one not gifted, and yet it seems to touch all of us when we arrive in this world.

[ A beat.] You're wise, I think. Mastery of that might save you in a pinch, yes? One never knows when an errant spell, or weapon, could be blocked at just the right time.

[youngprodigy]

Aye, that's my thought process.

Though I have some manner of training— I can use a blade well enough— I'm primarily an engineer. At the very least, I need to know how to defend myself and others.

[deushexmachina]

I'm not averse to structural instruction, [he's choosing his words carefully, strategically,] as knowledge itself is unfettered potential.

[Not necessarily weaponized.]

[wolof]

[ Jayce you are such a soft hearted lad. ]

Quite so. I think you had theories about magic as well, yes? I'd love to see your calculations. [ A beat. ] We can share notes, in fact.

[deushexmachina]

I would like that. [His tone remains eager; he's convinced that focusing on methodology will dissuade her from any bellicose intent.] I've new theories I'd like to discuss.

not here

[dragonmount]

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not here

[wolof]

[ rand al'thor why aren't you at elf magic practice??? ]

also not here

[dragonmount]

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[recursive]

Oh! This sounds like a good idea. I'll be there!

( perhaps with some contrast to the severity of the discussion and its contents and context, this soft and definitively young voice seems eager enough. )

I'm not sure how useful of a teacher I can be with this sort of thing, but I'll do whatever I can. Also, what you were saying about methods that can make things easier to use... I already have a good handle on what I can do, but I can't say I've ever been very efficient about it. If it means I can fight longer without running out of energy, I would like to learn!

[wolof]

No? [ She sounds curious, not judging, like she's trying to weigh his capabilities. ]

I've known some who have gone for a long time on a great amount of power, which often leads to...shortcuts, or excess due. [ A beat. ] Sorry, siphoned power. How do you activate it?

[ A pause. ] All things to think about, I suppose. Efficiency is certainly a good way to win a fight of sorceries. [ She says in a tone that clearly says: I'd know. ]

[traversal]

[ oh she knows that voice! lumine's not very surprised she's offering magic lessons, considering her interest last time. ]

I don't know I'll make for a good teacher, but I've worked before with individuals with other types of elemental magic and I'm happy to volunteer for any kind of sparring practice for those who need it.

I'll reach out to a friend too if he's interested.

[wolof]

I'm sure that would be helpful, from both you and your friend. I should think that figuring out what synergies our unique magics and talents have would be rather useful, don't you think? What's better than one spellcaster, after all? Two who work well together.

[locumstudentesquire]

Your message is... Extremely well timed. I'm just coming upon some frightful new powers of my own that I would appreciate some advice on using effectively, from someone who knows this sort of thing better than I do.

[wolof]

I understand. I've found new powers myself, since arriving here, as well. I should think that we could all use some... appropriate practice, to make these new abilities work.

Have you discovered the nature of your new... frightful powers? [ It's not quite mocking, but she's curious what he thinks is so scary about them. ]

[superbshot]

[Ah hey! It's that really nice lady.]

I'd love to work with you on this, Akua. That would be incredibly helpful.

[wolof]

[ Akua sounds just as pleased to hear from Caitlyn. ]

Oh, of course. If I remember right, you manifested powers when you arrived here, yes? I would very much enjoy to see your powers at work.

[inutilis]

...Hm.

Hm, hm. None of this lovely message manages to touch upon the bit about individuals who may or may not owe other individuals certain beverages that may be alcoholic in nature... No-- that surely isn't right! Mm, perhaps I merely tuned in late and missed it...?

[wolof]

[ A laugh. ]

Silly me, I got so caught up in important work, I forgot to take a break, I suppose. I do owe you that bottle, don't I?