秘法系別
The Schools of Arcane Magic
由大法師安斯雷姆．織符者技藝高超的手所寫下
Penned by the skilled hand of Archmage Ansirem Runeweaver
入門
Introduction
魔法神奇的天賦，能被用來達成許多目的。我們這些研究者發現將魔法這個怪異的技能分成八大範疇能更加深入的理解魔法的本質。這些範疇通稱為魔法的「系別」，他們經常被分開學習，而法師們通常會專精於一種系別。有些法師試著精通所有種類的魔法，但甚少有人能完成這個崇高的目標。在這本秘典中，我們會試著個別探討所有系別的魔法，與專精於這些派別的法師。
The wondrous gift of magic can be bent to many purposes. We the learned have found that it is easiest to divide the eldritch arts into eight different categories in order to further understand the fundamentals of magic itself. Each of these categories is known as a school of magic, for they are often learned separately and mages frequently choose to specialize in one type or another. Other mages attempt to master all forms of magic, but few have achieved this lofty goal. Within this tome we will discuss each individual school of magic and some of their notable practitioners.
所有魔法的系別，都能利用不同的能量來源，合併施展出強大的法術。一些這類強大法術，會在接下來的系列書中被探討，不過要特別注意的是，合併不同種類的魔法可能極度地危險－特別是對初學者。
All schools of magic can be combined to create formidable spells that utilize multiple sources of power. Some of these potent spells are discusses later in this series of books, but beware, combining multiple types of magic can be extremely dangerous - especially for beginners.
在這你會學到所有魔法系別的基礎。謹記在心：請勿濫用魔法，並且不要在沒有適當監督時練習魔法。
Here you will learn the basics of all schools of magic. Please remember that magic is not to be abused. Do not practice magic without the appropriate supervision.
防護系
Abjuration
防護系主要是關於保護性魔法的研究，同時也是對年輕法師來說最重要的系別之一。最普通的防護法術是法力護盾，一個以純粹法力作為屏障來保護施法者免受攻擊的法術。透過適當的施展，法力護盾甚至能抵擋最強大的攻擊──但法力護盾對見習生來說相當困難。一個法師通常要花上數個月的練習來施展最基本的法力護盾。因此，更加基本簡易的替代品出現了。
Abjuration is the study of protective magic and one of the most important schools for a young mage to study. The most generalized abjuration spell is the mana shield, a spell that transmutes raw mana into a barrier that protects the caster from attacks. Properly executed, this spell can protect the mage against even the most formidable of attacks - but the mana shield is very difficult for a novice to master. It often takes a mage months of practice to even conjure a simple mana shield, and thus, more basic alternatives exist.
一系列的「元素護盾」法術被發明出來幫助法師，免於旅行中可能受到的攻擊。這些法術需要的能量遠少於法力護盾，同時也更容易維持，但是效力不及法力護盾。例如霜甲術，僅僅只會降低攻擊的效率，而不能完全抵擋。其他更精深的護盾法術則有較多的優點-例如，魔甲術能幫助法師回復魔法能量。
A series of elemental armor spells were invented to aid the traveling mage in the unfortunate case that he or she might be attacked. These spells require far less raw energy to cast then a mana shield and are more easily maintained over time, but lack the raw potency of the mana shield. Rather than stopping an attack completely, a frost armor spell might simply decrease the effectiveness of the assault. The more advanced armor spells grant other benefits - for example, the potent mage armor spell actually assists the caster in regaining magical power more easily.
秘法技藝的練習者通常充滿野心，所以我們常常陷入魔法輕微失控的窘況。「結界」法術因此而生。結界法術是快速且強大的咒法，用來保護法師免於特定種類的元素傷害-特別容易發生於施法者在練習其他派別的法術時。因此防護系法術是不可或缺的。
Practitioners of the arcane arts are often ambitious, and we frequently find ourselves in situations where magic may slip just slightly beyond our control. It is for this reason that the ward spells exist. Ward spells are quick, potent incantations to protect the caster against a form of elemental damage - damage which is often caused by the caster attempting one of the other schools of magic. This is why studying abjuration early is so imperative.
