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Parson Gotti

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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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-	'''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?===

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==

Parson Gotti

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