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Summon Perfect Warlord Spell

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-	The '''Summon Perfect Warlord Spell''' is what summoned [[Judy Gale]] and [[Parson Gotti]] to [[Erfworld]]. Using unknown means, this spell has been cast by a combination of a [[Predictamancy]], [[Thinkamancy]], [[Lookamancy]], and [[Findamancy]]. It can be dispelled with [[Carnymancy]]. In addition to [[warlord]] status, it also granted Parson the [[caster]] [[special]], though he did not have access to it initially and had to unlock it by examining an unrolled [[scroll]].	+	The '''Summon Perfect Warlord Spell''' is what summoned [[Judy Gale]] and [[Parson Gotti]] to [[Erfworld]]. It was originally invented by [[Charlie]]. Using unknown means, this spell has been cast by a combination of a [[Predictamancy]], [[Thinkamancy]], [[Lookamancy]], and [[Findamancy]]. It can be dispelled with [[Carnymancy]]. In addition to [[warlord]] status, it also granted Parson the [[caster]] [[special]], though he did not have access to it initially and had to unlock it by examining an unrolled [[scroll]].

	In Parson's case, the original [[Spell]] package, including both spell and casting, cost 500,000 shmuckers.		In Parson's case, the original [[Spell]] package, including both spell and casting, cost 500,000 shmuckers.

Parson Gotti

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How was Parson able to get into the Magic Kingdom?: highlight special

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	Most significantly, in [[LIAB Text 59]], the page which reveals Parson's casting ability, it states that Parson can now understand some of the things behind what he can see. It might just be referring to his new senses as a general caster, but it could also be referring to the basic power of Signamancy.		Most significantly, in [[LIAB Text 59]], the page which reveals Parson's casting ability, it states that Parson can now understand some of the things behind what he can see. It might just be referring to his new senses as a general caster, but it could also be referring to the basic power of Signamancy.
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		+	===How was Parson able to get into the Magic Kingdom?===
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		+	It appears Parson was able to get into the magic kingdom because he was a caster or natural caster of unknown type and discipline.[http://www.erfworld.com/wiki/index.php/LIAB_Text_59]. We know [[casters] don't [[disband]] when passing through the portal to the [[Magic Kingdom]]. We don't yet know if [[natural casters]] [[disband]] when passing through the portal to the [[Magic Kingdom]], but we know non-casters do disband. Why is this fact important? If it were that clear cut and only casters can get through the Portal to the [[Magic Kingdom]] and not be [[disbanded]], as [[Queen Bea]] used it to commit suicide, why did the casters in the [[Magic Kingdom]] get so upset about Parson getting 'in' in the first place? If it were cut and dried that only casters can get through the portal, then just by passing through the portal would be analogous to the right credentials. The fuss of the other casters in the [[Magic Kingdom]] to Parson's presence, may be because of a gray area between a regular caster, like [[Maggie]], and a non-caster, like [[Queen Bea]]. Something that the reality of the portal admits, but from which regular casters draw a mental (possibly social) distinction. The only things known that fit that gray area are:
		+	* a [[natural caster]], like an [[Archon]], which may be a [[caster]] to the Portal and not a caster [[caster]] to regular [[casters]] at the same time, and/or
		+	* a "potential" or "nascent" caster. In Erfworld [[casters]] are popped as fully formed [[casters]] not born in a nascent undefined form as [[Parson]] the Earth human was to his own [[bracer]] scenario. Hence Parson until he successfully unlocked/initiated the casting of his first [[spell]].[http://www.erfworld.com/wiki/index.php/LIAB_Text_59] may have appeared to be a undefined [[caster]] to the [[Magic Portal]] and not to a caster [[caster]] to regular [[casters]] at the same time, and/or
		+	* that Parson is still a special and may be immune to disbanding as also demonstrated with his disobeying Overlord Stanley's direct order.

	==Trivia==		==Trivia==

Combat

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Basically, but the proposed canon section is no place to write text as a question.

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	===Forces===		===Forces===
-	A [[Side]]'s [[Unit]]s may be grouped into [[Stack]]s, or may fight as single [[Unit]]. There is no limit to the number of Units that may stack together. Each Stack fights as a single entity, working together to perform a single task.	+	A [[Side]]'s [[Unit]]s may be grouped into [[Stack]]s, or may fight as single [[Unit]]. There is no limit to the number of Units that may stack together, though the bonuses gained from being in a stack max out at 8. Each Stack fights as a single entity, working together to perform a single task.
-	~~(It seems that the max number of stacked units is 8, as suggested by one of the Erfabet book pictures?)~~	+

	Leaders perform the tasks of officers. Leaders may re-organize stacks in the vicinity, provide instructions to stacks, provide combat instructions to any units stacked with the leader, and provide a bonus to units in the same stack. Leaders are [[Caster]]s, [[Warlord]]s, [[Chief Warlord]]s (all three [[unit]] types are also referred to as [[Commander]]s), and [[Ruler]]s.		Leaders perform the tasks of officers. Leaders may re-organize stacks in the vicinity, provide instructions to stacks, provide combat instructions to any units stacked with the leader, and provide a bonus to units in the same stack. Leaders are [[Caster]]s, [[Warlord]]s, [[Chief Warlord]]s (all three [[unit]] types are also referred to as [[Commander]]s), and [[Ruler]]s.

Combat

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Somewhat updated Stack info?

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	A [[Side]]'s [[Unit]]s may be grouped into [[Stack]]s, or may fight as single [[Unit]]. There is no limit to the number of Units that may stack together. Each Stack fights as a single entity, working together to perform a single task.		A [[Side]]'s [[Unit]]s may be grouped into [[Stack]]s, or may fight as single [[Unit]]. There is no limit to the number of Units that may stack together. Each Stack fights as a single entity, working together to perform a single task.
		+	(It seems that the max number of stacked units is 8, as suggested by one of the Erfabet book pictures?)

	Leaders perform the tasks of officers. Leaders may re-organize stacks in the vicinity, provide instructions to stacks, provide combat instructions to any units stacked with the leader, and provide a bonus to units in the same stack. Leaders are [[Caster]]s, [[Warlord]]s, [[Chief Warlord]]s (all three [[unit]] types are also referred to as [[Commander]]s), and [[Ruler]]s.		Leaders perform the tasks of officers. Leaders may re-organize stacks in the vicinity, provide instructions to stacks, provide combat instructions to any units stacked with the leader, and provide a bonus to units in the same stack. Leaders are [[Caster]]s, [[Warlord]]s, [[Chief Warlord]]s (all three [[unit]] types are also referred to as [[Commander]]s), and [[Ruler]]s.

