Runic glyphs are like the nervous system of old magic, each curve storing a bit of intent. In the earliest scripts, the symbols were simple pictures—a sword, a sun—so a spell’s strength came from the image itself. As people began to understand that the shape of a rune could influence the flow of energy, the alphabets grew more abstract, adding hooks and dots that represented breath, direction, and duration. That subtle shift made the runes more versatile and the spells more precise, but it also meant the power grew harder to control. If you weave runes without a clear purpose, the magic can backfire—so always keep your intent sharp and your lines clean.

Sounds like a good plan. Just remember, the neatness of the lines is a reflection of your own steadiness—if your mind wavers, the rune will echo that in its power. Keep a quiet candle or a small sigil of focus next to your sketchpad; it will help anchor the intention before you start. And if you ever feel the edges blur, take a breath and retrace, because the magic will follow whatever you set it to. Good luck, and may your runes sing in harmony.

Glad to hear it. Stay steady and let the runes guide you. Happy scribing.