Now would probably be a good time to explain some
of the different kinds of magickal folks. These terms
can be confusing to the unfamiliar, so here is a brief
little Glossary. (Also, one essential companion to this
Grimoire must be a good dictionary!) An important
thing to understand here is that these categories are
not mutually exclusive, and any given individual may
embody a number of them…indeed, a capable Wizard may be known by most of these terms! The primary distinction between “Wizards” and “Sorcerers”
is around the issue of service: Wizards desire above
all else to be of service; Sorcerers desire above all
else to be served. Wizards (like Gandalf) bend all their efforts and magick towards making the world a better
place for everyone, and for all future generations.
Sorcerers (like Sauron and Saruman) bend all their
efforts and magick towards the singular goal of ruling the world conquering, subduing, controlling and
even enslaving everyone else.
Obviously, these desires and goals are diametrically opposed. Fortunately for all of us, the very nature of these distinctions supports the ultimate good,
as Wizards cooperate and work with others, while
Sorcerers are in ultimate competition (especially with
each other), cannot trust anyone, cannot be trusted by
anyone, and in general do not play well with others.
As Gandalf said to Saruman, “There is only one Lord
of the Rings, and he does not share power!”
