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GuiltyConscience at 11:28, 18 August 2026

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	This restriction frustrates some magicians, but stargazers view it as a natural consequence of the performance of magic. Most rituals can draw on the strengths and resonances of the Winter realm without difficulty, but some aspects of Winter magic cannot be accessed by mortal magicians in this way. Stargazers often talk of needing a key to access these "hidden" powers of a realm - with the understanding that the key is an eternal. By successfully negotiating with an eternal for access to their "part" of the winter realm, a stargazer can create a ritual that breaches the limits of what their magic can otherwise achieve. Nobody is certain why some parts of the realms require this approach, but then stargazers point out that nobody is certain why the rest of the realm doesn't require it either.		This restriction frustrates some magicians, but stargazers view it as a natural consequence of the performance of magic. Most rituals can draw on the strengths and resonances of the Winter realm without difficulty, but some aspects of Winter magic cannot be accessed by mortal magicians in this way. Stargazers often talk of needing a key to access these "hidden" powers of a realm - with the understanding that the key is an eternal. By successfully negotiating with an eternal for access to their "part" of the winter realm, a stargazer can create a ritual that breaches the limits of what their magic can otherwise achieve. Nobody is certain why some parts of the realms require this approach, but then stargazers point out that nobody is certain why the rest of the realm doesn't require it either.

	Some Imperial citizens who are concerned about relations between magicians and eternals ~~criticize~~ this approach - the idea of a mortal having to request permission from an eternal suggests a relationship that might contravene the [[The_Doctrines_of_the_Faith#The_Doctrine_of_Human_Destiny\|Doctrine of Human Destiny]]. But proponents of dealing with eternals point out that once an eternal has agreed to the creation of a ritual using their power, then as long as whatever bargain is made in the process is not breached, the eternal appears utterly unable to withdraw their consent. This, the stargazers claim, makes eternals little more than the tools of mortal magicians, albeit argumentative tools that must be coerced into allowing themselves to be used.		Some Imperial citizens who are concerned about relations between magicians and eternals criticise this approach - the idea of a mortal having to request permission from an eternal suggests a relationship that might contravene the [[The_Doctrines_of_the_Faith#The_Doctrine_of_Human_Destiny\|Doctrine of Human Destiny]]. But proponents of dealing with eternals point out that once an eternal has agreed to the creation of a ritual using their power, then as long as whatever bargain is made in the process is not breached, the eternal appears utterly unable to withdraw their consent. This, the stargazers claim, makes eternals little more than the tools of mortal magicians, albeit argumentative tools that must be coerced into allowing themselves to be used.

	The study of eternals is a popular subject for esoteric lore, with as many different theories about them as there are eternals. Some claim that eternals should not be thought of as people at all - so much as personifications of their part of the realm. The claim is that they exist only so that magic can negotiate with mortals to set limits on its use. Others believe that eternals were all once mortals who have somehow fallen into the realm and been consumed by it. Some even go so far as to claim that eternals do not actually exist, or rather that they are an illusion created by a mortal mind forced to confront the reality of one of the six incomprehensible realms of power.		The study of eternals is a popular subject for esoteric lore, with as many different theories about them as there are eternals. Some claim that eternals should not be thought of as people at all - so much as personifications of their part of the realm. The claim is that they exist only so that magic can negotiate with mortals to set limits on its use. Others believe that eternals were all once mortals who have somehow fallen into the realm and been consumed by it. Some even go so far as to claim that eternals do not actually exist, or rather that they are an illusion created by a mortal mind forced to confront the reality of one of the six incomprehensible realms of power.

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	==Interests==		==Interests==
	For many stargazers the excitement of performing new magic is matched only by the satisfaction that comes from using familiar magic in new ways. They strive to find creative uses of magic, looking for ways to address known problems with a new approach. Stargazers are sometimes ~~criticized~~ for this approach - not content to reach for tried and tested methods, they prefer the novel to the proven. In their defence, stargazers argue that the only way to learn is to try new things - that every proven technique was novel once.		For many stargazers the excitement of performing new magic is matched only by the satisfaction that comes from using familiar magic in new ways. They strive to find creative uses of magic, looking for ways to address known problems with a new approach. Stargazers are sometimes criticised for this approach - not content to reach for tried and tested methods, they prefer the novel to the proven. In their defence, stargazers argue that the only way to learn is to try new things - that every proven technique was novel once.

