There was no prohibition. But there was a warning from Alex that using magic wouldn't look very good in the eyes of the NPCs. And that's what happened. I also played out this moment with my character. And personally, I continue the theme that the victory wasn't entirely fair because magic was used. You're laughing, saying, "Well, the GM didn't forbid it." The GM doesn't forbid Cassius from stabbing a feather under Sandar's ribs or Aidan. Should I do that and then mock you when you get upset about such actions?
Before it started, I didn't say anything and didn't plan to, because Alex initially indicated this point, which means he anticipated this kind of micro-conflict to create content. Content within the game world.
Should I advise a player not to play the game? I don't know, maybe I should have. But would he listen? (No).
GM's character ✔️
Favoritism ✔️
Traps ✔️
Gray text argument ✔️
Finally, I'm approaching Revan's level.
e si ieu muoir, er mi grans deliuriers