Dark Magic

Lore & Background

The Order of Magi in Midkemia teaches strict discipline to prevent corruption, viewing uncontrolled power as inherently dangerous. Conversely, the Great Ones of Tsuranuanni on Kelewan prioritize results over ethics, often employing rituals that accelerate mastery at great cost. This ideological clash fuels the magical warfare seen during the conflicts between Midkemia and Kelewan. However, these descriptions pertain to general magical practices and philosophical differences, not to any defined 'Dark Magic' category.

Reader's Guide

Practitioners deemed dark often bypass standard safety protocols to achieve faster or more destructive results. This includes rituals involving life force extraction or necromancy, which are strictly prohibited by the Order of Magi. Major artifacts associated with this path are rare but include focus items forged in Malloreon that channel power without regard for the user's well-being. These tools often require blood sacrifice to activate.