Nature Connection

The Aspect of Harmony

Nature of the Aspect

Nature Connection magic is the aspect of harmony and interaction with the natural world. Rather than imposing change upon nature, this magic amplifies existing natural processes, encouraging growth, decay, and balance. It does not create something from nothing but instead strengthens the natural relationships between living things, making it one of the least physically taxing forms of magic.

Core Properties

Particle Color: Green

Typical Spells: Bless, Grow, Wither

Range: Approximately 100 meters, line of sight

Risks and Side Effects

For the Caster:
Nature Connection magic is less intrusive than other aspects, meaning its toll on the caster is minimal. The primary side effect is increased thirst, as the magic subtly depletes bodily moisture. Excessive use over time may result in heightened sensitivity to the natural world, making urban or barren landscapes feel overwhelming and unpleasant.

Ingredient Sourcing & Traits

Where to Find Potent Ingredients:
Forests – Home to the most complex and diverse ecosystems, where nature thrives in full symbiosis.
Floodplains & Riverbanks – Regions with constant renewal of life, where plants must adapt to cycles of abundance and scarcity.
Areas of High Natural Complexity – Locations where multiple species interact in tightly woven ecological relationships, strengthening the potency of magical particles.
Ingredient Traits:
Symbiotic relationships – Plants or fungi that coexist with other species in mutually beneficial ways.
Enhanced chemical communication – Flora that influence the environment through chemical signals, such as those that release pheromones to attract pollinators or ward off predators.
Fragrant odors – Herbs and flowers with strong, distinct scents, often tied to natural interactions with insects or animals.

Closing Thoughts

Nature Connection magic is a subtle but powerful force, emphasizing cooperation with nature rather than dominance over it. It is favored by those who seek long-term growth and balance rather than immediate, dramatic effects. Unlike other aspects, it leaves little harm upon the user, though those attuned to this magic may find themselves increasingly drawn to the wilderness, feeling out of place in artificial or heavily altered environments.

When the Grove Bloomed Twice

They say the apple grove of Solace Springs bloomed twice one year—not from any unnatural force, but because a village elder, once a novice druid, whispered the Blessing of Renewal when the late frost threatened the spring buds. The second bloom saved the harvest, but the elder was found days later kneeling in the orchard, his hands buried in the soil, whispering to unseen roots. He never left the grove again.