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	There is a metaphysical gap between the two halves of the Relam, which may only be breached by theoretical brute force (such as a Cosmic Horror or Realm Lord of sufficient power might be able to bring to ~~bare~~) or a magic known as the Looking Glass Spell, which opens a temporary portal to Underland. Those that intend to return use an anchoring spell that forcefully brings them back through as the portal is closed. This spell requires the use of the Realm Lord's power to cast, and is carefully managed in order to prevent All the Evils of the World from escaping. There are rumors of a second spell that can allow transit, but the truth behind this remains in darkness.		There is a metaphysical gap between the two halves of the Relam, which may only be breached by theoretical brute force (such as a Cosmic Horror or Realm Lord of sufficient power might be able to bring to bear) or a magic known as the Looking Glass Spell, which opens a temporary portal to Underland. Those that intend to return use an anchoring spell that forcefully brings them back through as the portal is closed. This spell requires the use of the Realm Lord's power to cast, and is carefully managed in order to prevent All the Evils of the World from escaping. There are rumors of a second spell that can allow transit, but the truth behind this remains in darkness.


	====Spirit Realm====		====Spirit Realm====

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	The Realm Lord himself is quite well known, in contrast to the rest. He is often seen wandering through cities, making conversation with passerby and observing the various works of art throughout said cities. He is known to await citizens in his throne room between the hours of three and seven pm each day (although the locals use a different time system), granting boons of various kinds to those who need it. He is also known to offer help to any he meets in his wanderings, although he sometimes deems situations to be too personal for his intervention, in which case he leaves advice instead of a solution. He is viewed well by the people, although some groups wish he would more strictly control goings on in society. Challenging him, however, is seen as both ridiculous and impossible, considering the extreme power of the Court. His own capabilities are unknown, although he has been seen to control the weather, heal the injured, and levitate, among other, rumored, abilities.		The Realm Lord himself is quite well known, in contrast to the rest. He is often seen wandering through cities, making conversation with passerby and observing the various works of art throughout said cities. He is known to await citizens in his throne room between the hours of three and seven pm each day (although the locals use a different time system), granting boons of various kinds to those who need it. He is also known to offer help to any he meets in his wanderings, although he sometimes deems situations to be too personal for his intervention, in which case he leaves advice instead of a solution. He is viewed well by the people, although some groups wish he would more strictly control goings on in society. Challenging him, however, is seen as both ridiculous and impossible, considering the extreme power of the Court. His own capabilities are unknown, although he has been seen to control the weather, heal the injured, and levitate, among other, rumored, abilities.

	==Magic==		===Magic===
	Magic is as essential to Avalon as technology is to Earth, only perhaps more so. It is what people most people live and breathe (although there are, as always, exceptions), and is certainly the driving force behind the advancement of civilization.		Magic is as essential to Avalon as technology is to Earth, only perhaps more so. It is what people most people live and breathe (although there are, as always, exceptions), and is certainly the driving force behind the advancement of civilization.

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	Other forms of magic are rumored to exist, although evidence is severely lacking in many cases. The most notable rumored forms are the High Magic used by the Court, Blood Magic (which many claim is simply Magecraft which breaks down blood and body parts in order to generate Mana), and Lunacy (Supposedly a perversion of Bond Magic that utilizes a bond with Underland instead of a bond with Avalon.)		Other forms of magic are rumored to exist, although evidence is severely lacking in many cases. The most notable rumored forms are the High Magic used by the Court, Blood Magic (which many claim is simply Magecraft which breaks down blood and body parts in order to generate Mana), and Lunacy (Supposedly a perversion of Bond Magic that utilizes a bond with Underland instead of a bond with Avalon.)

	==Technology==		===Technology===
	Technology does, in fact, exist in Avalon. It is extremely advanced, although very uncommon. Most citizens view it as an ugly, expensive, inconvenient alternative to magic. Despite this, it has become extremely advanced due to massive dedication on the parts of the Church of the Clockmaker, which worships God as the creator of the system that the Omniverse operates on. They are a small community, but fanatically dedicated to the study of said system. In the interest of this, they have studied the mechanics of the primary universe and Avalon alike in order to gain a better understanding of the original, absolute God (not limited Creator Gods like the one that empowered us or the god-like Realm Lords). This unending pursuit of knowledge and understanding (supplemented by the use of time manipulation and magically enhanced research) has allowed them to create new Technology at an insane rate. They have also taken to dissecting Technology from other Realms in order to upgrade their own.		Technology does, in fact, exist in Avalon. It is extremely advanced, although very uncommon. Most citizens view it as an ugly, expensive, inconvenient alternative to magic. Despite this, it has become extremely advanced due to massive dedication on the parts of the Church of the Clockmaker, which worships God as the creator of the system that the Omniverse operates on. They are a small community, but fanatically dedicated to the study of said system. In the interest of this, they have studied the mechanics of the primary universe and Avalon alike in order to gain a better understanding of the original, absolute God (not limited Creator Gods like the one that empowered us or the god-like Realm Lords). This unending pursuit of knowledge and understanding (supplemented by the use of time manipulation and magically enhanced research) has allowed them to create new Technology at an insane rate. They have also taken to dissecting Technology from other Realms in order to upgrade their own.