Caster

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	==Commander==		==Commander==
-	Like [[Warlord]]s, Casters are [[commander]]s and can lead [[units]] in combat <sup>[[TBFGK 84a]]</sup>. However, they almost never do so since they are too rare and valuable to risk. Moreover, ~~they~~ do not have the [[Leadership]] ability and do not grant a [[Leadership]] [[Combat#Combat_Bonuses\|bonus]] to units under their direct command. ~~Some~~ casters can grant a special bonus to particular units, presumably limited to those directly tied to their magical specialty. For example, Dirtamancers provide bonuses to [[golems]] under their command, and Croakamancers provide bonuses to [[uncroaked]] units.	+	Like [[Warlord]]s, Casters are [[commander]]s and can lead [[units]] in combat <sup>[[TBFGK 84a]]</sup>. However, they almost never do so since they are too rare and valuable to risk. Moreover, casters do not normally have the [[Leadership]] ability and do not grant a [[Leadership]] [[Combat#Combat_Bonuses\|bonus]] to units under their direct command. However, some casters ''can'' grant a special bonus to particular units, presumably limited to those directly tied to their magical specialty. For example, Dirtamancers provide bonuses to [[golems]] under their command, and Croakamancers provide bonuses to [[uncroaked]] units. And at least one subject of the [[Summon Perfect Warlord Spell]], Parson Gotti, is a dual class Warlord/Caster, able to perform the functions of both.

	In some situations, casters can also grant abilities to units under their command. For example, a Croakamancer can grant the [[Dance-Fighting]] special ability to [[Uncroaked]] units under its command <sup>[[TBFGK 127]]</sup>. The Caster would likely need to possess the dance-fighting ability on their own to be able to bestow it to other units.		In some situations, casters can also grant abilities to units under their command. For example, a Croakamancer can grant the [[Dance-Fighting]] special ability to [[Uncroaked]] units under its command <sup>[[TBFGK 127]]</sup>. The Caster would likely need to possess the dance-fighting ability on their own to be able to bestow it to other units.

Parson Gotti

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Since Parson is confirmed as a caster, speculation no longer applies.

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	Most significantly, in [[LIAB Text 59]], the page which reveals Parson's casting ability, it states that Parson can now understand some of the things behind what he can see. It might just be referring to his new senses as a general caster, but it could also be referring to the basic power of Signamancy.		Most significantly, in [[LIAB Text 59]], the page which reveals Parson's casting ability, it states that Parson can now understand some of the things behind what he can see. It might just be referring to his new senses as a general caster, but it could also be referring to the basic power of Signamancy.
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-	~~===How was Parson able to get into the Magic Kingdom?===~~
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-	If he is a [[Signamancer]], Parson may be a natural caster (per section above). The key evidence for this is that we don't know if [[natural casters]] [[disband]] when passing through the portal to the [[Magic Kingdom]], but we know non-casters do disband. Why is this fact important? If it were that clear cut and only casters can get through the Portal to the [[Magic Kingdom]] and not be [[disbanded]], as [[Queen Bea]] used it to commit suicide, why did the casters in the [[Magic Kingdom]] get so upset about Parson getting 'in' in the first place? If it were cut and dried that only casters can get through the portal, then just by passing through the portal would be analogous to the right credentials. The fuss of the other casters in the [[Magic Kingdom]] to Parson's presence, gives appearance to a gray area between a regular caster, like [[Maggie]], and a non-caster, like [[Queen Bea]]. Something that the reality of the portal admits, but from which regular casters draw a mental (social) distinction. The only thing known that fits that gray area is a natural caster, like an [[Archon]], which if you think about it is both a caster (to the Portal) and not a caster caster (perhaps to regular Casters) at the same time. The other options are that:
-	*2) Parson is simply unique. He is noted as '''Special''' in which case perhaps he is immune to disbanding by the portal just as he was immune to disbanding for failing to follow Stanley's expressed orders (noted in "Parson the [[Signamancer]]" above and claimed later by a [[Carnymancer]] [http://www.erfworld.com/2012/11/book-2-%E2%80%93-page-96/] (which which knowing [[Carnymancer]]s probably means this claim is a trick and hence false.))
-	*3) Casters can innately and with absolute certainty (magically) recognize other casters and if Parson made it through the portal, but did not register to their innate and certain senses, then he's an interloper despite the Portal's acquiescence. The only question on this final option is then for what reason would have the angry casters believed [[Janis]] when she claimed Parson as a member of her tribe of casters? They agreed to what she said, but since Maggie thought Parson best leave immediately upon regaining consciousness it would appear Parson is either immune to disbanding, a gray area-possibly natural caster...or perhaps both?
-	*4) Parson is simply unique. He is noted as '''Special''' in which case perhaps he is both a warlord and a caster, whereas other commanders are either a warlord or a caster. In keeping with his "Special" status and being the "Perfect Warlord," perhaps he combines qualities of both classes. As a caster, he would be allowed into the Magic Kingdom, while being a warlord would account for why the other casters do not want him in the Magic Kingdom. Thus Janis' claims that he is a [[Hippiemancer]] and Maggie's statement that "This is not a place for warlords" could both be true at the same time.
-	*5) Parson is an undisputed non-caster and the anger of the other casters is the reason [[Maggie]] herself gave Parson when they left: "This is not a place for warlords." Parson showing up sword-in-hand from battle may have been the cause, however, all casters are warlords capable of leading troops and Parson's opening retort to his appearance through the portal {{ref \| [[TBFGK 140:2]]}} "...I don't know why I didn't disband. Maybe I count as a Mathamancer...or something" would tend to discount this last option and later the same is claimed by a [[carnymancer]] [http://www.erfworld.com/2012/11/book-2-%E2%80%93-page-96/] (which knowing [[Carnymancer]]s probably means this claim is a trick and hence false).

	==Trivia==		==Trivia==

Royal Crown Coalition

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Changes in Coalition:

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-	When [[Stanley the Tool]] flees from [[Gobwin Knob]] [[Prince Ansom]] ordered [[Transylvito]], [[Charlescomm]] and [[Barbarians]] ([[Jillian Zamussels]]) to leave the coalition and form a new alliance to go after [[Stanley the Tool\|Stanley]].	+	When [[Stanley the Tool]] flees from [[Gobwin Knob]], [[Prince Ansom]] ordered [[Transylvito]], [[Charlescomm]] and [[Barbarians]] ([[Jillian Zamussels]]) to leave the coalition and form a new alliance to go after [[Stanley the Tool\|Stanley]].

	Following the disastrous tunnel battle{{Erf\|1\|097}}{{Erf\|1\|108}}{{Erf\|1\|109}}{{Erf\|1\|112}}, both Jetstone Warlords [[Sir Webinar]] and [[Dora]] were croaked, along with a large number of Jetstone and Marbit units. At least 2,870 Jetstone units were croaked {{Erf\|1\|122}}, as [[Wanda Firebaugh]] uncroaked as many soldiers{{Erf\|1\|116}}.		Following the disastrous tunnel battle{{Erf\|1\|097}}{{Erf\|1\|108}}{{Erf\|1\|109}}{{Erf\|1\|112}}, both Jetstone Warlords [[Sir Webinar]] and [[Dora]] were croaked, along with a large number of Jetstone and Marbit units. At least 2,870 Jetstone units were croaked {{Erf\|1\|122}}, as [[Wanda Firebaugh]] uncroaked as many soldiers{{Erf\|1\|116}}.

Judy Gale

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Tramennis

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Parson Gotti

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Judy Gale

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	'''First Appearance''': [[IPTSF Text 50]]		'''First Appearance''': [[IPTSF Text 50]]

-	Judy Gale was [[Overlord]] of [[Haffaton]] and the [[attuned]] wielder of the [[Arkenshoes~~]]. She was kept in a drugged stupor at the end of a yellow brick road and close to an emerald [[City~~]].	+	Judy Gale was [[Overlord]] of [[Haffaton]] and the [[attuned]] wielder of the [[Arkenshoes]].

