Connections

Groups: Lorehold College, Prismari College, Quandrix College, Silverquill College, Witherbloom College

Quests: None

Compulsory Course

Scrawl to the Wall: Scrivening and Symbology

Professor Xyla Langning
Taught by Professor Xyla Langning of Lorehold, this foundational course explores the intricate language of symbols, sigils, and glyphs that form the backbone of magical writing. Students will progress from identifying basic scrivening patterns to analysing the cultural variations of glyphwork across Toril and beyond. Expect a balance of theory, memorisation, and independent study as you uncover the deeper power hidden in the written word.

Course Options (pick 3)

General Studies

Refuse to Lose: The Importance of Mascots and School Spirit

Professor Arkin Minexes
Under the enthusiastic instruction of Professor Arkin Minexes, a Prismari alum and former cheerleader, this class celebrates the vital connection between mages and their magical companions. Students will learn to summon, nurture, and fight alongside conjured mascots, embodying the unity and pride that fuel Neverwood’s most spirited traditions. A mix of performance, magical practice, and care work awaits those brave enough to form a bond with their own mascot.

Going the Extra Mile: A Guide to Spell Efficiency

Professor Quentis Orvlo
Led by Professor Orvlo, this advanced study focuses on refining spellcasting precision and extending magical potential. Through a series of controlled experiments and practical exercises, students will learn to manipulate energy flow, optimise their casting techniques, and improve the reach and accuracy of their spells. Expect a highly practical course with an emphasis on precision, timing, and the art of subtle magical control.

There’s No Cook Like Gyome: Magical Cooking with Everyone’s Favourite Troll

Professor Gyome
Join Chef Gyome, Witherbloom’s renowned troll gourmand, for a culinary adventure that blurs the line between alchemy and cuisine. Students will explore the art of cooking with magical ingredients — from luminescent fungi to phoenix pepper flakes — crafting dishes that nourish both body and mana. Classes are split into themed sessions for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, each culminating in a communal feast (and plenty of questionable taste tests).

Wiping the Slate Clean: Methods of Erasing Magical Effects

Professor Quentis Orvlo
In Professor Orvlo’s capstone course, students take on the role of arcane custodians, learning how to safely unravel lingering spells, pranks, and magical misfires across campus. Through guided practice and real-world applications, participants develop a keen understanding of how magical energy interacts—and how best to harness it. A must-take for anyone interested in magical maintenance, counterspells, or undoing chaos (often caused by fellow students).

Shelter from the Storm: Preparing Accommodations for Any Environment

Professor Bildra Forheim
Led by the reclusive Professor Bildra of Quandrix, this hands-on course challenges students to create stable magical shelters capable of withstanding the wildest elements. Classes take place near the raging magical storms of Furygale, where the environment itself tests every protective incantation. Expect a blend of arcane theory, endurance, and creative problem-solving as you learn to conjure safety in even the most turbulent conditions.

Lorehold

All the King's Horses: Comparing the Great Steeds of Different Reigns (Lab)

Professor Riri Brighteye
Taught by the ever-curious Professor Riri Brighteye, this course explores the mighty mounts that carried kings, conquerors, and heroes through history. From celestial chargers to long-forgotten war beasts, students will summon and study the spectral echoes of these creatures before attempting to conjure one of their own. Equal parts history and horsemanship, this hands-on class is ideal for those who prefer learning from the saddle rather than the scroll.

Speaking with the Dead: Conversations with Departed Professors

*Various Lorehold Faculty *
A true Lorehold tradition, this course invites students to commune with the academy’s long-deceased scholars. Each week, students gather along Effigy Row to awaken the spirit of a different professor, temporarily housed within their commemorative statue. The sessions are equal parts haunting and enlightening, as each professor chooses their own lesson to impart. Students must rely on keen observation and sharp note-taking to capture wisdom from beyond the grave.

