Mysticism

## Description

The school of Mysticism is closely connected to spells which have to do with the manipulation of raw magical energy. Such spells may be used to absorb, reflect, dispel magic or even sense life. When dedication to the school has finally borne fruit and one achieves mastery of such spells, they can even use the energy of a lesser soul (usually an animal’s soul), thus boosting their own magical abilities.

The school of Mysticism is primarily taught in the circles of Rivain, with the possibility of someone getting introduced to it in any other place being slim.

## Limits

* Only the circles in Rivain teach it
* Only a master can drain a soul
* It is impossible to drain the soul of an advanced being (Human, elf, dwarf, dragon etc)
* One needs to achieve internal serenity in order to advance in the School of Mysticism
* A mage with a quick temper and an attitude is difficult (if not impossible) to be trained in the ways of Mysticism.

## Origins

The exact origins of the school are unknown, however, rumor has it that it was created by a group of Force Mages in one of the circles in Rivain. It is said that they experimented with magic reflection and later absorption, a fact which led them to the creation of more spells and the School of Mysticism.

The School of Mysticism was named as such due to the fact that, in the past, there was the belief that a mage needed to be communicating with the Maker himself, to learn the ways of the School. Nowadays, it is known that there is no truth in such beliefs, however, the mages dabbling in Mysticism need to be characterized by internal serenity.

## Precepts and how they are taught

It is formally being taught in Rivain but it is not impossible for a mage to learn it somewhere outside of its borders. The possibilities remain slim however. When it comes to teaching Mystic spells, it is an absolutely necessary requirement for the mage to have internal peace and serenity. This practically means that Mystic mages need to have composure while being free of any struggles or conflict. It is a rare sight to see a Mystic with an attitude and quick temper.

It is difficult to learn the ways of Mysticism otherwise.

## Abilities and Spell Trees

* Magic Manipulation
	+ Absorb Spell (the mage absorbs the spell which is being cast against them, avoiding the attack)
	+ Reflect Spell (The mage reflects the spell on their attacker)
	+ Dispel Magic

* Tree of Life
	+ Detect lesser life (lesser as for animals or generally lower beings)
	+ Detect life (The mage can detect the presence of advanced beings like humans, elves etc.)
	+ Concealment (when casting this spell, the Mystic shields his mind and becomes undetectable to enemies who might be looking for him using magic)

* Energy Tree (Only a Master may cast these spells)
	+ Drain soul (The Mystic drains the soul of a lesser being (usually an animal) and uses the energy to his advantage, enhancing his magical ability in this way).
	+ Sacrifice (When casting this spell, the mage drains his own energy in an attempt to boost his magic. It leaves the Mystic weakened and he needs time to recover. If not careful when casting, one can cause his own death)