# Mage: the Ascension tags: #game/rpg/magetheascension  **Mage: the Ascension** is a role-playing game set in a world where players take on the roles of mages, wielding vast magical powers and struggling against conflicting paradigms and supernatural forces. It is a part of the World of Darkness series, alongside other games like [Vampire: the Masquerade](https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/94815/Vampire-The-Masquerade-20th-Anniversary-Edition) and [Werewolf: the Apocalypse](https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/1122/Werewolf-The-Apocalypse-20th-Anniversary-Edition). ## **Core Mechanics** In **Mage: the Ascension**, players use a d10 system, where their abilities and skills are combined with magical spheres to perform magical effects. The core mechanics involve: 1. **Spheres of Magic:** Mages are categorized by their proficiency in nine different spheres of magic, such as Correspondence, Life, Mind, and Time. 2. **Paradox:** When mages cast spells that blatantly defy reality, they risk Paradox, which can have dire consequences. 3. **Seekings and Awakenings:** Mages go through spiritual journeys, Seekings, to improve themselves, and players can explore their mage's awakening to magic. 4. **Factions:** Mages align with different factions, like the Traditions, the Technocratic Union, and the Marauders, each with unique philosophies and goals. # **References** - Mage: The Ascension (Revised Edition) - White Wolf | DriveThruRPG.com https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/112/Mage-The-Ascension-Revised-Edition - Mage: The Ascension 20th Anniversary Edition - Onyx Path Publishing | DriveThruRPG.com https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/149562/Mage-The-Ascension-20th-Anniversary-Edition - Mage: The Ascension - The Ascension's Right Hand - White Wolf | DriveThruRPG.com https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/1683/Mage-The-Ascension--The-Ascensions-Right-Hand - Mage: The Ascension, Second Edition - White Wolf | Wargame Vault https://www.wargamevault.com/product/1682/Mage-The-Ascension-Second-Edition - Mage: The Ascension - How Do You DO That? - Onyx Path Publishing | DriveThruRPG.com https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/149533/Mage-The-Ascension--How-Do-You-DO-That - Mage: the Ascension Revised Trailer - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogC-hObHTHs - Iteration X Revised - White Wolf | DriveThruRPG.com https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/267/Iteration-X-Revised