Plans are good.

I think I understand now. As for how magic works -- all I've really figured out is primordial/elemental is the norm, but I figured I'd do what I use to do in my RP chats and make it up as I go along. That's not very smart of me, I guess. But yes, there are academies! My example sheet has mention of magical seminaries and stuff. But magic is more learned than taught. Everyone is more like wizards! Power words, books, and other stuff.