New Magic

New Magic is magic that was introduced by Man when he arrived in Iridia and manipulated the energies of the world for a ‘better quality of life’. Experimentation with magic introduced hybrid races like goblins and trolls and summoned vile creatures from other planes of existence such as demons and other monsters. Hybrid dragons were created, following which the pure dragons returned to their Slumber beneath the Dur'Grande.

The birth of New Magic resulted in an explosive interest in Man’s next frontier. Guilds formed, disciplines of Arcane Magic were formalized, and intense rivalry ensued. Wizards were hired as protectors to the rich and regal, and they battled rogue wizards who stole from them. Battles between cities and states first started to include wizards. Wizards featured as prominent citizens in every city. When the initial explosion subsided, wizardry slowly became a contentious point in many a legal system. Laws were created and eventually magic became controlled, and the Dark Arts were banned.