Ioth Academy Curriculum
It's no easy task raising a mage. Here's a list of classes students take during their tenure at Ioth Academy
First Year
Red Robes
Fundamental Arcana
Steps of Spellcasting
Reading & Writing
Arithmetic
| Elective | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Arts & Crafts | +1 Tool Proficiency |
Completion: Level 2
Second Year
Orange Robes
Somatic Exercises
Principles of Arcana
Syntax of Magic
Reading, Writing, Arithmetic
| Elective | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Herbalism | Intelligence (Nature) or Tool Proficiency: Herbalists Kit |
| Magical History | Intelligence (History), or advantage on Intelligence (History) checks involving mages and magic |
| Elemental Studies | Advantage On Intelligence (Arcana) checks regarding The Elements |
| Spiritualism | Intelligence (Religion) or Advantage on Intelligence (Religion) checks to identify entities |
Completion: Level 3
Third Year
Yellow Robes
Spell Theory
Taxonomy of Magic
Discipline
Logic & Rhetoric
| Electives | Benefits |
|---|---|
| Alchemy | Tool Proficiency: Alchemist's Supplies. Craft Potions |
| Runic Alphabets | Advantage on Intelligence checks involving Runes. Craft Scrolls |
| Planar Metageometry | Advantage on Intelligence checks involving the Four Kingdoms |
| Supernatural Philosophy | Advantage on Intelligence checks to identify magical creatures |
Completion: Level 4
Fourth year
Green Robes
Traditions of Magic
Arcane Self Defense
Spell Formulae
Metaphysical Education
| Electives | Benefits |
|---|---|
| Etiology | Advantage on Intelligence checks involving Dawn Magic |
| Draconic Studies | Language (Draconic) |
| Advanced Elemental Studies | Feat: Elemental Adept |
| Artifice | Feat: Artificer Initiate. |
Completion: +1 Intelligence, Wisdom or Charisma
Fifth Year
Blue Robes
Core Classes
| Course | Teacher | Description | Exam 1 | Exam 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcane Theories & Proofs | Acacius | The theory side of Spell Matrices. This class teaches more advanced fundamentals of magic, asking students to explain how magic works on a large/worldwide scale as well as on a small, micro scale. To pass this class, you need to be able to model and predict how magic will flow or behave under various conditions. | Intelligence (Arcana) & Wisdom (Insight) OR Charisma (none)oh wait | Intelligence (Investigation) & Wisdom (Perception) |
| Numerology | Tana Raulnor | Magic has a lot of math. Anacra is built on a pattern of Four. Glyphs and runes can change based on how they're aligned with each other. Spell matrices require precise construction. The more complex the magic you're trying to work, the greater the risk that math will be involved. | Intelligence (Arcana) & Intelligence (Investigation) | Intelligence (Nature) & Wisdom (Insight) |
| Spell Matrices | Iebrus Gulm | A prerequisite to casting Second Circle magic, Spell Matrices teaches students how to build more complex energy structures. It involves not only book knowledge and complex theories, but mental focus and discipline. | Intelligence (Arcana) & Dexterity (Sleight of Hand) | Dexterity (Acrobatics) OR Strength (Athletics), and Wisdom (Insight) OR Constitution Save |
| World Studies | Bethrynna Cogarraigh | This is a comprehensive overview of the world outside the academy. It focuses on the history of the world and brings students up to speed on the various cultures of the Sunswept Lands, both nearby and abroad. | Intelligence (History) & Intelligence (Religion) | Wisdom (Insight) OR Charisma (Persuasion) & Intelligence (Nature) |
Electives
| Elective | Teacher | Description | Benefit | Exam 1 | Exam 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otherworld Studies | Ceobotun | Advantage on Intelligence checks involving Fey or the Otherworld | Intelligence (Arcana) & Intelligence (Wisdom) | ||
| Underworld Studies | Nasima | Advantage on Intelligence checks involving the Underworld | Intelligence (Arcana) & Intelligence (Wisdom) | ||
| Overworld Studies | Krec | Advantage on Intelligence checks involving the Sky Kingdom | Intelligence (History) & Intelligence (Nature) | ||
| History and Tactics of Battle and Warfare | Inril Untermauler | Advantage on Intelligence (History) checks involving battles and armies | Intelligence (History) & Wisdom (Insight) |
Completion Bonus
Gain +1 Cantrip
Sixth Year
Indigo Robes
Binding & Wards
Arcane Self Defense II
Spellcraft
Second Circle Theory
| Elective | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Illusion | Learn one Illusion spell |
| Divination | Learn one Divination spell |
| Enchantment | Learn one Enchantment spell |
| Abjuration | Learn one Abjuration spell |
Completion: Level 5
Seventh Year
Violet Robes
- Independent Study
- Cosmological Metaphysics
- Focus & Focii
- Esoterra
| Elective | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Transmutation | Learn one Transmutation spell |
| Evocation | Learn one Evocation spell |
| Necromancy | Learn one Necromancy spell |
| Conjuration | Learn one Conjuration spell |
Graduation: Title of Mage.
Continued Studies
After completing their seven years of initial studies, students may graduate as Mages. They may choose to enroll in one of the Towers of Wizardry, choosing a focus and pursuing an advanced degree. They may also apply for an apprenticeship, working directly with a Master at the academy. Either of these paths may allow them to receive the title of Magus.
To receive the title of Master, a Magus must create a new spell, magic item, or major contribution in their field of specialty, then submit their findings to the High Circle. The High Circle may accept the applicant as a Master and bestow upon them the recognition their work deserves, as well as access to even more restricted information and resources.
The title of Archmage is reserved for those who have mastered the Third Circle of magic. If you have to ask if you're an archmage, you're not an archmage.
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