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"Magic is what makes fantasy fantastic," someone says, "you can't apply rules to them or else it loses wonder!" I respond, "Sure, but if you want to write them you will certainly want to know how they work." Writing is all about execution, and I find applying some basic laws of physics to magic systems make them more understandable and realistic. Here, I'm going to outline my basic method for developing a magic system.
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Contemplating starting a new ORPG
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GMing a forum format campaign
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What System?
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Edit: Maelstrom
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Just as a question...
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Playtesting
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How about running a Matrix game?
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May 24, 2003, 12:10:17 AM by Brian |
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Player listing
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Let me tell you...
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Another New Game!
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New Game!
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November 12, 2004, 09:23:25 PM by GorgonlaVacaTremendo |
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Could it be a new game?
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Diplomacy Reference Files
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Done deals
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Diplomacy, anyone?
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February 07, 2005, 09:14:41 PM by Entsuropi |
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