The dynamic wisps woven by a disciple of the Magic school of Air are infused with the essence of Ylath, the elemental Dragon of Storms. Air Magic can be used to create violent gusts of wind that toss opponents around, or sizzling lightning bolts that fry them alive.
Years of meditation and energetic exercises prepare the body and mind to withstand even the strongest magical assaults, which would otherwise annihilate ordinary people in the blink of an eye.
Axes are the classic choice for fighters who want to cause serious damage. In skilled hands, critical hits with axes leave bleeding wounds. If these injuries are not healed quickly the wounded will bleed to death.
What the bow lacks in damage it compensates for in range. Masters of the bow can launch two attacks before the target realizes what has hit them... twice.
These mechanical works of precision are exceptionally accurate and powerful. They allow marksmen to deal critical damage on vital spots. At short range the powerful bolts can pierce through several enemies.
Being light and small, daggers are often overlooked, considered low damage weapons. This is true when wielded by amateurs, but in the hands of a true master they become extremely deadly. No weapon is better for repeatedly stabbing vital areas with critical precision.
Malassa, the elemental Dragon of Darkness, rules over the Shadows that hide and shelter her followers but weaken her enemies, overwhelming them with intangible horrors. Dark Magic slowly creeps over its victims, draining their lifeforce and ravaging their souls.
A protective garment is good. Blocking and parrying attacks is even better, but by far the best option is to avoid getting hit altogether. Grand Masters of dodging don't need to wear armour, focusing instead on increasing their offensive efficiency.
Perfect rhythm and skilled coordination are the standard traits of a Dual Wielder. Instead of just crudely swinging two weapons, the grand master of dual wield resembles a dancer, capable of creating an impenetrable and deadly whirlwind of naked steel around himself.
Sylanna, the elemental Dragon of Earth, stands for natural Harmony and governs the mineral, vegetal and animal kingdoms. Earth magic can command the vegetation to snare the enemy, conjure various poisonous effects, or infuse allies with regenerative and protective powers.
Extensive training of endurance and willpower can improve one's resistance to fatigue and pain. Adepts of this practice are capable of soaking up more damage than most.
Flames, smoke and ash in the material realm, represented by burning passions in the Spirit World, are aspects of the elemental Dragon of Fire, Arkath. Fire Magic incinerates enemies with scorching fireballs or causes blood to boil with a divine fury that consumes all fear and doubt.
If holding one's ground is the top priority, then heavy armour is the protective garment class of choice. The drawback is reduced flexibility that can only be balanced by honing this skill to perfection.
Light Magic comes from Elrath, the elemental Dragon of Light, and is directly linked to the ideals of truth, justice and perfection. It can smite the blasphemous with holy light, but its main purpose is to protect the faithful; cleansing them of curses, healing their wounds, and even bringing them back from the dead.
Skilled fighters swing these blunt weapons with astonishing speed and grace for such heavy weapons. Occasionally when the blow is well-placed, the opponent will be stunned.
Magical Foci are catalysts made for users of the arcane arts to channel and condense magic currents. Focus masters can amplify the intensity of their spells to a critical level, vastly increasing their power.
Medium armour is made of light, yet fairly protective materials such as leather or light chain, using elaborate fabrication techniques to provide the optimal mix of protection and flexibility.
Magic is natural to the Elder races of Ashan, as Mana, the sacred blood of the Dragons, runs in their veins. Yet very few people can channel it naturally in significant amounts. Through the practice of special meditation techniques and by communion with the Spirit World, a devoted student of Magic can significantly increase his personal Mana reservoir.
Prime Magic is linked directly to Asha and Urgash, the Primordial Dragons. Energies channelled from the spirit world can be used to manipulate time, space and matter. The Master of Prime Magic is able to empower his allies, hamper his enemies, or travel instantly to distant locations using spirit gates.
Skilled users of shields do not only get the chance to block melee attacks and ranged shots, but also to bash opponents. Grandmasters of the shield are said to be able to protect their companions from showering volleys of arrows.
Spears require both hands to be used efficiently, but they compensate for this limitation with high versatility. They are as effective at blocking hostile blows as delivering them. They can cause severe damage, piercing even the thickest armour.
Swords are a most common choice of melee weapon due to a perfect balance between speed and damage. The experienced wielder can put together a series of powerful strikes, enough to break the resolve of any opponent.
The mere sight of a fighter wielding a great weapon with both hands can make opponents tremble with fear. Two-handed weapons easily compensate for the lack of a shield or an additional weapon. They can be used to block enemies' assaults or simply break their defenses with sheer power.
A trained and experienced warrior can tip the scales in favour of his party by executing advanced combat moves. The expert in Warfare might either protect weaker comrades or decide to take the biggest threat out of the equation, focusing on a single enemy and dealing massive damage.
Water Magic is the province of Shalassa, the elemental Dragon of the unrelenting waves and the soothing mists. Controlling its many aspects allows the true master to freeze his enemy with ice, call upon destruction in the form of gigantic tidal waves, or cleanse the body and mind from most ills.