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ZHOUY1: Somewhat more detailed description of spiritual magic principles. Removed tidbits from deity section that were too speculative.

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Somewhat more detailed description of spiritual magic principles. Removed tidbits from deity section that were too speculative.

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	The [[Sorcerer Base]] circle is a hybrid between spiritual and [[elemental]] spheres.		The [[Sorcerer Base]] circle is a hybrid between spiritual and [[elemental]] spheres.

	== ~~Laws~~ of Spiritual Magic ==		== Theories of Spiritual Magic ==

	:''Very little official documentation has ever been released on how spiritual magic functions, so this section is highly speculative.''		:''Very little official documentation has ever been released on how spiritual magic functions, so this section is highly speculative.''

			=== The Spirit Realm ===
	Spiritual magic draws from the power that exists in the '''Spirit Realm''', which can be understood as overlapping auras emanated by powerful beings who manipulate the [[flows of essence]]. Mortals often perceive these auras as different types of light. When a spiritual caster calls upon a deity, the deity's aura becomes visible briefly as a flash of vividly colored light. Spells such as [[Searing Light]] create the most palpable physical manifestations, capable of blinding anyone who witnesses the auras directly.

			Spiritual magic draws from the power that exists in the '''Spirit Realm''', which coexists with the material world but is invisible to mortal eyes. The spirit realm is the domain of spirits and deities, most notably the [[Arkati]], who can manipulate the [[flows of essence]] on a far deeper level than what can be accomplished through [[elemental magic]]. Spiritualists forge bonds with these spirits and deities through worship, then call upon them when working magic, using their own bodies as conduits of divine power.
	The most widely known deities of Elanthia are the [[Arkati]], but there are also many local deities such as [[Aeia]]. Deities have innate power on their own, but also gain additional power from one of several ways.

			Certain feats of magic like resurrection are only possible through spiritualism. While elementalism and sorcery can animate a corpse and even make it subservient to its original will, such a construct would only be a golem within its own body without the spark of essence that deities can give.
⚫	The most commonly understood source of divine power is direct worship~~, and it is how most minor deities first become divine~~. As a ~~being~~ gathers worshippers, it is able to project more power ~~through the spirit realm~~.

			At the same time, spiritual magic is limited by what the deity is willing to do, so a spiritualist cannot perform magic that is against their deity's nature.
⚫	Deities also derive power from actions that affect their specific domain. For example, [[Imaera]]'s domain is that of life, growth, and harvest, and she becomes more powerful as living things spread through Elanthia. Conversely, her power is diminished whenever there is destruction of life and habitat on a grand scale beyond life's normal cycles. Likewise, [[Sheru]]'s domain is that of terror and nightmares, and he becomes stronger whenever lesser beings are overcome with fear. Some deities are so deeply projected onto their domain that they never require anything of their worshippers: [[Gosaena]], for example, derives power from death itself, which happens inevitably regardless of mortal actions.

			=== Deities ===
⚫	Finally, a deity can take direct action in the pursuit of power. [[Luukos]] often prowls battlefields, devouring souls of the dead for himself. He is opposed by [[Lorminstra]], who derives power from souls passing through the [[Ebon Gate (gate)\|Ebon Gate]]. In this, Luukos and Lorminstra can be understood in a sense as competing soul engines, each powered by a stream of souls denied to the other. Direct actions are seldom the sole source of a deity's power: Luukos has as well the domain of Deceit, and Lorminstra of Winter and Deliverance, from which they can draw power separately.

		⚫	The most commonly understood source of divine power is direct worship. As a deity gathers more worshippers, it is able to project more power.

		⚫	Deities also derive power from actions that affect their specific domain. For example, [[Imaera]]'s domain is that of life, growth, and harvest, and she becomes more powerful as living things spread through Elanthia. Conversely, her power is diminished whenever there is destruction of life and habitat on a grand scale beyond life's normal cycles. Likewise, [[Sheru]]'s domain is that of terror and nightmares, and he becomes stronger whenever lesser beings are overcome with fear.

		⚫	Finally, a deity can take direct action in the pursuit of power. [[Luukos]] often prowls battlefields, devouring souls of the dead for himself. He is opposed by [[Lorminstra]], who derives power from souls passing through the [[Ebon Gate (gate)\|Ebon Gate]].

	Apart from the deities, demonic power is also a source of spiritual magic, since demons have a distinct presence in the spirit realm when they are drawn into Elanthia. It is possible to make a pact with a demon to gain its power, often in return for a sacrifice of some kind.		Apart from the deities, demonic power is also a source of spiritual magic, since demons have a distinct presence in the spirit realm when they are drawn into Elanthia. It is possible to make a pact with a demon to gain its power, often in return for a sacrifice of some kind.

