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Shape Shifters

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	Shape shifters, upon reaching puberty, will spontaneously show signs of this [[favour]] - being able to transform into animal forms.		Shape shifters, upon reaching puberty, will spontaneously show signs of this [[favour]] - being able to transform into animal forms. This is a highly respected favour and the subject of much folklore and literature.

	~~No matter what shape the shifter takes~~, ~~there will be some tell about~~ their ~~identity~~. They ~~cannot communicate with~~ the ~~animals they become~~.		The shapeshifter's body completely transforms into that of a real animal, but retains their own mind. They have that animal's physical abilities and limitations. A shapeshifter does not gain the instincts or insight of an animal, only its senses.

	~~A shape shifter~~'s ~~focus will shift~~ with them ~~but their attire will not~~. They ~~must take care to plan ahead or risk transforming back to human without clothing or fodder on~~ their ~~person~~.		Only the shapeshifter's body is transformed - no objects or clothing are brought with them.

			They say that no matter what shape the shifter takes, there will be some tell about their identity.

	== Instruction ==		== Instruction ==
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	They will typically be taught control from a similarly favoured [[beldam]] within their [[coven]]. If there is none, a beldam from another coven will be asked to tutor them independently.		They will typically be taught control from a similarly favoured [[beldam]] within their [[coven]]. If there is none, a beldam from another coven will be asked to tutor them independently.

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Occupations

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	~~Vocations~~ in the betwixt. Wixes may also hold regular mundane jobs.		Examples of vocations in the betwixt. Wixes may also hold regular mundane jobs.

	== Occupations ==		= Occupations =

	=== [[Consortium]] ===		=== [[Consortium]] ===
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	* Staff at the local Council office - assistants, notaries, etc		* Staff at the local Council office - assistants, notaries, etc
	* Liaison (to the mundane world)		* Liaison (to the mundane world)
	* Watchmen - Chief Watchman, detectives, patrol, forensics, ~~stalkers~~		* Watchmen - Chief Watchman, detectives, patrol, forensics, Stalkers
	* Tribunal Judges (9)		* Tribunal Judges (9)
	* Lawyers - prosecutors, private defense		* Lawyers - prosecutors, private defense
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	* Journalists, writers for twixt [[:Category:Media\|media]]		* Journalists, writers for twixt [[:Category:Media\|media]]

	== Career Paths ==		= Career Paths =
	All wix receive a typical coven and mundane education. Consortium positions are likely to require mundane educational credentials as one might expect in analog positions.		All wix receive a typical coven and mundane education. Consortium positions are likely to require mundane educational credentials as one might expect in analog positions, such as accounting degrees, law degrees, etc.

	==~~= '''~~Beldam~~''' =~~==		== Beldam ==
	Women submit as a novice to their coven of choice as young as 18. The novice stage is 2-3 years and an important ritual initiates one as a full beldam. Some beldam attend some kind of mundane medical school.		Women submit as a novice to their coven of choice as young as 18. The novice stage is 2-3 years and an important ritual initiates one as a full beldam. Some beldam attend some kind of mundane medical school.

	==~~= '''~~Doormakers, Focalists, Oracles, Apothecaries, etc~~''' =~~==		== Doormakers, Focalists, Oracles, Apothecaries, etc ==
	Most Craft-based artisan-type occupations are done on an apprentice/journeyman/master system. Lower end for a master would be age 35.		Most Craft-based artisan-type occupations are done on an apprentice/journeyman/master system. Lower end for a master would be age 35.

	==~~= '''~~Knareswick~~''' '''~~Acolytes~~''' =~~==		== Knareswick Acolytes ==
	Admittance for disciples is highly competitive and involves a written/oral examination and letters of reference. If you haven't already had a Craft tutor, you're already behind. Acolytes are elevated by the caprice of their sorcerers.		Admittance for disciples is highly competitive and involves a written/oral examination and letters of reference. If you haven't already had a Craft tutor, you're already behind. Acolytes are elevated by the caprice of their sorcerers.

	==~~= '''~~Knareswick~~''' '''~~Sorcerers~~''' =~~==		== Knareswick Sorcerers ==
	Anyone who's anyone was exemplary at Knareswick. These are highly political positions for masters of Craft. Lower end would be age 35.		Anyone who's anyone was exemplary at Knareswick. These are highly political positions for masters of Craft. Lower end would be age 35.

	==~~= '''~~Media~~''' =~~==		== Media ==
	Journalists studied journalism, artists go to art school, etc		Journalists studied journalism, artists go to art school, etc

	==~~= '''~~Consortium~~''' '''~~Occupations~~''' =~~==		== Consortium Occupations ==

	* '''Councillors ~~- N~~'''o specific credentials are needed for these are elected positions. High social status and background in the Consortium are usually favoured.		* '''Councillors''' - No specific credentials are needed for these are elected positions. High social status and background in the Consortium are usually favoured.
	* '''Lawyers and judges''' - Will have attended mundane law school and apprenticed to a Betwixt lawyer simultaneously. Judges were once well respected lawyers and were chosen by the Consortium.		* '''Lawyers and judges''' - Will have attended mundane law school and apprenticed to a Betwixt lawyer simultaneously. Judges were once well respected lawyers and were chosen by the Consortium.
	* '''Watchers and Stalkers''' - Some kind of relevant mundane degree is preferred. After passing an entrance exam, Watchers are trained by the Consortium for two years. Stalkers are promoted from the ranks of experienced Watchers. Forensic pathologists must have a medical degree before training at the Consortium.		* '''Watchers and Stalkers''' - Some kind of relevant mundane degree is preferred. After passing an entrance exam, Watchers are trained by the Consortium for two years. Stalkers are promoted from the ranks of experienced Watchers. Forensic pathologists must have a medical degree before training at the Consortium.
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	* '''Lower-level consortium jobs''' - The day-to-day of things like staffing, doorknocking, etc are done by wix with basic education with on-the-job training.		* '''Lower-level consortium jobs''' - The day-to-day of things like staffing, doorknocking, etc are done by wix with basic education with on-the-job training.

	=~~== '''~~Coblyn~~''' '''~~Occupations~~''' ==~~=		= Coblyn Occupations =
	[[Coblyn]] society has its own educational system. Young coblynau attend Grammata - an open schoolhouse in Craeky Hob - to learn the basics of coblyn skills. It is a less structured schooling by wix standards and attendance is not mandatory.		[[Coblyn]] society has its own educational system. Young coblynau attend Grammata - an open schoolhouse in Craeky Hob - to learn the basics of coblyn skills. It is a less structured schooling by wix standards and attendance is not mandatory.

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	For several reasons, it is not known of that a coblyn or bazzin will have attempted a mundane education.		For several reasons, it is not known of that a coblyn or bazzin will have attempted a mundane education.

	=~~== '''~~Banshee Occupations~~''' ==~~=		= Banshee Occupations =
	[[Banshees]] who live among the wix or mundane tend to choose vocations that bring them within proximity of the grief they require to sustain themselves. They may work in or run funeral homes or become groundskeepers at a mundane cemetery. They may also work in the performance arts as singers or stage actors.		[[Banshees]] who live among the wix or mundane tend to choose vocations that bring them within proximity of the grief they require to sustain themselves. They may work in or run funeral homes or become groundskeepers at a mundane cemetery. They may also work in the performance arts as singers or stage actors.

	=== Vampire Occupations ===		= Vampire Occupations =
	[[Vampires]] are apt to hold night time jobs in the mundane or betwixt, if their Coterie is not a source of income.		[[Vampires]] are apt to hold night time jobs in the mundane or betwixt, if their Coterie is not a source of income.

	=== Caliban Occupations ===		= Caliban Occupations =
	As [[Caliban]] are condemned and considered 'illegal' by the betwixt, they typically choose to work in Craeky Hob or in the mundane realm.		As [[Caliban]] are condemned and considered 'illegal' by the betwixt, they typically choose to work in Craeky Hob or in the mundane realm.
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Houses

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Minor Houses

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	Associated families include: Pendleton, Rook		Associated families include: Pendleton, Rook

			'''Notable members:''' [[Imogen Wolfe]], Chancellor 2019-2024; [[Demetrius Khan]], Chancellor 2016-2018; [[Leonidas Quinn]], Chancellor 2004-2006; [[Miles Dryden]], 1940-1945

	== House of Severn ==		== House of Severn ==
	Named for the great river, the House of Severn is perhaps the most well-regarded House and of good size. They are among the most likely to be strict with who claims the House and maintaining a very clean reputation. You'll find Severns in the large enclaves in London and Edinburgh, but the ancestral home is a village outside Gloucester where a coven inhabits an old Christian monastery. Historical rivals to Hadrian.		Named for the great river, the House of Severn is perhaps the most well-regarded House and of good size. They are among the most likely to be strict with who claims the House and maintaining a very clean reputation. You'll find Severns in the large enclaves in London and Edinburgh, but the ancestral home is a village outside Gloucester where a coven inhabits an old Christian monastery. Historical rivals to Hadrian.

