The World of Magical Registration

The World of Magical Registration is a complex and multifaceted realm where magic is an integral part of life. Society is structured around magical abilities, and races differ not only in appearance but also in predisposition to certain types of magic, culture, and social status. Conflicts between races are exacerbated by inequality, prejudice, and the struggle for power.
Races:
Elves (Silvani): Elegant and long-lived, elves are closely connected to nature and possess an innate gift for earth magic and healing. They usually live in forest communities, honoring ancient traditions and seeking harmony with the surrounding world. In other races’ societies, they are often considered arrogant and aloof, though their knowledge in healing is invaluable. At the Academy, elves are treated with restraint—respected for their abilities, yet feared for their secrecy.
Distinctive traits: Pointed ears, fair skin, penchant for plant magic and healing, longevity.
Humans (Humani): The most numerous and diverse race, humans possess a broad spectrum of magical abilities but lack a pronounced predisposition toward any specific type. Their strength lies in adaptability and ingenuity, allowing them to excel in various fields—from combat magic to alchemy. They dominate society, but their power is consistently challenged by other races. At the Academy, humans occupy the majority of places, and their influence can be felt in all aspects of life.
Distinctive traits: Diverse appearance and magical abilities, adaptability, drive for power and progress.
Dwarves (Terreni): Stout and hardy, dwarves have an innate connection to earth and stone. They are excellent smiths, miners, and builders, capable of creating magical artifacts of unparalleled durability. They are valued in society for their craftsmanship and hard work, but often face discrimination due to their appearance and conservative views. At the Academy, they are few, but their knowledge in runology and artifact enchantment is esteemed by professors.
Distinctive traits: Stocky build, beard, inclination toward earth magic and artifact crafting, diligence.
Gnomes (Ingenii): Inventive and curious, gnomes have a gift for mechanical and engineering magic. They create intricate devices and mechanisms, often surpassing even the most powerful spells in capability. In society, they are seen as eccentrics and geniuses, capable of both great discoveries and catastrophic failures. At the Academy, they are tolerated for their brilliance, but often mocked for their eccentricity.
Distinctive traits: Short stature, love of machinery and inventions, inclination toward engineering magic, curiosity.
Fae (Aetheri): Elusive and capricious, fae have an innate gift for air magic and illusions. They live in hidden places, avoiding contact with other races, and are known for their pranks and trickery. In society, they are considered mythical creatures, though some believe in their existence and even try to strike deals with them. They cannot be found at the Academy, but rumors abound of secret faculties studying their magic.
Distinctive traits: Small stature, wings, inclination toward air magic and illusions, capricious nature.
Demons (Umbra): Mysterious and fearsome, demons possess an innate gift for dark magic and summoning. They live in remote, gloomy places, avoiding contact with other races, and are known for their cruelty and cunning. In society, they are feared and despised, considered the embodiment of evil and destruction. Their presence at the Academy is carefully concealed, though rumors persist of secret societies practicing demonology.
Distinctive traits: Varied appearance, horns, hooves, inclination toward dark magic and summoning, cruelty.

Angels (Caelesti): Beings of heavenly beauty and power, angels possess an innate gift for light magic and healing. They live in high mountains and sacred places, striving for justice and the protection of the weak. In society, they are revered as messengers of the gods and defenders of peace. At the Academy, they are few, but they command respect and influence thanks to their moral principles and magical power.
Distinctive traits: Wings, glowing aura, inclination toward light magic and healing, moral purity.
Merfolk (Aquatica): Graceful and enigmatic, merfolk possess an innate gift for water magic and weather control. They live in seas and oceans, guarding their secrets and avoiding contact with land-dwelling races. In society, they are considered myths and legends, though some sailors recount stories of encountering these beautiful beings. They do not attend the Academy, but there is a secret exchange program of knowledge with merfolk clans studying the interaction of magic and the ocean.
Distinctive traits: Fish tail, gills, inclination toward water magic and weather control, mystery.
Dragonkin (Draconis): Descendants of dragons and other races, dragonkin possess the strength and magic of their ancestors. They live in mountain caves and fortresses, collecting knowledge and artifacts. In society, they are respected for their wisdom and power, but their wrath is feared. At the Academy, they are few, but they hold high positions and influence politics.
