Talk:Semblance/@comment-71.59.145.148-20160201214430/@comment-73.179.217.213-20160204203629

You're thinking too lightly. The semblances of RWBY revolve around a character's personality and influences. Don't just say "Magicians get magicians stuff". That's way too cliche and tame. Consider why they have their semblance. As an example, lets look at your concept. You could be Sable Weisz, a magician who is based off the original Harry Houdini. Harry (Once known as Enrich 'Weisz') was a restless hero who never settled down with his family. You could easily reflect that with a nervous, antsy character. With this dude's personality traits and reference in mind, it's all to easy to think up an appropriate semblance. (Say substitution techniques? Maybe even swapping positions with his chosen target. The ideas are endless, really.)

Simply put, decide his personality first. Then, with some respect to your character's intended reference, draft your new semblance. If you need any further help, feel free to ask. My hobby has me particularly focusing on this sort of stuff as we speak.