			'''Notable members:''' [[Zebadiah Ashlock]], current Chancellor; [[Octavia Pendelton]], Chancellor 2007-2009; [[Brandeis Noth]], Chancellor 1920-1928

	== Clan Selkirk ==		== Clan Selkirk ==
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	Associated families include: Crowthers		Associated families include: Crowthers

			'''Notable members:''' [[Edith Grackle]], Chancellor 1973-1978

	== Minor Houses ==		== Minor Houses ==
	* '''Bailrigg House''' - Rural northwest England, Lake District. Minor but well-thought-of. Associated with the Fowler family among others.		* '''Bailrigg House''' - Rural northwest England, Lake District. Minor but well-thought-of. Associated with the Fowler family among others.
	* '''Lakewood House''' also known as '''House of the Lake''' - Rural northwest England, Lake District. Minor but well-thought-of.		* '''Lakewood House''' also known as '''House of the Lake''' - Rural northwest England, Lake District. Minor but well-thought-of.
			* '''Thistledown''' - House of recent Chancellor [[Ansel Northwood]]

	= At De Arcana =		= At De Arcana =

Forbidden craft

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	== Corruptions ==		== Corruptions ==
	Necromancy and everything it entails. Corruptions require corpses as fodder - i.e. using entrails to draw sigils or pentagrams, consuming body parts to extract memories, etc.		'''Necromancy''' and everything it entails. Corruptions require corpses as fodder - i.e. using entrails to draw sigils or pentagrams, consuming body parts to extract memories, etc.

	Examples:		Examples:

	* Animating the dead - ritualistic craft that calls for animal sacrifice; sacrificing someone else’s familiar is preferable; animated corpses are temporary mindless workers.		* '''Animating the dead''' - ritualistic craft that calls for animal sacrifice; sacrificing someone else’s familiar is preferable; animated corpses are temporary mindless workers.
	* Creating Caliban - ritualistic craft that calls for the sacrifice of a baby or child as well as a body part belonging to the creator; grows a perfectly obedient and resilient humanlike person capable of complicated tasks.

	* Death Flute - enchanted flute carved from bones of the recently dead and requiring the sacrifice of a creator’s ear; its music lures children and the emotionally vulnerable.		* '''Creating Caliban''' - ritualistic craft that calls for the sacrifice of a baby or child as well as a body part belonging to the creator; grows a perfectly obedient and resilient humanlike person capable of complicated tasks.
	* Cobbling/Transplantation - Crafted grafting of body parts. Unlike medical transplantation, which is not perfect and done with consent of the deceased, cobbling is done with Craft and the body part will need to be replaced as it slowly decays.
			* '''Death Flute''' - enchanted flute carved from bones of the recently dead and requiring the sacrifice of a creator’s ear; its music lures children and the emotionally vulnerable.

			* '''Cobbling/Transplantation''' - Crafted grafting of body parts. Unlike medical transplantation, which is not perfect and done with consent of the deceased, cobbling is done with Craft and the body part will need to be replaced as it slowly decays.

	Wixes who frequently practice Necromancy have a higher chance of experiencing mental decay in old age.		Wixes who frequently practice Necromancy have a higher chance of experiencing mental decay in old age.
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	Examples:		Examples:

	* True bond - complicated ritual that binds two people by blood; any blood affliction (disease, curse, etc) felt by one will be felt by the other; if one dies so does the other.		* '''True bond''' - complicated ritual that binds two people by blood; any blood affliction (disease, curse, etc) felt by one will be felt by the other; if one dies so does the other.

	* Blood curse - requires blood from at least two related people; curses a bloodline for three generations; anything from bad luck to chronic pain or illness.		* '''Blood curse''' - requires blood from at least two related people; curses a bloodline for three generations; anything from bad luck to chronic pain or illness.

	* Blood oath '''-~~'''~~ binds you to keep secret whatever is spoken within a certain measure of time, or forfeit one’s tongue. Blood is drawn in one’s palm and an obsidian pebble pressed into it, all the while murmuring an incantation specific to the nature of the oath; if successful the cut will be healed when the stone is removed.		* '''Blood oath''' - binds you to keep secret whatever is spoken within a certain measure of time, or forfeit one’s tongue. Blood is drawn in one’s palm and an obsidian pebble pressed into it, all the while murmuring an incantation specific to the nature of the oath; if successful the cut will be healed when the stone is removed.

	* Tethering - A material is treated with a mixture of blood from two people and then woven into bracelets/anklets/rings that can only be removed by one person or the other. If a string is forcibly snapped, the other will also snap. This is used to alert someone if you are in trouble and cannot otherwise get in touch with them.		* '''Tethering''' - A material is treated with a mixture of blood from two people and then woven into bracelets/anklets/rings that can only be removed by one person or the other. If a string is forcibly snapped, the other will also snap. This is used to alert someone if you are in trouble and cannot otherwise get in touch with them.

	Some blood Craft, like blood analysis, are not considered by the Oversight to be Corruption, and involve the use of regular fodder instead. Children may play at spells by pricking their fingers and making promises, but it's hardly binding or Consumptive.		Some blood Craft, like blood analysis, are not considered by the Oversight to be Corruption, and involve the use of regular fodder instead. Children may play at spells by pricking their fingers and making promises, but it's hardly binding or Consumptive.
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	* Clenched fist - some part of the victim (hair, blood, nails) must be mixed with fodder and held in a clenched fist whilst an incantation is recited; sensation similar to a heart attack. Requires physical proximity.		* '''Clenched fist''' - some part of the victim (hair, blood, nails) must be mixed with fodder and held in a clenched fist whilst an incantation is recited; sensation similar to a heart attack. Requires physical proximity.

	* Iron nail - an enchanted nail; once pinned into a person renders them walking comatose; white eyes, automaton response to orders, fuzzy consciousness. Effects fade within the hour. Used by Watchers in the apprehension of dangerous people, considered "humane".		* '''Iron nail''' - an enchanted nail; once pinned into a person renders them walking comatose; white eyes, automaton response to orders, fuzzy consciousness. Effects fade within the hour. Used by Watchers in the apprehension of dangerous people, considered "humane".

	* Suffocation - TBA		* '''Suffocation''' - TBA

	Of the three C’s, Cruelties come at the highest cost to its practitioner by shortening their lifespan. It can also cause emotional instability.		Of the three C’s, Cruelties come at the highest cost to its practitioner by shortening their lifespan. It can also cause emotional instability.

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Craft Directory

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	''<small>'''Example:'''</small>'' </blockquote>		''<small>'''Example:'''</small>'' </blockquote>

			= At De Arcana =
			Writers can suggest new Craft, keeping in mind the earth-bound, viscerally-focused tone of magic in this world

	= Heat =		= Heat =
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	After muttering a quick incantation (''sal sanguinis ustiones)'' swish blood in your mouth and spit it out. This will have a corrosive effect on anything it touches, akin to a strong acid. A type of blood craft (consumption).		After muttering a quick incantation (''sal sanguinis ustiones)'' swish blood in your mouth and spit it out. This will have a corrosive effect on anything it touches, akin to a strong acid. A type of blood craft (consumption).

	== Light ==		= Light =

	=== ↠ Glow ===		=== ↠ Glow ===
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	Create a blinding flash of light. Smash between your clapping hands a considerable sum of incendiary material like matches, magnesium, or flint. Clumsily done, this could lead to burnt or harmed hands.		Create a blinding flash of light. Smash between your clapping hands a considerable sum of incendiary material like matches, magnesium, or flint. Clumsily done, this could lead to burnt or harmed hands.

	== Water ==		= Water =

	=== ↠ Fill the Cup ===		=== ↠ Fill the Cup ===
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	Hold the focus and push or pull a quantity of water out of your way. The water only holds as long as you keep it held at bay.		Hold the focus and push or pull a quantity of water out of your way. The water only holds as long as you keep it held at bay.

	== Making ==		= Making =

	=== ↠ Stitch ===		=== ↠ Stitch ===
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	'''Variations:''' With cobwebs you can make uncuttable rope, trapping nets or bindings, invisible tripwires, with thread that's sticky, strong, or searing.		'''Variations:''' With cobwebs you can make uncuttable rope, trapping nets or bindings, invisible tripwires, with thread that's sticky, strong, or searing.

	== Corpus ==		= Corpus =

	=== ↠ Trip, Shove, Pull, Push ===		=== ↠ Trip, Shove, Pull, Push ===
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	Crush a snail shell underfoot and clap twice; will cause water to slide off your skin, hair and clothes. The larger the shell the longer the effect.		Crush a snail shell underfoot and clap twice; will cause water to slide off your skin, hair and clothes. The larger the shell the longer the effect.

	== Medicine ==		= Medicine =

	=== ↠ Warmth ===		=== ↠ Warmth ===
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	== The World ==		= The World =

	=== ↠ Find Door ===		=== ↠ Find Door ===
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	Using a sheet of natural paper, keeping it in contact with your focus, gesture in spirals as you walk around the room. A light breeze will pick up and syphon the air in the direction of your gestures. Larger, more expressive spirals will summon stronger winds.		Using a sheet of natural paper, keeping it in contact with your focus, gesture in spirals as you walk around the room. A light breeze will pick up and syphon the air in the direction of your gestures. Larger, more expressive spirals will summon stronger winds.

	== The Mind ==		= The Mind =

	=== ↠ Pendulum Lie Detector ===		=== ↠ Pendulum Lie Detector ===
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	== Protection ==		= Protection =
	There are ways that a wix can resist, repel, reflect or otherwise stop Craft from taking affect on themselves or others. It all depends.		There are ways that a wix can resist, repel, reflect or otherwise stop Craft from taking affect on themselves or others. It all depends.

	TBA		TBA

	== Chalk ==		= Chalk =
	Chalk of the earth is said to be the stone wall of the Fae. Carefully measured designs in the right kinds of chalk will create powerful effects. These are called sigils and they may be used as spells in themselves or as part of a ritual.		Chalk of the earth is said to be the stone wall of the Fae. Carefully measured designs in the right kinds of chalk will create powerful effects. These are called sigils and they may be used as spells in themselves or as part of a ritual.