Talking Heads: Conversations with Historical Busts in Dead Languages

Professor Xyla Langning
Under the guidance of Professor Xyla Langning, this class pushes communication beyond linguistic barriers. Students attempt to converse with ancient spirits bound to statues—though every ghost speaks in a tongue long lost to time. Through careful study and arcane focus, learners develop temporary methods to bridge the gap and unravel the secrets these long-silent figures hold. Expect language drills, cultural readings, and more than a few headaches as you translate the wisdom of the ages.

A Blast from the Past: Applied Tomewielding (Lab)

Dean Plargg
The legendary Dean Plargg leads this famously perilous practicum in the lower chambers of Pillardrop. Students haul massive tomes into unexplored ruins, defending themselves from restless spirits while learning the history behind each spell they cast. Every lesson is equal parts combat and lecture, with Dean Plargg’s booming voice echoing over the sound of spellfire and falling rubble. It’s said that no one leaves this course without at least one scorch mark—and one unforgettable story.

Beyond the Veil: Contacting Vengeful and Violent Spirits of the Past

Professor Tervis Sharpwing
Led by Professor Tervis Sharpwing, this physically demanding course takes place deep beneath the academy, where students face the wrath of restless warriors. Rather than relying on incantations and scrolls, Sharpwing teaches the art of channelling ancestral spirits through blade, bow, or fist. Students learn to harmonise their combat forms with the will of the fallen—discovering that sometimes, the best weapon is the memory of those who once wielded it.

The Harder They Fall: A Review of the Downfalls of Great Champions and Heroes

Professor Hofri Ghostforge
Professor Hofri Ghostforge brings students face-to-face with the spirits of history’s most celebrated heroes and cautionary legends. Through duels, dialogues, and debates, learners explore how pride, hubris, and fate intertwine in the lives of champions. Not all summoned spirits are at peace—some seek redemption, others revenge—and it falls to each student to confront the lessons of their failures. A sobering but inspiring study of what it truly means to be remembered.

Prismari

Thunderous Applause: Using Sound Magic to Create Musical Masterpieces (Lab)

Professor Zaffai
Held under the open skies on the edge of the Prismari campus, Professor Zaffai’s explosive class teaches students how to turn emotion into elemental symphony. Through intense practice and improvised jam sessions, students learn to weave lightning and sound into living performances of raw magical expression. The semester culminates in a collaborative storm—literally—where each student’s contribution shapes the tempest’s rhythm. Bring ear protection and a sense of drama.

Great Balls of Fire: Pyromancy and the Arts

Professor Ignaria "Iggy" Kahafi
Professor Iggy returns with his signature flair (and fire) for a more advanced exploration of pyromantic performance. Here, flame is not just a prop—it’s the art itself. Students learn to shape, control, and dance with fire, crafting brilliant displays of heat and light that walk the line between beauty and danger. Expect singed eyebrows, breathtaking spectacles, and a workload as intense as Iggy’s stage presence.

Boom or Bust: How to Capture an Audience with Your Arrival

Professor Rock
Showmanship meets spellcraft in this crowd-favourite course taught by Professor Rock, better known by his stage name, Earsplitter. Students study the art of grand entrances—how to appear with a flash, a roar, or a perfectly timed explosion of applause. The lessons balance performance with safety (mainly), and homework often involves supporting fellow students’ live acts. Ideal for performers who believe that the curtain should rise with a bang.

On Thin Ice: Accounting for Temperature Fluctuations in Ice Sculpting (Lab)

Professor Ahkwa
Professor Ahkwa challenges students to master one of Prismari’s most fragile and beautiful art forms: ice sculpture. Within temperature-controlled studios, learners struggle to maintain perfect magical equilibrium while sculpting ephemeral masterpieces that shimmer on the edge of melting. Patience, precision, and artistry are key; a single degree—or emotion—too strong, and the work shatters. A cool-headed approach is essential for success.

