Traditions
Sons of Ether (Mage: The Ascension 20th Anniversary)
The Sons of Ether are steampunk scientists who see magic as advanced science. They believe magic is simply science that hasn't been discovered yet, and use technology and scientific principles to work their effects. Sons of Ether mages are inventors, scientists, and engineers who blend magic with technology. Sons of Ether characters excel at combining magic with technology, creating devices and effects that appear scientific. They use their Spheres to create effects through technology and scientific principles. Their focus on science and invention makes them innovative but sometimes impractical.
How it works (mechanics)
**Focus**: Science, technology, invention **Typical Spheres**: Forces, Matter, Correspondence, Prime **Paradigm**: Magic through advanced science and technology **Practice**: Invention, experimentation, scientific method **Instruments**: Technology, devices, scientific tools
Practical tips
**Best For**: Characters who want to play scientist-mages, characters who value technology and invention, characters who want to combine magic with science. **Playstyle**: Sons of Ether mages excel at combining magic with technology. They're perfect for players who want inventor characters with scientific magic.