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 [[Spiritual magic]] is the [[sphere]] of magic which harnesses the power of the [[Arkati|deities]] of Elanthia. Spiritual magic wielders shape the inherent power of various deities to perform their magic, typically without direct influence from the higher force.
-The following professions have access to spiritual magic:
+The following spell circles are purely spiritual magic:
 == Behind the scenes ==

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	~~'''~~Spiritual magic~~'''~~ is the [[sphere]] of [[magic]] which harnesses the power of the [[Arkati]], ~~and other lesser~~ ~~spirits~~. Spiritual magic wielders shape the inherent power of various deities to perform their magic, typically without direct influence from the higher force. ~~Spiritual magic is the most prolific type; practied by 5/8 of the magical [[profession]]s. Weapons imbued with certain spiritual magic can have especially devastating effects on the [[undead]].~~		[[Spiritual magic]] is the [[sphere]] of magic which harnesses the power of the [[Arkati\|deities]] of Elanthia. Spiritual magic wielders shape the inherent power of various deities to perform their magic, typically without direct influence from the higher force.

	The following professions have access to spiritual magic:		The following professions have access to spiritual magic:
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	*[[Monk]]s, [[Rogue]]s, and [[Warrior]]s, are all [[square]] professions able to learn spells in the Minor Spiritual circle.		*[[Monk]]s, [[Rogue]]s, and [[Warrior]]s, are all [[square]] professions able to learn spells in the Minor Spiritual circle.

			== Behind the scenes ==

			Spiritual magic was known as Channeling in the [[ICE age]]. Channeling users did not cast spells directly, but instead "channelled" the power of their deity within a [[sphere of emanation]]. Greater deities could project their power across the entire world, but local deities could only affect a limited region, outside of which their channellers would be powerless.
	==See Also==

	*[[Spiritual Lore]]
			In Gemstone IV, it is not explicitly stated whether the restrictions of choosing a deity and remaining within their sphere of emanation are still in effect.

	[[Category:Theory of Magic]]		[[Category:Theory of Magic]]

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	*[[Spiritual Lore]]		*[[Spiritual Lore]]

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	*[[Paladin]]s are also exclusively spiritual magic users, though they are [[semi]]s. Their [[Paladin Base]] draws heavily on their spiritual connectivity, and they also have access to the Minor Spiritual spell circle.		*[[Paladin]]s are also exclusively spiritual magic users, though they are [[semi]]s. Their [[Paladin Base]] draws heavily on their spiritual connectivity, and they also have access to the Minor Spiritual spell circle.
	*[[Ranger]]s are another semi profession with exclusively spiritual magic. Their [[Ranger Base]] spell circle is spiritually powered, and they also have access to the Minor Spiritual circle.		*[[Ranger]]s are another semi profession with exclusively spiritual magic. Their [[Ranger Base]] spell circle is spiritually powered, and they also have access to the Minor Spiritual circle.
	*[[Empath]]s, though spiritual/[[Mental magic\|mental]] [[hybrid]]s, possess access to both Major, and Minor Spiritual spell circles.		*[[Empath]]s, though spiritual/[[Mental magic\|mental]] [[Hybrid profession\|hybrid]]s, possess access to both Major, and Minor Spiritual spell circles.
	*[[Sorcerer]]s are also hybrid users of spiritual magic. Their [[Sorcerer Base]] circle is a hybrid of [[Elemental magic\|elemental]], and spiritual magic. They also have access to the Minor Spiritual spell circle.		*[[Sorcerer]]s are also hybrid users of spiritual magic. Their [[Sorcerer Base]] circle is a hybrid of [[Elemental magic\|elemental]], and spiritual magic. They also have access to the Minor Spiritual spell circle.
	*[[Monk]]s, [[Rogue]]s, and [[Warrior]]s, are all [[square]] professions able to learn spells in the Minor Spiritual circle.		*[[Monk]]s, [[Rogue]]s, and [[Warrior]]s, are all [[square]] professions able to learn spells in the Minor Spiritual circle.

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			'''Spiritual magic''' is the [[sphere]] of [[magic]] which harnesses the power of the [[Arkati]], and other lesser spirits. Spiritual magic wielders shape the inherent power of various deities to perform their magic, typically without direct influence from the higher force. Spiritual magic is the most prolific type; practied by 5/8 of the magical [[profession]]s. Weapons imbued with certain spiritual magic can have especially devastating effects on the [[undead]].
	'''Spiritual''' magic is a type of magic that deals with summoning spirits of different types to accomplish the desired effect. The following professions have access to spiritual magic:

			The following professions have access to spiritual magic:
	*[[Cleric\|Clerics]] focus exclusively on Spiritual magic, with access to both the [[Major Spiritual]] and [[Minor Spiritual]] spell circles, and the [[Cleric Base]] magic is also considered spiritual.
⚫	*[[Empath~~\|Empaths~~]] ~~are considered Spiritual and~~ Mental ~~hybrids~~, ~~but have~~ access to both ~~the~~ Major and Minor Spiritual spell circles.
	*[[Sorcerer\|Sorcerers]], [[Ranger\|Rangers]], [[Paladin\|Paladins]], [[Rogue\|Rogues]], and [[Warrior\|Warriors]] all have access to the Minor Spiritual spell circle.