王子凱爾薩斯．逐日者，是最著名的防護系法師。雖然王子在各派別的造詣都十分高深，凱爾薩斯創造了一系列在達拉然中，無人能與之比擬的法力護盾。值得一提的尚有秘法師杜安，他結合了塑能與防護，使他能在花時間施展一個強大的範圍法術的同時保護他自己。這個「自爆」法術，提供了幾近無敵的寶貴數秒，但僅有少數法師有此才能，可以安全地施展這個法術。
One of the most renowned practitioners of Abjuration magic is Prince Kael'thas Sunstrider. While the prince is quite formidable in all schools of magic, Kael'thas has created a variation of Mana Shield that is practically unsurpassed in among the residents of Dalaran. Also notable is the Arcanist Doan, who has perfected a spell that combines Evocation and Abjuration to shield himself for a short time while preparing a powerfull area-of-effect spell. This Detonate spell provides Doan with a degree of near invulnerability for a precious few seconds, but few mages have the capacity to cast it safely.
召喚系
Conjuration
召喚系則以召喚為主──包括生物和非生物。可曾在荒漠中渴望一杯清新甘醇的泉水？我的朋友，召喚系正是解答。隨便問問我們任何一人，沒什麼比創造一片新切麵包或一杯水更讓人開心了！
Conjuration is the study of summoning - both creatures and objects. Ever really, really wanted a fresh drink of spring water when you're in the middle of nowhere? Conjuration, my friend, is the answer. There is nothing more enjoyable for a mage than creating a fresh slice of bread or a glass of water. Just ask any of us!
更加專精的召喚法師能同時召喚出數杯水，甚至裝滿一個大啤酒杯。有些勇敢的法師在召喚水時忘記了玻璃杯－召喚水元素由此而來。水元素是巫師最好的朋友。（絕不是惡魔犬──事實上惡魔犬一點也不友善。）一個被召喚出來的水元素是戰鬥中強大的盟友，一個忠實的聽眾，甚至嚐起來味道還很棒！
More formidable specialists in conjuration can summon several glasses of water at once, or perhaps even a tankard. A few daring wizards have occasionally attempted to summon water without remembering the glass - and thus, the art of summoning water elementals was born. Water elementals are a wizard's best friend. (Felhounds are not, in fact, friendly at all.) A summoned elemental is a formidable ally in combat, a great listener, and they even taste great!
有些巫師選擇走上令人振奮的招喚之路。巴琳達．石爐上尉是一個標準的招喚系戰鬥法師。在我輩之中，最有名的召喚師也許就是大法師聶拉斯．埃蘭了。埃蘭不但能同時招喚數種元素，他同時還專精於召喚閃閃發光的頻果汁。特別注意埃蘭不是個小丑，魔法本來就是關於這些東西。
There are several wizards who have chosen to follow the refreshing path of conjuration. Captain Balinda Stonehearth is a fine example of a mage who has chosen to adapt conjuration magic for battle. Perhaps the most famous conjuror of our time, however, was the beloved Archmage Nielas Aran. Aran was not only noted for being able to summon several elementals at once, he also perfected a recipe for conjuring sparkling cider. It should be noted that Nileas Aran was no simple jester. That's what magic is all about.
預知系
Divination
預知系是關於資訊收集的魔法。強大的預知法術能讓法師視物於千里之外，甚至看到隱形之物。最普遍的預知法術是占卜，主要用來觀看遠方的事物-甚至能看到其他界域。
Divination is the school of magic dedicated to gathering information. Powerful divinations can allow the mage to see targets from a great distance, or even view what may normally be invisible. One of the most common uses of divination magic is scrying, which is the art of seeing something that may be far away - perhaps even on another plane of existance.
藉這個機會我必須提醒我的學徒，占卜池絕不是玩具。特別是絕不應該用來收費提供偷看異性的服務。這是我最後一次警告。
I'd like to take this time to remind my apprentices that scrying pools are not a toy. They are absolutely not to be used for displaying students of the opposite sex on a pay per view basis. Consider this your last warning.
傳說般的法師麥迪文，也許是有史以來最強大的預知系大師。他的法術讓他能夠從我們的世界偷看德拉諾-甚至更遠的地方。我們對麥迪文曾經擁有的真正力量只能臆測。
The legendary archmage known as Medivh is perhaps the greatest known master of divination. His potent spells allowed him to peer into the world of Draenor from our Home in Azeroth - and perhaps even beyond. We can only speculate at the true depths of the power that Medivh once held.
附魔系
Enchantment
附魔是一個將魔法能量附加到物品──或人──身上的過程。有些附魔是暫時性的，有些則是永久的。學習附魔十分困難，但也許是獲利最可觀的魔法。我十分樂於研究附魔，因為這個系別比較不會把自己炸了。
Enchantment is the process of imbuing an object - or person - with magical power. Some enchantments are temporary, while others can offer permanent benefits. Enchanting can be difficult to learn, but it is one of the most potentially lucrative forms of magic to study. I highly encourage the study of enchanting, as it is one of the studies of magic that is least likely to culminate in my own destruction.
