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	==Abilities==		==Abilities==

-	* Poetic Incantations can allow Casters to focus on their work, possibly aiding spells. However, the poem must both be ~~cleber~~ and rhyme, otherwise the spell they are trying to cast may fail completely.	+	* Poetic Incantations can allow Casters to focus on their work, possibly aiding spells. However, the poem must both be clever and rhyme, otherwise the spell they are trying to cast may fail completely.

	* Even Warlords can use Rhymes for various purposes, like morale or Dance Fighting, though this would be Natural Rhyme-o-mancy.		* Even Warlords can use Rhymes for various purposes, like morale or Dance Fighting, though this would be Natural Rhyme-o-mancy.

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	==Abilities==		==Abilities==
-	*~~As yet unknown~~.	+
		+	* Poetic Incantations can allow Casters to focus on their work, possibly aiding spells. However, the poem must both be cleber and rhyme, otherwise the spell they are trying to cast may fail completely.
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		+	* Even Warlords can use Rhymes for various purposes, like morale or Dance Fighting, though this would be Natural Rhyme-o-mancy.

	==Known Rhyme-o-mancers==		==Known Rhyme-o-mancers==
-	As of yet, no known Rhyme-o-mancer has been introduced.	+	As of yet, no known Rhyme-o-mancer has been introduced.

	==Speculation==		==Speculation==
-	We have ~~so far seen one~~ apparent example of direct Rhyme-o-mancy, a short but complex poem on the subject of [[Transylvito]], [[Don King]], and [[Queen]] [[Jillian]].{{blog\|2010\|10\|book-2-–-text-updates-034}} It describes the side's current situation, and casts the Don's recent actions negatively. But the final lines seem to indicate that the poem is actually a spell: "Perchance he enchants, he incants, he cancels the antsy with a rant in Rhyme-o-mancy." Based on that wording, we may speculate that this spell is intended to allay the fears of the Don's followers. If it "cancels the antsy" it may improve [[loyalty]] and [[morale]], or at least stop negative gossip.	+
		+	It appears that Warlords, Casters and (possibly) even regular troops are capable of using Natural Rhyme-o-mancy, though only a Caster who posesses that discipline may use the Real Deal.
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		+	There have been several apparent instances of Rhyme-o-mancy being used in the comic, though how many are Natural Rhyme-o-mancy, Genuine or even not Rhyme-o-mancy at all (but merely have the appearance of Rhyme-o-mancy) are a bit unclear.
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		+	* One apparent example of direct Rhyme-o-mancy, a short but complex poem on the subject of [[Transylvito]], [[Don King]], and [[Queen]] [[Jillian]].{{blog\|2010\|10\|book-2-–-text-updates-034}} It describes the side's current situation, and casts the Don's recent actions negatively. But the final lines seem to indicate that the poem is actually a spell: "Perchance he enchants, he incants, he cancels the antsy with a rant in Rhyme-o-mancy." Based on that wording, we may speculate that this spell is intended to allay the fears of the Don's followers. If it "cancels the antsy" it may improve [[loyalty]] and [[morale]], or at least stop negative gossip.

	The poem is accompanied by a picture of [[Benjamin]] in the court of [[Transylvito]], standing somewhat apart from the Don and his warlords. Benjamin is most likely a [[Moneymancer]] who has the ability to cast outside his discipline. It should be noted that Benjamin Franklin, whom Erfworld Benjamin physically resembles, was a noted polymath. His Rhyme-o-mancy abilities may partly explain why Transylvitian forces are generally good at [[dance fighting]].		The poem is accompanied by a picture of [[Benjamin]] in the court of [[Transylvito]], standing somewhat apart from the Don and his warlords. Benjamin is most likely a [[Moneymancer]] who has the ability to cast outside his discipline. It should be noted that Benjamin Franklin, whom Erfworld Benjamin physically resembles, was a noted polymath. His Rhyme-o-mancy abilities may partly explain why Transylvitian forces are generally good at [[dance fighting]].

