Magic

From Namelesscity

Magic in Argos is a very frightening, uncommon thing. It's seen by many to be the work of some evil entity, and those who accept it rarely embrace it fully.

Basics of Magic

In Argos, when it comes to magic, one will typically find what is commonly referred to as "low magic". Very few actually possess the innate ability to perform it, however. Those who can find themselves ostracized or worse, while simultaneously being hunted out by various people in positions of power.

One memorable incident involves a man named Neil Wyman.

Born in 1973, Neil showed the ability to cast spells at a very young age--creating sparks of light in the air, strange music to float through the air momentarily, and brightening flowers. His parents, who weren't very religious, nonetheless went to a priest and told them about their son. Consequently, he was taken away shortly after. The Wymans were told that it was for his, and their, protection.

The boy bounced from magic-friendly home to magic-friendly home, finally ending up in an orphanage for magical people at the age of 12. Here, he learned to hone his magical abilities, while at the same time, get rid of the spooky magical aura that seemed to hang around his person.

When it was time for him to leave the system at 18, he was hired right away by the governor's administration.