Stormwind Circle Mage Tome: Spellweaving

This chapter of the Stormwind Circle Mage Tome serves as a fundamental five-point process to weaving spells of any type.

Acknowledgements: Archmage Manix Ebonfire, Professor of Arcane Arts.

Archmage Hraglof Firebane, Professor of Arcane Arts.

The Five Point Method
Coined by Archmage Manix Ebonfire, Headmaster of the esteemed Ashen Tree Academy in Nethergarde City, the five point method is the process that every mage should think of when preparing to cast a spell. The process divides casting into 5 sections - that is why it is called 'weaving' a spell. Each section is part of an intricate 'web.'

Intent Element Source Channeling School

Section 1: Intent
What do you plan to achieve with you spell? How powerful, or what magnitude of power do you intend your spell to be?

Such seem like redundant questions, but a mage should always know his limits whenever he readies a potentially destructive spell.

Reminding yourself to think ahead can often aid you in preparing the most effective spell for completing your objective.

Section 2: Element
What element will your spell be comprised of? There are many elements of magic that each have their strengths and weaknesses in every circumstance. Select the element that will be the most effective against or foe or for completing your task.

Frost, water, fire, shock, and arcane are all examples of arcane magical elements, which will be explained in further detail later on in this tome.

Section 3: Source
What source of magic will you use to power your spell? Some are easier to tap into than others, but the magnitude limits of some sources far outstrip the rest.

Ley-lines, mana-gems or potions, your own soul or 'essence,' and even the fire in the stove next door could all be considered sources of magical power. The different sources will be outlined later on in this tome.

Section 4: Channeling
What method of channeling will you use to draw the source of power to your spell? This is more of a trained preference, but all methods of channeling have their pros and cons.

Incantation (words), divine request, essence casting, runemancy, mental focus and physical contact are all applicable ways to draw energy from a source of power.

Section 5: School
What school of magic you are using in conjunction with the element and power source? Such will determine the practical use of your spell.

Abjuration, conjuration, enchantment, evocation, illusion, divination, and transmutation are all viable schools to draw from.