-	Another possible example of Rhyme-o-mancy may be the rhyming that troops do during [[dance fighting]]. Dance fighting may be some form of Natural [[Stagemancy]].	+	* Another possible example of Rhyme-o-mancy may be the rhyming that troops do during [[dance fighting]]. Dance fighting may be some form of Natural [[Stagemancy]].

-	~~There are three other times in the comic where rhyming takes place, although these neither of these has obvious magical effects.~~ The ~~first example occurs the~~ night before the final battle for [[Gobwin Knob]], when the troops in the courtyard sing a song insulting [[Jetstone]] and [[Transylvito]].{{erf\|1\|101}} ~~Its~~ only effect seems to be angering [[Prince Ansom]] and many other [[RCC\|coalition]] members.	+	* The night before the final battle for [[Gobwin Knob]], when the troops in the courtyard sing a song insulting [[Jetstone]] and [[Transylvito]].{{erf\|1\|101}} It does not appear to have any direct magical effect; its only apparent effect seems to be angering [[Prince Ansom]] and many other [[RCC\|coalition]] members. This may be a form of Natural Rhyme-o-mancy, as non-Casters are taking part.

-	~~The second time is when~~ [[Wanda]] attacks [[Ansom]] when he is alone on top of the wall. {{erf\|1\|119}} She seems to be speaking mostly to herself--a personal call to arms, perhaps--but it may also be a form of intimidation, as the last line finishes just as she attacks Ansom.	+	* When [[Wanda]] attacks [[Ansom]] when he is alone on top of the wall. {{erf\|1\|119}} She seems to be speaking mostly to herself--a personal call to arms, perhaps--but it may also be a form of intimidation, as the last line finishes just as she attacks Ansom.

-	~~The third, more recent time is when~~ [[Ace Hardware]] attacks the [[Decrypted]] [[Archons]] above Jetstone with a magic item he created for the purpose of capturing them. {{erf\|2\|80}} Like Wanda, he seems mostly to be speaking to himself, and since he appears to be fighting alone, he's likely trying to give himself some sort of edge so that he can go up against the numerically superior foe and successfully capture one of them.	+	* When [[Ace Hardware]] attacks the [[Decrypted]] [[Archons]] above Jetstone with a magic item he created for the purpose of capturing them. {{erf\|2\|80}} Like Wanda, he seems mostly to be speaking to himself, and since he appears to be fighting alone, he's likely trying to give himself some sort of edge so that he can go up against the numerically superior foe and successfully capture one of them.

-	* ~~There is a fourth and fifth instance.~~ In Inner Peace (Through Superior Firepower), when Wanda attempts to use Rhyme-a-Mancy when uncroaking Tommy Firebaugh. This may have helped to extend the amount of time before Tommy decayed. ~~The fifth time occurs when Olive Branch uses a song as part of the spell to turn the city into a no combat zone. Both of these may constitute uses of Rhyme-a-Mancy to bolster other spells.~~	+	* In Inner Peace (Through Superior Firepower), when Wanda attempts to use Rhyme-a-Mancy when uncroaking Tommy Firebaugh. This may have helped to extend the amount of time before Tommy decayed.

-	*If [[dance-fighting]] and [[music]] ARE related, then possible applications could be allowing [[Warlord]]s to be popped/promoted with dance-fighting as an ability, making magic items that grant it, leading a ~~dance fight themselves (possibly for a whole army or side while under a [[Thinkamancy]] link?). They might also be able to "[[Rock]]"~~ as ~~[[Stanley]] called it, though that would probably show up at higher levels~~ of ~~[[caster]]~~.	+	* When Olive Branch uses a song as part of the spell to turn both the city of Haffaton and the city of Efbaum into no combat zones.