	Stargazers are enthusiastic about [[Urizen magical traditions#Esoteric lore\|esoteric lore]]. While they may be passionate about their own particular pet theory, they are usually eager to discuss any hypothesis no matter how unlikely it may seem on the surface. There is a common belief among stargazers that no theory is worthless and that every idea reveals something about the world. Just debating a concept, picking it apart to consider its ramifications or examining the evidence for or against it, may reveal some unexpected insight. Stargazers will often present ideas for discussion not to get others to agree with them, but because they think that breaking them down may prove useful.		Stargazers are enthusiastic about [[Urizen magical traditions#Esoteric lore\|esoteric lore]]. While they may be passionate about their own particular pet theory, they are usually eager to discuss any hypothesis no matter how unlikely it may seem on the surface. There is a common belief among stargazers that no theory is worthless and that every idea reveals something about the world. Just debating a concept, picking it apart to consider its ramifications or examining the evidence for or against it, may reveal some unexpected insight. Stargazers will often present ideas for discussion not to get others to agree with them, but because they think that breaking them down may prove useful.

Dre at 11:52, 30 September 2025

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	The Net of the Heavens amplifies the effect of resonance; the more pivotal the node the greater the potential effects. The most important node of all is the Empire itself - the one node that is capable of affecting all the others. By enchanting the Empire, a magician can achieve a profound influence on the lives of everyone in it - and indeed on the other nations outside the Empire who interact with it. The handful of times that magicians have enchanted the entire Empire with a magical effect demonstrate the power of this magic. Recent examples such as the [[The_prime_colour_of_the_world\|380YE Spring casting of Hallow of the Green World]], the [[Forests_of_the_night\|Winter 380YE]] and [[Touch the night\|Spring 383YE]] performances of Wondrous Forests, the and even [[In_brightest_day\|the 380YE Autumn equinox use of experimental Night magic]] to encourage artistic expression - have all provided significant benefits to the Empire. "''Shaping the omnihedron''" - evoking magic on such a scale - is still a poorly explored art but the potential is massive.		The Net of the Heavens amplifies the effect of resonance; the more pivotal the node the greater the potential effects. The most important node of all is the Empire itself - the one node that is capable of affecting all the others. By enchanting the Empire, a magician can achieve a profound influence on the lives of everyone in it - and indeed on the other nations outside the Empire who interact with it. The handful of times that magicians have enchanted the entire Empire with a magical effect demonstrate the power of this magic. Recent examples such as the [[The_prime_colour_of_the_world\|380YE Spring casting of Hallow of the Green World]], the [[Forests_of_the_night\|Winter 380YE]] and [[Touch the night\|Spring 383YE]] performances of Wondrous Forests, the and even [[In_brightest_day\|the 380YE Autumn equinox use of experimental Night magic]] to encourage artistic expression - have all provided significant benefits to the Empire. "''Shaping the omnihedron''" - evoking magic on such a scale - is still a poorly explored art but the potential is massive.

	Resonance creates the potential for unexpected side effects which are not always positive and the more powerful the magic, the more likely this might prove troublesome. For example, [[Hallow of the Green World]] encourages the growth of plants, but at ~~it's~~ core it is still a ritual of [[Spring magic]] - the life it encourages grows without concern for boundaries or respect for civilisation. If the Empire were permanently enchanted with this ritual, then the results would be disastrous as verdant plant life overran every town and city.		Resonance creates the potential for unexpected side effects which are not always positive and the more powerful the magic, the more likely this might prove troublesome. For example, [[Hallow of the Green World]] encourages the growth of plants, but at its core it is still a ritual of [[Spring magic]] - the life it encourages grows without concern for boundaries or respect for civilisation. If the Empire were permanently enchanted with this ritual, then the results would be disastrous as verdant plant life overran every town and city.

