The differences between worlds, particularly in their systems of magic, are outstanding. Where I come from, there is no magic at all.
But to answer your questions: There seems to be a prevalent theory that every item and person has a flow of energy attached. That energy can overflow or runoff and become ambiently available to manipulate. Personal will or intent is a potential source of this energy and can be projected into the real world through focus objects or actions, sometimes without either for the particularly skilled, I believe.
Keep in mind this is largely speculation from what I've read about native magics in this world. The specifics are vague and difficult to conceptualize.
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But to answer your questions: There seems to be a prevalent theory that every item and person has a flow of energy attached. That energy can overflow or runoff and become ambiently available to manipulate. Personal will or intent is a potential source of this energy and can be projected into the real world through focus objects or actions, sometimes without either for the particularly skilled, I believe.
Keep in mind this is largely speculation from what I've read about native magics in this world. The specifics are vague and difficult to conceptualize.