-	*~~It is possible that Rhyme~~-~~o-mancy can~~ be ~~used~~ to ~~boost the effectiveness of other spells~~, ~~either by directly boosting their power or indirectly by providing~~ a ~~mental framework through which~~ a ~~caster can concentrate better and~~ be ~~more likely~~ to ~~cast a desired spell~~.	+	* If [[dance-fighting]] and [[music]] ARE related, then possible applications could be allowing [[Warlord]]s to be popped/promoted with dance-fighting as an ability, making magic items that grant it, leading a dance fight themselves (possibly for a whole army or side while under a [[Thinkamancy]] link?). They might also be able to "[[Rock]]" as [[Stanley]] called it, though that would probably show up at higher levels of [[caster]].

	Due to its position on the [[Numbers]] Axis, and its association with [[Life]], [[Motion]], and [[Matter]] simultaneously, Rhyme-o-mancy could be an attempt to life up the underlying [[Numbers]] of Erfworld in a way that helps the Rhyme-o-mancer effect [[Life]], [[Motion]], and [[Matter]] in Erfworld. This would support how non-Rhyme-o-mancers try to use simple Rhymes (possibly a form of natural Rhyme-o-mancy) to positively affect their actions, through a proper alignment of the [[Numbers]] to create the desired effect on either [[Life]], [[Motion]], or [[Matter]].		Due to its position on the [[Numbers]] Axis, and its association with [[Life]], [[Motion]], and [[Matter]] simultaneously, Rhyme-o-mancy could be an attempt to life up the underlying [[Numbers]] of Erfworld in a way that helps the Rhyme-o-mancer effect [[Life]], [[Motion]], and [[Matter]] in Erfworld. This would support how non-Rhyme-o-mancers try to use simple Rhymes (possibly a form of natural Rhyme-o-mancy) to positively affect their actions, through a proper alignment of the [[Numbers]] to create the desired effect on either [[Life]], [[Motion]], or [[Matter]].

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	*If [[dance-fighting]] and [[music]] ARE related, then possible applications could be allowing [[Warlord]]s to be popped/promoted with dance-fighting as an ability, making magic items that grant it, leading a dance fight themselves (possibly for a whole army or side while under a [[Thinkamancy]] link?). They might also be able to "[[Rock]]" as [[Stanley]] called it, though that would probably show up at higher levels of [[caster]].		*If [[dance-fighting]] and [[music]] ARE related, then possible applications could be allowing [[Warlord]]s to be popped/promoted with dance-fighting as an ability, making magic items that grant it, leading a dance fight themselves (possibly for a whole army or side while under a [[Thinkamancy]] link?). They might also be able to "[[Rock]]" as [[Stanley]] called it, though that would probably show up at higher levels of [[caster]].

-	*It is possible that Rhyme-o-mancy can be used to boost the effectiveness of other spells, either by directly boosting their power or indirectly by providing a mental framework through which a caster can concentrate better and be more likely to cast a desired spell.	+	*It is possible that Rhyme-o-mancy can be used to boost the effectiveness of other spells, either by directly boosting their power or indirectly by providing a mental framework through which a caster can concentrate better and be more likely to cast a desired spell.
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		+	Due to its position on the [[Numbers]] Axis, and its association with [[Life]], [[Motion]], and [[Matter]] simultaneously, Rhyme-o-mancy could be an attempt to life up the underlying [[Numbers]] of Erfworld in a way that helps the Rhyme-o-mancer effect [[Life]], [[Motion]], and [[Matter]] in Erfworld. This would support how non-Rhyme-o-mancers try to use simple Rhymes (possibly a form of natural Rhyme-o-mancy) to positively affect their actions, through a proper alignment of the [[Numbers]] to create the desired effect on either [[Life]], [[Motion]], or [[Matter]].