	The solution, according to stargazers, is to cycle through these rituals, using each in turn in a specific order. Doing so could bring unprecedented benefits, depending on exactly what rituals were used and in what order. This "key to the omnihedron" is a topic of heated discussion among stargazers. Some argue that until Imperial lore contains one Empire-wide enchantment for each realm the omnihedron must remain theoretical; others point out that with three rituals already complete it is possible to test the hypothesis by performing them in order to see what happens.		The solution, according to stargazers, is to cycle through these rituals, using each in turn in a specific order. Doing so could bring unprecedented benefits, depending on exactly what rituals were used and in what order. This "key to the omnihedron" is a topic of heated discussion among stargazers. Some argue that until Imperial lore contains one Empire-wide enchantment for each realm the omnihedron must remain theoretical; others point out that with three rituals already complete it is possible to test the hypothesis by performing them in order to see what happens.
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	It is a good idea to have some understanding of how magic actually works in Empire. There's a wiki page for each of the realms of magic, as well as a page of [[ritual theory]], and these will help you get a grip on what magic at Empire can do, and what it struggles with. Getting the hang of resonance and dissonance is important - so you can always send an email to [mailto:matt@profounddecisions.co.uk matt@profounddecisions.co.uk] if you have any questions about this. Don't feel like you have to understand it all immediately - that just gives you more reasons to talk to other magicians once you start playing.		It is a good idea to have some understanding of how magic actually works in Empire. There's a wiki page for each of the realms of magic, as well as a page of [[ritual theory]], and these will help you get a grip on what magic at Empire can do, and what it struggles with. Getting the hang of resonance and dissonance is important - so you can always send an email to [mailto:matt@profounddecisions.co.uk matt@profounddecisions.co.uk] if you have any questions about this. Don't feel like you have to understand it all immediately - that just gives you more reasons to talk to other magicians once you start playing.

	Who you are going to cast rituals with is an important decision for any ritual magician and stargazers are no exception. If you are part of a group of magicians, then it's good idea to talk over which realms you'll all take with the group. You are likely to have more fun as part of a ritual coven casting powerful rituals together than as an individual working alone, so it's well-worth discussing with your group what kinds of magic you are all interested in and picking accordingly. This will make it easier for you to work with arcane projections which often require high levels of ritual lore to perform, and may allow you to explore high magnitude rituals in pursuit of the omnihedron if your coven is powerful enough. If you are attending Anvil on your own, then it's best to keep your options for magical expertise open if you can. Finding a coven to join is likely to be an important early goal for your character. If you keep your options flexible then you'll be more appealing to any potential ritual groups you might want to join. While it's appealing to want to be the most powerful ritual mage ever known - it's better to have that as a character goal than a characterisation!		Who you are going to cast rituals with is an important decision for any ritual magician and stargazers are no exception. If you are part of a group of magicians, then it's a good idea to talk over which realms you'll all take with the group. You are likely to have more fun as part of a ritual coven casting powerful rituals together than as an individual working alone, so it's well-worth discussing with your group what kinds of magic you are all interested in and picking accordingly. This will make it easier for you to work with arcane projections which often require high levels of ritual lore to perform, and may allow you to explore high magnitude rituals in pursuit of the omnihedron if your coven is powerful enough. If you are attending Anvil on your own, then it's best to keep your options for magical expertise open if you can. Finding a coven to join is likely to be an important early goal for your character. If you keep your options flexible then you'll be more appealing to any potential ritual groups you might want to join. While it's appealing to want to be the most powerful ritual mage ever known - it's better to have that as a character goal than a characterisation!

	A spire of stargazers could represent a school or college, or a group dedicated to experimenting with magic. You might all have similar opinions about how magic works or how it is best employed, but there's no requirement to do so. A spire can be just as much fun with competing schools of thought about esoteric lore, the [[#Omnihedron\|omnihedron]], the importance of resonance, or the Net of the Heavens. If you're a stargazer in a mixed spire, asking your fellows what kinds of magic excite them can give you a basis for a relationship and help you choose character goals. If some of the spire are magi interested in how best to influence the military council, your stargazer can be a real asset if they can develop useful arcane projections for new military magic for example.		A spire of stargazers could represent a school or college, or a group dedicated to experimenting with magic. You might all have similar opinions about how magic works or how it is best employed, but there's no requirement to do so. A spire can be just as much fun with competing schools of thought about esoteric lore, the [[#Omnihedron\|omnihedron]], the importance of resonance, or the Net of the Heavens. If you're a stargazer in a mixed spire, asking your fellows what kinds of magic excite them can give you a basis for a relationship and help you choose character goals. If some of the spire are magi interested in how best to influence the military council, your stargazer can be a real asset if they can develop useful arcane projections for new military magic for example.