-	~~She~~ is described as a ghostly looking woman wearing a blue gingham dress and a long silk scarf, with her short white hair streaked with black and adorned with a dirt-covered diamond tiara. Her [[signamancy]] indicated personal decay; she is thin, skeletal to the point of weighing nothing at all; her teeth are rotten or missing; she seems to be missing her eyebrows, but marks had been drawn on her skin above her deep brown eyes which sort of resembled them.	+	By the time Jillian meets her, she is described as a ghostly looking woman wearing a blue gingham dress and a long silk scarf, with her short white hair streaked with black and adorned with a dirt-covered diamond tiara. Her [[signamancy]] indicated personal decay; she is thin, skeletal to the point of weighing nothing at all; her teeth are rotten or missing; she seems to be missing her eyebrows, but marks had been drawn on her skin above her deep brown eyes which sort of resembled them.

-	She ~~uses~~ walking stick that appears to be broom with the straw burnt mostly off; it is ~~implied to be magical, and~~ capable of [[Flight]]. Around one ankle she wears some kind of [[Magic Item]] in the shape of an ankle bracelet.	+	She used a walking stick that appears to be [[broom]] with the straw burnt mostly off; It is capable of [[Flight]]. Around one ankle she wears some kind of [[Magic Item]] in the shape of an ankle bracelet. Her tiara is also implied to be magical.

	Judy is confirmed to come from another [[Judy Gale's World\|world]], possibly even [[Stupidworld]]. In [[IPTSF Text 51]], Judy Gale uses the word 'kill' instead of '[[croak]]'. In [[IPTSF Text 62]], she uses the word '[[year]]' to refer to a time period of 365 turns. In addition, she claims to be from a place called 'Kansas'.		Judy is confirmed to come from another [[Judy Gale's World\|world]], possibly even [[Stupidworld]]. In [[IPTSF Text 51]], Judy Gale uses the word 'kill' instead of '[[croak]]'. In [[IPTSF Text 62]], she uses the word '[[year]]' to refer to a time period of 365 turns. In addition, she claims to be from a place called 'Kansas'.

-	~~Judy was summoned by~~ [[Charlie]] ~~for many of~~ the ~~same reasons that Parson Gotti~~ was. Her summoning was directly responsible for the croaking of [[Bell]], ruler of [[Easteros]]. After attuning to the [[Arkenshoes]], which she had taken from Bell's body, she infiltrated [[Westeregg]], destroyed [[Blair]], ~~siezed~~ the [[Arkendish]] and took it to [[Charlie]].	+	===Plot===
		+	A [[side]] named [[el-Efbaum]] had been long trapped in a deadlock with two tightly allied sides named [[Easteros]] and [[Westeregg]]. Upon forming an alliance with [[Haffaton]], [[Charlie]] invented the [[Summon Perfect Warlord Spell]], using [[Haffaton]]'s [[Thinkamancer]] and [[Predictamancer]] as well as [[el-Efbaum]]'s [[Findamancer]] and [[Lookamancer]]. The [[warlord]] they summoned was Judy Gale. Her summoning was directly responsible for the croaking of [[Bell]], ruler of [[Easteros]]. After attuning to the [[Arkenshoes]], which she had taken from Bell's body, she infiltrated [[Westeregg]], destroyed [[Blair]], seized the [[Arkendish]] and took it to [[Charlie]] as per Haffaton's agreement with el-Efbaum.
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		+	[[Maxwell]], Haffaton's Thinkamancer, was able to imbue several golem units with [[life]], and they became fast friends with Judy.
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		+	Eventually, [[Olive Branch]], one of Charlie's own children, betrayed el-Efbaum to Haffaton. However, Judy chose to let Charlie go, much to Olive's displeasure.
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		+	At some point, [[ruler]]ship of Haffaton passed on from [[Lex Doothis]] to Judy. Olive Branch betrayed her ruler, kept Judy in a drugged stupor with the [[heroine buds]] at the [[Olive Garden]], and used her as a puppet ruler. Olive also caused the death of most of Haffaton's casters, including Maxwell, which caused Judy's golem friends to revert to non-sapience.
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		+	[[Maya Calendar]] had [[predicted]] that a warlord named [[Jillian]] was [[Fate]]d to [[croak]] the ruler of Haffaton. In an attempt to ensure that Judy Gale would be the one croaked, Olive took away the [[Arkenshoes]] to prevent Judy from simply escaping to her old world. But, [[Wanda Firebaugh]] was able to use [[Findamancy]] to recover them, allowing Judy to return home. As a result of Judy's departure, her [[Heir Designate]], Olive Branch became the new ruler of Haffaton.

	==Real World References==		==Real World References==

Carnymancy

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-	Carnymancy is described as a magic to fight Fate [and succeed], or in the words of [[Parson]] validated by [[Jeftichew]], a carnymancer, "the magic of rigging the game." [http://www.erfworld.com/2011/06/book-2-%e2%80%93-page-63/]	+	Carnymancy is described as a magic to fight Fate and succeed, or in the words of [[Parson]] validated by [[Jeftichew]], a carnymancer, "the magic of rigging the game." [http://www.erfworld.com/2011/06/book-2-%e2%80%93-page-63/]
	*Can be used to manipulate [[Fate]] so as to railroad [[Erfworld]] into going down a specific path like a cheating [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gamemaster game master]. The [[Titan]]s are the most prominent users of this ability, but Carnymancers frequently try to impose their own will on Fate as well. This allows Carnymancers to cheat [[Fate]], in a struggle to railroad ''against'' the Titans themselves. For example, when Parson tried to determine the odds of casting a Carnymancy [[scroll]], the Titans' Carnymancy made his [[Mathamancy Bracer]] say [[zero]] to dissuade him from trying, but Charlie's Carnymancy allowed it to show the true odds for a flash.		*Can be used to manipulate [[Fate]] so as to railroad [[Erfworld]] into going down a specific path like a cheating [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gamemaster game master]. The [[Titan]]s are the most prominent users of this ability, but Carnymancers frequently try to impose their own will on Fate as well. This allows Carnymancers to cheat [[Fate]], in a struggle to railroad ''against'' the Titans themselves. For example, when Parson tried to determine the odds of casting a Carnymancy [[scroll]], the Titans' Carnymancy made his [[Mathamancy Bracer]] say [[zero]] to dissuade him from trying, but Charlie's Carnymancy allowed it to show the true odds for a flash.
	*Can rig rules in a unit's favor. It appears that the Carnymancer makes a 'deal' to do this, at least for some of these events, though the exact nature of this bargain is unclear. It is also possible that the unit affected by the deal may then owe a debt to Fate (or whomever), which may have to be paid back in some fashion. It would however seem that Carnymancy spells, rather than modifying unit specials or other stats, might affect the actual rules upon which Erfworld operates.		*Can rig rules in a unit's favor. It appears that the Carnymancer makes a 'deal' to do this, at least for some of these events, though the exact nature of this bargain is unclear. It is also possible that the unit affected by the deal may then owe a debt to Fate (or whomever), which may have to be paid back in some fashion. It would however seem that Carnymancy spells, rather than modifying unit specials or other stats, might affect the actual rules upon which Erfworld operates.

