NOVEL NEXT WORLD Chapter : Glossary
[This is not the chapter but the glossary/terms used extensively in the Machina Arcanis verse.]
The list is not in alphabetical order, so kindly use the 'search' function to find your desired words.
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Magic Hierarchy (Zodiac Mages)
Celestius = Highest mage rank; masters of their zodiac's power and members of the Zodiac Council. Near-legendary status, immense magical power tied to constellations.
Lunarius = Advanced mage rank; guardians and strategists for their zodiac division, advising the Celestius.
Stellius = Intermediate mage rank; skilled mages capable of leading smaller missions or representing their division externally.
Novicius = Entry-level mage; apprentices learning to harness the magic of their zodiac under guidance from higher-ranked mages.
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Armatus Knights Hierarchy
Platinum Level = Supreme rank; addressed as "High Commander." They are leaders of the Armatus forces.
Golden Level = Elite rank; addressed as "Commander." They lead battalions and specialised units.
Silver Level = Mid-tier rank; addressed as "Silver." They handle tactical operations or smaller units.
Bronze Level = Standard rank; addressed as "Knight." They are well-trained frontline fighters.
Iron Level = Unranked or auxiliary; addressed informally as "Militiaman." Rarely use full Armatus suits, serving as emergency or basic forces.
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Key Terms
D'Arcane = Forbidden magic used to extract mana from living beings; extremely powerful but considered unethical due to its harmful nature and the cost it imposes on the victims.
Nec'Arcane = A similar form of D'Arcane; associated with shadow magic, necromancy, and the summoning of monsters. Less pure than D'Arcane, but still dangerous and often used for dark purposes.
Arc = Shorthand for Arcanite, a nuclear-based material capable of storing mana.
Arcanite = Highly stabilised material functioning as a nuclear power source and mana reservoir.
P.N.I. Bots (Puny Bots) = Precision Navigational Intelligence Bots; small drones used for space debris collection.
Zodiac Council = Governing body of Celestius mages representing each zodiac division.
Armatus = Advanced battle suits representing the pinnacle of modern warfare, powered by Arcanite.
Zodiac Divisions = Twelve magical factions tied to zodiac signs, each specialising in specific magical disciplines.
Machina Arcanis = Fusion of technology and magic, defining the world's structure.
Arcane = Magic, spells, or mystical energy, especially those with ancient origins. It refers to magical practices used by mages or integrated into technology.
Solarii = Citizens of Solis Aeternum, a nation blending magic and technology. These individuals are deeply connected to both realms, serving the empire's needs while maintaining strong ties to its mystical roots.
Mechanii = People of the Dunkelheit Empire; typically individuals skilled in or reliant on technological advancements, including mobile suits and machines, with minimal or no reliance on magic.
Archanii = People or citizens of the Osten Empire; individuals who wield magic, whether through birthright, training, or technological augmentation. They are typically mages and magical practitioners.
Arcanist = A mage or individual who practices Arcane magic, often a skilled spellcaster or researcher who uses magic in various forms, including practical applications and combat.
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Places and Locations
Luna Base = Moon-based operation hub destroyed during the apocalyptic incident.
Solis Aeternum = Empire blending magic and technology, independent of both major empires.
Dunkelheit Empire = Technologically advanced empire specialising in Armatus suits and scientific innovation.
Osten Empire = Empire known for its advancements in magic, where magic is deeply integrated into society and warfare. Mages and magical technology play a key role in their civilisation.
Germund = A country known for its full industrialisation, particularly in the refinement and harnessing of Arnite (a valuable, magical resource). The nation's progress lies in combining industrial and magical advancements to create powerful technologies. It draws inspiration from Old Germany, with a history rooted in complex engineering and mechanical mastery.