Cycle Of Magic
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| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Cycle Of Magic |
| Stages | Source → Conduit → Power → Waste |
| Purpose | Describes the complete use-and-recovery path of mana |
| System | Governed by the Ley Lines |
Overview
The Cycle Of Magic, also called the Circle Of Magic, is the four-stage model describing how mana enters the world, is used, becomes an effect and returns as waste.
It applies to more than spellcasting: living organisms and ecosystems also act as conduits for mana.
The Four Stages
| Stage | Function |
|---|---|
| Source | Mana is dispersed into the world. |
| Conduit | A living system or mage takes in and processes mana. |
| Power | The active result, including a spell or Expression. |
| Waste | The empty entropic carrier remaining after use. |
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