| rdfs:comment | - Skaven magic is a potent blend of Dark magic and the raw Chaos-power of warpstone, from which the rat-men gain much of their magical energy. Their wizards can cast spells of terrifying power, but, more often, their magical energies are combined with arcane technologies to create devastating weapons that any Skaven warrior can use. Their magic is usually geared toward destruction and disease.
- Skaven Magic refers to the lores of magic unique to the spellcasters of the Skaven race. There are two major lores, the Lore of Plague, practised by the Plague Priests of Clan Pestiliens, and the Lore of Ruin (or the Lore of Warp), practised by Grey Seers and Warlock Engineers. Clan Eshin has a minor lore of magic to itself, the Lore of Stealth, which is practised by its few sorcerers. Skaven magic is actually a form of dark magic. A variant of the lore which comes from and is influenced by the Horned Rat. Warpstone is the physical coalescence of Dhar (dark magic).
- To the Skaven, all magic originates from the Horned Rat. From the terrible sorcery of the Grey Seers to the pestilential machinations of the Plague Priests, it all comes from the same source: their powerful and fickle god. Dogma aside, the truth is that Skaven magic still involves the manipulation of the arcane energies blowing south from the turbulent polar region beyond the Chaos Wastes, and without this energy not even the most devout and cunning Skaven could weave the simplest spell.
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| abstract | - To the Skaven, all magic originates from the Horned Rat. From the terrible sorcery of the Grey Seers to the pestilential machinations of the Plague Priests, it all comes from the same source: their powerful and fickle god. Dogma aside, the truth is that Skaven magic still involves the manipulation of the arcane energies blowing south from the turbulent polar region beyond the Chaos Wastes, and without this energy not even the most devout and cunning Skaven could weave the simplest spell. Skaven use Dhar, or Dark Magic, much like the Thrall Wizards of Tzeentch, Necromancers, Black Magisters, and Witches. Skaven differ from these casters, however, in the product and focus of their black arts. Though other variations may exist, there are three fundamental types of Skaven magic, each organized into a separate lore — Plague, Stealth, and Warp. A rare few Skaven dabble in Necromancy and fewer still abandon the ways of their people to embrace another Chaos God. Such instances almost always result with the disintegration of the offending Skaven. As with all Dark Lores, casting spells using Dhar carries great risk of developing unwanted or unexpected side-effects. As well, Skaven spellcasters use warpstone heavily in their spells, which not only creates greater risk of mishaps, but also takes its toll on their bodies. Knowledge of these spells is taught from master to apprentice, and is carefully protected amidst the ambition and treachery prevalent among all Skaven. Though a master might teach the rudiments of Warp Magic, he does so grudgingly, as his student must eventually contest his power and perhaps even try to overthrow him. Thus, Skaven mentors are careful to instill fear and respect in their apprentices and to play favourites, always working to pit one student against another to distract these treacherous pupils from betraying their master.
- Skaven magic is a potent blend of Dark magic and the raw Chaos-power of warpstone, from which the rat-men gain much of their magical energy. Their wizards can cast spells of terrifying power, but, more often, their magical energies are combined with arcane technologies to create devastating weapons that any Skaven warrior can use. Their magic is usually geared toward destruction and disease.
- Skaven Magic refers to the lores of magic unique to the spellcasters of the Skaven race. There are two major lores, the Lore of Plague, practised by the Plague Priests of Clan Pestiliens, and the Lore of Ruin (or the Lore of Warp), practised by Grey Seers and Warlock Engineers. Clan Eshin has a minor lore of magic to itself, the Lore of Stealth, which is practised by its few sorcerers. Skaven magic is actually a form of dark magic. A variant of the lore which comes from and is influenced by the Horned Rat. Warpstone is the physical coalescence of Dhar (dark magic).
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