Book of Air

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Book of Air
Primary school	Air

A primer on the elemental magics of Air. Particularly dedicated students have found themselves convinced of their own ability to fly, with tragic results.

Spells

Tile	Spell	Type	Level
	a - Shock	Air/Conjuration	1
	b - Swiftness	Air	3
	c - Airstrike	Air	4

Use

Air Magic has a variety of applications, and this book is no exception:

• Swiftness allows you to outrun most foes while zapping them with Shock, and tougher foes can usually be manoeuvred into position for a double-zap.
• Airstrike is a useful spell for elemental specialists who lack the means to deal with enemies immune to their attacks. It is also useful for summoners, as they can fire past their summoned creatures without fear. Airstrike is particularly good against most flying nuisances, like harpies.

Further reading

The Book of the Sky contains more advanced Air Magic.

History

• Prior to 0.27, the book had Lightning Bolt and Static Discharge.
• Prior to 0.20, this book had Repel Missiles instead of Airstrike.
• Prior to 0.17, this book had the Flight spell, which was removed from the game.
• Prior to 0.10, this book contained Levitation instead of Flight.
• Prior to 0.9, this book contained Mephitic Cloud instead of Lightning Bolt.