In this episode of Black Worlding, we are giving you magic system case studies! We navigate Hard, Middle, Soft magic systems through three book series: Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi, This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron, & the Kingston Cycle by C.L. Polk. We discuss the importance of costs associated with magic and how it impacts characters' relationships with their abilities. In each series, we highlight the coming-of-age story, character development, histories of oppression, anger towards hierarchy, the pain associated with navigating the magic in each world, and personal growth.

Resources Mentioned:

Children of Blood and Bone (Legacy of Orïsha Series) by Tomi Adeyemi

This Poison Heart Series by Kalynn Bayron

The Kingston Cycle by C.L. Polk

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