Main Page

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Beings

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	* [[Wix]] - Humans who can do magic		* [[Wix]] - Humans who can do magic
	* [[Banshees]] - The beings of legend, with powerful keening and an affinity for mourning		* [[Banshees]] - The beings of legend, with powerful keening and an affinity for mourning
			** [[Banshees#Caoiní\|Caoiní]] - Banshee/human
	* [[Coblynau]] - Magical in their own right, their city lies below Edinburgh		* [[Coblynau]] - Magical in their own right, their city lies below Edinburgh
			** [[Coblynau#Bazzin\|Bazzin]] - Coblyn/human
	* [[Vampires]] - The once dead, risen in a new form to drink the blood of the living		* [[Vampires]] - The once dead, risen in a new form to drink the blood of the living
	* [[Caliban]] - Constructed with dark Craft, powerful puppets made living		* [[Caliban]] - Constructed with dark Craft, powerful puppets made living

Conveyance craft

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Creation and Regulation

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	The Door can be a regular door, opening in and out of a room or building or closet. Or the Door can be put on a wall, its only intended use being for travel.		The Door can be a regular door, opening in and out of a room or building or closet. Or the Door can be put on a wall, its only intended use being for travel.

	Once the Door is opened in the correct way, anyone or anything may pass through it. ~~Ways~~ a Door may be opened, depending on the Door:		Once the Door is opened in the correct way, anyone or anything may pass through it.

			Some ways a Door may be opened, depending on the Door:

	# Knocking		# Knocking
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	# Being a specific individual		# Being a specific individual
			# Password, activation with a focus, chalking the right symbol, etc

	There is nothing special about the appearance of a Door. They can be large or small and they have as much variation as regular mundane doors. They may be locked from either side. Opening a door that has been locked from the other side will open it onto where it normally goes if it were not enchanted.		There is nothing special about the appearance of a Door. They can be large or small and they have as much variation as regular mundane doors. They may be locked from either side. Opening a door that has been locked from the other side will open it onto where it normally goes if it were not enchanted.
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	Skilled Touched can use chalk for Doorcraft. The chalk creates a temporary enchantment that can make doors on the fly. Chalk doors are one-way, require precision chalking, and last only as long as the chalking is intact. The markings for a safe door are intricate and exacting. A regular Door is far safer and more secure.		Skilled Touched can use chalk for Doorcraft. The chalk creates a temporary enchantment that can make doors on the fly. Chalk doors are one-way, require precision chalking, and last only as long as the chalking is intact. The markings for a safe door are intricate and exacting. A regular Door is far safer and more secure.

	=== '''Creation and Regulation''' ===		== '''Creation and Regulation''' ==
	Creating and connecting proper Doors is a specialized Craft regulated by the [[Consortium]]. The local Council Office maintains a directory of public doors and arranges for their inspection and repair. The Council or private doorman (doorknocker) can repair a broken door.		Creating and connecting proper Doors is a specialized Craft regulated by the [[Consortium]]. The local Council Office maintains a directory of public doors and arranges for their inspection and repair. The Council or private doorman (doorknocker) can repair a broken door.
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Bog men

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	Also known as ''Straw Man'' and other similar slang, depending on local folklore.		Also known as ''Straw Man'' and other similar slang, depending on local folklore.

	Bog men are [[Caliban]] who do not ~~develop~~ true consciousness after their creator's death. They are susceptible to corruption and go rogue, often attacking mindlessly or to satisfy a base animalistic hunger.		Bog men are [[Caliban]] who were imperfectly made or abandoned, or otherwise not developing true consciousness after their creator's death. They are susceptible to corruption and go rogue, often attacking mindlessly or to satisfy a base animalistic hunger.

	Due to the way in which Caliban are grown - from the heart of a sacrificed child - bog men are said to be drawn to the presence of children.		Due to the way in which Caliban are grown - from the heart of a sacrificed child - bog men are said to be drawn to the presence of children.
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	Bog men possess all the strength and resistance of a Caliban. They are notoriously difficult to kill.		Bog men possess all the strength and resistance of a Caliban. They are notoriously difficult to kill.
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Antecedent Chancellors

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	A brief overview of Chancellors who have led the Consortium in recent years. Chancellors can stay in power for three consecutive terms but this is rare.		A brief overview of Chancellors who have led the [[Consortium]] in recent years. Chancellors can stay in power for three consecutive terms but this is rare.

	See also: [[Historical Events]]		See also: [[Historical Events]]

Main Page

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	This is the ~~wiki~~ for De Arcana, an ~~original~~ urban fantasy ~~for~~ forum RPG.		[[File:De-arcana-banner.png\|frame\|center\|alt=Looking through the trees into the night sky at a crescent moon]]

			<div style="text-align: center;">This is the original lore for '''De Arcana''', an urban fantasy forum RPG.</div>

	== Lore Index ==		== Lore Index ==

			Welcome to the [[Betwixt]] - one word that encompasses Wix, the Craft, their culture, history, and enclaves, all that is hidden from the mundane world.

	=== Beings ===		=== Beings ===

	* [[Wix]] - Humans who can do magic		* [[Wix]] - Humans who can do magic
	* [[Banshees]] - The beings of legend, with powerful keening and an affinity for mourning		* [[Banshees]] - The beings of legend, with powerful keening and an affinity for mourning
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	=== Society ===		=== Society ===
	* [[Betwixt]] - One word to encompass Wix, the Craft, their culture, and places, all that's hidden
	* [[Covens]] - Where Craft is learned and healing is done, run by [[Beldam\|beldams]], a priestess class		* [[Covens]] - Where Craft is learned and healing is done, run by [[Beldam\|beldams]], a priestess class
	* [[Houses]] - Groups of wix families bound by tradition		* [[Houses]] - Groups of wix families bound by tradition
	* [[Enclaves]] - Betwixt neighbourhoods and villages.		* [[Enclaves]] - Betwixt neighbourhoods and villages.
	* [[Occupations]] - Example jobs and how to get them		* [[Occupations]] - Example jobs and how to get them
	* [[Books of the Betwixt]]

	=== Government ===		=== Government ===

	* [[Consortium]] - Governance of the Betwixt and caretakers of the Craft.		* [[Consortium]] - Governance of the Betwixt and caretakers of the Craft.
	** [[Consortium#Watchmen\|Watchmen]] - Magical cops and detectives		** [[Consortium#Watchmen\|Watchmen]] - Magical cops and detectives
			* [[:Category: Government]]

	=== Places ===		=== Places ===

	* [[Knareswick]] - old, elite, private institution for research into Craft		* [[Knareswick]] - old, elite, private institution for research into Craft
	* [[Candlestick Row]] - main commercial enclave in Edinburgh, home of Knareswick as well as the Council office.		* [[Candlestick Row]] - main commercial enclave in Edinburgh, home of Knareswick as well as the Council office.
	* [[Seven Dials]] - twixt square that is the meeting point (via Door) of several twixt streets from around Britain		* [[Seven Dials]] - twixt square that is the meeting point (via Door) of several twixt streets from around Britain
	* [[Craeky Hob]] - the underground city of the coblynau		* [[Craeky Hob]] - the underground city of the coblynau
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	=== Craft ===		=== Craft ===

	* [[Craft]]		* [[Craft]]
	* [[Craft Directory]]		* [[Craft Directory]]

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			* [[Books of the Betwixt]]
	* [[:Category: Culture]]		* [[:Category: Culture]]
	* [[:Category: History]]		* [[:Category: History]]
	* [[:Category: Media]]		* [[:Category: Media]]
	* [[:Category: Locations]]
	* [[:Category: Government]]		=== More ===
	* [[What's Happening?]]		* [[What's Happening?]]
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Bog men

Nyx — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:21:42 GMT

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Also known as ''Straw Man'' and other similar slang, depending on local folklore.

Bog men are [[Caliban]] who do not develop true consciousness after their creator's death. They are susceptible to corruption and go rogue, often attacking mindlessly or to satisfy a base animalistic hunger.

Due to the way in which Caliban are grown - from the heart of a sacrificed child - bog men are said to be drawn to the presence of children.

These rotted Caliban are feared but very few people have seen one in-person. To many, bog men are simply fairy tales told to wix children as a warning of the betwixt's dangers.

Bog men possess all the strength and resistance of a Caliban. They are notoriously difficult to kill.
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United States

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Culture and Society

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	There are two major institutes of higher learning and research. ''The'' ''Starling Institute'' (New York City) is the older, considered more prestigious and conventional. ''Pobladores'' (Los Angeles) is a slightly younger academy with a reputation for radical views.		There are two major institutes of higher learning and research. ''The'' ''Starling Institute'' (New York City) is the older, considered more prestigious and conventional. ''Pobladores'' (Los Angeles) is a slightly younger academy with a reputation for radical views.

	[[Coblynau\|Coblyn]] and [[Banshees\|banshee]] communities are far fewer in the United States. However, there is a significant vampire population. [[Caliban]] numbers are unknown ~~and~~ believed ~~to be negligible after the~~ Great ~~Extermination of the 1990s~~.		[[Coblynau\|Coblyn]] and [[Banshees\|banshee]] communities are far fewer in the United States. However, there is a significant vampire population. [[Caliban]] numbers are unknown but it is believed that there are more here than in Great Britain, where Caliban were hunted and exterminated in great numbers.

