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White Magic
 THE SPIRIT OF SERENITY:
 The term
"White Magic" was coined, initially, so that there would be a
diametric opposite in the occult world to the practice of black magic.
Developing initially only as a counterbalance to that art, White Magic
has come a long way and is now a fully developed art with a distinct
characteristic: the use of White Light.
The "White Light" is an energy form, of sorts, which has come to
popularity in the last 50 years or so, progressing in equal measure as
the New Age movement merges into society. With the New Age movement at
full tilt, the use of White Light has finally achieved the recognition
it so deserves. Often incorporated into healing works, spells for
defense, as protection during attempts at psychism, and as a purifier,
the White Light is primarily used to set right those things which
would interfere with the normal operations of life.
Used in healing, there is
a tendency for a White Mage to take a different approach than the
standard Healer. Instead of realigning that which has fallen out of
order, as would be common practice for a healer, the purifying
potential of the ethereal light acts more as a benevolent
chemotherapy, wiping out any and all foreign energies of any sort,
thus granting a fresh start. This mighty boon is one of the many uses
this energy is put to. There are no known side effects to using this
energy, and those that practice with it on a regular basis can not say
enough about the restorative powers they have gained. It is a flushing
out of energy which might conflict with the interests of the ill host,
and a replacement with the pure (almost holy) power of White Magic. It
will not be the same as a conscious realignment of the ethereal body
as a Healer may try, but it has been known, nonetheless, to achieve
miraculous results. To calm the mind, the cleanse the spirit, and to
refresh the body through the use of the potent energy of the White
Mage has long been an inspiration to many castes, and it is the
foundational power through which some forms of psychism, wizardry, and
summoning have found safety and security. Healing, for a White Mage,
does not end at the body, though. Healing of this sort extends further
to include what kind of vibration the host is emanating, the condition
of their aura, and the state of their mind. It is a complete revival
of one so imbued, and is indeed the definition of "blessing", to a
large extent.
On top of the internal
and healing aspects of this art is the ability to affect the outside
forces. The world is filled with interference, and the White Mage
understands this. it is their art's unimposing nature which fully
brings to light this facet of life. Instead of falling victim to the
whims of other casters, as indeed most magicians do, and instead of
becoming the unfortunate target of some errant ripple initiated at
some level, the White Mage hones the ability to defend themselves by
refining defense techniques. The axiom often used in this art is "It
is easier to create one solid defense than to destroy multiple
enemies." Taking this ideology to heart, as is easy to do in this
caste, the White Mage often devotes at least a small amount of time in
their studies in finding immunities against other types of magic. This
is not (usually) so they can walk around and jeer other casters (as
would be foolish to do), but to prevent the "helpless victim" syndrome
that many fall prey to. The misconception is that the White Mage is
defenseless, but indeed this could not be further from the truth. They
are the most highly defended caste of any and tend to be the most
mindful of making sure they are not being tampered with mystically.
The means to this cleansing is found in another landmark ability of
the White Mage.
Purification and cleaning
of an area before attempting a mystic working is nearly tantamount to
the casting of white magic itself. The purity of the nodal
environments made by a White Mage allows them to sufficiently amplify
their power enough to keep any and all other mystic influences at bay
while ensuring the magician themselves suffers no such impotence. This
ability -- to purify an area through the use of the white light energy
-- manifests in many forms. While casting a spell, many White Mages
find it a benefit to first purify the area they are working in. This
same sort of procedure is found in many ritual magicks, as well,
thinking specifically of Wiccan and High Magick methods of creating
consecrated space. Within this nexus the White Mage finds their
strength and solace. It is an area where they can not be assaulted by
the mystic noise of the outside world and where they can properly use
their energy of choice in the most appropriate manner without
hindrance. Likewise, when some thing or being which is not synched
with the nodal powers of the White Mage, it either must align with,
leave, or overwhelm the power of the White Mage; there is no
compromise.
To understand the
interaction of this energy with the other mystic and terrestrial
energies of this world is vitally important. In discovering how these
forces interact with one another, the White Mage can find themselves
at perfect peace. The secret is in their ability to bring stillness to
the other energies of this world. Often called a "mute" spell, the
pure energies of the White Mage can be used as a cushioning against
the malignant and chaotic energies of the outside world. Peace can be
brought to a given situation, greatly in contrast to the Black Mage's
ability to bring destruction, through mindful imposition of these
powerfully sedating energies. Negating and sometimes even completely
halting other mystic operations, supposing the caster has enough
skill, the white light can be used to find a perfect peace in an
otherwise chaotic and disorderly environment. The halt of the virtual
mystic maelstrom that screams around most people as they obliviously
continue through their day is said to be an experience of pure
invigoration like no other. White Mages who have used this ability,
according to one legend, find that time seems to stop. It is as though
all the cares and worries of this world are left behind, the cacophony
of life is silenced, and all things are perfect in the consecrated
space of a white mage. Their perfect sanctuary, created through the
application of the white light, is a haven and resting place for those
lucky enough to experience it.
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