Natural Philosophy is the name given to studies of the mechanics and nature of the world around us (generally in the absence of magical intervention). The field extends to the workings of the human body, larger patterns of human society, and the complicated exchange of forces that push up mountains and keep celestial bodies spinning in harmony. It's about careful observation and diligent reasoning rather than dramatic displays of personal power - and, as such, there are some who question its place in a school largely devoted to practical magical applications. Still, the faculty believe that grounding students in a solid understanding of how the universe works when it's not being mucked about can only improve their understanding of the consequences of mucking.
Dominant Attribute: Intelligence
Training Levels and Unlocks:[]
- New Lease (Lore)
- Thoughtful Study (Action)
- Brawn for Brains (Spell)
- Natural Focus (Ability)
- Nature of the Vagabond (Lore)
- Explain Phenomenon (Action)
- Museum of Man (Location)
- Overwhelming Evidence (Action)
- Lone Warrior of Mental Decree (Lore)
- Reasonable Guess (Action)
- Natural Curiosity (Ability)
Related Links:[]
- Abilities - Natural Philosophy
- Actions - Natural Philosophy
- Expand - Natural Philosophy
- Items - Natural Philosophy
- Locations - Natural Philosophy
- Phemes - Natural Philosophy
- Spells - Natural Philosophy
Anatomy[]
This often misunderstood discipline is one of many more gray lines than of black and white. While many cultures still prohibit the dissection of human remains, those that have allowed it have learned much about how the human body works. Muscles and tendons, blood and bones...these are the areas of anatomy. Some find it unsavory, but to those who study it, Anatomy is nothing less than a gift from the gods.
Dominant Attribute: Intelligence
Training Levels and Unlocks[]
- Strength (Pheme), Artistic Anatomy (Lore)
- Certification and Dissection (Lore)
- Proximal (Pheme)
- Discern Weaknesses (Ability)
- Superficial Anatomy (Lore)
- Comparative Anatomy (Lore)
- Distal (Pheme)
- Bruised Joint (Spell)
- Theodore the Grave Robber (Lore)
- Discern Vulnerabilities (Ability)
- Chirurgery maximum + 1
How to Raise Skill Maximum:[]
- Natural Philosophy - Biology 11
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- Abilities - Anatomy
- Actions - Anatomy
- Expand - Anatomy
- Items - Anatomy
- Locations - Anatomy
- Phemes - Anatomy
- Spells - Anatomy
Anthropology[]
Dominant Attribute: Intelligence
Whose culture is older… that of the Villocians or that of the Chorians? Is Elumian a more complex language that Chorian, or does Bassan take the prize hands down? While there are no real right or wrong answers in the Skill of Anthropology, it is the questions themselves that are important. This budding Skill has been around in an amateur fashion for several centuries. Recent years have seen a boom in those wishing to study Anthropology, though, indicating the rise in curiosity people have in one another. With the slow disintegration of the Empire and the lessening of communications, this Skill is even more important in making sure people understand each other through both the good times and the bad.
Training Levels and Unlocks[]
- Magic (Pheme), Study of Anthropology (Lore)
- Comparative (Pheme)
- Compatible (Pheme), Anthropology of Herbalism (Lore)
- Manning 'Bushwacker' Polingrath - Catalog I (Shop)
- Assess Type (Spell)
- Air (Pheme), Unilinealism (Lore)
- Trans-Cultural Diffusion (Lore)
- Imperial Palace: Tapestry Room
- Colonization and Anthropology (Lore)
- Cultural Judgment (Action)
- Manning ‘Bushwacker’ Polingrath – Catalog II (Shop)
How to Raise Skill Maximum:[]
- Research Topic: Anthropology 10
Related Links:[]
- Abilities - Anthropology
- Actions - Anthropology
- Expand - Anthropology
- Items - Anthropology
- Locations - Anthropology
- Phemes - Anthropology
- Spells - Anthropology
Archaeology[]
Dominant Attribute: Intelligence
Understanding the past in order to create a better future…that’s the archaeologist’s creed! Though finding evidence of mankind from before the time of the Dragons is difficult, the few finds are extremely intriguing. Without extant written records, archaeologists have learned to sift through garbage piles, old and crumbling walls, and even dried up lake bottoms in search of the answers to questions most of the wizarding world has never thought of thinking of. The Skill of Archaeology is one best left to the curious and the dedicated; those looking to make money by finding old treasures had best look to their balance sheets and wands! Those looking for adventure and eventful lives should study something else as well, for the tediousness of planning, funding, and digging can never be thought of as eventful. Those who wish to find the answers at any cost should press on with Archaeology, for it is they that will find the most rewarding experiences and information.
