Hedge-Magic (Lore)

"Those seeking Arcane knowledge will often receive formal study and training at a school for Magic, or from someone who has received formal training. Hedge Mages, however, discover their Magical abilities on their own. Reading Tomes they can find, discovering formulas and recipes through experimentation. But why don't these Mages just find a mentor, or attend a school of Magic? Well the answer to that question is different for everyone. Some may have attempted to join Magical Schools, but were denied due to lack of skill. Or perhaps they wish to remain independent and learn on their own..." (From aminoapps.com.

For the purposes of Hofborg and the Motherhouse, hedge-magic includes:

Clever Magic

“Clever-Man” is a loose term in Nordic society, though the concept has existed in some form since Atmoran times and the significance of the title extends to the gods themselves. A clever-man is, roughly, an educated and cunning Nord - one who is learned is one or more of the Nords’ “clever” trades. This is often, but is not limited to, the study of magic; Nords have mages and wizards of their own, who may well be referred to as “clever-men” for their learning, but the terms are not interchangeable. Other clever trades include law-speaking, auguring and bone-reading, and a Nord who specialises in these is no less clever in the eyes of his fellows. Read More ..

Enchanting

Enchanting is similar to spellcasting in the fact that it requires some inert magical understanding, just like casting a spell. however, you are creating a spell through aspects of different ingredients that would be imbued into a rune. such rune would then be applied to a weapon or piece of armor via ritual. Example of ingredients; fire salts may be good for fire resistance or flame damage

Alchemy