What's up storyteller? In this video we're digging into the definition of Hard Magic, why you might want a hard magic system, and a handful of tips to help you build your own. This video has been a LONG time coming and I'm thrilled to finally be sharing my thoughts with you.

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Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:29 Definitions
03:13 Why You Want Hard Magic
07:01 A Hard Magic Misconception
09:04 Tip 1: Keep It Simple
12:22 Tip 2: Keep It Specific
17:09 Tip 3: Introduce It Early
19:21 Tip 4: Have Knowledgeable Characters
20:36 Hard Magic Examples