I find it fascinating how different circles perceive the [Mage] Class.

[Healer] and [Priest] Class often look at them with pity. As do any, who have placed their faith upon a Pantheon. Peasants, of course, treat them much as oil does water. Avoiding them at all costs. And yet, those of noble birth flock to them with great interest.

How many well-educated sons and daughters have the mystic arts ensnared, I wonder? Young minds, curious to learn some small inkling to the secrets of spellcraft. Many of them, I suspect, start out by believing that true magic is an exact science. Surely, there is nothing to fear, as any [Mage] of true caliber will only use techniques that are practiced beyond any margin of error. That those who practice spellcraft, follow a system of control with the utmost respect.

Certainly, it is safe to assume that almost any [Mage] one might happen to meet will strive their best to act the part. The Citadel teaches by the strictest of standards and prides itself on producing only the finest. Yet, I would advise anyone who keeps the company of those practicing the mystic and magical arts to remember:

There will always be exceptions.