Magic corrupts was the primary theme. Sorcery used for harmless tasks, or even for healing, was dangerous because it encourages the idea that perhaps magic isn't inherently evil. Magic is an honourless refuge. It cheats, and takes unpayable prices. The best of men would lose morality if they had such powers at their fingertips. If we didn't maintain laws against it, the realm would fall into chaos. And if the law was broken without punishment, our enemies would think us weak, and then we would be at war again.
[ His voice is dry, and whether or not he agrees with any of the above statements is not immediately obvious. ]
Never forget that the Old Religion killed your mother, Arthur, and it will do the same for you, given half a chance.
[ Not that Remus is an appreciative audience, but Arthur has always had a particular talent for mimicking his father's words. ]
I suppose, given the frequent attempts on my life by vengeful sorcerers, I was inclined to believe him.
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Magic corrupts was the primary theme. Sorcery used for harmless tasks, or even for healing, was dangerous because it encourages the idea that perhaps magic isn't inherently evil. Magic is an honourless refuge. It cheats, and takes unpayable prices. The best of men would lose morality if they had such powers at their fingertips. If we didn't maintain laws against it, the realm would fall into chaos. And if the law was broken without punishment, our enemies would think us weak, and then we would be at war again.
[ His voice is dry, and whether or not he agrees with any of the above statements is not immediately obvious. ]
Never forget that the Old Religion killed your mother, Arthur, and it will do the same for you, given half a chance.
[ Not that Remus is an appreciative audience, but Arthur has always had a particular talent for mimicking his father's words. ]
I suppose, given the frequent attempts on my life by vengeful sorcerers, I was inclined to believe him.