Build guide
Verbena (Mage: The Ascension 20th Anniversary)
The Verbena are nature mystics who see magic through life and natural forces. They believe magic comes from nature and use natural materials and practices to work their effects. Verbena mages are witches, druids, and nature priests who channel natural power.
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Tradition
Priorities
- Build Life and Prime as your core Spheres.
- Define your praxis: blood rituals, herbalism, body modification, or seasonal rites.
- Balance power with Paradox awareness — visceral magic draws attention.
Play tips
- Life magic is incredibly versatile: healing, shapeshifting, enhancement, and harm.
- Use natural/coincidental framing to keep effects under the radar.
- Your body is your instrument. Track physical costs and recovery.