Arcane Background (50 Fathoms)

There is only one type of Arcane Background available to player characters in Caribdus: Magic. Such characters are called elemental mages, and must choose a single element—earth,fire, water, or air—to serve.

Mages’ power comes from the bound spirits of these raw elements. Their spells are limited and specialized, however, so young wizards must choose carefully. Water wizards can quench a crew’s thirst and heal their wounds. Fire mages excel at pure destruction. Earth mages are defensive in nature and handy to have along when exploring the Thousand Isles. Wind wizards serve utilitarian purposes, keeping ships moving when becalmed or slowing foes. See pages 50 through 54 for a list of available spells.

Mages can master more than one element with time and patience. See the Elemental Mastery Edge for more information.