分解則是用來將魔法能量移除或驅散。驅散魔法或許是一個法師最重要的武器，因為驅散魔法能將抵銷一發誤射法術的毀滅性結果。將一個魔法物品永久的分解也是可行的。這個過程會產生一種獨特的法力水晶，能用來附魔在其他物品之上。雖然可能價格不斐，但通常這是一個年輕法師學習附魔最好的方式。
Disenchanting is the process of dispelling or removing magic. The dispel magic spell is among the most important in a mage's arsenal, as it can potentially reverse the catastrophic effects of a misfired spell. It is also possible to permanently disenchant a magical item. This produces a unique form of crystallized mana that can be used in the process of imbuing another item with magical abilities. While this can get expensive, it is often one of the best ways for a young mage to study the enchanting process.
前面提到凱爾薩斯．逐日者王子在防護系魔法的造詣，王子在附魔方面同時也是第一流的。他不只能創造強大的魔法武器，他甚至能遙控這些武器來替他戰鬥。如此即使落單也能讓他宛若被一群技藝高超的戰士所保護。的確是個強大的防禦。
While he has already previously been mentioned for his skill in abjuration, Prince Kael'thas Sunstrider is also considered one of the foremost masters of enchanting in our time. He has not only mastered the creation of potent magical weapons, but the prince has also learned to manipulate these objects remotely, allowing them to fight on their own. This can quickly allow the prince to fight as if he was defended by several skilled guardians even when he is completely by himself. A potent defense, indeed.
塑能系
Evocation
似乎有點麻煩…
Since some trouble...
幻術系
Illusion
幻術系是一門欺騙真實的學問。幻術迷霧能讓一個法師無法被看見或聽見，或將一個地點的影像扭曲成另一個完全不同的東西。幻術能被用來作為偽裝或控制，不過請特別注意，預知系存在用來對抗幻術系的魔法。將幻術系用來作為魔法事業生涯的根基是不可行的。
Illusion is the art of deceiving reality itself. The mists of illusion can make a mage invisible or inaudible to the world or twist the image of a location into something entirely different. Illusion can be used for disguise or manipulation, but beware, spells to counteract illusions exist in the divination school. It is not viable to base your entire career on illusionary magic.
與大眾認知相反，幻術遠遠超出侷限於客廳或起居室的玩意。隱形術是一個戰鬥法師最重要的技能之一，因為你經常會陷在危機之中，而需要一個快速方案以緊急撤退。幻術也能用來欺騙你的對手，讓他以為你在別處，甚至讓你的敵人自相殘殺。這並不容易，但一個幻術師能將盟友變成敵人──而將他的敵人變成盟友。
Contrary to popular belief, illusions are far more than mere parlor tricks. The spell of invisibility is among the most integral in a battle mage's repertoire, as you will often find yourself in dangerous situations and in need of a quick method for a strategic retreat. Illusions can also be used to deceive your opponents into thinking that you are elsewhere, or even trick your enemies into fighting each other. This is no easy task, but the accomplished illusionist can turn allies into enemies - and his or her own enemies into allies.
前大法師詹迪斯．巴羅夫──願她的靈魂安息──是一個典型的天才幻術師。在她生前她發展出一個法師能讓她複製出數個幾乎無法分辨真偽的幻影。這些幻影能在許多不同的地點複製她的動作，使她的敵人幾乎不可能找到她。這個法術幾乎是絕對可靠的。但也讓我上了一課──只做到「幾乎」還不夠。
The former archmage Jandice Barov - may her soul rest in peace - was an excellent example of a talented illusionist. In life, she developed a spell that displayed several images of her body that were nearly indistinguishable from her real form. These images duplicated her actions from different locations, making it nearly impossible for her enemies to find her. It was almost infallible. Which brings me to another lesson - almost is simply not good enough.
死靈系
Necromancy
死靈系是關於死者的研究。這系是被禁止的，而且應該全力避免。我在這裡討論死靈系，是因為這是我們的義務與責任，去了解我們敵人使用的魔法──而且請不要被混淆，所有施展死靈系法術的法師都是你的敵人。死靈法師和他們的手下是所有生靈的大敵，我們應該全力去避免他們所產生的任何影響。
Necromancy is the study of magic involving the dead. It is highly illegal and should be avoided at all costs. I discuss necromancy here only because it is our obligation to have a basic understanding of the magic employed by our enemies - and make no mistake, any practitioner of necromancy is your enemy. Necromancers and their followers are the enemies of all living things. Their influence must be avoided at all costs.