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	===Resonance and the Omnihedron===		===Resonance and the Omnihedron===
	[[Ritual_theory#Resonance_and_Dissonance\|Resonance]] is traditionally understood to refer to the ''resonance and dissonance'' of the realms, the known strengths and weaknesses of each of the six spheres of magic. However, stargazers also use resonance to describe the [[roleplaying effects\|mental influence]] that a realm exerts on the target of a ritual. For example, a Spring ritual might make someone prone to anger, or a summer ritual might make them vain and boastful. The resonance of a powerful enchantment doesn't remove free will - direct [[~~Ritual_theory~~#Mind_Control_and_Silence\|mind-control]] is impossible with magic - but a skilful magician can sometimes use resonance to move the subject in a direction they favour. This potential intrigues stargazers who seek novel ways to use magic to achieve their goals; the right ritual on the right citizen at the right time might influence a vote of the Senate or change Imperial strategy.		[[Ritual_theory#Resonance_and_Dissonance\|Resonance]] is traditionally understood to refer to the ''resonance and dissonance'' of the realms, the known strengths and weaknesses of each of the six spheres of magic. However, stargazers also use resonance to describe the [[roleplaying effects\|mental influence]] that a realm exerts on the target of a ritual. For example, a Spring ritual might make someone prone to anger, or a summer ritual might make them vain and boastful. The resonance of a powerful enchantment doesn't remove free will - direct [[Limits_of_magic#Mind_Control_and_Silence\|mind-control]] is impossible with magic - but a skilful magician can sometimes use resonance to move the subject in a direction they favour. This potential intrigues stargazers who seek novel ways to use magic to achieve their goals; the right ritual on the right citizen at the right time might influence a vote of the Senate or change Imperial strategy.

	The Net of the Heavens amplifies the effect of resonance; the more pivotal the node the greater the potential effects. The most important node of all is the Empire itself - the one node that is capable of affecting all the others. By enchanting the Empire, a magician can achieve a profound influence on the lives of everyone in it - and indeed on the other nations outside the Empire who interact with it. The handful of times that magicians have enchanted the entire Empire with a magical effect demonstrate the power of this magic. Recent examples such as the [[The_prime_colour_of_the_world\|380YE Spring casting of Hallow of the Green World]], the [[Forests_of_the_night\|Winter 380YE]] and [[Touch the night\|Spring 383YE]] performances of Wondrous Forests, the and even [[In_brightest_day\|the 380YE Autumn equinox use of experimental Night magic]] to encourage artistic expression - have all provided significant benefits to the Empire. "''Shaping the omnihedron''" - evoking magic on such a scale - is still a poorly explored art but the potential is massive.		The Net of the Heavens amplifies the effect of resonance; the more pivotal the node the greater the potential effects. The most important node of all is the Empire itself - the one node that is capable of affecting all the others. By enchanting the Empire, a magician can achieve a profound influence on the lives of everyone in it - and indeed on the other nations outside the Empire who interact with it. The handful of times that magicians have enchanted the entire Empire with a magical effect demonstrate the power of this magic. Recent examples such as the [[The_prime_colour_of_the_world\|380YE Spring casting of Hallow of the Green World]], the [[Forests_of_the_night\|Winter 380YE]] and [[Touch the night\|Spring 383YE]] performances of Wondrous Forests, the and even [[In_brightest_day\|the 380YE Autumn equinox use of experimental Night magic]] to encourage artistic expression - have all provided significant benefits to the Empire. "''Shaping the omnihedron''" - evoking magic on such a scale - is still a poorly explored art but the potential is massive.

