Elemental Magic

**Elemental Magic** is an extremely powerful branch of magic that involves utilizing magic to control the elemental forces of nature. Users of this magic were known as Elementalists with the power to usually control one specific element, for it requires immense prowess and understanding of the natural world. However, Elementalists don't need to focus on just one element nor are they require one specific element as magic users often choose others or all the elements to control, even if they specify in a specific area.

## Description

### Overview

Elemental Magic is a form of mystical practice that involves the manipulation and control of the fundamental forces of nature, commonly associated with the classical elements — earth, water, air, and fire. Practitioners of Elemental Magic draw upon the inherent energies and essences of these elements to perform a variety of magical feats. Additionally, some systems of Elemental Magic may include other elements like ice or metal. Elementalists, as wielders of this ancient art, are attuned to the very essence of the natural world, calling upon the primal forces to shape the natural world itself.

### Nature

Elemental Magic taps into the primordial energies that underpin creation. Each element possesses distinct magical qualities, and Elementalists draw upon these energies to cast spells, create effects, and influence the physical world. The magic is an intricate dance with nature, requiring a deep understanding of the elements and their interconnectedness.

Manipulating the elements involves channeling energies from the chosen element and directing them toward a specific purpose. This control can be achieved using various means, including spoken incantations, hand gestures, and a deep connection with the elemental forces. The focus is on harmonizing with the chosen element and coaxing it to respond to the caster's will.

### Effects on the Natural World

Practitioners of Elemental Magic have the ability to influence and manipulate the natural world. Their spells can cause changes in the environment, from summoning storms and controlling the elements to shaping landscapes or even altering the temperature. The effects can be both subtle and grand, ranging from a gentle breeze to cataclysmic events, depending on the skill and intent of the caster.

Elemental Magic carries inherent responsibilities, and ethical considerations are paramount. Elementalists are stewards of the natural order, urged to wield their powers judiciously. Imbalances in elemental usage can lead to ecological disruptions, affecting ecosystems and communities. Elemental Magic traditions instill a sense of reverence for nature, encouraging practitioners to act as guardians rather than heedless manipulators.

## Primal Sources

The most powerful form of Elemental Magic revolves around the Primal Sources, immensely ancient entities of the natural world: the Sun, Moon, the Stars, Sky, and the Ocean. All practices of elemental-based magic initially originated comes from and draws upon these six Primal Sources. Faeries and various other magical creatures were born with a natural connection to one of the Primal Sources, and as such, possesses abilities reflective of that source. In some cases, such as specific types of dragons and elves, come in six different races for each of the six Primal Sources.

Each Primal Source has a unique nature and therefore so do the spells that a mage can cast by drawing upon different sources; for example, drawing from the magic of the Sky Primal allows a mage to cast wind and thunderstorm spells. Furthermore, while the energy of the Primal Sources is everywhere, it can be stronger or weaker at certain times or under certain circumstances, depending on how readily available the Primal Source is in the surrounding area. For example, in an underground cavern, Earth magic would be stronger, but Moon magic would be weaker as the moonlight cannot reach there. Naturally, there are certain circumstances where each Primal Source is at its strongest. Additionally, each Primal Source has a nexus, a location in the world where the magic of a certain Primal Source is at its purest and most powerful.

### Arcanum

The connection to a Primal Source is called an arcanum, described by Lujanne as "the secret of the Primal, or its meaning." Each of the six Primal Sources has one. The understanding of that secret becomes a "spark", the smallest flicker of a Primal Source deep inside one's very being, but enough to forge an unbreakable connection with the Primal Source itself, allowing one to access its power and ignite the world with its magic. It is impossible to use primal magic without it. The arcana are known to be incredibly abstract and difficult to understand, not easily put into words; that is why, until Callum figured out the Sky arcanum, humans were said to never have been able to cast primal magic without the aid of a Primal Stone, which provides the holder with primal energy, serving as a kind of substitute for the arcanum. While all magical creatures are connected to a Primal Source, not all of them share the same deep connection with an arcanum, which affects their usage of magic. As such, those who have established a deep connection to their arcanum have the possibility to master it

#### The Earth

Earth magic draws on the power and energy within the land itself, embodying the enduring strength of stone and the vibrant energy of new life. This source is at its strongest deep underground or in the heart of a forest. Its arcanum is centered around resilience, fortitude, patience, and harmony with nature. Earth magic comes from two major domains: the stone, minerals, crystals, and gems of the land, as well as the flora and fauna of the living world. It is weaker at sea, though even pebbles hold a part of this source. The Earth is associated with strength, endurance, healing, stubbornness, growth, deep history, balance.

