It's... rather hard to imagine really.

( Still, Hope is silent as he listens. Though at first the only thing he can think is how how uncomfortably familiar it sounds. )

You said simulated and copied, so it is possible for people to use... a certain brand of magic here. Its when it naturally occurs that its branded as something to be feared, correct? Is there a way to tell the difference? I imagine those able to use magic naturally are stronger...