	[[Category:Magic]][[Category:Proposed Canon]]		[[Category:Magic]][[Category:Proposed Canon]]

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	The third, more recent time is when [[Ace Hardware]] attacks the [[Decrypted]] [[Archons]] above Jetstone with a magic item he created for the purpose of capturing them. {{erf\|2\|80}} Like Wanda, he seems mostly to be speaking to himself, and since he appears to be fighting alone, he's likely trying to give himself some sort of edge so that he can go up against the numerically superior foe and successfully capture one of them.		The third, more recent time is when [[Ace Hardware]] attacks the [[Decrypted]] [[Archons]] above Jetstone with a magic item he created for the purpose of capturing them. {{erf\|2\|80}} Like Wanda, he seems mostly to be speaking to himself, and since he appears to be fighting alone, he's likely trying to give himself some sort of edge so that he can go up against the numerically superior foe and successfully capture one of them.
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		+	* There is a fourth and fifth instance. In Inner Peace (Through Superior Firepower), when Wanda attempts to use Rhyme-a-Mancy when uncroaking Tommy Firebaugh. This may have helped to extend the amount of time before Tommy decayed. The fifth time occurs when Olive Branch uses a song as part of the spell to turn the city into a no combat zone. Both of these may constitute uses of Rhyme-a-Mancy to bolster other spells.

	*If [[dance-fighting]] and [[music]] ARE related, then possible applications could be allowing [[Warlord]]s to be popped/promoted with dance-fighting as an ability, making magic items that grant it, leading a dance fight themselves (possibly for a whole army or side while under a [[Thinkamancy]] link?). They might also be able to "[[Rock]]" as [[Stanley]] called it, though that would probably show up at higher levels of [[caster]].		*If [[dance-fighting]] and [[music]] ARE related, then possible applications could be allowing [[Warlord]]s to be popped/promoted with dance-fighting as an ability, making magic items that grant it, leading a dance fight themselves (possibly for a whole army or side while under a [[Thinkamancy]] link?). They might also be able to "[[Rock]]" as [[Stanley]] called it, though that would probably show up at higher levels of [[caster]].

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	The second time is when [[Wanda]] attacks [[Ansom]] when he is alone on top of the wall. {{erf\|1\|119}} She seems to be speaking mostly to herself--a personal call to arms, perhaps--but it may also be a form of intimidation, as the last line finishes just as she attacks Ansom.		The second time is when [[Wanda]] attacks [[Ansom]] when he is alone on top of the wall. {{erf\|1\|119}} She seems to be speaking mostly to herself--a personal call to arms, perhaps--but it may also be a form of intimidation, as the last line finishes just as she attacks Ansom.

-	The third, more recent time is when [[Ace Hardware]] attacks the [[Decrypted]] [[Archons]] above Jetstone with a magic item he created for the purpose of capturing them. Like Wanda, he seems mostly to be speaking to himself, and since he appears to be fighting alone, he's likely trying to give himself some sort of edge so that he can go up against the numerically superior foe and successfully capture one of them.	+	The third, more recent time is when [[Ace Hardware]] attacks the [[Decrypted]] [[Archons]] above Jetstone with a magic item he created for the purpose of capturing them. {{erf\|2\|80}} Like Wanda, he seems mostly to be speaking to himself, and since he appears to be fighting alone, he's likely trying to give himself some sort of edge so that he can go up against the numerically superior foe and successfully capture one of them.

	*If [[dance-fighting]] and [[music]] ARE related, then possible applications could be allowing [[Warlord]]s to be popped/promoted with dance-fighting as an ability, making magic items that grant it, leading a dance fight themselves (possibly for a whole army or side while under a [[Thinkamancy]] link?). They might also be able to "[[Rock]]" as [[Stanley]] called it, though that would probably show up at higher levels of [[caster]].		*If [[dance-fighting]] and [[music]] ARE related, then possible applications could be allowing [[Warlord]]s to be popped/promoted with dance-fighting as an ability, making magic items that grant it, leading a dance fight themselves (possibly for a whole army or side while under a [[Thinkamancy]] link?). They might also be able to "[[Rock]]" as [[Stanley]] called it, though that would probably show up at higher levels of [[caster]].