			*[[Cleric]]s are the only [[pure]] profession concerned exclusively with spiritual magic. Their [[Cleric Base]] spell circle is spiritual in nature, and can even enable them to [[Prayer of Communion (330)\|commune directly]] with the Arkati. They also have access to both the [[Major Spiritual\|Major]] and [[Minor Spiritual]] spell circles.
	==Trivia==
			*[[Paladin]]s are also exclusively spiritual magic users, though they are [[semi]]s. Their [[Paladin Base]] draws heavily on their spiritual connectivity, and they also have access to the Minor Spiritual spell circle.
			*[[Ranger]]s are another semi profession with exclusively spiritual magic. Their [[Ranger Base]] spell circle is spiritually powered, and they also have access to the Minor Spiritual circle.
		⚫	*[[Empath]]s, though spiritual/[[Mental magic\|mental]] [[hybrid]]s, possess access to both Major, and Minor Spiritual spell circles.
			*[[Sorcerer]]s are also hybrid users of spiritual magic. Their [[Sorcerer Base]] circle is a hybrid of [[Elemental magic\|elemental]], and spiritual magic. They also have access to the Minor Spiritual spell circle.
			*[[Monk]]s, [[Rogue]]s, and [[Warrior]]s, are all [[square]] professions able to learn spells in the Minor Spiritual circle.


	There are at least thirty spell circles that concern spiritual magic.
			==See Also==
			*[[Spiritual Lore]]

	[[Category:Magic]]		[[Category:Magic]]

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	*[[Cleric\|Clerics]] focus exclusively on Spiritual magic, with access to both the [[Major Spiritual]] and [[Minor Spiritual]] spell circles, and the [[Cleric Base]] magic is also considered spiritual.		*[[Cleric\|Clerics]] focus exclusively on Spiritual magic, with access to both the [[Major Spiritual]] and [[Minor Spiritual]] spell circles, and the [[Cleric Base]] magic is also considered spiritual.
	*[[Empath\|Empaths]] ~~currently~~ have access to both the Major and Minor Spiritual spell circles~~, but are slated to have Major Spiritual replaced with [[Minor Mental]] with the release of Mental magic~~.		*[[Empath\|Empaths]] are considered Spiritual and Mental hybrids, but have access to both the Major and Minor Spiritual spell circles.
	*[[Sorcerer\|Sorcerers]], [[Ranger\|Rangers]], [[Paladin\|Paladins]], [[Rogue\|Rogues]], and [[Warrior\|Warriors]] all have access to the Minor Spiritual spell circle.		*[[Sorcerer\|Sorcerers]], [[Ranger\|Rangers]], [[Paladin\|Paladins]], [[Rogue\|Rogues]], and [[Warrior\|Warriors]] all have access to the Minor Spiritual spell circle.

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	*[[Empath\|Empaths]] currently have access to both the Major and Minor Spiritual spell circles, but are slated to have Major Spiritual replaced with [[Minor Mental]] with the release of Mental magic.		*[[Empath\|Empaths]] currently have access to both the Major and Minor Spiritual spell circles, but are slated to have Major Spiritual replaced with [[Minor Mental]] with the release of Mental magic.
	*[[Sorcerer\|Sorcerers]], [[Ranger\|Rangers]], [[Paladin\|Paladins]], [[Rogue\|Rogues]], and [[Warrior\|Warriors]] all have access to the Minor Spiritual spell circle.		*[[Sorcerer\|Sorcerers]], [[Ranger\|Rangers]], [[Paladin\|Paladins]], [[Rogue\|Rogues]], and [[Warrior\|Warriors]] all have access to the Minor Spiritual spell circle.

			==Trivia==

			There are at least thirty spell circles that concern spiritual magic.

	[[Category:Magic]]		[[Category:Magic]]

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	*[[Cleric\|Clerics]] focus exclusively on Spiritual magic, with access to both the [[Major Spiritual]] and [[Minor Spiritual]] spell circles, and the [[Cleric Base]] magic is also considered spiritual.		*[[Cleric\|Clerics]] focus exclusively on Spiritual magic, with access to both the [[Major Spiritual]] and [[Minor Spiritual]] spell circles, and the [[Cleric Base]] magic is also considered spiritual.
	*[[Empath\|Empaths]] ~~currently~~ have access to both the Major and Minor Spiritual spell circles~~, but are slated to have Major Spiritual replaced with [[Minor Mental]] with the release of Mental magic~~.		*[[Empath\|Empaths]] are considered Spiritual and Mental hybrids, but have access to both the Major and Minor Spiritual spell circles.
	*[[Sorcerer\|Sorcerers]], [[Ranger\|Rangers]], [[Paladin\|Paladins]], [[Rogue\|Rogues]], and [[Warrior\|Warriors]] all have access to the Minor Spiritual spell circle.		*[[Sorcerer\|Sorcerers]], [[Ranger\|Rangers]], [[Paladin\|Paladins]], [[Rogue\|Rogues]], and [[Warrior\|Warriors]] all have access to the Minor Spiritual spell circle.