The Gift
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The Gift is the power of magic. One who possesses the gift is able to wield magic. These people are commonly referred to as the gifted. People like: wizards, sorceresss and witch women are all gifted, however people who possess a set type of magic or ability like Confessors or the Andolians are not. They are known as creatures of magic.
The gift is different from one person to the next. In some people it manifests itself more in certain areas. For example a prophet has the ability to glimpse the future, while other wizards are skilled at crafting objects.
The level of power possessed from one gifted person to the next can vary greatly. One sorceress could best another in combat, simply by overpowering her opponent with her superior level of strength. The more powerful the gifted person, the more complex the webs they can cast.
[edit] Gifted Sects
Sects, groups or organizations of the gifted include;
- Sister of the Light; Sorceresses dedicated to serving the Creator, who use His gift to help His children.
- Sisters of the Dark; Sorceresses dedicated to the Keeper of the Underworld, who use their gift to further his cause.
- Brothers of the Fellowship of Order; Wizards dedicated to serving the Imperial Order.
[edit] Common Abilities of the Gifted
Common powers of the gifted at the time of the Sword of Truth series include;
- Gifted Fire (inferior to Wizard's Fire).
- Gifted Lightning.
- Gifted Air Manipulation.
- Shields.
- Healing.
