Colors of Magic, Their Meanings, and Why They Manifest

Colors represent the general kind of magic being used.

Magic Classifications You May Encounter

This isn't a complete listing, but enough to get you started and watching for who uses what type.

Blue

natural magic

Puse green

corrupted magic

Yellow

tech infused magic

Manifestation

When magic is performed there's a loss of energy as the flow of ki goes from potential energy to being used for a spell. It manifests as a display of glowing light and hot sparks. A magic user's body and magic utensils (such as Ofuda) aren't perfect conduits for the ki, resulting in a ki-based friction. The concept is similar to the effect of light and heat given off from a body falling from orbit.
The more pure the body or substance, the less burn off occurs. This varies with the user's ability and amount of ki utilized. Those born with the natural ability have less bodily resistance, but tend to use more ki. Those born without the natural ability have less ki available, but must use the word or a tool such as ofuda.
The light and heat generated varies. Often the more talented the mage, the more spectacular the light show.
Studies to minimize the loss of ki have been marginally helpful at best.

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Type

Metaphysical, Arcane

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