Magicians

Three witches' conjuring of an apparition

A **magician** is a person with the knowledge and power to affect change by supernatural means. A cunning person can be either female or male, as they connect themselves with the elements and forces of nature in order to practice magic.

## Description

Humans who practice magical powers are called "magicians". While the origin of magic remains a mystery, it is known that magicians have existed for many centuries, passing down their knowledge and skills through generations of family lines. Contrary to popular belief, not all magicians receive their magic from demons, nor do they worship the devil. Some magicians, especially Wiccans, receive their magic from nature and may practice their power however they see fit.

## Magic

Magic is the power to affect change by supernatural means. Magic can often be split into black and white, though depending on the situation, may also be neutral. All humans are connected to this power and may access it through practice and training. Whilst everyone has the ability to cast spells and perform other feats of magic, witches generally have more knowledge over the mystical energy and supernatural forces that permeates the entire universe. It is also likely that some individuals have a greater connection to magical forces and therefore more affinity with magic.

### Black Magic

Black Magic (or Dark Magic) is a form of sorcery that draws on malevolent energy, and may be used for negative purposes (e.g. to cause destruction or misfortune, to injure or kill, or for the profit of oneself rather than for the benefit of others.) In popular usage, the term "black magic" is often used to describe any form of sorcery that is used negatively.

### White Magic

White Magic (or Light Magic) is a form of sorcery that draws on benevolent powers, and may be used for positive purposes that deliberately causes help in some way (e.g. to cure or protect, to improve or restore, or for the benefit of others rather than for the profit of oneself.) In popular usage, the term "white magic" is often used to describe any form of sorcery that is used positively.

## Coven

A coven is a community of witches who commonly gather together for celebrations of holidays, ceremonies of worship, practices of witchcraft, and more. All covens must have at least one or two leaders, known as the High Priest and/or High Priestess. These magicians are accountable for a number a different responsibilities, such as creating the laws of their coven that every member must abide. According to Silas, each coven has its own set of laws and punishments created by the leader(s) of that group.

## Powers and Abilities

A nagician's power is not only dependent on the source of their magic, but also on their knowledge and training in witchcraft. For example, although magicians who obtain their power from higher beings (Contractors) are generally more powerful than magicians who obtain their power from study (Students), if a magicians does not have much experience in witchcraft, they can be easily subdued. Furthermore, while some magicians have been known to provide laws for their coven and themselves, other magicians, such as Silas and Adam Nakos, have shown more leniency in regard to their power, and have demonstrated extraordinary feats without fear or concern for possible consequences.