Incantation

Incantation, the term for verbally casting a spell, is the signature ability of the Order of Witches. The use of words to channel magick is ancient and is rather handy. However, complex spellwork may require more than just Incantation to bring about the desired effect. 
== Facts: ==
-Any experienced Witch with only a handful of memorized spells can be quite deadly thanks to the power of Incantation. Enemies experienced in fighting Witches have learned that often the best way to defeat Witches is to somehow rob them of their ability to speak. Whether through pepper-spray, spells to rob them of their voice, or a brute punch to the throat, knocking out a Witch's ability to speak will immediately rob them of one of their most potent means of magick use.
-Words have meaning. They are symbolic forms of raw data and their connection to magick is through the sharing of substance between a magick user and the Mysterious Powers. A common idea today is that the wording of spells does not matter, however this is erroneous. While the exact wording of spells can be changed without ill effect, the meaning must be the same. Also, some powers drawn upon by Witches are demanding and so spells will only work if they are said in the right language, or even the right inflection and accent? 
-The truly experienced and talented among Witches can cast spells without speaking them out loud. Most Witches can cast basic spells under their breath, making it harder to spot them in a crowd or during a fight. 
-For Incantation to work, a Witch's mind must be focused. Disorientation of any kind can make the spell fail. Or worse, they can suffer a Botch.
Category:Magick