Judy Gale

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	It is known for a fact that Judy comes from another world. She could be a native of Earth, and was brought to [[Erfworld]] for many of the same reasons [[Parson]] has been. This would be in keeping with the Wizard of Oz references that this character seems to be heavily involved in. However, she is unusually short for a [[Stupidworlder]] and her name is the sort of reference Parson would be capable of recognizing as one of Erworld's jokes, which implies that she might come from a different version of earth than the one Parson comes from. Or she may have been summoned in part because of her familiarity with L. Frank Baum's fictional world of Oz, in the same way Parson Gotti was summoned because of his fondness for breakfasting on marbits. Judy Gale may not be her birth name--she may have acquired a second, Erfworldian name, similar to how Parson acquired the title Lord Hamster.		It is known for a fact that Judy comes from another world. She could be a native of Earth, and was brought to [[Erfworld]] for many of the same reasons [[Parson]] has been. This would be in keeping with the Wizard of Oz references that this character seems to be heavily involved in. However, she is unusually short for a [[Stupidworlder]] and her name is the sort of reference Parson would be capable of recognizing as one of Erworld's jokes, which implies that she might come from a different version of earth than the one Parson comes from. Or she may have been summoned in part because of her familiarity with L. Frank Baum's fictional world of Oz, in the same way Parson Gotti was summoned because of his fondness for breakfasting on marbits. Judy Gale may not be her birth name--she may have acquired a second, Erfworldian name, similar to how Parson acquired the title Lord Hamster.

-	Since Judy was summoned by the same spell as Parson, and in his case, it gave him the [[caster]] [[special]], Judy Gale was almost certainly a potential caster herself. However, Parson's ability had to be unlocked by examining an unrolled [[scroll] before he could use it, and [[Wanda]] was never actually certain whether Judy Gale was one, which means that she might not have experienced the necessary circumstances to unlock it.	+	Since Judy was summoned by the same spell as Parson, and in his case, it gave him the [[caster]] [[special]], Judy Gale was almost certainly a potential caster herself. However, Parson's ability had to be unlocked by examining an unrolled [[scroll]] before he could use it, and [[Wanda]] was never actually certain whether Judy Gale was one, which means that she might not have experienced the necessary circumstances to unlock it.

	==Special Note==		==Special Note==

Summon Perfect Warlord Spell

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-	The '''Summon Perfect Warlord Spell''' is what summoned [[Judy Gale]] and [[Parson Gotti]] to [[Erfworld]]. Using unknown means, this spell has been cast by a combination of a [[Predictamancy]], [[Thinkamancy]], [[Lookamancy]], and [[Findamancy]]. It can be dispelled with [[Carnymancy]].	+	The '''Summon Perfect Warlord Spell''' is what summoned [[Judy Gale]] and [[Parson Gotti]] to [[Erfworld]]. Using unknown means, this spell has been cast by a combination of a [[Predictamancy]], [[Thinkamancy]], [[Lookamancy]], and [[Findamancy]]. It can be dispelled with [[Carnymancy]]. In addition to [[warlord]] status, it also granted Parson the [[caster]] [[special]], though he did not have access to it initially and had to unlock it by examining an unrolled [[scroll]].

	In Parson's case, the original [[Spell]] package, including both spell and casting, cost 500,000 shmuckers.		In Parson's case, the original [[Spell]] package, including both spell and casting, cost 500,000 shmuckers.
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	In Judy Gale's case, the spell was cast by [[Haffaton]]'s Thinkamancer and Predictamancer, as well as [[El-Efbaum]]'s Lookamancer and Findamancer in order to defeat the sides known as [[Easteros]] and [[Westeregg]].		In Judy Gale's case, the spell was cast by [[Haffaton]]'s Thinkamancer and Predictamancer, as well as [[El-Efbaum]]'s Lookamancer and Findamancer in order to defeat the sides known as [[Easteros]] and [[Westeregg]].
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		+	==Compensating==
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		+	The spell's results were more than unusual. After pulling Parson, the spell created a number of magical items on the following days to equip him and transform him into the true Perfect Warlord:
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		+	* A pair of [[3D_Glasses\|3D Glasses]] that gives him the Erfworlder's natural ability to see other units' stats;
		+	* A [[Mathamancy_Bracer\|strange bracer]] that attaches to his [[Calculator Watch\|calculator watch]], allowing computation of combat probabilities;
		+	* And finally, a [[Parson's_Sword\|three-piece sword]], with the enchantments of "Leadership", "Combat ability" and "Ruthlessness".
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		+	Judy Gale carried a set of magic items as well, which were likely a result of the same effect, including:
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		+	* A tiara.
		+	* A [[broomstick]] that enabled [[flight]].
		+	* An anklet.

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	Looks like they got what they paid for.		Looks like they got what they paid for.
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-	~~==Compensating==~~
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-	~~The spell's results were more than unusual. After pulling Parson, the spell created a number of magical items on the following days to equip him and transform him into the true Perfect Warlord:~~
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-	* A pair of [[3D_Glasses\|3D Glasses]] that gives him the Erfworlder's natural ability to see other units' stats;
-	* A [[Mathamancy_Bracer\|strange bracer]] that attaches to his [[Calculator Watch\|calculator watch]], allowing computation of combat probabilities;
-	* And finally, a [[Parson's_Sword\|three-piece sword]], with the enchantments of "Leadership", "Combat ability" and "Ruthlessness".

	=Real World References=		=Real World References=

Judy Gale

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	It is known for a fact that Judy comes from another world. She could be a native of Earth, and was brought to [[Erfworld]] for many of the same reasons [[Parson]] has been. This would be in keeping with the Wizard of Oz references that this character seems to be heavily involved in. However, she is unusually short for a [[Stupidworlder]] and her name is the sort of reference Parson would be capable of recognizing as one of Erworld's jokes, which implies that she might come from a different version of earth than the one Parson comes from. Or she may have been summoned in part because of her familiarity with L. Frank Baum's fictional world of Oz, in the same way Parson Gotti was summoned because of his fondness for breakfasting on marbits. Judy Gale may not be her birth name--she may have acquired a second, Erfworldian name, similar to how Parson acquired the title Lord Hamster.		It is known for a fact that Judy comes from another world. She could be a native of Earth, and was brought to [[Erfworld]] for many of the same reasons [[Parson]] has been. This would be in keeping with the Wizard of Oz references that this character seems to be heavily involved in. However, she is unusually short for a [[Stupidworlder]] and her name is the sort of reference Parson would be capable of recognizing as one of Erworld's jokes, which implies that she might come from a different version of earth than the one Parson comes from. Or she may have been summoned in part because of her familiarity with L. Frank Baum's fictional world of Oz, in the same way Parson Gotti was summoned because of his fondness for breakfasting on marbits. Judy Gale may not be her birth name--she may have acquired a second, Erfworldian name, similar to how Parson acquired the title Lord Hamster.
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		+	Since Judy was summoned by the same spell as Parson, and in his case, it gave him the [[caster]] [[special]], Judy Gale was almost certainly a potential caster herself. However, Parson's ability had to be unlocked by examining an unrolled [[scroll] before he could use it, and [[Wanda]] was never actually certain whether Judy Gale was one, which means that she might not have experienced the necessary circumstances to unlock it.

