Laws of the Land: Shar'ia and Magic

Magic is a powerful tool, used by scholars to better the lives of all. But like any tool, magic can be abused and is dangerous when wielded improperly. There are several guidelines for how magic is to be used properly.

Some uses of magic are forbidden under any circumstances.
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-The use of Negative Energy in any form
-The creation of undead and the manipulation of souls.
-The invocation of devils, demons and other unworldly creatures.
-The use of magic to kill, manipulate or otherwise harm another member of the Shar'ia

Such offenses are punishable by death and dishonor to the family.

A magus needs to wield his magics responsibly. He is held accountable for any damage or misfortunate that may result from his spells. Examples include the misdeeds of summoned creatures, destruction of property, or improperly made magical items. The magus is also held responsible for any misfortunes that may result from cursed items they may inadvertantly or intentionally create.

Magic is a dangerous tool. Just as one does not freely wield a hammer or a sickle in public, one does not wield freely use magic.
A magic user does not have free license to cast spells at any time and any place he wishes, just as a swordsman may not draw and swing about his sword. A magus is expected to warn any relevant parties in advance before he casts a spell of it's effects and his purpose. Should relevant parties take action against a magus who casts spells without warning, they are not held responsible, just as one would strike against a man who draws a sword without warning.

Since the Neogi have arrived, the following acts are prohibited
-The casting of enchantment and compulsion spells upon persons (Charm, Dominate)

Such is considered an act of violence and will be punished thusly.

The casting of divinations and auguries upon noble persons and scholars is considered espionage and punishable by gouging the eyes out. Further offenses will remove the tongue, the hands, and finally death.

Use of illusions to decieve the consumer is prohibited and will be dealt with harshly. Tricksters will be fined and further punishments will be inflicted for continuing offenses.

Wherever the use of siege engines is prohibited, the casting of evocations is also. Damage and mayhem caused by such effects will be dealt with harshly.