u/Coralthesequel

A Finnish Hymn

He says "It's not about the money. It's about sending a message"

I told her "Wow, condescending, that's a big word. Where'd you learn that?"

After the inspection, his boss says 'carry on'

The zombie says 'I know I'm a carrion, you don't need to rub it in'

One says "I can't find the mayonnaise"

The other says "In space, no one can. Here, use cream"

I'm eighty

I'm writing a dark fantasy/horror setting and trying to develop the magic system for it. How I describe this world's magic at the moment is: Magic is like fiction or music. It's all the same thing at the baseline but there's countless genres and interpretations of it. Some magic requires a certain emotional state or mindset to be able to channel properly. Some magic is from different cultures (like anime or reggae) and classes (punk rock or classical music). I'll admit it's still in the very early stages and I'd like some feedback on this take on magic. Some examples I've drawn up so far are:

Classical magic:
Used by the human upper class and taking heavy influence from high-elf magic which was brokered to them some time ago, hence the name. Only those who can afford a higher education can access this form of magic. 

Applications: Theatrical performances, alteration of the voice, hunting game, 

Blue magic:
Named after the typically blue attire worn by many working class humans, this is a more explosive and gritty form of magic developed by wizards who dwelled in poverty. Its users are hired for heavy lifting, cargo hauling, mining, cooking and cleaning. While it’s not the flashiest genre of magic, its users can boast a higher resistance to harsh environments

Dark magic:
While many evil wizards use this magic, some use it purely for aesthetic value. Users who flock to this magic are often introverted and isolated, and found magic to be more pleasant company than people. Many artistic people tend to flock to this genre. This magic is used for stealth, spycraft, painting

Gospel magic:
An umbrella term for the holy magic and its countless subgenres adopted by missionaries to the different Gods, making it a more flexible and harder to define genre. They believe the magic is a gift from the gods, though this is endlessly debated by many. Those who believe so use magic as a way of connecting to and expressing their devotion to the gods. Many come to them for spiritual advice and physical and spiritual healing. 

Nomad magic:
Spiritual magic used by the nomads and hinterlanders that wander the vast and lonely untamed wilds. These practitioners are expert potion and herb makers, and while they often receive discrimination for their nomad background, they are hired often for their valuable alchemical skills. Many of them find work in medicine but the more scrupulous find they make more off of drug production. They’re hired for medicine, gardening, healing of physical wounds and guiding through the hinterlands

Grey magic:
This is a form of magic used to strengthen the mind and vision. Practitioners channel their magical essence directly into the chemicals in their brain to strengthen or slow certain hormones that allow them to control thoughts and emotions better. Wizards use this magic to heighten their intellect and senses. Many hire them for advising, predictions, treating depression and anxiety, private tutoring and puzzle designs. The more dubious of them use their magic to manipulate people’s decisions for their own gain. 

I'm writing a dark fantasy/horror setting and trying to develop the magic system for it. It's a setting where magic comes in different genres. How I describe this world's magic at the moment is: Magic is like fiction or music. It's all the same thing at the baseline but there's countless genres and interpretations of it. Some magic requires a certain emotional state or mindset to be able to channel properly. Some magic is from different cultures (like anime or reggae) and classes (punk rock or classical music). I'll admit it's still in the very early stages and I'd like some feedback on this take on magic. Some examples I've drawn up so far are:

Classical magic:
Used by the human upper class and taking heavy influence from high-elf magic which was brokered to them some time ago, hence the name. Only those who can afford a higher education can access this form of magic. 

Applications: Theatrical performances, alteration of the voice, hunting game, 

Blue magic:
Named after the typically blue attire worn by many working class humans, this is a more explosive and gritty form of magic developed by wizards who dwelled in poverty. Its users are hired for heavy lifting, cargo hauling, mining, cooking and cleaning. While it’s not the flashiest genre of magic, its users can boast a higher resistance to harsh environments

Dark magic:
While many evil wizards use this magic, some use it purely for aesthetic value. Users who flock to this magic are often introverted and isolated, and found magic to be more pleasant company than people. Many artistic people tend to flock to this genre. This magic is used for stealth, spycraft, painting

Gospel magic:
An umbrella term for the holy magic and its countless subgenres adopted by missionaries to the different Gods, making it a more flexible and harder to define genre. They believe the magic is a gift from the gods, though this is endlessly debated by many. Those who believe so use magic as a way of connecting to and expressing their devotion to the gods. Many come to them for spiritual advice and physical and spiritual healing. 

Nomad magic:
Spiritual magic used by the nomads and hinterlanders that wander the vast and lonely untamed wilds. These practitioners are expert potion and herb makers, and while they often receive discrimination for their nomad background, they are hired often for their valuable alchemical skills. Many of them find work in medicine but the more scrupulous find they make more off of drug production. They’re hired for medicine, gardening, healing of physical wounds and guiding through the hinterlands

Grey magic:
This is a form of magic used to strengthen the mind and vision. Practitioners channel their magical essence directly into the chemicals in their brain to strengthen or slow certain hormones that allow them to control thoughts and emotions better. Wizards use this magic to heighten their intellect and senses. Many hire them for advising, predictions, treating depression and anxiety, private tutoring and puzzle designs. The more dubious of them use their magic to manipulate people’s decisions for their own gain. 

Alfred says "Did you check the bathroom?"

Batman says "What's a hroom?"