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	[[Ritual_theory#Resonance_and_Dissonance\|Resonance]] is traditionally understood to refer to the ''resonance and dissonance'' of the realms, the known strengths and weaknesses of each of the six spheres of magic. However, stargazers also use resonance to describe the [[roleplaying effects\|mental influence]] that a realm exerts on the target of a ritual. For example, a Spring ritual might make someone prone to anger, or a summer ritual might make them vain and boastful. The resonance of a powerful enchantment doesn't remove free will - direct [[Ritual_theory#Mind_Control_and_Silence\|mind-control]] is impossible with magic - but a skilful magician can sometimes use resonance to move the subject in a direction they favour. This potential intrigues stargazers who seek novel ways to use magic to achieve their goals; the right ritual on the right citizen at the right time might influence a vote of the Senate or change Imperial strategy.		[[Ritual_theory#Resonance_and_Dissonance\|Resonance]] is traditionally understood to refer to the ''resonance and dissonance'' of the realms, the known strengths and weaknesses of each of the six spheres of magic. However, stargazers also use resonance to describe the [[roleplaying effects\|mental influence]] that a realm exerts on the target of a ritual. For example, a Spring ritual might make someone prone to anger, or a summer ritual might make them vain and boastful. The resonance of a powerful enchantment doesn't remove free will - direct [[Ritual_theory#Mind_Control_and_Silence\|mind-control]] is impossible with magic - but a skilful magician can sometimes use resonance to move the subject in a direction they favour. This potential intrigues stargazers who seek novel ways to use magic to achieve their goals; the right ritual on the right citizen at the right time might influence a vote of the Senate or change Imperial strategy.

	The Net of the Heavens amplifies the effect of resonance; the more pivotal the node the greater the potential effects. The most important node of all is the Empire itself - the one node that is capable of affecting all the others. By enchanting the Empire, a magician can achieve a profound influence on the lives of everyone in it - and indeed on the other nations outside the Empire who interact with it. The handful of times that magicians have enchanted the entire Empire with a magical effect demonstrate the power of this magic. Recent examples such as the [[The_prime_colour_of_the_world\|380YE Spring casting of Hallow of the Green World]], the [[Forests_of_the_night\|Winter 380YE ~~performance~~ of Wondrous Forests]], the and even [[In_brightest_day\|the 380YE Autumn equinox use of experimental Night magic]] to encourage artistic expression - have all provided significant benefits to the Empire. "''Shaping the omnihedron''" - evoking magic on such a scale - is still a poorly explored art but the potential is massive.		The Net of the Heavens amplifies the effect of resonance; the more pivotal the node the greater the potential effects. The most important node of all is the Empire itself - the one node that is capable of affecting all the others. By enchanting the Empire, a magician can achieve a profound influence on the lives of everyone in it - and indeed on the other nations outside the Empire who interact with it. The handful of times that magicians have enchanted the entire Empire with a magical effect demonstrate the power of this magic. Recent examples such as the [[The_prime_colour_of_the_world\|380YE Spring casting of Hallow of the Green World]], the [[Forests_of_the_night\|Winter 380YE]] and [[Touch the night\|Spring 383YE]] performances of Wondrous Forests, the and even [[In_brightest_day\|the 380YE Autumn equinox use of experimental Night magic]] to encourage artistic expression - have all provided significant benefits to the Empire. "''Shaping the omnihedron''" - evoking magic on such a scale - is still a poorly explored art but the potential is massive.

	Resonance creates the potential for unexpected side effects which are not always positive and the more powerful the magic, the more likely this might prove troublesome. For example, [[Hallow of the Green World]] encourages the growth of plants, but at it's core it is still a ritual of [[Spring magic]] - the life it encourages grows without concern for boundaries or respect for civilisation. If the Empire were permanently enchanted with this ritual, then the results would be disastrous as verdant plant life overran every town and city.		Resonance creates the potential for unexpected side effects which are not always positive and the more powerful the magic, the more likely this might prove troublesome. For example, [[Hallow of the Green World]] encourages the growth of plants, but at it's core it is still a ritual of [[Spring magic]] - the life it encourages grows without concern for boundaries or respect for civilisation. If the Empire were permanently enchanted with this ritual, then the results would be disastrous as verdant plant life overran every town and city.

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	[[Ritual_theory#Resonance_and_Dissonance\|Resonance]] is traditionally understood to refer to the ''resonance and dissonance'' of the realms, the known strengths and weaknesses of each of the six spheres of magic. However, stargazers also use resonance to describe the [[roleplaying effects\|mental influence]] that a realm exerts on the target of a ritual. For example, a Spring ritual might make someone prone to anger, or a summer ritual might make them vain and boastful. The resonance of a powerful enchantment doesn't remove free will - direct [[Ritual_theory#Mind_Control_and_Silence\|mind-control]] is impossible with magic - but a skilful magician can sometimes use resonance to move the subject in a direction they favour. This potential intrigues stargazers who seek novel ways to use magic to achieve their goals; the right ritual on the right citizen at the right time might influence a vote of the Senate or change Imperial strategy.		[[Ritual_theory#Resonance_and_Dissonance\|Resonance]] is traditionally understood to refer to the ''resonance and dissonance'' of the realms, the known strengths and weaknesses of each of the six spheres of magic. However, stargazers also use resonance to describe the [[roleplaying effects\|mental influence]] that a realm exerts on the target of a ritual. For example, a Spring ritual might make someone prone to anger, or a summer ritual might make them vain and boastful. The resonance of a powerful enchantment doesn't remove free will - direct [[Ritual_theory#Mind_Control_and_Silence\|mind-control]] is impossible with magic - but a skilful magician can sometimes use resonance to move the subject in a direction they favour. This potential intrigues stargazers who seek novel ways to use magic to achieve their goals; the right ritual on the right citizen at the right time might influence a vote of the Senate or change Imperial strategy.

