>But it's certainly possible to get a grasp of the basics in a couple
>of years, provided that you have an aptitude for magic in the first
>place.

See also: Mia and T'skaia, who both have done at least a little bit of magic on screen, and against each other.

>You probably wouldn't want to take on Magical Midget Clef in a
>one-on-one grudge match at that point, but you'd know enough to be
>useful under the right circumstances (especially if you're up against
>something mundane). Never underestimate the usefulness of knowing one
>or two spells when your opponent doesn't know any. :)

Heh. Sky certainly wasn't expecting Mia to know any. It's always useful to know one or two spells...and even more useful to not have anyone know you know 'em.

-- Juniper

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