Gifts



Gifts are rare, innate abilities. Some Gifts will only awaken in individuals with the Spark but there are many which can be used by people without a talent for magic.

Foretelling
Foretelling is the ability to tell the future with unerring accuracy, if not always great clarity. The ability is believed to be linked to the Balance of magic but the user does not need the Spark to be able to Foretell. Indeed, it is usually not under the control of the speaker as to when it comes upon her (or him), and sometimes they do not remember, themselves, what they have Foretold. It is a very rare Gift and is considered to be the most precious; in the past, Foretellers have warned Renicia of many threats and helped prepare for them.

Dreamwalking
Dreamwalkers have the ability to enter the Dream World at will; a metaphysical realm where individuals travel to dream. If Foretellers are the masters of the future, then Dreamwalkers are the masters of the present. This ability is often used to travel through this strange, parallel world and observe the world’s changes. It can also be used as a method of communication as experienced Dreamwalkers can enter the dreams of people sleeping and speak to them. Though doing this is extremely dangerous, as nightmares are real in the Dream World and it is where the origin of the Chaosfiends is located.

Skinchanging
Skinchangers are born with the ability to shift into the form of an animal. This animal is chosen randomly from their first experience and it cannot be changed for the rest of their life. It is a rare Gift and most Skinchangers hide their secret because of the mixed response they receive about their ability. They are rarely trusted. There is no time limit for how long they can remain in their animal form but if they ignore their Gift and do not shift for some time, they can begin to feel unstable and ill.

Truthtelling
The Spark is not required for this useful Gift. Truthtellers can sense when someone is being dishonest and their presence can ‘encourage’ the truth from someone. This ability does not compel or force another to obey. It is a very subtle talent which encourages people to speak their mind without fully realising it. In the past, there have been well respected Truthtellers who use their art in politics or law, but there are also other examples where it was used for crime or selfish reasons.

Spirit Healing
Spirit Healers have a stronger connection to the spirit element. They are able to use raw spiritual energy from the Balance of magic, weaving the most powerful healing spells. It is a rare Gift and is hugely desired and respected by all Mage organisations. Healing is a natural skill to Spirit Healers and even they do not understand how their unique way of healing works.