The Schools of Magic - Elementals in Lorwyn

There is one other major source of magical power that does not fall neatly into any of the categories already discussed - the elementals. They are the dreams of an entire world given form. Read on to discover their strange power.

The Schools of Magic - Treefolk in Lorwyn

Ancient and wise, the treefolk of Lorwyn are generally compassionate to the younger races. The only race that the elves do not view as eyeblights, their wisdom is sought out by all. Hit the jump to discover their knowledge.

The Schools of Magic - Giants in Lorwyn

The largest and strongest beings on Lorwyn, giants are mostly unconcerned with the smaller races. However, their fierce territoriality and single-minded nature mean that they will sometimes take offense from small things. If this happens to you, good luck, for an angry giant is a sight to behold, though you will not be around long enough to appreciate it. However, if you continue reading you might just learn enough to escape with your life.

The Schools of Magic - Goblins in Lorwyn

Obsessed with experiencing everything possible, the goblins as Lorwyn, known as boggarts, are more a walking force for chaos than anything else. Their natural curiosity combined with their communal nature means they do not recognize personal property, and believe that any sensation they can share is a good thing, meaning they are a constant nuisance to the other races of Lorwyn. Read on to learn about this strange race.

The Schools of Magic - Elves in Lorwyn

Arrogant and xenophobic, the elves of Lorwyn take many of the common elven traits to the extreme. Confident in their own beauty, they believe everything that is not as beautiful, which is to say everything else, has no right to live, and therefore only survives through what they view as their benevolence. Of course, there are some things that are simply too hideous to be allowed to live. These beings, deemed eyeblights, are hunted down and killed. Naturally, all of this leads to some friction with the other races. Hit the jump to see how the elves interact with the rest of the world.

The Schools of Magic - Flamekin in Lorwyn

Capable of incredible passion, the flamekin are instigators of change on Lorwyn. They have flexible stone bodies covered in flames that burn cool unless the flamekin wishes otherwise. They love freedom, and most wander the world instead of living in any established communities. Hit the jump to see the innate magic of the flamekin.

The Schools of Magic - The Fae in Lorwyn

A constant nuisance, few intelligent beings on Lorwyn pay much attention to the Faeries. Playing seemingly harmless pranks and taking the dreams of the other intelligent beings, none suspected their sinister purpose. Hit the jump to find out how this enigmatic race works.

The Schools of Magic - Merfolk in Lorwyn

The merfolk of Lorwyn, known as Merrow, are the masters of trade and travel on the plane. Combining their skill with water magic and their vast knowledge, they can be anywhere on the plane within hours. This mobility has made them a force to be reckoned with. Hit the jump to hear more about the merrow.

The Schools of Magic - Kithkin in Lorwyn

As we've seen, the schools of magic can vary depending on the plane in question. Nowhere is this more true than Lorwyn, where the schools are focused on the various races inhabiting the plane instead of the colors of Magic. This week I will be talking about the schools of Magic that the inhabitants of Lorwyn use. I will not be discussing each card for two reasons. First off, there is no particularly easy way to separate the cards based on race. Second, I really don't want to. While I'm glad that I did it, by the end of the week it had become a chore and incredibly aggravating. Also, I imagine it was as boring to read as it was to write something that became so repetitive.

The Kithkin of Lorwyn are a hard working race, able to work together flawlessly through the use of the Thoughtweft, an emotional bond that links all Kithkin together. It is through this bond that they have managed to hold their own against the bigger and stronger races that inhabit the plane. Hit the jump to learn more about the Kithkin!