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	Another possible example of Rhyme-o-mancy may be the rhyming that troops do during [[dance fighting]]. Dance fighting may be some form of Natural [[Stagemancy]].		Another possible example of Rhyme-o-mancy may be the rhyming that troops do during [[dance fighting]]. Dance fighting may be some form of Natural [[Stagemancy]].

-	There are ~~two~~ other times in the comic where rhyming takes place, although these neither of these has obvious magical effects. The first example occurs the night before the final battle for [[Gobwin Knob]], when the troops in the courtyard sing a song insulting [[Jetstone]] and [[Transylvito]].{{erf\|1\|101}} Its only effect seems to be angering [[Prince Ansom]] and many other [[RCC\|coalition]] members.	+	There are three other times in the comic where rhyming takes place, although these neither of these has obvious magical effects. The first example occurs the night before the final battle for [[Gobwin Knob]], when the troops in the courtyard sing a song insulting [[Jetstone]] and [[Transylvito]].{{erf\|1\|101}} Its only effect seems to be angering [[Prince Ansom]] and many other [[RCC\|coalition]] members.

	The second time is when [[Wanda]] attacks [[Ansom]] when he is alone on top of the wall. {{erf\|1\|119}} She seems to be speaking mostly to herself--a personal call to arms, perhaps--but it may also be a form of intimidation, as the last line finishes just as she attacks Ansom.		The second time is when [[Wanda]] attacks [[Ansom]] when he is alone on top of the wall. {{erf\|1\|119}} She seems to be speaking mostly to herself--a personal call to arms, perhaps--but it may also be a form of intimidation, as the last line finishes just as she attacks Ansom.
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		+	The third, more recent time is when [[Ace Hardware]] attacks the [[Decrypted]] [[Archons]] above Jetstone with a magic item he created for the purpose of capturing them. Like Wanda, he seems mostly to be speaking to himself, and since he appears to be fighting alone, he's likely trying to give himself some sort of edge so that he can go up against the numerically superior foe and successfully capture one of them.

	*If [[dance-fighting]] and [[music]] ARE related, then possible applications could be allowing [[Warlord]]s to be popped/promoted with dance-fighting as an ability, making magic items that grant it, leading a dance fight themselves (possibly for a whole army or side while under a [[Thinkamancy]] link?). They might also be able to "[[Rock]]" as [[Stanley]] called it, though that would probably show up at higher levels of [[caster]].		*If [[dance-fighting]] and [[music]] ARE related, then possible applications could be allowing [[Warlord]]s to be popped/promoted with dance-fighting as an ability, making magic items that grant it, leading a dance fight themselves (possibly for a whole army or side while under a [[Thinkamancy]] link?). They might also be able to "[[Rock]]" as [[Stanley]] called it, though that would probably show up at higher levels of [[caster]].

	*It is possible that Rhyme-o-mancy can be used to boost the effectiveness of other spells, either by directly boosting their power or indirectly by providing a mental framework through which a caster can concentrate better and be more likely to cast a desired spell.		*It is possible that Rhyme-o-mancy can be used to boost the effectiveness of other spells, either by directly boosting their power or indirectly by providing a mental framework through which a caster can concentrate better and be more likely to cast a desired spell.
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	=Proposed Canon=		=Proposed Canon=
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-	Rhyme-o-mancy is one of the three disciplines of the [[Magic]] class [[Stagemancy]]; it is aligned with the axis of [[Numbers]].{{erf\|1\|038a\|Parson's Klog #2}}	+	Rhyme-o-mancy is one of the three disciplines of the [[Magic]] class [[Stagemancy]]; it is aligned with the axis of [[Numbers]] and composed of all three [[Magic_Elements\|element]]s of [[Life]], [[Motion]] and [[Matter]].{{erf\|1\|038a\|Parson's Klog #2}}

	*[[Tramennis]] has stated a relationship between Rhyme-o-mancy and [[music]], which might imply a link to [[dance fighting]].		*[[Tramennis]] has stated a relationship between Rhyme-o-mancy and [[music]], which might imply a link to [[dance fighting]].

