Martin ReznyinWords of Tomorrow·Apr 21, 2016Be a Mage, It’s Totally WizardYep, magic is real and anyone can understand how it works By MARTIN REZNY (a revamped essay from my ancient secret blog) If somebody asked me, who or what I am or wish to be, I wouldn’t say I’m an artist, or a scientist, or…Philosophy5 min readPhilosophy5 min read
Martin ReznyinWords of Tomorrow·Updated Mar 26, 2022How to Change the World Using MagicOr die trying, there are some risks involved By MARTIN REZNY It has been recently brought to my attention that some people who have read my wizardy articles would like to learn something practical. Hm, why am I getting Skyrim mage guild flashbacks? Anyway, fair enough. I generally try to…Magic27 min readMagic27 min read
Martin ReznyinWords of Tomorrow·Aug 19, 2016Intro to Modern NecromancyWhat every novitiate needs to know about the ethics of the (mal)practice By MARTIN REZNY As pretty much everyone is aware, the n-word has absolutely no positive connotation in the world of magic — it’s simply the number one forbidden dark art, you just don’t do it. What may surprise…Philosophy13 min readPhilosophy13 min read
Martin ReznyinWords of Tomorrow·Aug 22, 2016Science of Magic: The Rise of TechnomancyDispelling illusions that aim to confuse us about the true nature of magic By MARTIN REZNY I suppose there can be more about magic on this forum, if I write it. You correctly wonder about the definitions of magic and its various kinds because it is historically a loaded issue…Magic6 min readMagic6 min read
Martin ReznyinWords of Tomorrow·Aug 22, 2017The Magic of Magic: The GatheringAnd the underlying metaphysics of postmodern fantasy By MARTIN REZNY It’s been a while since I’ve last put on my metaphorical wizard hat, but I think it’s justified in the case of this rather popular and sophisticated card game that stubbornly refuses to die. …Storytelling11 min readStorytelling11 min read
Martin ReznyinWords of Tomorrow·Sep 22, 2017The Magical MethodHow to understand and shape the world as a mage By MARTIN REZNY I understand that the definition of magic I provided may sound vague and that it may not be obvious how it translates into a specific approach to life or the world. …Science8 min readScience8 min read
Martin ReznyinWords of Tomorrow·Aug 24, 2016Why Magic Should Not Be MystifiedMy attempt at the disenchantment of the disenchantment of science By MARTIN REZNY In philosophy and debating in which I’m trained, disagreement is what drives the discussion forward, so there’s definitely no reason to be sorry for it. I believe I do understand your position, which is based on, or…Magic7 min readMagic7 min read