Kwing's definitions

Flame

A spell most likely used by Djinn and Ifrits who harness ample control over fire. Useful for starting gentle fires, unlike Infernos which are more voracious and destructive flames.

The Flame in the palm of my hand vanished. "Now that wasn't very polite."

by Kwing October 29, 2009

Compression

A more obscure spell that compresses the target into (typically) a small stone.

The Foliot was crushed into a stone as I launched a Compression at it.

by Kwing October 29, 2009

Wisp-Light

More controlled version of an Illumination; can be shaped discreetly as to avoid attracting attention.

I used a Wisp-Light to read the sign.

by Kwing October 29, 2009

Hurricane

A small tornado conjured to wreak mayhem. Works on people resilient to magic as well.

My Hurricane hit him full-blast in the chest.

by Kwing October 29, 2009

Noisome Wind

A spirit's version of flatulence. Suggests some kind of bio-chemistry in their essence.

This is quite unlike the Noisome Wind, which is created in a rather different way.

by Kwing October 29, 2009

Illusion

Similar to a Glamour, but erects an illusion on a scene instead of a single object, such as making the outlook of a window appear different.

The specters were only an Illusion. Growling I changed direction again and charged down the hall.

by Kwing October 29, 2009

Best

1. Used to describe something that is the most effective, most enjoyable, etc. of something. If there are three cars and one car lasts the longest, then that car is the best car in terms of how long it lasts.

2. Synonym for "guests". Mostly used in England, if somebody says that a room is "for best", they most likely mean it is intended for guests to use.

1. John: Peter's Bakery has the best muffins!

2. Tracy: Please don't play in this room. It's for best.

by Kwing June 22, 2010