Artes

Sword Artes

Also known as Techniques.

Within Elder Tale Online, when a weapon, shield (or one's body) is used to form a special technique, it is generally referred to as an Arte, Sword Arte, or Technique. These Sword Artes require precision initial motions, which then flow the rest of the way - sometimes even bringing out elemental damage during them.

Within the combat system, most things indicated as a Physical card can be considered a Sword Arte.

Wave Artes

Also known as Magic.

Within Elder Tale Online, when forming energy outside of one-self using the elements or the arcane, it is referred to as a Wave Arte, or Magic. These techniques require long recitations of phrases, which tend to be somewhat custom for every individual player. The longer the cast time, the more powerful the technique. People can move just fine while casting these, though disruptions during casting can make the entire spell falter.

Within the combat system, most things indicated as a Magical card can be considered a Wave Arte.