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	The Clockmakers also have an odd relationship with the Court, who are known to send and receive emissaries from the Church in question regularly.		The Clockmakers also have an odd relationship with the Court, who are known to send and receive emissaries from the Church in question regularly.

	==Alchemy==		===Alchemy===
	An odd discipline that straddles the line between Magic and Technology, Alchemy uses magical processes to convert matter into Mana. It then uses this Mana in order to create new objects and substances. The Technological aspect is reflected in the latter half of the process, as extensive research is required in order to successfully replicate substances. This often requires the use of Technology, as magic has a tendency to alter or damage many objects when used heavily upon them.		An odd discipline that straddles the line between Magic and Technology, Alchemy uses magical processes to convert matter into Mana. It then uses this Mana in order to create new objects and substances. The Technological aspect is reflected in the latter half of the process, as extensive research is required in order to successfully replicate substances. This often requires the use of Technology, as magic has a tendency to alter or damage many objects when used heavily upon them.

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	Other forms of magic are rumored to exist, although evidence is severely lacking in many cases. The most notable rumored forms are the High Magic used by the Court, Blood Magic (which many claim is simply Magecraft which breaks down blood and body parts in order to generate Mana), and Lunacy (Supposedly a perversion of Bond Magic that utilizes a bond with Underland instead of a bond with Avalon.)		Other forms of magic are rumored to exist, although evidence is severely lacking in many cases. The most notable rumored forms are the High Magic used by the Court, Blood Magic (which many claim is simply Magecraft which breaks down blood and body parts in order to generate Mana), and Lunacy (Supposedly a perversion of Bond Magic that utilizes a bond with Underland instead of a bond with Avalon.)

			==Technology==
			Technology does, in fact, exist in Avalon. It is extremely advanced, although very uncommon. Most citizens view it as an ugly, expensive, inconvenient alternative to magic. Despite this, it has become extremely advanced due to massive dedication on the parts of the Church of the Clockmaker, which worships God as the creator of the system that the Omniverse operates on. They are a small community, but fanatically dedicated to the study of said system. In the interest of this, they have studied the mechanics of the primary universe and Avalon alike in order to gain a better understanding of the original, absolute God (not limited Creator Gods like the one that empowered us or the god-like Realm Lords). This unending pursuit of knowledge and understanding (supplemented by the use of time manipulation and magically enhanced research) has allowed them to create new Technology at an insane rate. They have also taken to dissecting Technology from other Realms in order to upgrade their own.

			The Church of the Clockmaker is not the only group to utilize technology, however (although they are the primary developers). Many Mages use technology of some form or another to enhance or simplify their Magecraft. Alchemists also use it when experimenting with magically reactive substances that cannot be safely manipulated by magical means.

			The Clockmakers also have an odd relationship with the Court, who are known to send and receive emissaries from the Church in question regularly.

			==Alchemy==
			An odd discipline that straddles the line between Magic and Technology, Alchemy uses magical processes to convert matter into Mana. It then uses this Mana in order to create new objects and substances. The Technological aspect is reflected in the latter half of the process, as extensive research is required in order to successfully replicate substances. This often requires the use of Technology, as magic has a tendency to alter or damage many objects when used heavily upon them.

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	=====Underland====		====Underland====
	The other section of the Realm is known as Underland. This smaller area (roughly 30,000,000 square kilometers) is a nod to the works of Lewis Carrol, and is quite difficult to navigate. It is not intended to be inhabited, or even visited under normal conditions. Underland was, instead, created as a prison for All the Evils of the World (which was accidentally created during Avalon's formation). Logic and proportion mean nothing at all here, and the everchanging labyrinth serves to contain the horror within by both physical and magical obstruction and utter confusion.		The other section of the Realm is known as Underland. This smaller area (roughly 30,000,000 square kilometers) is a nod to the works of Lewis Carrol, and is quite difficult to navigate. It is not intended to be inhabited, or even visited under normal conditions. Underland was, instead, created as a prison for All the Evils of the World (which was accidentally created during Avalon's formation). Logic and proportion mean nothing at all here, and the everchanging labyrinth serves to contain the horror within by both physical and magical obstruction and utter confusion.

