: Re: How to demonstrate an evolution of magic without it seeming like it is improvised? I'm writing a fantasy novel, in which the story progresses over a number of years. Throughout the story, I

There's an excellent Sanderson essay on creating believable magic systems that has been posted here several times. The core of it is this (paraphrased): Magic feels contrived when the author leans on it to solve plot problems, or problems that the characters face.

This applies to your situation as well. It won't feel like a cheat to your audience if the rules change, as long as that doesn't help you or your characters out too much. If they suddenly discover a new magic that solves all their problems, that feels like the author getting lazy. But if they suddenly discover a new magic that makes things tougher on them, that feels like real life (unless the rules just change every time you, the author, need a new plot conflict!).

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