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Yeah, I meant in the arcane sense, like how the character Index is a (Christian) magic user, not an Esper. Espers technically don't do magic, they do science. Magic in this universe is tied to a religion (as far as I've seen) and belief in supernatural forces, whereas Esper abilities rely on manipulating physical laws, and understanding the math and science behind it. Espers apparently can't use magic without losing their abilities (or something, though I think the series gets to hybrids at some point because power creep) because the foundations are incompatible. Esper powers supposedly come from a belief in one's own self, or one's own version of reality, whereas magic comes from the belief in whatever religious foundation forms the basis of the magic being conducted.

My intention is to make a Muslim magic user whose main schtick revolves around the Evil Eye. They would be attempting to infiltrate Academy City or something.