Vulpur Magic and Alchemy

Vulpur Magic (also referred to as Vulpur Alchemy) is magic derived from the instructions laid out in the Scrolls of the Nabu. It is elemental in nature and also utilises metals and gemstones.

Core Concepts
The main concepts involved in vulpur magic are outlined in the second and third appendices of the the Scrolls of the Nabu.

Relation of the Gods to the Elements
The gods are associated with particular elements or essences."'Note: The essence and the elements to which the gods are linked does not mean that they are the representatives of them, nor their creators. They simply share essences and qualities.'""- Appendix Two, Scrolls of the Vulpur Nabu (Second Edition)"

Magical Elements
Some materials are considered to have magical properties or are used in magical rituals.

The Elements

 * Ether - The material that fills the space beyond the terrestrial world
 * Fire - Warm and Dry. Associated with strength, blood, and life-force. It also is seen as having purifying and protective capabilities
 * Air - Warm and Moist. Seen as superior to the more material elements, air is associated with intelligence, creativity and beginnings
 * Water - Cold and Moist. Associated with movement, the unconscious and the emotional
 * Earth - Cold and Dry. Associated with stability, materiality, fertility and stillness

The Principle Four

 * Lapis Lazuli - A blue mineral infused with the essence of the earthly
 * Redstone - Red dust infused with an active and mobile essence
 * Amethyst - Purple crystals that contain the Cosmic essence and can act as catalysts
 * Nether Quartz - White crystals from another dimension infused with negative essence and associated with evil

Metals

 * Copper - A bronze metal that can turn green when it corrodes. Associated with femininity, with love, lust, charisma, artistic beauty, affection, caring, healing and balance
 * Iron - A white metal that is strong. Associated with the masculinity, with growth, physical power, aggression, confidence, protection, courage and strength
 * Gold - A yellow metal that doesn't tarnish. Associated with purity and perfection. It is often used as an offering to the gods
 * Netherite - A dark metal alloy created from gold and ancient debris. Associated with death, transmutation and transformation

Gemstones

 * Emerald - A green gem found in mountain rock. Considered the "gem of the sages and scholars", emerald is associated with knowledge, education, logic and wisdom
 * Diamond - A hard shiny gemstone with a blue gleam. Associated with divination, healing, purity, luck, love, protection and wealth, and is symbolic of vision, clarity and persistence

Magic Tools
To carry out rituals and ceremonies, some tools are used in the magical process.


 * Cauldron - A large metal bowl that is usually heated. From divination to incantations, the cauldron is used in most vulpur magic
 * Brewing Stand - A frame with pipes leading to a distillation chamber and glass bottles. Used to infuse liquids with substances
 * Obsidian - A glass-like material that is surprisingly durable. It is used in rituals to contain and protect magical contents
 * Candles - Wax columns with a wick used for lighting. Candles can be used to see magic and may even levitate in some rituals

Divination
A magical means to answer questions and gain knowledge and insight.

Evocation
Also referred to as summoning, evocation calls upon a spirit, demon, deity or other supernatural entity to produce a magical effect.

Cursing
An expression of a wish for misfortune to befall a person, place or object.

Incantation
A magical formula utilising language in the form of the spoken, sung or written word with the purpose of producing a magical effect.

Herbalism
Using botanical study to use plants in brews that create magical connections. The resulting liquids can enhance or decrease the effects of a ritual depending on usage.

Prophet
A prophet or prophetess is a person who specialises in divination magic, usually to gain insight into the future.

Summoner
A person who specialises in evoking spirits or beasts.

Sorcerer
A sorcerer or sorceress is a person who specialises in using both negative and positive essences (usually in the form of curses and incantations). They can transfer their magic to objects, animals or even other people and can alter their nature.

Druids
People who specialise in herbalism and can manipulate the growth of plantlife to suit the sort of potions and drinks they wish to brew.