∧ Every character can join (or if born on blackhollow) with an element, the element of choosing is presented in the form of a firefly that follows the character around. It does not have any special abilities nor does it speak and it comes in the color of the element of the character.

∧ When a character starts out, it cannot use its elemental power until it is activated via bestowment. The bestowment is by a Deity once the character has reached a posting count of 30. It is basically a milestone for the character who is rewarded automatically.

∧ Once your character has reached 30 posts you may create a thread here so you can begin play with that element.

∧ The firefly can be played as a sort of companion, though it can't be controlled to do things for the character and it can't die unless the character dies.

∧ The firefly is the magic force of the character.

∧ When you start a character on Black Hollow you can choose if you want your character to posses elemental abilities. If you choose to not have an element you may choose NULLA in the element drop down menu in your profile. This group is basically a non elemental group and your character will not have a firefly nor will it posess any elemental abilities.

∧ There are minor abilities you can buy for your character at the Boutique which you can have with your elemental abilities or just by themselves.

∧ A character can only have a maximum of five minor abilities.

magic in depth

fire - ignis Accompanied by the Red firefly, your character has a natural ability to manipulate flame.

water - aqam Accompanied by the Blue firefly, your character has a natural ability to manipulate Water. Such as lakes, ponds, streams, rivers, as well as fish and aquatic animals.

earth - terra Accompanied by the Green firefly, your character has a natural ability to manipulate Earthly things such as rocks, plants, trees, as well as their growth.

wind - ventum Accompanied by the White firefly, your character has a natural ability to manipulate Wind. The weather, though limited to only one space around the user, clouds, and gusts.

light - lucem Accompanied by the Yellow firefly, your character has a natural ability to manipulate Light or good energy. Such as healing, creating actual 'light', or anti-dark abilities.

dark - obscuro Accompanied by the Dark Purple firefly, your character has a natural ability to manipulate Dark or evil energy. Such as curses, dark matter, and anti-light abilities.

You are given creative freedom with the element you choose. In your profile you have an area called "magic" to explain what kind of abilities your character has pertaining to that element. It is completely up to your choosing what you want your character to be able to do. You cannot mix elements together.

All magic is looked over by staff prior to acceptance to make sure there is fairness. Please be wary of your character's magic and anything that may sound unfair or overpowering will be given alteration suggestions.

minor abilities

Minor abilities are available for purchase in the Boutique.

poison - Saliva becomes venomous. Venom is not lethal but can be if not treated.

invisibility - Makes the user invisible but only for a span of about 10 minutes.

confusion - Gives the ability to temporarily confuse an opponent. Effects only last for 30 seconds.

melody - Gives the ability of a beautiful voice. Makes wildlife approach and can be used to mesmerize opponents. Mesmerization lasts as long as the user is singing. It can be blocked if ears are covered or if deaf.

mind reading - Gives the ability to read minds. It has a span of 6 meters in all directions of the user, if something is farther than 6 meters nothing can be read.

teleportation - User can teleport 10 meters at a time. Energy is depleted the more it us used. If it used too many times the user will faint.

force field - Gives the ability to create a force field either around the user or something else. The field lasts 10 seconds and there can only be one created at a time. Once it ends it requires a 10 second regeneration before the next one can be made.

camouflauge - Gives the ability to camouflage into the user's surroundings, however it does not make the user invisible.