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	The Realm Lord himself is quite well known, in contrast to the rest. He is often seen wandering through cities, making conversation with passerby and observing the various works of art throughout said cities. He is known to await citizens in his throne room between the hours of three and seven pm each day (although the locals use a different time system), granting boons of various kinds to those who need it. He is also known to offer help to any he meets in his wanderings, although he sometimes deems situations to be too personal for his intervention, in which case he leaves advice instead of a solution. He is viewed well by the people, although some groups wish he would more strictly control goings on in society. Challenging him, however, is seen as both ridiculous and impossible, considering the extreme power of the Court. His own capabilities are unknown, although he has been seen to control the weather, heal the injured, and levitate, among other, rumored, abilities.		The Realm Lord himself is quite well known, in contrast to the rest. He is often seen wandering through cities, making conversation with passerby and observing the various works of art throughout said cities. He is known to await citizens in his throne room between the hours of three and seven pm each day (although the locals use a different time system), granting boons of various kinds to those who need it. He is also known to offer help to any he meets in his wanderings, although he sometimes deems situations to be too personal for his intervention, in which case he leaves advice instead of a solution. He is viewed well by the people, although some groups wish he would more strictly control goings on in society. Challenging him, however, is seen as both ridiculous and impossible, considering the extreme power of the Court. His own capabilities are unknown, although he has been seen to control the weather, heal the injured, and levitate, among other, rumored, abilities.


			==Magic==
			Magic is as essential to Avalon as technology is to Earth, only perhaps more so. It is what people most people live and breathe (although there are, as always, exceptions), and is certainly the driving force behind the advancement of civilization.

			There are many different types of magic in Avalon, but the most basic form is known as Bond Magic. This is the natural magic that all Avalonians have access to, and is based upon their bond with the world itself. Avalon is the name of the Realm and the primary land within said Realm, but it also the name used to describe the, let us call it "soul" of the world. This is comparable to the Greek deity "Gaia," who was simultaneously a goddess and the very Earth itself.

			All Avalonians are born with an inherent metaphysical connection to Avalon. This connection allows them to communicate with it, to a limited degree. Avalon may choose to give them warnings or guidance at times, although it's knowledge is limited to what it can ascertain through the eyes of its occupants (both human and inhuman). In return, the citizens of Avalon pass on their perceptions and emotions to the world, thus allowing it to experience the many joys and wonders it possesses through the eyes of those who live upon it.

			Bond Magic harnesses the connection in a more substantial way than simple empathy or information, however. To utilize it is not to channel or wield power, but rather to petition Avalon to act on your behalf. Those that Avalon is most closely attached to, either due long and intensive correspondence with the world or through actions taken in the interest of Avalon itself, will receive more assistance from it than those who have a weak bond with Avalon.

			Bond Magic rarely gives the user direct control over anything. Simple "spells," (which are more formalized requests than anything) such as those used to conjure elements in their natural state, are reliable and straightforward, but will be altered by Avalon for the sake of the caster as needed. The same "spell" may be used to light a candle or fireplace, for example, and the amount of fire conjured will be determined by Avalon, rather than any direct action of the caster.

			More advanced Bond Magic is extremely unpredictable, if ultimately effective. Healing magic, for example, may conjure stitches and sutures to bind a wound. It may also, instead, grant rapid regeneration or cauterize the wound. The form the spell takes is ultimately determined by Avalon, according to what you asked for, what you need, how attached to you Avalon is, and what it believes you deserve. Those injured due to recklessness, for example, are far more likely to find their wounds painfully cauterized than those who were injured through no fault of their own.


			Bond Magic is not the only form of magic in Avalon, however. The second most common form is Contract Magic. This is very similar to Bond Magic, except that it draws power from a Spirit rather than Avalon. Contract Magic is gained by forming a contract with a Spirit of some type. These can be the Departed, Elementals, or Celests, although each form of Spirit will offer different abilities. Contract Magic, unlike Bond Magic, gives roughly equal power to the Spirit and the Human. Humans may utilize magic as outlined in the established contract, and the Spirit will not be able to deny its contractor that power as long as said contractor does not violate any of their obligations.

			Of course, this is not one sided. The Human may only use the Spirit's power as long as he or she acts in accordance with the contract in question. Weak spirits grant simple contracts (low level healing magic in return for a periodic donation to a charity a Celest favors, for example). The strongest spirits, however, place onerous requirements on contracts they form (Demigod-tier elemental manipulation in return for stopping a volcanic eruption, defeating a rival spirit's similarly empowered champion, or devoting one's entire life to the Spirit's personal cause).

