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'''Sage Celah of the Steppe''' is one of the [[Wizards]] and is not associated with a specific Rune.{{WizardInfobox|8521}}The character is a hermit and conducts research and experimentation around the venom of the [[Swamp Bullfrog|Green(Swamp) Bullfrog]]. 

== Lore Info ==

=== Life ===
The life of Sage Celah of the Steppe is known through accounts from multiple characters in  [[The Book of Lore]]. He is known to be interested in the effects of '[[Green Bullfrog venom|Green Bullfrog Venom]]' on persons who ingest the substance. His experimentation with the compound has led to a following of other wizards interested in his theories, philosophy, and research; known either by letter or meeting with Sage Celah. 

In an account signed off by [[Shadow Mage Hagar of the Realm (7804)|Shadow Mage Hagar of the Realm]] it is suggested that Shadow Mage Hagar has visited Sage Celah. The entry describes Sage Celah as a hermit and who lives alone in a rocky shack. The rocky shack is described as hidden from easy location and full of books and potions. In the entry the Wizard is said to believe that "the only way of living a true life is going inwards". 

The same Book of Lore entry includes an account from [[Archmagus Casper of the Mist (8054)|Archmagus Casper of the Mist]] which says that Sage Celah of the Steppe believes that the venom of the green bullfrog may contain the key to enlighten all living beings. It is questioned whether the effect of the venom is solely a physiological phenomenon contained within the brain or if it ''opens the door to other dimensions.'' 

The entry ends with an account from [[Sorcerer Azahl of the Mount (1498)|Sorcerer Azahl of the Mount]] who describes Sage Celah's temper as 'turbulent', and describes how his research has amassed a following despite prejudice and mockery from some branches of Academia. 

=== Skills ===
Sage Celah of the Steppe is said to have knowledge regarding the 'ideal dosage' of [[Green Bullfrog venom]].

=== Affiliations ===
The wizard's research is known by [[Sorcerer Azahl of the Mount (1498)]], [[Archmagus Casper of the Mist (8054)]], [[Shadow Mage Hagar of the Realm (7804)]]. 

=== Trivia ===
It is disputed whether Sage Celah of the Steppe is a fool or a genius.
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=== Book of Lore Mentions ===

* ''[https://www.forgottenrunes.com/lore/wizards/8521/0 The Lore of Sage Celah of the Steppe]''

=== Artwork Appearances ===
[[File:Sage Celah of the Steppe.png|left|thumb|Sage Celah of the Steppe in 3 styles alongside original artwork by [[ElfJTrul]]. Top Right: Sage Celah of the Steppe by [[Ozzz]] (pixel-art). Bottom Left: Sage Celah of the Steppe by [[Ozzz]] (line-drawing). Bottom Right: Sage Celah of the Steppe by [[i4nzits]] (3D Model).|338x338px]]Sage Celah belongs to the [[Mafriends]] Art Collective and is set to feature in a short film developed through [[House of Wizards]] DAO funding.

== Trait Info ==

=== Name and Origin ===
The name Sage Celah of the Steppe is unique amongst wizards. 'Celah' appears 64 times out of 10,000 wizards. 218 out of 10,000 wizards are 'of the Steppe'.

=== Head and Body ===
Sage Celah of the Steppe is 1 of 5 wizards with a [[Green Wizard]] head and [[Vest Green]] body. 

=== Prop ===
Sage Celah of the Steppe has the [[Courage Staff]] prop. He is 1 of 5 wizards 'of the Steppe' that hold a Courage Staff. One of these other five wizards is [[Magus Kazem of the Steppe (642)]] who appeared in Comic Issue #0.

=== Familiar ===
Sage Celah of the Steppe has a [[Swamp Bullfrog]] familiar. 

=== Rune ===
There is no rune associated with this wizard. 

=== Affinity ===
Sage Celah of the Steppe is 75% attuned to the [[Verdant Affinity Group]]. With 3 out of 4 traits in the group.