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More Thaumaturge stuff : Semi-off topic
Based on what you're saying, I'm guessing what you're referring to about Thaumaturges using Aether from the world is more your specific interpretation than something stated anywhere In-Game or by the Devs. Still, it's an interesting take on it. And yess. I really enjoy all the different ways one can go with magic, so it's neat to see how else it can be interpreted into a character.
As for Ether, I wasn't lying when I said I had a bunch of quotes! Here are some straight from the THM quests about how Ether is used to replenish depleted Aether.
Bolded for relevance. I know some people might choose not to acknowledge this, because a 'quick fix' isn't always the most interesting solution to a problem in any story, (nevermind it's likely just informing new players that 'hey look, this is a thing you can use to replenish your MP') but that's the reference to it I was talking about.
(04-16-2015, 11:03 PM)Kyrrae Lminia Wrote: Also I'd like to note that much of our THM lore are stabs in the dark, since the 1.0 THM lore was basically retconned. It's ignored in 2.0, and 2.0 emphasizes elements, vs in 1.0 THM didn't use elements, and was Astral/Umbral, Life/Death, Light/Dark. So basically what I've done, and most of the people I've rp'd with saw it the same way, so I didn't even realize it was different with others. (Yay for diversity! xD ) was simply taking the basics of how the job worked, based off of the actual in-game mechanics. I completely understand if someone sees it differently however, seeing as how vague the game is.
But in regard to the THM's using ether, it seemed like it was just a boost to their mana, not something that was depleted. I didn't see anything in the THM quests that indicated them depleting their resources, and then sitting around for it to regenerate. Especially since we know rp-wise, aether doesn't naturally refill very quickly, in any body.
Based on what you're saying, I'm guessing what you're referring to about Thaumaturges using Aether from the world is more your specific interpretation than something stated anywhere In-Game or by the Devs. Still, it's an interesting take on it. And yess. I really enjoy all the different ways one can go with magic, so it's neat to see how else it can be interpreted into a character.
As for Ether, I wasn't lying when I said I had a bunch of quotes! Here are some straight from the THM quests about how Ether is used to replenish depleted Aether.
Cocobani: The Threat of Paucity Wrote:#9 Cocobani
“But, oh, such desperation when the wellspring runs dry. Flame sputters out, ice melts into slush, and lightning sparks no longer. Know you this threat, and mind you the limits of your mortal vessel.â€
#10 Cocobani
A terrifying thought, isn't it? A thaumaturge who has exhausted her arcane reserves is naught but a woman with a stick and a funny hat!
#11 Cocobani
For we mages, you may as well equate the aetheric energy flowing through our veins with our very lifeblood─should a battle find us lacking in this precious resource, we are as good as dead.
#17 Cocobani
Tell me, <name> . What action would you take if you found your thaumaturgical endurance exhausted in the midst of battle?
#18 Cocobani
Oho? Most practical, indeed! A discreet withdrawal to await the replenishment of your energies is a sound strategy. But should there be nowhere left to run, a vial of ether can be your stoutest ally.
#20 Cocobani
And we certainly do not hit them with our finely crafted tools of thaumaturgy! Pray consider replenishing your energies with a vial of ether before humiliating yourself in melee combat.
Bolded for relevance. I know some people might choose not to acknowledge this, because a 'quick fix' isn't always the most interesting solution to a problem in any story, (nevermind it's likely just informing new players that 'hey look, this is a thing you can use to replenish your MP') but that's the reference to it I was talking about.