Air Support: Wind Weaving Practices in Dance Moves Throughout the Ages

Professor Zaph
The free-spirited Professor Zaph leads this whirlwind of a course, blending physical motion with elemental grace. Students begin by learning to move against conjured gusts before progressing to directing the very air around them. The curriculum combines ancient dance traditions with acrobatic spellwork, culminating in breathtaking aerial performances. Final exams are rumoured to involve leaping from a cliff—with only one’s magic to soften the fall.

Just Add Water: Origins and Trends in Waterbinding

Professor Ahkwa
In this fluid and introspective study, Professor Ahkwa returns to explore the balance between restraint and release. Students dive into the philosophy and practice of waterbinding—learning to let the tides of emotion flow through their magic without being swept away. Through readings on historical techniques and modern artistry, the class examines how water, like creativity, can both shape and destroy. Expect a deeply meditative but physically demanding course.

Quandrix

Rejecting Your Reality: Quantitative Arcano-physics

Professor Bildra Forheim
In Professor Bildra’s mind-bending course, students are encouraged to unlearn everything they think they know about how the world works. Through a blend of theory, demonstration, and chaos, learners explore how magical equations can redefine physical law itself. Expect to challenge gravity, inertia, and your own sanity as you experiment with the rules that keep the universe together—until you decide they don’t have to.

What Comes Around Goes Around: Applied Computational Magic

Dean Imbraham
Dean Imbraham, known for his eccentric teaching style and unnerving ability to lecture without breaking eye contact, guides students through the labyrinth of magical recursion and feedback loops. This is pure theoretical Quandrix magic: formulas that build upon themselves, equations that loop infinitely, and incantations that calculate as they cast. Students learn to see the patterns in chaos—and perhaps recognise that they, too, are part of the equation.

Magic by Numbers: Intermediate Forms and Fractals (Lab)

Professor Deekah
In this dazzling follow-up to first-year studies, Professor Deekah introduces students to the living mathematics of nature. By applying fractal theory to spellcasting, students conjure self-replicating, geometric constructs shaped by rhythm and ratio. Labs are filled with luminous creatures, all made of shifting patterns and repeating forms. The key lesson: in magic, beauty and logic are one and the same.

The More the Merrier: Intermediate Duplicative Magic

Professors Adrix & Nev
In this dazzling follow-up to first-year studies, Professor Deekah introduces students to the living mathematics of nature. By applying fractal theory to spellcasting, students conjure self-replicating, geometric constructs shaped by rhythm and ratio. Labs are filled with luminous creatures, all made of shifting patterns and repeating forms. The key lesson: in magic, beauty and logic are one and the same.

Arches and Textures: Natural Buildings of the Vastlands

Dean Kianne
Join Dean Kianne on a series of guided excursions through the Vastlands, where students study the magical architecture of natural phenomena—snarls, arches, and ley-woven structures shaped by the world’s inherent geometry. Field reports and sketches form the core of the coursework, as learners discover how nature itself constructs with magic. A favourite among students who prefer their numbers rooted in dirt and wonder.

The Bigger They Are: Fundamentals of Scale Magic (Lab)

Professor Clem Greenthumb
Under the guidance of Professor Clem Greenthumb, students learn the delicate art of enlargement—beginning with blades of grass and working their way up to towering flora. The challenge lies not in size but in stability; a misstep in calculation can turn a thriving sapling into an overgrown mess. Equal parts horticulture and higher mathematics, this course proves that even plants can outgrow their equations.

Silverquill

Words Will Always Hurt You: Strategies for Silencing Opponents Before They Can Cast

Professor Liv Brandford
Professor Liv Brandford trains students in the art of pre-emptive magical duelling. The focus is on anticipating an opponent’s actions and using subtle, precise techniques to shut down threats before they arise. Students practice these methods through partner exercises, historical case studies, and careful observation, learning that the right words (or spells) at the right time can be as powerful as any strike.

Cast a Long Shadow: Tools for Embracing Darker Magics (Lab)

Professor Brenneth Blackstone
Professor Brenneth Blackstone leads a course on the perilous path of shadow and ink magic. Students confront unsettling visions, summon shadowy entities, and explore the deeper, sometimes terrifying aspects of magical power. Labs involve hands-on practice in summoning and controlling these forces, while careful study of incantations and methods is essential. Only those who remain composed in the face of darkness thrive in this class.