	==Special Note==		==Special Note==

Carnymancy

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Abilities:

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	==Abilities==		==Abilities==
-	Carnymancy is described as a magic to fight Fate ~~and~~ [succeed], or in the words of [[Parson]] validated by [[Jeftichew]], a carnymancer, "the magic of rigging the game." [http://www.erfworld.com/2011/06/book-2-%e2%80%93-page-63/]	+	Carnymancy is described as a magic to fight Fate [and succeed], or in the words of [[Parson]] validated by [[Jeftichew]], a carnymancer, "the magic of rigging the game." [http://www.erfworld.com/2011/06/book-2-%e2%80%93-page-63/]
	*Can be used to manipulate [[Fate]] so as to railroad [[Erfworld]] into going down a specific path like a cheating [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gamemaster game master]. The [[Titan]]s are the most prominent users of this ability, but Carnymancers frequently try to impose their own will on Fate as well. This allows Carnymancers to cheat [[Fate]], in a struggle to railroad ''against'' the Titans themselves. For example, when Parson tried to determine the odds of casting a Carnymancy [[scroll]], the Titans' Carnymancy made his [[Mathamancy Bracer]] say [[zero]] to dissuade him from trying, but Charlie's Carnymancy allowed it to show the true odds for a flash.		*Can be used to manipulate [[Fate]] so as to railroad [[Erfworld]] into going down a specific path like a cheating [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gamemaster game master]. The [[Titan]]s are the most prominent users of this ability, but Carnymancers frequently try to impose their own will on Fate as well. This allows Carnymancers to cheat [[Fate]], in a struggle to railroad ''against'' the Titans themselves. For example, when Parson tried to determine the odds of casting a Carnymancy [[scroll]], the Titans' Carnymancy made his [[Mathamancy Bracer]] say [[zero]] to dissuade him from trying, but Charlie's Carnymancy allowed it to show the true odds for a flash.
	*Can rig rules in a unit's favor. It appears that the Carnymancer makes a 'deal' to do this, at least for some of these events, though the exact nature of this bargain is unclear. It is also possible that the unit affected by the deal may then owe a debt to Fate (or whomever), which may have to be paid back in some fashion. It would however seem that Carnymancy spells, rather than modifying unit specials or other stats, might affect the actual rules upon which Erfworld operates.		*Can rig rules in a unit's favor. It appears that the Carnymancer makes a 'deal' to do this, at least for some of these events, though the exact nature of this bargain is unclear. It is also possible that the unit affected by the deal may then owe a debt to Fate (or whomever), which may have to be paid back in some fashion. It would however seem that Carnymancy spells, rather than modifying unit specials or other stats, might affect the actual rules upon which Erfworld operates.

Arkenpliers

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Powers when Attuned:

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	The pliers allow the attuned Croakamancer to [[decrypt]] corpses as new units on her side. Since the decrypted do not appear to degrade over time as a normal [[Uncroaked]] would, this allows her to create a nearly unstoppable army. Every time Wanda wins a battle, she decrypts the corpses of the enemy, giving her an even larger advantage in the next battle.		The pliers allow the attuned Croakamancer to [[decrypt]] corpses as new units on her side. Since the decrypted do not appear to degrade over time as a normal [[Uncroaked]] would, this allows her to create a nearly unstoppable army. Every time Wanda wins a battle, she decrypts the corpses of the enemy, giving her an even larger advantage in the next battle.

-	It is unclear what other powers, if any, Wanda has gained from her attunement. Given ~~that~~ that Croakamancy is the aspect of [[Naughtymancy]] ruled by [[Fate]], it would seem that it is a powerful artifact of fate in her hands and the pair are something to be feared, even by [[Stanley the Tool]]. [[Wanda]] is capable of [[Fate]] magic in disciplines outside of [[Croakamancy]], so those spells might also be enhanced by the [[Arkenpliers]].	+	It is unclear what other powers, if any, Wanda has gained from her attunement. Given that Croakamancy is the aspect of [[Naughtymancy]] ruled by [[Fate]], it would seem that it is a powerful artifact of fate in her hands and the pair are something to be feared, even by [[Stanley the Tool]]. [[Wanda]] is capable of [[Fate]] magic in disciplines outside of [[Croakamancy]], so those spells might also be enhanced by the [[Arkenpliers]].

	==Real World References==		==Real World References==

Jetstone

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Current Characters:

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	*[[Prince]] [[Forthewin]] - Former [[Heir]], [[Croaking\|croaked]] prior to [[Ansom]] becoming heir		*[[Prince]] [[Forthewin]] - Former [[Heir]], [[Croaking\|croaked]] prior to [[Ansom]] becoming heir
	*[[Downer]], [[Warlord]], [[croaked]] by [[Captain Archer]].		*[[Downer]], [[Warlord]], [[croaked]] by [[Captain Archer]].
		+	*[[Ace Hardware]] - [[Dollamancer]], fell in final moments of the [[Siege of Spacerock\|Battle of Spacerock]]

	==Current Characters==		==Current Characters==

-	*[[~~Prince~~]] [[Tramennis]] - older brother of Prince Ossomer, ~~new~~ [[Chief Warlord]] after Ossomer and [[Heir]]	+	*[[King]] [[Tramennis]] - older brother of Prince Ossomer, was named [[Chief Warlord]] after Ossomer and [[Heir]], both on the day he became King.
	*[[Cubbins]] - [[Hat Magic\|Hat Magician]]		*[[Cubbins]] - [[Hat Magic\|Hat Magician]]
	*[[Pierce]] - [[Healomancer]]		*[[Pierce]] - [[Healomancer]]
-	*[[Ace Hardware]] - [[Dollamancer]]
	*[[Lloyd]] - [[Dittomancer]]		*[[Lloyd]] - [[Dittomancer]]
	*Captain [[Price]]		*Captain [[Price]]

Mathamancy Bracer

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	The Mathamancy Bracer is an [[Artifact]]. It is worn on the forearm, covering the upper part from elbow to wrist. Two straps hold it to the arm. The upper portion is similar to hard plastic and includes a spot where Parson's calculator watch can snap in.{{erf\|1\|054}} The watch is vital to its function: without the watch, the bracer does nothing.		The Mathamancy Bracer is an [[Artifact]]. It is worn on the forearm, covering the upper part from elbow to wrist. Two straps hold it to the arm. The upper portion is similar to hard plastic and includes a spot where Parson's calculator watch can snap in.{{erf\|1\|054}} The watch is vital to its function: without the watch, the bracer does nothing.

-	The bracer instantly and effortlessly does raw calculations necessary to analyze probabilities and predict outcomes of battles - that is, [[Mathamancy]].{{erf\|1\|054}} It is ~~operated~~ by voice command.	+	The bracer instantly and effortlessly does raw calculations necessary to analyze probabilities and predict outcomes of battles - that is, [[Mathamancy]].{{erf\|1\|054}} It is also capable of displaying Parson's current level, which in Parson's case, is invisible to other units. The user operates it by voice command.

