Magic, Much more than attacking Options

[RicoSuave]

I know we are long from implementing this, but I would like to discuss some ideas of types of spells (or even magic classes) we could possibly implement ingame. I expect this thread to be shoved into the repository of ideas to be addressed in the distant future, however, we could probably get a jump on some ideas for the time being.

We are all familiar with the combat class of magic: Offensive (i.e. elemental dmg-causing, necromatic, ability-limiting, and so forth) and Defensive (i.e. shielding, healing, escaping, "buffs," and so forth). But what OTHER types of magic exist? Is there an area of ability-enhancing spells (i.e. chop more trees per hour)? How about an area of magic that changes fame/noteriety/reputation among factions or species of things? Too bad there can't be one that will help me explain this post a bit better.

There is natural toughness that living beings have that protect against physical attacks like scales, thick fur, and hides. Is there a natural magical-toughness that beings exhibit as well? Sure, human skin is soft and pink, but maybe humans are excellent at withstanding age-modification spells (for example)... or more succeptable to certain types of spells like sense-altering ones.

Will there be spells that affect vast areas (weather-altering), or will all spells be limited to locality?



This is such a hugely broad category that I probably should have narrowed it down, but I wanted to get a few thoughts out there before bed. I'll catch you all tomorrow. I don't know... am I making enough sense here guys?

[Areena]

i think ghedi was talking about making spells affect the weather. it wouldnt be on a global scale or anything but if you keep casting a bunch of fire spells the ambient temperature in the area would go up which could cause a t-storm or something. im a bit foggy on the details, but i know he def wants to make magic affect the weather

[Brotoi]

I was in the middle of researching magic when I got busy with real-world stuff. If I can find a moment next week, I'll post links to all the threads in the archive related to magic.

[RicoSuave]

Yay!
Thank you.

[Brotoi]

So sorry! I haven't found time yet! :-( Soon!

[StaticGrazer]

But what OTHER types of magic exist? Is there an area of ability-enhancing spells (i.e. chop more trees per hour)? How about an area of magic that changes fame/noteriety/reputation among factions or species of things? Too bad there can't be one that will help me explain this post a bit better.

Well lets look at some things rarely seen.

Smoke screen- Once cast, creates a thick cloud of smoke on an area or a person.

Wiley Moss- Cast at an enemies feet or ground, used to slow enemies, or mabye a bridge of some sort...or even a way to climb things?

Infest- "Tame" an enemy non-human mob into doing your bidding, with undying loyality ending in a horrific death.

How about books that temporarly increase X-Skill for X- Ammount of time, like a tale of Paul Bunyon would get loggers fired up to go get some trees? The same can be used for all other skills.

Mold Shadows- Creats a wall of black that is non-translucent, but is easily passible. Perfect for sneak attacks.

Form of..(Nearby object)- Take on qualities a nearby object temporarly making one harder to see. I am a sandwitch. 8)

Touch of Beer- Who wants boring milk, when everything is BEER!

Blinding Sight- Gazing upon an enemy will temporarly blind him. Mabye character with this spell needs one eye covered unless it's being used.

Feign Death- Fake your death, great for parties!

Illusion spells- Monsters, giant pies, old milk.

We'll start here.