Arcanum University

History and Culture

The Arcanum University was founded by Saint Alaria of Apsidos in 164 PS, a powerful wizard who believed that magic should be used for good. Alaria was known for her wisdom and compassion, and she wanted to create a place where students could learn to use their powers responsibly. The Arcanum University is a highly prestigious institution, and it attracts students from all over the continent. The university is known for its rigorous academics and its commitment to excellence. The Arcanum University has a rich culture and tradition. Students are expected to adhere to a strict code of conduct, and they are taught to respect their fellow students and their teachers. The Arcanum University is also a center for research and innovation. The university's faculty are constantly working to develop new spells and magical techniques.

Academics

The Arcanum University offers a variety of courses in the different schools of magic, including evocation, illusion, abjuration, conjuration, enchantment, divination, and necromancy. Students begin with three years of basic training, where they learn the fundamentals of magic. After basic training, students can choose to specialize in a particular school of magic. Specialization is reserved for wizards, who have the intellect and will needed for this type of education. Sorcerers and other inherent magic users tend to only finish the basic education, or not attend the university at all. The Arcanum University also offers a variety of elective courses, such as history of magic, magical theory, and magical ethics.

Student Life

Students at the Arcanum University are divided into classes and are taught by proctors. Proctors are experienced wizards who specialize in a particular field of magic. Basic training students, or "novices", are dressed in grey uniforms. Specializing students are dressed in a color matching their school of magic. For example, evocation students wear red, illusion students purple, etc. Students at the Arcanum University are expected to study hard and to adhere to a strict code of conduct. However, they are also encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities and to socialize with their classmates. The Arcanum University has a variety of student clubs and organizations, including a dueling club, a magical research society, and a student government.

Faculty

The faculty at the Arcanum University are some of the most knowledgeable and experienced wizards in the world. They are dedicated to teaching their students and helping them to reach their full potential. The faculty at the Arcanum University are also involved in a variety of research projects. They are constantly working to develop new spells and magical techniques, and to expand the understanding of magic.


There are currently three poleis that host an Arcanum University: Rafekia, Pharaki, and Itomenion.

Two novices of the university

Type

Educational, School/Academy