	=Speculation=		=Speculation=

Parson Gotti

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	\|class= [[Chief Warlord]], [[Caster]] (Unknown Discipline)		\|class= [[Chief Warlord]], [[Caster]] (Unknown Discipline)
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Siege of Spacerock

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	Jack chose to bring in a [[purple dwagon]]. Its sonic attack finished off Jetstone's remaining forces, but Jack lost control over it, had a [[fall]], and [[croaked]]. Enraged, Parson broke the king's back and asked him why he had switched capitals. The king explained that he had done it to avenge [[Ansom]] and protect Jetstone. He revealed that the capital switch was a trap, and that Charlie had come up with the idea. He gloated that the [[fire]] had gone to [[inferno]], leaving Parson with no chance to survive, and asked Parson to claim his prize. Parson threw Slately to a red dwagon, who crushed the King in its mouth.		Jack chose to bring in a [[purple dwagon]]. Its sonic attack finished off Jetstone's remaining forces, but Jack lost control over it, had a [[fall]], and [[croaked]]. Enraged, Parson broke the king's back and asked him why he had switched capitals. The king explained that he had done it to avenge [[Ansom]] and protect Jetstone. He revealed that the capital switch was a trap, and that Charlie had come up with the idea. He gloated that the [[fire]] had gone to [[inferno]], leaving Parson with no chance to survive, and asked Parson to claim his prize. Parson threw Slately to a red dwagon, who crushed the King in its mouth.

-	To undo the trap, Parson asked [[Stanley]] to switch Gobwin Knob's [[capital]] over to Spacerock. Stanley refused, and before Parson could make his case, the [[thinkagram]] was cut off. Believing the thinkagram had been cut off by Maggie's dwindling [[juice]], Parson attempted to send his message through by [[Eyebook]], transmitting that by switching capitals, it would open the portal and allow him to call Sizemore in to put out the fire. But then, Charlie finally revealed his hand. Believing Parson's [[Fate]] to have been sealed, Charlie proceeded to taunt him, saying, "I gave you a way out, Parson. You should have taken it." and urged Parson to cast the scroll Charlie sent him.	+	To undo the trap, Parson asked [[Stanley]] to switch Gobwin Knob's [[capital]] over to Spacerock. Stanley refused, and before Parson could make his case, the [[thinkagram]] was cut off. Believing the thinkagram had been cut off by Maggie's dwindling [[juice]], Parson attempted to send his message through by [[Eyebook]], transmitting that by switching capitals, it would open the portal and allow him to call Sizemore in to put out the fire. But then, Charlie finally revealed his hand. Believing Parson's [[Fate]] to have been sealed, Charlie proceeded to taunt him, saying, "I gave you a way out, Parson. You should have taken it." and urged Parson to cast the [[scroll]] Charlie sent him.
		+
		+	Parson began fiddling with his [[Mathamancy Bracer]] and discovered that in addition to being a [[warlord]], he was also a [[caster]] of some kind. It revealed a tiny, but non-[[zero]] chance of him casting a [[Dirtamancy]] spell to put out the fire. When asking it for the odds of casting the [[Carnymancy]] scroll Charlie sent him, the [[Titans]] used Carnymancy to tamper with it, making it say zero. But Charlie's Carnymancy allowed the true odds to flash for an instant: 98%. Feeling that he had no other choice, Parson opened the scroll, which in turn unlocked his power as a caster. But as he attempted to cast the spell, a wooden beam collapsed and left him [[incapacitated]].
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		+	After an existential moment with [[Zhopa]], Stanley came to realize that he actually ''did'' care about Parson. After some deliberation, he rushed to his [[throne]] to switch [[Gobwin Knob]]'s [[capital]] over to [[Spacerock]].

	==Notes==		==Notes==

Parson Gotti

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	=Canon=		=Canon=

-	'''Parson A. Gotti''', (born December 7, 1982 in Indianapolis, Indiana), or '''Lord Hamster''', is a human gamer, and author of the webcomic [http://hamstard.com/ Hamstard]. Originally from Earth, resident of the city of Columbus, Ohio, he was summoned to [[Erfworld]] by [[Wanda Firebaugh]] in 3 [[AW]], and appointed [[Chief Warlord]] under [[Stanley the Tool]] of [[Gobwin Knob]]. He was demoted to [[Warlord]] in 10 [[AW]], and re-promoted to a [[Chief Warlord]] again in Book 2, Page 32.	+	'''Parson A. Gotti''', (born December 7, 1982 in Indianapolis, Indiana), or '''Lord Hamster''', is a human gamer, and author of the webcomic [http://hamstard.com/ Hamstard]. Originally from Earth, resident of the city of Columbus, Ohio, he was summoned to [[Erfworld]] by [[Wanda Firebaugh]] in 3 [[AW]], and appointed [[Chief Warlord]] under [[Stanley the Tool]] of [[Gobwin Knob]]. He was demoted to [[Warlord]] in 10 [[AW]], and re-promoted to a [[Chief Warlord]] again in Book 2, Page 32. In [[LIAB Text 59]], it is revealed that Parson is also a [[caster]] and his abilities are unlocked.

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	===Parson the Signamancer===		===Parson the Signamancer===
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		+	Parson is confirmed to be a caster, but it is still unknown which discipline.