Creatures connected to the Earth Primal, such as Earthblood Elves and Earth Dragons, are patient, sometimes stubborn, and care deeply about the history and balance of the natural world. Earth mages can be kind and patient gardeners or wild and feral wanderers.

#### The Moon

Moon magic draws on the spirit and energy of the Moon. The Moon is cyclical in its strength, relating directly to the lunar phases. This source is at its strongest during a full moon, and its arcanum is understanding the true nature of the relationship between appearances and reality. Most people believe that reality in itself is the only truth and that appearances are deceiving. However, those who know the Moon arcanum are aware that you can only truly know the appearance itself, and that you can never touch the so-called reality that lies beyond the reach of your own perception. Moon magic deals in creating illusions, concealment spells, and connections with spirits and the veil between life and death. It is not as strong during the daytime. The Moon is associated with illusion, manipulation, love, death, charm, reflection, privacy, appearances, depth, duality, and secrets.

Some Moon mages are illusionists, using their powers to befuddle and confuse their enemies' senses. Simple illusion spells can fool the eyes and ears, but more powerful illusions can mimic even taste or touch. Moon mages can also conjure flickers of the past or put restless spirits to rest. Moon mages understand that all shadows are born of light, and to reach for light is to cast a shadow.

Creatures connected to the Moon Primal, such as Moonshadow Elves and Moon Dragons, can be private and secretive, and are keenly aware of the power of appearances.

#### The Ocean

Ocean magic draws on the depths of the oceans and tides, and its power connects through rivers and lakes that flow back to it. This source is at its strongest during high tide and inside bodies of water, and also strengthens during rainfall. Its arcanum is understanding that one is not in control, that there are things that can never be controlled, and finding calm amongst constant change, understanding the innate qualities of water—transformation, fluidity, and adaptability. Besides water spells, it also includes ice spells, which are dynamic and forceful in nature, reaching everywhere and anywhere. While deserts and underground caverns do not provide ideal circumstances to cast Ocean magic, only a single drop of water is said to be needed to make use of the source. The Ocean is associated with flexibility, transformation, flow, surface-level vs depth, navigation, and awareness.

Creatures connected to the Ocean Primal, such as Tidebound Elves and Ocean Dragons, often forge strong connections to others, and can have hidden depths. Ocean mages can reflect the nature of their home: A Swamp mage and a River mage would look different, though they both connect to the same Primal Source.

#### The Sky

Sky magic draws on the vast sky, the energy and movement of the winds, and the power of thunderstorms. This source is at its strongest during a storm and at high altitudes, and its arcanum is understanding that the sky is surrounding you everywhere and that you are within it, as well as part of it, taking it into you with every breath you take. As such, the arcanum requires someone to understand that they do not require wings to conquer the Sky arcanum, but that they themselves are the wing carried by the Primal. The Sky is associated with lightness, quickness, agility, cleverness, vision, potential, freedom, perspective, and clarity of vision.

Sky magic is sometimes called "weather magic", though it is more than that. While Sky mages can summon wind, lightning, ice, or shrouding fog, their power is not limited to the weather. It also includes magic that helps one breathe at high altitudes, and a talented Sky mage can magically enhance their movement, allowing bursts of speed and leaps of great length. Even with limited physical training, a Sky mage can learn to perform feats of incredible agility, making them excellent acrobats, dancers, and sometimes thieves. The most powerful among Sky mages can transform their own arms into wings, giving them the ability to fly.

Creatures connected to the Sky Primal, such as Skywing Elves and Sky Dragons, are typically quick and clever and prize the freedom to make their own choices in life

#### The Stars

Star magic draws on the vast and timeless power of the cosmos. According to Perseus, Star-based magic might be the most powerful type of elemental magic. Little is understood about star-based magic, and the study of the Stars is difficult by the scarcity of magical creatures connected to them, such as Startouch Elves, Star Dragons, Cuddlemonkeys, and unicorns. It's unknown when this source is at its strongest. The Stars are associated with vision, truth, intelligence, otherworldly, reality-altering, timelessness, mystery, destiny, and wishes.

Star magic is sometimes called "celestial magic" or "cosmic magic", as it involves divination, cosmic vision, and seeing into the "beyond". Star mages are extremely rare - only one Star mage may be born in generations. No other creatures except Startouch Elves have understood the Star arcanum, and unlike with other Primal Sources, human mages have exhausted themselves by just trying to express the concept in words. The symbol of the Stars can be found in random ancient ruins across Xadia, perhaps hinting at some connection long forgotten. The Stars is the only Primal Source not confirmed to have an Archdragon connected to it.

