[@BrokenPromise] I like the idea of circles of magic to the point that I was (still am) developing something similar for my game. And that example for bending elements is my language lol so thanks for that. I have something rough right now and I think after taking into consideration all of the suggestions, this will be the route I'm going to go. 

Will probably add in some kind of economy for spells suggested by [@NuttsnBolts] and then [i]maybe[/i] a version of 5e DnD just for stats and to govern combat... I think. Still have plenty of time to develop this.

Thanks again for all the suggestions. I've got a lot of work ahead of me but I've got the time and dedication to make this work so I'm excited.