	It has been speculated that Parson may be a [[Signamancer]], based on a variety of factors: [[Charlie]]'s hints that he can probably cast from [[scroll]]s, Signamancy being Fate-aligned Hippiemancy, [[Janis]]'s claim that he is a Hippiemancer, and perhaps the nature of Signamancy itself{{blog\|2009\|9\|summer-updates-037}} which meshes very well with Parson's ''ability'' to come up with new powerful (described as 'disturbing') game-changing strategies in [[Erfworld]]'s reality. It is possible that [[Janis]]'s claim is based on Parson's true nature, that is he is a gamer as opposed to and in addition to being a playing piece in a world bound by game like rules. Paradoxically as both an outsider and an expert, the ''significance'' of many aspects of Erfworld are quite clear to Parson in that he ''naturally'' looks to what everything in Erfworld ''signifies'' not what they "are".		It has been speculated that Parson may be a [[Signamancer]], based on a variety of factors: [[Charlie]]'s hints that he can probably cast from [[scroll]]s, Signamancy being Fate-aligned Hippiemancy, [[Janis]]'s claim that he is a Hippiemancer, and perhaps the nature of Signamancy itself{{blog\|2009\|9\|summer-updates-037}} which meshes very well with Parson's ''ability'' to come up with new powerful (described as 'disturbing') game-changing strategies in [[Erfworld]]'s reality. It is possible that [[Janis]]'s claim is based on Parson's true nature, that is he is a gamer as opposed to and in addition to being a playing piece in a world bound by game like rules. Paradoxically as both an outsider and an expert, the ''significance'' of many aspects of Erfworld are quite clear to Parson in that he ''naturally'' looks to what everything in Erfworld ''signifies'' not what they "are".
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	Finally, this perhaps explains many of Parsons relationships. He appears most comfortable in relationships with casters, Bogroll a notable exception. For example, his two closest companions in Erfworld are both casters; Maggie, who repeatedly notes he is a very different sort of warlord, and Sizemore, who stated very early on that he had a deep interest in all kinds of magic. It is possible that Sizemore's interest in Parson could be a subconscious reflection of this. Parson's comfort with them appeared most significant during a drunken Signamantic(?) conversation about the nature of time in Erfworld. [http://www.erfworld.com/summer-update-2009-archive/?px=%2FE029_JoeZuniga_DrunkTime.jpg] Last but not least, Signamancy would explain why he understands much of Jack's, the Foolamancer's, ''cloaked'' speech. As a Signamancer he would ''naturally'' be able to see clearly to a Foolamancer's ''cloaked'' meaning.		Finally, this perhaps explains many of Parsons relationships. He appears most comfortable in relationships with casters, Bogroll a notable exception. For example, his two closest companions in Erfworld are both casters; Maggie, who repeatedly notes he is a very different sort of warlord, and Sizemore, who stated very early on that he had a deep interest in all kinds of magic. It is possible that Sizemore's interest in Parson could be a subconscious reflection of this. Parson's comfort with them appeared most significant during a drunken Signamantic(?) conversation about the nature of time in Erfworld. [http://www.erfworld.com/summer-update-2009-archive/?px=%2FE029_JoeZuniga_DrunkTime.jpg] Last but not least, Signamancy would explain why he understands much of Jack's, the Foolamancer's, ''cloaked'' speech. As a Signamancer he would ''naturally'' be able to see clearly to a Foolamancer's ''cloaked'' meaning.
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		+	Most significantly, in [[LIAB Text 59]], the page which reveals Parson's casting ability, it states that Parson can now understand some of the things behind what he can see. It might just be referring to his new senses as a general caster, but it could also be referring to the basic power of Signamancy.

	===How was Parson able to get into the Magic Kingdom?===		===How was Parson able to get into the Magic Kingdom?===

Carnymancy

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	==Abilities==		==Abilities==
	Carnymancy is described as a magic to fight Fate and [succeed], or in the words of [[Parson]] validated by [[Jeftichew]], a carnymancer, "the magic of rigging the game." [http://www.erfworld.com/2011/06/book-2-%e2%80%93-page-63/]		Carnymancy is described as a magic to fight Fate and [succeed], or in the words of [[Parson]] validated by [[Jeftichew]], a carnymancer, "the magic of rigging the game." [http://www.erfworld.com/2011/06/book-2-%e2%80%93-page-63/]
-	*Can be used to manipulate [[Fate]] so as to railroad [[Erfworld]] into going down a specific path like a cheating [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gamemaster game master]. The [[Titan]]s are the most prominent users of this ability, but Carnymancers frequently try to impose their own will on Fate as well. This allows Carnymancers to cheat [[Fate]], in a struggle to railroad ''against'' the Titans themselves. For example, when Parson tried to determine the odds of casting a Carnymancy [[scroll]], ~~[[Fate]]~~ made his [[Mathamancy Bracer]] say zero to dissuade him from trying, but Charlie's Carnymancy allowed it to show the true odds for a flash.	+	*Can be used to manipulate [[Fate]] so as to railroad [[Erfworld]] into going down a specific path like a cheating [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gamemaster game master]. The [[Titan]]s are the most prominent users of this ability, but Carnymancers frequently try to impose their own will on Fate as well. This allows Carnymancers to cheat [[Fate]], in a struggle to railroad ''against'' the Titans themselves. For example, when Parson tried to determine the odds of casting a Carnymancy [[scroll]], the Titans' Carnymancy made his [[Mathamancy Bracer]] say [[zero]] to dissuade him from trying, but Charlie's Carnymancy allowed it to show the true odds for a flash.
	*Can rig rules in a unit's favor. It appears that the Carnymancer makes a 'deal' to do this, at least for some of these events, though the exact nature of this bargain is unclear. It is also possible that the unit affected by the deal may then owe a debt to Fate (or whomever), which may have to be paid back in some fashion. It would however seem that Carnymancy spells, rather than modifying unit specials or other stats, might affect the actual rules upon which Erfworld operates.		*Can rig rules in a unit's favor. It appears that the Carnymancer makes a 'deal' to do this, at least for some of these events, though the exact nature of this bargain is unclear. It is also possible that the unit affected by the deal may then owe a debt to Fate (or whomever), which may have to be paid back in some fashion. It would however seem that Carnymancy spells, rather than modifying unit specials or other stats, might affect the actual rules upon which Erfworld operates.
	*Can be used to dispel the [[Summon Perfect Warlord Spell]].		*Can be used to dispel the [[Summon Perfect Warlord Spell]].

Mathamancy Bracer

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	The Mathamancy Bracer is an [[Artifact]]. It is worn on the forearm, covering the upper part from elbow to wrist. Two straps hold it to the arm. The upper portion is similar to hard plastic and includes a spot where Parson's calculator watch can snap in.{{erf\|1\|054}} The watch is vital to its function: without the watch, the bracer does nothing.		The Mathamancy Bracer is an [[Artifact]]. It is worn on the forearm, covering the upper part from elbow to wrist. Two straps hold it to the arm. The upper portion is similar to hard plastic and includes a spot where Parson's calculator watch can snap in.{{erf\|1\|054}} The watch is vital to its function: without the watch, the bracer does nothing.

-	The bracer instantly and effortlessly does raw calculations necessary to analyze probabilities and predict outcomes of battles - that is, [[Mathamancy]].{{erf\|1\|054}}	+	The bracer instantly and effortlessly does raw calculations necessary to analyze probabilities and predict outcomes of battles - that is, [[Mathamancy]].{{erf\|1\|054}} It is operated by voice command.

	=Speculation=		=Speculation=

Caster

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	A caster seems to automatically know some of the spells available to him. He can also learn spells from other casters <sup>[[IPTSF Text 23]]</sup> or work them out through experimentation. The potency of a caster's spells increases with his level <sup>[[IPTSF Text 20]]</sup>. To cast a spell a caster expends some of his [[juice]] <sup>[[TBFGK 104]]</sup>. Since the amount of juice a caster has is limited, the amount of magic a caster can perform during one turn is also limited <sup>[[TBFGK 90]]</sup>.		A caster seems to automatically know some of the spells available to him. He can also learn spells from other casters <sup>[[IPTSF Text 23]]</sup> or work them out through experimentation. The potency of a caster's spells increases with his level <sup>[[IPTSF Text 20]]</sup>. To cast a spell a caster expends some of his [[juice]] <sup>[[TBFGK 104]]</sup>. Since the amount of juice a caster has is limited, the amount of magic a caster can perform during one turn is also limited <sup>[[TBFGK 90]]</sup>.
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		+	All casters have extra senses. One for magic in general, and one related to their discipline. For example, all casters are able to gain an innate understanding of the magic that lies behind a [[scroll]].<sup>[[LIAB Text 59]]</sup> But only [[Thinkamancer]]s have an innate sense for the vibrations of a [[G-String]].<sup>[[LIAB Text 38]]</sup>

	Casters can use [[scroll]]s to cast spells without expending juice. Scrolls also allow a caster access to disciplines and spells that she does not know <sup>[[TBFGK 126]]</sup>. It is unknown if there are restrictions on the disciplines or spells that can be made into scrolls.		Casters can use [[scroll]]s to cast spells without expending juice. Scrolls also allow a caster access to disciplines and spells that she does not know <sup>[[TBFGK 126]]</sup>. It is unknown if there are restrictions on the disciplines or spells that can be made into scrolls.