死靈魔法除了單純復甦死者之外還有許多功能。這種腐敗魔法的大師能召喚膿瘡疫疾，編織暗影成為燃燒性的能量，還能運用死亡的力量毀滅生命。死靈系也能被用來重建不死生物的血肉，使這些邪惡怪物能在被毀滅後再次復活。
Necromantic magic has many functions beyond simply raising the dead. Masters of this tainted field of magic can conjure festering diseases, harness the shadows into bolts of incendiary energy, and chill the living with the power of death. Necromancy can also be used to reconstruct the flesh of undead creatures, allowing them to function again even after the foul monsters have been destroyed.
前大法師科爾蘇加德也許是近代死靈法師最值得一提的人。他的事跡包括了天譴軍初期的快速擴張與羅德隆的淪陷。現在，科爾蘇加德以巫妖的身分統治著飛行堡壘，納克薩瑪斯。他的存在對我們來說，是個迫在眉睫的威脅。
The former archmage Kel'Thuzad is perhaps the most notable example of a modern necromancer. He greatly contributed to the initial spread of the Scourge and the fall of Lordaeron. Now, Kel'Thuzad reigns as a lich from the floating citadel of Naxxramas. His ongoing existence poses an imminent threat to us all.
轉化系
Transmutation
第八個也是最後一個系別是轉化系。這是所有系別最受歡迎也是最實用的之一，讓法師能操縱時間與空間。最具代表性的轉化系法術也許就是變形術了。變形術讓法師能將一個東西──或一個人──變成其他事物。很幸運地，對我大部分的學生來說，效果不是永久的。我見過不止一個粗心學徒變成羊，豬，或更糟的東西──別問我那是什麼。
The eighth and final school of magic is transmutation. It is among the most popular and useful of all of the schools, allowing a mage to manipulate time and space. Perhaps the most iconic Transmutation spell is Polymorph, which allows a mage to turn something - or someone - into something else. Fortunately for many of my students, the effects are not permanent. I've seen more than one unwary apprentice turned into a sheep, pig, or worse - don't even ask what "worse" means.
第二知名的轉化系法術是傳送術。最基礎的傳送術是閃現，同時也是最實用的。閃現能用來快速擺脫敵人，或拯救一個不小心掉下懸崖的法師。除非必要，不要嘗試用閃現來避免摔死。這是一個你一生只能失敗一次的把戲。
The second most famous use for transmutation magic is teleportation. The most basic teleportation spell is blink, and it remains among the most useful. Blink can be used to quickly escape a foe - or save a mage who has accidentally fallen off a cliff. Do not attempt to use blink to escape falling to your death unless absolutely necessary. This is the kind of trick you can only fail once.
在傳送前，請百分之百確定你的目的地。我們發明用來傳送至特定地點的法術不是沒有原因的──在飛行中施展傳送術通常會導致一個死透了的法師──卡在牆裡，椅子裡，或另一個法師裡。我不是在開玩笑。
Make absolutely certain you know your destination before attempting to teleport. There's a reason we have very specific spells to teleport to certain locations - attempts to cast a teleportation "on the fly" often result in one very dead mage inside a wall, chair, or another mage. And I don't mean in a fun way.
操縱時間的法術也落在這個範疇內。在掉落時，廣受歡迎的緩落術是個比起摔死來說更佳的替代方案（而且比閃現更可靠）。更高超的秘法施法者能習得減緩對手速度的法術。我還有聽過能加快移動速度的法術，但我從未親眼見過。
Spells that manipulate time also fall into this category. The ever-popular slow fall spell is an excellent alternative to falling to your death (and much more reliable than Blink at this function). More advanced practitioners of the arcane arts can also learn a spell that slows the movements of their enemies. I've heard rumors of a spell that increases movement speed as well, but I've never seen it in practice.
珍娜．普勞德摩爾女士是位技巧高超的轉化系施法者。她發展出群體傳送術更加強大的變種，能夠將快速移動她大部分的軍隊。這法術讓她在戰場上神鬼莫測。
Lady Jaina Proudmoore is a skilled practitioner of transmutation magic. She has developed a powerful variation of the popular mass-teleport spell that is capable of moving a significant percentage of her army with minimal effort. This spell helps make her extremely unpredictable on the battlefield.
參考資料
Reference
http://wowbox.yatta.com.tw/pages.php?wpage=3358
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