#### The Sun

Sun magic draws from the heat and energy of the Sun. This source is at its strongest when the sun is at its highest during noon. Its arcanum comes with a furious, positive energy, though also manifests through strong emotions like anger, fear, or grief. Sun magic has a dual nature: it can conjure spells of light, growth, nurturing, and transformation — or it can call upon fire, heat, and destruction. It is weaker in the dead of night, but wherever there is light, the Sun Primal can be invoked; even the dim light of a single candle's flame would be enough to call upon it and bring forth its light and warmth. The Sun is associated with energy, teaching, truth, fury, warmth, honesty, intensity, charisma, leadership, optimism, revealing, and guiding light.

Sun mages can learn to master light and fire through strength of will, and some of the most powerful can use the light to heal and purify or banish sickness and decay. They project a very positive energy overall and believe it is their mission to bring more light and hope into the world. However, they must maintain diligent control of their emotions and impulses.

Creatures connected to the Sun Primal, such as Sunfire Elves and Sun Dragons, are often intense and charismatic and make natural leaders.

### Primal Mages

With primal mages, the source that the mage draws from determines the type of spells they can cast. Casting a primal magic spell requires primal energy, either from the Primal Source itself, or by wielding a magical artifact of some kind, such as a Primal Stones or magic gems, usually mounted into a staff. It also involves drawing a rune in midair and speaking an incantation in Ancient Draconic. Notably, if a mage is mute, then they can use sign language to recite a Draconic incantation instead of triggering the spell verbally. Depending on their primal connection, mages serve different roles. For instance, according to Rayla, Moon mages are illusionists, while Sky mages can be acrobats, dancers, or thieves.

Experienced mages, known as "rune mages", can cast spells without the need for a magical artifact, though not all elves reach this level of skill and have to spend years cultivating a deep connection with their respective arcana, as well as honing their magic, which includes practicing proper casting of runes and Ancient Draconic incantations. This knowledge permits them to not only cast spells, but to channel primal energy in order to perform magical feats, such as illusions, super strength, or flight.

Those who have achieved the deepest possible connection with a certain arcanum and have mastered their potential as primal mages are referred to as "Archmages". A notable Archmage is Aaravos, a Startouch Elf, due to his ability to cast magic of all six Primal Sources, as well as dark magic. It is currently unclear how he acquired these powers.

## Storm Magicians

*Main article: Storm Magic*
Storm magicians are Elementalists that specialize in the chaotic elements which include lightning, sandstorms, storm clouds, tornadoes/hurricanes, and other kinds of storms, and is manifested through Chaos Magic. Aside from the weather, Storm Magicians are capable of manipulating other elements solely based upon destructive and chaotic power, taking a great level of control and mastery to utilize elemental abilities found within traditional Elementalists.

## Known Elementalists

### All Elements

* Gaea
* Some Old Gods may have control over specific elements
* Arion
* Perseus Lykaios (with and without spells)
* Daphne
* Users of the Helmet of Fate
	+ Nabu
	+ Kent Nelson
	+ Khalid Nassour
* Albus Dumbledore (limited)
* Richter Belmont
* Scarlet Witch
* Sypha Belnades (limited)
* Zatanna Zatara (limited)
* Valtor using the Spell of the Elements
* Diana

### Water Elementalists

* Aqualad
* Aquarius
* Pisces
* Kadaver
* Aquaman via the Ocean Primal
* Tempest
* Mera
* Tidebound Elves
* Aisha

### Earth Elementalists

* Stoney
* Michel Desjardins
* Earthblood Elves
* Annette
* Flora (plants and earth)

### Air Elementalists

* Skybound Elves
* Zephaniah
* Virginia Dare

### Fire Elementalists

* Witchfire
* Zia Rashid
* Bloom
* Comte de Saint-Germain

### Other

#### Storm Mages

* Stormy
* Icy (winter storms)
* Kelda
* Amos Kane

#### Light Mages

* Stella
* Luna
* Makarov Dreyer
* Leo

#### Shadow Mages

* Nox
* Darcy
* Raven

#### Lightning Elementalists

* Captain Marvel
* Kwai
* Black Adam
* Tecna (limited)
* Stormy
* Shazam

## See Also

* Aerokinesis
* Hydrokinesis
* Geokinesis
* Pyrokinesis