	Incarceration and the death penalty are still enforced in some states, although public opinion is slowly turning the tide on this.		Incarceration and the death penalty are still enforced in some states, although public opinion is slowly turning the tide on this.
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Caliban

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	The creation of these beings was forbidden long ago and they were destroyed if discovered. Those who became autonomous went into hiding, typically in places like [[Craeky Hob]] or in the mundane realm if they can pass for human.		The creation of these beings was forbidden long ago and they were destroyed if discovered. Those who became autonomous went into hiding, typically in places like [[Craeky Hob]] or in the mundane realm if they can pass for human.

	Few wixes have knowingly met a Caliban and many do not believe there are any left in the [[betwixt]] above.		Few wixes have knowingly met a Caliban and many do not believe there are any left in the [[betwixt]] above. However, it is said that there are more Caliban remaining in the south and in North America (see: [[United States]]).

	== Origin ==		== Origin ==

Dream Craft

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Dream craft is a particular kind of craft that may only be practiced by Seekers, whose [[favour]] allows them to sense emotions.

The favour is not immediately recognised for what it is. However, [[beldam]] are adept at being able to discern when a young wix is receptive to emotions around them.

Especially sensitive Seekers may be able to sense surface level thoughts. Seekers can also access and manipulate other people's dreams should they choose to train in dream craft. Advanced practitioners of dream craft may influence a person's memory or psyche through their dreamscape.

== Instruction ==
It is important for Seekers to learn how to protect themselves from being overwhelmed by other people's feelings. This is usually taught to young wixes by an older Seeker through basic meditative practices.

Seekers are able to obscure or hide their own emotions and thoughts from other Seekers.

Not all Seekers choose to practice dream craft. It is generally taught to an intermediate level. Further advancement can be pursued at [[Knareswick]], where it is studied as a form of dark [[craft]].

== Examples ==
As seen in the [[Craft Directory]]:

=== ↠ Sleepwalk ===
''<small>fodder, favour (seeker)</small>''

''<small>advanced</small>''

Dried valerian root placed under or over the sleeper. A seeker must consume a tendril from the same root and enter their dream, moving them as a puppet. The root can only be used once and the seeker is vulnerable when practicing. Considered darkcraft.
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|''“Look alive,” drawled Victor to his familiar, who watched him settle in the armchair.''
''He chewed on a bit of the root, the rest of which was sitting pretty under Sebastian Pym’s bed. His pupils dilated, bled out until even the sclera turned black. He closed his eyes.''

''In the dorms across Knareswick, Sebastian opened his eyes. Victor saw through them clearly enough after a moment, even as one part of him could sense the acolyte dreaming. To move in Pym’s body was like moving through water - slowly rising, slowly turning towards the door…''
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Shape Shifters

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Learning

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	A shape shifter's focus will shift with them but their attire will not. They must take care to plan ahead or risk transforming back to human without clothing or fodder on their person.		A shape shifter's focus will shift with them but their attire will not. They must take care to plan ahead or risk transforming back to human without clothing or fodder on their person.

	== ~~Learning~~ ==		== Instruction ==
	In order to control the ability, a favoured wix must practice it with a specific animal in the flesh.		In order to control the ability, a favoured wix must practice it with a specific animal in the flesh.

Shape Shifters

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Shape shifters, upon reaching puberty, will spontaneously show signs of this [[favour]] - being able to transform into animal forms.

No matter what shape the shifter takes, there will be some tell about their identity. They cannot communicate with the animals they become.

A shape shifter's focus will shift with them but their attire will not. They must take care to plan ahead or risk transforming back to human without clothing or fodder on their person.

== Learning ==
In order to control the ability, a favoured wix must practice it with a specific animal in the flesh.

They will typically be taught control from a similarly favoured [[beldam]] within their [[coven]]. If there is none, a beldam from another coven will be asked to tutor them independently.

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Favour

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Changelings

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'''Changelings''' are wix who have inherited the [[favour]] of being able to alter their appearance at will.

The ability extends to changing one's physical appearance within one's original human shape and size. They can don a different face, change their hair colour, or conceal scars and injuries. Drastic structural changes to do with height and build would require more time - a matter of hours or days instead of seconds and minutes.

Although a Changeling might conceal an injury by 'growing' skin over it, the injury will still have to heal in the regular way or through craft.

The longer a Changeling wears a certain face, the more likely it will become their comfortable default appearance. Some may even forget their original appearance as a result.

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Favours

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Clairvoyance

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'''Clairvoyance''' is one of four [[favours]] a wix may inherit. It is the genuine ability to divine the future through visions, signs and omens. Those born with this ability are known as soothsayers, augurs and oracles.

How one's clairvoyance expresses itself is idiosyncratic - it differs from one soothsayer to another.

== Visions & Omens ==
The timing of a vision (glimpse of the future) or omen cannot be precisely determined.

Mind-altering substances - herbs, fungi, drugs - may be consumed to better 'open' your mind to the possibility. There are rituals that can be undertaken to encourage visions and omens in connection to a specific person or object.

Many soothsayers become aware of their gift when they witness their first vision or omen as a child. Some, however, may not realise they are favoured until much older.

== Scrying ==
Scrying is another term for divination [[craft]]. It can take many forms.

Soothsayers may have knack for some forms of divination craft and may experiment with different forms for years before settling on a method that suits them best - which is to say, the method most reliable.

Examples:

* ''Tasseography -'' divination through tea leaves, coffee grounds, etc
* ''Haruspicy'' - interpreting the entrails of dead animals
* ''Tarot card reading''
* ''Numerology'' - divination through numbers
* ''Lithomancy -'' interpreting the future through stones or the reflected light of stones
* ''Palmistry -'' interpreting palm lines

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Wix

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	Craft alone cannot divine the future (though many claim it can). It takes a born Soothsayer to interpret the signs and predict the future. This can take many forms and varies from one Soothsayer to another. Ones skill can improve with practice.		Craft alone cannot divine the future (though many claim it can). It takes a born Soothsayer to interpret the signs and predict the future. This can take many forms and varies from one Soothsayer to another. Ones skill can improve with practice.

	▶ More on [[~~Clairvoyancy~~]]		▶ More on [[Clairvoyance]]

	'''Shape Shifter'''		'''Shape Shifter'''

Coven

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	: '''The Vale'''		: '''The Vale'''
	: Located in a popular residential district of Central London, primarily associated with the Thistletwaite enclave. Those who attended this coven are typically well-to-do wix with connections to House of Severn, Selkirk and Yarwood. The coven can be found in a block of Edwardian mansions in Maida Vale, ~~one~~ the edge of Regent’s Canal.		: Located in a popular residential district of Central London, primarily associated with the Thistletwaite enclave. Those who attended this coven are typically well-to-do wix with connections to House of Severn, Selkirk and Yarwood. The coven can be found in a block of Edwardian mansions in Maida Vale, on the edge of Regent’s Canal.

	== Edinburgh ==		== Edinburgh ==

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	=== Places ===		=== Places ===
	* [[Knareswick]] - old, elite, private institution for research into Craft		* [[Knareswick]] - old, elite, private institution for research into Craft
	* [[Candlestick Row]] - ~~Main~~ commercial enclave in Edinburgh, home of Knareswick as well as the Council office.		* [[Candlestick Row]] - main commercial enclave in Edinburgh, home of Knareswick as well as the Council office.
	* [[Craeky Hob]] - the city of the coblynau		* [[Seven Dials]] - twixt square that is the meeting point (via Door) of several twixt streets from around Britain
			* [[Craeky Hob]] - the underground city of the coblynau

	=== Craft ===		=== Craft ===

Knareswick

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	Edinburgh is home to Knareswick Phrontistery, an expensive and elite higher education for wixes done in a socratic structure.		Edinburgh is home to Knareswick Phrontistery, an expensive and elite higher education for wixes done in a socratic structure.

	Sorcerers and their acolytes study niche [[Craft]] for power and prestige. The school is old and privately run - the [[Consortium]] has no special authority. It is an open secret that questionable research is ongoing, with Sorcerors dabbling in [[forbidden craft]]. Wealth and reputation keep Knareswick from scrutiny.		Sorcerers and their acolytes study niche [[Craft]] for power and prestige. The school is old and privately run - the [[Consortium]] has no special authority. It is an open secret that questionable research is ongoing, with Sorcerors dabbling in [[forbidden craft]]. Wealth and reputation keep Knareswick from scrutiny.
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	A small campus of old buildings are adjacent to [[Candlestick Row]] and includes lecture theatres, laboratories, and residences for staff and students. Anyone who's anyone has done a course at Knareswick, including some [[beldam]].		A small campus of old buildings are adjacent to [[Candlestick Row]] and includes lecture theatres, laboratories, and residences for staff and students. Anyone who's anyone has done a course at Knareswick, including some [[beldam]].

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	Many subjects may be studied and read at Knareswick. Some are more practical and hands-on while others are more bookish. Certain subjects are precursors to other forms of Craft.		Many subjects may be studied and read at Knareswick. Some are more practical and hands-on while others are more bookish. Certain subjects are precursors to other forms of Craft.

