Pyromancy?
It was such a simple principle that both mentor and student were astonished they hadn't come up with it before. One need not necessarily be a true pyromancer in order to make use of fire. Through the controlled application of his powers, Edmund could simulate the...
Edmund, God of Thunder
After returning from one of his "sabbaticals", Enigma regaled his students with tales he picked up from his adventures. Of particular interest to his most dedicated apprentice was the tale of a god of thunder, who channeled his power through a magical hammer. Edmund, with the...
Mystical Tutor
What better way to demonstrate learning in card form than by using one of the most famous blue tutors in all of magic: Mystical Tutor? Kenjii's art depicting my short story was perfect for a "reprint". Since this isn't an original card design, there's not more...
Efficient Learning
This piece from an artist known as Kenjiii back in December of 2020 marks one of my earliest standalone short stories. Though there were lore tidbits in all of my posts up until this point, and my Volpes work was just getting off the ground,...
The Grim Harvest
As you all know, Enigma loves the autumnal season, as any great illusionist would. So much so that he was honored to accept the role of the evil necromancer in that Magistrum's annual performance.But what master of the dearly departed would be complete without a...
Conducting the Storm (Card)
Naturally, I was going to use Marsel's artwork for an MTG card. I've always been fond of word play, so comparing a lightning storm to a symphony because both can be "conducted" was the first place my mind went when exploring flavorful concepts that Edmund could...
Conducting the Storm
"Attempting to control your powers with my level of precision will only backfire. Compared to the magics I wield, yours are significantly more fierce and primal in their expression. Rather than force your will upon the wind and lightning, it is your charge to gently...
Refining the Unrefined
It was no secret that Edmund had a talent for brawling, and getting himself out of difficult scraps. Unlike the more subtle approach of his teach, Edmund was adept at tackling his problems… a bit more directly. Rather than try to have his larger-than-life protege...
These Muscles Aren’t For Show
I tell my apprentice all the time that he's too easily goaded. I swear, people rile him up because they know he'll want to prove himself in a grandiose display of strength. The young man never took well to people insinuating his muscles were just...
The Day a Storm Mage Was Born
It was obvious from the moment the young man first walked into the mind mage's classroom that, while rough and unrefined, there was untapped potential hidden within. This was why he agreed to take Edmund on in the first place, to help mold him into the...