The Lyceums

The Lyceums are institutions of learning and training for those with an inclination for magic. Often called the Wizards Schools or Mage Colleges, they teach the basics in magic use and applications. When one has reached a certain level of skill, they then can advance into the higher levels of learning in the halls of the lyceums. There are several of these institutions located around the world of Valen'Dria.

Lyceums of the World

 * The Lyceum of Order - located in the upper city of Calabras. Produces mages with an aptitude in Order and Law.
 * Arcana Hall - located in the sea known as the Ley Lines. From here, the order of the Lighthouse watches the world. Many of the rarest magical items and tomes are secured here, deep in the vaults of the college. Most mages here learn the use of elemental magic.
 * Thronescorn - located in Tamariel, works in association with the Hawkthorn Empire. Produces War Mages.
 * Shadeholm - located in Yamira, in the Burning Sands. Works with the Dragonborn city of Val-Tar'guth. Mages here are taught in the magics of life and death. Many becomes traveling mages that sell their services to merchant trains travelling the deserts.
 * Sablehold - located in the mountains of Athica, near the mage town of Bridgetown. Mages here are taught in the ways of charismatic spells, often helping to become mediators and ambassadors to powerful factions.
 * Underbloom - located in the underdark, teaching magics that allow mages to survive in the Underdark, and in the ways of shadow magic.

Teachings
The lyceums of the world all teach the same set of basics, the ethical use of magic and their place in the world. The institutions often take a neutral view on world events, not taking part in any major power unless directly threatened.