And another Otis post down the hatch. Truly the most well-adjusted student on campus. Best roommate too, giving Davil the ability to choose even after such a massive, life-endangering fuck up!

@Nanaya Gimme a few to catch up. Thank you all for being so patient by the way.

EDIT: Done. Perhaps the first moment of quietly unhinged words from Hilde.

Right was wondering, Nanaya. So far, most of us have been doing essence hijinks without incantations to begin with, but the advantage of an overcharged key line is, in fact, incantatonless spellcasting. Is that something to observe going forwards? And since it’s primal, I’m guessing that “speak incantations in reverse” thing will keep going as well?

Right was wondering, Nanaya. So far, most of us have been doing essence hijinks without incantations to begin with, but the advantage of an overcharged key line is, in fact, incantatonless spellcasting. Is that something to observe going forwards? And since it’s primal, I’m guessing that “speak incantations in reverse” thing will keep going as well?

Yeah, the main difference is in separating essence manipulation from spellcasting. Spellcasting is specific learned applications of essence that are categorized under the term of 'spell' as a shorthand, while essence manipulation is a more freeform exchange of essence. Spells are more convenient when on demand in an immediate moment, but more restricted in what they can accomplish by requiring specific combinations of incantations, motions and emotional/conceptual/elemental essence to accomplish. Essence manipulation differs in that it doesn't require incantations or any specific motions - other than the need to physically direct it in some cases - but it takes longer to manifest as a result of not having those additional guidelines to speed up the process. I'll be writing more on the specifics of this in the lore page when I get the chance to, as well.

What Iraleth did to mend Davil's ribs, for example, would fall closer to essence manipulation - a freeform application channeling the conceptual essence of mending rather than a specific spell. A healing spell appropriate for the task would accomplish that in an instant, whereas it was a longer process through manipulation in exchange for not requiring any words or specific gestures to achieve it.

And yeah, the "cast in reverse" effect would be in play here, for spells that aren't from the primal conduit. Going forward while in this area, characters would find their spells failing unless they're either a primal caster or that they speak their spells backwards; though not every character would necessarily know this right away, depending on their knowledge of leylines or the primal conduit. Ethos activation phrases would still work normally, though.

Damn, you're so good at world building Nanaya.

So would Personal Barrier classify as a spell or a manipulation?

Sorry for the redundanct question.

Damn, you're so good at world building Nanaya.

So would Personal Barrier classify as a spell or a manipulation?

Sorry for the redundanct question.

It would count as manipulation, for the standard ones being taught. Though some teachings would try to optimize their PBs by turning them into spells with additional added benefits, those variants would also come with rules and restrictions that make them less versatile than building one through pure manipulation.

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It would count as manipulation, for the standard ones being taught. Though some teachings would try to optimize their PBs by turning them into spells with additional added benefits, those variants would also come with rules and restrictions that make them less versatile than building one through pure manipulation.

I figured as much. There wasn't any real incantation of the sort for it.

Gonna edit my post. Originally I had Chunji use his personal barrier as a shield for Davil.

Also proceeding on, do you want me to request information whenever Chunji uses his Ethos?

Like in this scenario, Chunji is using his ethos to locate the mannequins. Should I ask for more information such as where they are, so I can detail it in my post?

I think if you’re okay with waiting for me to respond OOC here before you’re able to make posts using his Ethos to find things, then sure. I’m good for it either way.

As for locations, Chunji would currently find a mannekin roughly 20 meters northwest crouching partially behind some bushes and trees, and another northeast 30 meters, perched on a tree branch. Both would be wielding bows.

Three more would be slowly marching from directly north towards the group wielding spears, about 35 meters away. Finally, just behind them, two other mannekin would appear to be engaging in conversation but not moving with the rest. One would be wielding an axe, and the other has a sword sheathed at their side. All appear to be sparring weaponry, however.

Sure! That sound good. I think I'm posting too fast and I need to wait others to respond as well.

Sorry for any trouble I've caused.

Cut off your left arm and kowtow a thousand times for your disrespect, junior.

Cut off your left arm and kowtow a thousand times for your disrespect, junior.

This junior shall pay for insolence with his life.

Nah, no trouble. I’m always good to answer questions, I’m just not sure when I’m available to do so if you really wanted to get a post in and I’m not around to confirm something.

Otis yapping completed.

Hey heads up, if I get bad news tomorrow y'all might have to skip me Again. A city I've got a sizeable amount of family in has been bombed and I can't call my family on account of it is 2 AM there right now, so I need to check in for tomorrow. It wasn't huge casualty wise afaik but I know someone who lost everyone but the baby boy in one family so I'm on edge.

Sorry for being middle eastern on main but I figured in the worst case scenario better to warn now rather than after I'm done mourning.

@Sifr You don't need to apologize for anything. I've been watching the situation closely on my end and I hope your family is okay.

Oh god, that's horrifying. Don't worry about RPs if that sort of stuff is happening, only post when you're comfortable. Hope things turn out alright over there.

@Estylwen Probably the wrong situation on mind (I'm Kurdish, not Palestinian), but I appreciate it nonetheless.

@Nanaya Thank you. It'll probably be fine. I'm hoping it's fine. Shit like this just kinda happens and sometimes it's fine and sometimes it's not and there's not much you can do about it.

@Sifr

Yeah, take your time. I hope things get better for you.

Here's to hoping your family's safe, Sifr.

Everyone is fine thankfully. I can't make a post today but I'll try to have one tomorrow.
Sorry for the scare.