Everything that exists—matter, energy, thought—has a thread, a kind of invisible force connecting it to the greater weave of the universe. This is the Veil, the underlying fabric of reality, and its flow governs everything from nature to the arcane.
Veilflow isn't like traditional magic; it's a fundamental energy that binds all things. It doesn't follow the same rules as conventional forces like gravity or electromagnetism. Instead, it operates through the manipulation of the Veil, the threads that connect all aspects of existence. To manipulate Veilflow, one must tap into their own Veil Signature—essentially their unique imprint within the Veil.
Everyone has a Veil Signature, though it's not always visible. Some people's Veil Signature is strong, allowing them to manipulate the threads directly. These individuals can perform feats of extraordinary power, controlling elements, healing wounds, or even altering time itself to a small degree. These powers are often attributed to "magic" by those who can sense the Veil's flow.
However, some are born with a different kind of Veil Signature: the Voidborn. A Voidborn has no Veil threads of their own. Their absence creates a stark void where others might have flow, rendering them impervious to normal Veil manipulation. While this makes them less obvious to the world, it doesn't mean they're powerless. In fact, it's the Voidborn's complete lack of Veil that allows them to redirect Veilflow, using the flow of others to their advantage—though it's dangerous, as their ability to manipulate this flow is chaotic and unpredictable.
Voidborns are rare and often misunderstood, as their unique Veil Signature makes them seem almost invisible to the world's usual systems of magic. But for those who understand the Veil, a Voidborn can be either a weapon of great potential—or a threat to everything that relies on the Veil itself.
________________________________________________________________________________________________