Magyk= Old way of saying magic, isn't used often; taboo
Nordos: Those who don't have a lot of mana or potential for it, tend to have more physical capabilities (super speed, enhanced sense, strength, etc)
Mana= Everyone (even Nordos) have it; the more you have the stronger you are
Aura/Dominion= The "origin" of your power (dark, elemental/druid, light, psych, etc) can also be the energy given off when power is used (like heat). There is an origin to the different Auras/Dominions. (Ex. Niombe's opalescent/prismatic Aura but her Dominion or origin of her abilities is unknown)
Niche= Your class and/or rank
Essence= A person's magic, capabilities, and mana; can even refer to one's spirit
Purebred/ Wellbred: The more pure your bloodline, the stronger you are and more concentrated your power is
Ex.) Divinity + Divinity = Purebred
Blessing: The special and unique ability every Divinity should have other than telepathy and telekinesis (**Gift**). Can also be the way having abilities in general is referred to.
(Ex. "I'm not *blessed* like you Nio, I'm just a strong idiot. Sometimes I wonder if I even deserve you." Samson looked distant and removed from me, as if he really thought that we were on different levels. That our perspectives weren't the same.)
Deviant: One who uses their powers in public without permission; usually refers to vigilantes
Sins: Those who break the law and intentionally cause harm to others
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Shepherd: The Guide
General FictionThis will explain all the diction, societal hierarchies, and other things that would just be too wordy and complicated to explain in the main story. I'll update this as the story progresses mostly because I don't want to spoil too much too soon😅.
