Magic in Thalassara is rare, feared, and often tied to the ocean. Storm sorcery, tidebinding, and deep‑sea rituals are the most potent forms. Major religions include:
• Tidecallers — Priests who interpret the will of the sea.
• The Last Tide — A faith centered on endings, fate, and the final wave.
• The Drowned Court — A cult devoted to ancient ocean powers.
• Sunforge Creed — A land‑based faith venerating fire, craft, and creation.
Arcane academies exist but are heavily regulated, especially in Vardessa.