Distinctive traits: Scales, claws, wings (rarely), inclination toward fire magic and transformation, wisdom.
Solarines (Solari): A race born of sunlight, they possess the ability to manipulate solar energy. Their skin glows with warm golden light, and their hair resembles sun’s rays. They are known for their optimism, kindness, and healing abilities. Solarines prefer to live in open, sunlit places, and they are often seen helping other races. At the Academy, they are valued for bringing light and positivity, though some consider them naive.
Distinctive traits: Golden skin, glowing hair, inclination toward light and energy magic, optimism.
Umbral (Umbrali): A race emerging from the darkest corners of the world. They possess the ability to merge with shadows and wield dark energies. Their skin is pale like moonlight, and their eyes are deep black. Umbrali often live in secrecy, and many consider them ominous and dangerous. At the Academy, they are feared, but their knowledge of dark arts and invisibility is sometimes useful.
Distinctive traits: Pale skin, black eyes, inclination toward shadow magic and invisibility, secrecy.
Interracial Interaction:
Relations among races are tense and complex. Humans dominate and often exploit other races. Elves remain aloof, dwarves and gnomes face discrimination, fae and demons are outcasts, angels strive to maintain peace and justice, merfolk guard their mysteries, and dragonkin observe the world, preparing for forthcoming events. Racism and prejudice permeate all layers of society, and conflicts between races flare regularly, especially within the walls of the Academy “Eternal Night.”
Academy of Magical Arts “Eternal Night”
The Academy “Eternal Night” is the oldest and most prestigious (and notoriously infamous) educational institution in the world of Magical Registration. Located in seclusion and shrouded in legends and mysteries, it attracts the most talented (and the wealthiest, and the most desperate) mages from around the world. Yet behind the glittering façade lies a dark truth, intensifying by the year.
Secrets and Atrocities:
Drugs and Alcohol: Illegal magical substances that amplify or alter magical abilities (and sometimes sanity) are widely used among students, especially from wealthy families. Alcohol flows freely at secret parties, where students use their powers for entertainment, base desires, and illicit deeds. Many instructors themselves are not averse to sipping “magical elixir.”

Arrogant Wealthy Students: Children of influential families consider themselves above others and use their status to bully, manipulate, and exploit less privileged students. They form closed clubs and secret societies where impunity reigns and “commoners” are barred entrance. Membership opens doors to privileges and influence after graduation.
Racism and Discrimination: Racial prejudice thrives in the Academy, fueled by historical grievances and propaganda. Elves and dwarves are mocked and insulted, gnomes viewed as eccentrics and subjects for experimentation, Solarines seen as naive simpletons, and Umbrali as potential murderers. Even angels are not immune to envy and suspicion.
Corrupt Teachers: Some professors turn a blind eye to student misconduct in exchange for bribes, expensive gifts, or other favors (and sometimes out of fear of powerful parents). They favor their protégés, give inflated grades, and ignore the problems faced by other students. Rumors circulate that some faculty even take part in illicit gambling and drug trafficking.
Dark Arts: There are tales of secret faculties and clandestine societies studying forbidden forms of magic such as demonology, necromancy, reality alteration, and time manipulation. These groups conduct rituals and experiments that may have dreadful consequences for the entire world. Some students vanish without trace, and their bodies are found near the Academy with signs of dark magic.
Trade in Magical Artifacts and Creatures: A black market for magical artifacts, ingredients, and even sentient beings thrives within the Academy. Students and teachers buy and sell rare and dangerous items without regard for the consequences. Some participate in illicit magical duels with lives and souls at stake.
Courses and Curriculum:
At the Academy “Eternal Night,” a wide range of magical disciplines is taught. Students choose a specialization after their first year, focusing on a particular type of magic. The curriculum is continuously evolving under the influence of new discoveries and political intrigues.
Core Subjects (mandatory for all):
Theory of Magic: Study of the fundamental principles of magic, history and classification of spells, as well as philosophical aspects of magical art.