	* '''History and Society -''' ~~concerning~~ Twixt history, government, culture~~, etc~~.
	* '''Ancient/Fae Studies -''' ~~archeology~~, classical history~~, etc~~.		* '''<big>History and Society</big>'''
	* '''Law -''' ~~legal~~ studies, family law, Consortium policy~~, etc~~.		** Twixt history, government, culture...
	* '''Foreign Craft -''' ~~craft~~ practiced by outsider cultures~~, etc~~.		* '''<big>Ancient/Fae Studies</big>'''
	* '''Craft Theory -''' ~~theoretical~~ study of Craft aspects like foci, corruptions, portals, familiars~~, etc~~.		** Archeology, classical history...
	* '''Natural Studies -''' ~~analysis~~ of materials ~~used in Craft~~ (iron, chalk, etc) ~~as well as~~ practical study of ~~the relationship between~~ fodder ~~and~~ elemental spells to do with water, heat, rock~~, etc~~.		* '''<big>Law</big>'''
	* '''Kin Studies -''' ~~anthropological~~ study of non-human cultures, history~~, etc~~.		** Legal studies, family law, Consortium policy...
	* '''Dark Craft -''' ~~practice and~~ study of ~~sinister Craft~~ such as dream craft, malicious magic, animal sacrifice, etc. Precursor to the Forbidden Craft acolyte curriculum.		* '''<big>Foreign Craft</big>'''
	* '''Forbidden Craft - Acolyte ~~curriculum~~''' ~~'''-''' practice and~~ research of consumptions, cruelties, corruptions. Special license must be applied for through the Consortium.		** Craft practiced by outsider cultures...
	* '''Augury Studies -''' ~~practice and~~ study of different foretelling methods such as astrology, palmistry, tasseomancy~~, etc~~.		* '''<big>Craft Theory</big>'''
			** Theoretical study of Craft aspects like foci, corruptions, portals, familiars...
			* '''<big>Natural Studies</big>'''
			** Analysis of craft materials (iron, chalk, etc) + practical study of fodder in elemental spells to do with water, heat, rock...
			* '''<big>Kin Studies</big>'''
			** Anthropological study of non-human cultures, history...
			* '''<big>Dark Craft</big>'''
			** Practice + study of dark craft such as dream craft, malicious magic, animal sacrifice, etc. Precursor to the Forbidden Craft acolyte curriculum.
			* '''<big>Forbidden Craft (Acolyte Curriculum)</big>'''
			** Practice + research of consumptions, cruelties, corruptions. Special license must be applied for through the Consortium.
			* '''<big>Augury Studies</big>'''
			** Practice + study of different foretelling methods such as astrology, palmistry, tasseomancy...


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	All experimental chambers are located in the cellars. It is easy to get lost down here if you aren’t careful, and maybe a new acolyte has had to be found in its mazelike passageways.		All experimental chambers are located in the cellars. It is easy to get lost down here if you aren’t careful, and maybe a new acolyte has had to be found in its mazelike passageways.

	Experimental chambers are assigned to ~~Sorcerors~~ and disciples for research purposes.		Experimental chambers are assigned to Sorcorers and disciples for research purposes.

	== Known Faculty ==		== Known Faculty ==

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At De Arcana

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	Writers may suggest new covens to fill out the list. There are about 30-40 covens. Consider spacing them out geographically, and think about any association with Houses and enclaves.		Writers may suggest new covens to fill out the list and additional details about existing covens. There are about 30-40 covens. Consider spacing them out geographically, and think about any association with Houses and enclaves.

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	[[Category: Education]]		[[Category: Education]]
	[[Category: Culture]]		[[Category: Culture]]

Houses

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	= At De Arcana =		= At De Arcana =
	* Writers may suggest additional houses. Consider a cursory history and geography, perhaps associate it with an enclave or coven. Ideas might sound like House of Marsh, House of the Red Witch, Crowne House, etc. The most common convention is "House of" but you can just do "House Name" or "Name House" or less common "House of the". You may also use “Clan”.		* Writers may suggest additional houses and details about existing houses. Consider a cursory history and geography, perhaps associate it with an enclave or coven. Ideas might sound like House of Marsh, House of the Red Witch, Crowne House, etc. The most common convention is "House of" but you can just do "House Name" or "Name House" or less common "House of the". You may also use “Clan”.

	* Writers can include their characters in whatever house they wish keeping in mind the House's history.		* Writers can include their characters in whatever house they wish keeping in mind the House's history.

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	Writers may suggest new enclaves. Consider the location and any association with Houses or covens.		Writers may suggest new enclaves and additional details of existing enclaves. Consider the location and any association with Houses or covens.

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Culture

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	* [[Untouched]] - Normal, everyday humans		* [[Untouched]] - Normal, everyday humans

	=== ~~Culture~~ ===		=== Society ===
	* [[Betwixt]] - One word to encompass Wix, the Craft, their culture, and places, all that's hidden		* [[Betwixt]] - One word to encompass Wix, the Craft, their culture, and places, all that's hidden
	* [[Covens]] - Where Craft is learned and healing is done, run by [[Beldam\|beldams]], a priestess class		* [[Covens]] - Where Craft is learned and healing is done, run by [[Beldam\|beldams]], a priestess class
			* [[Houses]] - Groups of wix families bound by tradition
			* [[Enclaves]] - Betwixt neighbourhoods and villages.
	* [[Occupations]] - Example jobs and how to get them		* [[Occupations]] - Example jobs and how to get them
	* [[Books of the Betwixt]]		* [[Books of the Betwixt]]

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Edinburgh

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	:'''Red Gate''' ~~===~~		:'''Red Gate'''
	: A city coven. This coven is in the Edinburgh enclave of Little Twist. It's associated with Clan Selkirk as well as House of Severn and several smaller houses. It's hidden inside a deconsecrated Christian church, one of the old ones made of stone with the stained glass windows.		: A city coven. This coven is in the Edinburgh enclave of Little Twist. It's associated with Clan Selkirk as well as House of Severn and several smaller houses. It's hidden inside a deconsecrated Christian church, one of the old ones made of stone with the stained glass windows.

Enclaves

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Northumberland

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	: '''Catswall Bridge'''		: '''[[Catswall Bridge]]'''
	: All-wix village focused around the coven of Twelvetrees. This region is strongly associated with House Hadrian.		: All-wix village focused around the coven of Twelvetrees. This region is strongly associated with House Hadrian.

Coven

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	'''Covens''' are where [[Wix\|wixes]] are taught the Craft, ~~growing up~~. There are many covens across the country and ~~some are more prestigious than others~~. They are often linked to [[~~houses~~]]. ~~A coven may teach wixes who come from many different~~ [[enclaves]].		'''Covens''' are important cultural sites for the Betwixt and are most known for where young [[Wix\|wixes]] are taught the Craft. They are also were many wix are laid to rest, were familiars are bonded, and where people will go for Crafted healing.

			There are many covens across the country and vary in size, specialty, and prestige. They are often historically or geographically linked to [[Houses]]. There is not a 1:1 relationship with Houses or [[enclaves]], and local culture or family tradition tends to dictate which coven is yours. Rivalries exist between some covens.

	Covens are the home of the [[beldam]], monastic witches who serve as teachers, healers, and mentors.		Covens are the home of the [[beldam]], monastic witches who serve as teachers, healers, and mentors.

	Teaching is done on evenings, weekends, and during holidays.		The actual facilities will vary, but there's a trend towards the rustic. City covens may all be in a single more modern building, but rural covens could be a collection of buildings like a farm, or an old Christian church or monastery. There are a few very stately manor covens.

			There are 30-40 covens in Britain and Ireland.

			= Education =

			Teaching of Craft is done on evenings, weekends, and during holidays.

			Young wixes are taught the basics of [[Craft]] at coven. Depending on the beldam of their coven, they may also choose to focus on studying to sit for entrance examinations to particular career paths - such as becoming a [[Consortium#Watchmen\|Watcher]] or specialising in certain craft at [[Knareswick]].

			Wixes who inherit a [[Wix#Favours\|favour]] may also receive training at coven, if there is a beldam who shares their favour. Otherwise the beldam may reach out to a beldam from another coven to assist.

	Wixes tend to 'leave' coven at around the age they might complete their secondary education in the mundane - sixteen to seventeen years old.		Wixes tend to 'leave' coven at around the age they might complete their secondary education in the mundane - sixteen to seventeen years old.

	~~The beldam typically arrange the imprinting of a [[~~Craft~~#Focus\|focus]] before a wix leaves their care. They also arrange the ritualistic bonding ceremony through which a wix acquires their companion creature~~, ~~a [[Wix#Familiars\|familiar]]~~.		Students learn fundamental Craft, history, and traditions.

	== ~~Craft ==~~		They'll form life-long bonds with their hearthmates, and it is customary to return to the coven at least once a year for Samhain.
	~~Young wixes are taught~~ the ~~basics~~ of [[Craft]] ~~at coven~~. ~~Depending on~~ the ~~beldam of~~ their ~~coven~~, ~~they may also choose to focus on studying to sit for entrance examinations to particular career paths - such as becoming~~ a [[~~Consortium~~#~~Watchmen~~\|~~Watcher~~]] ~~or specialising~~ in ~~certain craft at [[Knareswick]]~~.
			= Familiars and foci =

			The beldam typically arrange the imprinting of a [[Craft#Focus\|focus]] before a wix leaves their care. They also arrange the bonding ritual Craft through which a wix acquires their companion creature, a [[Wix#Familiars\|familiar]].

			= Healing and caring for the dead =
			Beldam often have mundane medical training and are the keepers of healing Craft. It is common for more traditional wix to come to the coven for medical care, but especially for magical care of uniquely magical ailments.

			Most covens have cemeteries and there are grave-cleaning traditions.