			The third major type of Magic is known as Magecraft. The origin of the term is unknown, but some claim it originated with a member of the Court. If the other two forms of Magic center on bonding with other forces for power, then Magecraft is the opposite. It is the only form of Magic which the user has complete power over, and works by manipulating Mana through esoteric means. The method of manipulation varies between users, as the power of a spell or ritual is determined by the symbolic value it has in the mind of the user. This is because Magecraft requires no such things to be performed. A person in possession of a reservoir of Mana can manipulate it freely using their will, if they can attain the level of focus necessary to do so. Unfortunately, that is almost impossible. Thus, the mechanical aspects of Magecraft exist as a way for the Mage to manipulate his or her own conciousness into utilizing Mana in a way they desire.

			While it is true that pure Magecraft has no truly necessary mechanical components, many of its branches do. This is because many derivatives of basic Magecraft work by using outside mechanisms in order to bypass much of the work a traditional Mage must do while casting a spell. A normal Mage must Draw, Attribute, Manifest, and Direct Mana in order to perform even a simple spell, a conjured fireball for example. The Draw the Mana from a source, mentally grasp the concept of Fire and impose the concept on the Mana, give that metaphysical energy physical form and substance (Manifest it), and then control what it does once created (Direct it).

			Some Mages will, instead, use an object that already possess the Attributes that they want to apply to the Mana, such as an elementally attuned crystal. They may then simply Draw the Mana, channel it through the crystal, Manifest it, and then Direct it. They may even remove other steps using tools, such as using a wand to Direct as spell linearly.

			Other forms of magic are rumored to exist, although evidence is severely lacking in many cases. The most notable rumored forms are the High Magic used by the Court, Blood Magic (which many claim is simply Magecraft which breaks down blood and body parts in order to generate Mana), and Lunacy (Supposedly a perversion of Bond Magic that utilizes a bond with Underland instead of a bond with Avalon.)

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	The other section of the Realm is known as Underland. This smaller area (roughly 30,000,000 square kilometers) is a nod to the works of Lewis Carrol, and is quite difficult to navigate. It is not intended to be inhabited, or even visited under normal conditions. Underland was, instead, created as a prison for All the Evils of the World (which was accidentally created during Avalon's formation). Logic and proportion mean nothing at all here, and the everchanging labyrinth serves to contain the horror within by both physical and magical obstruction and utter confusion.		The other section of the Realm is known as Underland. This smaller area (roughly 30,000,000 square kilometers) is a nod to the works of Lewis Carrol, and is quite difficult to navigate. It is not intended to be inhabited, or even visited under normal conditions. Underland was, instead, created as a prison for All the Evils of the World (which was accidentally created during Avalon's formation). Logic and proportion mean nothing at all here, and the everchanging labyrinth serves to contain the horror within by both physical and magical obstruction and utter confusion.

	~~Their~~ is a metaphysical gap between the two, which may only be breached by theoretical brute force or a magic known as the Looking Glass Spell, which opens a temporary portal to Underland. Those that intend to return use an anchoring spell that forcefully brings them back through as the portal is closed. This spell requires the use of the Realm Lord's power to cast, and is carefully managed in order to prevent All the Evils of the World from escaping. There are rumors of a second spell that can allow transit, but the truth behind this remains in darkness.		There is a metaphysical gap between the two, which may only be breached by theoretical brute force or a magic known as the Looking Glass Spell, which opens a temporary portal to Underland. Those that intend to return use an anchoring spell that forcefully brings them back through as the portal is closed. This spell requires the use of the Realm Lord's power to cast, and is carefully managed in order to prevent All the Evils of the World from escaping. There are rumors of a second spell that can allow transit, but the truth behind this remains in darkness.

			Finally, there is the Spirit Realm. This location, for lack of a better word, does not exist at any particular point, nor does it occupy space. Rather, it is a conceptual reality that uses the bond between Avalon and its occupants to create a nexus of thought. It is, effectively, a system built upon the collective consciousness of Avalon's citizens. At a practical level, it's much like the internet.

			Spirits are perpetually linked into this, only manifesting physically when they feel it necessary or appropriate. Living humans, in contrast, are normally disconnected from the Spirit Realm, but may access it through meditation and dreams. Accessing the Spirit Realm while sleeping prevents humans from resting properly, however, and most choose to sleep normally and enjoy more traditional dreams.

			Some people manage to access the Spirit Realm while fully awake and active. This gives them many advantages in life, most notably rapid access to information within the collective consciousness. Unfortunately, doing so puts a heavy strain on their minds, and they tend to exhibit various mental oddities (ranging from nervous ticks to hallucinations) if they do this for an extended period.

	===Culture===		===Culture===