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	*If [[dance-fighting]] and [[music]] ARE related, then possible applications could be allowing [[Warlord]]s to be popped/promoted with dance-fighting as an ability, making magic items that grant it, leading a dance fight themselves (possibly for a whole army or side while under a [[Thinkamancy]] link?). They might also be able to "[[Rock]]" as [[Stanley]] called it, though that would probably show up at higher levels of [[caster]].		*If [[dance-fighting]] and [[music]] ARE related, then possible applications could be allowing [[Warlord]]s to be popped/promoted with dance-fighting as an ability, making magic items that grant it, leading a dance fight themselves (possibly for a whole army or side while under a [[Thinkamancy]] link?). They might also be able to "[[Rock]]" as [[Stanley]] called it, though that would probably show up at higher levels of [[caster]].
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		+	*It is possible that Rhyme-o-mancy can be used to boost the effectiveness of other spells, either by directly boosting their power or indirectly by providing a mental framework through which a caster can concentrate better and be more likely to cast a desired spell.


	[[Category:Magic]][[Category:Proposed Canon]]		[[Category:Magic]][[Category:Proposed Canon]]

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	We have so far seen one apparent example of direct Rhyme-o-mancy, a short but complex poem on the subject of [[Transylvito]], [[Don King]], and [[Queen]] [[Jillian]].{{blog\|2010\|10\|book-2-–-text-updates-034}} It describes the side's current situation, and casts the Don's recent actions negatively. But the final lines seem to indicate that the poem is actually a spell: "Perchance he enchants, he incants, he cancels the antsy with a rant in Rhyme-o-mancy." Based on that wording, we may speculate that this spell is intended to allay the fears of the Don's followers. If it "cancels the antsy" it may improve [[loyalty]] and [[morale]], or at least stop negative gossip.		We have so far seen one apparent example of direct Rhyme-o-mancy, a short but complex poem on the subject of [[Transylvito]], [[Don King]], and [[Queen]] [[Jillian]].{{blog\|2010\|10\|book-2-–-text-updates-034}} It describes the side's current situation, and casts the Don's recent actions negatively. But the final lines seem to indicate that the poem is actually a spell: "Perchance he enchants, he incants, he cancels the antsy with a rant in Rhyme-o-mancy." Based on that wording, we may speculate that this spell is intended to allay the fears of the Don's followers. If it "cancels the antsy" it may improve [[loyalty]] and [[morale]], or at least stop negative gossip.

-	The poem is accompanied by a picture of [[Benjamin]] in the court of [[Transylvito]], standing somewhat apart from the Don and his warlords. Benjamin is most likely a [[Moneymancer]], who has the ability to cast outside his discipline. It should be noted that Benjamin Franklin, ~~who he~~ physically resembles, was a noted polymath. His Rhyme-o-mancy abilities may partly explain why Transylvitian forces are generally good at [[dance fighting]].	+	The poem is accompanied by a picture of [[Benjamin]] in the court of [[Transylvito]], standing somewhat apart from the Don and his warlords. Benjamin is most likely a [[Moneymancer]] who has the ability to cast outside his discipline. It should be noted that Benjamin Franklin, whom Erfworld Benjamin physically resembles, was a noted polymath. His Rhyme-o-mancy abilities may partly explain why Transylvitian forces are generally good at [[dance fighting]].

	Another possible example of Rhyme-o-mancy may be the rhyming that troops do during [[dance fighting]]. Dance fighting may be some form of Natural [[Stagemancy]].		Another possible example of Rhyme-o-mancy may be the rhyming that troops do during [[dance fighting]]. Dance fighting may be some form of Natural [[Stagemancy]].
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	There are two other times in the comic where rhyming takes place, although these neither of these has obvious magical effects. The first example occurs the night before the final battle for [[Gobwin Knob]], when the troops in the courtyard sing a song insulting [[Jetstone]] and [[Transylvito]].{{erf\|1\|101}} Its only effect seems to be angering [[Prince Ansom]] and many other [[RCC\|coalition]] members.		There are two other times in the comic where rhyming takes place, although these neither of these has obvious magical effects. The first example occurs the night before the final battle for [[Gobwin Knob]], when the troops in the courtyard sing a song insulting [[Jetstone]] and [[Transylvito]].{{erf\|1\|101}} Its only effect seems to be angering [[Prince Ansom]] and many other [[RCC\|coalition]] members.

