Magic artes are the utilization of Mana. Spirits can cast magic artes within their element naturally while it's more difficult for humans it can grow easier with practice or with Runes. Runes also assist Spirits in using mana and magic artes outside their element but aren't always required.
Magic artes typically are focused utilizing a spell. More complex magic artes will typically manifest a glyph before it triggers, that arranges the mana in a way for the desired effect to take place. Magic artes can be composed of multiple mana types to get more unique effects.
Types of Magic Artes
Assault Artes are attack based artes. They are meant to deal damage to their target. Can range from a simple blast of an element to a violent mixture of multiple elements.
Binding Artes are meant to restrain their opponent or limit them in some way. Binding artes also include illusions, barriers, and restraints.
Healing Artes contain the purest of mana and have restorative properties. Healing artes can not only rejuvenate health but provide a temporary boost to one's physical attributes.
Curses have long lasting negative effects on the body. Curses taint the Mana spring in a being and the reaction that results can be disastrous and often irreversible.
High Magic Artes are one of the strongest artes in existence. They deal with such high concentrations in mana that they often result in a Rune. They can be strengthened versions of any magic arte or something so complex they require multiple glyphs that correspond with one another.
More detailed information coming soon in the upcoming Magic Archive.