Casting Spells with Glyphs and the Book of Rote

Blank Glyphs and Inks

Spellcasting starts with Blank Glyph. Inscribe a Blank Glyph using Arcanist's Ink to produce a colored glyph: Black Glyph, Blue Glyph, or Brown Glyph. Each color corresponds to a spell effect. Store your inscribed glyphs in a Codex Arcana or Book of Rote so you can reference them while casting.

Books and Records

Use Book of Rote to hold a rotating set of prepared glyphs. Book of Marks handles teleportation marks. Book of Alteration and Book of the Shifting Lands cover terrain and movement effects. A Strange Record and Arcane Thesis are reference items you can consult for spell knowledge.

Casting in the Field

Equip a wand or staff, then select a glyph from your book. Aim and cast. Mana is drawn from your wand; when it runs low, recharge at an Altar of Arcana or by consuming Animus Dust. Arcane Sentry can be placed to defend an area while you cast. Bell of Bidding summons aid. Keep Bracelet of Antidote equipped if you expect poison, and Amulet of the Battlemage if you plan to fight while casting.