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Old 06-08-2018, 09:05 AM   #8
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Default Re: Tying Spell Energy Discounts to Points Spent in Skill

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Originally Posted by AlexanderHowl View Post
Why do you need a magical talent? You could treat magical spells like combat skills, which do not normally benefit from talents, and just have Magery representing an individuals ability to efficiently channel mana.

Because I despise IQ 14 wizards. Wizards in fiction are generally presented as being devoted to the work, with a sprinkling of academic subjects, but without the broad competency that full IQ implies and enables. And thus I, at least, need a way to build a wizard who is good at casting spells without being good at talking their way out of trouble, painting pictures, and commanding armies. (and actually save points from not taking that route)
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