The Faith-Fear system.

"Who fears the unknown shall be chained to it for eternity."

Originally, it was a distinct part of the ancient native culture of False Heaven. Yet as other races dwelling within the land began to mingle with them, they slowly learned the foundations of this environmental manipulation — a power that, to human eyes, appeared to be magic. The records speak of no laws carved in stone, nor do they offer precise instructions for its use. What is certain, however, is that true mastery requires either “faith” or a profound “understanding” — though the two are nearly one and the same. If you know it, if you can envision it, if you can describe within yourself exactly what you are about to do and how it shall be done, then the process will come into being. Whether it is the tearing down of a cliffside, the summoning of a lightning strike, or almost anything else. However, if you cannot see your purpose clearly, if fear of failure clouds your will, then the price is dreadful. The System punishes doubt. It punishes fear of its own use. It renders the body unrecognizable, as though burning it in the very fires of hell. Beyond these dangers, another great and well-known limitation exists: the System must not be used directly upon a living being — whether another creature or oneself. Not for self-healing, not for cursing another soul, nor for directly mutilating the body of any living thing. Should one attempt such a violation, the punishment is merciless. The System makes certain that they shall never again wish to commit such an act.