Chandler felt himself coming to, too fuzzy with sleep to recognize the significance of that. He felt pleasantly warm and drowsy, and turned a bit to borrow deeper into the blankets.
Movement in front of him prompted him to reluctantly open his eyes. Don’s familiar figure was approaching him, his expression alight in a happy grin, and a (much larger) Naru in his arms.
“Welcome back, sleepy head.”
Chandler blinked heavily, his mind still sluggishly waking up. “Don?” He yawned, and stretched under the covers, noting the unusual stiffness throughout his body, and slowly remembering their last conversation. He felt the cushion beside him sink a bit as Don perched on the edge of the seat. Familiar fingers tenderly brushed his bangs aside.
“Is’t spring, yet?” Chandler asked sleepily, reaching up to rub the sand out of his eyes.
“Would appear so,” Don replied still grinning. “I made some breakfast; figured you’d be hungry.”
As if in response, Chandler’s stomach let loose a low, grumbling noise. The brunet sat up slowly, a hand draping loosely over his hollow feeling stomach. “Yeah,” he replied, sounding more alert now. “Sounds good.”
For people who like Harry Potter but do not like J. K. Rowling or her views and stance on things I think you would be happy to know that the concept of a hidden magical school has its roots in real folklore and predates Harry Potter by centuries. It's called Scholomance and literally just means "School of Magick."
Bram Stoker even references it in the novel Dracula, suggesting that Dracula was a student. So yes, Count Dracula sort-of attended Hogwarts. And this got me thinking... If The Endless decided (Perhaps out of boredom) to run a school for magically incline beings and magically incline mortals, what would each one teach?
Destiny - Astrology and fortune telling 101.
Death - Necromancy (but that can get a little messy) or ectomancy (Ghost based magick. Summoning, banishing, or communicating with spirits).
Morpheus / Dream - Oneiromancy. Dream based magick, of course. And the analyzing and interpretation of dreams, as well as how to lucid dream and dream walk (entering the dreams of others).
Daniel / Dream - Basic elemental magicks and how to harness the power, probably heavily Earth / Sand based.
Destruction - Arts and crafts and home economics. Probably potions and magical weapons as well. Yes, Destruction would have Defense against the Dark Arts.
Desire - Sex ed and lust potions. Might eventually be forbidden from the first part. Potions master but lots of dubious desire themed potions.
Despair - Physical education. And she'd be terrible at it too, but lots of students in despair will make her happy. She might also teach hemomancy. Blood based magicks.
Delirium - Theatre. You would understand if you've ever taken drama class. And possibly transfiguration.
Dear western side of tumblr, I have a question for you
So if someone says “Russian School of Magic” or, in more narrow terms we may add Slavic to this (though it will exclude a lot of minorities), what first pops to your mind?
Even if it’s cringe Koldovstoretz from pottermore it’s ok, say it for the statistics
Our protagonist is a beginner mage at a school for spellcasters. This school is under threat of being shut down, unless their curriculum can produce an entire class of proficient mages.
This is for the WIP post... I pick the word "cuddle"
“But…we used to be…I used to be a huge ass, there’s no way either of you could…”
Maya and Crian exchanged a knowing look.
“Not gonna lie and say I don’t still get irritated when I think back to those days, but you’re not that person anymore,” Crian told him, propping himself on an elbow so he could meet the brunet’s gaze. “None of us are who we were back then. Things change. And…well, I like the newer you, for what it’s worth.”
Chandler hesitated, feeling both touched and a little embarrassed. “Thanks. I think.”
“So what is this, exactly? What are we all comfortable with?” Maya asked a bit timidly.
“I’m…okay with just…this, for now,” Chandler said quietly. “No offense to either of you.”
“Okay,” Maya agreed, and Crian nodded in consent. “Cuddling it is, then.” And she snuggled tighter into his side. Crian lowered himself back down as well, obliging with the contact. Chandler breathed a content sigh.
Linux and Beyond: PartTimeIndie's Update for School of Magic
School of Magic update for the hack and slash dungeon crawler game coming to Linux and Windows PC. Developer PartTimeIndie's exceptional talents have made a big impact. Available to try now on Steam.
So, let's dive into what's cooking with PartTimeIndie's latest update for School of Magic. It's all due to a solo studio. Launching this update is a big change, showing just how far a single developer can push the boundaries.
...my current plan is to try to port the game to Linux once I am closer to release.
Exciting news, PartTimeIndie, our beloved solo game developer, is steadily mastering the ins and outs of Linux. Juggling the hats of both a developer and a learner, the focus remains unwavering on wrapping up the game. A native build is on the horizon for the launch.
Now, lets talk about the changes, such as the visual upgrades, card art, and NPCs that talk back to you! This update isn't just a minor polish; it's a major leap for School of Magic. What's behind these changes, Chat GPT for crafting stories, Elevenlabs for AI voices, and Adobe Firefly for those eye-catching images. It's a tech trio that also works its wizardry for a deeper experience.
School of Magic - GG Bavaria Trailer for the update
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But hey, it's not all about looks. The update brings in some neat features to spice up the School of Magic gameplay. New elite enemies to challenge your skills, handy save and load options during runs (finally!). Plus a revamped progression system that adds more depth. Plus, the overall polish and performance tweaks mean a smoother ride through the magical world.
Speaking of the world, this School of Magic update is all about getting your hands dirty with spellcasting. You're up against orcs, skeletons, and some bizarre creatures. Every spell and move counts, and it's all about smart choices and strategic thinking. The title makes you think on your feet, blending your spells into a powerhouse strategy.
While every new spell is a decision point - does it fit with your style, or will it be a dud? It's this mix of strategy and on-the-fly thinking that keeps you hooked.
You can see how far the title has come. There's an "old_version" branch and a Demo Branch to compare. It's an impressive change. You can play the Demo now on Linux via Proton.
School of Magic hack and slash dungeon crawler is set for a Q2 2025 release, and the update shows its shaping up to be a standout title. For anyone who like a good challenge, strategic gameplay, and a world that pulls you right in, keep your eyes on this one. It's proof that solo devs can create something extraordinary. Due to arrive on both Linux and Windows PC via Steam. Priced at $24.99 USD / £19.49 / 22,99€.