-	Some casters know (and can cast) spells outside their discipline. The talent for this differs strongly between casters, from (almost) none ([[Sizemore Rockwell]]) to quite a lot ([[Wanda Firebaugh]]) <sup>[[TBFGK 13]]</sup>. The ability to cast spells outside one's discipline ~~may be (partly) level-~~dependent <sup>[[IPTSF Text 19]]</sup>. There may be restrictions on the disciplines or spells accessible in this way. It is unknown whether a caster can attain Adept or Master rank, with the associated benefits, in a discipline that he does not belong to.	+	Some casters know (and can cast) spells outside their discipline. The talent for this differs strongly between casters, from (almost) none ([[Sizemore Rockwell]]) to quite a lot ([[Wanda Firebaugh]]) <sup>[[TBFGK 13]]</sup>. The ability to cast spells outside one's discipline is dependent on level<sup>[[IPTSF Text 19]]</sup>, current casting [[bonus]]es, and familiarity with the discipline. There may be restrictions on the disciplines or spells accessible in this way. It is unknown whether a caster can attain Adept or Master rank, with the associated benefits, in a discipline that he does not belong to.

-	Casters can also create [[Magic_Item\|magic items]] <sup>[[LIAB 69]]</sup>. No particulars about the creation process have been revealed.	+	Casters can also create [[Magic_Item\|magic items]] <sup>[[LIAB 69]]</sup>. No particulars about the creation process have been revealed, although [[Ace]] has been shown chanting spells over items that were previously non-magical.

	==Commander==		==Commander==

Summon Perfect Warlord Spell

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	=Proposed Canon=		=Proposed Canon=

-	The '''Summon Perfect Warlord Spell''' is what summoned [[Judy Gale]] and [[Parson Gotti]] to [[Erfworld]]. Using unknown means, this spell has been cast by a combination of a [[Predictamancy]], [[Thinkamancy]], [[Lookamancy]], and [[Findamancy]].	+	The '''Summon Perfect Warlord Spell''' is what summoned [[Judy Gale]] and [[Parson Gotti]] to [[Erfworld]]. Using unknown means, this spell has been cast by a combination of a [[Predictamancy]], [[Thinkamancy]], [[Lookamancy]], and [[Findamancy]]. It can be dispelled with [[Carnymancy]].

	In Parson's case, the original [[Spell]] package, including both spell and casting, cost 500,000 shmuckers.		In Parson's case, the original [[Spell]] package, including both spell and casting, cost 500,000 shmuckers.

Carnymancy

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	==Abilities==		==Abilities==
	Carnymancy is described as a magic to fight Fate and [succeed], or in the words of [[Parson]] validated by [[Jeftichew]], a carnymancer, "the magic of rigging the game." [http://www.erfworld.com/2011/06/book-2-%e2%80%93-page-63/]		Carnymancy is described as a magic to fight Fate and [succeed], or in the words of [[Parson]] validated by [[Jeftichew]], a carnymancer, "the magic of rigging the game." [http://www.erfworld.com/2011/06/book-2-%e2%80%93-page-63/]
-	*Can rig rules in a unit's favor. It appears that the Carnymancer makes a 'deal' to do this, at least for some of these events, though the exact nature of this bargain is unclear. It is also possible that the unit affected by the deal may then owe a debt to Fate (or whomever), which may have to be paid back in some fashion. It would however seem that Carnymancy spells, rather than modifying unit specials or other stats, might affect the actual rules upon which Erfworld operates.	+	*Can be used to manipulate [[Fate]] so as to railroad [[Erfworld]] into going down a specific path like a cheating [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gamemaster game master]. The [[Titan]]s are the most prominent users of this ability, but Carnymancers frequently try to impose their own will on Fate as well. This allows Carnymancers to cheat [[Fate]], in a struggle to railroad ''against'' the Titans themselves. For example, when Parson tried to determine the odds of casting a Carnymancy [[scroll]], [[Fate]] made his [[Mathamancy Bracer]] say zero to dissuade him from trying, but Charlie's Carnymancy allowed it to show the true odds for a flash.
		+	*Can rig rules in a unit's favor. It appears that the Carnymancer makes a 'deal' to do this, at least for some of these events, though the exact nature of this bargain is unclear. It is also possible that the unit affected by the deal may then owe a debt to Fate (or whomever), which may have to be paid back in some fashion. It would however seem that Carnymancy spells, rather than modifying unit specials or other stats, might affect the actual rules upon which Erfworld operates.
		+	*Can be used to dispel the [[Summon Perfect Warlord Spell]].

	What is clear is that the effects of Carnymancy must somehow be distinct from the effects of Luckamancy, as they each occupy a separate magical axis, and Luckamancy so far seems less permanent than Carnymancy (one 'borrows' to produce its effects, the other makes a 'deal'; one operates within the 'rules', the other changes them). However, they both may involve some form of cosmic 'debt' that will be paid back in some fashion. Luckamancy pays back good luck (numbers) with an opposing force of bad luck for the unit's side or good luck for the enemy. Carnymancy pays back good Karma (fate) by rigging the rules in one unit's favor while rigging the rules to another unit's detriment (possibly trading one units fate for that of another).		What is clear is that the effects of Carnymancy must somehow be distinct from the effects of Luckamancy, as they each occupy a separate magical axis, and Luckamancy so far seems less permanent than Carnymancy (one 'borrows' to produce its effects, the other makes a 'deal'; one operates within the 'rules', the other changes them). However, they both may involve some form of cosmic 'debt' that will be paid back in some fashion. Luckamancy pays back good luck (numbers) with an opposing force of bad luck for the unit's side or good luck for the enemy. Carnymancy pays back good Karma (fate) by rigging the rules in one unit's favor while rigging the rules to another unit's detriment (possibly trading one units fate for that of another).
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	=Speculation=		=Speculation=
-	*Possibly the [[Fate]] magic behind the [[Arkenhammer]].	+	*Possibly the [[Fate]] magic behind the [[Arkenhammer]].
	*May reduce enemy abilities, similar to how carnival games are 'fixed' to be disproportionately difficult.		*May reduce enemy abilities, similar to how carnival games are 'fixed' to be disproportionately difficult.
	*May have minor abilities of other schools, which would explain why the Arkenhammer has so many different and wild abilities.		*May have minor abilities of other schools, which would explain why the Arkenhammer has so many different and wild abilities.

Parson Gotti

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	\|faction= [[Gobwin Knob]]		\|faction= [[Gobwin Knob]]
	\|tribe=		\|tribe=
-	\|class= [[Chief Warlord]]	+	\|class= [[Chief Warlord]], [[Caster]] (Unknown Discipline)
	\|level= 2		\|level= 2
	\|move= Unknown (Field Unit)		\|move= Unknown (Field Unit)