In this world, we are but mere steps in the grand scheme of things. Our existence is nothing more than a test, a trial to see what we can make of the time that we are given. And in this world of meaninglessness, we are judged not by what we have, but by what we do with it.
This is the philosophy of Tears, an Academy of magic that specializes in water manipulation and necromancy. Their teachings are rooted in the idea of sacrifice, of giving of oneself for the greater good of all. It is a philosophy that is not for the faint of heart, but for those who seek to find purpose in a world that often feels empty.
At the heart of Tears is the belief that we must live our lives in pious sacrifice, making the world a better place in whatever way we can. We must study this world, understand it, and use that understanding to make a difference. It is through this dedication to betterment that we can find clarity and understanding in our own lives.
And yet, for all of our efforts, we are still faced with a world that is full of emptiness. It is in this emptiness that the tears of our souls can find a place to take root. We must embrace the emptiness and fill it with our own drop of soul, creating something beautiful and eternal out of the nothingness.
It is through magic that we can bring our tears to life, using the power of water manipulation and necromancy to bend the elements to our will. Students of water manipulation can expand on simple spells such as Create Water and Water Breathing, while also using water-related versions of other spells. They can even turn Wall of Fire into a Wall of Water, showing the true power of their magic.
Those who align themselves with the sacrificial philosophy of Tears often show an affinity for spells within the Formal school of Necromancy. It is a branch of magic that deals with the manipulation of death and the undead, and is not for the faint of heart. But for those who seek to give of themselves for the greater good, necromancy can be a powerful tool for change.
In the end, it is the idea of sacrifice that lies at the heart of Tears. It is a philosophy that urges us to make something beautiful out of the emptiness of our world, to give of ourselves for the greater good of all. And it is through our tears that we can find the magic to create something truly amazing.
As we take our next step in this journey of life, let us remember the words of Tears: "What we do with nothing, is our test. When the time comes, it will be what we are able to do with what we have that will be our unveiling, our salvation." Let us make the most of our time in this world, and leave behind a legacy of sacrifice and magic that will inspire others for generations to come.
U Foundation Bolt