GET YOUR BEARINGS
Plan your next Magic Research session
Our independent guide breaks down Magic Research’s core systems—spellcasting, school research, campus expansion, team oversight, and retirement bonuses—so you can observe how each element interacts without relying on hidden tricks or undocumented mechanics.
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Spell Variety Log
Record the effects of ten distinct spells, then compare how each interacts with different magical schools. Note any surprising synergies that emerge.
- Experiment with spells from different schools to see unexpected interactions.
- Note which spells appear to unlock hidden storylines for future reference.
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School Comparison Chart
Create a table listing each researched school, the spells it unlocks, and the resources required. Use it to prioritize schools that align with your fame goals.
- Focus on one school at a time to deepen understanding quickly.
- Compare outcomes between schools to identify the most versatile spells.
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Campus Investment Plan
Outline a short‑term building schedule, allocating resources first to structures that boost research speed, then to aesthetic upgrades for balanced growth.
- Prioritize structures that boost resource generation early on.
- Balance functional upgrades with aesthetic ones for steady advancement.
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Team Role Assignment
Match each apprentice’s strengths with specific research tasks, rotating assignments periodically to keep output steady and ideas fresh.
- Match apprentices with tasks that suit their strengths for quicker results.
- Rotate researchers periodically to keep ideas fresh.
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Retirement Timing Review
Track the bonuses received after each retirement and assess how they affect the length of subsequent runs, adjusting your retirement point for optimal progress.
- Consider retiring after unlocking several secret storylines for maximum benefit.
- Use bonuses to focus on unexplored schools in later runs.
