Post by Elyon on Apr 3, 2014 18:37:23 GMT -8
Technology
Most technology in the Discworld universe is powered at least partially by magic, which operates on quasi-scientific principles. Magical items such as wizards' staffs, witches' broomsticks and the Luggage can be considered technology. Other items are more mechanical seeming, although they are powered at least partially by magic or magical beings, such as imps.
In recent times, the Discworld appears to be undergoing something of an industrial revolution, with several new technologies impacting on everyday life, especially in Ankh-Morpork. Unlike many earlier technologies, these are entirely or mostly mechanical, rather than magical. However some have the ability to alter the nature of reality. Early steampunk style technology would be appropriate.
There are other forms of technology both ancient and foreign, but you would have to go out and explore to find them.
One thing of note when it comes to technology. Technology can never progress too sophisticatedly. The reason is because Magic, being the elder, full of itself and demanding of respect and relevance gets jealous and goes to great lengths to keep technology in check.
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Discworld Technolgy
Device List
Most technology in the Discworld universe is powered at least partially by magic, which operates on quasi-scientific principles. Magical items such as wizards' staffs, witches' broomsticks and the Luggage can be considered technology. Other items are more mechanical seeming, although they are powered at least partially by magic or magical beings, such as imps.
In recent times, the Discworld appears to be undergoing something of an industrial revolution, with several new technologies impacting on everyday life, especially in Ankh-Morpork. Unlike many earlier technologies, these are entirely or mostly mechanical, rather than magical. However some have the ability to alter the nature of reality. Early steampunk style technology would be appropriate.
There are other forms of technology both ancient and foreign, but you would have to go out and explore to find them.
One thing of note when it comes to technology. Technology can never progress too sophisticatedly. The reason is because Magic, being the elder, full of itself and demanding of respect and relevance gets jealous and goes to great lengths to keep technology in check.
For more information go to the following link.
Discworld Technolgy
Device List
