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| − | [[Mana Surge]]s are a magic-based elementals which are a type of air elementals{{Cite|MG|101}}; They exist in Azeroth as physical manifestations of pure arcane magic, or even of [[mana]] energy itself. Most are found in [[Dire Maul]]. |
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| + | '''Mana surges''' (also called '''mana elementals'''<ref name=fateworsedeath>{{quest|A Fate Worse Than Death}}</ref>) are a magic-based elementals which are a type of [[air elemental]].<ref name="MG 101">''[[Monster Guide]]'', 101.</ref> They are an example of [[ooze]]s.<ref name="WRPG 74">''[[Warcraft: The Roleplaying Game]]'', 74.</ref> Mana surges are approximately 1 foot in diameter and weigh almost nothing, although their relative size fluctuates depending on how much magic they have drained recently.<ref name="MG 101" /> Most are found in [[Dire Maul]]. |
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| − | Mana surges do not speak or understand any sort of language. Although sometimes captured for use against spellcasters, they cannot be trained and make poor pets. Mana surges automatically sense the most powerful source of magic in the area and attack that opponent exclusively, ignoring all other threats. They drain magicuntil dated and then depart the area to digest. Mana surges have no sense of self-preservation and attack regardless of any danger to themselves.{{Cite|MG|101}} |
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| ⚫ | They spawn in areas where magical energy combines with electrical storms. It is like a glowing blob of light that bobs up and down as it flits along. Tiny sparks dance around the creature as it moves. They consume magic and are drawn to sources of power, such as magic items or spellcasters. They move constantly but randomly, ever seeking new sources of energy on which to feed. Mana surges are aggressive, especially if they sense magic nearby. They distract foes with electrical charges while consuming whatever magic they can absorb. Once sated, they lose interest and fly away. A mana surge can be distracted by giving it a charged item, such as a wand or staff, to feed upon. |
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| ⚫ | Although sometimes captured for use against spellcasters, they cannot be trained and make poor pets. Mana surges automatically sense the most powerful source of magic in the area and attack that opponent exclusively, ignoring all other threats. They drain magic until dated and then depart the area to digest. Mana surges have no sense of self-preservation and attack regardless of any danger to themselves.<ref name="MG 101"> If [[ley line]]s and moon wells are the arteries and organs of the magical world, mana surges are its cancer. Some believe that these creatures are the side effects of powerful summoning spells or a violent disruption of ley lines. A few [[wizard]]s research these creatures, hoping for some dramatic insight into the nature of magic. More experienced scholars warn all to stay clear. A mana surge is rather like an [[ooze]] in many ways, though its substance is incredibly concentrated magic rather than protoplasm. They can appear like liquid or gaseous coalescence of energy, and have a consistency that feels rubbery to the touch. Mana surges are sometimes found with treasures. Random magical forces can transmute its surroundings into valuable metals or even enchant objects. Whether the mana surge wanders away before destroying such items is a matter of chance.<ref name="MoM 61-2">''[[Manual of Monsters]]'', 61-2.</ref> |
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| − | + | At first it was speculation the name "mana elemental", with the closest thing referring to this term was that the [[Mana Fiend]] mobs from ''[[World of Warcraft]]'' were described as "burning elementals crafted of pure mana",<ref>http://www.worldofwarcraft.com/info/raiddungeons/ahnqiraj/moam.html</ref> in ''[[World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade]]'' it was confirmed that these creatures were also called "mana elementals".<ref name=fateworsedeath/> |
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| − | :*Some share more of a relation with oozes than elementals, having a rubbery consistency.{{Cite|MoM|61}} |
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| + | *[[Arcane wraith]] |
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| − | :*In the [[Monster Guide]], 2007, these creatures are classified as mana surges. They are also confirmed to be elemental in nature.{{Cite|MG|101}} |
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*[[Mana Fiend]] |
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Revision as of 07:46, 5 June 2010
Mana surge
Mana surges (also called mana elementals[1]) are a magic-based elementals which are a type of air elemental.[2] They are an example of oozes.[3] Mana surges are approximately 1 foot in diameter and weigh almost nothing, although their relative size fluctuates depending on how much magic they have drained recently.[2] Most are found in Dire Maul.
Description
They spawn in areas where magical energy combines with electrical storms. It is like a glowing blob of light that bobs up and down as it flits along. Tiny sparks dance around the creature as it moves. They consume magic and are drawn to sources of power, such as magic items or spellcasters. They move constantly but randomly, ever seeking new sources of energy on which to feed. Mana surges are aggressive, especially if they sense magic nearby. They distract foes with electrical charges while consuming whatever magic they can absorb. Once sated, they lose interest and fly away. A mana surge can be distracted by giving it a charged item, such as a wand or staff, to feed upon.
Although sometimes captured for use against spellcasters, they cannot be trained and make poor pets. Mana surges automatically sense the most powerful source of magic in the area and attack that opponent exclusively, ignoring all other threats. They drain magic until dated and then depart the area to digest. Mana surges have no sense of self-preservation and attack regardless of any danger to themselves.Cite error: Closing </ref> missing for <ref> tag
Notes
At first it was speculation the name "mana elemental", with the closest thing referring to this term was that the Mana Fiend mobs from World of Warcraft were described as "burning elementals crafted of pure mana",[4] in World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade it was confirmed that these creatures were also called "mana elementals".[1]
Subspecies
- Arcane wraith
- Mana surge
- Mana burst
In World of Warcraft
Magic elementals commonly do arcane damage.