			= Known Covens =

			== London ==

			: '''The Vale'''
			: Located in a popular residential district of Central London, primarily associated with the Thistletwaite enclave. Those who attended this coven are typically well-to-do wix with connections to House of Severn, Selkirk and Yarwood. The coven can be found in a block of Edwardian mansions in Maida Vale, one the edge of Regent’s Canal.

	Wixes who inherit a [[Wix#Favours\|favour]] may also receive training at coven, if there is a beldam who shares their favour. Otherwise the beldam may reach out to a beldam from another coven to assist.		== Edinburgh ==

	=~~= Known Covens~~ ==		:'''Red Gate''' ===
	~~Covens can be found~~ in ~~cities, towns~~ and ~~rural areas~~. ~~A coven in~~ a ~~rural area may teach young wix from several enclaves~~, ~~if twixt populations in an area are not dense enough to sustain respective covens~~.		: A city coven. This coven is in the Edinburgh enclave of Little Twist. It's associated with Clan Selkirk as well as House of Severn and several smaller houses. It's hidden inside a deconsecrated Christian church, one of the old ones made of stone with the stained glass windows.

	~~Rivalries exist between some covens.~~		== Northumberland ==

	~~===~~ '''~~Red Gate~~''' ~~===~~		: '''Twelve Trees'''
	~~One of the few covens located in an urban setting. This coven is~~ in the ~~Edinburgh~~ enclave of ~~Little Twixt~~. It's associated with ~~Clan Selkirk as~~ well ~~as House of Severn and several smaller houses~~. It~~'s hidden inside a deconsecrated Christian church, one of the old ones made of stone with the stained glass windows~~.		: Located in the village enclave of [[Catswall Bridge]] in the countryside. It's buildings are on an old farm and they are known for their honey. Like anything associated with the great House Hadrian, it is a well-respected coven. It had produced several Councillors and Chancellors.

	==~~= '''Andwyrdan Coven''' =~~==		== Lancashire ==
	Located in the Lake District of Lancashire and associated with the enclaves dispersed in that area (Lune, Longwick, Crowcroft). It has close ties to the Bailrigg and Lakewood Houses. People who attended this coven were likely from rural families. The name comes from the Old English "to answer".

	~~===~~ '''~~The Vale~~''' ~~===~~		:'''Andwyrdan Coven'''
	Located in ~~a popular residential district~~ of ~~Central London, primarily~~ associated with the ~~Thistlethwaite enclave~~. ~~Those~~ who attended this coven ~~are typically well-to-do wix with connections~~ to ~~House of Severn, Selkirk and Yarwood~~. The coven ~~can be found~~ in a ~~block of Edwardian mansions in Maida Vale, one the edge of Regent’s Canal~~.		: Located in the Lake District of Lancashire and associated with the enclaves dispersed in that area (Lune, Longwick, Crowcroft). It has close ties to the Bailrigg and Lakewood Houses. People who attended this coven were likely from rural families. The name comes from the Old English "to answer". The coven is in a great stone house with several smaller supporting buildings.

	=== '''Old Burrow''' ~~===~~		== Oxfordshire ==
	Tucked away not far from the town of Woodstock in Oxfordshire. Old Burrow is a medley of old farmland buildings by the edge of a young forest (where once stood an older one). Associated with most enclaves in Oxfordshire, as well as the Silverscale enclave of Reading.		: '''Old Burrow'''
			: Tucked away not far from the town of Woodstock in Oxfordshire. Old Burrow is a medley of old farmland buildings by the edge of a young forest (where once stood an older one). Associated with most enclaves in Oxfordshire, as well as the Silverscale enclave of Reading.

	=~~== '''Twelve Trees''' ==~~=		= At De Arcana =
	~~This is a Hadrian coven in~~ the ~~small village enclave of Catswall Bridge not far from Newcastle~~. ~~Like anything associated with the great House Hadrian, it is a well~~-~~respected small coven~~. ~~It had produced several Council wix~~ and ~~Chancellors~~.		Writers may suggest new covens to fill out the list. There are about 30-40 covens. Consider spacing them out geographically, and think about any association with Houses and enclaves.

	[[Category:Magic]]		[[Category: Magic]]
	[[Category:Education]]		[[Category: Education]]
	[[Category:Culture]]		[[Category: Culture]]

Enclaves

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	Enclaves may be associated with certain [[Houses]]. The children of an enclave tend to attend the same [[coven]].		Enclaves may be associated with certain [[Houses]]. The children of an enclave tend to attend the same [[coven]].

	== Known Enclaves ==		= Known Enclaves =

	~~=== London ===~~		== Edinburgh ==
	~~: '''Thistletwaite'''~~
	: A large enclave encompassing the well-to-do neighbourhoods of North London. Many families here are associated with House of Severn but this enclave is very diverse and includes smaller, less notable houses. Wixes of Thistlewaite don’t always have much camaraderie with each other. There is a lot of inside snobbery, feuds and old drama.

	=== Edinburgh ===
	: '''Little Twist'''		: '''Little Twist'''
	: A large older urban enclave in the city of Edinburgh and like other urban enclaves is somewhat House agnostic.		: A large older urban enclave in the city of Edinburgh and like other urban enclaves is somewhat House agnostic.
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	: Technically an enclave but more of a commercial district. There are are some residential flats in this neighborhood.		: Technically an enclave but more of a commercial district. There are are some residential flats in this neighborhood.

	=== Northumberland ===		== Northumberland ==
	: '''Catswall Bridge'''		: '''Catswall Bridge'''
	: All-wix village focused around the coven of Twelvetrees. This region is strongly associated with House Hadrian.		: All-wix village focused around the coven of Twelvetrees. This region is strongly associated with House Hadrian.

	=== Newcastle ===		== Newcastle ==
	: '''The Keyes'''		: '''The Keyes'''
	: City enclave in Newcastle closed associated with the large and well-known House Hadrian.		: City enclave in Newcastle closed associated with the large and well-known House Hadrian.

	=== Lancashire ===		== Lancashire ==
	: '''Rural enclaves'''		: '''Rural enclaves'''
	: There are several rural enclaves in Lancashire such as '''Lune''', '''Longwick''', and '''Crowcroft'''. These are associated with the old minor houses of Bailrigg and Lakewood.		: There are several rural enclaves in Lancashire such as '''Lune''', '''Longwick''', and '''Crowcroft'''. These are associated with the old minor houses of Bailrigg and Lakewood.

			== London ==
			: '''Thistletwaite'''
			: A large enclave encompassing the well-to-do neighbourhoods of North London. Many families here are associated with House of Severn but this enclave is very diverse and includes smaller, less notable houses. Wixes of Thistlewaite don’t always have much camaraderie with each other. There is a lot of inside snobbery, feuds and old drama.

			== South of England ==
			: '''Silverscale'''
			: In Reading, Berkshire. Associated with the Old Burrow coven in nearby Oxfordshire.

	= At De Arcana =		= At De Arcana =
	Writers may suggest new enclaves. Consider the location and any association with Houses or covens.		Writers may suggest new enclaves. Consider the location and any association with Houses or covens.

Houses

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	== House of Hadrian ==		== House of Hadrian ==
	This house claims to date back to Roman times. It's one of the largest houses with several acknowledged branching surnames. Hadrians are most associated with a city enclave called The Keyes in Newcastle upon Tyne, and an all-wix village in the countryside called ~~Catswick~~ Bridge where there is a coven, Twelve Trees. Currently, twelve councillors are from the House of Hadrian. Historical rivals to Severn.		This house claims to date back to Roman times. It's one of the largest houses with several acknowledged branching surnames. Hadrians are most associated with a city enclave called The Keyes in Newcastle upon Tyne, and an all-wix village in the countryside called Catswall Bridge where there is a coven, Twelve Trees. Currently, twelve councillors are from the House of Hadrian. Historical rivals to Severn.

			Associated families include: Pendleton, Rook

	== House of Severn ==		== House of Severn ==
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	== Clan Selkirk ==		== Clan Selkirk ==
	A clan known for its connection to large, sprawling Scottish families. A good deal of wealth circulates among these families. They are old and rarely take political stances, giving them a reputation as fence-sitters. Meddling in politics is generally frowned upon by more traditional families but some, including the current Councillor of the City of Edinburgh, are trying to change that. Selkirks may be found in enclaves of Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen - even as far north as the Orkney Islands.		A clan known for its connection to large, sprawling Scottish families. A good deal of wealth circulates among these families. They are old and rarely take political stances, giving them a reputation as fence-sitters. Meddling in politics is generally frowned upon by more traditional families but some, including the current Councillor of the City of Edinburgh, are trying to change that. Selkirks may be found in enclaves of Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen - even as far north as the Orkney Islands.

			Associated families include: Brodie

	== House of Braddock ==		== House of Braddock ==
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	Though not as old as other houses, Yarwood has been around for a good deal of time and claims close association to famous musicians, artists and writers over its long history. Nowadays not all families of Yarwood are artistically inclined but they do have a reputation for eccentricity. They may be found all about London, Brighton and Cardiff, in Wales.		Though not as old as other houses, Yarwood has been around for a good deal of time and claims close association to famous musicians, artists and writers over its long history. Nowadays not all families of Yarwood are artistically inclined but they do have a reputation for eccentricity. They may be found all about London, Brighton and Cardiff, in Wales.

