====== Magic Module ======

This module adds structured spellcasting to ODDS RPG.

It may represent:

  * Arcane magic
  * Divine miracles
  * Psionics
  * Super science
  * Ritual technology

The GM decides how magic fits the setting.

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===== Using This Module =====

A character must have:

  * The Arcana (or equivalent) skill
  * Narrative justification (training, mutation, blessing, implant, etc.)

Magic is powerful but carries cost.

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===== Casting a Spell =====

Roll:

  1d20 + Mind + Arcana

Compare to spell TN.

^ Spell Tier ^ TN ^
| Minor | 10 |
| Standard | 15 |
| Major | 18 |
| Legendary | 22 |

If successful:
  Roll Impact (2d10 + Mind unless stated otherwise).

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===== Spell Strain =====

After casting, lose Resolve equal to spell tier:

Minor → 1 Resolve  
Standard → 2 Resolve  
Major → 3 Resolve  
Legendary → 4 Resolve  

If Resolve reaches 0:
  The caster becomes Broken.
  Spell still resolves unless GM rules otherwise.

Magic always has a cost.

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===== Spell Tiers Explained =====

Minor:
  Simple, quick effects.
  Combat utility or small manipulation.

Standard:
  Strong combat or utility effect.
  Most commonly used spells.

Major:
  Large-scale effect.
  Scene-changing ability.

Legendary:
  Rare, powerful, dangerous.
  Campaign-impacting.

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===== Sample Minor Spells =====

Arcane Bolt  
  2d10 damage at Near range.

Shield Flicker  
  Gain +2 Defense until your next turn.

Light  
  Illuminate Close range area for scene.

Detect Energy  
  Sense magic, tech, or psychic activity nearby.

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===== Sample Standard Spells =====

Fire Wave  
  2d10 damage to all enemies in Close range (Agility TN 12 halves).

Barrier  
  Reduce incoming damage by 5 for one round.

Teleport (Short)  
  Instantly move to any visible location within Near range.

Mind Jolt  
  Deal 2d10 Resolve damage.

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===== Sample Major Spells =====

Chain Lightning  
  2d10 damage to 3 targets.

Mass Heal  
  Restore 2d10 Health to all allies in Close range.

Summon Entity  
  Call a temporary creature (Standard role from enemy builder).

Wall of Force  
  Create barrier that blocks movement for one scene.

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===== Sample Legendary Spells =====

Meteor Strike  
  2d10+5 damage to all in Far range (Agility TN 15 halves).

Planar Gate  
  Open portal to another location or realm.

Resurrection  
  Restore a recently deceased character (major narrative cost required).

Reality Warp  
  Temporarily alter environment drastically.

Legendary spells should require preparation or rare components.

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===== Ritual Casting (Optional Rule) =====

For powerful magic:

  * Requires Extended Task (Goal 3–8).
  * Each failure increases risk.
  * On final failure, backlash occurs.

Backlash examples:

  * Lose additional Resolve
  * Attract hostile entity
  * Environmental anomaly
  * Gain Condition

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===== Backlash (Optional Rule) =====

If a caster rolls a Natural 1:

Roll 1d6:

1 Spell affects caster  
2 Lose additional 2 Resolve  
3 Environmental surge  
4 Nearby ally affected  
5 Magical signature attracts attention  
6 Wild surge (GM improvises)

Backlash adds risk and tension.

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===== Design Notes =====

Magic should:

  * Expand options
  * Not overshadow martial characters
  * Carry visible cost
  * Influence story tone

If magic dominates combat, increase Resolve cost.

If magic feels weak, reduce TN by 2.

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ODDS RPG Magic Module v1.0