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Witches and wizards must keep in shape to maintain their level of spellcasting. For some races (such as Veela, [[Múzsa]], and Naga), the ability is inherent, intricately tied to their species' brand of magic. | Witches and wizards must keep in shape to maintain their level of spellcasting. For some races (such as Veela, [[Múzsa]], and Naga), the ability is inherent, intricately tied to their species' brand of magic. | ||
Brazil in particular is known for | Brazil in particular is known for their fusion of defensive magic and capoeira. It has since spread to other schools | ||
====Competitions==== | ====Competitions==== | ||
:Formal competitions are talent shows, | :Formal competitions are talent shows, tailored for the purpose of showcasing a dancer or group's skill without directly facing off against another. Demonstrations primarily consist of charms, although elemental conjuration is acceptable. | ||
:Battles/face-offs are regarded as a matter of rebellious youth. As such, the usual restrictions rarely apply, and so contests of this sort are frowned upon for the risk they pose to innocent passers-by. Still, they continue to be popular. If ''this'' is what you're looking for, underground clubs are often a good place to start. |
Revision as of 00:12, 13 February 2015
A wandless practice of physically embodying spells, one casts through physical expression. Stamina, dexterity, agility and emotion are all important factors in the success of a spell.
Studies have found that it has another, more subtle effect when there is an audience.
Conjuring the Elements
- Fire is the most popular and easiest to produce, but sustaining it is hard and doing anything with it is difficult.
- Earth and water are easiest to control.
- There is a very specialized subdivision from East Asia that is focused on controlling air and using fans.
Practitioners
Witches and wizards must keep in shape to maintain their level of spellcasting. For some races (such as Veela, Múzsa, and Naga), the ability is inherent, intricately tied to their species' brand of magic.
Brazil in particular is known for their fusion of defensive magic and capoeira. It has since spread to other schools
Competitions
- Formal competitions are talent shows, tailored for the purpose of showcasing a dancer or group's skill without directly facing off against another. Demonstrations primarily consist of charms, although elemental conjuration is acceptable.
- Battles/face-offs are regarded as a matter of rebellious youth. As such, the usual restrictions rarely apply, and so contests of this sort are frowned upon for the risk they pose to innocent passers-by. Still, they continue to be popular. If this is what you're looking for, underground clubs are often a good place to start.