-	The second time is when [[Wanda]] attacks [[Ansom]] when he is alone on top of the wall. {{erf\|1\|119}} She seems to be speaking mostly to herself-- a personal call to arms, perhaps-- but it may also be a form of intimidation, as the last line finishes just as she attacks Ansom.	+	The second time is when [[Wanda]] attacks [[Ansom]] when he is alone on top of the wall. {{erf\|1\|119}} She seems to be speaking mostly to herself--a personal call to arms, perhaps--but it may also be a form of intimidation, as the last line finishes just as she attacks Ansom.

	*If [[dance-fighting]] and [[music]] ARE related, then possible applications could be allowing [[Warlord]]s to be popped/promoted with dance-fighting as an ability, making magic items that grant it, leading a dance fight themselves (possibly for a whole army or side while under a [[Thinkamancy]] link?). They might also be able to "[[Rock]]" as [[Stanley]] called it, though that would probably show up at higher levels of [[caster]].		*If [[dance-fighting]] and [[music]] ARE related, then possible applications could be allowing [[Warlord]]s to be popped/promoted with dance-fighting as an ability, making magic items that grant it, leading a dance fight themselves (possibly for a whole army or side while under a [[Thinkamancy]] link?). They might also be able to "[[Rock]]" as [[Stanley]] called it, though that would probably show up at higher levels of [[caster]].

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	==Speculation==		==Speculation==
-	We have so far seen one apparent example of direct Rhyme-o-mancy, a short but complex poem on the subject of [[Transylvito]], [[Don King]], and [[Queen Jillian]].{{blog\|2010\|10\|book-2-–-text-updates-034}} It describes the side's current situation, and casts the Don's recent actions negatively. But the final lines seem to indicate that the poem is actually a spell: "Perchance he enchants, he incants, he cancels the antsy with a rant in Rhyme-o-mancy." Based on that wording, we may speculate that this spell is intended to allay the fears of the Don's followers. If it "cancels the antsy" it may improve [[loyalty]] and [[morale]], or at least stop negative gossip.	+	We have so far seen one apparent example of direct Rhyme-o-mancy, a short but complex poem on the subject of [[Transylvito]], [[Don King]], and [[Queen]] [[Jillian]].{{blog\|2010\|10\|book-2-–-text-updates-034}} It describes the side's current situation, and casts the Don's recent actions negatively. But the final lines seem to indicate that the poem is actually a spell: "Perchance he enchants, he incants, he cancels the antsy with a rant in Rhyme-o-mancy." Based on that wording, we may speculate that this spell is intended to allay the fears of the Don's followers. If it "cancels the antsy" it may improve [[loyalty]] and [[morale]], or at least stop negative gossip.

	The poem is accompanied by a picture of [[Benjamin]] in the court of [[Transylvito]], standing somewhat apart from the Don and his warlords. Benjamin is most likely a [[Moneymancer]], who has the ability to cast outside his discipline. It should be noted that Benjamin Franklin, who he physically resembles, was a noted polymath. His Rhyme-o-mancy abilities may partly explain why Transylvitian forces are generally good at [[dance fighting]].		The poem is accompanied by a picture of [[Benjamin]] in the court of [[Transylvito]], standing somewhat apart from the Don and his warlords. Benjamin is most likely a [[Moneymancer]], who has the ability to cast outside his discipline. It should be noted that Benjamin Franklin, who he physically resembles, was a noted polymath. His Rhyme-o-mancy abilities may partly explain why Transylvitian forces are generally good at [[dance fighting]].