Korrin nods firmly to both of those points. "Agreed, civilians should never be at risk. That's one of the things that pissed me off about some of the rebel mages, giving the rest a bad name things that crap. And anyone who thinks blood magic, especially in a time where the Veil is already shredded, won't bring in more demons is a fucking idiot.

If you're really that interested, I can find out if they wouldn't mind a non-mage guest to attend the council sometime. Though I'll warn you now; it's a lot of arguing and headache."