Taking Their Word For It: Fundamentals of Counterspelling

Professor Liv Brandford
In this advanced course, Professor Liv Brandford teaches students the intricate dance of magical duelling, focusing on intercepting and countering opponents’ spells. Through informal tournaments, duel practice, and analysis of combat theory, students learn to anticipate magical moves and respond with precision. The course combines theory with hands-on application, sharpening both reflexes and strategic thinking.

Soft Spoken: The Enchanting Power of Soothing Language

Professor Sace Solindiel
Professor Sace Solindiel offers a gentler approach to conflict resolution, showing students how words can calm where spells might otherwise escalate. Through readings of poetry and essays, paired exercises, and group practice in controlled settings, learners discover how to channel magic to soothe tension, de-escalate arguments, and inspire calm in others.

Guiding Light: Serving as a Leader on the Battlefield (Lab)

Professor Helioz Sunmane
In this course, Professor Helioz teaches students to lead with inspiration rather than intimidation. Using a combination of theory, motivational readings, and practical lab exercises in encouragement and guidance, learners develop the confidence to act as beacons of cooperation and morale. The course emphasises the power of words and presence in influencing others effectively.

Shedding Light: Introduction to Luminancy

Professor Helioz Sunmane
Also taught by Professor Helioz, this foundational course introduces students to the principles and applications of light magic. Students study how to produce, shape, and direct magical light, exploring both practical and theoretical applications. The focus is on illuminating spaces, piercing darkness, and understanding the magic that turns light into a force of influence and clarity.

Witherbloom

Getting to the Root of Poisons: Fundamentals of Antidotes (Lab)

Professor Asana Vargundil
Professor Asana Vargundil teaches students the critical art of crafting antidotes in a world teeming with poisonous plants and magical creatures. Lessons combine theory and hands-on practice, including careful observation of symptoms and creating countermeasures under pressure. Students learn to assess danger quickly and respond effectively, preparing them for any toxic surprise the world might throw their way.

Heard it Through the Great Vine: Communicating With Plants

Professor Verooja
In this class, Professor Verooja shows students how to listen to the whispers of the natural world. Through subtle communication and light influence, students can coax information from plants and gain insight into their environment. Practical exercises often involve observing complex performances staged in his magical gardens, testing students’ ability to gather details through the plants’ perspective.

Vitally Important: How Healing Environments Enhance Healing Effects

Professor Asana Vargundil
Professor Asana Vargundil returns to teach students that magic is not just in spells, but in the spaces where healing occurs. From maintaining clean laboratories to creating environments that encourage recovery, learners explore how order, care, and subtle magic can enhance medical outcomes. Expect a mix of practical chores, observations, and applied magical techniques.

Pushing Up Daisies: Using Death to Fuel Life

Professor Tivash
In this introductory course on death magic, Professor Tivash teaches students that every act of magic carries a cost. Lessons focus on using life force responsibly to produce healing and other beneficial effects, balancing power with control. Exams require careful management of energy, demonstrating both discipline and precision in the flow of life and death.

Reap What You Sow: Growing the Best Sacrificial Pest (Lab)

Professor Tivash
Also led by Professor Tivash, this class delves into raising and maintaining magical creatures used as components in complex life-force rituals. Students learn the value of care and timing, discovering how nurturing and managing living resources can amplify magical effects. The course blends ethical consideration with practical mastery of magical life cycles.

Skeleton in the Closet: Introduction to Reanimation (Lab)

Professor Serafina Onyx
Taught by Professor Onyx, this eerie yet fascinating course introduces students to controlled reanimation. Using the preserved body of a long-deceased alumnus, learners study necromantic theory and practice bringing the dead back to temporary life under strict supervision. Nighttime labs test precision, control, and respect for magical boundaries, preparing students for the delicate art of necromancy.