Ed Greenwood

@theedverse · Twitter · 2024-01-01 21:09 UTC

1) Elminster, like most powerful wizards, has become VERY good at focusing his attention (concentration, bringing will to bear). He can count readily into the hundreds (basic arithmetic) and do basic geometry. However, he knows nothing of equations, quadratics, ... #realmslore

Mr. 0

@baroquegustave · Twitter · 2024-01-01 20:30 UTC

@TheEdVerse I was surprised to read that Elminster isn't very good at math. Does that mean magic isn't really comparable to arithmetic in how one actually learns and practices it? I see it compared to programming a lot. Is there a more accurate comparison to draw in your view?