The Sorcerers

Lore & Background

Notable figures include Alana's mother, a powerful witch whose legacy impacts the main protagonists significantly. The magic they wield is often depicted as visceral and dangerous, requiring great discipline to avoid self-harm. Their longevity and resilience far exceed that of average humans or elves, allowing them to survive centuries of interstellar warfare.

In Their Own Story

The candle flickered in the drafty chamber, casting long shadows against the obsidian walls. She raised her hand, fingers trembling slightly as the air grew heavy with ozone. A whisper left her lips, not a spell from any book, but an instinct older than stars. The lock on the door didn't turn; it simply ceased to exist, dissolving into dust and light.

Reader's Guide

The goals of these magical practitioners vary by individual, though many seek to preserve their bloodlines or protect specific artifacts. Leadership is often hierarchical within Houses rather than a unified council, with the Head of the House wielding significant authority over members. Key conflicts arise from their scarcity; both major galactic powers desire their abilities for warfare but fear their independence. This leads to frequent skirmishes where magic users must evade capture or negotiate safe passage through hostile territories. Their impact on the wider universe is disproportionate to their numbers. A single powerful practitioner can alter battlefields, protect key individuals like Marko and Alana's family, or create items that change history. They represent a third path in a binary war of technology.

Did You Know?

• Magic users often live significantly longer than standard humans due to their connection with arcane energies.
• The House of the Witch operates independently from both Landfall and the Empire, maintaining neutrality when possible.
• Magical artifacts created by these practitioners can function without power sources or technology.