Training Levels and Unlocks[]
- Preserve (Pheme)
- Time (Pheme), The Black Market (Lore)
- An Expose on Numerology (Lore)
- Defense Against Time (Spell)
- Decay (Pheme)
- Earth (Pheme), Archaeological Patrons (Lore)
- The Wyrm Yurarauth Archaeological Dig (Location)
- The Study of the Human Past (Lore)
- Visitation Rights to The Wyrm Yurarauth Archaeological Dig
- Press of Time (Spell)
- The Captivity of Man +1 Skill Maximum
How to Raise Skill Maximum:[]
- Research Topic: Archaeology 10
Related Links:[]
- Abilities - Archaeology
- Actions - Archaeology
- Expand - Archaeology
- Items - Archaeology
- Locations - Archaeology
- Phemes - Archaeology
- Spells - Archaeology
Biology[]
Dominant Attribute: Intelligence
The understanding of living things is the Biologists’ call. Sadly, though, it is a call that few and far between hearken to. The investigation of living things is usually parsed out among several other Skills such as Botany and Animal Husbandry; what those who ignore Biology fail to understand is that without the deep and focused study of Biology, mankind will remain forever stuck in the age of mythology and mystery. The few investigations that have been done in biology have revealed advances for Chirurgeons and Botanists already, with promises of more to come.
Training Levels and Unlocks[]
- Sickness (Pheme)
- Taxonomy or Classification (Lore)
- Health (Pheme), Brawn for Brains (Spell)
- The Organismic Studies (Lore)
- Humours (Pheme)
- An Herbalist's Pride and Purpose (Lore)
- Foul Humours (Spell)
- Biological Systematics (Lore)
- The Layman Biologist (Lore)
- Samples Warehouse (Location)
- Anatomy maximum + 1
How to Raise Skill Maximum:[]
- Research Topic: Biology 10
Related Links:[]
- Abilities - Biology
- Actions - Biology
- Expand - Biology
- Items - Biology
- Locations - Biology
- Phemes - Biology
- Spells - Biology
Chirurgery[]
Dominant Attribute: Intelligence
Chirurgery is the art of those who tend to the sick or the wounded; it requires a strong basis in Biology, Incantation, Revision, and Arithmetic. Those who pursue Chirurgery are like to acquire fame and fortune, but it is not for the weak of heart or the small of mind. To be a Chirurgeon is a lofty goal, one many have but few attain. For those who do reach the pinnacle of education, many secrets will be revealed. Many, many more will be discovered along the way as well, thus opening up greater avenues for fame and fortune.
Levels and Unlocks[]
- Intelligence (Pheme), The Art of Chirurgery (Lore)
- Barbers (Lore)
- Minetan Societie of Chirurgeons, Catalog (Shop)
- The Bloodletting of Mary Angeline (Lore)
- Excise (Pheme)
- Flesh (Pheme), Using Honey to Close Wounds (Lore)
- The Trepanation of Celeste Maes (Lore)
- Tend Familiar (Spell)
- Healing Touch (Spell)
- Ilturno's Apothecary, Merchant (Shop)
- Redress All Wounds (Action)
How to Raise Skill Maximum:[]
- Natural Philosophy - Anatomy 11