Antiquarians have debated on the true origins of magic. Some say that Lucifer, one of the gods of Terra, had brought magic to mankind, knowing full well that humanity would destroy itself with his gift. Others accuse Mr. Satan, the great deceiver himself, who supposedly persuaded Lucifer to carry out such a foolish deed. Meanwhile, the Ascendant order declares that it is the source of all magic and all other forms of sorcery are merely a pale version of itself. Still, those who have studied the ancient records of Terra say that magic had always existed, but a mighty being distilled its raw form to create the five types to benefit humanity, then was slain by mankind with the very craft that it granted.
What is known is that the individuals known as Archmages, the mage emperors of present day Terra, are masters of the craft, rediscovering spells considered long lost. Feuding with one another in their bids for power, the once noble art form has been perverted into a craft for war. The conflict is eternal, for it is written that no Archmage truly dies; he only retreats back to Hell to plan his retaliation.
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