	The Net of the Heavens amplifies the effect of resonance; the more pivotal the node the greater the potential effects. The most important node of all is the Empire itself - the one node that is capable of affecting all the others. By enchanting the Empire, a magician can achieve a profound influence on the lives of everyone in it - and indeed on the other nations outside the Empire who interact with it. The handful of times that magicians have enchanted the entire Empire with a magical effect demonstrate the power of this magic. Recent examples such as the [[The_prime_colour_of_the_world\|380YE Hallow of the Green World]], the [[Forests_of_the_night\|~~381 YE~~ performance of Wondrous Forests]], the and even [[In_brightest_day\|the 380YE experimental Night magic ~~enchantment~~]] ~~that encouraged~~ artistic expression - have all provided significant benefits to the Empire. "''Shaping the omnihedron''" - evoking magic on such a scale - is still a poorly explored art but the potential is massive.		The Net of the Heavens amplifies the effect of resonance; the more pivotal the node the greater the potential effects. The most important node of all is the Empire itself - the one node that is capable of affecting all the others. By enchanting the Empire, a magician can achieve a profound influence on the lives of everyone in it - and indeed on the other nations outside the Empire who interact with it. The handful of times that magicians have enchanted the entire Empire with a magical effect demonstrate the power of this magic. Recent examples such as the [[The_prime_colour_of_the_world\|380YE Spring casting of Hallow of the Green World]], the [[Forests_of_the_night\|Winter 380YE performance of Wondrous Forests]], the and even [[In_brightest_day\|the 380YE Autumn equinox use of experimental Night magic]] to encourage artistic expression - have all provided significant benefits to the Empire. "''Shaping the omnihedron''" - evoking magic on such a scale - is still a poorly explored art but the potential is massive.

	Resonance creates the potential for unexpected side effects which are not always positive and the more powerful the magic, the more likely this might prove troublesome. For example, [[Hallow of the Green World]] encourages the growth of plants, but at it's core it is still a ritual of [[Spring magic]] - the life it encourages grows without concern for boundaries or respect for civilisation. If the Empire were permanently enchanted with this ritual, then the results would be disastrous as verdant plant life overran every town and city.		Resonance creates the potential for unexpected side effects which are not always positive and the more powerful the magic, the more likely this might prove troublesome. For example, [[Hallow of the Green World]] encourages the growth of plants, but at it's core it is still a ritual of [[Spring magic]] - the life it encourages grows without concern for boundaries or respect for civilisation. If the Empire were permanently enchanted with this ritual, then the results would be disastrous as verdant plant life overran every town and city.

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	[[Ritual_theory#Resonance_and_Dissonance\|Resonance]] is traditionally understood to refer to the ''resonance and dissonance'' of the realms, the known strengths and weaknesses of each of the six spheres of magic. However, stargazers also use resonance to describe the [[roleplaying effects\|mental influence]] that a realm exerts on the target of a ritual. For example, a Spring ritual might make someone prone to anger, or a summer ritual might make them vain and boastful. The resonance of a powerful enchantment doesn't remove free will - direct [[Ritual_theory#Mind_Control_and_Silence\|mind-control]] is impossible with magic - but a skilful magician can sometimes use resonance to move the subject in a direction they favour. This potential intrigues stargazers who seek novel ways to use magic to achieve their goals; the right ritual on the right citizen at the right time might influence a vote of the Senate or change Imperial strategy.		[[Ritual_theory#Resonance_and_Dissonance\|Resonance]] is traditionally understood to refer to the ''resonance and dissonance'' of the realms, the known strengths and weaknesses of each of the six spheres of magic. However, stargazers also use resonance to describe the [[roleplaying effects\|mental influence]] that a realm exerts on the target of a ritual. For example, a Spring ritual might make someone prone to anger, or a summer ritual might make them vain and boastful. The resonance of a powerful enchantment doesn't remove free will - direct [[Ritual_theory#Mind_Control_and_Silence\|mind-control]] is impossible with magic - but a skilful magician can sometimes use resonance to move the subject in a direction they favour. This potential intrigues stargazers who seek novel ways to use magic to achieve their goals; the right ritual on the right citizen at the right time might influence a vote of the Senate or change Imperial strategy.

