Elementalism
Elementalism, also known as primalism, is a magical tradition that focuses on controlling the primal elemental energies of the world - fire, earth, water, air. While it is a much more restricted study of magic than many other traditions, such as Arcanum, it is hard to deny the power of a master elementalist.
The strongest practitioners tend to master several elements, but most focus on a single area of study, allowing them full control over their chosen element - whether it be summoning flames hot enough to melt stone, holding back the waves of water from a typhoon, or pushing a ship against the wind.
Execution
Elementalism is unique among magical traditions, as it often requires very little understanding of how magic functions. Instead of focusing on controlling the elements and binding them to their own will, elementalists believe the best way to cast spells is to welcome the primal energies of the world into themselves. By becoming an extension of the elements, manipulating them becomes no different than what the element normally wants to do.
Elementalism requires no components, materials, or special devices. It relies heavily on the physical strength of the spellcaster, resembling a martial art in many ways.
Pyromancy
Everything is temporary. Cherish what exists, for one day it will be transformed into something new.Fire elementalists, also known as pyromancers, tend to embrace ordered chaos. Though fire will destroy everything it touches if left on its own, but it can be controlled and used for great good. The stubborn or sentimental rarely become pyromancers. Due to the nature of fire, and the mentality of many pyromancers, they tend to be seen as a force of change and destruction - whether for good or evil. Many rulers over the centuries have learned to fear when many new pyromancers are starting to pop up in their territories.
Hydromancy
One droplet of water is powerless. But together, we will become a great storm.Water elementalists, also known as hydromancers, tend to value cooperation and persistence. A single drop of water cannot achieve much on its own, but alongside its allies and given time, they can carve even stone into submitting to their will. The proud and vain rarely find success as hydromancers. Hydromancers tend to be some of the more popular types of elementalists in any given culture. They tend to be flexible and find the least disruptive methods of achieving their goals. In some places, they have a reputation as both spies and politicians.
Aeromancy
Nothing can stop the wind from blowing. They may decide our course, but never our fate.Air elementalists, also known as aeromancers, tend to value freedom and travel. Many travel as diplomats, explorers, and rarely stay tied down by tradition. Those who cannot find true fulfillment in the journey rather than the plan tend to have trouble learning aeromancy. It tends to be one of the more hit or miss forms of elementalism - either you pick it up immediately, or you will never learn it. Aeromancers are valued companions on ships, where they control the winds to power sails.
Terramancy
There is great power in knowing who you are. To know yourself is to understand your past and future.Earth elementalists, also known as terramancers, tend to value stability and order. Those who cannot make a decision and stand by it will always fail as a terramancer. They are generally seen as slow to make a decision, but reliable. Some terramancers have found good work as architects, and soldiers who can quickly form barricades and battlements.
Participants
While most people can become elementalists with the proper dedication, not every person can master every element. Most are drawn to a particular element that matches their personality and comes easiest to them. In some cases there may be two elements that an individual strongly identifies with - but it is quite rare for anyone to master even more.
Elementalists tend to be trained by those who have mastered the same element as they are attempting to learn. There are many great lines of mentors and students from a strong history of elementalists in the Southern Corridor.
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