	~~== House of Thistledown ==~~		Associated families include: Crowthers
	~~TBA~~

	== Minor Houses ==		== Minor Houses ==
	~~Create your own less famous house~~ with a ~~name~~ and ~~general location and brief description of the vibe~~. Ideas ~~could be~~ House of Marsh, House of the Red Witch, House ~~of Crowne~~ etc. The most common convention is "House of" but you can just do "House Name" or "Name House" or less common "House of the". You may also use “Clan”.		* '''Bailrigg House''' - Rural northwest England, Lake District. Minor but well-thought-of. Associated with the Fowler family among others.
			* '''Lakewood House''' also known as '''House of the Lake''' - Rural northwest England, Lake District. Minor but well-thought-of.

			= At De Arcana =
			* Writers may suggest additional houses. Consider a cursory history and geography, perhaps associate it with an enclave or coven. Ideas might sound like House of Marsh, House of the Red Witch, Crowne House, etc. The most common convention is "House of" but you can just do "House Name" or "Name House" or less common "House of the". You may also use “Clan”.

			* Writers can include their characters in whatever house they wish keeping in mind the House's history.


	* '''Bailrigg House''' - Rural northwest England, Lake District. Minor but well-thought-of.
	* '''Lakewood House''' also known as '''House of the Lake''' - Rural northwest England, Lake District. Minor but well-thought-of.

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Enclaves

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	'''Enclaves''' are areas within the mundane where many wix families reside. Think in terms of areas like China Town or Little Italy, except enclaves are secret from the mundane. They are dependent on geography.		'''Enclaves''' are areas within the mundane where many wix families reside and where Betwixt business is done. Think in terms of areas like China Town or Little Italy, except enclaves are secret from the mundane. They are dependent on geography.

	Some enclaves are urban neighborhoods whilst others are villages. Not all wix families live in enclaves but they may nonetheless have an association with their closest enclave.		Some enclaves are urban neighborhoods whilst others are villages. Not all wix families live in enclaves but they may nonetheless have an association with their closest enclave.

	Enclaves may be associated with certain [[~~houses~~]]. The children of an enclave tend to attend the same [[coven]].		Enclaves may be associated with certain [[Houses]]. The children of an enclave tend to attend the same [[coven]].

	== Known Enclaves ==		== Known Enclaves ==

	=== '''~~The Keyes~~''' ~~===~~		=== London ===
	~~Urban~~ enclave ~~spanning several streets in Newcastle~~-~~Upon~~-~~Tyne~~ associated with House ~~Hadrian~~. ~~Wix raised in The Keyes tend to be well thought-~~of and ~~have many opportunities~~.		: '''Thistletwaite'''
			: A large enclave encompassing the well-to-do neighbourhoods of North London. Many families here are associated with House of Severn but this enclave is very diverse and includes smaller, less notable houses. Wixes of Thistlewaite don’t always have much camaraderie with each other. There is a lot of inside snobbery, feuds and old drama.

	=== '''~~Thistletwaite~~''' ~~===~~		=== Edinburgh ===
	A large enclave ~~encompassing~~ the ~~well-to-do neighbourhoods~~ of ~~North London. Many families here are associated with House of Severn but this enclave is very diverse~~ and ~~includes smaller, less popular houses. Wixes of Thistlewaite don’t always have much camaraderie with each~~ other~~. There~~ is ~~a lot of inside snobbery, feuds and old drama~~.		: '''Little Twist'''
			: A large older urban enclave in the city of Edinburgh and like other urban enclaves is somewhat House agnostic.

	~~===~~ '''~~Catswall Bridge~~''' ~~===~~		: '''[[Candlestick Row]]'''
	~~A small all-wix village not far from Newcastle and home to one~~ of ~~House Hadrian's covens, Twelve Trees. This is a very traditional place and~~ a ~~little sheltered~~. ~~Wix from Catswall Bridge like to claim a close ancestral connection to the Fae~~.		: Technically an enclave but more of a commercial district. There are are some residential flats in this neighborhood.

	=== '''~~Rural Lancashire enclaves:~~''' ~~===~~		=== Northumberland ===
	~~These are traditional villages associated with old minor houses like Bailrigg and Lakewood~~. ~~They are all~~ associated with ~~'''Andwyrdan Coven'''~~.		: '''Catswall Bridge'''
			: All-wix village focused around the coven of Twelvetrees. This region is strongly associated with House Hadrian.

	* '''Lune'''		=== Newcastle ===
	* '''~~Longwick~~'''		: '''The Keyes'''
	* '''Crowcroft'''		: City enclave in Newcastle closed associated with the large and well-known House Hadrian.

	~~[[Category~~:~~Locations]]~~		=== Lancashire ===
	~~[[Category~~:~~Culture]]~~		: '''Rural enclaves'''
			: There are several rural enclaves in Lancashire such as '''Lune''', '''Longwick''', and '''Crowcroft'''. These are associated with the old minor houses of Bailrigg and Lakewood.

			= At De Arcana =
			Writers may suggest new enclaves. Consider the location and any association with Houses or covens.

Consortium

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Watchmen

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	They are known by two special foci that only a Watchmen may possess: [[Onreon Glass\|Crafted spectacles]] that allow them to discern traces of dark craft . The other is an [[Dead nail\|iron nail]] which, once pinned onto a person, renders them walking comatose - white eyes, automaton response to orders, fuzzy consciousness. The iron nail is a form of Cruelty and otherwise forbidden.		They are known by two special foci that only a Watchmen may possess: [[Onreon Glass\|Crafted spectacles]] that allow them to discern traces of dark craft . The other is an [[Dead nail\|iron nail]] which, once pinned onto a person, renders them walking comatose - white eyes, automaton response to orders, fuzzy consciousness. The iron nail is a form of Cruelty and otherwise forbidden.
	[[File:DA Watch Station.jpg\|thumb\|397x397px\|A typical Watch Station]]		[[File:DA Watch Station.jpg\|thumb\|397x397px\|A typical Watch Station]]
	Stalkers are specialised Watchers who deal with extreme cases of [[Forbidden craft]], especially cruelties. They have additional license to use forbidden craft in their work but it is a dangerous job with a higher mortality rate. Stalkers are asked to retire by fifty, if they live to it. They work in small teams and some are known to abuse their privileges, a fact that many turn a blind eye towards.		'''Stalkers''' are specialised Watchers who deal with extreme cases of [[Forbidden craft]], especially cruelties. They have additional license to use forbidden craft in their work but it is a dangerous job with a higher mortality rate. Stalkers are asked to retire by fifty, if they live to it. They work in small teams and some are known to abuse their privileges, a fact that many turn a blind eye towards.

	Watchmen are organized at the local Council Office level and work from Watch Stations in their council area. Stalkers report directly to Consortium HQ. They are often required to work together. Stalkers are promoted from the ranks of outstanding Watchers.		Watchmen are organized at the local Council Office level and work from Watch Stations in their council area. Stalkers report directly to Consortium HQ. They are often required to work together. Stalkers are promoted from the ranks of outstanding Watchers.

Main Page

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	* [[Untouched]] - Normal, everyday humans		* [[Untouched]] - Normal, everyday humans

	=== ~~More~~ ===		=== Culture ===
			* [[Betwixt]] - One word to encompass Wix, the Craft, their culture, and places, all that's hidden
			* [[Covens]] - Where Craft is learned and healing is done, run by [[Beldam\|beldams]], a priestess class
			* [[Occupations]] - Example jobs and how to get them
			* [[Books of the Betwixt]]

			=== Government ===
			* [[Consortium]] - Governance of the Betwixt and caretakers of the Craft.
			** [[Consortium#Watchmen\|Watchmen]] - Magical cops and detectives

			=== Places ===
			* [[Knareswick]] - old, elite, private institution for research into Craft
			* [[Candlestick Row]] - Main commercial enclave in Edinburgh, home of Knareswick as well as the Council office.
			* [[Craeky Hob]] - the city of the coblynau

			=== Craft ===
	* [[Craft]]		* [[Craft]]
	* [[Craft Directory]]		* [[Craft Directory]]
	* [[:Category:~~Culture\|~~Culture]]
	* [[:Category:~~History\|~~History]]		=== More ===
	* [[Occupations]]		* [[:Category: Culture]]
	* [[:Category:~~Media\|~~Media]]		* [[:Category: History]]
	* [[:Category: ~~Locations\|~~Locations]]		* [[:Category: Media]]
	* [[:Category: Government~~\|Government]]~~		* [[:Category: Locations]]
	* [[Knareswick]]		* [[:Category: Government]]
	* [[Books of the Betwixt]]
	* [[What's Happening?]]		* [[What's Happening?]]
			* [[Special:AllPages\|All Pages]]

Beldam

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	Beldam are monastic witches who oversee [[covens]].		Beldam are monastic witches who oversee [[covens]].

	They are an ancient order whose responsibilities were once far more extensive. As the [[Consortium]] grew and gained significance in the betwixt, beldam relinquished more of their duties as caretakers of the [[~~craft~~]].		They are an ancient order whose responsibilities were once far more extensive. As the [[Consortium]] grew and gained significance in the betwixt, beldam relinquished more of their duties as caretakers of the [[Craft]].

	Nowadays beldam are known as teachers and healers. They are required, by oath, to heal any wix who comes to them in need.		Nowadays beldam are known as teachers and healers. They are required, by oath, to heal any wix who comes to them in need.
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	Among the responsibilities of the beldam are the following.		Among the responsibilities of the beldam are the following.

	* To instill knowledge and practice of the ~~craft~~ to their charges		* To instill knowledge and practice of the Craft to their charges
	* To conduct the bonding of a wix to their familiar		* To conduct the bonding of a wix to their familiar
	* To heal any wix who comes to their doorstep in need		* To heal any wix who comes to their doorstep in need
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	It should be noted that not all dames are loyal to their oaths.		It should be noted that not all dames are loyal to their oaths.