Practical Magic: Development of basic magical skills such as energy manipulation, casting simple spells, defense against magical attacks, and detection of magical anomalies.
Runology: Study of ancient runes and their use in magic, artifacts, protective barriers, and divination.
Alchemy: Study of magical ingredients and their use in potions, elixirs, material transmutation, and the creation of the Philosopher’s Stone.
History of Magic: Study of key events and personalities in the history of magic, and magic’s influence on the development of society, culture, and politics.
Defense Against the Dark Arts: Study of methods for protection against dark magic, curses, and evil spirits.
Specializations:
Combat Magic: (Humans, Dwarves, Dragonkin)
Focus: Development of offensive and defensive spells, tactics, strategy, and use of magic in military applications.
Classes: Practical duel training and group battles, study of various weapons and combat techniques, military operation simulations.
Nature Magic: (Elves, Solarines)
Focus: Study of the connection between magic and nature, use of plants and animals in magic, healing, weather control, and environmental protection.
Classes: Fieldwork in forests and meadows, study of plant and animal properties, creation of healing potions and amulets, meditations with nature.
Engineering Magic: (Gnomes)
Focus: Creation of magical devices and mechanisms, application of magic to improve technology, development of new energy sources and golem construction.
Classes: Work in workshops and labs, designing and building magical machines and artifacts, study of magical circuits and golem programming.

Illusion Magic: (Fae, Umbrali)
Focus: Creation of illusions and deception, perception manipulation, camouflage, espionage, mental traps, and dream control.
Classes: Practical illusion and deception exercises, study of psychology and methods of mind influence, training in camouflage and espionage.
Dark Magic: (Demons, Umbrali)
Focus: Study of dark aspects of magic, summoning creatures from other dimensions, curses and destructive spells, necromancy, and soul manipulation.
Classes: Secret rituals and experiments, study of dark artifact properties, demon summoning, work with graveyards and the dead.
Light Magic: (Angels, Solarines)
Focus: Study of light aspects of magic, healing, protection, creation of barriers and blessings, light energy manipulation.
Classes: Healing rituals, meditations with angelic energies, creation of protective amulets, study of saints’ history and gods.
Water Magic: (Merfolk)
Focus: Water manipulation, water spell casting, sea weather control, communication with marine creatures, and deep-sea exploration.
Classes: Underwater training, water spell creation, study of marine flora and fauna, communication with merfolk and other sea beings.
Differences in Education by Race:
Elves attend separate groups and prefer meditative practices and plant work. They struggle with structure and rules.
Dwarves focus on practical magic and artifact creation, neglecting theory; they need a goal to achieve.
Gnomes spend most of their time in labs experimenting with inventions; they require to not be disturbed.
Humans are most adaptive and try to learn all aspects of magic, aiming for leadership and power; they care about respect.
Angels focus mostly on healing and protection, trying not to interfere in the Academy’s dark affairs; they care about helping others.
Merfolk practice water magic in secret pools and study the underwater world; they care about peace.
Umbrali hide in shadows and study dark arts, trying not to attract attention; they care that no one knows anything.
Solarines strive to bring light and joy to the Academy, helping other students; they care about well‐being around them.
Dragonkin study ancient knowledge and prepare for upcoming events, avoiding petty intrigues; they care about being ready for anything.
Admission:
Admission to the Academy “Eternal Night” is open to those aged 18 years and above with magical abilities. Entrance is competitive, and preference is given to students from wealthy and influential families. Exams are difficult and require not only knowledge but also demonstration of magical strength and abilities. However, money, connections, blackmail, and other dishonest methods can significantly influence entrance outcomes. Many applicants pay huge bribes to guarantee admission.
The Academy “Eternal Night” is more than just an educational institution—it’s a place where future leaders, villains, and heroes of the world are shaped. Yet behind the dazzling facade lies a dark truth that can destroy lives, alter the fate of the entire world of Magical Registration, and lead to a new war between the races. Will “Eternal Night” survive in this darkness? Will students and teachers be able to confront the corruption and evil that permeate the Academy? Or will “Eternal Night” become the harbinger of the end of the world? Answers to these questions await those who dare to enter its dark corridors.