Important Information: This contains some Spoilers.
Will be updated as the world building develops along with the progress of the story.
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Stages in Power:
Each stage of power has 3 sub-stages namely: initial, middle, peak (except for 1st circle)
1st circle: Initiate - learner of the arcane or elemental basics.
2nd circle: Adept - Capable of manipulating mana reliably, basic elemental control.
3rd circle: Disciple - Refined techniques, beginning to integrate mana into body and combat.
4th circle: Seeker - Actively refines their path, starts manifesting traits and unique abilities.
5th circle: Arcanist - Stable mastery over a core concept or element.
6th circle: Master - Stable mastery over a core concept or element.
7th circle: Sage - Commands mana as an extension of will; elemental fusion or shaping possible.
8th circle: Sovereign - Transcends human limitations; (Few ever reach this stage)
9th circle: Venerable - Being of pure mana resonance; shapes natural laws in their presence.
10th circle: Paragon - Mana flows from them as breath does from lungs. (Known peak of mortal power)
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Treasure grades:
Each treasure grade has 4 sub-stages namely: low, medium, high and peak.
Common - Everyday weapons, tools and items.
Uncommon - Slightly enhanced items made with better metals and ores.
Rare - Has strong magic abilities.
Epic - Forged by master craftsmen; these items are of legend; passed down through heroes or nobles.
Relic - Items from the past. Infused with deep mana or lost runes.
Mythical - Objects of divine origin or constructed by ancient paragon-tier beings.
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