The Revelations of Bool
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| Date of Origin |
Unknown |
| Place of Origin |
Unknown |
| Creator | |
| Status |
Lost |
| Power |
Null |
General Info
The Revelations of Bool is a book of otherworldly knowledge and strange secrets, written by the mysterious figure named Bool. In its pages, Bool outlines facts and knowledge about the universe, the Gods and magic, all in a way that seems bizarre or beyond the understanding of most of the most prolific mortals in such fields.
Bool's writing style is strange, and seems like the ramblings of a mad man, however his reasonings and insights are flawless. What he outlines in its pages holds up to scrutiny or theory, but it seems preposterous that a mortal would have such understanding.
The book was a favorite in the collection of the Mad Mage Maicardim. Some believe that the book was part of the inspiration for The Book of the Mad Mage.
Status and Location
The tome was never duplicated as far as is known, and has never been circulated. While some passages have been kept as parts of eccentric studies or examples of unapproved literature in most prestigious circles of magical expertise, the book is lost.
Structure
The book is split into nine chapters, titled as "discourses." Each one seems to be based on a singular topic of discussion, except for the first discourse, which is a summarized introduction to the writings.
- First Discourse
The first discourse is a ten passage summary of the topics Bool speaks of in the subsequent eight discourses. It serves as a midway point between a table of contents and an outline.
- Second Discourse
The second discourse speaks of an object, idea or change that gifted Bool with the insights he had. He refers to it as a treasure and a gift. He also calls it a stone, a garment, a delicacy, and many other terms that lead to no clear indication what the object is. It lasts for thirteen passages.
- Third Discourse
The third discourse is a nine passage description of the magic circle in extreme detail and clarity. It speaks of a connection between the Primals and the spheres in the circle, and the surrounding space. This is common knowledge for students of magic, establishing credibility for his theories and understandings.
- Fourth Discourse
In the fourth discourse, Bool begins to simultaneously praise and judge the magic circle as its laid out. While hailing it as perfect, he claims that there is something missing; and again professes that it is complete and ideal. There are seven passages in this discourse.
- Fifth Discourse
In the fifth discourse, Bool begins to make reference to the primals, explaining that while there is one for each primal force in the universe, there is one force present among mortals that lacks a primal god. Though he does not name it, it seems clear he is talking about evil or malice. This is the shortest chapter, at four passages.
- Sixth Discourse
The sixth discourse explains in further detail the evil forces missing representation in six passages. Bool professes his plan to herald these forces as if it is a birthright, though he claims that no hand will be raised on his part. This is often regarded as the full turning point where the book becomes troubling.
- Seventh Discourse
The seventh discourse professes much about the realm below the world, a supposed underground world where forgotten horrors and unknown beings dwell, a place where the missing forces are known well.
- Eighth Discourse
The eighth discourse is filled with strange statements, leading many to believe that this chapter is prophecy laid out by Bool about the future. Some suggest either a return or a succession to his presence.
- Ninth Discourse
The ninth discourse is a strange chapter, that seems to be a hybrid of a conclusion and random sayings. Bool even mentions several divine beings in this chapter, though the purpose of this is unclear.
Notable Passages
"Yes, Bool was once one who was ignorant, but now sees all. What is hidden from the eyes of mortals has been revealed. The pain is exquisite. It hurts to know all the secrets that the Gods covet; even the Lost Ones, the great and his six." - First Discourse, Passage Four
"A treasure that sets Bool free... The poor child of a stupid age, allowed to understand what mortals should never. The stone is a part of the silent proclaimer. Bool utters not a single word, but speaks what must be spoken, through pages." - Second Discourse, Passage Three
"The magic circle is perfect. Magicians and wizards are ignorant, how they could stumble upon something so perfect is proof of mortal blindness. Bool is the ignorant expert; what is known arises from opened eyes, seeing past the perfect, though incomplete circle of magic. There is a piece missing... yet it does not exist. How can one miss something that is not substance? The circle is perfect, and flawed all at once. So are the Gods." - Fourth Discourse, Passage One
"What has become of those other forces, the ones that hold as much power in the universe as time, justice, matter, life and death? Torment, Pestilence, Hatred, Destruction, Impurity, Corruption... Is there no one to HERALD such forces? Bool will herald such forces. It is in our nature. What is order without chaos? Life without death? The negative forces cannot be ignored." - Sixth Discourse, Passage Three
"There is a second herald, a second speaker. This one knows the truth, but does not speak yet. This one will speak what Bool sees." - Eighth Discourse, Passage Five
"Chosh was seven, now is none. Fall away to become one new. No more is he a son." - Ninth Discourse, Passage Two
