Spirits

Author: NineOfSpades

For everything of this world, there is a spirit. Living beings, tree's, rocks, a blacksmiths tools, a childs doll. Most of these spirits are simple, and lack much strength to act, even when called upon by a Theurgist. However, the grander the presence in the physical realm, the grander the spirit. So while the spirit of a single tree might only be able to exert a moderate influence upon the world, the spirit of a famous mountain which has been honored for generations would be something akin to a deity. Just as mortal beings may possess an infinate variety of traits, characteristics and qualities which make up their identity, so too may a spirits. Even the simpliest ones have their own wants and needs, offering their favor to those who win their trust, and lashing out in spite against those who have wronged them. This likely is the origin of a great many superstitions, small acts meant to appease the spirits.

As all things have a spirit, when a mortal being dies, its spirit still lingers, a shadow of the person they once were. Theurgists are often sought out for this purpose, acting as a medium to contact the dead. But one must always recall that spirits can be fickle, and their aid always comes with a price. Act with caution, friend, for just as we may use magic to enter their realm, occasionally a spirit will cross over into our world. And when that happens, you had best pray that the spirit has not come to enact vengeance against you.