Volpes’s Deal
This piece from Marsel-Defender in November of 2021 was the perfect compliment to an concept I had already been writing out, to help explain how an organization rooted in the slums, and opposing the wealthy, nonetheless has the funding necessary to run free clinics and...
Not All Lessons Can Be Fun
When it comes to hands-on learning, Edmund is one of the sharpest students in Enigma's classes, able to quickly grasp core concepts and their practical application. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said of Edmund when it comes to lectures and magical theory. He knows better...
Mana’s Gentle Glow
"It is important for mages to understand the substance from which all spells are sculpted: Mana. No matter what color we are best attuned to, we are nothing without this essential energy that flows around and through us every moment of every day. For this...
The Calm After the Storm
This piece came, once more, from Marsel-Defender in July of 2021. I think of Edmund almost like a combination of a mage and a monk in terms of fantasy class archetypes, and this YCH was a great opportunity to showcase some of the "monk" aspects...
The Methodology of Volpes
This piece from Marsel-Defender back in May of 2021 was the perfect compliment to a short story I had already intended to write for Volpes. I had already said in broad strokes that he manipulates people into drinking his potion, and once they do they're...
The Birth of a Savior
This YCH from Marsel-Defender, back in March of 2021, came at the perfect time for me. I had already been outlining something the story of how one seemingly innocuous fox could become Volpes, and this pose and scene was perfect to illustrate that story. A wry...
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...
Setting Up For a Spooky Night
Almost any illusionist worth their salt has some form of affection for the spooky season, and Enigma is no different. There's no better test of one's magical prowess than conjuring specters, phantoms, and mirages that can frighten and fool even the most discerning eye. Though 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...