	Beldam are also beekeepers and archivists of coven lore. They 'tell the bees' of the year's events every summer equinox before harvesting honey. A ~~soothsayer~~ may access this record by tasting of the honey from previous years.		Beldam are also beekeepers and archivists of coven lore. They 'tell the bees' of the year's events every summer equinox before harvesting honey. A [[Soothsayer]] may access this record by tasting of the honey from previous years.

	Covens are also able to conduct the imprinting of a wix onto their focus. However, this may also be done by a focalist (see [[~~occupations~~]]).		Covens are also able to conduct the imprinting of a wix onto their focus. However, this may also be done by a focalist (see [[Occupations]]).

	== Hierarchy ==		== Hierarchy ==
	A witch submits as a novice to a coven of choice as young as 18.		A witch submits as a novice to a coven of choice as young as 18 but usually older.

	The '''novice''' stage is 2-3 years and an important ritual initiates one as a full beldam. A beldam may medical school in the mundane before submitting herself to service. Novices are typically given menial tasks in addition to their training.		The '''novice''' stage is 2-3 years and an important ritual initiates one as a full beldam. A beldam may attend medical school in the mundane before submitting herself to service. Novices are typically given menial tasks in addition to their training.

	* Novice		* Novice
	* Beldam		* Beldam
	* ~~Senior~~ Beldam		* Sage Beldam, experienced bedlams with high importance roles
	* ~~Head Beldam~~		* Covena, the leader of the coven


	[[Category:Education]]		[[Category:Education]]
	[[Category:Culture]]		[[Category:Culture]]
	[[Category:Magic]]		[[Category:Magic]]

Coven

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	'''Covens''' are where [[Wix\|wixes]] are taught the ~~craft~~, growing up. There are many covens across the country and some are more prestigious than others. They are often linked to [[houses]]. A coven may teach wixes who come from many different [[enclaves]].		'''Covens''' are where [[Wix\|wixes]] are taught the Craft, growing up. There are many covens across the country and some are more prestigious than others. They are often linked to [[houses]]. A coven may teach wixes who come from many different [[enclaves]].

	Covens are the home of the [[beldam]], monastic witches who serve as teachers and mentors.		Covens are the home of the [[beldam]], monastic witches who serve as teachers, healers, and mentors.

			Teaching is done on evenings, weekends, and during holidays.

	Wixes tend to 'leave' coven at around the age they might complete their secondary education in the mundane - sixteen to seventeen years old.		Wixes tend to 'leave' coven at around the age they might complete their secondary education in the mundane - sixteen to seventeen years old.
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	== Craft ==		== Craft ==
	Young wixes are taught the basics of [[~~craft~~]] at coven. Depending on the beldam of their coven, they may also choose to focus on studying to sit for entrance examinations to particular career paths - such as becoming a [[Consortium#Watchmen\|Watcher]] or specialising in certain craft at [[Knareswick]].		Young wixes are taught the basics of [[Craft]] at coven. Depending on the beldam of their coven, they may also choose to focus on studying to sit for entrance examinations to particular career paths - such as becoming a [[Consortium#Watchmen\|Watcher]] or specialising in certain craft at [[Knareswick]].

	Wixes who inherit a [[Wix#Favours\|favour]] may also receive training at coven, if there is a beldam who shares their favour. Otherwise the beldam may reach out to a beldam from another coven to assist.		Wixes who inherit a [[Wix#Favours\|favour]] may also receive training at coven, if there is a beldam who shares their favour. Otherwise the beldam may reach out to a beldam from another coven to assist.

	== Known Covens ==		== Known Covens ==
	Covens can be found in cities, towns and rural areas. A coven in a rural area may teach young wix from several ~~enclave~~, if twixt populations in an area are not dense enough to sustain respective covens.		Covens can be found in cities, towns and rural areas. A coven in a rural area may teach young wix from several enclaves, if twixt populations in an area are not dense enough to sustain respective covens.

	Rivalries exist between some covens.		Rivalries exist between some covens.

Craft

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	Craft that involves sacrifice, malicious intent and violation of autonomy is usually referred to as dark craft. Some dark craft is considered forbidden craft by the [[Consortium]]. There are other specialised types of craft, such as [[music craft]] and conveyance craft.		Craft that involves sacrifice, malicious intent and violation of autonomy is usually referred to as dark craft. Some dark craft is considered forbidden craft by the [[Consortium]]. There are other specialised types of craft, such as [[music craft]] and conveyance craft.

	Examples of craft spells may be explored in the [[~~craft directory~~]].		Examples of craft spells may be explored in the [[Craft Directory]].

	== Components ==		== Components ==

Wix

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	~~Wixes~~ - also known as witches, ~~wizards,~~ Touched - are humans with magical ability who make up the majority of the [[Betwixt]]~~. They exist in hidden streets~~, ~~areas and neighbourhoods of~~ the ~~mundane realm but are generally integrated with [[Untouched]]~~ society.		Wix - also known as witches, or Touched - are humans with magical ability who make up the majority of the [[Betwixt]], or the hidden magical society and its culture.

	Physically speaking, wixes are indistinguishable from the [[Untouched]]. They catch colds, diseases, rheumatisms and such. They may be treated by modern medicine or by healing craft practiced by the beldam who run covens. Craft is the quicker route for broken bones or wounds.		=Biology=

	~~== Society ==~~		Physically speaking, wixes are indistinguishable from the [[Untouched]]. They catch colds, diseases, rheumatisms, and such. They may be treated by modern medicine or by the healing Craft practiced by the beldam who run the [[Coven\|covens]].
	~~Wixes attend regular schools in addition to learning~~ the ~~craft in their respective~~ [[Coven\|covens.]]

	~~Some have jobs or go to universities in the mundane. Certain Twixt careers may require a mundane degree. Wixes use regular technology and consume modern media. However, recording devices~~ are ~~scrambled by magic~~.		There are some exceptions: see "Favors" below.

	==~~= Enclaves ===~~		=Society=
	~~[[Enclaves]] are areas within the mundane where many wix families reside. Some enclaves are urban neighborhoods whilst others are villages.~~

	=== Marriage ===		Recent generations of Touched are more and more integrated with the mundane world. They attend mundane school and have mundane jobs. At their core, however, they are culturally of the Betwixt and retain strong ties.
	A lot of match-making marriages happen and ~~Oracles~~ are consulted - especially among traditional families. There is a strong desire for wix to carry on the Fae's Touch by partnering with other wix.
			==Education and Careers==

			Wix attend regular schools. Education in the Craft is done at [[Coven\|covens]], the teaching done by the nuns there. Many wix have careers in the mundane world. Conversely, some Betwixt positions may require credentials from a mundane education.

			==Enclaves and Houses==

			It is most common for Touched to live in [[enclaves]] - several families concentrated in the same neighborhoods and villages. Some enclaves are urban neighborhoods whilst others are villages. Some are old and established and associated with a particular coven, some are newer. Many are associated with a traditional [[Houses]].

			==Marriage==

			A lot of match-making marriages happen and [[oracles]] are consulted - especially among traditional families. There is a strong desire for wix to carry on the Fae's Touch by partnering with other wix.

	If you marry out, you'll be taking the first step of branching away from the Betwixt. There is a 50/50 chance of producing Touched children. This emphasis on wanting to continue Touched populations complicates the acceptance of same-sex couples among the Touched.		If you marry out, you'll be taking the first step of branching away from the Betwixt. There is a 50/50 chance of producing Touched children. This emphasis on wanting to continue Touched populations complicates the acceptance of same-sex couples among the Touched.

	=== Discrimination ===		==Discrimination==
	On the whole, no animosity is felt towards by the Touched towards the Untouched at large. There are varying levels of prejudice against non-human beings.		On the whole, no animosity is felt towards by the Touched towards the Untouched at large. There are varying levels of prejudice against non-human beings.

	== Craft ==		= Craft =

	By nature, the Touched have innate magical abilities said to be inherited from their long-lost [[Fae]] ancestry. This allows them to perform simple magic like sensing magic, summoning objects, boiling a cup of water.		By nature, the Touched have innate magical abilities said to be inherited from their long-lost [[Fae]] ancestry. This allows them to perform simple magic like sensing magic, summoning objects, boiling a cup of water.
	[[File:DA Wix Craft.jpg\|left\|thumb\|203x203px]]		[[File:DA Wix Craft.jpg\|left\|thumb\|203x203px]]
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	Different types of craft may be quite specialised, such as [[music craft]] - or even [[conveyance craft]], which is the craft of creating and maintaining the magical Doors used in the betwixt.		Different types of craft may be quite specialised, such as [[music craft]] - or even [[conveyance craft]], which is the craft of creating and maintaining the magical Doors used in the betwixt.

	See: [[~~craft directory~~]]		See: [[Craft Directory]]

	Some wixes, typically those with the money, ambition, and privilege for it, may pursue a higher education in specialised craft at [[Knareswick]].		Some wixes, typically those with the money, ambition, and privilege for it, may pursue a higher education in specialised craft at [[Knareswick]].
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	== Favours ==		== Favours ==

	A favour is an innate gift, often inherited through a bloodline. It is known as a ‘blessing of the Fae’. Certain favours might run in certain families. Not all wixes inherit a favour.		A favour is an innate gift, often inherited through a bloodline. It is known as a ‘blessing of the Fae’. Certain favours might run in certain families. Not all wixes inherit a favour.