	The Net of the Heavens amplifies the effect of resonance; the more pivotal the node the greater the potential effects. The most important node of all is the Empire itself - the one node that is capable of affecting all the others. By enchanting the Empire, a magician can achieve a profound influence on the lives of everyone in it - and indeed on the other nations outside the Empire who interact with it. The handful of times that magicians have enchanted the entire Empire with a magical effect demonstrate the power of this magic. Recent examples such as ~~- '''LINK TO WINDS OF FORTUNE'''~~ - have all provided significant benefits to the Empire. "''Shaping the omnihedron''" - evoking magic on such a scale - is still a poorly explored art but the potential is massive.		The Net of the Heavens amplifies the effect of resonance; the more pivotal the node the greater the potential effects. The most important node of all is the Empire itself - the one node that is capable of affecting all the others. By enchanting the Empire, a magician can achieve a profound influence on the lives of everyone in it - and indeed on the other nations outside the Empire who interact with it. The handful of times that magicians have enchanted the entire Empire with a magical effect demonstrate the power of this magic. Recent examples such as the [[The_prime_colour_of_the_world\|380YE Hallow of the Green World]], the [[Forests_of_the_night\|381 YE performance of Wondrous Forests]], the and even [[In_brightest_day\|the 380YE experimental Night magic enchantment]] that encouraged artistic expression - have all provided significant benefits to the Empire. "''Shaping the omnihedron''" - evoking magic on such a scale - is still a poorly explored art but the potential is massive.

	Resonance creates the potential for unexpected side effects which are not always positive and the more powerful the magic, the more likely this might prove troublesome. For example, [[Hallow of the Green World]] encourages the growth of plants, but at it's core it is still a ritual of [[Spring magic]] - the life it encourages grows without concern for boundaries or respect for civilisation. If the Empire were permanently enchanted with this ritual, then the results would be disastrous as verdant plant life overran every town and city.		Resonance creates the potential for unexpected side effects which are not always positive and the more powerful the magic, the more likely this might prove troublesome. For example, [[Hallow of the Green World]] encourages the growth of plants, but at it's core it is still a ritual of [[Spring magic]] - the life it encourages grows without concern for boundaries or respect for civilisation. If the Empire were permanently enchanted with this ritual, then the results would be disastrous as verdant plant life overran every town and city.

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	Stargazers are scholars of magical lore who possess a deep and powerful ''love'' of magic in all its forms. Even the most cerebral stargazer is excited by magic - exuberant in their desire not just to perform it, but to deepen their understanding of it. They push the boundaries of magic, seeking out new understanding, uncovering new secrets, and performing new rituals that have never been cast before.		Stargazers are scholars of magical lore who possess a deep and powerful ''love'' of magic in all its forms. Even the most cerebral stargazer is excited by magic - exuberant in their desire not just to perform it, but to deepen their understanding of it. They push the boundaries of magic, seeking out new understanding, uncovering new secrets, and performing new rituals that have never been cast before.

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	==Overview==		==Overview==
	Stargazers are scholars of magical lore who possess a deep and powerful ''love'' of magic in all its forms. Even the most cerebral stargazer is excited by magic - exuberant in their desire not just to perform it, but to deepen their understanding of it. They push the boundaries of magic, seeking out new understanding, uncovering new secrets, and performing new rituals that have never been cast before.		Stargazers are scholars of magical lore who possess a deep and powerful ''love'' of magic in all its forms. Even the most cerebral stargazer is excited by magic - exuberant in their desire not just to perform it, but to deepen their understanding of it. They push the boundaries of magic, seeking out new understanding, uncovering new secrets, and performing new rituals that have never been cast before.