Spells, Arcanes: Cantrips
Cantrips are the smallest and simplest form of Arcanes magic in Arvelas. They are spells weaker than level 1, incapable of causing serious harm, but often surprisingly useful in everyday life. Many wizards and apprentices rely on cantrips for small tasks, from lighting a candle to tidying a desk, or even easing minor discomforts.
Although minor in power, cantrips still require focus and skill to cast. They use Magic Points (MP), and their casting speed varies, making them slower than instinctive magical reactions. Some cantrips are available to beginner wizards, while others require a higher level of training to master.
In gameplay, cantrips add flavor, utility, and clever options without unbalancing combat. They reflect the practical and subtle ways magic shapes daily life in Arvelas, allowing spellcasters to perform tasks, distractions, and minor effects that are often more creative than destructive.
Information List
| Name | Pre-requisites | Effects |
|---|---|---|
| Candlelight | LVL: 1, MP: 1, Speed: 5 | Fire (Puros), Light candle, 10 mins |
| Chill Touch | LVL: 4, MP: 2, Speed: 6 | Water (Aquesus), Cool object, slight discomfort |
| Dust Away | LVL: 1, MP: 2, Speed: 6 | Air (Aeros), Dust surfaces, minor cleaning |
| Ether Nudge | LVL: 1, MP: 1, Speed: 7 | Ether (Anima), Slight push, move object |
| Glimmer | LVL: 1, MP: 1, Speed: 5 | Light (Luminis), Highlight object, subtle sparkle |
| Pain Ease | LVL: 4, MP: 3, Speed: 7 | Light (Luminis), Ease minor pain, 1 hour |
| Paperstack | LVL: 1, MP: 2, Speed: 6 | Earth (Terrestris), Organize papers quickly |
| Quick Sweep | LVL: 1, MP: 2, Speed: 7 | Earth (Terrestris), Sweep floor, small area |
| Spark Tap | LVL: 1, MP: 1, Speed: 5 | Fire (Puros), Tiny spark, distraction or fire |
| Whisper Breeze | LVL: 4, MP: 2, Speed: 8 | Air (Aeros), Whisper message, 10 m |
Edition: Arvelas 5th Edition | Updated: 2026-01-11
