Aegic Magic

History
For centuries, there have been witches who master the art of mental protection. Derived from the word Aegis, this Magic, much like other forms, is an ancient art passed down through generations by blood. Aegic Magic can sometimes be seen as the natural counterpart to Manipulation Magic, due to its nature to act as a shield. Many users describe Aegic Magic as something that is best learned from a Blood Born--that is, typically, the only successful use of Aegic Magic thus far has been from Blood Born witches. There are instances of witches learning this Magic despite not inheriting it, but the chances of it being of any use are significantly lower, if at all.

Use
Aegic Magic is essentially used as a shield to other types of Magic that may affect a witch through means of the brain. Manipulation users are most notably the kind that Aegic users can shield themselves from. Their brains are essentially impenetrable to outside forces of Magic. Aegic Magic does not, unfortunately, shield the user from physical types of Magic, such as Potions, Elemental Magic of any kind, Blood Magic, Necromancy, and Shadow Magic cannot be fended off by Aegic users; Healing Magic, however, does not apply to this list, and whether or not it is shielded off by an Aegic user is completely up to them. In rare instances, Aegic users may be strong enough to share their Magic shield with another witch; it is impossible to do so with humans and other non magic users. Aegic Magic and its users are usually deemed "normal" people, which is to say, they are not considered proper witches by any government or society if they cannot use any other type of Magic.

Etymology
While Aegic is a fictional term, aegis is rooted in reality, and has a few meanings.


 * 1) means or method of defending
 * 2) to protect, back, or support a particular person or organization
 * 3) (of Greek mythology) a shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena

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