A Modern Day Spellcaster — A Universe from the Mind of Ben Centin

This is a parallel universe to A Modern Day Mage. where, in the old days, powerful spells were difficult and exacting, requiring massive concentration, discipline, and time. It's no wonder magic was never a popular trade. But in modern times, perhaps it wouldn't be that impractical... (By the way, if VAX answered his e-mail, maybe I'd be able to just write this story in his universe....)