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Light Clan
A story from The Book of All; Provided by Ezriaphiel
Stone: Topaz
Counter Stone: Citrine
Patron Animals: Wolves of Light and Birds of Claw
Strongly Tied Creatures: Topaz Dragons, Citrine Wyverns, Angel Dragons, Gold Dragons
Secondary Powers: Knowledge, Enlightenment, Justice, Curiosity, Science
The Light Clan
Background
Light Clan, like Life, is also a member of the highest teir of elements. Light is also known as not just the power to banish darkness in the world, but also the power to banish darkness in the minds and souls of others. As such, these mages seek truth, knowledge, and justice.
Light clan used to not have its counter clan, and as such, many mages assumed that its direct counter was life clan, as they share the same rank. The war that occurred after this was violent and brutal, as mages of both sides possess qualities that make them masters in fight. Once the Life Dragon split the duality of Light and Dark, and sided with Dark, life clan refused to acknowledge this achievement, and the Felix Turom himself sought out Drefni and attempted to slay both her and Aszerath. Mages of light clan today, do indeed recognise Aszerath as a power of shade, but they do not recognise him as a power of good shade or a power worthy of their trust, and as such, although he has many tomes of knowledge and thought, they do not allow their own into the White Tower, and are not allowed in.
Magic and Elemental Affinity
Light clan also controls the sub-categories of knowledge and justice, and are known as the peace and lawmakers of the veil. These clan members are reknown for their incredible ability to control and banish shadows back to their own realm, though upon crossing the threshold into the shadelands, a light mage is incredibly vulnerable. The strongest of these mages are often able to cast powerful light beams to blind enemies, and most beginners are able to illuminate the ink on a scroll to ease reading or produce a light when travelling. It is not unheard of for a caravan to seek the services of a light mage so that they can have a good safeguard against shades and also the ease of expediting their mission by travel during the otherwise immobile night. Light clan members are also some of the most inquisitive people, as they constantly will seek for how something works or if a rumor is true. It is a common sight to see a good dozen of these mages doing research after a rumor of a new species has been revealed.
Ties to Other Clans
Sharing the top-tier with life was at first taken as a sign that only one of their clans would make it to be the true leader of this realm, and as such for many years these two clans fought over superiority, in both wits and war. In the past century, though, the clan leaders have realised that the only way to strengthen not only their own clan but also the entire unity of the veil, was to end this warring and regain peace.
They hold alliance with life and fire clans, and good terms with nature. They have not affliated with water or wind, and show dislike for stone. They hold a strict policy of not recognizing shade as an actual clan, and have been known to remove members of their council from power if they reveal that this clan exists.
Morals
Light clan believes that in all, justice, truth, and a seeking of knowledge will reveal the right path. They often abide by a strict set of laws known as the "Code of the Enlightened" which outline proper battle etiquette, proper courtesy for treating villagers, and how to conduct sales and trades as to not scam or cheat others. They believe the upon breaking one of these rules, a mage of their own should be subject to punishment and possibly community service, a task to slay a beast, or a hefty fine, as breaking one of these rules is not only harming the image of the clan but also the life of someone who has done no wrong.
The motto of the clan is "Selik Del Sandris"; or "Light Reveals All"; which symbolises that light banishes darkness, and also banishes ignorance and shows the true meaning of the world.
Past Battles
Held a long war with life clan, and the dragon is said to have attempted to slay Aszerath, Embodiment of Darkness.
Demi-Magics
Life is said to be able to combine with light to form the magic of all knowledge, knowing, and truths.
Stance on the Edgelands
The shades are not only a threat to the world but a threat to them and their magic, and a direct destructor of their lives. If spotted, kill on sight.