The English guide to magic is an in-depth exploration of the world of magic, focusing particularly on the English magical tradition. This guide seeks to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the history, practice, and philosophy of magic through the lens of English culture. The guide begins by examining the roots of English magic, tracing its origins from prehistoric times through the ancient Celts and the Roman conquest. It explores how magic was practiced in early England, looking at mystical traditions such as druidism and natural magic. As the guide progresses, it delves into the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, a period of great intellectual and magical exploration in England. It examines the world of alchemy and hermetic philosophy, discussing the famous practitioners and their contributions to the field.
It examines the world of alchemy and hermetic philosophy, discussing the famous practitioners and their contributions to the field. The guide also discusses the various magical texts and grimoires that emerged during this time, offering insights into the spells and rituals of English magic. The guide then moves on to the 17th century, a time when magic faced intense scrutiny and persecution due to religious and political conflicts.
The English guide to magic
It's one of the last 'main' quests you get access to. You might have to enter the western portion of the map near The Old Capital to gain access to it, I'm not sure.
You need to search various locations near The Old Capital to find clues of the missing banker's whereabouts. Some locations have battles; you don't actually need to fight these to proceed, you can just enter the location and then leave.
Eventually you'll find and talk to one of his guards, who gives you Bone Crusher, a +1 disruption morning star. Might scale with level, not sure. He'll also point you towards the Lightfoot Halflings' Shelter, which is probably also scaled to your level. It mostly has encounters with undead and halfings.
At the end of the dungeon you'll fight a battle against a halfling assassin leader, some more halflings, and some more undead. Beating this fight nets you Black Fang, a +1 keen wounding dagger. Ditto with the scaling. You'll also get the weird device the halflings were using to control the undead, I don't think it does anything yet.
Anyways, the banker thanks you and runs off, opening a bank in a random city. It'll spread to other locations over time; you're alerted when this happens by a message temporarily appearing on screen.
At the bank, you can deposit gold at 1% monthly interest rate and buy access to a storage box for 2k gold if you have at least 5 reputation. This gives you access to single 50-slot box that can presumably be accessed anywhere with a bank. You can buy a second box for 8k gold with at least 10 reputation. You can buy up to 10 boxes, which I'd reckon continue to increase in price and reputation requirement with every subsequent one.
You can use crafting materials stored in the bank from the workshop, although the city you craft in needs a bank to utilize this feature. Gold needs to be withdrawn before it's able to be used, however.
20 фев. 2021 в 17:46Super helpful THANKS, updated and cited info as yours
Off topic:
How about starting gear?
I'm always questioned on this. I have tried to "find" ways of getting items into "starter party"
so far I can "custom generate": (plus the "pre-gen" templates gear sets)
leather & scalemail armour
Light shield
Great-axe, great-sword, maul
short-sword, throwing axe, light pick, light mace, quarterstaff
Most of above in "dual wield" plus daggers
Rapier, long-sword, war hammer, battle-axe
Light crossbow, longbow
Longspear
* I am sure we could find "more" combos, until custom "gearing sets + buy" for "starts" like in TT is added
. but so far an elf wizard cant start with a longsword for example
or be a barbarian starting with a halberd or rouge with dual whips
Many "matured" 3.5e features, in the character generation area, like:
"item set choices"
use of start gp to purchase gear "session 0" (at generation)
* this is not too bad, but it make all exotic feats/builds "slightly" less useful at level 1
Not being able to generate exotic/monk/double weapons, heavy shields/armour or even a good amount of "simple gear" (a sling, club, thieves tools, etc) is inhibiting
A note on my tests:
Item "spawn" seems weighted by class > weapon selection (if any) > attributes > feats in that order.
example: wizards/fighters may spawn with a melee, dual melee or ranged (light crossbow/longbow) weapon depending on str vs dex and, possible, "2 weapon fighting" or "weapon finesse" feats. But results are "odd"
But a "CBM" trip or disarm monk. no CBM monk weapon (or weapon at all)
* I am sure we could find "more" combos, until custom "gearing sets + buy" for "starts" like in TT is added
It explores the notorious witch trials and the role of witchcraft in English society. The guide highlights the challenges faced by magical practitioners during this period and the continued survival of magical traditions despite the hostility towards them. In the subsequent chapters, the guide takes a closer look at specific aspects of English magic such as folk magic, charms, and divination. It explores the curious world of folklore and superstitions, uncovering the rich tapestry of beliefs and magical practices passed down through generations. The guide also provides practical advice and guidance for those wishing to explore English magic for themselves. It offers tips for creating an altar, working with herbs and crystals, and connecting with the natural world. Ultimately, the main idea of The English guide to magic is to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the history, practice, and philosophy of English magic. It aims to immerse readers in the ancient traditions and explore the rich tapestry of magical practices that have shaped English culture throughout the ages..
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1. John - 2/5 - I was really disappointed with "The English Guide to Magic". The book promised to provide a comprehensive guide to learning magic, but it fell short in so many ways. The explanations were vague and often confusing, leaving me more frustrated than enlightened. Additionally, the book lacked any practical examples or illustrations, making it difficult to understand and apply the concepts. Overall, I found it to be a poorly written and poorly executed book on magic.
2. Emma - 1/5 - I regret purchasing "The English Guide to Magic". The author's writing style was dry and boring, making it difficult to stay engaged. The information provided was outdated and lacked any real depth. I expected to learn new and interesting techniques, but instead, the book seemed to skim the surface of the subject. It was a waste of time and money, and I would not recommend it to anyone interested in learning magic.
3. Michael - 2/5 - As someone who has always been fascinated by the world of magic, I had high hopes for "The English Guide to Magic". Unfortunately, it failed to meet my expectations. The book lacked a clear structure and seemed to jump from one topic to another without any logical flow. The explanations were unclear and often left me with more questions than answers. Overall, I was not impressed and would not recommend this book to aspiring magicians.
4. Megan - 3/5 - "The English Guide to Magic" had potential, but it fell short in several areas. While the author provided a brief overview of different magical techniques, the book lacked in-depth explanations and practical examples. I found myself wanting more detailed instructions and guidance. Additionally, the writing style was a bit dry and uninspiring. Overall, it was an average read that didn't fully satisfy my curiosity about magic.