Theories about the Old Ones

Given the rarity of true magic. Many people, even those who believe in Celestism, do not believe that there are people walking among mortals who are magical and other simply think the Old Ones are not real. This contributes to a stereotype of Clansfolk being superstitious.

The most common opinion held by outsiders of the Time Clan is that the Old One's names are titles or roles, passed down through generations when as a symbolic gesture. Some belief the titles are inherited, but others maintain that it is merit based. appearances and that they are all actually changelings. 

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The official story in Desite and Melsons is that the Old Ones are actually sophisticated golems, rare creatures made from clay or metal in their folklore.