Magic

Magic has always existed, as far back as the histories can be remembered. However to actually learn how to wield magic has always been extremely difficult, and as such magic is a relatively rare art, and those who can control it are seen as exceptional or in some way unique and separate from other people.

Divine Magic
Divine essence, the force the surrounds the world, is the most basic and essential magical force in the world. This magic is offered by both the Gods and by other powerful magical entities. Divine magic is used by the following classes:

-Wizards, who study magic at one of the University's established by the Imperial government.

-Paladins, who come from monastic orders dedicated to one of the gods, and aim their lives towards the advancement of their faith.

-Clerics, who also come from monastic orders, and dedicate themselves towards becoming vessels for their god.

Dark Magic
Despite it's name, their is nothing inherently evil or demonic about Dark magic. "Dark" simply refers to the fact that this type of magic is not derived from the Gods, and instead comes from a more traditional and/or natural force. This type of magic is used by the following classes:

-Bards, whose magically infused music is taught at the various Bard academies spread throughout the world.

-Druids, Barbarians, and Rangers, who may hail from a tribal group or some other kind of community whose existence revolves around the practice of this ancient magic.

Other Magic
There are other types of magic in the world too, but it is either outside the realm of general knowledge or considered blasphemous. This type of magic is used by the following classes:

-Monks, who come from monostatic orders that jealously guard the method of learning their magic.

-Warlocks, who gain their power through a personal pact with a entity powerful enough to grant them the magic they desire.

-Sorcerers, whose birthright is their magical abilities, and as such each sorcerer has their own unique way of obtaining their powers.